Maytag MED7500YW Use and Care Manual
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1. Non Use or Storage Care Operate your dryer only when you are at home If you will be on vacation or not using your dryer for an extended period of time you should 1 Unplug dryer or disconnect power 2 Clean lint screen See Cleaning the Lint Screen Moving Care For power supply cord connected dryers 1 Unplug the power supply cord 2 Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base 3 Use masking tape to secure dryer door AWARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing Replace all parts and panels before operating Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock For direct wired dryers 1 Disconnect power 2 Disconnect wiring 3 Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base 4 Use tape to secure dryer door Reinstalling the Dryer Follow the Installation Instructions to locate level and connect the dryer INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS TOOLS AND PARTS Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation Wood block Tools needed E Flat blade screwdriver Wire stripper direct wire installations Tin snips new vent installations Eto 1 4 7 mm nut driver recommended Adjustable wrench that opens to 1 25 mm or hex head socket wrench Level Caulking gun and compound for installing new exhaust vent E Torx T20 screwdriver TORX is a registered trademark of2. Use amp Care Guide ELECTRIC DRYER Para obtener acceso al Manual de uso y cuidado en espa ol o para obtener informaci n adicional acerca de su producto visite www maytag com If you have any problems or questions visit us at www maytag com W10445417C ELECTRIC DRYER TABLE OF CONTENTS DRYER SAFETY sssnsssscnccnssanncenssansegaaasseneceaansnanenns 2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS sms CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES 4 CYCLE GUIDE cuicos copien ansiada 5 USING YOUR DRYER ioiciocioinicand ica latinas 6 DRY ER CARE toda 7 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS oonocccccconnnncccccnnannnnnnnas 9 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ooococcocccoccccoccconnccanacanccnnos 9 LOCATION REQUIREMENTS c cococccccccconccocccccnccannccanacancnn 10 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS cece eee cence 12 ELECTRIC INSTALLATION rnit 13 VENTING 5 nine cintia iii dens bites 18 CONNECT VENT c ona ia 20 LEVEL IDRY ER o cosorccoiciri atadas data 21 TROUBLESHOOTING coonoccoccccnnonnnccnnnnnannnnnnnnana rra 22 WARRANTY inniicccnnnnnacinnnnnn ecc 27 ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Back Cover DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance Always read and obey all safety messages This is the safety alert symbol This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either
3. electrical supply connection see 4 Wire Direct Wire Connection E A 4 wire power supply connection must be used when the appliance is installed in a location where grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited Grounding through the neutral is prohibited for 1 new branch circuit installations after 1996 2 mobile homes 3 recreational vehicles and 4 areas where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral conductors If using a power supply cord Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use with clothes dryers The kit should contain E A UL listed 30 amp power supply cord rated 120 240 volt minimum The cord should be type SRD or SRDT and be at least 4 ft 1 22 m long The wires that connect to the dryer must end in ring terminals or spade terminals with upturned ends H A UL listed strain relief 12 If your outlet looks like this Then choose a 4 wire power supply cord with O ring or spade terminals and UL listed strain relief The 4 wire power supply cord at least 4 ft 1 22 m long must have four 10 gauge a copper wires and match a 4 wire receptacle of NEMA Type 14 30R The ground wire ground 4 wire receptacle conductor may be either green or bare The 14 30R neutral conductor must be identified by a white cover If your outlet looks like this Then choose a 3 wire power supply cord with ring or spade terminals and UL listed strain relief The 3 wire power s
4. must be connected to green ground connector Connect remaining 2 supply wires to remaining 2 terminals gold Securely tighten all electrical connections Failure to do so can result in death fire or electrical shock 2 Remove terminal block cover Remove hold down screw and terminal block cover 13 Power Supply Cord Connection Power supply cord strain relief 1 Attach power supply cord to strain relief Unscrew the strain relief A from the terminal block cover Unscrew the strain relief nut B from the strain relief A Put the power supply cord C through the strain relief nut B then the strain relief A Be sure that the wire insulation on the power supply cord is inside the strain relief Replace strain relief B with power cord D inserted back into the terminal block cover A Do not tighten strain relief nut C If your outlet looks like this Power supply cord 4 wire receptacle Q NEMA Type 14 30R Go to 4 Wire Power Supply Cord Connection on this page If your outlet looks like this Power supply cord 3 wire receptacle NEMA Type 10 30R Go to 3 Wire Power Supply Cord Connection on page 15 4 Wire Power Supply Cord Connection IMPORTANT A 4 wire connection is required for mobile homes and where local codes do not permit the use of 3 wire connections 4 wire receptacle NEMA type 14 30R Spade terminals with upturned ends Remove t
5. Clean lint screen before or after each load Keep area around the exhaust opening and adjacent surrounding areas free from the accumulation of lint dust and dirt The interior of the dryer and exhaust vent should be cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel See Electrical Requirements located in the installation instructions for grounding instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES 9 11 start JT normal temperature low power START BUTTON Press to start a cycle Indicator light will glow to indicate the cycle has started TEMPERATURE BUTTON The Temperature Control button lets you choose between a normal and low drying temperature NOTE Always refer to the care label on the garment to determine whether it can be tumble dried Normal The Normal temperature setting is for sturdy fabrics such as cotton linen and denim If the Temperature Control button is not pressed in the temperature setting is Normal Low The Low setting is for synthetics such as cotton polyester blend rayon acetate washable silk or nylon If the Temperature Control button is pressed in the temperature setting is Low 0 timed dry minutes sensor dry cotton linen 20 more dry 40 normal 60 iron dry sensor dry synthetics damp dry damp dry ra iron dry more dry ifdicator normal 3 POWER BUTTON Press to turn the dryer on and off Indica
