Installation instructions
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Connecting the dryer using 3-wire connection
Important!
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DO NOT use in Canada.
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DO NOT use for Mobile home installations, on new constructions, or on recreational vehicles.
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NOT for use in areas where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral conduction.
Ground strap
If required by local codes, install an external ground (not provided) to grounded metal,
a cold water pipe or other established ground as determined by a qualified electrician.
Hot wire
Strain relief bracket
3/4” (19 mm), UL recognized strain relief
120/240V 30 amp power supply cord kit (min
length 4 feet (1.5 m)) marked for use with
dryers and provided with closed loop or spade
terminals with upturned ends (not supplied)
Fuse
Cover
Screw
Neutral (white)
Screws (2)
Fig.15 3-wire connections
Hot wire
Green ground screw
1
Turn off the circuit breaker(s) (30 amp) or remove the dryer’s circuit fuse at the electrical box.
2
Ensure the dryer cord is unplugged from the wall outlet.
3
Locate and remove the power cord cover at the lower rear of the dryer.
4
Install a ¾” (19 mm) UL-recognized strain relief to the entry hole for the power cord. Move the
power cord through the strain relief.
5
Connect the power cord according to the following:
a
Connect the two hot lines to the outer screws of the terminal block (labelled L1 and L2).
b
Connect the neutral (white) line to the center of the terminal block (labelled N).
6
Ensure the ground strap is connected to neutral (center) terminal of block, and to the green
ground screw on located on the cabinet rear.
7
Tighten all three terminal block screws completely.
8
Correctly secure the power cord to the strain relief.
9
Replace the power cord cover.
WARNING!
NEVER leave the power cord cover off the terminal block.
