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Gas Metallic Slate Available MED6230HC - ft. White Available MED6230HW - Electric MGD6230HW - Gas 41 1∕4" Height W11412672B 29 7∕8" Depth 27" Width Electric MGD6230HC - Dimension Guide Maytag® Dryer with Extra Power and Advanced Moisture Sensing - 7.4 cu.
Gas Metallic Slate Available MED6230HC - ft. White Available MED6230HW - Electric MGD6230HW - Gas 41 1∕4" Height W11412672B 29 7∕8" Depth 27" Width Electric MGD6230HC - Dimension Guide Maytag® Dryer with Extra Power and Advanced Moisture Sensing - 7.4 cu.
Dimension Guide
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...) 6"/0"* (152 mm/0 mm) 1"/0"* (25 mm/0 mm) *Recommended/Minimum spacing 1" (25 mm) 4 Louvered doors with a door, minimum ventilation openings in the top and bottom of the dryer is recommended to reduce noise transfer. Ƀ For closet installation, with equivalent ventilations openings are required.
...) 6"/0"* (152 mm/0 mm) 1"/0"* (25 mm/0 mm) *Recommended/Minimum spacing 1" (25 mm) 4 Louvered doors with a door, minimum ventilation openings in the top and bottom of the dryer is recommended to reduce noise transfer. Ƀ For closet installation, with equivalent ventilations openings are required.
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... tell you what the potential hazard is the safety alert symbol. All safety messages will follow instructions. Always read and obey all safety messages. The dryer must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or the Canadian Electrical Code...
... tell you what the potential hazard is the safety alert symbol. All safety messages will follow instructions. Always read and obey all safety messages. The dryer must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or the Canadian Electrical Code...
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... all models): Level Plastic putty knife Vent clamps Leveling legs (4) Parts needed : (Not supplied with clothes dryers. Tools needed for use with dryer) Check local codes. For further information, please refer to the dryer must end in your dryer. The cord should contain: ■ A UL listed 30 A power supply cord, rated 120/240 V minimum...
... all models): Level Plastic putty knife Vent clamps Leveling legs (4) Parts needed : (Not supplied with clothes dryers. Tools needed for use with dryer) Check local codes. For further information, please refer to the dryer must end in your dryer. The cord should contain: ■ A UL listed 30 A power supply cord, rated 120/240 V minimum...
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...floor moldings. See "Electrical Requirements." ■ Floor must be exposed to water, weather, or at least twice as large as a dryer. INSTALLATION CLEARANCES For each arrangement, consider allowing more space for proper exhaust installation. Louvered doors with a door, minimum ventilation openings in ...Openings (such as a nearby window) should also be at temperatures below 45°F (7°C). IMPORTANT: Do not operate, install, or store dryer where it will need: ■ A location allowing for ease of 200 lbs. (90.7 kg). The installation must be installed in death,...
...floor moldings. See "Electrical Requirements." ■ Floor must be exposed to water, weather, or at least twice as large as a dryer. INSTALLATION CLEARANCES For each arrangement, consider allowing more space for proper exhaust installation. Louvered doors with a door, minimum ventilation openings in ...Openings (such as a nearby window) should also be at temperatures below 45°F (7°C). IMPORTANT: Do not operate, install, or store dryer where it will need: ■ A location allowing for ease of 200 lbs. (90.7 kg). The installation must be installed in death,...
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... To properly install your outlet looks like this : 4-wire receptacle (14-30R) Then choose a 4-wire power supply cord with clothes dryers. If the dryer is isolated from the neutral conductor. ■ If local codes do not use with ring or spade terminals and UL listed strain relief... the neutral wire, see "Optional 3-wire connection" section. ■ A 4-wire power supply connection must be used , it here. ■ This dryer is your outlet looks like this : Then choose a 3-wire power supply cord with flexible metallic conduit. The National Electrical Code requires a 4-wire power ...
... To properly install your outlet looks like this : 4-wire receptacle (14-30R) Then choose a 4-wire power supply cord with clothes dryers. If the dryer is isolated from the neutral conductor. ■ If local codes do not use with ring or spade terminals and UL listed strain relief... the neutral wire, see "Optional 3-wire connection" section. ■ A 4-wire power supply connection must be used , it here. ■ This dryer is your outlet looks like this : Then choose a 3-wire power supply cord with flexible metallic conduit. The National Electrical Code requires a 4-wire power ...
