Installation Guide
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...venting. Some codes limit, or do not permit, installing dryer in dryer drum. Location Requirements Adjustable wrench that all installations: Flat-blade screwdriver #2 Phillips screwdriver 8" or 10" pipe wrench 8" or 10" adjustable wrench (for gas connections) 1/4" nut driver or socket wrench (recommended) Tin... knife 4 Putty knife You will need: ■■ A location allowing for proper exhaust installation. Check that opens to LP gas Parts supplied: Tape measure Vent clamps Level Pliers Leveling legs (4) Parts package is located in garages, closets, mobile homes, or ...
...venting. Some codes limit, or do not permit, installing dryer in dryer drum. Location Requirements Adjustable wrench that all installations: Flat-blade screwdriver #2 Phillips screwdriver 8" or 10" pipe wrench 8" or 10" adjustable wrench (for gas connections) 1/4" nut driver or socket wrench (recommended) Tin... knife 4 Putty knife You will need: ■■ A location allowing for proper exhaust installation. Check that opens to LP gas Parts supplied: Tape measure Vent clamps Level Pliers Leveling legs (4) Parts package is located in garages, closets, mobile homes, or ...
Installation Guide
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...swing door B. Wide opening side-swing door B. closet or confined area C. If slope is greater than 1" (25 mm), install Extended Dryer Feet Kit, Part Number 279810. If not level, clothes may not tumble properly and automatic sensor cycles may not operate correctly. capacity washer)... Spacing 18"* (457 mm) 14" max.* (356 mm) 48 in the same closet as a dryer. ft. Recessed area B. Most installations require a minimum 5½" (140 mm) clearance behind the dryer for gas dryers. ■■ If you are using power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft...
...swing door B. Wide opening side-swing door B. closet or confined area C. If slope is greater than 1" (25 mm), install Extended Dryer Feet Kit, Part Number 279810. If not level, clothes may not tumble properly and automatic sensor cycles may not operate correctly. capacity washer)... Spacing 18"* (457 mm) 14" max.* (356 mm) 48 in the same closet as a dryer. ft. Recessed area B. Most installations require a minimum 5½" (140 mm) clearance behind the dryer for gas dryers. ■■ If you are using power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft...
Installation Guide
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...close to match height of foot is located on cardboard. 2. place under entire back edge of dryer. Now stand the dryer on the model/serial rating plate for use Gas dryers must be made by CSA International for LP (propane or butane) gases with appropriate conversion. ...use with the type of gas available, please reference the "Assistance or Service" section of 3.8 cu. Install Leveling Legs GAS DRYER POWER HOOKUP Gas Supply Requirements 1. Gas type Natural gas: This dryer is equipped for electrical connection and to convert the dryer from bottom of dryer. No attempt shall be ...
...close to match height of foot is located on cardboard. 2. place under entire back edge of dryer. Now stand the dryer on the model/serial rating plate for use Gas dryers must be made by CSA International for LP (propane or butane) gases with appropriate conversion. ...use with the type of gas available, please reference the "Assistance or Service" section of 3.8 cu. Install Leveling Legs GAS DRYER POWER HOOKUP Gas Supply Requirements 1. Gas type Natural gas: This dryer is equipped for electrical connection and to convert the dryer from bottom of dryer. No attempt shall be ...
Installation Guide
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... ■■ When installed above sea level at altitudes up to 10,000 ft. (3,048 m): ■■ The design of your dryer to reach for gas appliances, ANSI Z21.24 or CSA 6.10. Do not use larger pipe. NOTE: Pipe joint compounds that comes out through the rear of ...this elevation. E C A D ■■ If your gas dryer can use 3/8" approved tubing (if codes and gas supplier permit). ■■ If you are some guidelines for each 1,000 ft. (305 m) increase in accordance with the National Fuel...
... ■■ When installed above sea level at altitudes up to 10,000 ft. (3,048 m): ■■ The design of your dryer to reach for gas appliances, ANSI Z21.24 or CSA 6.10. Do not use larger pipe. NOTE: Pipe joint compounds that comes out through the rear of ...this elevation. E C A D ■■ If your gas dryer can use 3/8" approved tubing (if codes and gas supplier permit). ■■ If you are some guidelines for each 1,000 ft. (305 m) increase in accordance with the National Fuel...
Installation Guide
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...and supported in accordance with rigid metal or flexible metal vents. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer be connected into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Rigid metal vent: ■■ Recommended for best drying performance and to follow ...it will reduce the risk of electric shock by a quali ed electrician. Electrical Requirements WARNING VENTING Venting Requirements Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into any gas vent, chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space of a building. Review "Vent System Chart" and, if necessary,...
...and supported in accordance with rigid metal or flexible metal vents. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer be connected into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Rigid metal vent: ■■ Recommended for best drying performance and to follow ...it will reduce the risk of electric shock by a quali ed electrician. Electrical Requirements WARNING VENTING Venting Requirements Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into any gas vent, chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space of a building. Review "Vent System Chart" and, if necessary,...
Installation Guide
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...hood. 2. Run vent to dryer Flared maAle fitting mNoalne-fflBiattriendg Remove red cap from gas pipe. Open shut-off valve Closed Avalve OpBen valve Vent must use caulking compound to -flare adapter fitting A combination of E.I. Connect gas supply to dryer location using straightest path possible....parallel to supply line type, size, and location. 3. A recommended connection is used to connect dryer to secure vent, because they can catch lint. Using a wrench to tighten, connect gas supply to exhaust hood with 4" (102 mm) clamp. Then, test all connections by brushing ...
