Maytag MDE28PDCZW Installation Instructions Manual page 9

Direct Wire
Fire Hazard
Use 10 gauge copper wire.
Use a UL listed strain relief.
Disconnect power before making electrical connections.
Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to center
terminal.
Ground wire (green or bare wire) must be connected
to green ground connector.
Connect remaining 2 supply wires to remaining
2 terminals (gold).
Securely tighten all electrical connections.
Failure to do so can result in death, fire, or
electrical shock.
If connecting by direct wire:
Power supply cable must match power supply (4-wire or 3-wire)
and be:
Flexible armored cable or nonmetallic sheathed copper
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cable (with ground wire), covered with flexible metallic
conduit. All current-carrying wires must be insulated.
10-gauge solid copper wire (do not use aluminum).
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At least 5 ft (1.52 m) long.
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Electrical Requirements – Canada only
It is your responsibility:
To contact a qualified electrical installer.
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To be sure that the electrical connection is adequate
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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 V/240 V,
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60 Hz AC only electrical supply on a separate 30 A 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 CSA International
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Certified Power Cord intended to be plugged
into a standard 14R-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.
Do not use an extension cord.
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If you are using a replacement power supply cord, it is
recommended that you use Power Supply Cord Replacement
Part Number 9831317. For further information, please
reference the service numbers located in the "Assistance or
Service" section.
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
4-Wire
Receptacle
(14R-30R)
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