Maytag MEDB800VQ - R BravosR Steam Electric Dryer Use And Care Manual page 15

Optional 3-wire connection
Use for direct wire or power supply cord where local codes do not permit connecting
cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire.
1. Remove center silver-colored terminal block screw.
2. Remove neutral ground wire from external ground conductor screw. Connect neutral
ground wire and the neutral wire (white or center wire) of power supply cord/cable under
center, silver-colored terminal block screw. Tighten screw.
3,
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A. External ground conductor screw
B. Neutral ground wire
C. Center silver-colored terminal block screw
D. Neutral wire (white or center wire)
E. 3/4" ( !9 ram) UL fisted strain refief
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Connect the other wires to outer terminal
block
screws. Tighten screws.
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4. Tighten strain relief screws.
5. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-
down screw.
6,
Connect a separate copper ground wire from the external ground conductor screw to an
adequate ground.
Fire Hazard
Use a heavy metal vent.
Do not use a plastic vent.
Do not use a metal foil vent.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death
or fire.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
The dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent, chimney, wall, ceiling, attic,
crawlspace, or a concealed space of a building.
If using an existing vent system
• Clean lint from the entire length of the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged
with lint.
• Replace any plastic or metal foil vent with rigid or flexible heavy metal vent.
• Review Vent system chart. Modify existing vent system if necessary to achieve the best
drying performance. Only rigid or flexible metal duct shall be used for exhausting.
If this is a new vent system
Vent material
• Use a heavy metal vent. I)o not use plastic or metal foil vent.
• 4" (1 02 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps must be used.
4" ( 102 ram) heavy metal exhaust vent
Vent products can be purchased from your dealer or by calling Maytag Services. For more
information, see the "Assistance or Service" section.