Caring For The Dryer; Before You Call For Service - Maytag LDG7304AAM User Manual

CARING FOR THE DRYER
Control Panel Care
Clean the control panel with a soft damp cloth. Do
not use any abrasive powders or cleaning pads.
Cabinet Care
Simply wipe off any marks with soap and water,
followed with an appliance wax if desired.
Tumbler Care
If the tumbler becomes stained by a crayon, ink
pen or other item inadvertently left in a garment,
clean the tumbler with an all purpose cleaner
such as: Fantastik, Soft Scrub or Formula 409 ®*.
Then tumble old towels or rags to remove any
excess stain.
Exhaust System Cleaning
While the lint filter will catch most of the lint from
the load, some will get through and may buildup
in the ductwork. It is important to completely
inspect and clean all lint accumulation from the
interior of the duc_ork once a year to maintain
drying performance. The exhaust hood at the
outside of the home should be cleaned more
frequently to ensure the damper opens and closes
freely.
Refer to the Installation Instructions for more details
on proper exhausting.
*Brand names are trademarks of the respective
manufacturers.
BEFORE YOU CALL FOR
SERVICE
Check these points if the
dryer...
Does not run
• Opening the door during operation stops the
dryer. Close the door, select a cycle and press
the start button.
• Plug the cord into a live outlet.
• Check the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
Does not heat
• Check the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
• Select a heat setting; not air-fluff.
• On a gas dryer, check that the gas supply is on.
• Clean the lint screen and exhaust duct if the
heat shuts off early.
• Push in only one temperature button.
Doesn't dry clothes properly
• Select a heat setting; not air-fluff.
• On a gas dryer, check that the gas supply is on.
• Clean the lint screen and the exhaust system.
• Be sure the exhaust hood damper opens and
closes freely.
• Push only one temperature button in.
• Do not overload. One washer load equals one
dryer load.
• Exhaust duct is too long, smaller than 4 inch
diameter, uses too many elbows or is made of
plastic flexible material. Replace with metal.
• Sort heavy items from lightweight items.
• Washer spin cycle may not be extracting water
properly.
Is noisy
• Check to see if there are any foreign objects
such as coins, buttons, or nails which could
damage clothes as well as the dryer. Remove
promptly.
Dial Advancement
The dial will not advance at a specific rate
during the cycle. At first, the dial may not
advance at all. Toward the end of the cycle
(when the articles begin to dry) the dial will
advance at a more regular rate and much more
quickly. This is normal operation and is not a
reason for concern.
NOTE: For further assistance contact your
Maytag dealer or call Maytag Customer
Service:
U.S. 1-800-688-9900
Canada 1-800-688-2002
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