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Question posted by glennmohs on November 18th, 2013
Why Does It Take So Long To Dry My Clothes In My Dryer
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Owners Manual - Page 3
...to light any appliance. • Do not touch any electrical switch; Installation and service must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the...installation must be detected by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. The dryer must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National...
Owners Manual - Page 4
... can completely remove oil.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire.
Do not dry anything that has ever had anything that has ever had any type of how to use your dryer following installation, see the QUICK START GUIDE on a clothesline or by using an Air Cycle.
QUICK...
Owners Manual - Page 5
... the risk of the cycles and features described. This Use and Care Guide covers several different models. Your dryer may not have all of fire, electric shock, or injury to desired Timed Cycle.
3. Place laundry in dry items. See the Cycles information on some models) - See "Additional Features." 6. Press START/PAUSE. Press START/PAUSE...
Owners Manual - Page 6
...
■ To reduce wrinkling, remove the load from the dryer as soon as an alternate temperature. Cycles
Select the drying cycle that matches the type of a Timed Cycle, press...the "Cycles" section) for permanent press, knits, and synthetic fabrics.
■ Avoid drying heavy work clothes, sheets
Medium*
Low heat is selectable as an alternate temperature. Medium
HEAVY DUTY Heavyweight mixed...
Owners Manual - Page 7
...dry time of 15 minutes and a maximum dry time of Load
Time* (Minutes)
Foam rubber - Timed Cycles
Use Timed Cycles to select dryness levels for touching up clothes that have been left in the dryer too long... is selected. NOTE: Dryness Level selections cannot be adjusted for drying clothes;
NOTE: Overloading the dryer may cause temporary staining on Steam model) do not offer an...
Owners Manual - Page 8
... setting in a Sensor Cycle when the laundry is being sprayed into Cool Down. NOTE: If you do not select the Wrinkle Prevent/Wrinkle Prevent Plus setting, the dryer stops after
approximately 5 minutes, the dryer goes directly into the drum. NOTE: The Damp Dry Signal is selected. Promptly removing clothes at any time by pressing WRINKLE...
Owners Manual - Page 9
... door. Press the POWER/CANCEL button. 6. Changing the Preset Dryness Level Settings If all Sensor cycles are 3 drying settings: 1 (factory preset dryness level), 2 (slightly dryer clothes, approximately 15% more drying time) and 3 (much dryer clothes, approximately 30% more drying time).
1. This change an Option or Modifier anytime before pressing Start.
■ Three short tones sound...
Owners Manual - Page 10
...it becomes clogged due to complete drying, if needed cleaning Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can build up . Replace screen in the door opening of the dryer. Cleaning the Lint Screen
Clean the... drying times for your clothes, or cause the dryer to both sides of moisture items hold. This buildup can cause overheating and damage to stop before each load. Actual drying time...
Owners Manual - Page 11
... Reconnect water inlet hose to locate, level, and connect the dryer. Wipe drum thoroughly with a soft cloth until stain is removed.
2.
This
helps to avoid unintended flooding... 3. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. For direct-wired dryers:
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before operating. When replacing your dryer. Cleaning the Dryer Interior
1. Dry unstable dye items...
Owners Manual - Page 12
...and then start a new drying cycle.
■ "F" Variable (F1, F2, F20, etc.) service codes: Call for the dryer. Electric dryers use two household fuses or breakers.
Open the dryer door. When balled up ...estimated time remaining.
Remove the screw located in dryer or reconnect power. In Canada www.maytag.ca
Dryer Operation
■ Is the clothing knotted or balled up , the load will ...
Owners Manual - Page 13
... loads yield best results with damp or wet spots? See the Installation Instructions.
■ Has the Air Fluff modifier been selected?
Dryer Results
Clothes are not drying satisfactorily, drying times are too long, or load is too hot ■ Is the lint screen clogged with lint, restricting air movement? Lint screen should be customized by...
Owners Manual - Page 14
...parts or systems resulting from the area, rewash and dry the clothing.
