Whirlpool mgdb835dw, MEDB835DW Installation Instructions

Gas and Electric Dryer

Instructions d’installation –

Installation Instructions

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 ........ 8

INSTALL LEVELING LEGS ......................................................... 9

MAKE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION - U.S.A. ONLY ............... 10

MAKE GAS CONNECTION - U.S.A. AND CANADA ................ 16

VENTING .................................................................................... 16

Venting Requirements ...................................................... 16

Plan Vent System .............................................................. 17

Install Vent System ............................................................ 18

CONNECT INLET HOSES ......................................................... 18

CONNECT VENT ....................................................................... 20

LEVEL DRYER ........................................................................... 20

COMPLETE INSTALLATION CHECKLIST ............................... 21

REVERSE DOOR SWING .......................................................... 22

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Table des matières

SÉCURITÉ DE LA SÉCHEUSE ........................................ 26

EXIGENCES D’INSTALLATION ....................................... 28

Outillage et pièces ............................................................. 28

EXIGENCES D’EMPLACEMENT .............................................. 29

RACCORDEMENT DE LA SÉCHEUSE

ÉLECTRIQUE – CANADA SEULEMENT .................................. 30

RACCORDEMENT ÉLECTRIQUE DE LA SÉCHEUSE

À GAZ - ÉTATS-UNIS ET CANADA .........................................31

INSTALLATION DES PIEDS DE NIVELLEMENT ...................... 33

RACCORDEMENT AU GAZ - ÉTATS-UNIS ET CANADA ....... 34

L’EVACUATION .......................................................................... 34

Exigences concernant l’evacuation ................................. 34

Planication des circuits de conduits .............................. 35

Installation du système d’évacuation ............................... 36

RACCORDEMENT DES TUYAUX DE VIDANGE ...................... 37

RACCORDEMENT DU SYSTÈME D’ÉVACUATION ................ 38

ÉTABLIR L’APLOMB DE LA SÉCHEUSE ................................. 39

ACHEVER L’INSTALLATION LISTE DE VÉRIFICATION ......... 39

INVERSION DU SENS D’OUVERTURE DE LA PORTE ............ 40

INSTALLATION NOTES

Date of purchase: _________________________________ Date of installation: _______________________________ Installer: ________________________________________ Model number: ___________________________________ Serial number: ___________________________________

NOTES CONCERNANT L’INSTALLATION

Date d’achat : _____________________________________ Date d’installation : ________________________________ Installateur : ______________________________________ Numéro de modèle : ________________________________ Numéro de série : __________________________________

W10725269A W10725272A-SP

DRYER SAFETY

IMPORTANT: When discarding or storing your old clothes dryer, remove the door.

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:

Flat-blade screwdriver

Level

Adjustable wrench that opens to 1" (25 mm) or hex-head socket wrench

Vent clamps

Tools needed for gas installations:

8" (203 mm) or 10" (254 mm) pipe wrench

Pipe-joint compound

resistant to LP gas

8" (203 mm) or 10" (254 mm) adjustable wrench (for gas connections)

Parts supplied (all models):

Plastic putty knife

Tin snips (new vent installations)

#2 Phillips screwdriver

Caulking gun and compound (for installing new exhaust vent)

1/4"( 6 mm) nut driver (recommended)

Wire stripper (direct wire installations)

Leveling legs (4)

Parts supplied (steam models):

“Y” connector

Parts package is located in dryer drum. Check that all parts are included.

Short inlet hose

Rubber washer

Parts needed (steam models):

5' (1.52 m) inlet hose

If using a power supply cord:

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

Tape measure

Pliers

■ 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.

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.”

Optional Equipment: (Not supplied with dryer)

Refer to your “Use and Care Guide” for information about accessories available for your dryer.

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 oor 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

/4"

(1428 mm)

325/16"

(821 mm)

Door Opened

Door Closed

29"

(737 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.

■ Steam models only: Cold water faucets located within 4 ft.

(1.2 m) of the water ll valves, and water pressure of 20-100

psi (137.9-689.6 kPa). You may use the water supply for your washer using the “Y” connector and short hose which are provided.

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 off 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.

4213/16"

/2"

(13 mm)

/8"

(289 mm)

(1087 mm)

/8"

(93 mm)

(77 mm)

13/8"

(35 mm)

/2"

(370 mm)

(150 mm)

(115 mm)

Back viewSide view

Bottom view:

81/2"

(218 mm)

/8"

(365 mm)

NOTE: Most installations require a minimum of 6" (152 mm) clearance behind dryer for exhaust vent with elbow. See “Venting Requirements.”

57/8"

/2"

(93 mm)

/2"

Spacing for recessed area or closet installation

The dimensions shown are for the recommended 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.

14" max

(356 mm)

3"/3"

18"/18"

(457 mm/

457 mm)

(76 mm/

76 mm)

3"/3"

(76 mm/

76 mm)

48"

(310 cm

310 cm2)

24" (155 cm 155 cm2)

48"

24"

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.

■ 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.

■ 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.

6"/0"

(152 mm/

0 mm)

1"/0"

(25 mm/0 mm)

1"/1"

(25 mm/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 dryers mobile home installations:

■ Mobile Home Installation Hold-down Kit Part Number

W10432680 is available to order. For further information, see “Assistance or Service” section in your “Use and Care Guide.”

