Electric Dryer Power Hookup - Canada Only; Electrical Requirements - Maytag MGDP575GW Installation Instructions Manual

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ELECTRIC DRYER POWER
HOOKUP – CANADA ONLY

Electrical Requirements

It is your responsibility:
To contact a qualified electrical installer.
To be sure that the electrical connection is adequate
and in conformance with the Canadian Electrical Code,
C22.1 – latest edition and all local codes. A copy of the
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 UL Listed and/or CSA
International Certified Power Cord intended to be plugged
into a standard 14-30R wall receptacle. The cord is 5 ft.
(1.52 m) in length. Be sure wall receptacle is within reach
of dryer's final location.
4-wire receptacle (14-30R)
Do not use an extension cord.
If using a replacement power supply cord, it is recommended
that you use Power Supply Cord Replacement Part Number
8579325. For further information, please reference the
"Assistance or Service" section of the Use and Care Guide.
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
For a grounded, cord-connected dryer:
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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 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.
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

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