Electric Dryer Installation Instructions Table of Contents DRYER SAFETY ....cccccccccteeceeeeeceeeeseceeeeneeeeecceneesecaeteseeeeeeteenseeaeats 2 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS. ..........:cs:cscccessssssececeeseessneeeeeene 3 Tools and Parts ...ccccccssecseceseseneececeesenuececeseensanaeeeeeesenaeneeeesenuans 3 Location Requirement .......cccccccscsssssssssssssssssscsessssssssseeceenses 4 Electrical REQUIPEMONS .......cccccescsssssssessensssssssscssssscssseeceenees 6 Install Leveling LOOS ....
DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER?” or “WARNING.
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS TOOLS AND PARTS Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Parts supplied (ail models): Tools needed: =p—= Flat-blade screwdriver C= #2 Phillips screwdriver Leveling legs (4) Parts supplied (steam models): Wire stripper (direct wire installations) ny | | SS Tin snips (new vent installations) “Y¥” connector Short inlet hose eS 1/4" nut driver (recommended) Vent clamps Long inlet hose = IN. Parts package is located in dryer drum.
LOCATION REQUIREMENTS AWARNING DRYER DIMENSIONS Front view: Explosion Hazard ~ eo ee6inmy on Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer. Place dryer at least 18 inches (460 mm) above the floor for a garage installation. nn Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire. You will need: A location allowing for proper exhaust installation. 1" (25 mm) See “Venting Requirements.” @ A separate 30 amp circuit.
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Closet Installation (stacked washer and dryer): ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS It is your responsibility: (182 my eg To contact a qualified electrical installer. To be sure that the electrical connection is adequate and in conformance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 — latest edition and all local codes and ordinances.
lf your outlet looks like this: 4-wire receptacle (14-30R) Then choose a 4-wire power supply cord with ring or spade terminals and UL listed strain relief. The 4-wire power supply cord, at least 4 ft. (1.22 m) long, must have 4 10-gauge solid copper wires and match a 4-wire receptacle of NEMA Type 14-30 R. The ground wire (ground conductor) may be either green or bare. The —_ neutral conductor must be identified by a white cover.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION Power Supply Cord Direct Wire A WARNING A WARNING Gh Gh 6 6 Fire Hazard Fire Hazard Use a new UL listed 30 amp power supply cord. Use 10 gauge copper wire. Use a UL listed strain relief. Use a UL listed strain relief. Disconnect power before making electrical connections. Disconnect power before making electrical connections. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to center terminal (silver).
POWER SUPPLY CORD CONNECTION 4-WIRE POWER SUPPLY CORD CONNECTION Power supply cord strain relief: IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for moble homes and where local codes co not permit the use of 3-wire connections. a 1. Attach power supply cord strain relief Remove the screws from a 3/4" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief (UL marking on strain relief).
(a (3. Connect ground wire Connect ground wire (F) (green or bare) of power supply cord to external ground conductor screw (A). Tighten screw. 1 » Remove center screw Remove center terminal block screw (B). le (Cy 7 2. 4. Connect remaining wires Connect re Tighten screws. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw. Now, go to “Venting Requirements.
DIRECT WIRE CONNECTION Direct wire strain relief ( 1 » Attach direct wire strain relief 4-WIRE DIRECT WIRE CONNECTION IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes and where local codes do not permit 3-wire connections. 7 1. Prepare your 4-wire cable for direct connection 3h fo LOC es Unscrew the removable conduit connector (A) and any screws from a 3/4" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief (UL marking on strain relief).
(y 4. Connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire 3-WIRE DIRECT WIRE CONNECTION Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire. {a 1. Prepare your 3-wire cable for direct connection i Connect neutral ground wire (E) and place hooked end (hook facing right) of neutral wire (white or center wire) (C) of direct wire cable under center screw of terminal biock (B). Squeeze hooked ends together and tighten screw. (¢ 5.
l¢ (, 4. Connect 2. neutral wire Place hooked end of neutral wire (white or center) (C) of direct wire cable under center terminal block screw (B). Squeeze hooked end together. Tighten screw. lr . . 5. Connect remaining wires Connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire Connect neutral ground wire (E) and neutral wire (white or center wire) (C) of power supply cord or cable under center terminal block screw (B). Tighten screw. (9 3.
VENTING VENTING REQUIREMENTS Exhaust hoods: @ Must be at least 12" (805 mm) from ground or any object that may obstruct exhaust (such as flowers, rocks, bushes, or snow). Recommended Styles: Gh) é Fire Hazard Louvered Hood Use a heavy meial vent. Box Hood Acceptable Style: Do not use a plastic vent. Do not use a metal foil vent. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.
Optional exhaust installations: PLAN VENT SYSTEM Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer. Other installations are possible. Gh) é L7 Fire Hazard Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use a plastic vent. Do not use a metal foil vent. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire. Alternate installations for close clearances Venting systems come in many varieties. Select the type best for your installation.
Determine vent path: @ Select route that will provide straightest and most direct path outdoors. @ Plan installation to use fewest number of elbows and turns. @ When using elbows or making turns, allow as much INSTALL VENT SYSTEM 1 « Install exhaust room hood | 72" min. as possible. (305 mm) @ Bend vent gradually to avoid kinking. @ Use as few 90° turns as possible.
CONNECT INLET HOSES f 4. For non-steam models, skip to “Connect Vent” on page 18. The dryer must be connected to the cold water faucet using the new inlet hoses. Do not use old hoses. (4. Attach long hose to “Y” connector and tighten couplings Turn cold water off, remove and replace rubber washer oo Gs (ry Check and see if rubber washer is in the “Y” connector. Remove old rubber washer from inlet hose and replace with new rubber washer provided. (9 Attach short hose and “Y” connector NOTE: (5.
(6. Turn on cold water faucet (~ 2. Move dryer to final location Move dryer to final location. Avoid crushing or kinking vent. After dryer is in place, remove cardboard from under dryer. LEVEL DRYER (— “4 1. Level Dryer 0 Place level here Check for leaks around “Y” connector, faucets, and hoses. CONNECT VENT (a 1 » Gonnect vent to exhaust outlet U NOTE: The dryer must be level for the moisture sensing system to operate correctly. =~ E) KC Check levelness of dryer from side to side.
(¢2. Adjust leveling legs (_] Select a Time Dry heated cycle, and start dryer. Do not select Air Only Temperature setting. lf dryer wiil not start, check the following: e Controls are set in a running or “On” position. e Start button has been pushed firmly. e Dryer is plugged into an outlet and/or electrical supply. e Household fuse is intact and tight, or circuit breaker has not tripped. e Dryer door is closed.
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