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... with a UL listed and/or CSA International Certified Power Cord intended to an individual branch circuit. ■ This dryer is within reach of dryer's 4-wire receptacle final location. (14-30R) For further information, please reference service numbers located in "Assistance or Service... ed electrician or service representative or personnel if you are in death or electrical shock. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS I For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be sure that is properly installed and grounded in death, fire, or electrical shock. ■ 120 V, 60 Hz, AC ...
... with a UL listed and/or CSA International Certified Power Cord intended to an individual branch circuit. ■ This dryer is within reach of dryer's 4-wire receptacle final location. (14-30R) For further information, please reference service numbers located in "Assistance or Service... ed electrician or service representative or personnel if you are in death or electrical shock. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS I For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be sure that is properly installed and grounded in death, fire, or electrical shock. ■ 120 V, 60 Hz, AC ...
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...or CSA International) to flare adapter fitting C. 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping D. 1/2" NPT gas supply line E. Failure to convert the dryer from the gas supply piping system during pressure testing at pressures greater than 20 ft. (6.1 m), use with propane gas with Natural gas.... GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION REQUIREMENTS ■ Use an elbow and a 3/8" flare x 3/8" NPT adapter fitting between the stainless steel gas connector and the dryer gas pipe as needed to reach for use copper tubing. 8 BURNER INPUT REQUIREMENTS Elevations above 2,000 ft. (610 m): ■ When installed above...
...or CSA International) to flare adapter fitting C. 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping D. 1/2" NPT gas supply line E. Failure to convert the dryer from the gas supply piping system during pressure testing at pressures greater than 20 ft. (6.1 m), use with propane gas with Natural gas.... GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION REQUIREMENTS ■ Use an elbow and a 3/8" flare x 3/8" NPT adapter fitting between the stainless steel gas connector and the dryer gas pipe as needed to reach for use copper tubing. 8 BURNER INPUT REQUIREMENTS Elevations above 2,000 ft. (610 m): ■ When installed above...
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...Using a wrench and tape measure, screw leveling legs into leg holes until it is approximately 1" (25 mm) from the floor. Slide the dryer until bottom of foot is close to its final location. Use a UL listed strain relief. Choose electrical connection type Power supply cord 4-wire ... back of a cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire, go to green ground connector. For mobile home use the cardboard corner posts the dryer was packed with either a power supply cord or a direct wire connection. 9 Securely tighten all electrical connections. ONLY ELECTRICAL CONNECTION Power Supply ...
...Using a wrench and tape measure, screw leveling legs into leg holes until it is approximately 1" (25 mm) from the floor. Slide the dryer until bottom of foot is close to its final location. Use a UL listed strain relief. Choose electrical connection type Power supply cord 4-wire ... back of a cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire, go to green ground connector. For mobile home use the cardboard corner posts the dryer was packed with either a power supply cord or a direct wire connection. 9 Securely tighten all electrical connections. ONLY ELECTRICAL CONNECTION Power Supply ...
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... through the strain relief. Remove terminal block cover Remove hold the two clamp sections (C) together. 2. Attach power supply cord strain relief Spade terminals with the dryer cabinet and be in place. 2. Attach power supply cord strain relief If your outlet looks like this point. Be sure that one tab is pointing...
... through the strain relief. Remove terminal block cover Remove hold the two clamp sections (C) together. 2. Attach power supply cord strain relief Spade terminals with the dryer cabinet and be in place. 2. Attach power supply cord strain relief If your outlet looks like this point. Be sure that one tab is pointing...
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... screw. 4. Secure cover with upturned ends Ring terminals 1. E C B 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R) 3-prong plug Connect neutral ground wire (E) and neutral wire (white) (C) of dryer rear panel. Now, go to external ground conductor screw (A). Connect ground wire F Spade terminals with hold-down screw. Tighten screw. 11 Connect remaining wires Remove...
... screw. 4. Secure cover with upturned ends Ring terminals 1. E C B 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R) 3-prong plug Connect neutral ground wire (E) and neutral wire (white) (C) of dryer rear panel. Now, go to external ground conductor screw (A). Connect ground wire F Spade terminals with hold-down screw. Tighten screw. 11 Connect remaining wires Remove...
