Amana ARR3100* Range User Manual


 
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Range has been grounded at the factory to the center
(nickel plated) terminal of the terminal block in
accordance with the National Electrical Code (section
2560). When a separate ground is required by local code,
disconnect the grounding strap from the terminal block.
Ground frame by connecting a grounding wire to range
frame using only the grounding screw removed from the
grounding strap.
Power lead
connect wire
with black or red insulation
and brass terminal
Power terminals
(240 V)
Ground
strap
Neutral terminal
connect wire
with white insulation
Range Terminal Block
Terminal block is approved for copper wire connection
only, NOT aluminum wiring. If aluminum house wiring
is to be connected, the following procedure is suggested.
1. Connect length of copper building wire to range
terminal block with ring terminals.
2. Splice copper wires to aluminum wiring using
connectors which are design certified by
Underwriter’s Laboratories and recognized for joining
copper to aluminum. Follow the connector
manufacturer’s recommended procedure.
3. Wire used, location and enclosure of splices must
conform to local codes.
Power Cord Requirements
Power cord is not supplied with range. Power cord must
be U.L. Listed and meet NEC and Mobile Home
Manufacturers Association Standards. Cord must be
rated at a minimum 250V—40 AMP, equipped with a
plug configuration in accordance with NEMA and
conductors must end with closed loop (ring) terminals at
the range.
Three-conductor cord plug NEMA 10-50P allowed for
residential.
Four-conductor cord plug NEMA 14-50P required for
most mobile home installations but can be used for
residential.
NOTE: Only a power cord suitable for use with ranges may
be used. For installation in a mobile home, or area where
local codes do not permit grounding through the neutral
terminal, a 4-wire cord must be used.
Range Terminal Block
Connection block is located at bottom rear of range
behind rear cover panel. Remove rear cover screw.
Directly below terminal block is a hole for a power supply
service cord. Power cord is not supplied with range.
Range Terminal Block Location