6. E Recommended for best drying performance and to avoid crushing and kinking Flexible metal vent Acceptable only if accessible to clean E Must be fully extended and supported in final dryer location E Remove excess to avoid sagging and kinking that may result in reduced airflow and poor performance E Do not install in enclosed walls ceilings or floors The total length should not exceed 7 4 ft 2 4 m E The length of flexible metal vent used must be included in the overall vent system design as shown in the Vent System Chart NOTE If using an existing vent system clean lint from entire length of the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with lint Replace plastic or metal foil vents with rigid metal or flexible metal vents Review Vent System Chart and if necessary modify existing vent system to achieve best drying performance 18 Exhaust hoods E An exhaust hood should cap the vent to keep rodents and insects from entering the home E Must be at least 12 305 mm from ground or any object that may obstruct exhaust such as flowers rocks bushes or snow E Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch Recommended Styles Louvered Hood Box Hood Acceptable Style Angled Hood Elbows E 45 elbows provide better airflow than 90 elbows Good Better Clamps E Use clamps to seal all joints E Exhaust vent must not be connected or secured with screws or othe
7. INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using the dryer Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire Do not dry articles that have been previously cleaned in washed in soaked in or spotted with gasoline dry cleaning solvents or other flammable or explosive substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode Do not allow children to play on or in the dryer Close supervision of children is necessary when the dryer is used near children Before the dryer is removed from service or discarded remove the door to the drying compartment Do not reach into the dryer if the drum is moving Do not install or store the dryer where it will be exposed to the weather Do not tamper with controls WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons when using the dryer follow basic precautions including the following Do not repair or replace any part of the dryer or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in this Use and Care Guide or in published user repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric softener or product Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or similarly textured rubber like materials
8. grille Check that it is not blocked by a fabric softener sheet Use only one fabric softener sheet and use it only once The dryer is located in a room with Proper operation of dryer cycles requires temperatures above temperature below 45 F 7 C 45 F 7 C The dryer is located in a closet Closet doors must have ventilation openings at the top and bottom of the door The front of the dryer requires a minimum of 1 25 mm of airspace and for most installations the rear of the dryer requires 5 127 mm See Location Requirements Cycle time is too short The load may not be contacting the Level the dryer See Level Dryer All four dryer sensor strips on Sensor Cycles feet should be in firm contact with the floor The sensor cycle is ending early Change the dryness level setting on Sensor Cycles Increasing or decreasing the dryness level will change the amount of drying time in a cycle If loads are consistently ending too early see also Cycle Guide Sensor Dry Cycles Lint on load Lint screen is clogged with lint Clean lint screen before each load 23 TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www maytag com help for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call Dryer Results cont Stains on load Improper use of fabric softener Add dryer fabric softener sheets at the beginning of the cycle Fabric softener sheets added to a partially dried load can
9. microfiber towel to dry Turn the Cycle Control knob to the STOP position or open NOTE Garments that contain unstable dyes such as the door denim blue jeans or brightly colored cotton items may discolor the rear of the dryer interior These stains are To restart the dryer not harmful to your dryer and will not stain future loads 1 Close the door of clothes Dry unstable dye items inside out to avoid 2 Select a new cycle and temperature if desired transfer of dye 3 After the beep sounds press the START button Se OS the cycle or temperature after pressing REMOVING ACCUMULATED LINT 1 Open the dryer door From Inside the Dryer Cabinet 2 Press the TEMPERATURE button to change the Lint should be removed every 2 years or more often temperature if desired depending on dryer usage Cleaning should be done by a 3 Turn the cycle knob to the new desired position qualified appliance servicer or ventilation system cleaner 4 After the beep sounds press the START button From the Exhaust Vent Lint should be removed every 2 years or more often depending on dryer usage CLEANING THE LINT SCREEN Every load cleaning The lint screen is located in the door opening of the dryer The control panel has an indicator light to remind you to clean the lint screen before each load A screen blocked by lint can increase drying time To clean 1 Pull the lint screen straight up Open lint screen Roll lint off the screen with yo
