Maytag DV316LG Clothes Dryer User Manual


 
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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
NOTE: Wiring diagram is located on plate below the control panel.
WARNING –
Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check
with a quali ed electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether your dryer is properly
grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with your dryer – if it doesn’t t the outlet, have a proper
outlet installed by a quali ed electrician.
To prevent unnecessary risk of re, electrical shock, or personal injury, all wiring and grounding must be
done in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA No. 70-Latest Revision (for the U.S.) or the Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22.1 – Latest
Revisions and local codes and ordinances. It is your responsibility to provide adequate electrical services
for your dryer.
All gas installations must be done in accordance with the national Fuel Code ANSI/Z2231 – Lastest
Revision (for the U.S.) or CAN/CGA – B149 Installation Codes – Latest Revision (for Canada) and local
codes and ordinances.
GROUNDING
This dryer must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, the ground will reduce the risk of
electrical shock by providing a path of least resistance for electrical current.
GAS MODELS
Your dryer has a cord with 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.
Do not modify the plug provided with your dryer – if it doesn’t t the outlet, have a proper outlet installed
by a quali ed electrician.
NEVER CONNECT GROUND WIRE TO PLASTIC PLUMBING LINES, GAS LINES, OR HOT WATER
PIPES.
ELECTRIC MODELS
Your dryer has a cord with 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 power cord is not used and the electric dryer is to be permanently wired, the dryer must be connected
to a permanent grounded metal wiring system, or an equipment grounding conductor must be run with
the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment grounding terminal.