Kenmore 11060372710, 11070372710 Installation Guide

Dryer Installation Instructions Instrucciones de instalación de la secadora Instructions d’installation de la sécheuse
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Kenmore®
Gas & Electric Dryer Secadora a gas y eléctrica Sécheuse à gaz et électrique
P/N W11040140A Sears Brands Management Corporation
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. www.kenmore.com
Sears Canada Inc. Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2C3 www.sears.ca
TABLE OF CONTENTS
DRYER SAFETY ..................................................................2
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS .......................................4
Tools and Parts ............................................................4
LOCATION REQUIREMENTS ..............................................5
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS – U.S.A. ONLY ....................6
ELECTRIC DRYER POWER HOOKUP – CANADA ONLY .....7
GAS DRYER POWER HOOKUP – U.S.A. AND CANADA ....7
INSTALL LEVELING LEGS...................................................9
MAKE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION – U.S.A. ONLY .......... 10
MAKE GAS CONNECTION – U.S.A. AND CANADA ........ 16
INSTALLATION NOTES
Date of purchase: _________________________________ Date of installation: _______________________________ Installer: ________________________________________ Model number: ___________________________________ Serial number: ___________________________________
DRYER SAFETY
VENTING ........................................................................ 16
Venting Requirements ............................................... 16
Plan Vent System ......................................................17
Install Vent System .....................................................18
CONNECT VENT ............................................................. 19
LEVEL DRYER .................................................................. 19
COMPLETE INSTALLATION CHECKLIST ...........................20
REVERSE DOOR SWING (OPTIONAL) ..............................21
TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................... 23
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ................................. Back Cover
In the State of Massachusetts, the following installation instructions apply:
Installations and repairs must be performed by a qualified or licensed contractor, plumber, or gas fitter qualified or licensed by
the State of Massachusetts.
Acceptable Shut-off Devices: Gas Cocks and Ball Valves installed for use shall be listed.
A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 4 feet (121.9 cm).
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WARNING:
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD Failure to follow safety warnings exactly could result in serious injury, death, or property
damage.
Do not store or use gasoline or other ammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
Do not try to light any appliance.
Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.
Clear the room, building, or area of all occupants.
Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s
instructions. If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the re department.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualied installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.
IMPORTANT: The gas installation must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, or the Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1.
The dryer must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, CSA C22.1.
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Tools and Parts
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here.
Tools needed for all installations:
Tape measure Pliers
Tools needed for gas installations:
Flat-head screwdriver
Level
Plastic putty knife
Tin snips (new vent installations)
#2 Phillips screwdriver Wire stripper (direct wire
Adjustable wrench that opens to 1" (25 mm) or hex-head socket wrench
Vent clamps
Caulking gun and compound (for installing new exhaust vent)
1/4" (6 mm) and 5/16" (8 mm) nut driver (recommended)
installations)
8" (203 mm) or 10" (254 mm) pipe wrench
Pipe-joint compound resistant to propane gas
8" (203 mm) or 10" (254 mm) adjustable wrench (for gas connections)
Parts supplied:
Leveling legs (4)
Parts package is located in dryer drum. Check that all parts are included.
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, and have a temperature rating of 140ºF (60ºC) 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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Parts needed (not supplied with dryer):
Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply and venting. See “Electrical Requirements” and “Venting Requirements” before purchasing parts.
Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system hardware available for purchase from the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer. For further information, please refer to the “Assistance or Service” section in your Use and Care Guide.
LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
INSTALLATION CLEARANCES
For each arrangement, consider allowing more space for ease of installation and servicing, spacing for companion appliances, and clearances for walls, doors, and floor moldings. Space must be large enough to allow door to fully open. Add spacing on all sides of dryer to reduce noise transfer. If a closet door or louvered door is installed, top and bottom air openings in door are required.
Check code requirements. Some codes limit, or do not permit, installation of the dryer in garages, closets, mobile homes, or sleeping quarters. Contact your local building inspector.
DRYER DIMENSIONS
Front view:
27"
(685 mm)
401/2"
(1027 mm)
11/4"
(32 mm)
You will need:
A location allowing for proper exhaust installation.
