Maytag W10096984A Clothes Dryer User Manual


 
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
For a grounded, cord-connected dryer:
This dryer 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 electric current.
This dryer 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.
WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualied electrician or service representative
or personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the dryer is
properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with
the dryer: if it will not t the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualied electrician.
Install Leveling Legs
WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install dryer.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
ELECTRIC DRYER POWER
HOOKUP - CANADA ONLY
Electrical Requirements
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 4 prong outlet.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
It is your responsibility:
To contact a qualied electrical installer.
To be sure that the electrical connection is adequate
and in conformance with the Canadian Electrical Code,
C22.1-latest edition and all local codes. A copy of the
above codes standard may be obtained from: Canadian
Standards Association, 178 Rexdale Blvd., Toronto, ON
M9W 1R3 CANADA.
To supply the required 4 wire, single phase, 120/240 volt,
60 Hz., AC only electrical supply on a separate 30-amp
circuit, fused on both sides of the line. A time-delay fuse or
circuit breaker is recommended. Connect to an individual
branch circuit.
This dryer is equipped with a CSA International Certied
Power Cord intended to be plugged into a standard 14-30R
wall receptacle. The cord is 5 ft. (1.52 m) in length. Be sure
wall receptacle is within reach of dryer’s nal location.
4-wire receptacle (14-30R)
Do not use an extension cord.
If using a replacement power supply cord, it is recommended that
you use Power Supply Cord Replacement Part Number 8579325.
For further information, please reference the “Assistance or
Service” section of the “Dryer User Instructions.”
Prepare dryer for leveling legs
1.
To avoid damaging oor, use a large at piece of cardboard
from dryer carton; place under entire back edge of dryer.
Firmly grasp dryer body (not console panel) and gently lay
dryer down on cardboard.