Whirlpool cabrio WED6200S User manual

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JOB AID
Part No. 8178584
GAS & ELECTRIC
DRYERS
CONSUMER CARE TECHNICAL
EDUCATION GROUP PRESENTS
MODELS:
ELECTRIC - WED6200S & WED6400S
GAS - WGD6200S & WGD6400S

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FORWARD
This Whirlpool Job Aid, “Cabrio™ Gas & Electric Dryers” (Part No.8178584), provides the In-Home
Service Professional with information on the installation, operation, and service of the Cabrio™
Gas & Electric Dryers. For specific information on the model being serviced, refer to the “Use
and Care Guide,” or “Tech Sheet” provided with the dryer.
The Wiring Diagrams used in this Job Aid are typical and should be used for training purposes
only. Always use the Wiring Diagram supplied with the product when servicing the dryer.
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
The goal of this Job Aid is to provide information that will enable the In-Home Service Professional
to properly diagnose malfunctions and repair the Cabrio™ Gas & Electric Dryers.
The objectives of this Job Aid are to:
• Understand and follow proper safety precautions.
• Successfully troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions.
• Successfully perform necessary repairs.
• Successfully return the dryer to its proper operational status.
Copyright © 2006, Whirlpool Corporation, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION assumes no responsibility for any repairs made on
our products by anyone other than authorized In-Home Service Professionals.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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GENERAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Dryer Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Model & Serial Number Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Model & Serial Number Label & Tech Sheet Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
INSTALLATION INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Installation Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
PRODUCT OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Dryer Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Dryer Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-11
COMPONENT ACCESS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Component Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Removing The Encoder, User Interface Board, And Machine Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Removing The Cabinet Front And Door Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Removing The Belt, Drum, & Rollers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
Removing The Drive Motor And Belt Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9
Removing The Thermal Fuse & Exhaust Thermistor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-11
Removing The High-Limit Thermostat And Thermal Cutoff (TCO)
(Gas Models Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12
Removing The Thermal Cutoff (TCO), Heater, And Inlet
Thermistor/High-Limit Thermostat (Electric Models Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13
Removing The Flame Sensor And Gas Burner Assembly
(Gas Models Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-15
Removing The Moisture Sensor And Metal Oxide Varistors (MOVs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-17
Removing The Drum Light Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-19
COMPONENT TESTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Door Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Thermal Fuse & Exhaust Thermistor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
High-Limit Thermostat & Thermal Cutoff (TCO) (Gas Models Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Flame Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Gas Burner Coils . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Burner Ignitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
Electric Heater (Dual Element) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
Thermal Cutoff (TCO) And Inlet Thermistor/High-Limit Thermostat
(Electric Models Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Drive Motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Belt Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6

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DIAGNOSTICS & TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Electric Dryers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Display Fault Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Diagnostic Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Diagnostic Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Troubleshooting Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Adjusting Customer-Focused Drying Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-14
Removing The Front Panel/Drum Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-14
Accessing & Removing The Electronic Assemblies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-15
Removing The Back Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-16
Gas Dryers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-17
Display Fault Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-17
Diagnostic Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-18
Diagnostic Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-18
Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-21
Troubleshooting Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-21
Adjusting Customer-Focused Drying Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-28
Removing The Front Panel/Drum Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-29
Accessing & Removing The Electronic Assemblies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-29
Removing The Back Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-31
WIRING DIAGRAMS & STRIP CIRCUITS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Electric Dryers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Wiring Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Strip Circuits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2
Gas Dryers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4
Wiring Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4
Strip Circuits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-5

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GENERAL
DRYER SAFETY
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:
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.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t
immediately follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t
follow instructions.
DANGER
WARNING

