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CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS (cont.)
USA ONLY
wWARNING:
•Connect the power cord to the terminal block. Each colored wire should be connected to same color screw. Wire color indicated on manual is connected to the same color screw in block. Failure to follow these instructions may result in a short or overload.
•Grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited for: (1) new
Three-Wire Connection for Electric Dryers: Direct Wire
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1" (2.5 cm)
•Use UL-listed 3-wire #10 AWG-minimum copper conductor cable.
•Allow at least 5 ft. (1.5 m) length to allow for removal and reinstallation of the dryer.
Hot | Neutral | Hot | |
(White) | |||
(Black) | (Red) | ||
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Ground Screw
Ground
Wire
1Remove 31⁄2 inches (8.9 cm) of the outer covering from the wire. Strip 1 inch (2.5 cm) insulation from each wire. Bend the ends of the three wires into a hook shape.
Terminal
Block
Strain Relief
2Remove the terminal block access cover on the upper back of the dryer. Install a
3Attach the two hot leads of the power cord to the outer terminal block screws. Attach the neutral wire to the center terminal block screw. Connect the external ground (if required by local codes) to the green ground screw. Tighten all screws securely. Reinstall the terminal block access cover.
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