Maytag MER5775RAB Installation Manual - Page 5

CONNECTING THE RANGE ELECTRIC SUPPLY The range must be installed in accordance with Local and National Electric Code (NEC) ANSt/NFPA No. 7O-latest edition. See rating plate for total connected KW rating. ELECTRIC SUPPLY (Canada) The range must be installed in accordance with Local and Canadian Electric Code CSA STD.C22.1 latest edition. See rating plate for total connected KW rating. OUTSIDE WIRING Your local utility company will tell you whether the present electric service to your home is adequate. It may be necessary to increase the size of the wiring to the house and service switch to take care of the electrical load demanded by the range. The kilowatt rating for the range is specified on the rating plate located on front of range. HOUSE WIRING Most local Building Regulations and Codes require that all electrical wiring be done by licensed electricians. All wiring should conform to Local and National Electrical Codes. This range requires a single phase three wire 120/240 or a 120/208 volt, 60 Hz, AC circuit. Wiring codes require a separate circuit be run from the main entrance panel to the range and that it be equipped with separate disconnect switch and fuses, either in the main entrance panel or in a separate switch and fuse box. tn some communities, a solid or flexible continuous armored conduit must be used from main entrance panel to the terminal box on the rear of the range. Others will permit the termination of the range circuit at a polarized three or four wire plug-in outlet placed at a convenient point near the back of the range. The range is then connected to this outlet through an approved range connector (pigtail) fastened securely to the terminal block with proper strain relief at the range and a three or four pronged plug at the opposite end. RANGE CONNECTIONS Some models are shipped direct from the factory with service cords (pigtails) attached. There are no range connections necessary on these models. Just plug into the range outlet. On models not provided with a service cord, connection to the power supply is necessary. REMEMBER - only a 4-conductor cord is to be used on new branch-circuit installations (1996 NEC), mobile homes, recreational vehicles, or in an area where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral conductor. Hence, 4-wire service MUST be provided for such installations. 3-wire service may be used when permitted by local code. USE COPPER OR ALUMINUM CONDUCTORS. Main terminal block is recognized for Copper or Aluminum conductors. If a flexible power cord is required, it is recommended a cord no longer than 4 ft. be used. Make connections as explained below and with reference to the appropriate illustration (see figures 6 and 7). After installation, insure tightness of all electrical connections and replace all covers. Remove terminal block access cover from range back. (See figure 5). RANGE CONNECTIONS (Canada) This model was shipped direct from the factory with service cord (pigtail) attached. There are no range connections necessary. Just plug into the range outlet. See figure 2 on page 2 for outlet location. NOTE: Cord replacement - ONLY a power supply cord rated at 240 volts minimum, 40 amperes or 50 amperes power supply cord that is marked for use with nominal 1 3/8" (34.93 mm) diameter connection opening, with closed loop terminals and marked for use with ranges shall be used. / --MAIN TERMINAL ¢ON_ECTION 5LOCK \ ACC[SS _ COV[R FIGURE 5 -5-