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MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER DESIGNATIONS
MODEL NUMBER
SERIAL NUMBER
SERIAL NUMBER M T 41 10200
MANUFACTURING SITE
M = Marion, OH
YEAR OF PRODUCTION
T = 2006
WEEK OF PRODUCTION
41 = 41st Week
PRODUCT SEQUENCE NUMBER
MODEL NUMBER W E D 6 4 00 S W 0
BRAND
W = Whirlpool
E = Estate
R = Roper
I = Inglis
ACCESS / FUEL
T = Top Load G = Gas
F = Front Load H = Horizontal
W = Work Space V = Vertical
E = Electric
PRODUCT
W = Washer P = Pedestal
D = Dryer B = Combo
T = Thin Twin C = Compact
SERIES
1 = Innovation 6 = Oasis
2 = Commercial 7 = Merloni
3 = Compact 8 = Horizon
4 = Stack 9 = Duet/Combo
5 = LEAP
PRICE POINT LEVELS (1 - 7)
TRADE PARTNER
00 = Brand 30 = NATM
10 = SBC 40 = Lowe’s
20 = Best Buy
YEAR OF INTRODUCTION
S = 2006
T = 2007
COLOR CODE
W = White w/Silver Metallic Console
G = Biscuit w/Gold Metallic Console
B = Black w/Black Metallic Console
ENGINEERING CHANGE
0 = Basic Original Release
1 = First Revision

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MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER LABEL &
TECH SHEET LOCATIONS
The Model/Serial Number Label and Tech Sheet locations are shown below.
Model/Serial
Number Location
Tech Sheet Location
(Access Under Console)

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SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL NUMBERS
ELECTRIC WED6200SW WED6400SW, G, B
GAS WGD6200SW WGD6400SW, G, B
PRIMARY FEATURES
CAPACITY (CU. FT.) 7 7
CAPACITY Super Capacity Plus Super Capacity Plus
# OF CYCLES 7 7
HEAVY DUTY x x
NORMAL x x
CASUAL x x
DELICATE x x
TIMED DRY x x
QUICK DRY x x
TOUCH UP x x
DAMP DRY SIGNAL x x
TEMPERATURE SETTINGS
HIGH 155 ±5°F (68.3°C) 155 ±5°F (68.3°C)
MEDIUM 140 ±5°F (60°C) 140 ±5°F (60°C)
LOW 125 ±5°F (51.6°C) 125 ±5°F (51.6°C)
EX-LOW (ULTRA DELICATE) 105 ±5°F (40.5°C) 105 ±5°F (40.5°C)
AIR ONLY x x
CABINET COLOR
WHITE x x
BISQUIT x
BLACK x
TOP FINISH Painted Porcelain
DOOR Solid Glass
UTILITIES
MOTOR RATING 1/3 HP 1/3 HP
HEATER ELEMENT Single Element 5400W Dual Element (2) 2700W
GAS BTU 22,000 BTU 22,000 BTU
U.L. RATED LOAD 18 LBS (8.16 KG) 18 LBS (8.16 KG)
UNIT DIMENSIONS
HEIGHT 42 IN (106.6 CM) 42 IN (106.6 CM)
WIDTH 29 IN (73.6 CM) 29 IN (73.6 CM)
DEPTH 30 1/8 IN (76.5 CM) 30 1/8 IN (76.5 CM)
SHIPPING WEIGHT Gas - 150 LBS (68.1 KG)
Electric - 145 LBS (65.7 KG)
Gas - 151 LBS (68.4 KG)
Electric - 147 LBS (66.7 KG)

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INSTALLATION INFORMATION
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
TOOLS AND PARTS
Gather the required tools and parts before
starting installation. Read and follow the in-
structions provided with any tools listed here.
Electric Models
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 (for direct wire installations)
Tin snips (new vent installations)
Level
Vent clamps
Caulking gun and compound (for installing
new exhaust vent)
Tape measure
Gas Models
8˝ or 10˝ pipe wrench
8˝ or 10˝ adjustable wrench (for gas con-
nections)
Flat-blade screwdriver
Adjustable wrench that opens to 1˝
(2.54 cm) or hex-head socket wrench (for
adjusting dryer feet)
1/4˝ nut driver or socket wrench
Level
Vent clamps
Knife
Pipe-joint compound resistant to LP gas
Caulking gun and compound (for installing
new exhaust vent)
Pliers
Tape measure
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Parts needed:
Check local codes and with gas supplier.
Check existing gas supply, electrical supply
and venting. Read “Electrical Requirements,”
“Gas Supply Requirements” and “Venting Re-
quirements” before purchasing parts.
Mobile home installations require special
parts (listed following) that may be ordered by
calling the dealer from whom you purchased
your dryer. For ordering information, please
refer to the “Assistance or Service” section of
the “Use & Care Guide.” You may also con-
tact the dealer from whom you purchased
your dryer.
Mobile home installation kit. Ask for Part
Number 346764.
Metal exhaust system hardware.
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4 leveling leg
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Parts supplied:
Remove parts package from dryer drum.
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*Most installations require a minimum 5˝
(12.7 cm) clearance behind the dryer for the
exhaust vent with elbow. See “Venting Re-
quirements.”
Installation spacing for recessed area or
closet installation
The following spacing dimensions are recom-
mended 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 rea-
sons:
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, mini-
mum 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.
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43½"
(110.5cm)
*29¼"
(74.3cm)
22
¼"
(56.5cm)
29"
(73.7cm)
WARNING
LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
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.
You will need
A location that allows for proper exhaust in-
stallation. 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 appli-
ance 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 45°F (7°C). At lower temperatures, the
dryer might not shut off at the end of an auto-
matic 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 inspec-
tor.
NOTE: No other fuel-burning appliance can
be installed in the same closet as a dryer.
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INSTALLATION CLEARANCES
The location must be large enough to allow
the dryer door to open fully.
Dryer Dimensions