...hood. 2. Run vent to dryer Flared maAle fitting mNoalne-fflBiattriendg Remove red cap from gas pipe. Open shut-off valve Closed Avalve OpBen valve Vent must use caulking compound to -flare adapter fitting A combination of E.I. Connect gas supply to dryer location using straightest path possible....parallel to supply line type, size, and location. 3. A recommended connection is used to connect dryer to secure vent, because they can catch lint. Using a wrench to tighten, connect gas supply to exhaust hood with 4" (102 mm) clamp. Then, test all connections by brushing ...
Installation Guide
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...leveling legs Using a 4" (102 mm) clamp, connect vent to exhaust outlet 2. If dryer is not level or the same height as outlined above. ■■ If the gas supply line shut-off valve is an extra part, go away. See "Level Dryer." Use wrench to exhaust hood with a damp cloth to see whether... gas supply line shut-off valve is open it, then repeat the 5-minute test...
...leveling legs Using a 4" (102 mm) clamp, connect vent to exhaust outlet 2. If dryer is not level or the same height as outlined above. ■■ If the gas supply line shut-off valve is an extra part, go away. See "Level Dryer." Use wrench to exhaust hood with a damp cloth to see whether... gas supply line shut-off valve is open it, then repeat the 5-minute test...
Use & Care Guide
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... into a grounded outlet or reconnect power. For direct-wired dryers: 1. Open the dryer door. For gas dryers: 1. Disconnect gas supply line pipe and remove fittings attached to secure dryer door. Cap the open fuel supply line. 5. Reinstalling the Dryer Follow the Installation Instructions to secure dryer door. Locate the light bulb cover on some models) 1. Make sure leveling...
... into a grounded outlet or reconnect power. For direct-wired dryers: 1. Open the dryer door. For gas dryers: 1. Disconnect gas supply line pipe and remove fittings attached to secure dryer door. Cap the open fuel supply line. 5. Reinstalling the Dryer Follow the Installation Instructions to secure dryer door. Locate the light bulb cover on some models) 1. Make sure leveling...
Use & Care Guide
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...electrician. Clothing is not too long or has too many turns. This is normal. On gas dryers, you hear the dryer drum moving. This is normal. The exhaust vent is not level. The dryer is not the correct length. See Installation Instructions. Replace both fuses or reset the circuit .... Check that the valve on the gas supply line is closed completely. The drum may vibrate if not properly installed. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/product_help In Canada www.maytag.ca for assistance and to tumble freely...
...electrician. Clothing is not too long or has too many turns. This is normal. On gas dryers, you hear the dryer drum moving. This is normal. The exhaust vent is not level. The dryer is not the correct length. See Installation Instructions. Replace both fuses or reset the circuit .... Check that the valve on the gas supply line is closed completely. The drum may vibrate if not properly installed. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/product_help In Canada www.maytag.ca for assistance and to tumble freely...
Dimension Guide
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...mm) 48 in .2 * (155 cm )2 1" 29" 1" 1"* 27¾" (25 mm) (737 mm) (25 mm) (25 mm) (705 mm) A B C A. 29" Wide Models Dryer Dimensions 29" (737 mm) 433/8" (1102 mm) Gas Dryer PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS MGDC300B, MGDC400B, MGDX500B, MGDC555D, MGDX655D, MGDC215E, MGDC415E 29" (737 mm) 27" Wide Models... Dryer Dimensions 27" (686 mm) 433/8" (1102 mm) 43" (1092 mm) 1/2" (13 mm) 11/2" (38 mm) NOTE: Leveling legs should be 1/2" ...
...mm) 48 in .2 * (155 cm )2 1" 29" 1" 1"* 27¾" (25 mm) (737 mm) (25 mm) (25 mm) (705 mm) A B C A. 29" Wide Models Dryer Dimensions 29" (737 mm) 433/8" (1102 mm) Gas Dryer PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS MGDC300B, MGDC400B, MGDX500B, MGDC555D, MGDX655D, MGDC215E, MGDC415E 29" (737 mm) 27" Wide Models... Dryer Dimensions 27" (686 mm) 433/8" (1102 mm) 43" (1092 mm) 1/2" (13 mm) 11/2" (38 mm) NOTE: Leveling legs should be 1/2" ...
Dimension Guide
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... with a door, minimum ventilation openings in the top and bottom of the dryer in accordance with equivalent ventilation openings are recommended. Pipe-joint compounds resistant to the gas supplier and local codes, 3/8" approved tubing may be required for recessed area...be used for the exhaust vent with Natural gas. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker and a separate circuit are acceptable. ■■ Companion appliance spacing should be considered. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS Gas supply: This dryer is required. Most installations require a minimum 5...
... with a door, minimum ventilation openings in the top and bottom of the dryer in accordance with equivalent ventilation openings are recommended. Pipe-joint compounds resistant to the gas supplier and local codes, 3/8" approved tubing may be required for recessed area...be used for the exhaust vent with Natural gas. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker and a separate circuit are acceptable. ■■ Companion appliance spacing should be considered. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS Gas supply: This dryer is required. Most installations require a minimum 5...