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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.
AVERTISSEMENT: Assurez-vous de bien
suivre les instructions données dans cette notice
pour réduire au minimum le risque d'incendie
ou d'explosion ou pour éviter tout dommage
matériel, toute blessure ou la mort.
— Ne pas entreposer ni utiliser d'essence ni
d'autres vapeurs ou liquides inflammables à
proximité de cet appareil ou de tout autre
appareil.
— QUE FAIRE SI VOUS SENTEZ UNE ODEUR
DE GAZ:
• Ne pas tenter d'allumer d'appareils.
• Ne touchez à aucun interrupteur. Ne pas
vous servir des téléphones se trouvant dans
le bâtiment.
• Évacuez la pièce, le bâtiment ou la zone.
• Appelez immédiatement votre fournisseur
de gaz depuis un voisin. Suivez les
instructions du fournisseur.
• Si vous ne pouvez rejoindre le fournisseur
de gaz, appelez le service des incendies.
— L'installation et l'entretien doivent être assurés par
un installateur ou un service d'entretien qualifié
ou par le fournisseur de gaz.
RETAIN THESE
INSTRUCTIONS IN A
SAFE PLACE FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE
Part No. 113184
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- Page 1 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.
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Page 2: Pour Votre Sécurité
These instructions must be posted in a prominent location near the dryer. Important For your convenience, log the following information: MAYTAG CO. 403 West Fourth Street North Newton, Iowa 50208 (641) 787-7000 “IMPORTANT NOTE TO PURCHASER”... -
Page 3: For Your Safety
YOU MUST DISCONNECT AND LOCKOUT THE ELECTRIC SUPPLY AND THE GAS SUPPLY BEFORE ANY COVERS OR GUARDS ARE REMOVED FROM THE MACHINE TO ALLOW ACCESS FOR CLEANING, ADJUSTING, INSTALLATION, OR TESTING OF ANY EQUIPMENT PER OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) STANDARDS. - Page 4 The dryer must never be operated with any of the back guards, outer tops, or service panels removed. PERSONAL INJURY OR FIRE COULD RESULT. DRYER MUST NEVER BE OPERATED WITHOUT THE LINT FILTER/SCREEN IN PLACE, EVEN IF AN EXTERNAL LINT COLLECTION SYSTEM IS USED. PLEASE OBSERVE ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS displayed on the equipment and/or specified in the installation manual included with the dryer.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents SECTION I SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ... 2 SECTION II SPECIFICATIONS/COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION ... 4 A. Specifications ... 4 B. Component Identification ... 6 SECTION III INSTALLATION PROCEDURES ... 8 A. Location Requirements ... 8 B. Unpacking/Setting Up ... 9 C. -
Page 6: Safety Precautions
4. Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or gas supplier. 5. Dryer(s) must be exhausted to the outdoors. 6. Although Maytag produces a very versatile dryer, there are some articles that, due to fabric composition or cleaning method, should not be dried in it. - Page 7 ADJUSTING, INSTALLATION, OR TESTING OF ANY EQUIPMENT PER OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) STANDARDS. IMPORTANT: Dryer must be installed in a location/environment, which the ambient temperature remains between 40° F (4.44° C) and 130° F (54.44° C). 113184-7 Maytag Co.
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Page 8: Specifications/Component Identification
888 lb 938 lb 60 Hz 1,200 cfm 50 Hz 1,000 cfm 204,000 Btu/hr OVEN SIZE kcal/hr Btu/hr Maytag Co. 34.02 kg 113.03 cm 63.18 cm 634.30 L 0.75 kW N / A 79.69 cm 78.74 cm 31” N / A... - Page 9 Specifications – Gas NOTE: The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice or obligation. 113184-7 Maytag Co.
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Page 10: Component Identification
B. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION 1. Dryer Front View Illus. No. Description Controls Control (top access) Door Assembly Main Door Assembly Lint Compartment Area (lint screen located behind door) Data Label and Installation Label Maytag Co. 113184-7... - Page 11 Electric Service Relay Box Basket (tumbler) Bearing Mount Assembly Idler Bearing Mount Assembly Basket (tumbler) (drive) Motor Assembly (for reversing models ONLY) Blower Motor Assembly Dryer Exhaust * Electric service connections for gas models are made in this box. 113184-7 Maytag Co.
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Page 12: Installation Procedures
8. The dryer must be located in an area where correct exhaust venting can be achieved as noted in this manual (refer to Exhaust Requirements in Section E). IMPORTANT: The dryer should be located where a minimum amount of exhaust duct will be necessary. SECTION III Maytag Co. 113184-7... -
Page 13: Unpacking/Setting Up
2. To Remove Top Console (Module) a. Remove the four (4) nuts as shown in the illustration. b. Remove the two (2) hex head self-tapping screws on the control box, also disconnect the connector in the control box (refer to the illustration). 113184-7 Maytag Co. - Page 14 Remove the two (2) self-tapping screws on the back electrical box and pull through ALL associated wires from the motor to this electrical box (refer to the illustration below). e. Reverse procedure for installing top section. Maytag Co. 113184-7...
