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BRAVOSTM FABRIC CARE SYSTEM ELECTRIC DRYER
USE & CARE GUIDE
SECADORA ELÉCTRICA BRAVOSTM CON SISTEMA DE
CUIDADO DE LA TELAS
MANUAL DE USO Y CUIDADO
SÉCHEUSE ÉLECTRIQUE BRAVOSTM AVEC SYSTÈME DE
SOIN DES TISSUS
GUIDE D’UTILISATION ET D’ENTRETIEN
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2
◆ TABLE OF CONTENTS ◆
DRYER SAFETY .....................................................................3
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ........................................4
TOOLS AND PARTS..........................................................4
LOCATION REQUIREMENTS ...........................................4
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS - U.S.A. ONLY...................5
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS - CANADA ONLY.............7
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION - U.S.A. ONLY.....................8
VENTING REQUIREMENTS.............................................14
PLAN VENT SYSTEM .......................................................16
INSTALL VENT SYSTEM...................................................17
INSTALL LEVELING LEGS................................................17
CONNECT VENT.............................................................18
LEVEL DRYER...................................................................18
REVERSE DOOR SWING.................................................18
COMPLETE INSTALLATION............................................20
DRYER USE .........................................................................21
STARTING YOUR DRYER................................................21
STOPPING, PAUSING OR RESTARTING ........................22
DRYING AND CYCLE TIPS..............................................22
STATUS LIG TS ..............................................................23
CYCLES ............................................................................23
MODIFIERS......................................................................24
OPTIONS.........................................................................25
END OF CYCLE SIGNAL..................................................25
C ANGING CYCLES, MODIFIERS AND OPTIONS........25
DRYING RACK OPTION .................................................26
DRYER CARE ......................................................................27
CLEANING T E DRYER LOCATION...............................27
CLEANING T E LINT SCREEN........................................27
CLEANING T E DRYER INTERIOR .................................28
REMOVING ACCUMULATED LINT................................28
VACATION AND MOVING CARE ..................................28
C ANGING T E DRUM LIG T.....................................28
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................29
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ..................................................31
WARRANTY .......................................................................32
◆ ÍNDICE ◆
SEGURIDAD DE LA SECADORA ....................................... 33
INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACIÓN ............................... 34
ERRAMIENTAS Y PIEZAS.............................................. 34
REQUISITOS DE UBICACIÓN ....................................... 35
REQUISITOS ELÉCTRICOS - SÓLO EN EE. UU............... 36
CONEXIÓN ELÉCTRICA - SÓLO EN EE. UU................... 38
REQUISITOS DE VENTILACIÓN..................................... 44
PLANIFICACIÓN DEL SISTEMA DE VENTILACIÓN ....... 46
INSTALACIÓN DEL SISTEMA DE VENTILACIÓN........... 47
INSTALACIÓN DE LAS PATAS NIVELADORAS.............. 48
CONEXIÓN DEL DUCTO DE ESCAPE............................ 48
NIVELACIÓN DE LA SECADORA ................................... 48
CÓMO INVERTIR EL CIERRE DE LA PUERTA................. 49
COMPLETE LA INSTALACIÓN........................................ 51
USO DE LA SECADORA .................................................... 51
PUESTA EN MARC A DE LA SECADORA ..................... 52
CÓMO DETENER, PAUSAR Y VOLVER A PONER
EN MARC A................................................................... 53
SUGERENCIAS DE CICLOS Y SECADO.......................... 53
LUCES DE ESTADO......................................................... 54
CICLOS ........................................................................... 54
MODIFICADORES .......................................................... 55
OPCIONES...................................................................... 56
SEÑAL DE FIN DE CICLO ............................................... 57
CAMBIO DE CICLOS, MODIFICADORES Y
OPCIONES...................................................................... 57
OPCIÓN DE ESTANTE DE SECADO............................... 58
CUIDADO DE LA SECADORA .......................................... 59
LIMPIEZA DEL LUGAR DONDE ESTÁ LA SECADORA... 59
LIMPIEZA DEL FILTRO DE PELUSA ................................ 59
LIMPIEZA DEL INTERIOR DE LA SECADORA ................ 59
ELIMINACIÓN DE PELUSA ACUMULADA .................... 60
CUIDADO DURANTE LAS VACACIONES
Y MUDANZAS................................................................ 60
CAMBIO DE LA LUZ DEL TAMBOR............................... 60
