Maytag MEDB800VQ Support Question
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Question posted by gardnersherry on February 18th, 2011
My Dryer Isn't Working Its Like The Air Is Escaping And The Clothes Aren't Dry
mY DRYER ISN'T WORKING ITS LIKE THE AIR IS ESCAPING AND THE CLOTHES AREN'T DRY
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Use and Care Guide - Page 3
... how to collapse, be performed by a qualified installer,
- Do not install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic venting materials, if flexible metal {foil type) duct is installed, ...all installation - WARNING - Save these instructions,
instructions,
All safety messages will obstruct clothes dryer airflow and increase the risk of injury, and tell you don't follow instructions.
...
Use and Care Guide - Page 4
...in, washed in, soaked in your dryer. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to play on or in the dryer. Short inlet hose
D. Inlet hose ...or explode.
• Do not allow children to persons when using the dryer. Do not place items exposed to dry articles containing foam rubber or similarly textured rubber-like materials.
• Clean ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 5
...electrical outlet located within 4 ft (1.2 m) of the water fill valves, and water pressure
of 1" (25 mm) under entire dryer.
*Most installations require a minimum 5" (127 mm) clearance behind the dryer for proper exhaust installation. Drying... kPa) for best performance. • A level floor with clothes dryers. See "Electrical Requirements." • A sturdy floor to reduce noise transfer.
...
Use and Care Guide - Page 6
...°
It is installed with clothes dryers. To supply the required 3 or 4 wire, single phase, 120/240 volt, 60 Hz., AC only electrical supply (or 3 or 4 wire, 120/208 volt electrical supply, if specified on the ...here. • This dryer is adequate and in mobile homes to introduce outside air into the dryer.
If local codes do not permit the connection of electrical connection you will be...
Use and Care Guide - Page 7
... green or bare.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
The neutral conductor must be identified by a qualified electrician. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
I For a grounded, cord-connected
dryer:
This dryer must be grounded, in the event of electric shock.
grounding conductor can result in accordance ordinances. The 4-wire power supply cord, at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long, must have three...
Use and Care Guide - Page 8
... or personnel if you are using a replacement power supply cord, it will reduce the risk of
electric shock. Failure to whether the dryer is equipped with the dryer: if it is properly installed and grounded in a risk of electric shock by a qualified electrician. It is adequate and in doubt as to do so can...
Use and Care Guide - Page 20
... or soft cloth on the door. Open the dryer door. 2. If the dryer is not level, prop up . A. Remove remaining 2 loose screws from dryer front panel.
5. Remove the door assembly 1. Use a wrench to adjust the legs up or down and check again for levelness.
Loosen these screws.
4. t:3. location of the dryer or work space to protect...
Use and Care Guide - Page 22
... may be a problem with a damp cloth to the need for leaks around "Y" connector, faucet and hoses.
6. See "Troubleshooting." Align bottom screw holes in the dryer. Read "Dryer Use." 11. For this test, do not select the Air Fluff modifier. Hang door by selecting a Timed Dry heated cycle and starting the dryer. Dispose of your home power...
Use and Care Guide - Page 23
...dried on it (including cooking oils). can result in death
WARNING: To reduce the risk of the cycles and features described. Your dryer may not have all of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before each load.
Timed or Steam... equipped with steam
DRYER USE
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Use and Care Guide - Page 24
... Cycle
Turn knob to the desired Steam Cycle.
Press START/PAUSE. Be ...drying, how hot the air should be selected to end your dryer is displayed. until the desired drying... (default) temperature may be , and when clothes are available.
• If desired, add ...Sensi-Care TM Drying System Works
Moisture-sensing strips and temperature sensors inside the dryer drum monitor how...
Use and Care Guide - Page 25
... light illuminates ease in a Sensor Cycle when the laundry Damp Dry signal beeps, if selected. wet damp cool down
dry wrinkle steam prevent
Wet
The Wet light illuminates at the recommended temperature.
The
Select the drying cycle that require very long drying times such as work clothes and sheets.
Drying temperature and dryness level are preset when you are...
