LG DLEX3550W Owner's Manual - Page 27

ENGLISH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 27 Connecting electric dryers (cont.) USA only wWarning • C onnect the power cord to the terminal block. Each colored wire should be connected to same color screw. Wire color indicated on manual is connected to the same color screw in block. Failure to follow these instructions may result in a short or overload. • G rounding through the neutral conductor 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 conductor. Three-Wire Connection for Electric Dryers: Direct Wire • A 3-wire connection is NOT permitted on new construction after January 1, 1996. • A UL-listed strain relief is required. 1. Remove 31⁄₂ inches (8.9 cm) of the outer covering from the wire. Strip 1 inch (2.5 cm) insulation from each wire. Bend the ends of the three wires into a hook shape. • Use UL-listed 3-wire #10 AWG-minimum copper conductor cable. • Allow at least 5 ft. (1.5 m) length to allow for removal and reinstallation of the dryer. 3. A ttach the two hot leads of the power cord to the outer terminal block screws. Attach the neutral wire to the center terminal block screw. Connect the external ground (if required by local codes) to the green ground screw. Tighten all screws securely. Reinstall the terminal block access cover. Hot Neutral Hot (Black) (White) (Red) Ground Screw Ground Wire 1" (2.5 cm) 2. Remove the terminal block access cover on the upper back of the dryer. Install a UL-listed strain relief into the power cord through-hole; then thread the power cable prepared in Step 1 through the strain relief. Terminal Block UL-Listed Strain Relief UL-Listed 3-Wire Power Cord