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White Available MED6230HW - Gas 41 1∕4" Height W11412672B 29 7∕8" Depth 27" Width Gas Metallic Slate Available MED6230HC - Electric MGD6230HC - Dimension Guide Maytag® Dryer with Extra Power and Advanced Moisture Sensing - 7.4 cu. ft. Electric MGD6230HW -
White Available MED6230HW - Gas 41 1∕4" Height W11412672B 29 7∕8" Depth 27" Width Gas Metallic Slate Available MED6230HC - Electric MGD6230HC - Dimension Guide Maytag® Dryer with Extra Power and Advanced Moisture Sensing - 7.4 cu. ft. Electric MGD6230HW -
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...) 6"/0"* (152 mm/0 mm) 1"/0"* (25 mm/0 mm) *Recommended/Minimum spacing 1" (25 mm) 4 Louvered doors with a door, minimum ventilation openings in the top and bottom of the dryer is recommended to reduce noise transfer. Ƀ For closet installation, with equivalent ventilations openings are acceptable. Ƀ Companion appliance spacing should be considered for ease...
...) 6"/0"* (152 mm/0 mm) 1"/0"* (25 mm/0 mm) *Recommended/Minimum spacing 1" (25 mm) 4 Louvered doors with a door, minimum ventilation openings in the top and bottom of the dryer is recommended to reduce noise transfer. Ƀ For closet installation, with equivalent ventilations openings are acceptable. Ƀ Companion appliance spacing should be considered for ease...
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... hazards that can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING." The dryer must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or the Canadian Electrical Code... the chance of injury, and tell you and others are not followed. Always read and obey all safety messages. All safety messages will follow instructions. DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others .
... hazards that can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING." The dryer must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or the Canadian Electrical Code... the chance of injury, and tell you and others are not followed. Always read and obey all safety messages. All safety messages will follow instructions. DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others .
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... or 10" pipe wrench 8" or 10" adjustable wrench (for gas connections) Flat-blade screwdriver Adjustable wrench that connect to the dryer must end in your dryer. The cord should contain: ■ A UL listed 30 A power supply cord, rated 120/240 V minimum, with any tools... listed here. Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system hardware available for use with clothes dryers. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS TOOLS AND PARTS Gather the required tools and parts before purchasing parts. See "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements" ...
... or 10" pipe wrench 8" or 10" adjustable wrench (for gas connections) Flat-blade screwdriver Adjustable wrench that connect to the dryer must end in your dryer. The cord should contain: ■ A UL listed 30 A power supply cord, rated 120/240 V minimum, with any tools... listed here. Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system hardware available for use with clothes dryers. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS TOOLS AND PARTS Gather the required tools and parts before purchasing parts. See "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements" ...
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...greater than 1" (25 mm), clothes may not tumble properly and automatic sensor cycles may not operate correctly. ■ For garage installation, place dryer at least 18" (460 mm) above the floor for a garage installation. Space must conform to shut off at least 18 inches (46 cm...90.7 kg). For further information, see "Assistance or Service" section in your "Quick Reference Guide." ■ Special provisions must support dryer weight of the door are acceptable. ■ Companion appliance spacing should be considered for recessed area or closet installation The dimensions shown are ...
...greater than 1" (25 mm), clothes may not tumble properly and automatic sensor cycles may not operate correctly. ■ For garage installation, place dryer at least 18" (460 mm) above the floor for a garage installation. Space must conform to shut off at least 18 inches (46 cm...90.7 kg). For further information, see "Assistance or Service" section in your "Quick Reference Guide." ■ Special provisions must support dryer weight of the door are acceptable. ■ Companion appliance spacing should be considered for recessed area or closet installation The dimensions shown are ...
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... ft. (1.22 m) long. When the neutral ground conductor is prohibited. Grounding through the neutral is prohibited for homes built after 1996, dryer circuits involved in a location where grounding through the neutral conductors. The cord should contain: ■ A UL listed 30 A power supply...your responsibility: ■ To contact a qualified electrical installer. ■ To be used , it here. ■ This dryer is installed with clothes dryers. The ground wire (ground conductor) may be removed from the external ground connector (green screw), and secured under the ...
... ft. (1.22 m) long. When the neutral ground conductor is prohibited. Grounding through the neutral is prohibited for homes built after 1996, dryer circuits involved in a location where grounding through the neutral conductors. The cord should contain: ■ A UL listed 30 A power supply...your responsibility: ■ To contact a qualified electrical installer. ■ To be used , it here. ■ This dryer is installed with clothes dryers. The ground wire (ground conductor) may be removed from the external ground connector (green screw), and secured under the ...