See “Venting Requirements.”
A separate 15- or 20-amp circuit needed for gas dryers
and 30-amp circuit needed for electric dryers.
If using power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet
located within 2 ft. (610 mm) of either side of dryer. See “Electrical Requirements.”
Floor must support dryer weight of 200 lbs. (90.7 kg).
Also consider weight of companion appliance.
Level oor with maximum slope of 1" (25 mm) under entire
dryer. If slope is greater than 1" (25 mm), clothes may not tumble properly and automatic sensor cycles may not operate correctly.
For garage installation, place dryer at least 18" (460 mm)
above oor.
IMPORTANT: Do not operate, install, or store dryer where it will be exposed to water, weather, or at temperatures below 45°F (7°C). Lower temperatures may cause dryer not to shut o at end of automatic sensor cycles, resulting in longer drying times.
NOTE: No other fuel-burning appliance can be installed in the same closet as a dryer.
Side view, hamper doorSide view, side-swing door
53"
(1341 mm)
(762 mm)
30"
431/4"
(1096 mm)
30"
(762 mm)
NOTE: Most installations require a minimum of 6" (152 mm) clearance behind dryer for exhaust vent with elbow. See “Venting Requirements.”
Spacing for recessed area or closet installation
The dimensions shown are for the minimum spacing allowed.
Additional spacing should be considered for ease of installation
and servicing.
Additional clearances might be required for wall, door, and
oor moldings.
Additional spacing of 1" (25 mm) on all sides of the dryer is
recommended to reduce noise transfer.
For closet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation
openings in the top and bottom of the door are required. Louvered doors with equivalent ventilitation openings are acceptable.
Companion appliance spacing should also be considered.
5
14" max
(356 mm)
18"/18"*
(457 mm)
3"/3"
(76 mm)
2
/48"
48"
(310 cm2)
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 specied 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.
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Do not use an extension cord.
If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is
recommended that a qualied electrician determine that the ground path is adequate.
2/
2
24"
24"
(155 cm2)
6"/0"
(152 mm/0 mm)
1"/0"
(25 mm/0 mm)
3"/3"
(76 mm)
1"/1"
(25 mm)
Recommended/Minimum spacing
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:
All dryers:
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.
For gas dryer mobile home installations:
Mobile Home Installation Hold-down Kit Part Number
346764 is available to order. For further information, see “Assistance or Service” section in your Use and Care Guide.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS – U.S.A. ONLY (SPÉCIFICATIONS
ÉLECTRIQUES – ÉTATS-UNIS
SEULEMENT)
It is your responsibility:
To contact a qualied electrical installer.
To be sure 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.
Electrical Connection
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 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, and have a temperature rating of 140ºF (60ºC) 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.
If your outlet looks like this:
Then choose a 4-wire power supply cord with ring or spade terminals and UL Listed strain relief. The 4-wire power supply cord, at least 4 ft. (1.22 m) long, must have four 10-gauge solid copper wires and match a 4-wire receptacle of NEMA Type 14-30R. The ground
4-wire
receptacle
(14-30R)
wire (ground conductor) may be either green or
bare. The neutral conductor must be identied
by a white cover.
If your outlet looks like this:
Then choose a 3-wire power supply cord with ring or spade terminals and UL Listed strain relief. The 3-wire power supply cord, at least 4 ft. (1.22 m) long, must have three 10-gauge solid copper wires and match a 3-wire
3-wire
receptacle
(10-30R)
receptacle of NEMA Type 10-30R.
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If connecting by direct wire:
Power supply cable must match power supply (4-wire or 3-wire) and be:
Flexible armored cable or nonmetallic sheathed copper cable
(with ground wire), covered with exible metallic conduit. All
current-carrying wires must be insulated.
10-gauge solid copper wire (do not use aluminum) at least
5 ft. (1.52 m) long.
This dryer is equipped with a UL Listed
and/or CSA International Certied Power Cord intended to be plugged into a standard 14-30R wall receptacle. The cord is 5 ft. (1.52 m) long. Be sure wall receptacle
is within reach of dryer’s nal location.
