GE UPGT650 operating instructions Electrical Connection Information for Electric Dryers

Installation Instructions

CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC DRYER (skip for gas dryers)

TOOLS AND MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED FOR CONNECTING THE ELECTRICAL SUPPLY

❒Flat- or straight-blade screwdriver (may be needed for cord strain relief)

❒#2 Phillips-head screwdriver (for terminal connections)

❒UL-listed strain relief (may be supplied with cord)

❒UL-listed power cord

–30-amp

–240V

–#10 AWG minimum copper conductor

–Closed-loop or forked terminals with upturned ends

–3-wire (for construction before 1996) or

4-wire (for construction after 1996)

FOR YOUR SAFETY:

WARNING

Before making the electrical connection, turn off the circuit breaker(s) or remove the dryer’s circuit fuse(s) at the electrical box. Be sure the dryer cord is unplugged from the wall. NEVER LEAVE THE ACCESS COVER OFF THE TERMINAL BLOCK.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMATION FOR ELECTRIC DRYERS

WARNING – To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock and personal injury:

•Do not use an extension cord or an adapter plug with this appliance.

•The dryer must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes and ordinances, or in the absence of local codes, in accordance with the NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70.

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