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Additional spacing is required if you ex-
haust out the rear of the dryer to either the
right or left side.
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A. Recessed area
B. Side view - closet or confined area
C. Closet door with vents
ABC
18"*
(45.7 cm)
1"
(2.5 cm)
29"
(73.7 cm)
1"
(2.5 cm)
1"*
(2.5 cm)
14" max.*
(35.6cm)
29¼"
(74.3 cm)
5"
(12.7 cm)
48 in. *
(310 cm )
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24 in. *
(155 cm )
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3"*
(7.6 cm)
3"*
(7.6 cm)
Mobile Home - Additional Installation Re-
quirements
This dryer is suitable for mobile home instal-
lations. The installation must conform to the
Manufactured Home Construction and Safety
Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (formerly
the Federal Standard for Mobile Home Con-
struction and Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280),
or Standard CAN/CSA-Z240 MH.
Mobile home installations require:
Metal exhaust system hardware, which is
available for purchase from your dealer.
Mobile home Installation Kit Part Number
346764.
Special provisions must be made in mo-
bile homes to introduce outside air into the
dryer. The opening (such as a nearby win-
dow) should be at least twice as large as
the dryer exhaust opening.
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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS -
U.S.A. ONLY
Electric Models 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 ordi-
nances.
The National Electric Code requires a 4-
wire supply connection for homes built after
1996, dryer circuits involved in remodeling
after 1996, and all mobile home installa-
tions.
A copy of the above code standards can be
obtained from: National Fire Protection As-
sociation, One Batterymarch Park, Quincy,
MA 02269.
To supply the required 3 or 4 wire, single
phase, 120/240 volt, 60 Hz., AC only elec-
trical 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-de-
lay 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 deter-
mine the type of electrical connection you will
be using and follow the instructions provided
for it here.
If local codes do not permit the connection
of a neutral ground wire to the neutral wire,
see “Optional 3-wire connection” section.
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This dryer is manufactured ready to install
with a 3-wire electrical supply connection.
The neutral ground wire 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 wire must be removed
from the external ground conductor screw
(green screw), and secured under the neu-
tral terminal (center or white wire) of the
terminal block. When the neutral ground
wire is secured under the neutral terminal
(center or white wire) of the terminal block,
the dryer cabinet is isolated from the neu-
tral conductor.
A 4-wire power supply connection must be
used when the appliance is installed in a lo-
cation 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, rat-
ed 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.
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If your outlet looks like this:
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 recepta-
cle of NEMA Type 14-30R. The ground wire
(ground conductor) may be either green or
bare. The neutral conductor must be identi-
fied by a white cover.
If your outlet looks like this:
4-wire receptacle (14-30R)
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.
•
•
•
3-wire receptacle (10-30R)
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
For a grounded, cord-connected dryer:
This dryer must be grounded. In the event
of malfunction or breakdown, ground-
ing 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 conduc-
tor and a grounding plug. The plug must
be plugged into an appropriate outlet that
is properly installed and grounded in ac-
cordance with all local codes and ordi-
nances.
For a permanently connected dryer:
This dryer must be connected to a ground-
ed metal, permanent wiring system, or an
equipment-grounding conductor must be
run with the circuit conductors and con-
nected to the equipment-grounding termi-
nal or lead on the dryer.
WARNING: Improper connection of the
equipment-grounding conductor can re-
sult in a risk of electric shock. Check with a
qualified electrician or service representa-
tive 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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•