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...the removable conduit connector (A) onto the strain relief threads. 2. Strip 5" (127 mm) of outer covering from end of dryer rear panel. Shape ends of extra length so dryer may be moved if needed. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to outer terminal block screws. Cut 11/2" (... must have a tight fit with hold-down screw. Unscrew the removable conduit connector (A) and any screws from remaining 3 wires. Secure cover with the dryer cabinet and be connected to "4-Wire Direct Connection" on this : Fire Hazard Use 10 gauge copper wire. The strain relief should have 5 ft....
...the removable conduit connector (A) onto the strain relief threads. 2. Strip 5" (127 mm) of outer covering from end of dryer rear panel. Shape ends of extra length so dryer may be moved if needed. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to outer terminal block screws. Cut 11/2" (... must have a tight fit with hold-down screw. Unscrew the removable conduit connector (A) and any screws from remaining 3 wires. Secure cover with the dryer cabinet and be connected to "4-Wire Direct Connection" on this : Fire Hazard Use 10 gauge copper wire. The strain relief should have 5 ft....
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...and neutral wire Place hooked ends of remaining direct wire cable wires under center screw of terminal block (B). Finally, reinsert tab of dryer rear panel. Tighten screw. Prepare to neutral wire. Remove neutral ground wire (E) from end of direct wire cable under outer terminal... ground wire, cut bare wire even with holddown screw. Remove center screw B A Connect ground wire (green or bare) (F) of extra length so dryer may be moved if needed. Connect remaining wires E B A Remove center terminal block screw (B). Secure cover with outer covering. Now, go to "Venting...
...and neutral wire Place hooked ends of remaining direct wire cable wires under center screw of terminal block (B). Finally, reinsert tab of dryer rear panel. Tighten screw. Prepare to neutral wire. Remove neutral ground wire (E) from end of direct wire cable under outer terminal... ground wire, cut bare wire even with holddown screw. Remove center screw B A Connect ground wire (green or bare) (F) of extra length so dryer may be moved if needed. Connect remaining wires E B A Remove center terminal block screw (B). Secure cover with outer covering. Now, go to "Venting...
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...verify with hold -down screw. A Remove center terminal block screw (B). Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Prepare to connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire G A Connect a separate copper ground wire (G) from external ...ground conductor screw (A). 14 Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Remove neutral ground wire (E) from the external E B ground conductor screw (A) to outer terminal block screws Tighten screws. 4. Connect...
...verify with hold -down screw. A Remove center terminal block screw (B). Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Prepare to connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire G A Connect a separate copper ground wire (G) from external ...ground conductor screw (A). 14 Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Remove neutral ground wire (E) from the external E B ground conductor screw (A) to outer terminal block screws Tighten screws. 4. Connect...
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... , be sure there are no kinks. Bubbles will show a leak. Install a shut-off valve Closed valvAe 1. If connected to dryer. C B A. 3/8" flexible gas connector C. 3/8" to 3/8" pipe elbow B. 3/8" dryer pipe D. 3/8" pipe-to supply line type, size, and location. 3. NOTE: For propane gas connections, you must be different, ...column. Use pipe-joint compound on an approved noncorrosive leak-detection solution. If flexible metal tubing is used to connect dryer to dryer BOpen valve Flared male fitting A Non-flared male fitBting Open shut-off valve in death, explosion, or fire.
... , be sure there are no kinks. Bubbles will show a leak. Install a shut-off valve Closed valvAe 1. If connected to dryer. C B A. 3/8" flexible gas connector C. 3/8" to 3/8" pipe elbow B. 3/8" dryer pipe D. 3/8" pipe-to supply line type, size, and location. 3. NOTE: For propane gas connections, you must be different, ...column. Use pipe-joint compound on an approved noncorrosive leak-detection solution. If flexible metal tubing is used to connect dryer to dryer BOpen valve Flared male fitting A Non-flared male fitBting Open shut-off valve in death, explosion, or fire.
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... clamps to follow these instructions can be purchased from your "Quick Reference Guide." 16 WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. Review Vent System Chart and, if necessary, modify existing vent system to avoid crushing and kinking. Failure to ...9632; Recommended for exhausting. Flexible metal vent: (Acceptable only if accessible to clean) ■ Must be fully extended and supported in final dryer location. ■ Remove excess to avoid sagging and kinking that may obstruct exhaust (such as shown in the "Vent System Charts." Louvered ...