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. 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 4 10-gauge solid copper wires and match a 4-wire receptacle of

4-wire

receptacle

(14-30R)

NEMA Type 14-30 R. The ground 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 3 10-gauge solid copper wires and match a 3-wire receptacle of

3-wire

receptacle

(10-30R)

NEMA Type 10-30R.

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.

ELECTRIC DRYER POWER HOOKUPCANADA 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.

■ This dryer is equipped with a 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.

4-wire receptacle

(14-30R)

If using a replacement power supply cord, it is recommended that you use Power Supply Cord Replacement Part Number 9831317.

For further information, please reference service numbers located in “Assistance or Service” section of your “Use and Care Guide.”

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 DRYER POWER HOOKUP -

U.S.A. AND CANADA

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, re, or electrical shock.

■ 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.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

■

For a grounded, cord-connected dryer:

WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment-

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS

GAS TYPE

Natural Gas:

This dryer is equipped for use with Natural gas. It is design-

certied by CSA International for LP (propane or butane) gases

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.”

LP 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 different

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 (Alternat 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 different size adapter tting.

■ If your dryer has been converted to use LP gas, 3/8" LP

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 LP gas must be used. Do not use TEFLON

■ Must include shut-off valve

®†

tape.

In the U.S.A.:

An individual manual shut-off valve must be installed within six (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-off valve must be installed in accordance with the B149.1, Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code. It is recommended that an individual manual shutoff valve be installed within six (6) ft. (1.8 m) of the dryer. The location should be easy to reach for opening and closing.

DRYER GAS PIPE

■ The gas pipe that comes out through the rear of your dryer

has a 3/8" male pipe thread.

/8"

(77 mm)

3/8" NPT dryer pipe

(35 mm)

NOTE: For a garage installation, the gas pipe height must be an

additional 18" (460 mm) from the oor.

INSTALL LEVELING LEGS

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 shutoff valve.

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

®†

tape.

listed exible gas connector that complies with the standard

for connectors for gas appliances, ANSI Z21.24 or CSA 6.10.

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.

†®TEFLON is a registered trademark of E.I. Dupont De Nemours and Company.

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.

Screw in leveling legs

Using a wrench and tape measure, screw leveling legs into leg holes until bottom of foot is approximately 1/2" (13 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. For ordering information please reference the “Use and Care Guide.”

MAKE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

- U.S.A. ONLY (EFFECTUER LE RACCORDEMENT ÉLECTRIQUE – ÉTATS-UNIS SEULEMENT)

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION Power Supply Cord

2. Remove terminal block cover

Remove hold-down screw and terminal block cover.

POWER SUPPLY CORD CONNECTION

Power Supply Cord Strain Relief

Attach power supply cord

strain relief

Electrical Connection Options

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.

B C D

Remove the screws from a 3/4" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief (UL marking on 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 up (A) and the other is pointing down (D), and hold in place. Tighten strain relief screws just enough to hold the two clamp sections (C) together.

Attach power supply cord to strain relief

3-wire direct connection: Go to Direct Wire 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.

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 horizontal position. Do not further tighten strain relief screws at this point.

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

Connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire

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)

Spade terminals with upturned ends

Prepare to connect neutral

4-prong plug

Ring terminals

ground wire and neutral wire

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

Connect ground wire (F) (green or bare) of power supply cord to external ground conductor screw (A). Tighten screw.

Connect remaining wires

Remove center terminal block screw (B). Remove neutral

ground wire (E) from external ground conductor screw (A). Reinstall ground conductor screw (A).

Connect remaining wires to outer terminal block screws. Tighten screws. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw. Now, go to “Venting Requirements.”

3-wire Power Supply Cord Connection

Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground

conductor to neutral wire.

3. Connect remaining wires

3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R)

Spade terminals with upturned ends

3-prong plug

Ring terminals

1. Remove center screw

DIRECT WIRE CONNECTION

Remove center terminal block screw (B).

2. Connect neutral wire

Connect neutral wire (white or center) (C) of power supply cord

to center terminal block screw (B). Tighten screw.

Direct Wire Strain Relief

1. Attach direct wire strain relief

1. Prepare your 4-wire cable for

direct connection

Unscrew the removable conduit connector (A) and any

screws from a 3/4" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief (UL marking on 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.

2. Attach direct wire cable

to strain relief

(25 mm)

(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 1 from remaining 3 wires. Strip insulation back 1" (25 mm). Shape ends of wires into hooks.

/2" (38 mm)

2. Prepare to connect neutral

ground wire and neutral wire

Put direct wire cable through the strain relief. The strain

relief should have a tight t with the dryer cabinet and be in

a horizontal 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.

3-wire direct connection: Go to “3-Wire Direct Connection” on page 11.

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.

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

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

2. Remove center screw

Connect ground wire (green or bare) (F) of direct wire cable

to external ground conductor screw (A). Tighten screw.

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 tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw. Now, go to “Venting Requirements.”

Remove center terminal block screw (B).

3. Connect neutral wire

Place hooked end of neutral wire (white or center) (C) of direct wire cable under center terminal block screw (B). Squeeze hooked end together. Tighten screw.

Connect remaining wires

3-wire Direct Wire Connection

Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire.

1. Prepare your 3-wire cable for

direct connection

(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 3

/2" (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.

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 tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw. Now, go to “Venting Requirements.”

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