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Question posted by pfritz on December 3rd, 2014

I Have Replace The Thermal Fuse And Igniter And It Will Still Not Heat Up.

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Answer #1: Posted by Odin on December 3rd, 2014 7:53 PM

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Owners Manual - Page 2

The dryer must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70. 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.

Owners Manual - Page 3

... Vent System for Good Air Flow Along with heat, dryers require good air flow to the dryer plays a big role in good air flow. ■■ Replace plastic or foil vent material with your dryer for final product check. ■■ Clear away items from the front the dryer. 3 Do not use a plastic vent. Do not...

Owners Manual - Page 4

... of Cycle Signal is good for most fabrics. Temperature Tips If your dryer has multiple heat settings: ■■ A High heat setting may be used for drying heavyweight items such as you want,... may be used for most loads. It periodically starts and stops the dryer, tumbling the load without heat to ENERGY PREFERRED, which is selectable and the signal will sound periodically ...

Owners Manual - Page 5

... fabric type, load size, and dryness setting. Seams of certain cycles to complete drying on a hanger. High or Low Will run the dryer for automatic Any drying. Rubber, plastic, heat No-heat drying. Any load After a cycle is complete, the load is cooled slowly to reduce wrinkling and make it . Drying time varies...

Owners Manual - Page 6

... (cotton or polyester filled) Stuffed toys/pillows (foam rubber filled) Cycle Timed Dry Timed Dry Air (no heat) Temp Low Low N/A Time 60 min. 60 min. 90 min. 6 WARNING: To reduce the risk...fabric softener sheet. NOTE: The drying rack must be able to dry items such as gasoline, away from dryer. Close the door. 3. Refer to On. 7. Failure to hang over the edge of fabric being ...

Owners Manual - Page 7

...screen is hard to remove. 2. Replace screen in gas supply line. 3. Cleaning the Dryer Interior 1. Apply a liquid, ...nonflammable household cleaner to both sides of the drum and rub with a clean towel. Removing Lint From Inside the Dryer Cabinet Lint should : 1. This includes clearing piles of laundry...

Owners Manual - Page 8

... with a 10-watt appliance bulb only. In Canada www.maytag.ca Dryer will not run ■■ For gas dryers, is the dryer level front to back and side to dryer pipe. 4. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. Check the front and rear edges of the dryer? Clean out pockets before laundering. ■■ Was a regular...

Owners Manual - Page 9

... automatic cycle ending early? Use 4" (102 mm) diameter vent material. ■■ Is the dryer located in a cycle. Separate the load to check air movement. Lint on Automatic Cycles. Clothes are...in a closet? Check that the exhaust vent is mostly dry. Proper operation of lint or replace exhaust vent with lint? Cycle time too short WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more...

Owners Manual - Page 10

... that can stain your garments. The new electric heating element may feel very warm. 10 Part Number 3404351...laundry items removed from the dryer before removing laundry from the area, rewash, and dry the clothing. ■■ Is the electric dryer being used , or was a separate temperature control set on load or drum ■■ Was the dryer fabric softener properly used? fits 29...

Owners Manual - Page 11

... damage results from defects in which it . You can be easily determined. MAYTAG® LAUNDRY WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is...and provinces do not allow limitations on how to use your major appliance, to replace or repair house fuses, or to correct defects in accordance with Maytag's published installation instructions. 10. ...

Installation Instructions - Page 1

... cavidad superior de la puerta. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. W10296135A W10296136A-SP 1 Dryer Installation Instructions 29" and 27" Wide Models Gas (U.S.A. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions. WARNING You...

Installation Instructions - Page 2

The dryer must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in your safety, the information in the vicinity of this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 or the Canadian Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When discarding or storing your old clothes dryer, remove the door. In the State of Massachusetts, the following installation instructions apply: � Installations and repairs... the State of Massachusetts. � If using a ball valve, it shall be a T-handle type. � A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3 feet. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3

Installation Instructions - Page 4

... parts are using power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft. (610 mm) of either side of the dryer in an area where it will need: ■■ A location allowing for gas dryers. ■■ If you are included. 4 Leveling legs Parts needed: Check local codes. NOTE: No other fuel-burning appliance...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

..., available for Mobile Home Construction and Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280) or the Canadian Manufactured Home Standard CAN/CSA-Z240 MH. See "Venting Requirements." 29" Wide Models Dryer Dimensions 27" Wide Models Dryer Dimensions 43 3/8" (1102 mm) 15¼" (387 mm) 433/8" (1102 mm) 22 ¾" (578 mm) *26" (660 mm...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

...For mobile home use Power Supply Cord Replacement Part Number 3394208. This dryer is within reach of dryer's final location. 4-wire receptacle (...AC only electrical supply on a separate 30-amp circuit, fused on both sides of least resistance for electric current. ...electrician or service representative or personnel if you use Gas dryers must be sure that is adequate and in final...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

... accordance with appropriate conversion. ■■ Your dryer must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the type of gas available, please reference the "Assistance or Service" section of gas in the door well of a qualified person include: licensed heating personnel, authorized gas company personnel, and authorized service personnel. It...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

... Dryer gas pipe ■■ The gas pipe that comes out through the rear of your dryer has a 3/8" male pipe thread. 29" Wide Model 1¼" (32 mm) A 9¼" (235 mm) A. 3/8" NPT dryer ...is not plugged with lint. ■■ Replace any gas vent, chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space of a building. Dryer exhaust must be purchased by CSA International for...

Installation Instructions - Page 10

...with dryer vent to wall vent mismatch): Part Number 4396037 - 0" (0 mm) to 18" (460 mm) mismatch Part Number 4396011 - 18" (460 mm) to 29" (737 mm) mismatch Part Number 4396014 - 29" ...Shorten life of the mobile home structure and must be securely fastened to a noncombustible portion of dryer. ■■ Reduce performance, resulting in Vent system chart. Determine vent length and elbows...

Installation Instructions - Page 11

...;■ Electrical supply is connected. ■■ Household fuse is intact and tight, or circuit breaker has not tripped. ■■ Dryer door is closed , open . ■■ If the gas supply line shutoff valve is first heated. Turn on all connections by brushing on a full heat cycle (not an air cycle) for 5 minutes, open...

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