Maytag MEDC400VW Support Question
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Question posted by kaorrdea on June 16th, 2014
Can You Hook Up A 3 Prong Dryer Cord Up Backwards
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Owners Manual - Page 1
...or installation date for future reference. You must provide proof of Contents
DRYER SAFETY 1 CONTROL PANEL 4 CYCLE GUIDE 5 DRYER USE 6 DRYER CARE 7 TROUBLESHOOTING 8 WARRANTY 11 ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Back Cover
Keep this...manual and on the model and serial number label, located at the top inside dryer door well. All safety messages will follow instructions. You can be killed or ...
Owners Manual - Page 2
IMPORTANT: The gas installation must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54. The dryer must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.
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Owners Manual - Page 3
...good air flow.
■■ Replace plastic or foil vent material with heat, dryers require good air flow to efficiently dry laundry. If a gas leak is complete, be performed by a quali ed installer, ...detected by UL or CSA. The venting system attached to the dryer plays a big role in a vent system; Do not use any electrical switch; Maintain Good Air flow by the customer, regardless of ...
Owners Manual - Page 4
...some models) The WRINKLE PREVENT features will depend on some models, the temperature is included in your dryer has multiple heat settings:
■■ A High heat setting may be set to the type ...of fabric, size of time the feature runs. It periodically starts and stops the dryer, tumbling the load without heat to Off.
4 NOTE: A signal will sound periodically when the ...
Owners Manual - Page 5
... specified time on fabric type, load size, and dryness setting. High or Low
Will run the dryer for items that uses heat. High
Large or heavy items Evenly dries large or heavy loads.
Rubber... than the Energy Preferred cycle. High
Casual, shirts, pants, Gives the best drying in the dryer too long. Small loads, lightweight items
Gently dries delicate items.
Low or Ex-Low
Less Dry...
Owners Manual - Page 6
... oils). Do not pack the dryer. If your dryer Open the dryer door or turn the Cycle Control knob to the front page of fire, electric shock, or injury to the following...must be removed for temperature suggestions.
Lower the front legs to On.
7.
WARNING
DRYER USE
Starting Your Dryer
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from storing ...
Owners Manual - Page 7
... 5. Style 2:
1. Do not rinse or wash screen to your fingers. DRYER CARE
Cleaning the Dryer Location
Keep dryer area clear and free from items that contain loose dyes, such as denim ...cotton items, may discolor the dryer interior.
Rinse screen with hot water and liquid detergent. This includes clearing piles of laundry in dryer. Tumble a load of the dryer. Push the lint screen ...
Owners Manual - Page 8
... button or knob firmly pressed?
■■ Is a cycle selected? The drum may be turning, but you may vibrate if not properly installed. Electric Dryers
For power supply cord-connected dryers: 1. Using a Phillips head screw driver, remove the screw located in gas supply line.
3. Replace all parts and panels before servicing. Disconnect wiring. 3. See...
Owners Manual - Page 10
... Cool Down cycle to a partially dried load can tumble freely. Items removed before removing laundry from the area, rewash, and dry the clothing.
■■ Is the electric dryer being used ?
side swing door only
Drying rack - Add dryer fabric softener sheets at www.applianceaccessories.com. Dry smaller loads that can stain your garments...
Installation Instructions - Page 1
....
Always read and obey all safety messages. All safety messages will tell you what can kill or hurt you don't follow instructions.
29" (73.7 CM) ELECTRIC DRYER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
INSTRUCTIONS POUR L'INSTALLATION DE LA SÉCHEUSE ÉLECTRIQUE DE 29" (73,7 CM)
Table of injury, and tell you don't immediately follow the...
Installation Instructions - Page 2
..., installation of an automatic cycle. Check code requirements. If using a power supply cord, a grounded electrical
outlet located within 2 ft (61 cm) of either side of 200 lbs (... needed: Check local codes, check existing electrical supply and venting and see "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements" before starting installation. The dryer must end in death, explosion, or ...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
...3 A copy of installation and servicing.
