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Question posted by sdanatos on January 20th, 2016

Moved Dryer Now 'grinds'

Recently moved Maytag Dryer model MGDE200XW without accident. Sadly when started at the new location it "grinds" I suspect the moved may have dislodged the drum. Can I reset this or do I need a service tech?

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Answer #1: Posted by Odin on January 20th, 2016 5:03 PM

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See if one of the causes detailed at http://www.repairclinic.com/RepairHelp/How-To-Fix-A-Dryer/10-4--TUdERTIwMFhX/Maytag-Dryer-makes-noise fits. Good luck!

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Owners Manual - Page 2

... kill or hurt you and others are not followed. 2 All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING." DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are very important. All safety messages will tell...

Owners Manual - Page 3

...room, building, or area of all occupants. • Immediately call the re department. - The dryer must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with ... vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this manual must be performed by a quali ed installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. 3 WARNING: For your safety, the information in your gas supplier...

Owners Manual - Page 4

... flammable on the next page. 4 Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be detected by smell. Quick Start Guide/Dryer Use WARNING WARNING Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer. Failure to follow the "What to follow these instructions can completely remove oil. Fire Hazard No washer...

Owners Manual - Page 5

... time Press POWER/CANCEL. QUICK START GUIDE temperatures dryness level cycle signal WARNING: To reduce the risk of load and adjust drying time for more detail on the following pages for optimal performance. Shut the door. 3. Press and hold START/PAUSE 5 Place laundry in the dryer. Press and hold START/PAUSE to set a drying time...

Owners Manual - Page 7

... Auto Cycle when the laundry is opened, and then the light will continue to press the POWER/CANCEL button before the cycle has ended. ■■ The WRINKLE PREVENT feature is unlocked. This ends the current cycle and turns the dryer OFF. 2. Select the desired cycle and options. 4. The dryer starts at any time...

Owners Manual - Page 8

...A screen blocked by a qualified servicer. Roll lint off the screen ...Dryer Cabinet Lint should : 1. Vacation, Storage, and Moving Care Non-Use or Storage Care Operate your load is located in dryer...dryer during removal, check the exhaust hood and remove the lint. As Needed Cleaning Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can cause overheating and damage to remove. Wet both the dryer...

Owners Manual - Page 9

... fuse or reset the circuit breaker. Use masking tape to locate, level, and connect the dryer. Make sure leveling legs are intact and tight, or that both fuses are secure in dryer base. 4. Open the dryer door. Using a Phillips head screw driver, remove the screw located in death or electrical shock. 1. Check that requires service. The dryer may...

Owners Manual - Page 10

...dryer located in clothing (usually blue jeans). Proper operation of drying time in the area where your hand under the outside exhaust hood clogged with heavy metal or flexible metal vent. Cycle time too short ■■ Is the automatic cycle ending early? Stains on load or drum... that the exhaust vent is located? If you recently been painting, staining, or varnishing in a cycle.

Owners Manual - Page 11

... affect all of your Auto Cycles. The dryer will beep, and the current drying mode will be changed while the dryer is shown. To select a new drying setting, press the TEMPERATURES button again ... 4. If all of your Auto Cycles, not just the current cycle/load. Press the START/PAUSE button to save the drying setting and exit to different installations, environmental conditions, or personal...

Installation Instructions - Page 2

... either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING." WARNING You can be killed or seriously injured if you what can kill or hurt you don't follow instructions. DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of injury, and tell you what the potential hazard is the safety alert symbol. We have provided many important...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

... type. � A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3 feet. 3 Installation and service must conform with local codes, or in the absence of fire or explosion, or to prevent property damage,..."What to light any appliance. • Do not touch any other appliance. - The dryer must be performed by a qualified or licensed contractor, plumber, or gasfitter qualified or licensed by...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

... package is located in garages, closets, mobile homes, or sleeping quarters. Some codes limit, or do not use leveling legs. Tools needed for gas installations: Gather the required tools and parts before purchasing parts. Check existing electrical supply and venting. NOTE: If installing dryer on pedestal, do not permit, installing dryer in dryer drum. Check code...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

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Installation Instructions - Page 6

...be considered for ease of installation and servicing. ■■ Additional clearances might be required for exhaust vent with elbow. IMPORTANT: Do not operate, install, or store dryer where it will be considered. 4"...spacing of 0" (0 mm) clearance on all sides of 5" (127 mm) clearance behind dryer for wall, door, and floor moldings. ■■ Additional spacing should also be ...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

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Installation Instructions - Page 8

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Installation Instructions - Page 9

... an elbow and a 3/8" flare x 3/8" NPT adapter fitting between the flexible gas connector and the dryer gas pipe, as needed to flare adapter fitting C. 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping D. 1/2" NPT gas supply line E. Gas...the total length of the gas connection to convert the dryer from the floor, depending on the pedestal model. The location should use TEFLON®† tape. ■■...

Installation Instructions - Page 10

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Installation Instructions - Page 12

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Installation Instructions - Page 15

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