GE P2S975SEPSS Installation Instructions - Page 8

Installation Instructions ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS (CONT.) 12 NEW CONSTRUCTION AND FOUR-CONDUCTOR BRANCH CIRCUIT All New Constructions, Mobile Homes, Recreational Vehicles and Installations Where Local Codes Do Not Allow Grounding Through Neutral Must Use the 4-Wire Cord Provided. NEMA 14-50R 4-wire 13 FOR EXISTING CONSTRUCTION, A THREE-WIRE FLEXIBLE CORD KIT MAY BE USED Follow instructions in step 14 if you require a 3-wire cord: 208/240 40 Amp 3-prong cord 14 3-WIRE POWER CORD INSTALLATION WARNING: The neutral or ground wire of the power cord must be connected to the neutral terminal located in the center of the terminal block. The power leads must be connected to the lower left and the lower right terminals of the terminal block. A Remove the 3 lower terminal screws from the terminal block. Insert the 3 terminal screws through each power cord terminal ring and into the lower terminals of the terminal block. Be certain that the center wire (white/neutral) is connected to the center lower position of the terminal block. Tighten screws securely into the terminal block. DO NOT remove the ground strap connection. WARNING: Before powering the unit, ensure that the ground strap is connected to both the terminal block and to the ground plate. Terminal block (appearance may vary) Neutral terminal Ground plate Ground strap Power cord B Skip to Step 18 and proceed with the installation. 8