For further information, please reference service numbers located in “Assistance or Service” section of your Use and Care Guide.
4-wire receptacle
(14-30R)
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
For a grounded, cord-connected dryer:
This dryer must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. This dryer is equipped with a cord having an equipment­grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualied electrician or service representative or personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the dryer is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the dryer: if it will not t the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualied electrician.
ELECTRIC DRYER POWER
HOOKUP – CANADA ONLY
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
It is your responsibility:
To contact a qualied electrical installer.
To be sure that the electrical connection is adequate and
in conformance with Canadian Electrical Code, C22.1 – latest edition and all local codes. A copy of above codes standard may be obtained from: Canadian Standards Association, 178 Rexdale Blvd., Toronto, ON M9W 1R3 CANADA.
To supply the required 4-wire, single phase, 120-/240-volt,
60 Hz, AC-only electrical supply on a separate 30-amp circuit, fused on both sides of the line. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. Connect to an individual branch circuit.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
GAS DRYER POWER HOOKUP –
U.S.A. AND CANADA
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
120-volt, 60 Hz, AC-only, 15- or 20-amp fused electrical
supply is required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. It is also recommended that a separate circuit serving only this dryer be provided.
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
For a grounded, cord-connected dryer:
This dryer must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. This dryer is equipped with a cord having an equipment­grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualied electrician or service representative or personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the dryer is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the dryer: if it will not t the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualied electrician.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Use a new CSA International approved gas supply line.
Install a shut-off valve.
Securely tighten all gas connections.
If connected to propane, have a qualified person make sure gas pressure does not exceed 13" (330 mm) water column.
Examples of a qualified person include: licensed heating personnel,
authorized gas company personnel, and authorized service personnel.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
Propane Gas Conversion:
IMPORTANT: Conversion must be made by a qualied technician.
No attempt shall be made to convert the dryer from the gas
specied on the model/serial rating plate for use with a dierent
gas without consulting your gas company.
GAS SUPPLY LINE Option 1 (Recommended Method)
Flexible stainless steel gas connector:
If local codes permit, use a new exible stainless steel gas
connector (Design Certied by the American Gas Association
or CSA International) to connect your dryer to the rigid gas
supply line. Use an elbow and a 3/8" are x 3/8" NPT adapter tting between the stainless steel gas connector and the dryer
gas pipe, as needed to prevent kinking.
Option 2 (Alternate Method)
Approved aluminum or copper tubing
Must include 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping accessible
for test gauge connection, immediately upstream of the gas connection to the dryer.
1/2" IPS pipe is recommended.
3/8" approved aluminum or copper tubing is acceptable
for lengths under 20 ft. (6.1 m) if local codes and gas supplier permit.
If you are using natural gas, do not use copper tubing.
Lengths over 20 ft. (6.1 m) should use larger tubing and
a dierent size adapter tting.
If your dryer has been converted to use propane gas,
3/8” propane compatible copper tubing can be used. If the total length of the supply line is more than 20 ft. (6.1 m), use larger pipe.
NOTE: Pipe-joint compounds that resist the action of propane gas must be used. Do not use TEFLON
Must include shut-o valve.
In the U.S.A.:
An individual manual shut-o valve must be installed within
6 ft. (1.8 m) of the dryer in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1. The location should be easy to reach for opening and closing.
In Canada:
An individual manual shut-o valve must be installed in
accordance with the B149.1, Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code. It is recommended that an individual manual
shuto valve be installed within 6 ft. (1.8 m) of the dryer. The
location should be easy to reach for opening and closing.
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GAS TYPE
Natural Gas:
This dryer is equipped for use with natural gas. It is certied by UL for use with propane gas with appropriate conversion.
Your dryer must have the correct burner for the type of gas in
your home. Burner information is located on the rating plate in the door well of your dryer. If this information does not agree with the type of gas available, contact your dealer or call the phone numbers referenced in the “Assistance or Service” section of your Use and Care Guide.
