Whirlpool LTE5243DQ User Manual
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3-Wire Direct Wire Connection
IMPORTANT: Use where local codes permit connecting
cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire.
A
D
2.
Connect neutral wire
Remove center terminal block screw (A). Place the hooked
end of the neutral wire (D) (white or center wire) of direct wire
cable under the center screw of terminal block (A) (hook facing
right). Squeeze hooked end together. Tighten screw
Direct wire cable must have 5 ft. (1.52 m) of
extra length so washer/dryer may be moved
if needed.
Strip 3
1
/
2
" (89 mm) of outer covering from
end of cable. Strip insulation back 1" (25 mm).
If using 3-wire cable with ground wire, cut bare
wire even with outer covering. Shape wire ends into hooks.
When connecting to the terminal block, place the hooked end
of the wire under the screw of the terminal block (hook facing
right), squeeze hooked end together and tighten screw
1"
(25 mm)
3½"
(89 mm)
1.
Prepare your 3-wire cable for
direct connection
1.
Connect neutral ground wire and
neutral wire
D
B
C
Remove center terminal block screw. Remove neutral ground
wire (B) from external ground conductor screw (C). Connect
neutral ground wire (B) and the neutral wire (D) (white or center
wire) of power supply cord/cable under center, terminal block
screw. Tighten screw.
Connect other wires
2.
Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws.
Tighten screws.
3. Tighten strain relief screws.
4. Connect a separate copper ground wire from the external
ground conductor screw to an adequate ground.
5. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear
panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw.
Optional 3-Wire Connection
IMPORTANT: You must verify with a qualified electrician that
this grounding method is acceptable before connecting.
Place the hooked ends of the other power supply cable wires
under the outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right).
Squeeze hooked ends together. Tighten screws.
3.
Connect other wires
4. Tighten strain relief screw.
5. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear
panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw.
6. You have completed your electrical connection. Now go
to “Venting Requirements.”