Electrical Connections - Bosch WTG86401UC Use And Care Manual / Installation Instructions

Electrical Connections

Power Cord
The attached power cord is a standard 4-wire dryer cord
and is UL approved and listed in the USA and Canada. It
meets the following requirements:
208-240 volt rated (minimum);
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30 amps;
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Type SRDT or DRT (UL 2158).
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NOTICE: If your specific installation requires a 3-wire
power cord follow the installation instructions for such in
the next section of this manual.
ALL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS AND CIRCUITS
WARNING
9
ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD
Do not pull on the power cord to unplug the
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dryer.
Protect the power cord from physical damage
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such as being twisted, kinked, pinched, or walked
on for example.
DO NOT use an extension cord or an adapter to
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connect the dryer to the power supply.
Make sure:
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The power cord fits into the outlet/receptacle.
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The home's internal power supply circuit wire size is
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sufficient and electrically grounded.
The outlet/receptacle used to power the dryer
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must be connected to an individual 30 amp
Branch Circuit.
Do not cut, remove or bypass the grounding
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prong on the power cord end.
Do not modify the plug provided with the
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appliance; if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper
outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
The power cord must only be replaced by a
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qualified technician or licensed electrician to help
avoid a fire/electric shock hazard.
Replacement power cords can be purchased
through our Customer Service department.
Use only a UL listed 30 amp power cord.
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Do not reuse old power cord.
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Do not make a sharp bend or crimp wiring or
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conductors at connections.
Use only a 4-wire/conductor power cord when
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the appliance is installed in a mobile home,
recreational vehicle, in a new branch-circuit
installation or where the local codes do not
permit grounding through the neutral.
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WARNING
9
ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD
To reduce the risk of electrical shock:
Only pull out the power cord by the plug end and
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never by the cord, as this could damage it.
Never touch or hold the plug end or power cord
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with wet hands.
Never unplug the plug end during operation.
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WARNING
9
ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding
conductor may result in electric shock. Have the
appliance checked by a qualified technician or
licensed electrician if you are in doubt as to whether
the dryer has been properly grounded.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
9
ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD
This appliance must be electrically 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 appliance is equipped with a cord that has 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.
If a ground fault circuit breaker is used, ensure it
has this symbol:
z
This symbol guarantees compliance with all current
regulations.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
Connecting a 3-wire power supply cord
WARNING
9
ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD
To reduce risk of fire, electric shock, serious injury,
or death follow the installation instructions below
carefully or have work done by an qualified
electrician.
The power cord must meet the following requirements:
208-240 volt rated (minimum);
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30 amps;
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Type SRDT or DRT (UL 2158).
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.