Electrical Requirements - Maytag 111990" Automatic Dryers Service Manual

connections for leaks using a soap sol-
ution. If bubbles occur, tighten con-
nections and recheck. DO NOT use an
open flame to check for gas leaks.
Note: As a courtesy, many local gas
utilities will inspect a gas appliance
installation. Check with your utility to
see if this service is provided in your
area.
GAS IGNITION
This dryer uses an automatic ignition
system to light the main burner when
the dryer is turned on.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
OBSERVE ALL NA TlONAL ELECTRICAL
CODES AND LOCAL CODES AND
ORDINANCES
ELECTRICAL SERVICE -- GAS MODELS
120 VOL TS, 60 HZ ONL Y
A 120 volt, 60 Hz, 15 ampere fused
electrical supply is required. An indi-
vidual branch (or separate) circuit
serving only this appliance is recom-
mended. DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION
CORD unless it meets all requirements
as outlined for grounding, polarizing
(3-wire) and capacity. Wire size should
\
be afleast No. 14.
BEFORE PLUGGING IN POWER
~ORD,
OPERATION, OR TESTING, follow
grounding instructions In Grounding
Section.
ED/GD401 1090
GROUNDING -- 120 VOLTS, 60 HZ
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Warning: To prevent unnecessary risk
of fire, electrical shock or personal
injury, all wiring and grounding must
be done in accordance with the
National Electrical Code and local
codes and ordinances. It is the per-
sonal responsibility and obligation of
the appliance owner to provide ade-
quate electrical service for this appli-
ance.
ELECTRICAL GROUND IS REQUIRED
ON THIS APPLIANCE
This appliance is equipped with a
power supply cord having a 3-prong
grounding plug. For your safety, this
cord must be plugged into a mating
3-prong type wall receptacle which is
properly Wired, grounded and
polarized.
If a mating wall receptacle is not avail-
able, contact a qualified electrician to
SECTION 4. PRE-INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS
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