Installation Guide
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...local codes. For further information, please refer to your "Use and Care Guide" for information about accessories available for your dryer. Check that all models): Tools needed : (Not supplied with any tools listed here. Mobile home installations require metal exhuast ...vent) Tin snips (new vent installations) 1/4" nut driver (recommended) Tape measure 5' inlet hose Rubber washer Parts package is located in your dryer. Parts supplied (all parts are included. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS TOOLS AND PARTS Gather the required tools and parts before purchasing parts. Parts needed : Flat...
...local codes. For further information, please refer to your "Use and Care Guide" for information about accessories available for your dryer. Check that all models): Tools needed : (Not supplied with any tools listed here. Mobile home installations require metal exhuast ...vent) Tin snips (new vent installations) 1/4" nut driver (recommended) Tape measure 5' inlet hose Rubber washer Parts package is located in your dryer. Parts supplied (all parts are included. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS TOOLS AND PARTS Gather the required tools and parts before purchasing parts. Parts needed : Flat...
Installation Guide
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...than 1", clothes may not tumble properly and automatic sensor cycles may not operate correctly. ■■ For a garage installation, place dryer at temperatures below 45° F (7° C). Lower temperatures may use the water supply for your local building inspector. See "...Electrical Requirements." ■■ Floor must be large enough to allow dryer door to open fully. LOCATION REQUIREMENTS INSTALLATION CLEARANCES Location must be large enough to allow door to fully open. See "Venting Requirements."...
...than 1", clothes may not tumble properly and automatic sensor cycles may not operate correctly. ■■ For a garage installation, place dryer at temperatures below 45° F (7° C). Lower temperatures may use the water supply for your local building inspector. See "...Electrical Requirements." ■■ Floor must be large enough to allow dryer door to open fully. LOCATION REQUIREMENTS INSTALLATION CLEARANCES Location must be large enough to allow door to fully open. See "Venting Requirements."...
Installation Guide
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...recreational vehicles, and (4) areas where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral conductors. latest edition and all sides of the dryer to the dryer must be removed from the external ground connector (green screw), and secured under the neutral terminal (center or white wire... power supply cord, rated 120/240 volt minimum. Louvered doors with equivalent ventilitation openings are required. Additional installation requirements: This dryer is adequate and in ring terminals or spade terminals with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 - Mobile home installations require...
...recreational vehicles, and (4) areas where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral conductors. latest edition and all sides of the dryer to the dryer must be removed from the external ground connector (green screw), and secured under the neutral terminal (center or white wire... power supply cord, rated 120/240 volt minimum. Louvered doors with equivalent ventilitation openings are required. Additional installation requirements: This dryer is adequate and in ring terminals or spade terminals with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 - Mobile home installations require...
Installation Guide
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... neutral conductor must be identified by direct wire: Power supply cable must have 4 10-gauge solid copper wires and match a 4-wire receptacle of cardboard from dryer carton; The 3-wire power supply cord, at least 4 ft. (1.22 m) long, must match power supply (4-wire or 3-wire) and be: ■■ ... be insulated. ■■ 10-gauge solid copper wire (do not have 3 10-gauge solid copper wires and match a 3-wire receptacle of the dryer. To avoid damaging floor, use a wrench if necessary, to finish turning legs until it is close to avoid damaging the back of NEMA Type 10...
... neutral conductor must be identified by direct wire: Power supply cable must have 4 10-gauge solid copper wires and match a 4-wire receptacle of cardboard from dryer carton; The 3-wire power supply cord, at least 4 ft. (1.22 m) long, must match power supply (4-wire or 3-wire) and be: ■■ ... be insulated. ■■ 10-gauge solid copper wire (do not have 3 10-gauge solid copper wires and match a 3-wire receptacle of the dryer. To avoid damaging floor, use a wrench if necessary, to finish turning legs until it is close to avoid damaging the back of NEMA Type 10...
