GE PFMN445 - Manual (Page 22)

Installation Instructions
CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC DRYER (skip for gas dryers)
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
INFORMATION FOR ELECTRIC DRYERS
WARNING –
To reduce the risk of
fire, electrical shock and personal injury:
• Do not use an extension cord or an adapter plug
with this appliance.
• The dryer must be electrically grounded in
accordance with local codes and ordinances
or, in the absence of local codes, in accordance
with the NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE,
ANSI/NFPA NO. 70.
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
WARNING
Before making the electrical connection, turn off
the circuit breaker(s) or remove the dryer’s circuit
fuse(s) at the electrical box. Be sure the dryer cord
is unplugged from the wall. NEVER LEAVE THE
ACCESS COVER OFF THE TERMINAL BLOCK.
rSlip-joint pliers
rFlat-blade screwdriver
rPhillips screwdriver
rLevel
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED
r4″ dia. metal elbow
r3/4″ strain relief
(UL recognized)
r4″ duct clamps (2) or
4″ spring clamps (2)
rSafety glasses
r4″ dia. metal duct
(recommended)
r4″ dia., UL-listed flexible
metal duct (if needed)
rGloves
rExhaust hood
rDuct tape
rDryer power cord kit
(not provided with dryer)
UL rated 120/240V, 30A
with 3 or 4 prongs. Identify
the plug type as per the
house receptacle before
purchasing line cord.
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