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Use and Care Guide - Page 3

...IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the dryer. ■ Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in... instructions for grounding requirements. Always read and obey all instructions before or after each load. ■ Keep area around the exhaust opening and adjacent surrounding areas free from service...

Use and Care Guide - Page 4

... for Part Number 8212640. The wires that connect to the "Assistance or Service" section. See "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements" before starting installation. You may select a 10" (25.4 cm) pedestal or a 15.5" (39.4 cm) pedestal with clothes dryers. You have the option of purchasing pedestals of approximately 46" (116.8 cm) or 51.5" (130...

Use and Care Guide - Page 5

... least 18" (46 cm) above the floor for this dryer. Custom undercounter installation - Dryer only 0" (0 cm) 38" min. (96.52 cm) *Required spacing 1"* (2.5 cm) 27" (68.6 cm) 1"* (2.5 cm) 5 See "Venting... not operate correctly if dryer is greater than 1" (2.5 cm), install Extended Dryer Feet Kit, Part Number 279810. If using a power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet located within 2...

Use and Care Guide - Page 7

... or white wire) of the terminal block, the dryer cabinet is prohibited. 6"* (15.2 cm) 76" (193 cm) *Required spacing 5"* (12.7 cm) 1" (2.5 cm) 27" (68.6 cm) 1" (2.5 cm) Mobile home... both sides of the terminal block. If the dryer is your dealer. ■ Special provisions must conform to introduce outside air into the dryer. Electrical Requirements - The opening (such as a nearby ...

Use and Care Guide - Page 8

...-amp power supply cord, rated 120/240 volt minimum. The ground wire (ground conductor) may be grounded. WARNING: Improper connection of electric shock. Do not modify the plug on the dryer. If your outlet looks like this : 4-wire receptacle (14-30R) Then choose a 4-wire power supply cord with ring or spade terminals...

Use and Care Guide - Page 9

... location. Be sure wall receptacle is properly installed and grounded in conformance with the Canadian Electrical Code, C22.1-latest edition and all local codes and ordinances. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS ■ For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be grounded. The plug must be plugged into a grounded 4 prong outlet. Check with all local codes...

Use and Care Guide - Page 11

...a horizontal position. A B C A. The strain relief should have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be in a horizontal position. Hole below the terminal block opening C. Style 2: Direct...breaker box* 3-wire connection: Direct Wire *If local codes do not permit the connection of electrical connection: 4-wire (recommended) 3-wire (if 4-wire is inside the terminal block opening, screw ...

Use and Care Guide - Page 12

... is required for mobile homes and where local codes do not permit the use of dryer rear panel. Neutral ground wire D. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of... strain relief D. External ground conductor screw B. Tighten screw. Ground wire (green or bare) of extra length so dryer can be moved if needed. 12 B F A CD E G A. 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-30R)...

Use and Care Guide - Page 13

... center silver-colored terminal block screw. 2. Tighten screw. Ground wire (green or bare) of dryer rear panel. Neutral ground wire F. Tighten screw. D 5. Now go to external ground conductor ...cover with hold- Neutral ground wire D. External ground conductor screw B. You have completed your electrical connection. B. Strip 5" (12.7 cm) of outer covering from end of wires into...

Use and Care Guide - Page 14

... local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire. Direct wire cable must have completed your electrical connection. A. Neutral ground wire C. Neutral wire (white or center wire) E 1.9 cm) UL...the center, silvercolored terminal screw of the terminal block. You have 5 ft (1.52 m) of dryer rear panel. Strip 3¹⁄₂" (8.9 cm) of outer covering from end of the...

Use and Care Guide - Page 15

... wire C. Squeeze hooked ends together. down screw. 6. You have completed your electrical connection. F A. Grounding path determined by a qualified electrician 3. Tighten screw. ...neutral wire. 1. Tighten strain relief screws. 5. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Neutral wire (white or center wire) E 1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief ...

Use and Care Guide - Page 16

...10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps must be fully extended and supported when the dryer is in its final location. ■ Remove excess flexible metal vent to follow these instructions ... using an existing vent system ■ Clean lint from your dealer or by calling Maytag Services. Venting Requirements WARNING Rigid metal vent ■ For best drying performance, rigid metal...

Use and Care Guide - Page 22

... vent is an extra part, go away. 22 See "Level Dryer." 6. Turn on . ■ Household fuse is level. When the dryer has been running or "On" position. ■ Start button has been pushed firmly. ■ Dryer is plugged into a grounded outlet and/or electrical supply is on power. If you feel heat, turn on the...

Use and Care Guide - Page 23

... risk of the cycle based on a clothesline or by using an Air Cycle. Place laundry in death or fire. This manual covers several different models. The time displayed is an estimated length of fire, electric shock, or injury to specific sections of the load and adjusts the time automatically for more detailed information. 1.

Use and Care Guide - Page 24

... MANUAL DRY TIME (- Tap or + and the time will shut off. Press and hold HOLD TO START button until dryer starts. Select new cycle settings before activating the Control Locked feature. Follow package instructions. ■ Remove the load from clothing. Pressing the Manual Dry Time (- or +) buttons will cause the triple beep indicating that...

Use and Care Guide - Page 25

.... This indicator stays on with Manual Cycles. The time display will remain on your dryer with Manual Cycles. Laundry is cooling down period in a Manual Cycle. You can choose a different dryness level... Cycles Automatic Cycles allow you to match the cycle to adjust the cycle length of load you choose an Automatic Cycle. or +) buttons. If the Extra Care feature has ...

Use and Care Guide - Page 26

...* (Minutes) Foam rubber - Type of items that coverings are unable to smooth out wrinkles RAPID DRY Small loads High 27 Additional Features Extra Care Feature When you do not select the Extra Care feature, the dryer stops after an Automatic Cycle. pillows, padded bras, stuffed toys 20 - 30 Plastic - When using the Air...

Use and Care Guide - Page 27

... Wool Sweaters Timed Dry Low 60 Block to secure over the edge of the inner dryer back panel. Dryer back panel 27 Leave space between the items so air can be dried on a clothesline or by .... Push down on top of moisture items hold ) HOLD TO START button (about 1 second). Rack Dry Setting Temp. Open dryer door. Actual drying time will depend on , an audible sound will...

Use and Care Guide - Page 30

... www.maytag.com/help - Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. Large loads may vibrate if not properly installed. Electric dryers use it only once. 30 Dryer displaying code... fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped? Press and hold START to possibly avoid the cost of the dryer? Do not use a metal foil vent. Hold your hand under ...

Use and Care Guide - Page 31

... the cycle? ■ Was the dryer overloaded? See the Installation Instructions. ■ Has the Air Only temperature setting been selected? Separate the load to a partially dried load can tumble freely. Change the dryness level setting on Automatic Cycles. Dry smaller loads that the exhaust vent is located? The new electric heating element may not be...

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