Maytag MGDC700VW - Centennial Gas Dryer User Instructions page 3

WARNING: For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize
the risk of fire or explosion, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death.
- Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this
or any other appliance.
- WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.
• Clear the room, building, or area of all occupants.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's
instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
- Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or
the gas supplier,
WARNING: Gas leaks cannot always be detected by smell.
Gas suppliers recommend that you use a gas detector approved by UL or CSA.
For more information, contact your gas supplier.
If a gas leak is detected, follow the "What to do if you smell gas" instructions.
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Your dryer must beproperly installed and vented to achieve
maximum drying efficiency and shorten drying times. Use the
minimum recommended installation clearances found in the
Installation Instructions. See the Installation Instructions for more
information.
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1. 13o not use plastic vent or metal foil vent. Use 4" (1 0.2 cm) metal
or flexible metal vent. 13o not kink or crush flexible metal vent. It
must be completely extended to allow adequate exhaust air to
flow. Check vent after installation. Refer to the Installation
Instructions for proper length requirements of vent.
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.
2. Use a 4" (10.2 cm) exhaust hood.
3. Use the straightest path possible when routing the vent.
If the dryer is not properly installed and vented, it will not be
covered under the warranty. Proper venting of your dryer is
important for satisfactory drying results. See the Installation
Instructions for more detail.
NOTE: Service calls caused by improper venting will be paid for by
the customer; whether it was a paid installation or self-installed.
4°
5°
Good Better
Use clamps to seal all joints. Do not use duct tape, screws, or
other fastening devices that extend into the interior of the vent to
secure vent.
Clean exhaust vent periodically, depending on use, but at least
every 2 years, or when installing your dryer in a new location.
When cleaning is complete, be sure to follow the Installation
Instructions supplied with your dryer for final product check.