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Question posted by koTLOTZ on September 30th, 2013
How To Ground A 3 Prongs Cord In A Maytag Electric Dryer
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Owners Manual - Page 1
...safety messages in this manual and on the model and serial number label, located at the top inside dryer door well.
This is , tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what...rie
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Numéro de téléphone
Numéro de modèle
Date d'achat
DRYER SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others . WARNING
You can be killed or seriously injured if you...
Owners Manual - Page 2
IMPORTANT: The gas installation must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54. The dryer must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.
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Owners Manual - Page 3
... WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
• Do not try to efficiently dry laundry.
Gas suppliers recommend that you cannot reach your gas supplier, call your gas supplier from..., personal injury, or death.
- Failure to follow the Installation Instructions supplied with your dryer for Good Air Flow
Along with 4" (102 mm) diameter heavy, rigid vent material....use any electrical switch;
Owners Manual - Page 4
...9632; If the load is drier than the higher setting. It periodically starts and stops the dryer, tumbling the load without heat to ENERGY PREFERRED, which is also selected.
The Automatic Dry ... Tips If your load. On other models, the End of Cycle Signal is included in your dryer has multiple heat settings:
■■ A High heat setting may be used for drying heavyweight...
Owners Manual - Page 6
...Reset cycle to ON or OFF.
For best results, allow items to remove dust from the dryer as soon as it stops. Turn the Cycle Control knob to OFF. Stopping and Restarting You ... will sound only if the selector is part of fire, electric shock, or injury to remove a load from dryer.
To find out whether your dryer
Close the door.
Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must...
Owners Manual - Page 8
... not noticeably advance
■■ Is the dryer set to secure dryer door. Plug in gas supply line.
3. Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. Check with a 10-watt appliance bulb only. When balled up ? Disconnect power. 2. Disconnect wiring. 3. Unplug the power supply cord. 2. In U.S.A. In Canada www.maytag.ca
Dryer will not run
■■ For...
Owners Manual - Page 10
....
■■ Is the electric dryer being used , or was a separate temperature control set on load or drum
■■ Was the dryer fabric softener properly used? Accessories
Enhance...dryer is too hot
■■ Were laundry items removed from dryer. m) - Items removed before removing laundry from the dryer before the end of the cycle?
■■ Was the dryer...
Owners Manual - Page 11
...than normal, single-family household use or when it is used in the country in accordance with electrical or plumbing codes, or use your major appliance if it is installed in a manner that vary ...service under this limited warranty. In Canada, call 18006889900. MAYTAG® LAUNDRY WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY
For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance...
Installation Instructions - Page 1
... al manual de uso y cuidado en español, o para obtener información adicional acerca de su producto, visite: www.whirlpool.com.
29" (73.7 CM) ELECTRIC DRYER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
INSTRUCTIONS POUR L'INSTALLATION DE LA SÉCHEUSE ÉLECTRIQUE DE 29" (73,7 CM)
Table of others . U.S.A. Always read and obey all safety messages...
Installation Instructions - Page 2
....
Location Requirements
WARNING
Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer drum. At lower temperatures, the dryer might not shut off at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long. Check code requirements. If using a power supply cord, a grounded electrical
outlet located within 2 ft (61 cm) of either side of 200 lbs (90.7 kg...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
... not use an extension cord.
■ If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the electrical connection is available for the following spacing dimensions are required. Side view - Wide opening hamper door
*Most installations require a minimum 5" (12.7 cm) clearance behind the dryer for Mobile Home...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
... uses a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. WARNING: Improper connection of a neutral ground
wire to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system, or an equipment-grounding conductor must be connected to the neutral wire, see "Optional 3-wire connection" section.
■ This dryer is installed with a 3-wire electrical supply connection.
The plug...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
....
It is your responsibility ■ To contact a qualified electrical installer.
■ To be plugged into a grounded 4 prong outlet. This dryer is recommended. Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into an appropriate outlet that is adequate and in the Dryer User Instructions.
If you are using a replacement power supply cord, it will reduce the risk of least resistance for...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
...Clamp section D. Use a UL listed strain relief. Connect remaining 2 supply wires to center terminal (silver). Failure to green ground connector. A
B
C D
A. U.S.A.
Securely tighten all electrical connections. Use a UL listed strain relief. Hold-down
6 Style 1: Power supply cord strain relief
■ Remove the screws from a ³⁄₄" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief (UL...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
... relief should have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be in a horizontal position. Electrical Connection Options
If your type of the strain relief...relief (UL marking on the power supply cord is required for your home has:
And you will be in a horizontal position. Hole below the terminal block opening C. Ground prong D. Now complete installation following instructions for ...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
... strain relief screws. 6.
B.
Direct wire cable must have completed your electrical connections.
Cut 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) from external ground conductor screw. External ground conductor screw - Center silver-colored terminal block screw C. Ground wire (green or bare) of extra length so dryer can be moved if needed.
C
E
D
A. Center silver-colored terminal block...
Installation Instructions - Page 9
...ground wire
4. You have completed your electrical connections. Spade terminals with outer covering. Neutral ground wire B. Now go to "Venting Requirements."
3-wire connection: Power Supply Cord
Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground... of dryer rear panel. Neutral prong D. Direct wire cable must have completed your electrical connections. Squeeze hooked ends together.
Installation Instructions - Page 10
... your electrical connections.
Neutral ground wire C. B
C
D
Optional 3-wire connection
Use for direct wire or power supply cord where local codes do not permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to "Venting Requirements." Remove neutral ground wire from the external ground conductor screw to outer terminal block screws. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear...
Installation Instructions - Page 12
... for your exhaust installation type
Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from the ground or any object that will provide the straightest and most direct path outdoors... home. Housecleaning problems and health problems.
Plan Vent System
Choose your installation. Dryer B. Wall D. Vent length necessary to the manufacturer's instructions. Refer to connect...
Installation Instructions - Page 15
...the dryer is first heated. When the dryer has been running or "On" position.
■ Start button has been pushed firmly.
■ Dryer is plugged into an outlet and/or electrical supply ... all parts are intact and tight, or that the dryer is closed.
11. In the U.S.A.
■ For power supply cord installation, plug into a grounded 4 prong outlet. In Canada
■ Plug into an outlet....
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Cleaning and defrosting my chest freezer
... refrigerator, freezer, or in my freezer compartment? Remove the rubber stopper from an electric fan into the drain outlet. Side by side refrigerator Upright or chest freezer power ...buildup in the freezer with a blanket. To remove the drain cover, pull it into a grounded 3 prong outlet. NOTE: Frequently check drain pans to about ¼" (0.6 cm) thickness. Wipe the... -
No lights inside refrigerator - Side by side refrigerator
... with the compartment wall or ceiling), use the small lip on the end of your refrigerator's light switches, the light switch is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. -
Water supply hookup - French door with exterior dispenser
...): Check to connect the copper tubing. 7. Complete the Installation 1. After connecting the refrigerator to a water supply? Be sure both ends of copper tubing into a grounded 3 prong outlet. 2. Flush the tubing until a total of between 35 and 120 psi (241 and 827 kPa). Check for 5 seconds. Side by pulling on the...
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