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A. 3/8" exible gas connector B. 3/8" pipe to are adapter tting
C. 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping D. 1/2" NPT gas supply line
E. Gas shuto valve
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D
GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION REQUIREMENTS
Use an elbow and a 3/8"  are x 3/8" NPT adapter  tting
between the  exible gas connector and the dryer gas pipe,
as needed to avoid kinking.
Use only pipe-joint compound. Do not use TEFLON
This dryer must be connected to the gas supply line with a
listed  exible gas connector that complies with the standard
for connectors for gas appliances, ANSI Z21.24 or CSA 6.10.
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BURNER INPUT REQUIREMENTS
Elevations above 2,000 ft. (610 m):
When installed above 2,000 ft. (610 m), a 4% reduction of the
burner Btu rating shown on the model/serial number plate is required for each 1,000 ft. (305 m) increase in elevation.
Gas supply pressure testing
The dryer must be disconnected from the gas supply piping
system during pressure testing at pressures greater than 1/2 psi.
DRYER GAS PIPE
The gas pipe that comes out through the rear of your dryer
has a 3/8" male pipe thread.
INSTALL LEVELING LEGS
1. Prepare dryer for leveling legs
Firmly grasp dryer body (not console panel) and gently lay dryer down on back cardboard corner posts.
IMPORTANT: If laying dryer on its back, use the cardboard corner posts the dryer was packed with to avoid damaging the back of the dryer.
11/2"
53/4"
(146 mm)
3/8" NPT dryer pipe
NOTE: For a garage installation, the gas pipe height must be
an additional 18" (460 mm) from the  oor.
(38 mm)
2. Screw in leveling legs
Using a wrench and tape measure, screw leveling legs into leg holes until bottom of foot is approximately 1" (25 mm) from bottom of dryer.
Now stand the dryer on its feet. Slide the dryer until it is
close to its  nal location. Leave enough room to connect the
exhaust vent.
For mobile home use
Gas dryers must be securely fastened to the  oor.
Mobile home installations require a Mobile Home Installation Hold-down Kit (Part Number 346764). For ordering information, please reference “Assistance or Service” section in the Use and Care Guide.
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MAKE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION – U.S.A. ONLY (EFFECTUER LE
RACCORDEMENT ÉLECTRIQUE – ÉTATS-UNIS SEULEMENT)
Electrical Connection Options
Before you start: disconnect power.
1. Choose electrical connection type
Power supply cord 4-wire receptacle (NEMA Type 14-30R): Go to “Power Supply Cord Connection.”
Power supply cord 3-wire receptacle (NEMA Type 10-30R): Go to “Power Supply Cord Connection.”
4-wire direct connection: Go to “Direct Wire Connection.”
3-wire direct connection: Go to “Direct Wire Connection.”
POWER SUPPLY CORD CONNECTION
NOTE: If local codes do not permit connection of a
cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire, go to “Optional 3-Wire Connection.” This connection may be used with either a power supply cord or a direct wire connection.
2. Remove terminal block cover
Remove hold-down screws and terminal block cover.
Power Supply Cord Strain Relief
1. Attach power supply cord strain relief
A
B C
D
Remove the screws from a 3/4" (19 mm) UL Listed strain relief. Put the tabs of the two clamp sections (C) into the hole below the terminal block opening (B) so that one tab is pointing diagonally toward the dryer (A) and the other is pointing diagonally away from the dryer (D), and hold in place. Tighten strain relief screws just enough to hold the two clamp sections (C) together.
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2. Attach power supply cord to strain relief
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  t with the dryer
cabinet and be in a vertical position. Do not further tighten strain relief screws at this point.
1. Prepare to connect neutral
ground wire and neutral wire
B
E
A
Remove center terminal block screw (B). Remove neutral ground wire (E) from external ground conductor screw (A).
2. Connect neutral ground wire
and neutral wire
If your outlet looks like this:
Power supply cord 4-wire receptacle (NEMA Type 14-30R): Go to “4-Wire Power Supply Cord Connection.”
Power supply cord 3-wire receptacle (NEMA Type 10-30R): Go to “3-Wire Power Supply Cord Connection.”
4-Wire Power Supply Cord Connection
IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes
and where local codes do not permit the use of 3-wire connections.
