Grounding Instructions - GE DSKS433EBWW Installation Instructions

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION DETAILS
OBSERVE ALL GOVERNING CODES AND ORDINANCES
The operating voltage (Volts), Amperage (Amps) and Frequency
(Hz) of this dryer are indicated on the Rating Plate located to the
right of the loading port.
Connect this dryer to a circuit corresponding to that indicated on
rating plate and protected by fuses or a circuit breaker
in accordance with local codes.
Use a power supply cord kit marked for use with clothes dryer.
For 208V and 240V models, use a power supply cord kit marked for use
with clothes dryers.
DO NOT USE EXTENSION CORD WITH THIS APPLIANCE
For alternate 208V or 240V power supply hook-up, proceed as follows:
Remove rear access panel.
Connect supply wire leads to terminal block as shown on sketch below, depending on type of installation.
WARNING: Appliance grounded to neutral conductor through a link. If used in a mobile home or if local codes do not permit grounding through neutral, a
4-conductor cord or cable assembly for use with clothes dryers must be used with the following specifications: Type St. Cable, 125/250 Min Volt, 30 Amp
with closed-loop terminals and secured with a UL recognized strain relief. See manufacturer's instructions
Make sure screws on terminal block are tight.
FOR THREE-WIRE SUPPLY
(208V & 240V MODELS)
Connect two (2) HOT lines to outer screws (L1 and L2) of terminal block.
Connect Neutral line to center screw (N) of terminal block.
REAR
HOT WIRE
HOT WIRE
GREEN
GROUNDING
SCREW
GROUND
STRAP
L 1 N L 2
208V or 240V
FRONT
INSIDE TOP VIEW OF DRYER
FOR PERSONAL SAFETY, THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE
PROPERLY GROUNDED.
Properly strain relief the cord set or cable to the cable entry hole with
UL recognized strain relief.
Make sure cordset or the cable is away from the rotating drum.
Replace access panel.
Typical 30 amp receptacle for use where
local codes permit use of flexible type
power supply cord (pigtail).

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

POWER SUPPLY CORD 3#10
AWG MINIMUM COPPER
CONDUCTORS
30 AMP, 240V, WITH
TYPE UL RECOGNIZED
MINIMUM RATED 90°C
WHITE
NEUTRAL
WIRE
208 OR 240
VOLT OPERATION
120/208 OR 120/240
VOLT SUPPLY
(USE ONLY
30 AMP FUSES)
3 WIRE RECEPTACLE
(10-30R)
This appliance 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 electrical current.
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.
FOR FOUR-WIRE SUPPLY
(208V & 240V MODELS)
Remove ground strap and discard. Rescrew green grounding screw in
place.
Connect two (2) HOT lines to outer screws (L1 and L2) of terminal block.
Connect NEUTRAL line to center screw (N) of terminal block.
Attach ground wire of power supply to green grounding screw beside
terminal block.
REAR
GREEN OR YELLOW
GROUND WIRE
GREEN
GROUNDING
SCREW
HOT WIRE
L 1 N
208V or 240V
FRONT
FOR PERSONAL SAFETY, THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE
PROPERLY GROUNDED.
Properly strain relief the cord set or cable to the cable entry hole with
UL recognized strain relief.
Make sure cordset or the cable is away from the rotating drum.
Replace access panel.
X
G
W
Y
4-WIRE RECEPTACLE
(14-30R)
Typical 30 amp receptacle for use
where local codes permit use of
flexible type power
cord (pigtail).
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POWER SUPPLY CORD 4 #10
AWG MINIMUM COPPER
CONDUCTORS, 30 AMP, 240V,
WITH CLOSED-LOOP TERMINALS
TYPE UL RECOGNIZED MINIMUM
HOT WIRE
RATED 90°C.
WHITE
NEUTRAL
WIRE
REMOVE GROUND
L 2
STRAP AND DISCARD
208 OR 240
VOLT OPERATION
120/208 OR 120/240
VOLT SUPPLY
(USE ONLY
30 AMP FUSES)
4-CONDUCTOR CORD
ASSEMBLY ( Type ST Cable)
Typical 30 amp cord assembly for
use where local codes do not
supply permit grounding through
neutral.