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Installation Instruction
Introduction
Read these installation instructions completely and
carefully. They will save you time and effort and help
to ensure optimum dryer performance. Be sure to
observe all listed warnings and cautions.
These installation instructions are intended for use by
qualified installers. In addition to these instructions the
dryer must be installed:
l In the United States, in accordance with the National
Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA70 – latest edition/State
and Municipal codes and/or local codes.
l In Canada, in accordance with the Canadian Electric
Code C22.1 – latest edition/Provincial and Municipal
codes and/or local codes.
Tools Needed for Installation
The following tools are needed for installation of this
dryer:
l Box cutter
l Flat blade screwdriver
l #2 Phillips head screwdriver
l Duct tape
l Caulking gun and compound
l Level
l Safety goggles
l Gloves
Parts Supplied for Installation
– Condensation water drain hose (WTL 5410 only)
– Stacking kit
Parts Needed for Installation
(Model WTA 3510 only!)
Four inch (approx. 100 mm) diameter metal exhaust
duct (rigid or flexible) of proper length and with elbows
and exhaust vent hood required to vent to outdoors.
Dryer Electrical Cord
The Bosch dryer comes with a 4-wire power supply cord
pre-installed. This cord fits a 4-wire receptacle as shown
in the upper section of Figure 11.
If your receptacle is a 3-wire receptacle, as shown in the
lower section of Figure 11, a 3-wire ‘‘Dryer Cord’’ must
be purchased locally. The 4-wire cord must then be
removed and the 3-wire cord installed in its place, as
instructed in following section.
When purchasing a 3-wire power supply cord make sure
the cord meets following requirements:
l U.L listed in the USA, CSA listed in Canada
l 240 volt rated (minimum)
l 30 ampere
l Type SRD or SRDT
l Five feet long (minimum)
4-wire receptacle
(14-30R)
Dryer shipped with cord to fit
this type 4-wire receptacle.
3-wire receptacle
(10-30R)
If you have 3-wire receptacle,
like this, a 3-wire dryer cord
must be purchased locally.
Figure 11.
Grounding Instructions
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 the electric current. This appliance is equipped with
a cord having 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.
d 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 dryer is properly grounded.