2-6
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 4 prong outlet.
Failure to do so can result in death or
electrical shock.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS -
CANADA ONLY
Electric Models Only
WARNING
Do not use an extension cord.
If you are using a replacement power sup-
ply cord, it is recommended that you use
Power Supply Cord Replacement Part
Number 3394208. For further information,
please reference the service numbers lo-
cated in the “Assistance or Service” sec-
tion of the “Use & Care Guide.”
•
•
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 Hz., AC only electrical sup-
ply 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 Inter-
national Certified Power Cord intended to
be plugged into a standard 14-30R wall re-
ceptacle. The cord is 5 ft (1.52 m) in length.
Be sure wall receptacle is within reach of
dryer’s final location.
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•
•
•
4-wire receptacle (14-30R)
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
For a grounded, cord-connected dryer:
This dryer must be grounded. In the event
of malfunction or breakdown, ground-
ing 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 conduc-
tor and a grounding plug. The plug must
be plugged into an appropriate outlet that
is properly installed and grounded in ac-
cordance with all local codes and ordi-
nances.
WARNING: Improper connection of the
equipment-grounding conductor can re-
sult in a risk of electric shock. Check with a
qualified electrician or service representa-
tive 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 out-
let installed by a qualified electrician.
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2-7
WARNING
DIRECT WIRE
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
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.
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 sec-
tions 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.
•
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.
1. Disconnect power.
2. Remove the hold-down screw and termi-
nal block cover.
A. Terminal 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
E
F
ABCD
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION -
U.S.A. ONLY
POWER SUPPLY CORD

2-8
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 hori-
zontal position. Do not further tighten strain
relief screws at this point.
•
4. Now complete installation following in-
structions for your type of electrical con-
nection:
4-wire (recommended)
3-wire (if 4-wire is not available)
Electrical Connection Options
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 re-
lief). Put the threaded section of the strain
relief through the hole below the terminal
block opening. Reaching inside the termi-
nal block opening, screw the removable
conduit connector onto the strain relief
threads.
•
A. Removable conduit connector
B. Hole below terminal block opening
C. Strain relief threads
B
C
A
Put direct wire cable through the strain re-
lief. 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.
•
* If local codes do not permit the connection of a cabinet-ground
conductor to the neutral wire, go to “Optional 3-wire connection”
section.
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
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
A fused
disconnect or
circuit breaker
box*
3-wire connection:
Direct Wire
(12.7 cm)
5"
(8.9 cm)
3¹⁄2"

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4-wire connection: Power supply cord
IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required
for mobile homes and where local codes do
not permit the use of 3-wire connections.
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
B
CDE
F
G
˝
3. Connect ground wire (green or bare) of
power supply cord to external ground
conductor screw. Tighten screw.
1. Remove center silver-colored terminal
block screw.
2. Remove neutral ground wire from exter-
nal 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.
A. External ground conductor screw - Dotted line shows
position of NEUTRAL ground wire before being moved to
center silver-colored terminal block screw.
B. Center silver-colored terminal block screw
C. Neutral ground wire
D. Neutral wire (white or center wire)
E. ¾" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief
A
C
B
D
E
4. Connect the other wires to outer terminal
block screws. Tighten screws.
A. External ground conductor screw
B. Ground wire (green or bare) of power supply cord
C. ¾" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief
D. Center silver-colored terminal block screw
E. Neutral ground wire
F. Neutral wire (white or center wire)
D
E
F
A
C
B
5. Tighten strain relief screws.
6. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot
of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with
hold-down screw.
7. You have completed your electrical con-
nection. Now go to “Venting Require-
ments.”

