Make Direct Wire Electrical Connection - Maytag MDB8949SAM Instructions D'installation

Using pliers, squeeze open the small green drain hose clamp and
slide onto connector between stops.
After hose is connected, remove towel.
If needed, see website for animated representation of this step.
Visit www.whirlpool.com/drain under FAQ tab.

Make Direct Wire Electrical Connection

NOTE: If the power supply cord was connected earlier, proceed to
"Secure Dishwasher in Cabinet Opening" section.
Option B, Direct Wire:
Route cable so that it does not touch dishwasher motor or lower
part of dishwasher tub. Pull cable through UL Listed/CSA
Approved strain relief in terminal box. Strain relief is not supplied
with the dishwasher. Owner must purchase a ⁷⁄₈" screw-in type
strain relief.
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Select UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wire connectors (not
included) rated to connect your household wiring to 16-gauge
dishwasher wiring.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Electrically ground dishwasher.
Connect ground wire to green ground connector in
terminal box.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
Form bare ground wire into a U-shaped hook. Wrap ground wire
hook clockwise around ground connector screw and under the
washer. Securely tighten ground connector.
NOTE: Do not pre-twist stranded wire. Twist on UL listed/CSA
approved wire connector. Gently tug on wires to be sure both are
secured.