Summary of Contents
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Electric Dryer Installation Instructions DRYER SAFETY ... 2 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ... 3 LOCATION REQUIREMENTS ... 4 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS ... 5 INSTALL LEVELING LEGS ... 6 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION ... 7 VENTING ... 12 CONNECT INLET HOSES ... 15 CONNECT VENT ... 17 LEVEL DRYER ...
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Page 2: Dryer Safety
DRYER SAFETY...
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Page 3: Installation Requirements, Tools And Parts
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS TOOLS AND PARTS Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here. Tools needed: Flat-blade screwdriver #2 Phillips screwdriver Adjustable wrench that Level opens to 1" (25 mm) or hex-head socket wrench Wire stripper (direct wire Vent clamps...
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Page 4: Location Requirements
LOCATION REQUIREMENTS You will need: A location allowing for proper exhaust installation. See ■ “Venting Requirements.” A separate 30 amp circuit. ■ If using power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet ■ located within 2 ft. (610 mm) of either side of dryer. See “Electrical Requirements.”...
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Page 5: Electrical Requirements
Spacing for recessed area or closet installation All dimensions show recommended spacing allowed, with tested spacing of 0" (0 mm) clearance on sides and rear. Additional spacing should be considered for ease of ■ installation and servicing. Additional clearances might be required for wall, door, and ■...
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Page 6: Install Leveling Legs
If your outlet looks like this: Then choose a 4-wire power supply cord with 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 4 10-gauge solid copper wires and match a 4-wire receptacle of NEMA Type 14-30 R.
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Page 7: Electrical Connection
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION Power Supply Cord Electrical Connection Options 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.
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If your outlet looks like this: Power supply cord 4-wire receptacle (NEMA Type 14-30R): Go to “4-Wire Power Supply Cord Connection” on this page. Power supply cord 3-wire receptacle (NEMA Type 10-30R): Go to “3-Wire Power Supply Cord Connection” on page 9. 4-wire Power Supply Cord Connection IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes and...
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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 Remove center screw Remove center terminal block screw (B). Connect neutral wire Connect neutral wire (white or center) (C) of power supply cord to center terminal block screw (B).
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Attach direct wire cable to strain relief Put direct wire cable through the strain relief. The strain relief should have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be in a horizontal position. Tighten strain relief screw against the direct wire cable. If your wiring looks like this: 4-wire direct connection: Go to “4-Wire Direct Connection”...
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Connect remaining wires Place hooked ends of remaining direct wire cable wires under outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right). Squeeze hooked ends together and tighten screws. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw. Now, go to “Venting Requirements.”...
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Page 12: Venting, Venting Requirements
Connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire Connect neutral ground wire (E) and neutral wire (white or center wire) (C) of power supply cord or cable under center terminal block screw (B). Tighten screw. Connect remaining wires Place hooked ends of remaining wires under outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right).
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Page 13: Plan Vent System
Exhaust hoods: Must be at least 12" (305 mm) from ground or any object that ■ may obstruct exhaust (such as flowers, rocks, bushes, or snow). Recommended Styles: Louvered Hood Box Hood Acceptable Style: Angled Hood Elbows: 45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows. ■...
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If you prefer, dryer may be converted to exhaust through the bottom. You must contact your local dealer to have dryer converted. A. Standard rear offset exhaust installation B. Bottom exhaust installation Alternate installations for close clearances Venting systems come in many varieties. Select the type best for your installation.
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Page 15: Install Vent System, Connect Inlet Hoses
Maytag Vent System Chart Type Box/louvered Number of 90° elbows of vent hoods Rigid metal 100 ft. (30.5 m) Rigid metal 90 ft. (27.4 m) Rigid metal 80 ft. (24.4 m) Rigid metal 71 ft. (21.6 m) 63 ft. (19.2 m) Rigid metal NOTE: Bottom exhaust installations have a 90°...
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Attach long hose to “Y” connector and tighten couplings One end of the long hose has a wire mesh strainer inside the coupling. Attach this end to the “Y” connector. Attach washer cold inlet hose to other side of “Y” connector. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on connector.
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Page 17: Connect Vent, Level Dryer
CONNECT VENT Connect vent to exhaust outlet 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.
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Page 18: Complete Installation Checklist, Reverse Door Swing
COMPLETE INSTALLATION CHECKLIST Check that all parts are now installed. If there is an extra part, go back through steps to see what was skipped. Check that you have all of your tools. Dispose of/recycle all packaging materials. Check dryer’s final location. Be sure vent is not crushed or kinked.
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Page 19: Troubleshooting
Reverse the strike 1. Remove the door strike from the dryer door opening. 2. Remove the cosmetic screw opposite the door strike. A. Door strike B. Cosmetic screw 3. Reinstall the door strike and cosmetic screw on the opposite side of dryer door opening from where they were removed. NOTE: Door strike and plugs must be on the same side of the dryer door opening.
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Call for service. W10392124B W10392125B-SP ® Registered Trademark/™ Trademark of Whirlpool, U.S.A., Whirlpool Canada LP licensee in Canada ® Registered trademark/™ Trademark of Maytag Properties, LLC or its related companies. © 2011 All rights reserved DRYER RESULTS Clothes are not drying satisfactorily, drying times are...
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