Electrical Requirements; Electrical Connections - Maytag MDE5500AZW Installation Instructions Manual

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
NOTE: Wiring diagram is located inside the control console.
Export models (not U.S. or Canada): See Additional Instructions for Export Models on the other side of this sheet.
I_I,WARNING] WARNING - To prevent unnecessary risk of fire, electrical shock or personal injury, all
wiring and grounding must be done in accordance with local codes, or in the
_ bsence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA (for the United
States) or the Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22.1 (for Canada).
GROUNDING
This dryer must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, the ground will reduce the risk of
electrical shock by providing a path of least resistance for electrical current.
GAS MODELS
This appliance is equipped with a cord having an
equipment-grounding 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.
Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance - if
it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by
a qualified electrician.
_'WARNING
WARNING - Improper connection of
the equipment grounding conductor can
result in a risk of electric shock. Check
with a qualified electrician or serviceman
if you are in doubt as to whether the
appliance is properly grounded.
if a separate ground is required by local codes, a grounding kit (Part No. 12001875) is available. It contains
ground wire, clamp, ground screw and washer. Connect ground wire to back of unit with the cabinet ground
screw and washer. Secure other end of ground wire to a suitable external ground connection. The wire may
be secured with the clamp to a grounded COLD metal water pipe.
terminal block post to the frame of the dryer. If local codes prohibit the use of the
ground strap, the dryer must be grounded in accordance with local codes.
If a power cord is not used and the electric dryer is to be permanently wired,
the dryer must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system;
or an equipment grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors
and connected to the equipment grounding terminal.
NEVER CONNECT GROUND WIRE TO PLASTIC PLUMBING LINES, GAS LINES OR HOT WATER PIPES.
ELECTRIC MODELS 1_
U.S. electric models are shipped with a ground strap connected from the neutral
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Ground
Screw
BEFORE OPERATING OR TESTING, follow all grounding instructions in Grounding Section.
An individual branch (or separate) circuit serving only this appliance is recommended. DO NOT USE AN
EXTENSION CORD.
GAS MODELS - U.S. and Canada
A 120 volt, 60 Hz AC, approved electrical service, with a 15 ampere fuse or circuit breaker is required.
ELECTRIC MODELS - U.S. Only
Most U.S. dryers, as manufactured, require a 120/240 volt, 60 Hz AC approved electrical service. Some require
120/208 volt, 60 Hz approved electrical service. The electric service requirements can be found on the data
label located on the front behind the door. A 30 ampere fuse or circuit breaker on both sides of the line is
required.
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