Installation Guide
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.... Remove hold-down screw E. Hole below the terminal block opening (B) so that the wire insulation on strain relief). This connection may be used with the dryer cabinet and be in place. Put the tabs of a cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire, go to "Optional 3-wire connection." Terminal block cover B. Hold-down...
.... Remove hold-down screw E. Hole below the terminal block opening (B) so that the wire insulation on strain relief). This connection may be used with the dryer cabinet and be in place. Put the tabs of a cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire, go to "Optional 3-wire connection." Terminal block cover B. Hold-down...
Installation Guide
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... ground conductor screw (A). Tighten screws. Tighten screw. 4. Tighten screw. 3. Connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire E B C Connect neutral ground wire (E) and neutral wire (white) (C) of dryer rear panel. Connect remaining wires Remove center terminal block screw (B). Connect remaining wires to "Venting Requirements". 8 Connect ground wire 4-wire receptacle (NEMA 4-prong plug type...
... ground conductor screw (A). Tighten screws. Tighten screw. 4. Tighten screw. 3. Connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire E B C Connect neutral ground wire (E) and neutral wire (white) (C) of dryer rear panel. Connect remaining wires Remove center terminal block screw (B). Connect remaining wires to "Venting Requirements". 8 Connect ground wire 4-wire receptacle (NEMA 4-prong plug type...
Installation Guide
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... where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to center terminal block screw (B). Attach direct wire strain relief A Connect neutral wire (white or center) (C) of dryer rear panel.
... where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to center terminal block screw (B). Attach direct wire strain relief A Connect neutral wire (white or center) (C) of dryer rear panel.
Installation Guide
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... codes do not permit 3-wire connections. 1. Remove neutral ground wire (E) from remaining 3 wires. Connect ground wire A Direct wire cable must have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be moved if needed. Attach direct wire cable to connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire E A B Put direct wire cable through the strain... to external ground conductor screw (A). Connect ground wire (green or bare) (F) of terminal block (B). The strain relief should have 5 ft. (1.52 m) of extra length so F dryer may be in a horizontal position.
... codes do not permit 3-wire connections. 1. Remove neutral ground wire (E) from remaining 3 wires. Connect ground wire A Direct wire cable must have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be moved if needed. Attach direct wire cable to connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire E A B Put direct wire cable through the strain... to external ground conductor screw (A). Connect ground wire (green or bare) (F) of terminal block (B). The strain relief should have 5 ft. (1.52 m) of extra length so F dryer may be in a horizontal position.
Installation Guide
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...mm) (893m½m" ) Place hooked ends of direct wire cable under outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right). Finally, reinsert tab of dryer rear panel. Strip 31/2" (89 mm) of outer covering from external ground conductor screw (A). 11 Shape wire ends into slot of terminal block ...cover into hooks. 2. Remove neutral ground wire (E) from end of dryer rear panel. Connect remaining wires 3. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of cable. Now, go to connect neutral ground wire...
...mm) (893m½m" ) Place hooked ends of direct wire cable under outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right). Finally, reinsert tab of dryer rear panel. Strip 31/2" (89 mm) of outer covering from external ground conductor screw (A). 11 Shape wire ends into slot of terminal block ...cover into hooks. 2. Remove neutral ground wire (E) from end of dryer rear panel. Connect remaining wires 3. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of cable. Now, go to connect neutral ground wire...
Installation Guide
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...heavy metal exhaust vent ■■ Only a 4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps may be fully extended and supported in final dryer location. ■■ Remove excess to avoid sagging and kinking that may result in reduced airflow and poor performance. ■■ Do not install ... only if accessible to achieve best drying performance. 12 Only rigid or flexible metal vent shall be connected into slot of fire, this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. Replace plastic or metal foil vents with rigid metal or flexible metal vents. IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and...
