Whirlpool Corporation
Dryer Terminal And Terminal Block Interface

Abstract:

A terminal block and terminal assembly where the terminal block has a base and at least one terminal receiving area. The at least one terminal receiving area includes a floor and a pair of opposing sidewalls extending substantially perpendicular to the floor to define a channel. At least one tab projects from one of the pair of opposing walls and extends toward the other wall. The terminal has a base with a wire connector portion at one end and a locking mechanism at the other end. The locking mechanism has a portion to receive the at least one tab so that the tab is sandwiched by the locking mechanism to lock the terminal against tipping in the terminal receiving area.