10. no representations about the quality durability or need for service or repair of this major appliance other than the representations contained in this Warranty If you want a longer or more comprehensive warranty than the limited warranty that comes with this major appliance you should ask Maytag or your retailer about buying an extended warranty LIMITATION OF REMEDIES EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR AS PROVIDED HEREIN MAYTAG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states and provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so these limitations and exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you also may have other rights that vary from state to state or province to province If outside the 50 United States and Canada contact your authorized Maytag dealer to determine if another warranty applies If you think you need repair service first see the Troubleshooting section of the Use amp Care Guide If you are unable to resolve the problem after checking Troubleshooting additional help can be found by checking the Assistance or Service section or by calling Maytag In the U S A call 1 800 688 9900 In Canada call 1 800 807 6777 10 11 Keep this book and your sales slip together for future Dealer name reference You m
11. stain your garments Stains on drum Loose dyes in clothes Drum stains are caused by dyes in clothing usually blue jeans These will not transfer to other clothing Loads are wrinkled The load was not removed from Refer to garment care label instructions Dry clean only dryer at the end of the cycle garments are not recommended The dryer was tightly packed Dry smaller loads that can tumble freely Odors Recent painting staining or Ventilate the area When the odors or fumes are gone from varnishing in the area where your the area rewash and dry the clothing dryer is located Load too hot Load removed before cooldown Allow the dryer to complete the cooldown portion of the cycle portion of cycle complete before removing the load Using Timed Dry cycle with a Select a Sensor cycle with a lower heat setting to avoid normal temperature setting overdrying the load 24 NOTES 25 NOTES 26 MAYTAG LAUNDRY WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase when this major appliance is installed operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product Maytag brand of Whirlpool Corporation or Whirlpool Canada LP hereafter Maytag will pay for factory specified replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship that existed when this major appliance was purchased YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODU
12. the word DANGER or WARNING These words mean You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t immediately 4 DANGER follow instructions You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t follow A WARNING instructions All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is tell you how to reduce the chance of injury and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed State of California Proposition 65 Warnings WARNING This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer WARNING This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm A WARNING Risk of Fire Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualified installer Install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer s instructions and local codes Do not install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic venting materials or flexible metal foil type duct If flexible metal duct is installed it must be of a specific type identified by the appliance manufacturer as suitable for use with clothes dryers Flexible venting materials are known to collapse be easily crushed and trap lint These conditions will obstruct clothes dryer airflow and increase the risk of fire To reduce the risk of severe injury or death follow all installation instructions Save these instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY
13. CT REPAIR AS PROVIDED HEREIN Service must be provided by a Maytag designated service company This limited warranty is valid only in the United States or Canada and applies only when the major appliance is used in the country in which it was purchased This limited warranty is effective from the date of original consumer purchase Proof of original purchase date is required to obtain service under this limited warranty ITEMS EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY This limited warranty does not cover 1 Replacement parts or repair labor if this major appliance is used for other than normal single family household use or when it is used in a manner that is inconsistent to published user or operator instructions and or installation instructions 2 Service calls to correct the installation of your major appliance to instruct you on how to use your major appliance to replace or repair house fuses or to correct house wiring or plumbing 3 Service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs air filters or water filters Consumable parts are excluded from warranty coverage 4 Damage resulting from accident alteration misuse abuse fire flood acts of God improper installation installation not in accordance with electrical or plumbing codes or use of products not approved by Maytag 5 Cosmetic damage including scratches dents chips or other damage to the finish of your major appliance unless such damage results from defects in materials or wor
14. Saturn Fasteners Inc Parts needed Not supplied with dryer Vent clamps Vent elbows and ductwork Additional parts may be required depending on your installation Check local codes Check existing electrical supply and venting Read Electrical Requirements and Venting Requirements before purchasing parts If using a power supply cord Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use with clothes dryers The kit should contain E A UL listed 30 amp power supply cord rated 120 240 volt minimum The cord should be type SRD or SRDT and be at least 4 ft 1 22 m long The wires that connect to the dryer must end in ring terminals or spade terminals with upturned ends E A UL listed strain relief Parts supplied Parts package is located in dryer drum Check that all parts are included NOTE Do not use leveling legs supplied if installing with a pedestal or a stack kit Coupling Options Not supplied with dryer Pedestal You may order a pedestal separately for this dryer This pedestal will add about 12 305 mm to the height of your unit for a total height of approximately 45 1 14 m To order call the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or refer to the Assistance or Service section of this manual Ask for Model Number LABOO50PQ Stack kit Are you planning to stack your washer and dryer Your dryer is shipped with Stack Kit W10178021 which fits Maytag washer m
