Fisher & Paykel DE4024P Installation Instructions & User Manual page 15

Connecting dryer using 4-wire connection (must be used for mobile home installation)
Note: since January 1, 1996, the National Electrical Code requires that new constructions
use a 4-wire connection to an electric dryer. A 4-wire cord must also be used where
local codes do not permit grounding through the neutral. 3-wire connection is NOT for
use on new construction.
Cover
4 #10 AWG minimum copper conductors or 120/240V 30A power supply cord kit
marked for use with dryers and provided with closed loop or spade terminals with
upturned ends (not supplied)
Turn off the circuit breaker(s) (30 amp) or remove the dryer's circuit fuse at the
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electrical box.
Be sure the dryer cord is unplugged from the wall receptacle.
2
Remove the power cord cover located at the upper back.
3
Remove green ground screw and retain for use in Step
4
(marked N) in terminal block. Remove and discard ground strap.
Install 3/4 in. UL-recognized strain relief to power cord entry hole. Bring power cord
5
through strain relief and bracket.
Connect power cord as follows:
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A. Connect the 2 hot lines to the outer screws of the terminal block (marked L1 and L2).
B. Connect the neutral (white) line to the center of the terminal block (marked N).
Attach ground wire of power cord with the green ground screw (hole above strain relief
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bracket). Tighten all terminal block screws (3) securely.
Properly secure power cord to strain relief and bracket.
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Reinstall the cover.
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IMPORTANT!
Never leave the cover off of the terminal block.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Green wire from
power cord
3/4" Strain relief
and bracket
. Remove center screw
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EN
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