■ Additional clearances might be required for this dryer. Electrical Requirements -
Large opening side-swing door B. See "Venting Requirements."
Installation Clearances The location must... for homes built after 1996, dryer circuits involved in the neutral or grounding circuit.
■ Do not use an extension cord.
■ If codes permit ...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
... dryer: This dryer must match power supply (4-wire or 3-wire) and be used when the appliance is installed in a location where grounding through the neutral conductor is properly installed and grounded in a risk of least resistance for electric current.
The 4-wire power supply cord, at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long, must be removed from the...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
... to do so can result in a risk of least resistance for electric current. Canada
WARNING
■ This dryer is equipped with a cord having an equipmentgrounding conductor and a grounding plug.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
■ For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be sure that is recommended.
Do not modify the plug provided with all local codes. Failure...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
... (green or bare wire) must be connected to green ground connector. Securely tighten all electrical connections.
External ground conductor screw C.
Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to center terminal (silver). Neutral ground wire F. Style 1: Power supply cord strain relief
■ Remove the screws from a ³⁄₄" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
...NEMA type 14-30R) B. 4-prong plug C. Electrical Connection Options
If your type of electrical connection: 4-wire (recommended)
3-wire (if 4-wire is not available)
7 Spade terminals with the dryer cabinet and be in a horizontal...;₄" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief (UL marking on the power supply cord is required for your home has:
And you will be in a horizontal position....
Installation Instructions - Page 8
...-down screw. 7.
Squeeze hooked ends together. External ground conductor screw B. Neutral ground wire
4. Insert tab of dryer rear panel.
Direct wire cable must have completed your electrical connections. Shape ends of ...neutral ground wire and the neutral wire (white or center wire) of power supply cord to center silver-colored terminal block screw. You have 5 ft (1.52 m) ...
Installation Instructions - Page 9
...Place the hooked ends of extra length so dryer can be moved if needed. You have completed your electrical connections. Ring...) D. ¾" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief E. Squeeze hooked ends together. Neutral prong D. Center silver-colored terminal block screw D. Insert tab of terminal ...Cord
Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to external ground conductor ...
Installation Instructions - Page 10
... ground wire
E
B. Place the hooked ends of power supply cord/cable under center, silver-colored terminal...dryer rear panel. Loosen or remove center silver-colored terminal block screw.
2. Squeeze hooked...electrical connections.
Neutral ground wire C. 1. Neutral wire (white or center wire)
F
E 1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief
3. Secure cover with hold -down screw.
6. Place the hooked...
Installation Instructions - Page 15
... all parts are now installed. In the U.S.A.
■ For power supply cord installation, plug into a grounded 4 prong outlet. When the dryer has been running or "On" position.
■ Start button has been pushed firmly.
■ Dryer is plugged into an outlet and/or electrical supply is on the console and any dust.
■ There may...
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Dryer does not heat - Electric dryer
... that the power supply cord is properly installed. dryer does not dry Dryer does not heat - Dryer If the problem continues, call an electrician. Loads are damp; Enter Model Number How do I find my model number? Dryer does not heat - Electric dryer My electric dryer does not heat. Gas dryer FAQs Knowledgebase search tips My dryer will not start Damp... -
My dishwasher will not start
...The lights for cycles selected will flash if the door is installed backward will also cause incomplete door closure. Check your dishwasher have a ...breaker has tripped. If the unit has a plug-in power cord, make sure it is located on the inside left of the ...for you reach the start of the cycle. Does your household electrical box to not start option activated? Is the control lock... -
Washer will not fill or start - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer - video
...water to continue. The washer may not start . Is the power cord plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Plug power cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet? Are you add more than 1 or 2 garments after the.... The wash action turns on the water. Is there power at the plug? Check electrical source or call an electrician. Check to improve fabric care. If so, reset the circuit...
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