15. because they can catch lint 20 CONNECT VENT A WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install dryer Failure to do so can result in back or other injury 1 Connect vent to exhaust outlet K di Using a 4 102 mm clamp connect vent to exhaust outlet in dryer If connecting to existing vent make sure vent is clean Dryer vent must fit over dryer exhaust outlet and inside exhaust hood Check that vent is secured to exhaust hood with a 4 102 mm clamp Move dryer to final location taking care not to crush or kink vent After dryer is in place remove corner posts and cardboard from under dryer LEVEL DRYER 1 Level dryer Place level here Check levelness of dryer from side to side Repeat from front to back NOTE The dryer must be level for the moisture sensing system to operate correctly Not Level LEVEL Not Level 2 Adjust leveling legs If dryer is not level prop up using a wood block use wrench to adjust legs up or down and check again for levelness Once dryer is level make sure all four legs are snug against the floor and dryer does not rock COMPLETE INSTALLATION CHECKLIST C1 Check that all parts are now installed If there is an extra part go back through steps to see what was skipped C1 Check that you have all of your tools C1 Dispose of recycle all packaging materials C1 Check dryer s final location B
16. both fuses are intact and tight or that both circuit breakers have not tripped Replace the fuses or reset the circuit breaker If the problem continues call an electrician Incorrect power supply Electric dryers require 240 volt power supply Check with a qualified electrician Wrong type of fuse Use a time delay fuse Dryer will not heat Household fuse is blown or circuit The drum may be turning but you may not have heat Electric breaker has tripped dryers use 2 household fuses or circuit breakers Replace the fuses or reset the circuit breaker If the problem continues call an electrician Incorrect power supply Electric dryers require 240 volt power supply Check with a qualified electrician Unusual Noise Thumping noise Dryer hasn t been used in a while This is normal The thumping sound should diminish after a few minutes of use Rattling or vibrating A small object caught between the Check the front and rear edges of the drum for small objects noise edges of dryer drum Clean out pockets before laundering Dryer isn t properly leveled The dryer may vibrate if not properly installed See Level Dryer All four dryer feet should be in firm contact with the floor Clothing is balled up in dryer When balled up the load will bounce causing the dryer to vibrate Separate the load items and restart the dryer 22 TROUBLESHOOTING A WARNING AWARNING Fire Hazard Explosion Hazard Use a heavy metal vent Ke
17. bows or making turns allow as much room as possible E Bend vent gradually to avoid kinking E Use as few 90 turns as possible Determine vent length and elbows needed for best drying performance Use the following Vent System Chart to determine type of vent material and hood combinations acceptable to use NOTE Do not use vent runs longer than those specified in Vent System Chart Exhaust systems longer than those specified will El Shorten life of dryer E Reduce performance resulting in longer drying times and increased energy usage The Vent System Chart provides venting requirements that will help achieve best drying performance Vent System Chart Number of Type Box louvered 90 elbows of vent hoods Rigid metal 90 ft 27 4 m 80 ft 24 4 m Oa o Rigid metal 80 ft 24 4 m 70 ft 21 3 m Er Rigid metal 70 ft 21 3 m 60 ft 18 3 m 19 Install Vent System 1 Install exhaust hood 12 min 305 mm E Install exhaust hood and use caulking compound to seal exterior wall opening around exhaust hood 2 Connect vent to exhaust hood Vent must fit over the exhaust hood Secure vent to exhaust hood with 4 102 mm clamp Run vent to dryer location using straightest path possible Avoid 90 turns Use clamps to seal all joints Do not use duct tape screws or other fastening devices that extend into interior of vent to secure vent
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19. d and dryness setting After drying a load check the dryness E f the load is drier than you like select a setting closer to Iron Dry the next time you dry a similar load E If a load is not as dry as you like complete drying using a Timed cycle Select a setting closer to More Dry the next time you dry a similar load Setting Regular Heavy cottons and denims Cottons and linens Synthetics White and colorfast permanent press White and colorfast items that require ironing Polyester acrylic blends rayon acetate Damp Dry Washable silk and nylon Damp Dry CYCLE GUIDE TIMED DRY CYCLES Use this cycle to get up to 60 minutes of heated drying time or to complete drying if items are still damp after the automatic cycle Timed Dry is also useful for MH Heavyweight items and work clothes that require a long drying time E Lightweight items such as lingerie blouses and knits that require a short drying time Items to dry Time Temperature Minutes Setting Heavy cottons and denims eo noma Cororsansiners o om White and colorfast permanent press a Low White and colorfast items that require ironing ar Low Polyester acrylic blends rayon acetate Los Low USING YOUR DRYER 44 WARNING Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors such as gasoline away from dryer Do not dry anything that has ever had anything flammable on it even after washing Failure to follow these
