a WARNING
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.
• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
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RS3200001 (502992R3)
77.Grounding Instructions
• The dryer must be 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. The dryer is
equipped with a cord having an equipment-
grounding conductor and a three-prong 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.
Figure 60
a WARNING
Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in a risk
of electric shock. Check with a
qualified electrician or serviceman if
you are in doubt as to whether the dryer
is properly grounded.
• DO NOT modify the plug provided with the dryer
- if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.
• If a positive ground cannot be established through
the power cord and if local code permits its
use, connect an external ground wire (18 gauge
minimum, available at your local hardware store).
Connect one end of the wire under the ground
screw (located at the rear of the dryer) and the
other end to a known effective electrical ground.
• If your home’s electrical supply does not meet the
above specifications and/or if you are not sure
your home has an effective ground, have a
qualified electrician or your local electrical utility
company check it and correct any problems.
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