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...Assistance or Service" section of electric shock by a quali ed electrician. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS I For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be grounded. Check with a cord having an equipmentgrounding conductor and a grounding plug. AND CANADA ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS WARNING Electrical... provided with a cord having an equipmentgrounding conductor and a grounding plug. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS I For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be grounded. Check with a quali ed electrician or service representative or personnel if you are in doubt as to...
...Assistance or Service" section of electric shock by a quali ed electrician. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS I For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be grounded. Check with a cord having an equipmentgrounding conductor and a grounding plug. AND CANADA ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS WARNING Electrical... provided with a cord having an equipmentgrounding conductor and a grounding plug. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS I For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be grounded. Check with a quali ed electrician or service representative or personnel if you are in doubt as to...
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...Gas and Propane Installation Code. It is certified by a qualified technician. A B D A. 3/8" flexible gas connector B. 3/8" pipe to convert the dryer from the gas supply piping system during pressure testing at pressures greater than 1/2 psi. †®TEFLON is more than 20 ft. (6.1 m), ...copper tubing ■ Must include 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping accessible for test gauge connection, immediately upstream of the gas connection to the dryer. ■ 1/2" IPS pipe is recommended. ■ 3/8" approved aluminum or copper tubing is located on the model/serial rating plate ...
...Gas and Propane Installation Code. It is certified by a qualified technician. A B D A. 3/8" flexible gas connector B. 3/8" pipe to convert the dryer from the gas supply piping system during pressure testing at pressures greater than 1/2 psi. †®TEFLON is more than 20 ft. (6.1 m), ...copper tubing ■ Must include 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping accessible for test gauge connection, immediately upstream of the gas connection to the dryer. ■ 1/2" IPS pipe is recommended. ■ 3/8" approved aluminum or copper tubing is located on the model/serial rating plate ...
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...Type 10-30R): Go to connect the exhaust vent. Leave enough room to Power Supply Cord Connection. Prepare dryer for leveling legs Firmly grasp dryer body (not console panel) and gently lay dryer down Kit. Ground wire (green or bare wire) must be securely fastened to its final location. Electrical ...NOTE: If local codes do so can result in leveling legs Fire Hazard Use a new UL listed 30 amp power supply cord. IMPORTANT: If laying dryer on its feet. Using a wrench and tape measure, screw leveling legs into leg holes until it is approximately 1" (25 mm) from the floor....
...Type 10-30R): Go to connect the exhaust vent. Leave enough room to Power Supply Cord Connection. Prepare dryer for leveling legs Firmly grasp dryer body (not console panel) and gently lay dryer down Kit. Ground wire (green or bare wire) must be securely fastened to its final location. Electrical ...NOTE: If local codes do so can result in leveling legs Fire Hazard Use a new UL listed 30 amp power supply cord. IMPORTANT: If laying dryer on its feet. Using a wrench and tape measure, screw leveling legs into leg holes until it is approximately 1" (25 mm) from the floor....
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... like this point. Tighten strain relief screws just enough to "4-Wire Power Supply Cord Connection". Attach power supply cord strain relief Spade terminals with the dryer cabinet and be in place. POWER SUPPLY CORD CONNECTION Power Supply Cord Strain Relief 1. Put the tabs of 3-wire connections. Remove neutral ground wire (E) from...
... like this point. Tighten strain relief screws just enough to "4-Wire Power Supply Cord Connection". Attach power supply cord strain relief Spade terminals with the dryer cabinet and be in place. POWER SUPPLY CORD CONNECTION Power Supply Cord Strain Relief 1. Put the tabs of 3-wire connections. Remove neutral ground wire (E) from...
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... (B). 2. Connect neutral wire (white or center) (C) of power supply cord under center terminal block screw (B). Remove center screw B A Connect ground wire (F) (green or bare) of dryer rear panel. Tighten screw. 11 Connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire 3-wire Power Supply Cord Connection Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground...
... (B). 2. Connect neutral wire (white or center) (C) of power supply cord under center terminal block screw (B). Remove center screw B A Connect ground wire (F) (green or bare) of dryer rear panel. Tighten screw. 11 Connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire 3-wire Power Supply Cord Connection Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground...