20. e sure vent is not crushed or kinked C1 Check that dryer is level See Level Dryer C1 Remove film on console and any tape remaining on dryer C1 Wipe dryer drum interior thoroughly with a damp cloth to remove any dust C1 Read Using Your Dryer C1 For power supply cord installation plug into a grounded outlet For direct wire installation turn on power C1 Set the dryer on a full heat cycle not an air cycle for 20 minutes and start the dryer If dryer will not start check the following e Controls are set in a running or On position e Start button has been pushed firmly e Dryer is plugged into an outlet and or electrical supply e Household fuse is intact and tight or circuit breaker has not tripped e Dryer door is closed NOTE You may notice an odor when dryer is first heated This odor is common when heating element is first used The odor will go away 21 TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www maytag com help for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call you experience Possible Causes Solution Dryer Operation Dryer will not run Door not closed completely Make sure the dryer door is closed completely START button not pressed firmly or Press and hold the START button 2 5 seconds held long enough Household fuse is blown or circuit There may be 2 household fuses or circuit breakers for the breaker has tripped dryer Check that
21. ection IMPORTANT A 4 wire connection is required for mobile homes and where local codes do not permit 3 wire connections 1 Prepare your 4 wire cable for direct connection Direct wire cable must have 5 ft 1 52 m of extra length so dryer may be moved if needed Strip 5 127 mm of outer covering from end of cable leaving bare ground wire at 5 127 mm Cut 11 2 38 mm from remaining 3 wires Strip insulation back 1 25 mm Shape ends of wires into hooks 2 Remove neutral ground wire FRA AAA Remove the neutral ground wire white F located inside the dryer cabinet behind the external ground conductor screw A 16 3 Connect power supply cable wire Place the hooked end of the center white wire D of power supply cable under the center screw B of terminal block hook facing right Squeeze hooked end together Tighten screw Place hooked ends of remaining direct wire cable wires under outer terminal block screws hooks facing right Squeeze hooked ends together and tighten screws Replace the terminal block cover on the back of the dryer Tighten strain relief nut Now go to Venting Requirements 3 Wire Direct Wire Connection Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet ground conductor to neutral wire 1 Prepare your 3 wire cable for direct connection Direct wire cable must have 5 ft 1 52 m of extra length so dryer may be moved if needed Strip 31 2 89 mm of outer c
22. emperature setting for the type of load being dried DRYER CARE CLEANING THE DRYER LOCATION Keep dryer area clear and free from items that would block the air flow for proper dryer operation This includes clearing piles of laundry in front of the dryer 5 Select the desired cycle timed dry minutes sensor dry cotton linen 20 stop more dry 40 normal 60 iron dry AWARNING sensor dry synthetics damp dry damp dry iron dry more dry Select the desired cycle for your load See the Cycle Guide for more information about each cycle Explosion Hazard NOTE Most loads may be dried using the Normal dryness level which is shown in bold letters on the control panel Normal is the energy preferred dryness level and will use the least energy Place dryer at least 18 inches 460 mm above the floor for a garage installation Keep flammable materials and vapors such as gasoline away from dryer Failure to do so can result in death explosion or fire 6 Press START to begin cycle CLEANING THE DRYER INTERIOR To clean dryer drum Use a mild hand dish detergent mixed at a low concentration with very warm water and rub with a soft cloth Rinse well with a wet sponge or towel Press and hold the START button to begin the cycle Tumble a load of clean clothes or towels to dry drum OR Use a microfiber cloth and hot water in a spray bottle To stop your dryer at any time to clean the drum and a second
23. ep flammable materials and vapors such as Do not use a plastic vent gasoline away from dryer Do not use a metal foil vent Place dryer at least 18 inches 460 mm above the floor Failure to follow these instructions can result in death fora garaga Installation or fire Failure to do so can result in death explosion or fire First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www maytag com help for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call If you experience Possible Causes Dryer Results Clothes are not drying Lint screen is clogged with lint Clean lint screen before each load satisfactorily or drying times are too long The exhaust vent or outside Run the dryer for 5 10 minutes Hold your hand under exhaust hood is clogged with lint the outside exhaust hood to check air movement If you restricting air movement do not feel air movement clean exhaust system of lint or replace exhaust vent with heavy metal or flexible metal vent See Venting The exhaust vent is not the correct Check that the exhaust vent is not too long or has length too many turns Long venting will increase drying times See Venting The exhaust vent diameter is not Use 4 102 mm diameter vent material the correct size The load is too large and heavy Separate the load to tumble freely to dry quickly Fabric softener sheets are blocking The air outlet grille is just inside the door behind the lint screen the
24. he neutral ground wire F located inside the dryer cabinet behind the external ground conductor screw A Connect ground wire E green or bare of power supply cord to external ground conductor screw A Tighten screw Connect neutral wire D white or center wire of power supply cord under center screw B of the terminal block 3 Connect remaining wires Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws Tighten screws Replace the terminal block cover on the back of the dryer Tighten strain relief nut Now go to Venting Requirements 3 Wire Power Supply Cord Connection Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet ground conductor to neutral wire 3 wire receptacle NEMA 3 prong plug type 10 30R Spade terminals with Ring terminals upturned ends 1 Remove center screw Connect neutral wire white or center D of power supply cord under center terminal block screw B Tighten screw Connect remaining wires under outer terminal block screws Tighten screws Finally reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel Tighten strain relief nut Now go to Venting Requirements 15 Direct Wire Connection If your wiring looks like this 4 wire direct connection Go to 4 Wire Direct Connection on this page If your wiring looks like this 3 wire direct connection Go to 3 Wire Direct Connection on page 17 4 Wire Direct Wire Conn
