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a. Gas Model Dryers ONLY

1) 3-Phase (3

ø

) Wiring Connection and Hookup

For gas dryers manufactured for operation at 3-phase (3

ø

),

the electrical connections are made at the power distribution

block located in the service box at the rear, upper left corner

of the dryer. The ground connection is made to the copper lug

also provided in this box. To gain access to the service box

and contactor, the service box cover must be removed

5. 3-Phase (3ø) Wiring Connections and Hookup

The only electrical input connections to the dryer are the 3-phase (3ø) power leads (L1, L2, L3, and some

times Neutral) and ground. Single-phase (1ø) the dryer. No single-phase (1ø) input connection is required on

a 3-phase (3ø) dryer.

IMPORTANT: A CIRCUIT SERVING EACH DRYER MUST BE PROVIDED.

Providing local codes permit, power to a gas dryer can be made by the use of a flexible U.L.

listed power cord or pigtail (wire size must conform to rating of dryer), or the dryer can be hard wired

directly to the service breaker panel. In ALL cases, a strain relief must be installed where the wiring

enters the dryer and service box area.

CAUTION: The dryer must be grounded. A ground lug has been provided for this purpose.

IMPORTANT: A CIRCUIT SERVING EACH DRYER MUST BE PROVIDED.