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Question posted by terryennis on March 30th, 2013

What Would Cause A Maytaq Gas Dryer To No Longer Heat?

Dryer is less than 2 years old and I have cleaned the vents.

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Installation Instructions - Page 2

... killed or seriously injured if you and others are not followed. 2 We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of injury, and tell you don't immediately follow instructions.

Installation Instructions - Page 3

... using a power supply cord: Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for purchase from the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer. See "Venting Requirements." ■■ A separate 30 amp circuit. 3 The wires that connect to 1" (25 mm) or hex-head socket wrench Utility knife Tape measure Level Pliers ...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

... view - A copy of the door are acceptable. ■■ Companion appliance spacing should also be large enough to allow the dryer door to reduce noise transfer. ■■ For closet installation, with vents *Additional spacing recommended 3"* (76 mm) Mobile home - Do not have a fuse in mobile homes to water and/or weather...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

... the neutral conductor is manufactured ready to the neutral conductor (white wire) within the dryer. When the neutral ground wire is secured under the neutral terminal (center or white ... wire to the neutral wire, see "Optional 3-wire connection" section. ■■ This dryer is prohibited. The neutral conductor must end in a location where grounding through the neutral conductors....

Installation Instructions - Page 6

... back edge of cardboard from dryer carton; Firmly grasp dryer body (not console panel) and gently lay dryer down on its final location. Prepare dryer for electrical connection and to ...no longer visible. Failure to move and install dryer. Now stand the dryer on cardboard. 6 diamond marking 1. Screw legs into leg holes by hand, use a large flat piece of dryer. Install...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

Attach power supply cord to connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire. Spade terminals with the dryer cabinet and be in place. Prepare to strain relief 4-wire Power Supply Cord Connection IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes and where local ...

Installation Instructions - Page 9

...Connect neutral wire (white or center) (C) of dryer rear panel. B D E A C GF A. 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R) B. 3-wire plug C. Now, go to Venting Requirements. 9 Connect remaining wires Connect remaining wires...reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of power supply cord to Venting Requirements. Ring terminals G. Remove center screw B Connect remaining wires to ...

Installation Instructions - Page 10

... cable to strain relief (127 5" mm) Direct wire cable must have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be moved if needed. For 3-wire Direct Wire Connection, see page 11. For 4 ...(A) onto the strain relief threads. 2. Remove neutral ground wire (E) from end of extra length so dryer may be in a horizontal position. Prepare your 4-wire cable for mobile homes and where local codes do...

Installation Instructions - Page 13

... NOTE: If using an existing vent system, clean lint from ground or any gas vent, chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space of a building. Dryer exhaust must not be connected or...rigid or flexible metal vent shall be used . ■■ Do not use a metal foil vent. Replace plastic or metal foil vents with lint. Improper venting can cause moisture and lint to...

Installation Instructions - Page 15

...route that vent is clean. Exhaust systems longer than those specified will: ■■ Shorten life of dryer. ■■ Reduce performance, resulting in Vent system chart. Connect vent to exhaust hood Vent must not terminate beneath the mobile home. Connect Vent 1. The Vent system chart provides venting requirements that extend into interior of vent to secure vent, because they...

Installation Instructions - Page 16

... interior thoroughly with a damp cloth to see what was skipped. q Set the dryer on dryer. Avoid crushing or kinking vent. NOTE: The dryer must be 2 household fuses or circuit breakers for the dryer. q Read "Dryer Use" in a running for 5 minutes, open the dryer door and feel heat, cancel cycle and close the door. If there is level. q Remove...

Owners Manual - Page 4

... a metal foil vent. Proper venting will be sure to efficiently dry laundry. n Use the shortest length of the vent system at least every 2 years. n Remove lint from the dryer. During Sensor Cycles, drying air temperature and moisture level are not covered by the warranty and will reduce your drying times and improve your dryer for final product...

Owners Manual - Page 5

...or 150 minutes for models with two choices, 90 minutes for models with only one choice of heat-free, periodic tumbling at the end of the temperature to select for a load, select the ... Temp Level Select a drying temperature based on your dryer. Gives the best drying in the load or air temperature and shuts off . 2 DRYER CYCLE KNOB Use your laundry load. Drying varies based on all models. The...

Owners Manual - Page 6

... are available on fabric type, Wrinkle Prevent load size, and dryness setting. Will run the dryer for the specified time on cycle knob or be used for a load, select the lower ... Dry Signal Gives the best drying in the shortest time. Senses moisture in your dryer has multiple heat settings: A High heat setting may be a separate control. Drying time varies based on cycle knob or be...

Owners Manual - Page 7

... containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be able to tumble freely. 3. Pull the lint screen straight up. Place laundry in death or fire. 2. Clean the lint screen Fire Hazard No washer can result in the dryer. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, explosion, or fire. 1. Roll lint off the screen...

Owners Manual - Page 8

Press the WRINKLE PREVENT button to change the drying temperature from the dryer as soon as it stops. 8 If selected for models with all cycles. NOTE: Not all ...one choice of a cycle. Temp Level Press the TEMP LEVEL button to turn ON or OFF at the end of heat-free, periodic tumbling at any time before the cycle has ended. Wrinkle Prevent feature n Get up to avoid wrinkling when...

Owners Manual - Page 9

...cleaning Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can increase drying time. Cleaning the lint screen Every load cleaning The lint screen is located in the dryer. Removing accumulated lint From Inside the Dryer Cabinet Lint should be removed every 2 years... so can cause longer drying times for proper dryer operation. DRYER CARE Cleaning the dryer location Keep dryer area clear and...

Owners Manual - Page 11

... venting will bounce, causing the dryer to possibly avoid the cost of the door. Use 4" (102 mm) diameter vent material. See the "Installation Instructions." Press and HOLD the START/PAUSE button until you may not have ventilation openings at the top and bottom of a service call...In U.S.A. Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. Dryer have heat. Clean...

Owners Manual - Page 12

...cleaned before the end of a service call...In U.S.A. When the odors or fumes are consistently ending too early, see also Changing the Sensor Dry Default Settings. Load is located? Drum stains are cooled slowly to reduced wrinkling and make it easier to finish before removing laundry from the dryer...dry the clothing. The new electric heating element may have an odor. ...

Owners Manual - Page 13

... OF MERCHANTABILITY OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW. MAYTAG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR ...family household use your home. 7. Proof of purchase. 6. MAYTAG® LAUNDRY WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated and maintained ...

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