Electrical connections, Notice, 9 warning – Bosch WTB86201UC User Manual

Page 13: Electric shock, To reduce the risk of electrical shock

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If installed in an upper floor of a multi-story building,

the dryer should be installed on a drained floor to

prevent water damage to lower floors in the event of a

leak.

Electrical Connections

Power Cord
The attached power cord is a standard 4-wire dryer cord

and is UL approved and listed in the USA and Canada. It

meets the following requirements:

208-240 volt rated (minimum);

30 amps;

Type SRDT or DRT (UL 2158A).

NOTICE: If your specific installation requires a 3-wire

power cord follow the installation instructions for such in

the next section of this manual.

ALL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS AND CIRCUITS

9

WARNING

ELECTRIC SHOCK

Do not pull on the power cord to unplug the

dryer.

Protect the power cord from physical damage

such as being twisted, kinked, pinched, or walked

on for example.

DO NOT use an extension cord or an adapter to

connect the dryer to the power supply.

Make sure:
- The power cord fits into the outlet/receptacle.
- The home’s internal power supply circuit wire

size is sufficient and electrically grounded.

The outlet/receptacle used to power the dryer

must be connected to an individual 30 amps

Branch Circuit.

Do not cut, remove or bypass the grounding

prong on the power cord end.

Do not modify the plug provided. If the plug will

not fit into the outlet/receptacle have it inspected

by a qualified electrician.

The power cord must only be replaced by a

qualified technician or licensed electrician to help

avoid a fire/electric shock hazard.

Replacement power cords are available through

our Customer Service department.

Use only a UL listed 30 amps power cord.

Do not reuse old power cord.

Do not make a sharp bend or crimp wiring or

conductors at connections.

Use only a 4-wire/conductor power cord when

the appliance is installed in a mobile home,

recreational vehicle, in a new branch-circuit

installations or where the local codes do not

permit grounding through the neutral.

9

WARNING

ELECTRIC SHOCK
To reduce the risk of electrical shock:

Only pull out the main cable by the plug and

never by the cable, as this could damage it.

Never touch or hold the main plug with wet

hands.

Never unplug the main plug during operation.

9

WARNING

ELECTRIC SHOCK
Improper connection of the ground may result in

electric shock. Have the appliance checked by a

qualified technician or licensed electrician if you are

in doubt as to whether the dryer has been properly

grounded.

Grounding Instructions
This appliance must be electrically 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 appliance is equipped with a cord that has 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.
If a ground fault circuit breaker is used, ensure it has this

symbol:

z

.

This symbol guarantees compliance with all current

regulations.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

Connecting a 3-wire power supply cord
The power cord must meet the following requirements:

208-240 volt rated (minimum);

30 amps;

Type SRDT or DRT (UL 2158A).

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