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4-wire connection: Direct Wire
IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required
for mobile homes and where local codes do
not permit the use of 3-wire connections.
Direct wire cable must have 5 ft (1.52 m) of
extra length so dryer can be moved if need-
ed.
Strip 5˝ (12.7 cm) of outer covering from
end of cable, leaving bare ground wire at 5˝
(12.7 cm). Cut 1-1/2˝ (3.8 cm) from 3 remain-
ing wires. Strip insulation back 1˝ (2.5 cm).
Shape ends of wires into a hook shape.
When connecting to the terminal block, place
the hooked end of the wire under the screw of
the terminal block (hook facing right), squeeze
hooked end together and tighten screw, as
shown.
1. Remove center silver-colored terminal
block screw.
2. Remove neutral ground wire from exter-
nal ground conductor screw. Connect
neutral ground wire and place the hooked
end (hook facing right) of the neutral wire
(white or center wire) of direct wire cable
under the center screw of the terminal
block. Squeeze hooked ends together.
Tighten screw.
A
C
B
D
E
A. External ground conductor screw - Dotted line shows
position of NEUTRAL ground wire before being moved to
center silver-colored terminal block screw.
B. Center silver-colored terminal block screw
C. Neutral ground wire
D. Neutral wire (white or center wire)
E. ¾" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief

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3. Connect ground wire (green or bare) of
direct wire cable to external ground con-
ductor screw. Tighten screw.
5. Tighten strain relief screw.
6. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot
of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with
hold-down screw.
7. You have completed your electrical con-
nection. Now go to “Venting Require-
ments.”
A. External ground conductor screw
B. Ground wire (green or bare) of power supply cord
C. ¾" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief
D. Center silver-colored terminal block screw
E. Neutral ground wire
F. Neutral wire (white or center wire)
A
B
C
D
E
F
4. Place the hooked ends of the other di-
rect wire cable wires under the outer ter-
minal block screws (hooks facing right).
Squeeze hooked ends together. Tighten
screws.
3-wire connection: Power supply cord
Use where local codes permit connecting
cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire.
A. 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R)
B. 3-wire plug
C. Neutral prong
D. Spade terminals with upturned ends
E.
³⁄ 4 " (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief
F. Ring terminals
G. Neutral wire (white or center wire)
A
B
D
C
E
F
G
1. Loosen or remove center silver-colored
terminal block screw.
2. Connect neutral wire (white or center
wire) of power supply cord to the center,
silver-colored terminal screw of the ter-
minal block. Tighten screw.
A. External ground conductor screw
B. Neutral ground wire
C. Center silver-colored terminal block screw
D. Neutral wire (white or center wire)
E.
³⁄ 4 " (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief
A
B
C
D
E
3. Connect the other wires to outer terminal
block screws. Tighten screws.

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When connecting to the terminal block, place
the hooked end of the wire under the screw of
the terminal block (hook facing right), squeeze
hooked end together and tighten screw, as
shown.
4. Tighten strain relief screws.
5. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot
of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with
hold-down screw.
6. You have completed your electrical con-
nection. Now go to “Venting Require-
ments.”
3-wire connection: Direct Wire
Use where local codes permit connecting
cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire.
Direct wire cable must have 5 ft (1.52 m) of
extra length so dryer can be moved if need-
ed.
Strip 3-1/2˝ (8.9 cm) of outer covering from
end of cable. Strip insulation back 1˝ (2.5 cm).
If using 3-wire cable with ground wire, cut bare
wire even with outer covering. Shape ends of
wires into a hook shape.
1
.
3. Place the hooked ends of the other di-
rect wire cable wires under the outer ter-
minal block screws (hooks facing right).
Squeeze hooked ends together. Tighten
screws.
1. Loosen or remove center silver-colored
terminal block screw.
2. Place the hooked end of the neutral wire
(white or center wire) of direct wire cable
under the center screw of terminal block
(hook facing right). Squeeze hooked end
together. Tighten screw.
A. External ground conductor screw
B. Neutral ground wire
C. Center silver-colored terminal block screw
D. Neutral wire (white or center wire)
E.
³⁄ 4 " (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief
A
C
D
E
B
4. Tighten strain relief screw.
5. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot
of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with
hold-down screw.
6. You have completed your electrical con-
nection. Now go to “Venting Require-
ments.”