SOLUCIÓN DE PROBLE AS ............................................ 61
AYUDA O SERVICIO TÉCNICO ........................................ 63
GARANTÍA ........................................................................ 64
◆ TABLE DES ATIÈRES ◆
SÉCURITÉ DE LA SÉCHEUSE ..............................................65
INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION ..................................66
OUTILLAGE ET PIÈCES....................................................66
EXIGENCES D’EMPLACEMENT .......................................67
SPÉCIFICATIONS ÉLECTRIQUES - POUR LE CANADA
SEULEMENT ....................................................................68
EXIGENCES CONCERNANT L'ÉVACUATION ................69
PLANIFICATION DU SYSTÈME D’ÉVACUATION...........70
INSTALLATION DU SYSTÈME D’ÉVACUATION ............72
INSTALLATION DES PIEDS DE NIVELLEMENT...............72
RACCORDEMENT DU CONDUIT D’ÉVACUATION...... 72
RÉGLAGE DE L'APLOMB DE LA SÉC EUSE...................72
INVERSION DU SENS D'OUVERTURE DE LA PORTE....73
AC EVER L'INSTALLATION ...........................................75
UTILISATION DE LA SÉCHEUSE .......................................75
MISE EN MARC E DE LA SÉC EUSE .............................76
ARRÊT, PAUSE OU REMISE EN MARC E.......................77
CONSEILS POUR LE SÉC AGE ET LES
PROGRAMMES ...............................................................77
TÉMOINS LUMINEUX.....................................................78
PROGRAMMES ...............................................................78
MODIFICATEURS............................................................79
OPTIONS.........................................................................80
SIGNAL DE FIN DE PROGRAMME .................................80
C ANGEMENT DES PROGRAMMES, MODIFICATEURS
ET OPTIONS....................................................................81
OPTION DE GRILLE DE SÉC AGE .................................81
ENTRETIEN DE LA SÉCHEUSE ...........................................82
NETTOYAGE DE L'EMPLACEMENT DE LA SÉC EUSE...82
NETTOYAGE DU FILTRE À C ARPIE .............................82
NETTOYAGE DE L’INTÉRIEUR DE LA SÉC EUSE...........83
RETRAIT DE LA C ARPIE ACCUMULÉE.........................83
PRÉCAUTIONS À PRENDRE POUR LES VACANCES
ET AVANT UN DÉMÉNAGEMENT..................................83
C ANGEMENT DE L’AMPOULE D’ÉCLAIRAGE
DU TAMBOUR................................................................83
DÉPANNAGE .....................................................................84
ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE .................................................86
GARANTIE .........................................................................87
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◆ DRYER SAFETY ◆
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety
messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.”
These words mean:
follow instructions.
instructions.
DANGER
WARNING
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the dryer, follow basic precautions,
including the following:
WARNING:
■
Read all instructions before using the dryer.
■
Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer.
Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to
a chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire.
■
Do not dry articles that have been previously cleaned in,
washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-
cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive
substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or
explode.
■
Do not allow children to play on or in the dryer. Close
supervision of children is necessary when the dryer is
used near children.
■
Before the dryer is removed from service or discarded,
remove the door to the drying compartment.
■
Do not reach into the dryer if the drum is moving.
■
Do not repair or replace any part of the dryer or attempt
any servicing unless specifically recommended in this
Use and Care Guide or in published user-repair
instructions that you understand and have the skills to
carry out.
■
Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static
unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric
softener or product.
■
Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or
similarly textured rubber-like materials.
■
Clean lint screen before or after each load.
■
Keep area around the exhaust opening and adjacent
surrounding areas free from the accumulation of lint, dust,
and dirt.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
■
The interior of the dryer and exhaust vent should be
cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel.
■
Do not install or store the dryer where it will be exposed
to the weather.
■
Do not tamper with controls.
■
See installation instructions for grounding requirements.
4
◆ INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ◆
TOOLS AND PARTS
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the
instructions provided with any tools listed here.
Parts supplied:
Remove parts package from dryer drum. Check that all parts were included.
4 leveling legs
Parts needed:
Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply and venting and see “Electrical
Requirements” and “Venting Requirements” before purchasing parts.
Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system hardware available for purchase from
the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer. For information on ordering, please refer to
the “Assistance or Service” section of this manual. You may also contact the dealer from
whom you purchased your dryer.
LOCATION REQUIRE ENTS
You will need
■A location that allows for proper exhaust installation. See “Venting Requirements.”
■A separate 30-amp circuit.
■If you are using a power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft
(61 cm) of either side of the dryer. See “Electrical Requirements.”
■A sturdy floor to support the total weight (dryer and load) of 200 lbs (90.7 kg). The
combined weight of a companion appliance should also be considered.
■A level floor with a maximum slope of 1" (2.5 cm) under entire dryer.
Do not operate your dryer at temperatures below 45ºF (7ºC). At lower temperatures, the dryer
might not shut off at the end of an automatic cycle. Drying times can be extended.
The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will be exposed to water and/or
weather.
Check code requirements. Some codes limit, or do not permit, installation of the dryer in
garages, closets, mobile homes or sleeping quarters. Contact your local building inspector.
■Flat-blade screwdriver
■#2 Phillips screwdriver
■Adjustable wrench that
opens to 1" (2.5 cm) or
hex-head socket wrench
(for adjusting dryer feet)
■Wire stripper (direct wire
installations)
■Tin snips (new vent
installations)
■Level
■Vent clamps
■Caulking gun and
compound (for installing
new exhaust vent)
■Tape measure
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from dryer.
Place dryer at least 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor
for a garage installation.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
5
Installation Clearances
The location must be large enough to allow the dryer door to open fully.
Dryer Dimensions
*Most installations require a minimum 5" (12.7 cm) clearance behind the dryer for the
exhaust vent with elbow. See “Venting Requirements.”
Installation spacing for recessed area or closet installation
The following spacing dimensions are recommended for this dryer. This dryer has been tested
for spacing of 0" (0 cm) clearance on the sides and rear. Recommended spacing should be
considered for the following reasons:
■Additional spacing should be considered for ease of installation and servicing.
■Additional clearances might be required for wall, door and floor moldings.
■Additional spacing should be considered on all sides of the dryer to reduce noise transfer.
■For closet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation openings in the top and bottom
of the door are required. Louvered doors with equivalent ventilation openings are
acceptable.
■Companion appliance spacing should also be considered.
■Additional spacing is required if you exhaust out the rear of the dryer to either the right or
left side.
*Required spacing
obile home - Additional installation requirements
This dryer is suitable for mobile home installations. The installation must conform to the
Manufactured ome Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (formerly the
Federal Standard for Mobile ome Construction and Safety, Title 24, UD Part 280) or
Standard CAN/CSA-Z240 M .
obile home installations require:
■Metal exhaust system hardware, which is available for purchase from your dealer.
■Special provisions must be made in mobile homes to introduce outside air into the dryer.
The opening (such as a nearby window) should be at least twice as large as the dryer
exhaust opening.
ELECTRICAL REQUIRE ENTS - U.S.A. ONLY
It is your responsibility
■To contact a qualified electrical installer.
■To be sure that the electrical connection is adequate and in conformance with the
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70-latest edition and all local codes and
ordinances.
The National Electric Code requires a 4-wire power supply connection for homes built
after 1996, dryer circuits involved in remodeling after 1996, and all mobile home
installations.
A copy of the above code standards can be obtained from: National Fire Protection
Association, One Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269.
■To supply the required 3 or 4 wire, single phase, 120/240 volt, 60 z., AC only electrical
supply (or 3 or 4 wire, 120/208 volt electrical supply, if specified on the serial/rating plate)
on a separate 30-amp circuit, fused on both sides of the line. A time-delay fuse or circuit
breaker is recommended. Connect to an individual branch circuit. Do not have a fuse in
the neutral or grounding circuit.
■Do not use an extension cord.
■If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is recommended that a qualified
electrician determine that the ground path is adequate.
Electrical Connection
To properly install your dryer, you must determine the type of electrical connection you will
be using and follow the instructions provided for it here.
■This dryer is manufactured ready to install with a 3-wire electrical supply connection. The
neutral ground conductor is permanently connected to the neutral conductor (white wire)
within the dryer. If the dryer is installed with a 4-wire electrical supply connection, the
neutral ground conductor must be removed from the external ground connector (green
screw), and secured under the neutral terminal (center or white wire) of the terminal
block. When the neutral ground conductor is secured under the neutral terminal (center
or white wire) of the terminal block, the dryer cabinet is isolated from the neutral
conductor.