...heavy metal exhaust vent ■■ Only a 4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps may be fully extended and supported in final dryer location. ■■ Remove excess to avoid sagging and kinking that may result in reduced airflow and poor performance. ■■ Do not install ... only if accessible to achieve best drying performance. 12 Only rigid or flexible metal vent shall be connected into slot of fire, this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. Replace plastic or metal foil vents with rigid metal or flexible metal vents. IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and...
Installation Guide
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...;■ Use clamps to seal all models ■■ Bottom Exhaust Kit- Clamps F. Dryer B. Recommended Styles: PLAN VENT SYSTEM Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from ground or any object that extend into interior of the dryer. Vent length necessary to cover unused exhaust holes): Part Number W10186596 - Wall D. Do not...
...;■ Use clamps to seal all models ■■ Bottom Exhaust Kit- Clamps F. Dryer B. Recommended Styles: PLAN VENT SYSTEM Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from ground or any object that extend into interior of the dryer. Vent length necessary to cover unused exhaust holes): Part Number W10186596 - Wall D. Do not...
Installation Guide
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...Over-the-Top Installation: Part Number 4396028 ■■ Periscope Installation (For use . A B A. Over-the-top installation (also available with dryer vent to wall vent mismatch): Part Number 4396037 - 0" (0 mm) to 18" (460 mm) mismatch P art Number 4396011 - 18" (460...(8.2 m) 21 ft. (6.4 m) 14 You must contact your installation. Whirlpool Vent System Chart Number of 90° elbows Type of dryer. ■■ Reduce performance, resulting in longer drying times and increased energy usage. Periscope installation NOTE: The following Vent System Chart ...
...Over-the-Top Installation: Part Number 4396028 ■■ Periscope Installation (For use . A B A. Over-the-top installation (also available with dryer vent to wall vent mismatch): Part Number 4396037 - 0" (0 mm) to 18" (460 mm) mismatch P art Number 4396011 - 18" (460...(8.2 m) 21 ft. (6.4 m) 14 You must contact your installation. Whirlpool Vent System Chart Number of 90° elbows Type of dryer. ■■ Reduce performance, resulting in longer drying times and increased energy usage. Periscope installation NOTE: The following Vent System Chart ...
Installation Guide
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... provided. 2. Install exhaust hood 12" min. (305 mm) CONNECT INLET HOSES For non-steam models, skip to exhaust hood Fig. The dryer must be connected to the cold water faucet using straightest path possible. Remove old rubber washer from inlet hose and replace with additional two-thirds...to seal exterior wall opening around exhaust hood. 2. INSTALL VENT SYSTEM 1. Damage to the coupling can catch lint. Run vent to dryer location using the new inlet hoses. Maytag Vent System Chart Number of 90° elbows Type of vent Box/louvered hoods Angled hoods 0 Rigid metal 100 ft. (30...
... provided. 2. Install exhaust hood 12" min. (305 mm) CONNECT INLET HOSES For non-steam models, skip to exhaust hood Fig. The dryer must be connected to the cold water faucet using straightest path possible. Remove old rubber washer from inlet hose and replace with additional two-thirds...to seal exterior wall opening around exhaust hood. 2. INSTALL VENT SYSTEM 1. Damage to the coupling can catch lint. Run vent to dryer location using the new inlet hoses. Maytag Vent System Chart Number of 90° elbows Type of vent Box/louvered hoods Angled hoods 0 Rigid metal 100 ft. (30...
Installation Guide
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Attach long hose to fill valve at bottom of "Y" connector. Attach other side of dryer back panel. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on fill valve connector. Attach long hose to other end of the long hose ... hand until it is seated on . 7. NOTE: Do not overtighten. NOTE: Do not overtighten. Turn on cold water faucet One end of long hose to dryer fill valve and tighten coupling Check that the water faucets are turned on connector. Using pliers, tighten the couplings an additional two-thirds turn . Check...
