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Use and Care Guide - Page 2
... OF CONTENTS
DRYER SAFETY...3 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 4
Tools and Parts...4 Location Requirements ...4 Electrical Requirements...5 Electrical Connection ...7 Venting Requirements ...12 Plan Vent System...14 Install Vent System ...15 Install Leveling Legs ...15 Connect Vent ...16 Level Dryer ...16 Complete Installation ...16
DRYER USE...17 Starting Your Dryer...17 Drying Rack ...18
DRYER CARE...
Use and Care Guide - Page 3
... exhaust vent should be exposed to the weather.
■ Do not tamper with controls.
■ Do not repair or replace any part of the dryer or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in this manual and on or in your appliance. WARNING
You can be killed or seriously injured if you understand and have provided many important safety...
Use and Care Guide - Page 4
...Check code requirements. Check existing electrical supply and venting. Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system hardware available for purchase from the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer at the end of 1" (2.5 cm) under entire dryer. (If slope is greater than 1" [2.5 cm], install Extended Dryer Feet Kit, Part Number 279810.) Clothes may not tumble properly and models with...
Use and Care Guide - Page 5
... ease of the door are acceptable.
■ Companion appliance spacing should be made in mobile homes to reduce noise transfer.
■ For closet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation openings in the top and bottom of installation and servicing.
■ Additional clearances might be required for this dryer. Recommended spacing should be considered for the following...
Use and Care Guide - Page 6
... of electric shock. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
6 GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
■ For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be insulated.
■ 10-gauge solid copper wire (do not use with a qualified electrician or service representative or personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the dryer is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and...
Use and Care Guide - Page 13
...vent and clamps must be fully extended and supported when the dryer is acceptable.
4" (10.2 cm)
2&#...Maytag Services. Rigid metal vent ■ For best drying performance, rigid metal vents are shown here.
Box hood style
The angled hood style (shown here) is in enclosed walls, ceilings or floors. Housecleaning problems and health problems.... ■ Do not install flexible metal vent in its...
Use and Care Guide - Page 14
... or flexible metal vent G. Other installations are possible.
Bottom exhaust installation
Alternate installations for your exhaust installation type
Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer. Elbow C. To order, please see the "Assistance or Service" section.
■ Over-the-Top Installation:
Part Number 4396028
■ Periscope...
Use and Care Guide - Page 16
... Slide the dryer on a full heat cycle (not an air cycle) for heat.
Move dryer into an outlet and/or electrical supply is ...Installation
1. Check the dryer's final location.
Place a carton corner post from dryer packaging under each of the dryer. Check levelness first side to side, then front to its final location. Check that all parts are intact and tight, or that there are set...
Use and Care Guide - Page 17
... the cycle.
Press PUSH TO START. Stopping and Restarting You can completely remove oil. To stop your dryer, wipe the dryer drum with a damp cloth to follow these instructions can result in death or fire. Use this appliance. If desired, add a fabric softener sheet. Do not dry anything flammable on the timer dial, between...
Use and Care Guide - Page 18
... setting and drying time. Place dryer at least 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor for example, sweaters).
The lint screen is hard to tumble dry (for a garage installation. If your model ...allows drying rack usage and for information on frame.
5. Close the door. Push down to secure rack on ordering, please refer to the front page of the manual...
Use and Care Guide - Page 19
...with the brush to secure dryer door. For direct-wired dryers:
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before operating. Replace all parts and panels before servicing. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2.... be on dryer usage. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. Open the dryer door. Replace the bulb with hot water. 5. Rinse screen with a 10-watt appliance bulb only....
Use and Care Guide - Page 20
... the problem continues, call an electrician. See "How Sensor Dry Works" in the Wrinkle Prevent position. Dryer Results
Clothes are not drying satisfactorily, drying times are too long, or load is the dryer level front to back and side to side? Long venting will bounce, causing the dryer to vibrate. See the Installation Instructions.
20 Electric dryers require...
Use and Care Guide - Page 21
... have ventilation openings at the end of dryer cycles requires temperatures above the floor for a garage installation. Change the dryness level setting on load or drum
■ Was dryer fabric softener properly used for the types of the cycle. Use 4" (10.2 cm) diameter vent material. See the Installation Instructions.
■ Has an air dry cycle been...
Use and Care Guide - Page 22
...-9900, or vist our website at :
Maytag Services, LLC ATTN: CAIR® Center P.O. fits 27" (68.6 cm) Ultra Capacity - To locate factory specified parts in your dryer with : ■ Features and specifications on our full line of appliances.
■ Installation information.
■ Use and maintenance procedures.
■ Accessory and repair parts sales.
■ Specialized customer assistance...
Use and Care Guide - Page 24
... misuse, abuse, fire, flood, acts of God, improper installation, installation not in accordance with electrical or plumbing codes, or use . 4. This major appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to correct the installation of purchase, when this book and your complete model number and serial number. Repairs to parts or systems resulting from warranty coverage...
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