Maytag MDB8979SEZ - Manual (Page 20)

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Using pliers, squeeze open the small drain hose clamp and slide
onto connector between stops.
After hose is connected, remove towel.
Make Direct Wire Electrical Connection
NOTE: If the power cord was connected earlier, proceed to
“Secure Dishwasher in Cabinet Opening” section.
Option B, Direct Wire
Install a UL Listed/CSA Approved metallic strain relief. See the
“Tools and Parts” section at the front of the guide for part details
and orders.
Route cable so that it does not touch dishwasher motor or lower
part of dishwasher tub. Pull cable through UL Listed/CSA
Approved strain relief in terminal box.
Note: A maximum of two field wiring supply conductors (12 AWG
largest size) plus one grounding conductor are permitted in the
terminal box.