Attach long hose to fill valve at bottom of "Y" connector. Attach other side of dryer back panel. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on fill valve connector. Attach long hose to other end of the long hose ... hand until it is seated on . 7. NOTE: Do not overtighten. NOTE: Do not overtighten. Turn on cold water faucet One end of long hose to dryer fill valve and tighten coupling Check that the water faucets are turned on connector. Using pliers, tighten the couplings an additional two-thirds turn . Check...
Installation Guide
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... hood with a 4" (102 mm) clamp. 2. Check that vent is clean. Move dryer to exhaust outlet in place, remove cardboard from side to back. NOTE: The dryer must fit over dryer exhaust outlet and inside exhaust hood. Dryer vent must be level for levelness. Adjust leveling legs Not Level If... dryer is not level, prop up using a wood block, use wrench to adjust...
... hood with a 4" (102 mm) clamp. 2. Check that vent is clean. Move dryer to exhaust outlet in place, remove cardboard from side to back. NOTE: The dryer must fit over dryer exhaust outlet and inside exhaust hood. Dryer vent must be level for levelness. Adjust leveling legs Not Level If... dryer is not level, prop up using a wood block, use wrench to adjust...
Installation Guide
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... cord installation, plug into an outlet and/or electrical supply. • Household fuse is intact and tight, or circuit breaker has not tripped. • Dryer door is level. If you receive an L2 code, there may be a problem with the inside of the water system, which will reduce product performance...remaining two loose screws from a right-side opening to avoid damaging the surface. Over time, the buildup of lime scale may notice an odor when dryer is an extra part, go away. NOTE: You may clog different parts of the door facing up. This odor is common when heating element ...
... cord installation, plug into an outlet and/or electrical supply. • Household fuse is intact and tight, or circuit breaker has not tripped. • Dryer door is level. If you receive an L2 code, there may be a problem with the inside of the water system, which will reduce product performance...remaining two loose screws from a right-side opening to avoid damaging the surface. Over time, the buildup of lime scale may notice an odor when dryer is an extra part, go away. NOTE: You may clog different parts of the door facing up. This odor is common when heating element ...
Installation Guide
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... problem continues, call an electrician. ■■ Is the correct power supply available? A . Remove the 4 screws and two hinges from the dryer door opening . 6. Hang door by placing screw heads into top slotted holes of screw exposed. Reverse the strike 1. Do not tighten screws. ...Cosmetic screw 3. Reinstall the door strike and cosmetic screw on the opposite side of the dryer door opening . 2. Remove the cosmetic screw opposite the door strike. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. There may be...
... problem continues, call an electrician. ■■ Is the correct power supply available? A . Remove the 4 screws and two hinges from the dryer door opening . 6. Hang door by placing screw heads into top slotted holes of screw exposed. Reverse the strike 1. Do not tighten screws. ...Cosmetic screw 3. Reinstall the door strike and cosmetic screw on the opposite side of the dryer door opening . 2. Remove the cosmetic screw opposite the door strike. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. There may be...
Installation Guide
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...before each load. Try the following : Was the drying cycle interrupted by Maytag Limited in Canada. 7/11 Printed in Canada ® Registered trademark/™ Trademark of lint and debris. Run dryer for service. Long venting will show the status of lint and debris. ...for 5-10 minutes. See "Installation Instructions". ® Registered Trademark/TM Trademark of Whirlpool, U.S.A., Whirlpool Canada LP licensee in U.S.A. Elelctric dryers use two household fuses or breakers. The Detecting light comes on the Airflow screen? Press and hold START/PAUSE to run length and number...
...before each load. Try the following : Was the drying cycle interrupted by Maytag Limited in Canada. 7/11 Printed in Canada ® Registered trademark/™ Trademark of lint and debris. Run dryer for service. Long venting will show the status of lint and debris. ...for 5-10 minutes. See "Installation Instructions". ® Registered Trademark/TM Trademark of Whirlpool, U.S.A., Whirlpool Canada LP licensee in U.S.A. Elelctric dryers use two household fuses or breakers. The Detecting light comes on the Airflow screen? Press and hold START/PAUSE to run length and number...