4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-30R)
4-prong plug
E
B
C
Connect neutral ground wire (E) and neutral wire (white) (C) of power supply cord under center terminal block screw (B). Tighten screw.
3. Connect ground wire
F
A
Spade terminals with upturned ends
Connect ground wire (F) (green or bare) of power supply cord to external ground conductor screw (A). Tighten screw.
Ring terminals
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4. Connect remaining wires
2. Connect neutral wire
C
B
Connect remaining wires to outer terminal block screws. Tighten screws. Finally, reinsert tabs of terminal block cover into slots of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screws. Now, go to “Venting Requirements.”
3-Wire Power Supply Cord Connection
Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire.
3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R)
Spade terminals with upturned ends
3-prong plug
Ring terminals
Connect neutral wire (white or center) (C) of power supply cord to center terminal block screw (B). Tighten screw.
3. Connect remaining wires
Connect remaining wires to outer terminal block screws. Tighten screws. Finally, reinsert tabs of terminal block cover into slots of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screws. Now, go to “Venting Requirements.”
1. Remove center screw
Remove center terminal block screw (B).
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B
DIRECT WIRE CONNECTION
Fire Hazard Use 10 gauge copper wire. Use a UL listed strain relief. Disconnect power before making electrical connections. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to center
terminal. Ground wire (green or bare wire) must be connected
to green ground connector. Connect remaining 2 supply wires to remaining
2 terminals (gold). Securely tighten all electrical connections. Failure to do so can result in death, re, or
electrical shock.
2. Attach direct wire cable to strain relief
Put direct wire cable through the strain relief. The strain relief
should have a tight  t with the dryer cabinet and be in a
vertical position. Tighten strain relief screw against the direct wire cable.
If your wiring looks like this:
4-wire direct connection: Go to “4-Wire Direct Connection”
on this page.
Direct Wire Strain Relief
1. Attach direct wire strain relief
A
B C
Unscrew the removable conduit connector (A) and any screws from a 3/4" (19 mm) UL Listed strain relief. Put the threaded section of the strain relief (C) through the hole below the terminal block opening (B). Reaching inside the terminal block opening, screw the removable conduit connector (A) onto the strain relief threads.
3-wire direct connection: Go to “3-Wire Direct Connection.”
4-Wire Direct Wire Connection
IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes
and where local codes do not permit 3-wire connections.
1. Prepare your 4-wire cable
for direct connection
1"
(25 mm)
5"
(127 mm)
Direct wire cable must have 5 ft. (1.52 m) of extra length so dryer may be moved if needed.
Strip 5" (127 mm) of outer covering from end of cable, leaving bare ground wire at 5" (127 mm). Cut 1½" (38 mm) from remaining three wires. Strip insulation back 1" (25 mm). Shape ends of wires into hooks.
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2. Prepare to connect neutral
ground wire and neutral wire
B
E
A
Remove center terminal block screw (B). Remove neutral ground wire (E) from external ground conductor screw (A).
3. Connect neutral ground wire
and neutral wire
E
B
5. Connect remaining wires
Place hooked ends of remaining direct wire cable wires under outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right). Squeeze hooked ends together and tighten screws. Finally, reinsert tabs of terminal block cover into slots of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screws. Now, go to “Venting Requirements.”
3-Wire Direct Wire Connection
Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire.
C
Connect neutral ground wire (E) and place hooked end (hook facing right) of neutral wire (white or center wire) (C) of direct wire cable under center screw of terminal block (B). Squeeze hooked ends together and tighten screw.
4. Connect ground wire
F
A
1. Prepare your 3-wire cable
for direct connection
1"
(25 mm)
3½"
(89 mm)
Direct wire cable must have 5 ft. (1.52 m) of extra length so dryer may be moved if needed.
Strip 3½" (89 mm) of outer covering from end of cable. Strip insulation back 1" (25 mm). If using 3-wire cable with ground wire, cut bare wire even with outer covering. Shape wire ends into hooks.
2. Remove center screw
B
Connect ground wire (green or bare) (F) of direct wire cable to external ground conductor screw (A). Tighten screw.
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Remove center terminal block screw (B).
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