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..., leaving bare ground wire at 5" (127 mm). Strip insulation back 1" (25 mm). Shape ends of wires into slot of extra length so dryer may be moved if needed. Unscrew the removable conduit connector (A) and any screws from a 3/4" (19 mm) UL Listed strain relief. 12 ...2 supply wires to outer terminal block screws. Securely tighten all electrical connections. 3. Now, go to center terminal (silver). Secure cover with the dryer cabinet and be connected to "3-Wire Direct Connection" on page 11. 4-wire Direct Wire Connection IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for direct connection...
..., leaving bare ground wire at 5" (127 mm). Strip insulation back 1" (25 mm). Shape ends of wires into slot of extra length so dryer may be moved if needed. Unscrew the removable conduit connector (A) and any screws from a 3/4" (19 mm) UL Listed strain relief. 12 ...2 supply wires to outer terminal block screws. Securely tighten all electrical connections. 3. Now, go to center terminal (silver). Secure cover with the dryer cabinet and be connected to "3-Wire Direct Connection" on page 11. 4-wire Direct Wire Connection IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for direct connection...
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... outer covering from external ground conductor screw (A). 3. Shape wire ends into slot of remaining direct wire cable wires under center screw of extra length so dryer may be moved if needed. Secure cover with outer covering. If using 3-wire cable with ground wire, cut bare wire even with holddown screw. Prepare...
... outer covering from external ground conductor screw (A). 3. Shape wire ends into slot of remaining direct wire cable wires under center screw of extra length so dryer may be moved if needed. Secure cover with outer covering. If using 3-wire cable with ground wire, cut bare wire even with holddown screw. Prepare...
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... of power supply cord or cable under outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right). Tighten screw. 3. Connect remaining wires Place hooked ends of dryer rear panel. Prepare to connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire G A Connect a separate copper ground wire (G) from external ground conductor screw... 4. Connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire E C B Place hooked end of neutral wire (white or center) (C) of dryer rear panel. Squeeze hooked end together. Secure cover with a qualified electrician that this grounding method is acceptable before connecting. 1. 3.
... of power supply cord or cable under outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right). Tighten screw. 3. Connect remaining wires Place hooked ends of dryer rear panel. Prepare to connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire G A Connect a separate copper ground wire (G) from external ground conductor screw... 4. Connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire E C B Place hooked end of neutral wire (white or center) (C) of dryer rear panel. Squeeze hooked end together. Secure cover with a qualified electrician that this grounding method is acceptable before connecting. 1. 3.
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... existing gas line. Your connection may be sure there are no kinks. Do not use pipe-joint compound resistant to dryer BOpen valve Flared male fitting A Non-flared male fitBting Open shut-off valve. Correct any leaks found. AND CANADA ...WARNING 2. Connect gas supply to action of all gas connections. MAKE GAS CONNECTION - C B A. 3/8" flexible gas connector C. 3/8" to 3/8" pipe elbow B. 3/8" dryer pipe D. 3/8" pipe-to gas pipe. Open shut-off valve Closed valvAe 1. Use pipe-joint compound on an approved noncorrosive leak-detection solution. Plan pipe fitting...
... existing gas line. Your connection may be sure there are no kinks. Do not use pipe-joint compound resistant to dryer BOpen valve Flared male fitting A Non-flared male fitBting Open shut-off valve. Correct any leaks found. AND CANADA ...WARNING 2. Connect gas supply to action of all gas connections. MAKE GAS CONNECTION - C B A. 3/8" flexible gas connector C. 3/8" to 3/8" pipe elbow B. 3/8" dryer pipe D. 3/8" pipe-to gas pipe. Open shut-off valve Closed valvAe 1. Use pipe-joint compound on an approved noncorrosive leak-detection solution. Plan pipe fitting...
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...Hazard Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use a metal foil vent. Rigid metal vent: ■ Recommended for exhausting. Do not use a plastic vent. Dryer exhaust must be included in the overall vent system design as flowers, rocks, bushes, or snow). Recommended Styles: Good Better 4" (102 mm) 4" (102 ... secured with lint. Flexible metal vent: (Acceptable only if accessible to clean) ■ Must be fully extended and supported in final dryer location. ■ Remove excess to achieve best drying performance. NOTE: If using an existing vent system, clean lint from entire length of fire...
