Maytag W10240579B, W10240583B-SP installation instructions Electrical Requirements

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Closet Installation (stacked washer and dryer):

6"

(152 mm)

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

It is your responsibility:

To contact a qualified electrical installer.

3"

(76 mm)

76"

(1930 mm)

51/2"

(140 mm)

3"

(76 mm)

1"

1"

(25 mm)

(25 mm)

 

48in.2

(310 cm2)

24in.2

(155 cm2)

To be sue that the electrical connection is adequate and in conformance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 - latest edition and all local codes and ordinances.

The National Electrical Code requires a 4-wire power supply connection for homes built after 1996, dryer circuits involved in remodeling after 1996, and all mobile home installations.

A copy of the above code standards can be obtained from: National Fire Protection Association, One Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269.

To supply the required 3 or 4 wire, single phase, 120/240 volt, 60 Hz, AC only electrical supply (or 3 or 4 wire, 120/208 volt electrical supply, if specified on the serial/rating plate) on a separate 30-amp circuit, fused on both sides of the line. Connect to an individual branch circuit. Do not have a fuse in the neutral or grounding circuit.

Do not use an extension cord.

Custom under counter installation (dryer only):

If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the ground path is adequate.

Electrical Connection

1" (25 mm)

39" min.

(990 mm)

1"

(25 mm)

To properly install your dryer, you must determine the type of electrical connection you will be using and follow the instructions provided for it here.

This dryer is manufactured ready to install with a 3-wire electrical supply connection. The neutral ground conductor is permanently connected to the neutral conductor (white wire) within the dryer. If the dryer is installed with a 4-wire electrical supply connection, the neutral ground conductor must be removed from the external ground connector (green screw), and secured under the neutral terminal (center or white wire) of the terminal block. When the neutral ground conductor is secured under the neutral terminal (center or

NOTE: Some models not recommended for undercounter installation.

Mobile home - Additional installation requirements:

This dryer is suitable for mobile home installations. The installation must conform to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile home construction and Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280) or Standard CAN/CSA-Z240 MH.

Mobile home installations require:

Metal exhaust system hardware, available for purchase from your dealer. For further information, see “Assistance or Service” section in your Use and Care Guide.

Special provisions must be made in mobile homes to introduce outside air into dryer. Openings (such as a nearby window) should be at least twice as large as dryer exhaust opening.

white wire) of the terminal block, the dryer cabinet is isolated from the neutral conductor.

If local codes do not permit the connection of a neutral ground wire to the neutral wire, see “Optional 3-wire connection” section.

A 4-wire power supply connection must be used when the appliance is installed in a location where grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited. Grounding through the neutral is prohibited for (1) new branch-circuit installations,

(2)mobile homes, (3) recreational vehicles, and (4) areas where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral conductors.

If using a power supply cord:

Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use with clothes dryers. The kit should contain:

A UL listed 30-amp power supply cord, rated 120/240 volt minimum. The cord should be type SRD or SRDT and be at least 4 ft. (1.22 m) long. The wires that connect to

the dryer must end in ring terminals or spade terminals with upturned ends.

A UL listed strain relief.

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Contents Electric Dryer Installation Instructions Dryer Safety Your safety and the safety of others are very importantInstallation Requirements Parts supplied all modelsParts supplied steam models Location Requirements You will needCloset installation dryer only Cabinet installation dryer onlyElectrical Requirements If connecting by direct wire Install Leveling LegsChoose a standard power supply cord connector Prepare dryer for leveling legsChoose electrical connection type Electrical ConnectionElectrical Connection Options Remove terminal block coverPrepare to connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire Wire Power supply cord ConnectionAttach power supply cord strain relief Attach power supply cord to strain reliefConnect neutral wire Connect ground wireConnect remaining wires Remove center screwAttach direct wire cable to strain relief Wire Direct Wire ConnectionAttach direct wire strain relief Prepare your 4-wire cable for direct connectionPrepare your 3-wire cable for direct connection Optional 3-wire Connection Connect external ground wireExhaust hoods Venting REQUiREMENTSRigid metal vent ElbowsSpecial provisions for mobile homes Alternate exhaust installations for close clearancePlan Vent System Determine vent pathINStall Vent System Connect Inlet HoseTighten couplings Attach short hose and Y connectorAttach long hose to Y connector and tighten couplings Attach long hose to dryer fill valve and tighten couplingConnect vent Level dryerTroubleshooting Complete InstallationChecklist Tighten and adjust leveling legs2009 12/09 All rights reserved

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