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Page 15: Dryer Enclosure Requirements
1/16” (1.5875 mm) minimum allowance is required between dryers (or wall) for ease of installation and maintenance. Allowances must be made for the opening and closing of the control door and the lint door. 113184-7 Maytag Co. -
Page 16: Fresh Air Supply Requirements
IMPORTANT: Make-up air must be provided from a source free of dry cleaning solvent fumes. Make-up air that is contaminated by dry cleaning solvent fumes will result in irreparable damage to the motors and other dryer components. NOTE: Component failure due to dry cleaning solvent fumes will VOID THE WARRANTY. Maytag Co. 113184-7... -
Page 17: Exhaust Requirements
ALL ductwork joints must be taped to prevent moisture and lint from escaping into the building. Inspection doors should be installed at strategic points in the exhaust ductwork for periodic inspection and cleaning of lint from the ductwork. 113184-7 Maytag Co. - Page 18 IMPORTANT: Minimum duct size for a dryer that is vented horizontally is 10-inches (25.4 cm) for a round duct or an equivalent of 80 square inches (516.1 square centimeters). THE DUCT SIZE MUST NOT BE REDUCED ANYWHERE DOWNSTREAM OF THE DRYER. Maytag Co. 113184-7...
- Page 19 NOTE: When the exhaust ductwork passes through a wall, ceiling, or roof made of combustible materials, the opening must be 2-inches (5.08 cm) larger than the duct (all the way around). The duct must be centered within this opening. 113184-7 Maytag Co.
- Page 20 180° turn to point the opening downward. In either case, allow at least twice the diameter of the duct between the duct opening and the nearest obstruction. IMPORTANT: DO NOT use screens, louvers, or caps on the outside opening of the exhaust ductwork. Maytag Co. 113184-7...
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Page 21: Electrical Information
WARNING: Any damage done to dryer components due to improper voltage connections will automatically VOID THE WARRANTY. NOTE: Component failure due to improper voltage application will VOID THE WARRANTY. NOTE: The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice or obligation. 113184-7 Maytag Co. - Page 22 Provisions are made for ground connection in each dryer at the electrical service connection area. APPROX. MINIMUM AMP DRAW WIRE SIZE 60 Hz 50 Hz 13.0 — — — — — — — — — — — — Maytag Co. FUSING CIRCUIT Dual Element BREAKER Time Delay 113184-7 8/8/05...
- Page 23 A ground lug is provided in the rear electrical box to connect your service ground. Single-Phase Electrical Lead Connections White or Red Black Neutral Positive or L2 FOR 110V APPLICATIONS 113184-7 Green Ground Maytag Co.
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Page 24: Gas Information
The adjustment or conversion of dryers in the field for elevations over 2,000 feet (610 meters) is made by changing each burner orifice. If this conversion is necessary, contact the dealer who sold the dryer or contact Maytag Co. Maytag Co. -
Page 25: Type Of Gas
8.7 mb 14.92 - 29.9 mb TYPE OF GAS Natural Liquid Propane D.M.S.* Part No. Qty. D.M.S.* 140856 Maytag Co. LIQUID PROPANE 26.1 mb 10.5 inches W.C. 11.0 inches W.C. 27.4 mb Liquid Propane Conversion Kit Part Number Part No. - Page 26 L.P. gas, the supply tank, other gas-operated appliances on the same line, etc. Specific information regarding supply line size should be determined by the gas supplier. NOTE: Undersized gas supply piping can create a low or inconsistent pressure, which will result in erratic operation of the burner ignition system. Maytag Co. 113184-7...
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Page 27: Preparation For Operation/Start-Up
4. GAS MODELS – the sail switch damper assembly was installed and adjusted at the factory prior to shipping. However, each sail switch adjustment must be checked to assure that this important safety control is functioning. 113184-7 Maytag Co. -
Page 28: Preoperational Test
(W.C.) pressure is correct and consistent. NOTE: Water column pressure requirements (measured at the gas valve pressure tap): Natural Gas ... 3.5 Inches (8.7 mb) Water Column. Liquid Propane (L.P.) Gas ... 10.5 Inches (26.1 mb) Water Column. Maytag Co. 113184-7... - Page 29 If computer program changes are required, refer to the computer programming manual, which was shipped with the dryer. 6. Check to ensure that ALL setscrews (i.e., basket [tumbler] drive, idler, etc.) are tight. 113184-7 BASKET (TUMBLER) COATING Maytag Co.
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Page 30: Preoperational Instructions
If the dryer is to be shut down (taken out of service) for a period of time, the following must be performed: 1. Discontinue power to the dryer either at the external disconnect switch or the circuit breaker. 2. Discontinue the gas heat supply and SHUT OFF external gas supply shutoff valve. Maytag Co. 113184-7... -
Page 31: Routine Maintenance
Maximum operating efficiency is dependent upon proper air circulation. The accumulation of lint can restrict this airflow. If the guidelines in this section are met, a Maytag dryer will provide many years of efficient, trouble free, and most importantly, safe operation. -
Page 32: Adjustments
DO NOT have a grease fitting. Provisions are made in the bearing housing for the addition of a grease fitting, which can be obtained elsewhere, or from your Maytag dealer by ordering kit Part No. 882159, which includes two (2) fittings. -
Page 33: Data Label Information
DATA LABEL INFORMATION When contacting the Maytag dealer, or the Maytag Co., certain information is required to ensure proper service/parts information. This information is on the data label, which is affixed to the left side panel area behind the top control (access) door. When contacting Maytag Co., please have the model number and serial number readily available. -
Page 34: Procedure For Functional Check Of Replacement Components
Start the drying cycle by pressing any temperature selection keys (HI, MED, or LO). c. Verify that the applicable indicator lights on the microprocessor controller (computer) board are lit. (Refer to the illustration below.) SECTION VI Maytag Co. 113184-7... - Page 35 “LOCKOUT” (a red L.E.D. diagnostic indicator will flash). An unlit red L.E.D. diagnostic indicator indicates normal operation. A lit green L.E.D. diagnostic indicator indicates dryer controller is calling for heat and that ALL interlocks have been satisfied. 113184-7 Maytag Co.
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