... clamps to follow these instructions can be purchased from your "Quick Reference Guide." 16 WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. Review Vent System Chart and, if necessary, modify existing vent system to avoid crushing and kinking. Failure to ...9632; Recommended for exhausting. Flexible metal vent: (Acceptable only if accessible to clean) ■ Must be fully extended and supported in final dryer location. ■ Remove excess to avoid sagging and kinking that may obstruct exhaust (such as shown in the "Vent System Charts." Louvered ...
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...mobile home. Bottom exhaust installation Vent System Chart Number of 90° turns or elbows Type of dryer. ■ Reduce performance, resulting in Vent System Chart. Dryer B. Exhaust systems longer than those specified will: ■ Shorten life of vent Angled hoods 0 Rigid...G B I . Exhaust outlet I H F. Standard rear offset exhaust installation B. PLAN VENT SYSTEM Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of mobile home and must contact your local dealer to the charts. 17 To determine maximum exhaust length, add one 90...
...mobile home. Bottom exhaust installation Vent System Chart Number of 90° turns or elbows Type of dryer. ■ Reduce performance, resulting in Vent System Chart. Dryer B. Exhaust systems longer than those specified will: ■ Shorten life of vent Angled hoods 0 Rigid...G B I . Exhaust outlet I H F. Standard rear offset exhaust installation B. PLAN VENT SYSTEM Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of mobile home and must contact your local dealer to the charts. 17 To determine maximum exhaust length, add one 90...
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... side of "Y" connector. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on faucet. Turn cold water faucet off , remove and replace rubber washer Attach dryer 5 ft (1.5 m) inlet hose ends to the "Y" connector. Remove old rubber washer from inlet hose and replace with 4" (102 mm) clamp. Screw on ...mm) Install exhaust hood and use old hoses. Run vent to exhaust hood with new rubber washer. 18 Secure vent to dryer location using the new inlet hoses. The dryer must fit over the exhaust hood. Attach washer cold inlet hose to secure vent, because they can catch lint. NOTE: Do...
... side of "Y" connector. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on faucet. Turn cold water faucet off , remove and replace rubber washer Attach dryer 5 ft (1.5 m) inlet hose ends to the "Y" connector. Remove old rubber washer from inlet hose and replace with 4" (102 mm) clamp. Screw on ...mm) Install exhaust hood and use old hoses. Run vent to exhaust hood with new rubber washer. 18 Secure vent to dryer location using the new inlet hoses. The dryer must fit over the exhaust hood. Attach washer cold inlet hose to secure vent, because they can catch lint. NOTE: Do...
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... vent, make sure vent is turned on fill valve connector. 5. Attach long hose to fill valve at bottom of long hose to dryer fill valve and tighten coupling Fill Valve CONNECT VENT 1. Using pliers, tighten the couplings an additional two-thirds turn. Check for leaks around... "Y" connector, faucets, and hoses. 19 Damage to exhaust outlet in dryer. Check that the water faucet is clean. Turn on cold water faucet Using a 4" (102 mm) clamp, connect vent to the coupling can result....
... vent, make sure vent is turned on fill valve connector. 5. Attach long hose to fill valve at bottom of long hose to dryer fill valve and tighten coupling Fill Valve CONNECT VENT 1. Using pliers, tighten the couplings an additional two-thirds turn. Check for leaks around... "Y" connector, faucets, and hoses. 19 Damage to exhaust outlet in dryer. Check that the water faucet is clean. Turn on cold water faucet Using a 4" (102 mm) clamp, connect vent to the coupling can result....
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... place. Use wrench to adjust legs up using a wood block. Place the base trim to side. Adjust leveling legs Not Level If dryer is not level, prop up or down on some models) To Install: Locating Pins Locking Features Place level here Check levelness of... dryer from side to bottom of base trim. 2) Rotate away from front to operate correctly. Base trim (on top of dryer and match the locating pins with the holes. LEVEL DRYER 1. Repeat from dryer and remove. To Remove: 2 1 On each corner. 1) Push...
... place. Use wrench to adjust legs up using a wood block. Place the base trim to side. Adjust leveling legs Not Level If dryer is not level, prop up or down on some models) To Install: Locating Pins Locking Features Place level here Check levelness of... dryer from side to bottom of base trim. 2) Rotate away from front to operate correctly. Base trim (on top of dryer and match the locating pins with the holes. LEVEL DRYER 1. Repeat from dryer and remove. To Remove: 2 1 On each corner. 1) Push...