25. instructions can result in death explosion or fire WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance 1 Clean the lint screen Clean the lint screen before each load Pull the lint screen straight up Open lint screen Roll lint off the screen with your fingers Do not rinse or wash screen to remove lint Wet lint is hard to remove Close lint screen Push the lint screen firmly back into place For additional cleaning information see Dryer Care 2 Load the dryer Open the door by pulling on the handle Place laundry in the dryer Add a static reducing sheet to wet load if desired Close the door IMPORTANT Do not tightly pack the dryer Items need to tumble freely Tightly packing the load can lead to poor drying performance and may increase wrinkling and tangling 6 A WARNING A Fire Hazard No washer can completely remove oil Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on it including cooking oils Do not dry items containing foam rubber or plastic in this dryer Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire 3 Press POWER Press the POWER button to turn on the dryer The indicator light will flash to indicate that the power is on 4 Press TEMPERATURE JT normal temperature a low Press the TEMPERATURE button to select the recommended t
26. kmanship and is reported to Maytag within 30 days from the date of purchase Pick up and delivery This major appliance is intended to be repaired in your home Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the appliance Expenses for travel and transportation for product service if your major appliance is located in a remote area where service by an authorized Maytag servicer is not available 9 The removal and reinstallation of your major appliance if it is installed in an inaccessible location or is not installed in accordance with Maytag published installation instructions 10 Replacement parts or repair labor on major appliances with original model serial numbers that have been removed altered or cannot be easily determined The cost of repair or replacement under these excluded circumstances shall be borne by the customer DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW Some states and provinces do not allow limitations on the duration of implied warranties of merchantability or fitness so this limitation may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you also may have other rights that vary from state to state or province to province SN DISCLAIMER OF REPRESENTATIONS OUTSIDE OF WARRANTY Maytag makes
27. ller E To be sure that the electrical connection is adequate and in conformance with the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 latest edition and all local codes and ordinances The National Electrical Code requires a 4 wire power supply connection for homes built after 1996 dryer circuits involved in remodeling after 1996 and all mobile home installations A copy of the above code standards can be obtained from National Fire Protection Association One Batterymarch Park Quincy MA 02269 EH To supply the required 3 or 4 wire single phase 120 240 volt 60 Hz AC only electrical supply or 3 or 4 wire 120 208 volt electrical supply if specified on the serial rating plate on a separate 30 amp circuit fused on both sides of the line Connect to an individual branch circuit Do not have a fuse in the neutral or grounding circuit E Do not use an extension cord E If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the ground path is adequate Electrical Connection To properly install your dryer you must determine the type of electrical connection you will be using and follow the instructions in Electric Installation M This dryer is manufactured ready to install with a 3 wire electrical supply connection The neutral ground conductor is permanently connected to the neutral conductor white wire within the dryer If the dryer is installed with a 4 wire
28. odels starting with MHWC If you have any other washer model call the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or refer to the Assistance or Service section of this manual LOCATION REQUIREMENTS Check code requirements Some codes limit or do not permit installing dryer in garages closets mobile homes or sleeping quarters Contact your local building inspector A WARNING Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors such as gasoline away from dryer Place dryer at least 18 inches 460 mm above the floor for a garage installation Failure to do so can result in death explosion or fire You will need E A location allowing for proper exhaust installation See Venting Requirements E A separate 30 amp circuit E If using power supply cord a grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft 610 mm of either side of dryer See Electrical Requirements E Floor must support dryer weight of 115 Ibs 52 kg Also consider weight of companion appliance E Level floor with maximum slope of 1 25 mm under entire dryer If slope is greater than 1 25 mm install Extended Dryer Feet Kit Part Number 279810 If not level clothes may not tumble properly and automatic sensor cycles may not operate correctly E For garage installation place dryer at least 18 460 mm above floor If using a pedestal you will need 18 460 mm to bottom of dryer E The dryer must not be installed or st
29. onal spacing should be considered for ease of installation and servicing E Additional clearances might be required for wall door floor moldings and dryer venting E Additional spacing should be considered on all sides of the dryer to reduce noise transfer E For closet installation with a door minimum ventilation openings in the top and bottom of the door are required Louvered doors with equivalent ventilation openings are acceptable E Companion appliance spacing should also be considered Custom undercounter installation dryer only 24 in 155 cm Recessed or closet installation Stacked with stack kit 48 in 310 cm 24 in 155 cm 51 4 133 mm Mobile home Additional installation requirements This dryer is suitable for mobile home installations The installation must conform to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard Title 24 CFR Part 3280 formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile home construction and Safety Title 24 HUD Part 280 Mobile home installations require E Metal exhaust system hardware available for purchase from your dealer E Special provisions must be made in mobile homes to introduce outside air into dryer Openings such as a nearby window should be at least twice as large as dryer exhaust opening 11 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS It is your responsibility H To contact a qualified electrical insta