■If local codes do not permit the connection of a neutral ground wire to the neutral wire,
see “Optional 3-wire connection” in “Electrical Connection - U.S.A. Only” section.
A. Recessed area
B. Side view - closet or confined area
C. Closet door with vents
43½"
(110.5 cm)
*29¼"
(74.3 cm)
22¼"
(56.5 cm)
29"
(73.7 cm)
ABC
18"*
(45.7 cm)
1"
(2.5 cm)
29"
(73.7 cm) 1"
(2.5 cm)
1"*
(2.5 cm)
14" max.*
(35.6
cm)
29¼"
(74.3 cm) 5"
(12.7 cm)
48 in. *
(310 cm )
2
2
24 in. *
(155 cm )
2
2
3"*
(7.6 cm)
3"*
(7.6 cm)
6
■A 4-wire power supply connection must be used when the appliance is installed in a
location where grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited. Grounding
through the neutral is prohibited for (1) new branch-circuit installations, (2) mobile
homes, (3) recreational vehicles, and (4) areas where local codes prohibit grounding
through the neutral conductors.
If using a power supply cord:
Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use with clothes dryers. The kit should
contain:
■A UL listed 30-amp power supply cord, rated 120/240 volt minimum. The cord should be
type SRD or SRDT and be at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long. The wires that connect to the dryer
must end in ring terminals or spade terminals with upturned ends.
■A UL listed strain relief.
If your outlet looks like this:
4-wire receptacle (14-30R)
Then choose a 4-wire power supply cord with ring or spade terminals and UL listed strain
relief. The 4-wire power supply cord, at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long, must have four 10-gauge
copper wires and match a 4-wire receptacle of NEMA Type 14-30R. The ground wire (ground
conductor) may be either green or bare. The neutral conductor must be identified by a white
cover.
If your outlet looks like this:
3-wire receptacle (10-30R)
Then choose a 3-wire power supply cord with ring or spade terminals and UL listed strain
relief. The 3-wire power supply cord, at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long, must have three 10-gauge
copper wires and match a 3-wire receptacle of NEMA Type 10-30R.
If connecting by direct wire:
Power supply cable must match power supply (4-wire or 3-wire) and be:
■Flexible armored cable or nonmetallic sheathed copper cable (with ground wire),
protected with flexible metallic conduit. All current-carrying wires must be insulated.
■10-gauge solid copper wire (do not use aluminum).
■At least 5 ft (1.52 m) long.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
■
For a grounded, cord-connected dryer:
This 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.
This dryer uses a cord having 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.
■
For a permanently connected dryer:
This dryer must be connected to a grounded metal,
permanent wiring system, or an equipment-grounding
conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and
connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead on
the dryer.
WARNING:
Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician or service representative
or personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the dryer is
properly grounded. Do not modify the plug on the power
supply cord: if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.
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ELECTRICAL REQUIRE ENTS - CANADA ONLY
It is your responsibility
■To contact a qualified electrical installer.
■To be sure that the electrical connection is adequate and in conformance with the
Canadian Electrical Code, C22.1-latest edition and all local codes. A copy of the above
codes standard may be obtained from: Canadian Standards Association, 178 Rexdale
Blvd., Toronto, ON M9W 1R3 CANADA.
■To supply the required 4 wire, single phase, 120/240 volt, 60 z., AC only electrical
supply on a separate 30-amp circuit, fused on both sides of the line. A time-delay fuse or
circuit breaker is recommended. Connect to an individual branch circuit.
■This dryer is equipped with a CSA International Certified Power Cord intended to be
plugged into a standard 14-30R wall receptacle. The cord is 5 ft (1.52 m) in length. Be
sure wall receptacle is within reach of dryer’s final location.
4-wire receptacle 14-30R
■Do not use an extension cord.
If you are using a replacement power supply cord, it is recommended that you use Power
Supply Cord Replacement Part Number 3394208. For further information, please reference
the service numbers located in the “Assistance or Service” section of this manual
.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 4 prong outlet.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
■ For a grounded, cord-connected dryer:
This 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.
This dryer is equipped with a cord having 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.
WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician or service representative
or personnel 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.