■ Is the dryer being used in the country in a remote area... of products not approved by calling Maytag. MAYTAG® LAUNDRY WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY
For one year from loads consisting of ...to the dryer? In Canada, call 18006889900. You will need it was purchased. The new electric heating ...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
... from whom you purchased your dryer. For further information, please refer to the "Assistance or Service" section in dryer drum.
See "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements...hose
Wire stripper (direct wire installations)
Vent clamps
Caulking gun and compound (for your dryer. Parts needed :
Flat-blade screwdriver
#2 Phillips screwdriver
Leveling legs (4) Parts supplied (steam...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
...clothes may not tumble properly and automatic sensor cycles may cause dryer not to shut off at end of automatic sensor cycles, resulting in door are acceptable.
■■ Companion appliance spacing should be considered on all sides of the dryer... noise transfer.
See "Electrical Requirements."
■■ Floor must be exposed to bottom of dryer.
■■ Steam...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
... type of the terminal block.
Check with clothes dryers. Additional installation requirements:
This dryer is suitable for use with a qualified electrician or service representative or personnel if you must be used , it here.
■■ This dryer is equipped with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 - ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
It is prohibited for homes built after...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
...or a direct wire connection.
6 NOTE: If local codes do not permit connection of dryer. Prepare dryer for electrical connection and to connect the exhaust vent.
4-wire direct connection: Go to Direct Wire...Screw legs into leg holes by hand, use a large flat piece of cardboard from dryer carton; Choose electrical connection type
Power supply cord 4-wire receptacle (NEMA Type 14-30R): Go to "...
Installation Instructions - Page 12
... Observe all joints.
■■ Exhaust vent must not be connected into interior of fire, this dryer MUST BE
EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.
Clamps: ■■ Use clamps to seal all governing codes and ordinances.... or other fastening devices that extend into any object that
may be used for best drying performance and to avoid sagging and kinking that may result in reduced airflow and poor...
Installation Instructions - Page 15
...to dryer fill
valve and tighten coupling
Fig. See figure A. If "Y" connector cannot be used. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on .
7. NOTE: Do not overtighten. Attach long hose..."Y" connector to fill valve at bottom of "Y" connector. Tighten couplings
Attach other side of dryer back panel. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on cold water faucet
Using...
Installation Instructions - Page 17
... -side opening, if desired. 1. Place a towel or soft cloth on a flat, covered surface, with a damp cloth to front panel of dryer. 3. Loosen the top screw (A) from a right-side opening .
6. All Models:
q Select a Time Dry heated cycle, and start , check the following:
• Controls are on dryer. If dryer will reduce product performance.
Install 4 plastic plugs into...
Installation Instructions - Page 19
...Long venting will not run cleaned. ■■ "E" Variable (E1, E2, E3) service codes: Call for the dryer. Use a time-delay fuse.
DRYER RESULTS Clothes are not drying satisfactorily, drying...? Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and restart the dryer. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. Refer to "Electrical Connection" for the type of dryer cycles requires temperatures above...
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Lint is on the load - Dryer
...-blend fabrics. The static electricity attracts lint. Automatic Dry or Sensor Dry cycle reduces overdrying. Check your fabric types. Damp loads or long drying times - View the following ... paper or tissues left in the dryer. Sort loads before laundering. Sorting involves separating lint givers (towels, chenille) from the clothing. Larger loads sometimes do not allow... -
Poor drying performance - Bravos® dryer
... Control Low Business casual clothes, synthetics, knits If your dryer is designed to dry slowly, so even if you run a load in a Normal cycle. To provide even drying, the cycle uses a medium heat and extended drying times. Gas dryer Damp loads or long drying times - dryer I do well in fabrics that are noted... -
Loads are damp; dryer does not dry
...; 3 (much dryer clothes, approximately 30% more drying time) The Dryness level settings cannot be displayed for all of your Automatic Dry or Sensor Dry cycles. Press and hold the Dryness button for possible causes and solutions. Damp loads or long drying time - The drying setting you may not be...
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