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Use and Care Guide - Page 3

...requirements. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3 This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that could cause a load to catch fire. ■ Do not dry articles that have the skills to carry ...electric shock, or injury to persons when using the dryer. ■ Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in the dryer. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of the dryer...

Use and Care Guide - Page 4

...9632; Adjustable wrench that all parts are available in several colors. Ask for this dryer. Optional pedestal (15.5" [39.4 cm] model shown) The pedestals are included.... Parts needed Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply and venting. See "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements" before starting installation. Pedestal Height Color Part Number 10" ...

Use and Care Guide - Page 5

...." See "Electrical Requirements." ■ A sturdy floor to reduce noise transfer. ■ For closet installation, with a maximum slope of the dryer. The dryer must be large enough to allow the dryer door to open fully. 38" (96.52 cm) *31½" (80 cm) 27" (68.6 cm) *Most installations require a minimum 5" (12.7 cm) clearance behind the dryer for...

Use and Care Guide - Page 6

.... Recommended installation spacing for recessed or closet installation, with stacked washer and dryer The dimensions shown are for cabinet installation ■ For cabinet installation, with...cm) (80 cm) (12.7 cm) A B A. Closet installation - Dryer on pedestal 3"* (7.6 cm) 14" max.* (35.6 cm) 18" min.* (45.72 cm) 1" (2.5 cm) 27" (68.6 cm) A 1" 1"* (2.5 cm) (2.5 cm) 31½" (80 cm) ...

Use and Care Guide - Page 7

..., the neutral ground conductor must conform to install with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70-latest edition and all mobile home installations. The opening (such as the dryer exhaust opening. 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 - The installation must be made in...

Use and Care Guide - Page 8

... grounding will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by providing a path of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service representative or personnel if you are in a ... dryer must be identified by direct wire: Power supply cable must be grounded. If using a power supply cord: Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for electric current. The kit...

Use and Care Guide - Page 9

.... In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by providing a path of dryer's final location. Electrical Requirements - Canada Only WARNING If you use an extension cord. 9 A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended that is 5 ft (1.52 m) in conformance with a ...

Use and Care Guide - Page 11

...fused disconnect or circuit breaker box* 4-wire connection: Direct Wire A UL listed, 120/240volt minimum, 30-amp, dryer power supply cord* 3-wire connection: Power supply cord 3-wire direct 3¹⁄₂" (8.9 cm) A fused ...relief (UL marking on the power supply cord is not available) Electrical Connection Options If your home has: And you will be in a horizontal position. Strain ...

Use and Care Guide - Page 12

... of 3-wire connections. External ground conductor screw - Direct wire cable must have completed your electrical connection. Neutral prong E. Tighten screw. B D E A. down screw. 7. Now go...colored terminal block screw. 2. Neutral ground wire D. Ground wire (green or bare) of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with upturned ends F. ¾" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain ...

Use and Care Guide - Page 13

...E down screw. 7. Strip 5" (12.7 cm) of outer covering from end of dryer rear panel. Squeeze hooked ends together. Remove center silver-colored terminal block screw. 2. ... D 5. External ground conductor screw - Squeeze hooked ends together. You have completed your electrical connection. Cut 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) from external ground conductor screw. A D E (12.75c"m)...

Use and Care Guide - Page 14

...into slot of dryer rear panel. External ground conductor screw B. Ring terminals G. Neutral (white or center wire) 1. Direct wire cable must have completed your electrical connection. Center ... D E 3. Strip 3¹⁄₂" (8.9 cm) of outer covering from end of extra length so dryer can be moved if needed. If using 3-wire cable with ground wire, cut bare wire even with up...

Use and Care Guide - Page 15

...wire from the external ground conductor screw to "Venting Requirements." Neutral ground wire D. Place the hooked ends of dryer rear panel. Connect the other direct wire cable wires under the outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right). ... 6. 1. External ground conductor screw B. Tighten strain relief screw. 5. B A C E D E A. You have completed your electrical connection.

Use and Care Guide - Page 16

...an existing vent system ■ Clean lint from your dealer or by calling Maytag Services. If this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. Clamp Exhaust Recommended hood styles are acceptable only if ...4" (10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps must be fully extended and supported when the dryer is a new vent system Vent material ■ Use a heavy metal vent. Louvered hood style B. ...

Use and Care Guide - Page 22

... on power. The odor will not start the dryer. Set the dryer on a full heat cycle (not an air cycle) for the dryer. 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 the dryer. 8. If you have not tripped...

Use and Care Guide - Page 23

... risk of the load and adjusts the time automatically for the cycle chosen will be . Your dryer may not have all of the cycle based on a clothesline or by using an Air Cycle. Follow these basic steps to be displayed. As the cycle runs, the control senses the dryness of fire, electric shock, or...

Use and Care Guide - Page 24

... TIME (- A thermistor (electronic temperature sensor) and moisture sensing strips in the clothes. This could cause overdrying of your load. or + and the time will adjust based on the load size and dryness level. To restart the dryer Close the door and press and hold HOLD TO START button until dryer starts (about 1 second). 24 While a Manual Cycle...

Use and Care Guide - Page 25

.... Status Lights You may follow the progress of your load by pressing TEMP until the desired temperature is reached in an Automatic Cycle. ■ The dryer enters the cool down period in handling. Sensing When a cycle is first turned on and the selected cycle continues. Laundry is not detected after the end of a drying...

Use and Care Guide - Page 27

... lay flat on the ledge of the cycle reduces wrinkling. 3. Drying Rack The drying rack is finished. Close the door. 5. Dryer back panel 27 This chart shows examples of the rack. NOTE: Do not allow items to adjust the sound level or turn off the signal.... the Cycle End Signal is on, an audible sound will depend on top of moisture items hold ) HOLD TO START button (about 1 second).

Use and Care Guide - Page 30

...breaker. Clean out pockets before each load. The dryer may be cleaned before laundering. ...maytag.ca Dryer Operation Dryer will bounce, causing the dryer to restart the dryer. ■ "E" Variable (E1, E2, E3) service codes: Call for small objects. Check with lint, restricting air movement? Do not use a plastic vent. Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. Press and hold START...

Use and Care Guide - Page 32

... installation kit 4 ft (1.2 m) dryer cord, 3-wire, 30 amp 4 ft (1.2 m) dryer cord, 4-wire, 30 amp 6 ft (1.8 m) dryer cord, 4-wire, 30 amp Dryer vent lint brush All-purpose appliance cleaner Laundry supply storage cart LP Gas conversion kit Door reversal kit (all colors) Drying rack Stack kit 32 Maytag® appliances designated service technicians are trained to fulfill...

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