30. onsultants provide assistance with In the U S A and Canada m Use and maintenance procedures m Accessory and repair parts sales m Referrals to local dealers repair parts distributors and service companies Maytag designated service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after warranty service anywhere in the United States and Canada You can write with any questions or concerns at In the U S A m Features and specifications on our full line of appliances m Installation information m Specialized customer assistance Spanish speaking hearing impaired limited vision etc Maytag Services LLC ATTN CAIR Center P O Box 2370 Cleveland TN 37320 2370 Customer eXperience Centre Whirlpool Canada LP Unit 200 6750 Century Ave Mississauga ON L5N 0B7 Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE Avant de faire un appel pour assistance ou service veuillez v rifier la section D pannage ou visiter le site www maytag com help Cette v rification peut vous faire conomiser le co t d une visite de r paration Si vous avez encore besoin d aide suivre les instructions ci dessous Lors d un appel veuillez conna tre la date d achat et les num ros au complet de mod le et de s rie de votre appareil Ces renseignements nous aideront mieux r pondre votre demande Si vous avez besoin de pi ces de rechange Si vous avez besoin de
31. ored in an area where it will be exposed to water and or weather IMPORTANT Do not operate install or store dryer where it will be exposed to water weather or at temperatures below 45 F 7 C Lower temperatures may cause dryer not to shut off at end of sensor cycles resulting in longer drying times Installation Clearances For each arrangement consider allowing more space for ease of installation and servicing spacing for companion appliances and clearances for walls doors and floor moldings Space must be large enough to allow door to fully open Add spacing on all sides of dryer to reduce noise transfer If a closet door or louvered door is installed top and bottom air openings in door are required Check code requirements Some codes limit or do not permit installation of the dryer in garages closets mobile homes or sleeping quarters Contact your local building inspector 10 DRYER DIMENSIONS Front view ia 233 8 594 mm A o L s 0 331 4 845 mm Y Side view 39 991 mm 231 4 603 mm Back view NOTE Most installations require a minimum of 5 127 mm clearance behind dryer for exhaust vent with elbow See Venting Requirements Power supply cord cable 11 gt 299 mm Installation spacing for recessed area or closet installation E All dimensions show recommended and minimum spacing allowed E Additi
32. overing from end of cable Strip insulation back 1 25 mm If using 3 wire cable with ground wire cut bare wire even with outer covering Shape wire ends into hooks Remove center terminal block screw B 3 Connect neutral wire Place hooked end of neutral wire white or center D of direct wire cable under center terminal block screw B hook facing right Squeeze hooked end together Tighten screw Place hooked ends of remaining direct wire cable wires under outer terminal block screws hooks facing right Squeeze hooked ends together and tighten screws Replace the terminal block cover on the back of the dryer Tighten strain relief nut Now go to Venting Requirements 17 VENTING Venting Requirements A WARNING Fire Hazard Use a heavy metal vent Do not use a plastic vent Do not use a metal foil vent Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire WARNING To reduce the risk of fire this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS IMPORTANT Observe all governing codes and ordinances Dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent chimney wall ceiling attic crawlspace or a concealed space of a building Only rigid or flexible metal vent shall be used for exhausting 4 102 mm 4 102 mm heavy metal exhaust vent E Only a 4 102 mm heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps may be used E Do not use plastic or metal foil vent Rigid metal vent
33. r fastening devices that extend into interior of duct and catch lint Do not use duct tape Improper venting can cause moisture and lint to collect indoors which may result in m Moisture damage to woodwork furniture paint wallpaper carpets etc E Housecleaning problems and health problems Plan Vent System Choose your exhaust installation type Recommended exhaust installation D H A Dryer F Rigid metal or B Elbow flexible metal vent C Wall G Vent length necessary to connect elbows D Exhaust h xhaust hood H Exhaust outlet E Clamps Alternate installations for close clearances Venting systems come in many varieties Select the type best for your installation A close clearance installation is shown below Refer to the manufacturer s instructions Over the top installation also available with one offset elbow Over the Top Installation Kit Part Number 4396028 for close clearance alternate installation is available for purchase For ordering information see Assistance or Service Special provisions for mobile homes Exhaust vent must be securely fastened to a noncombustible portion of mobile home and must not terminate beneath the mobile home Terminate exhaust vent outside Determine vent path E Select route that will provide straightest and most direct path outdoors E Plan installation to use fewest number of elbows and turns E When using el
