Summary of Contents for Maytag Services ELECTRIC DRYER
- Page 1 Use & Care Guide ELECTRIC DRYER If you have any problems or questions, visit us at www.maytag.com W10557650B...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
ELECTRIC DRYER TABLE OF CONTENTS DRYER SAFETY ............2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ........4 CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES ........4 CYCLE GUIDE ..............5 USING YOUR DRYER ............6 DRYER CARE ..............7 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ........9 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ........9 LOCATION REQUIREMENTS ..........10 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS ........12 ELECTRIC INSTALLATION ..........13 VENTING .................18... -
Page 4: Operating Instructions
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES POWER START Press to turn the dryer on and off. Indicator light will flash Press to start a cycle. Indicator light will glow to indicate to indicate the power is on. the cycle has started. CYCLE CONTROL KNOB TEMPERATURE Use your dryer’s Cycle Control knob to select available... -
Page 5: Cycle Guide
CYCLE GUIDE — SENSOR DRY CYCLES Use Sensor Dry Cycles for better fabric care and energy savings When you are using the GentleBreeze Drying System with IntelliDry Sensor, two metal strips located in the dryer determine the ™ ® dryness of the load. When there is moisture left in the clothes, the dryer will continue to run. As clothes begin to dry, the amount of water left in the clothes decreases, and the timer advances through the remainder of the cycle. -
Page 6: Using Your Dryer
USING YOUR DRYER WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance. Press POWER Clean the lint screen Press the POWER button to turn on the dryer. The indicator light will flash to indicate that the power is on. -
Page 7: Dryer Care
DRYER CARE Select the desired cycle CLEANING THE DRYER LOCATION Keep dryer area clear and free from items that would block the air flow for proper dryer operation. This includes clearing piles of laundry in front of the dryer. Select the desired cycle for your load. See the “Cycle Guide” for more information about each cycle. - Page 8 CLEANING THE LINT SCREEN VACATION, STORAGE, AND MOVING CARE Every load cleaning Install and store your dryer where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in the hoses, freezing can damage The lint screen is located in the door opening of the dryer. your dryer.
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Page 9: Installation Instructions
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS TOOLS AND PARTS Parts needed: (Not supplied with dryer) Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Vent clamps Vent elbows and ductwork Tools needed: Additional parts may be required, depending on your installation. Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply and venting. -
Page 10: Location Requirements
DRYER DIMENSIONS LOCATION REQUIREMENTS Check code requirements. Some codes limit, or do not permit, Front view: installing dryer in garages, closets, mobile homes, or sleeping " quarters. Contact your local building inspector. (594 mm) " (845 mm) Side view: You will need: n A location allowing for proper exhaust installation. - Page 11 Installation spacing for recessed area Recessed or closet installation – Stacked with stack kit: or closet installation n All dimensions show recommended and minimum spacing 12" allowed. (305 mm) n Additional spacing should be considered for ease of installation and servicing. n Additional clearances might be required for wall, door, floor moldings, and dryer venting.
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Page 12: Electrical Requirements
If your outlet looks like this: ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS Then choose a 4-wire power supply cord with It is your responsibility: ring or spade terminals and UL listed strain relief. The 4-wire power supply cord, at least n To contact a qualified electrical installer. 4 ft. -
Page 13: Electric Installation
ELECTRIC INSTALLATION For power supply cord installations: For direct wire installations: Before you start: disconnect power. Remove terminal block cover 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). -
Page 14: Power Supply Cord Connection
Power Supply Cord Connection 4-Wire Power Supply Cord Connection IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile Power supply cord strain relief: homes and where local codes do not permit the use of 3-wire connections. Attach power supply cord to strain relief Locking Nut 4-wire receptacle (NEMA 4-prong plug... -
Page 15: Wire Power Supply Cord Connection
Connect remaining wires Remove center screw Remove center terminal block screw (B). Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws. Tighten screws. Replace the terminal block cover on the back of the dryer. Tighten strain relief nut. Now, go to “Venting Connect neutral wire Requirements.”... -
Page 16: Direct Wire Connection
Direct Wire Connection Connect power supply cable wire If your wiring looks like this: 4-wire direct connection: Go to “4-Wire Direct Connection” on this page. If your wiring looks like this: 3-wire direct connection: Go to “3-Wire Direct Connection” on page 17. 4-Wire Direct Wire Connection IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes Place hooked end of ground wire (E) (green... - Page 17 3-Wire Direct Wire Connection Connect neutral wire Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire. Prepare your 3-wire cable for direct connection Place hooked end of neutral wire (white or center) (D) of direct wire cable under center terminal block screw (B), hook facing right.
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Page 18: Venting
VENTING Exhaust hoods: n An exhaust hood should cap the vent to keep rodents and Venting Requirements insects from entering the home. n Must be at least 12" (305 mm) from ground or any object that may obstruct exhaust (such as flowers, rocks, bushes, or snow). -
Page 19: Plan Vent System
Special provisions for mobile homes: Plan Vent System Exhaust vent must be securely fastened to a noncombustible portion of mobile home and must not terminate beneath the Choose your exhaust installation type mobile home. Terminate exhaust vent outside. Recommended exhaust installation: A. -
Page 20: Connect Vent
CONNECT VENT Install Vent System Install exhaust hood 12" min. (305 mm) Connect vent to exhaust outlet 12" min. (305 mm) Install exhaust hood and use caulking compound to seal exterior wall opening around exhaust hood. Connect vent to exhaust hood Using a 4"... -
Page 21: Level Dryer
LEVEL DRYER COMPLETE INSTALLATION CHECKLIST Level dryer 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. Place Dispose of/recycle all packaging materials. level here Check dryer’s final location. -
Page 22: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/product_help - for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call. If you experience Solution Possible Causes Dryer Operation Dryer will not run Make sure the dryer door is closed completely. Door not closed completely. - Page 23 TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/product_help - for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call. If you experience Possible Causes Solution Dryer Results Clothes are not drying Lint screen is clogged with lint. Clean lint screen before each load.
- Page 24 TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/product_help - for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call. If you experience Possible Causes Solution Dryer Results (cont.) Stains on load Improper use of fabric softener. Add dryer fabric softener sheets at the beginning of the cycle.
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Page 27: Warranty
MAYTAG LAUNDRY WARRANTY ® LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is installed, operated, and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Maytag brand of Whirlpool Corporation or Whirlpool Canada LP (hereafter “Maytag”) will pay for factory specified replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship that existed when this major appliance was purchased. -
Page 28: Assistance Or Service
These parts will fit right and work right because they are made with the same precision used to build every new MAYTAG appliance. ® To locate factory specified replacement parts, assistance in your area, or accessories: Maytag Services, LLC 1-800-688-9900 www.maytag.com 1-800-901-2042 (Accessories) www.maytag.com/accessories or call your nearest designated service center or refer to your Yellow Pages telephone directory.