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Maytag BRAVOS Series Use & Care Manual
Maytag BRAVOS Series Use & Care Manual

Maytag BRAVOS Series Use & Care Manual

Fabric care system electric dryer

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BRAVOS
SECADORA ELÉCTRICA BRAVOS
SÉCHEUSE ÉLECTRIQUE BRAVOS
FOR QUESTIONS ABOUT FEATURES, OPERATION/PERFORMANCE,
PARTS, ACCESSORIES OR SERVICE CALL: 1.800.688.9900
IN CANADA, CALL: 1.800.807.6777
VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.MAYTAG.COM
IN CANADA, WWW.MAYTAG.CA
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FABRIC CARE SYSTEM ELECTRIC DRYER
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USE & CARE GUIDE
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  • Page 1 PARTS, ACCESSORIES OR SERVICE CALL: 1.800.688.9900 FUNCIONAMIENTO, RENDIMIENTO, PARTES, ACCESORIOS O COMPOSER LE : 1.800.807.6777 IN CANADA, CALL: 1.800.807.6777 SERVICIO TÉCNICO, LLAME AL: 1.800.688.9900 VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.MAYTAG.COM O VISITE NUESTRO SITIO WEB EN OU VISITEZ NOTRE SITE INTERNET À IN CANADA, WWW.MAYTAG.CA WWW.MAYTAG.COM WWW.MAYTAG.CA...
  • Page 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS ÍNDICE TABLE DES MATIÈRES DRYER SAFETY ..............3 SEGURIDAD DE LA SECADORA ........33 SÉCURITÉ DE LA SÉCHEUSE ..........65 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ........4 INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACIÓN ....... 34 INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION ........66 TOOLS AND PARTS ............4 HERRAMIENTAS Y PIEZAS..........34 OUTILLAGE ET PIÈCES............
  • Page 3 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 the word “DANGER”...
  • Page 4 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS TOOLS AND PARTS LOCATION REQUIREMENTS Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here. WARNING Flat-blade screwdriver Tin snips (new vent installations) #2 Phillips screwdriver Level Adjustable wrench that opens to 1"...
  • Page 5 Installation Clearances Mobile home - Additional installation requirements The location must be large enough to allow the dryer door to open fully. 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 Dryer Dimensions Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction and Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280) or Standard CAN/CSA-Z240 MH.
  • Page 6 A 4-wire power supply connection must be used when the appliance is installed in a If connecting by direct wire: location where grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited. Grounding Power supply cable must match power supply (4-wire or 3-wire) and be: through the neutral is prohibited for (1) new branch-circuit installations, (2) mobile Flexible armored cable or nonmetallic sheathed copper cable (with ground wire), homes, (3) recreational vehicles, and (4) areas where local codes prohibit grounding...
  • Page 7 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS - CANADA ONLY If you are using a replacement power supply cord, it is recommended that you use Power Supply Cord Replacement Part Number 3394208. For further information, please reference WARNING the service numbers located in the “Assistance or Service” section of this manual. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be grounded.
  • Page 8 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION - U.S.A. ONLY Power Supply Cord Direct Wire WARNING WARNING Fire Hazard Fire Hazard Use 10 gauge solid copper wire. Use a new UL listed 30 amp power supply cord. Use a UL listed strain relief. Use a UL listed strain relief. Disconnect power before making electrical connections.
  • Page 9 3. Install strain relief. Style 2: Direct wire strain relief Style 1: Power supply cord strain relief Unscrew the removable conduit connector and any screws from a ³⁄₄" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief (UL marking on strain relief). Put the threaded section of the strain relief Remove the screws from a ³⁄₄"...
  • Page 10 Electrical Connection Options 4-wire connection: Power supply cord If your home has: And you will be connecting to: Go to Section: IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes and where local codes do 4-wire receptacle A UL listed, 4-wire connection: not permit the use of 3-wire connections.
  • Page 11 3. Connect ground wire (green or bare) of power supply cord to external ground conductor Strip 5" (12.7 cm) of outer covering from end of cable, leaving bare ground wire at 5" screw. Tighten screw. (12.7 cm). Cut 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) from 3 remaining wires. Strip insulation back 1" (2.5 cm). Shape ends of wires into a hook shape.
  • Page 12 3. Connect ground wire (green or bare) of direct wire cable to external ground conductor 3-wire connection: Power supply cord screw. Tighten screw. Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire. A. 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R) B.
  • Page 13 3. Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws. Tighten screws. 2. Place the hooked end of the neutral wire (white or center wire) of direct wire cable under the center screw of terminal block (hook facing right). Squeeze hooked end together. Tighten screw.
  • Page 14 6. Connect a separate copper ground wire from the external ground conductor screw to an adequate ground. 4" 10.2 cm 4" (10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent Vent products can be purchased from your dealer or by calling Maytag Services. For more information, see the “Assistance or Service” section of this manual.
  • Page 15 Rigid metal vent Exhaust For best drying performance, rigid metal vents are recommended. Recommended hood styles are shown here. Rigid metal vent is recommended to avoid crushing and kinking. Flexible metal vent Flexible metal vents are acceptable only if accessible for cleaning. Flexible metal vent must be fully extended and supported when the dryer is in its final location.
  • Page 16 PLAN VENT SYSTEM Alternate installations for close clearances Choose your exhaust installation type Venting systems come in many varieties. Select the type best for your installation. Two close- clearance installations are shown. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions. Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer.
  • Page 17 Determine vent path INSTALL VENT SYSTEM 1. Install exhaust hood. Use caulking compound to seal exterior wall opening around Select the route that will provide the straightest and most direct path outdoors. exhaust hood. Plan the installation to use the fewest number of elbows and turns. 2.
  • Page 18 CONNECT VENT REVERSE DOOR SWING 1. Using a 4" (10.2 cm) clamp, connect vent to exhaust outlet in dryer. If connecting to You can change your door swing from a right-side opening to a left-side opening, if desired. existing vent, make sure the vent is clean. The dryer vent must fit over the dryer exhaust 1.
  • Page 19 5. Remove the 4 plastic plugs located outside the dryer door opening. Reinstall the door 1. Remove the 4 screws and 2 hinges from the dryer door. 2. Replace the 4 screws in the same holes. 3. Remove the 4 screws from the opposite side of the door. 6.
  • Page 20 5. Install screws in the top hinge holes in the door. Do not tighten screws. Leave approximately ¼" (5 mm) of screw exposed. COMPLETE INSTALLATION 1. Check that all parts are now installed. If there is an extra part, go back through the steps to see which step was skipped.