34. tor light will flash to indicate the power is on O CYCLE CONTROL KNOB Use your dryer s Cycle Control knob to select available cycles on your dryer Turn the knob to select a cycle for your laundry load Indicator light will flash to indicate a cycle has been selected See Cycle Guide for detailed descriptions of cycles O POWER INDICATOR This light flashes when the power is on and glows when a cycle is running END OF CYCLE SIGNAL The dryer sounds a signal to let you know when the cycle is complete The signal is not adjustable and cannot be turned off The signal is helpful when you are drying permanent press synthetics and other items that should be removed promptly at the end of the cycle CYCLE GUIDE SENSOR DRY CYCLES Use Sensor Dry Cycles for better fabric care and energy savings When you are using the GentleBreeze Drying System with IntelliDry Sensor two metal strips located on the dryer determine the dryness of the load When there is moisture left in the clothes the dryer will continue to run As clothes begin to dry the amount of water left in the clothes decreases and the timer advances through the remainder of the cycle When the selected dryness level is reached the dryer goes into a cool down period of up to 15 minutes Sensor dry cycles may be used for most loads Sensor dry cycles give the best drying results in the shortest time Drying time varies according to the type of fabric size of the loa
35. upply cord at least 4 ft 1 22 m long must have three 10 gauge copper wires and match a 3 wire receptacle of 3 wire receptacle NEMA Type 10 30R 10 30R If connecting by direct wire Power supply cable must match power supply 4 wire or 3 wire and be E Flexible armored cable or nonmetallic sheathed copper cable with ground wire covered with flexible metallic conduit All current carrying wires must be insulated M 10 gauge solid copper wire do not use aluminum at least 5 ft 1 52 m long GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS m For a grounded cord connected dryer This dryer must be grounded In the event of malfunction or breakdown grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current This dryer uses a cord having an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances E For a permanently connected dryer This dryer must be connected to a grounded metal permanent wiring system or an equipment grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment grounding terminal or lead on the dryer WARNING Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock Check with a qualified electrician or service representative or personnel if you are in doubt as to
36. ur fingers Do not rinse or wash screen to remove lint Wet lint is hard to remove 2 Close lint screen Push the lint screen firmly back into place IMPORTANT E Do not run the dryer with the lint screen loose damaged blocked or missing Doing so can cause overheating and damage to both the dryer and fabrics If lint falls off the screen into the dryer during removal check the exhaust hood and remove the lint See Venting Requirements As needed cleaning Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can build up on the lint screen This buildup can cause longer drying times for your clothes or cause the dryer to stop before your load is completely dry The screen is probably clogged if lint falls off while the screen is in the dryer Clean the lint screen with a nylon brush every 6 months or more frequently if it becomes clogged due to a residue buildup To wash Roll lint off the screen with your fingers Wet both sides of lint screen with hot water Wet a nylon brush with hot water and liquid detergent Scrub lint screen with the brush to remove residue buildup Rinse screen with hot water Thoroughly dry lint screen with a clean towel Reinstall screen in dryer VACATION STORAGE AND MOVING CARE Install and store your dryer where it will not freeze Because some water may stay in the hoses freezing can damage your dryer If storing or moving your dryer during freezing weather winterize it
37. ust provide proof of purchase or installation Address date for in warranty service Write down the following information about your major appliance Phone number to better help you obtain assistance or service if you ever need Model number it You will need to know your complete model number and serial Serial number number You can find this information on the model and serial number label located on the product Purchase date 27 ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Before calling for assistance or service please check Troubleshooting or visit www maytag com help It may save you the cost of a service call If you still need help follow the instructions below When calling please know the purchase date and the complete model and serial number of your appliance This information will help us to better respond to your request If you need replacement parts or to order accessories We recommend that you use only Factory Specified Parts These parts will fit right and work right because they are made with the same precision used to build every new MAYTAG appliance To locate factory specified replacement parts assistance in your area or accessories Maytag Services LLC Whirlpool Canada LP 1 800 688 9900 www maytag com Customer Assistance 1 800 807 6777 1 800 901 2042 Accessories www maytag ca www maytag com accessories or call your nearest designated service center or refer to your Yellow Pages telephone directory Our c
38. whether the dryer is properly grounded Do not modify the plug on the power supply cord if it will not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ELECTRIC INSTALLATION For power supply cord installations WARNING Fire Hazard Use a new UL listed 30 amp power supply cord Use a UL listed strain relief Disconnect power before making electrical connections Connect neutral wire white or center wire to center terminal silver Ground wire green or bare wire must be connected to green ground connector Connect remaining 2 supply wires to remaining 2 terminals gold Securely tighten all electrical connections Failure to do so can result in death fire or electrical shock Before you start disconnect power 1 Choose electrical connection type Power supply cord 4 wire receptacle NEMA Type 14 30R Go to Power Supply Cord Connection Power supply cord 3 wire receptacle NEMA Type 10 30R Go to Power Supply Cord Connection 4 wire direct connection Go to Direct Wire Connection 3 wire direct connection Go to Direct Wire Connection For direct wire installations A WARNING Fire Hazard Use 10 gauge copper wire Use a UL listed strain relief Disconnect power before making electrical connections Connect neutral wire white or center wire to center terminal silver Ground wire green or bare wire
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