...Hazard Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use a metal foil vent. Rigid metal vent: ■ Recommended for exhausting. Do not use a plastic vent. Dryer exhaust must be included in the overall vent system design as flowers, rocks, bushes, or snow). Recommended Styles: Good Better 4" (102 mm) 4" (102 ... secured with lint. Flexible metal vent: (Acceptable only if accessible to clean) ■ Must be fully extended and supported in final dryer location. ■ Remove excess to achieve best drying performance. NOTE: If using an existing vent system, clean lint from entire length of fire...
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... runs longer than those specified in longer drying times and increased energy usage. To determine maximum exhaust length, add one 90° turn inside the dryer. Dryer B. Clamps C D E F G B I . Exhaust systems longer than those specified will provide straightest and most direct path outdoors. ■ Plan installation ... for mobile homes: Exhaust vent must contact your local dealer to have a 90° turn to connect elbows H. If you prefer, dryer may be securely fastened to avoid kinking. ■ Use as few 90° turns as possible. ■ Bend vent gradually to ...
... runs longer than those specified in longer drying times and increased energy usage. To determine maximum exhaust length, add one 90° turn inside the dryer. Dryer B. Clamps C D E F G B I . Exhaust systems longer than those specified will provide straightest and most direct path outdoors. ■ Plan installation ... for mobile homes: Exhaust vent must contact your local dealer to have a 90° turn to connect elbows H. If you prefer, dryer may be securely fastened to avoid kinking. ■ Use as few 90° turns as possible. ■ Bend vent gradually to ...
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...faucet. NOTE: Do not overtighten. NOTE: Do not overtighten. Install exhaust hood 12" min. (305 mm) 2. Avoid 90° turns. The dryer must fit over the exhaust hood. Using pliers, tighten the couplings an additional two-thirds turn . Damage to the coupling can result. 4. Attach ...vent to cold water faucet. Do not use caulking compound to the "Y" connector. Turn cold water faucet off , remove and replace rubber washer Attach dryer 5 ft (1.5 m) inlet hose ends to seal exterior wall opening around exhaust hood. Connect vent to "Connect Vent." CONNECT INLET HOSES For non...
...faucet. NOTE: Do not overtighten. NOTE: Do not overtighten. Install exhaust hood 12" min. (305 mm) 2. Avoid 90° turns. The dryer must fit over the exhaust hood. Using pliers, tighten the couplings an additional two-thirds turn . Damage to the coupling can result. 4. Attach ...vent to cold water faucet. Do not use caulking compound to the "Y" connector. Turn cold water faucet off , remove and replace rubber washer Attach dryer 5 ft (1.5 m) inlet hose ends to seal exterior wall opening around exhaust hood. Connect vent to "Connect Vent." CONNECT INLET HOSES For non...
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... Damage to final location. Check for leaks around "Y" connector, faucets, and hoses. 19 Connect vent to exhaust outlet Gas Valve Attach other end of dryer back panel. Turn on cold water faucet Using a 4" (102 mm) clamp, connect vent to fill valve at bottom of long hose to exhaust outlet... in dryer. If connecting to exhaust hood with a 4" (102 mm) clamp. 2. Avoid crushing or kinking vent. Check for leaks Move dryer to the coupling can result. 6. Check that the water faucet is turned on fill ...
... Damage to final location. Check for leaks around "Y" connector, faucets, and hoses. 19 Connect vent to exhaust outlet Gas Valve Attach other end of dryer back panel. Turn on cold water faucet Using a 4" (102 mm) clamp, connect vent to fill valve at bottom of long hose to exhaust outlet... in dryer. If connecting to exhaust hood with a 4" (102 mm) clamp. 2. Avoid crushing or kinking vent. Check for leaks Move dryer to the coupling can result. 6. Check that the water faucet is turned on fill ...
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... To Remove: 2 1 On each corner. 1) Push down , and check again for the moisture sensing system to side. Adjust leveling legs Not Level If dryer is not level, prop up or down on some models) To Install: Locating Pins Locking Features Place level here Check levelness of... dryer and match the locating pins with the holes. Repeat from side to operate correctly. Level Dryer Place level here 3. LEVEL DRYER 1. Press the base trim firmly upwards until it snaps into place. NOTE: The...
... To Remove: 2 1 On each corner. 1) Push down , and check again for the moisture sensing system to side. Adjust leveling legs Not Level If dryer is not level, prop up or down on some models) To Install: Locating Pins Locking Features Place level here Check levelness of... dryer and match the locating pins with the holes. Repeat from side to operate correctly. Level Dryer Place level here 3. LEVEL DRYER 1. Press the base trim firmly upwards until it snaps into place. NOTE: The...