Before Operating; Do Not Use An Extension Cord - Maytag MDE2400AZW Installation Instructions Manual

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.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
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.
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.
_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, 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,
To prevent unnecessary risk of fire, electrical shock or personal injury, aii wiring
and grounding must be done in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local
codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No, 70-Latest Revision (for the US)
or the Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22,1 - Latest Revisions and local codes and ordinances, it is the
personal responsibility and obligation of the appliance owner to provide adequate electrical services for
o All gas installations must be done in accordance with the national Fuel Code ANSI/Z2231 =Last revision
(for United States) or CAN/CGA = B149 Installation Codes = Latest Revision (for Canada) and local codes
and ordinances,
• A 120/240-volt U.S. electric dryer must be converted if it is to operate on a 120/208 volt
electrical system.
• If a power cord is used, the cord should be plugged into a 30-ampere receptacle.
• The power cord is NOT provided with U.S. electric model dryers.
IMPORTANT: When permitted by local codes, the dryer electrical supply may be connected by
means of a new power supply cord kit, marked for use with clothes dryer, that is U.L. listed, rated at
120/240 volts minimum, 30 amperes with three No. 10 copper wire conductors terminated with closed
loop terminals, open-end spade lugs with turned up ends or with tinned leads.
• Do not reuse a power supply cord from an old dryer. The power cord electric supply wiring
must be retained at the dryer cabinet with a suitable UL listed strain relief.