Use and Care Guide - Page 26
... also be dried using Timed Dry on fabric. 100% cotton garments with the drying rack.
Lightweight garments, such as bedspreads, and work clothes.
NOTE: Timed Cycles may not yield the same results. The heat [eve[ and cycle time are se[ectab[e only for touching up clothes that have been [eft in the dryer too long. Steam Preset Cycle...
Use and Care Guide - Page 27
... Cycles. pillows, padded bras, stuffed toys Plastic -
NOTE: If you that your clothes are approximately 80% dry. This is [eft open for 5 minutes. until the desired temperature setting illuminates. Once a Dryness I regular
Air Fluff
Use the Air Fluff Modifier for 5 minutes, the dryer door is dosed, or DRUM I .ight to turn on a lower heat setting...
Use and Care Guide - Page 28
... new cycle. If your model does not have a drying rack, you may change will sound every 5 minutes until the clothes are 3 drying settings: 1 (factory preset dryness [eve[), 2 (slightly dryer clothes, approximately 15% more drying time) and 3 (much dryer clothes, approximately 30% more drying time).
1. To find out whether your model allows drying rack usage and for your Sensor cycles. Open...
Use and Care Guide - Page 29
... will depend on the drying rack.
DRYER CARE
......... I .ow
60
Block to shape and lay flat on the amount of the drying rack. Press the POWER/CANCEl. Items containing foam,
rubber, or plastic must select a time by using the Air Fluff temperature setting.
7. Press START/PAUSE.
(minus). Reset time as
This chart shows examples...
Use and Care Guide - Page 30
... home. If storing or moving your dryer only when you are secure in dryer or reconnect power. g0
Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before operating. As needed cleaning
I .int should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending on dryer usage. Rinse screen with a soft cloth until stain is completely dry. Apply a liquid, nonflammable household cleaner...
Use and Care Guide - Page 31
... the light bulb cover on the length of the dryer? Open the dryer door. Electric dryers fuses or circuit breakers. Shut off water faucet. 4. In U.S.A. Check with the screw.
4.
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continues, call ... otherwise, press POWER/CANCEl_ and then start a new drying cycle. Check intact and tight, or that both circuit breakers have...
Use and Care Guide - Page 32
Electric dryers use a metal foil vent. Confirm the power cord is not too long or has too many turns. "AF" (low airflow condition): The dryer will continue to run when this diagnostic code is too hot
• Is the lint screen clogged with heavy metal or flexible metal vent.
Clothes are not drying satisfactorily, drying... venting run from dryer.
Has the Air Fluff modifier been ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 33
...20 min. Add dryer fabric softener sheets at the end of drying time in the area where your garments. Dry clean only garments are still wrinkled following Steam cycles? The new electric heating element may not... the load removed from the area, rewash and dry the clothing.
Lint on load or drum
Was dryer fabric softener properly used for air movement. This will change the amount of the ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 34
... kit
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Drying rack Steam hose kit
g4 Maytag...dryer connector 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 I.aundry supply storage cart I .fyoustillneedhelpf,ollowtheinstructiobneslow. Factory specified parts will fit right and work...
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Unable to see water spraying or steam in Steam cycle - Steam dryer
... is larger than one to the water supply line? Wrinkles in my steam dryer. Steam dryer Loads are damp; Were you drying a large load? Make sure water is connected to the dryer. Make sure the water inlet hose is turned on in the dryer drum? I turn off when it sprays. Try turning on the... -
Display shows AF - Dryer
... vent with rigid or flexible heavy metal vent. Replace any fabric softener sheets from the inside the dryer drum. This slows moist air from leaving the dryer and extends drying time. Dryers need good air movement to check air movement. Make sure the outside exhaust hood to correctly operate. A full lint screen reduces... -
Lint is on the load - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer - video
...inside out to starting a new load of a dryer removes lint from lint takers (corduroys, synthetics, ...air movement and tumbling of laundry. Follow the detergent manufacturer's directions. Was the laundry sorted? Sort loads before laundering. Always check all pockets and the interior of laundry...clothes or linen items tend to reduce lint. Did you washing new clothing ...
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