Kenmore 417.64182300 - Manual (Page 3)

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ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
Before proceeding with electrical installation, install the
dryer's coin-metering system (when used) in accordance
with the separate instructions provided with the meter.
ALL ELECTRIC Dryers
The following are specific requirements
for proper and safe electrical installation of your dryer.
Failure to follow these instructions can create electrical
shock and/or a fire hazard.
This appliance MUST be properly grounded. Electrical
shock can result if the dryer is not properly grounded. Follow
the instructions in this manual for proper grounding.
Do not use an extension cord with this dryer. Some
extension cords are not designed to withstand the amounts of
electrical current this dryer utilizes and can melt, creating
electrical shock and/or fire hazard. Locate the dryer within
reach of the receptacle for the length power cord to be
purchased, allowing some slack in the cord. Refer to the pre-
installation requirements in this manual for the proper power
cord to be purchased.
A U.L. listed strain relief must be installed onto power
cord. If the strain relief is not attached, the cord can be pulled
out of the dryer and can be cut by any movement of the cord,
resulting in electrical shock.
Do not use an aluminum wired receptacle with a copper
wired power cord and plug (or vice versa). A chemical reaction
occurs between copper and aluminum and can cause electrical
shorts. The proper wiring and receptacle is a copper
wired power cord with a copper wired receptacle.
NOTE: Dryers operating on 208 volt power supply will have
longer drying times than operating on 240 volt power supply.
For a permanently connected dryer:
1. The dryer MUST be connected to a grounded metal,
permanent wiring system; or an equipment grounding con-
ductor must be run with the circuit conductors and
connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead on
the appliance.
ALL GAS Dryers
This dryer is equipped with a three-prong (grounding) plug for
your protection against shock hazard and should be plugged
directly into a properly grounded three-prong receptacle. Do
not cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug.
GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS
ELECTRIC Dryer
DANGER
Improper connection of the equipment
grounding conductor can result in a risk of electrical shock.
Check with a licensed electrician if you are in doubt as to
whether the appliance is properly grounded.
For a grounded, cord-connected dryer:
1. The dryer MUST be grounded. In the event of a malfunction
or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electrical
shock by a path of least resistance for electrical current.
2. If your dryer is equipped with a power supply cord having
an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug,
the plug MUST be plugged into an appropriate, copper wired
receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances. If in doubt,
call a licensed electrician.