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION - U.S.A. ONLY
1. Disconnect power.
2. Remove the hold-down screw and terminal block cover.
Power Supply Cord Direct Wire
WARNING
Fire Hazard
Use a new UL listed 30 amp power supply cord.
Use a UL listed strain relief.
Disconnect power before making electrical connections.
Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to center
terminal (silver).
Ground wire (green or bare wire) must be connected to
green ground connector.
Connect remaining 2 supply wires to remaining
2 terminals (gold).
Securely tighten all electrical connections.
Failure to do so can result in death, fire, or
electrical shock.
WARNING
Fire Hazard
Use 10 gauge solid copper wire.
Use a UL listed strain relief.
Disconnect power before making electrical connections.
Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to center
terminal (silver).
Ground wire (green or bare wire) must be connected to
green ground connector.
Connect remaining 2 supply wires to remaining
2 terminals (gold).
Securely tighten all electrical connections.
Failure to do so can result in death, fire, or
electrical shock.
A. erminal block cover
B. Hold-down screw
C. External ground conductor screw
D. Center, silver-colored terminal block screw
E. Neutral ground wire
F. Hole below terminal block opening
AB
E
F
CD
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3. Install strain relief.
Style 1: Power supply cord strain relief
■Remove the screws from a ³⁄₄" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief (UL marking on strain relief).
Put the tabs of the two clamp sections into the hole below the terminal block opening so
that one tab is pointing up and the other is pointing down, and hold in place. Tighten
strain relief screws just enough to hold the two clamp sections together.
■Put power supply cord through the strain relief. Be sure that the wire insulation on the
power supply cord is inside the strain relief. The strain relief should have a tight fit with
the dryer cabinet and be in a horizontal position. Do not further tighten strain relief
screws at this point.
Style 2: Direct wire strain relief
■Unscrew the removable conduit connector and any screws from a ³⁄₄" (1.9 cm) UL listed
strain relief (UL marking on strain relief). Put the threaded section of the strain relief
through the hole below the terminal block opening. Reaching inside the terminal block
opening, screw the removable conduit connector onto the strain relief threads.
■Put direct wire cable through the strain relief. The strain relief should have a tight fit with
the dryer cabinet and be in a horizontal position. Tighten strain relief screw against the
direct wire cable.
4. Now complete installation following instructions for your type of electrical connection:
4-wire (recommended)
3-wire (if 4-wire is not available)
A. Strain relief tab pointing up
B. Hole below terminal block opening
C. Clamp section
D. Strain relief tab pointing down
A
B
C
D
A. Removable conduit connector
B. Hole below terminal block opening
C. Strain relief threads
B
C
A
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Electrical Connection Options
*If local codes do not permit the connection of a cabinet-ground conductor to the neutral
wire, go to “Optional 3-wire connection” section.
4-wire connection: Power supply cord
I PORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes and where local codes do
not permit the use of 3-wire connections.
1. Remove center silver-colored terminal block screw.
2. Remove neutral ground wire from external ground conductor screw. Connect neutral
ground wire and the neutral wire (white or center wire) of power supply cord under
center, silver-colored terminal block screw. Tighten screw.
If your home has: And you will be connecting to: Go to Section:
4-wire receptacle
(NEMA type 14-30R) A UL listed,
120/240-volt minimum,
30-amp, dryer power supply cord*
4-wire connection:
Power Supply Cord
4-wire direct A fused disconnect or circuit
breaker box* 4-wire connection:
Direct Wire
3-wire receptacle
(NEMA type 10-30R) A UL listed,
120/240-volt minimum,
30-amp, dryer power supply cord*
3-wire connection:
Power Supply Cord
3-wire direct A fused disconnect or circuit
breaker box* 3-wire connection:
Direct Wire
(12.7 cm)
5"
(8.9 cm)
3¹⁄₂"
A. 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-30R)
B. 4-prong plug
C. Ground prong
D. Neutral prong
E. Spade terminals with upturned ends
F.
³⁄₄
" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief
G. Ring terminals
A. Neutral ground wire
B. External ground conductor screw - Dotted line shows position
of NEU RAL ground wire before being moved to center silver-
colored terminal block screw.
C. Center silver-colored terminal block screw
D. Neutral wire (white or center wire)
E. ¾" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief
A
B
CDE
F
G
B
A
D
E
C