Vacation, Storage And Moving Care; Troubleshooting; Dryer Operation - Maytag Bravos MGDB200 Use And Care Manual

Vacation, Storage and Moving Care

Non-Use or Vacation 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. Close shutoff valve in gas supply line
3. Clean lint screen. See "Cleaning the Lint Screen."
To winterize dryer
1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.
2. Close shutoff valve in gas supply line.
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

Dryer Operation

Dryer will not run
■ Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped?
Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician.
■ Was a regular fuse used?
Use a time-delay fuse.
■ Is the dryer door firmly closed?
■ Was the Start/Pause button firmly pressed?
Large loads may require pressing and holding the Start/Pause button for 2-5 seconds.
No heat
■ Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped?
The drum may be turning, but you may not have heat. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit
breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician.
1. Plug in dryer or reconnect power.
2. Open shutoff valve in gas supply line.
For power supply cord-connected dryers:
1. Unplug the power supply cord.
2. Close shutoff valve in gas supply line.
3. Disconnect gas supply line pipe and remove fittings attached to dryer pipe.
4. Cap the open fuel supply line.
5. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.
6. Use masking tape to secure dryer door.
Follow the "Installation Instructions" to locate, level, and connect the dryer.

TROUBLESHOOTING

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To use dryer again
Moving care
Reinstalling the dryer
Unusual sounds
Has the dryer had a period of non-use?
If the dryer hasn't been used for a while, there may be a thumping sound during the first
few minutes of operation.
Is a coin, button or paper clip caught between the drum and front or rear of the dryer?
Check the front and rear edges of the drum for small objects. Clean out pockets before
laundering.
Is it a gas dryer?
The gas valve clicking is a normal operating sound.
Are the four legs installed, and is the dryer level front to back and side to side?
The dryer may vibrate if not properly installed. See the Installation Instructions.
Is the clothing knotted or balled up?
When balled up, the load will bounce, causing the dryer to vibrate. Separate the load
items and restart the dryer.
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