Maytag W10131619A installation instructions Style 2 Direct wire strain relief

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Put power supply cord through the strain relief. Be sure that the wire insulation on the power supply cord is inside the strain relief. The strain relief should have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be in a horizontal position. Do not further tighten strain relief screws at this point.

Style 2: Direct wire strain relief

Unscrew the removable conduit connector and any screws from a ¾" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief (UL marking on strain relief). Put the threaded section of the strain relief through the hole below the terminal block opening. Reaching inside the terminal block opening, screw the removable conduit connector onto the strain relief threads.

A

B

C

A. Removable conduit connector

B. Hole below terminal block opening

C. Strain relief threads

Put direct wire cable through the strain relief. The strain relief should have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be in a horizontal position. Tighten strain relief screw against the direct wire cable.

4.Now complete installation following instructions for your type of electrical connection: 4-wire(recommended)

3-wire(if 4-wire is not available)

Electrical Connection Options

If your home has:

And you will be

Go to Section

 

connecting to:

 

4-wire receptacle

A UL listed,

4-wire connection:

(NEMA Type 14-30R)

240-volt minimum,

Power supply cord

 

30-amp, dryer power

 

 

 

supply cord*

 

4-wire direct

A fused disconnect or

4-wire connection:

 

circuit breaker box*

Direct Wire

 

 

5"

 

 

(127 mm)

 

 

3-wire receptacle

A UL listed,

3-wire connection:

(NEMA type 10-30R)

240-volt minimum,

Power supply cord

 

30-amp, dryer power

 

 

 

supply cord*

 

3-wire direct

A fused disconnect or

3-wire connection:

 

circuit breaker box*

Direct Wire

 

 

(89 mm)

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

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Contents Electric Dryer W10131619ATable of Contents Dryer SafetyImportant Safety Instructions Location Requirements Installation InstructionsTools and Parts Mobile Home Additional Installation Requirements Electrical Requirements It is your responsibility Electrical ConnectionIf using a power supply cord If connecting by direct wireGauge solid copper wire do not use aluminum If your outlet looks like thisPower Supply Cord Direct Wire Style 1 Power supply cord strain reliefInstall strain relief Electrical ConnectionStyle 2 Direct wire strain relief Wire connection Power Supply Cord Wire connection Direct Wire CG F Loosen or remove center silver-colored terminal block screwOptional 3-wire connection Tighten strain relief screwIf this is a new vent system Vent material If using an existing vent systemVenting Requirements Plan Vent System ExhaustRecommended hood styles are shown here Angled hood style shown here is acceptableInstall Vent System Alternate installations for close clearancesSpecial provisions for mobile home installations Vent system chartInstall Leveling Legs Connect VentLevel Dryer Reverse Door Swing OptionalComplete Installation If the dryer will not start, check the followingDryer USE Starting Your DryerHow Automatic Drying Works Stopping and RestartingCleaning the Dryer Location Cleaning the Lint ScreenDryer Care Drying Rack OptionVacation and Moving Care Cleaning the Dryer InteriorRemoving Accumulated Lint Dryer Results TroubleshootingDryer Operation Lint on load Stains on load or drumLoads are wrinkled Cycle time too shortAssistance or Service AccessoriesEnhance your dryer with these premium accessories Part Number AccessoryW10131619A