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Question posted by matlockre on October 27th, 2014

The Side Of Dryer Gets Real Hot Then Starts Smelling Like Something Is Burning

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Answer #1: Posted by TommyKervz on October 27th, 2014 8:02 PM

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Follow the inatructions below

http://homeguides.sfgate.com/burning-smell-tumble-dryer-69220.html

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Related Maytag MDE2400AYW Manual Pages

Owners Manual - Page 1

... Time Display Cycle Status Lights Using the Controls 5-7 Select Cycle Select Dryness Level Select Temperature Select Options Press Start/Pause Use & Care Guide Care & Cleaning 8 Control Panel Dryer Exterior Dryer Exhaust System Stainless Steel Special Laundry Tips Dryer Exhaust Tips 9 Troubleshooting 10 Service & Warranty 11 Guide d'utilisation et d'entretien 12 Guía de uso y cuidado...

Owners Manual - Page 2

...Oxidation creates heat. All washed and unwashed fabrics that may prevent heat from the clothes dryer hot or interrupt the drying cycle until the items have been spotted or soaked with extra ...manufacturer about problems or conditions you have questions, call 1-800-688-2080. Always contact your dryer items that have run through the Cool Down cycle. In our continuing effort to the ...

Owners Manual - Page 3

... for grounding this appliance where it will be dried on top of the clothes dryer. For complete details, see the Installation Instructions packed with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents...See installation instructions for dryer use fabric softeners or products to the weather. 7. Important Safety Instructions WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or personal ...

Owners Manual - Page 4

... Place the left end of the grid in the filter opening and push the right side in the dryer at a time. • Mixed loads of some fabrics. 3 Swing the lint filter away from the...grid. 3. Remove the lint filter grid by depressing the latch on the right end. 2. Load the Dryer Properly • Place only one washload in until it lays flat against the grid. 5. Operating Instructions ...

Owners Manual - Page 5

... the Complete light will blink until the cycle is opened. If the dryer is paused during a cycle, the indicator lights will illuminate, until the dryer door is complete. When the cycle is complete, "End" will appear in the cycle after the Start/Pause pad is pressed. 4 Cycle Status Lights The Drying light will...

Owners Manual - Page 6

... the end of the cycle. Damp Dry can be used with any temperature selection. Air Fluff The Air Fluff cycle tumbles the load in the dryer too long after the cycle has ended. Wrinkle Control The Wrinkle Control cycle is designed to the desired cycle. Wrinkle Release The Wrinkle Release cycle...

Owners Manual - Page 7

... illuminate next to the desired temperature. Medium For permanent press, synthetics, lightweight cottons or items labeled Tumble Dry Medium. Use the chart below as a guide: DRYER TEMPS LOAD TYPE Regular For sturdy cottons or those labeled Tumble Dry. Low For heat sensitive items labeled Tumble Dry Low or Tumble Dry Warm...

Owners Manual - Page 8

... Adjust Time Time can be locked for safety, cleaning or to start the dryer. Child Lock The control panel can be closed . 7 STEP 5 Press Start/Pause Press this pad to prevent unwanted use. To add time to...Chime and Wrinkle Prevent pads for 3 seconds. If the door is opened during the cycle, the Start/Pause pad must be added or subtracted from the cycle, press the Less Time pad until the...

Owners Manual - Page 9

... the care label instructions. Use the Air Fluff (no-heat) cycle. • WARNING - Dryer Exhaust System Inspect and clean once a year to ensure proper operation. ITEM Blankets Curtains and Draperies... panel finish could be cleaned more information. Dryer Exterior Clean with a clean cloth. The outside exhaust hood should be damaged by some laundry pre-treatment soil and stain-remover products. ...

Owners Manual - Page 10

... system cause slow drying. Be sure vent flap opens and closes freely. Never use and care guide. Do Let your dryer with many elbows. Tape all old ducts before installing your new dryer. Don't Allow crushed or clogged ducts and vent. Don't Use longer than necessary duct runs with a poor exhaust system...

Owners Manual - Page 11

...fuse blown or the circuit breaker tripped? • Push the Start/Pause pad again if the door was opened during the drying cycle. • The dryer should be inspected and cleaned annually. • Use rigid 4" ...a few towels and restart the cycle. • Clothes load is shut. • Is the electrical cord plugged in the air, ventilate the room completely before load is dry • Be sure ...

Installation Instructions - Page 2

...with dryer door open 90o -3388".2/ 59"7c/ m97) cm) 2 HOWEVER, SERVICE CALLS PERFORMED AS A RESULT OF POOR SET-UP, ADJUSTMENT AND CONNECTION ARE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE INSTALLER. EXHAUST SYSTEM - POWER CORD for proper installation. 1. GROUNDED ELECTRICAL OUTLET... wrench Proper installation is required. Make sure you have everything necessary for electric dryers (except Canada). 3.

Installation Instructions - Page 3

...DRYER PRODUCES COMBUSTIBLE LINT. WARNING WARNING - If this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED TO THE OUTDOORS. THE DRYER...dryer is important to overhead cabinets, ceilings, etc. The dryer must contain a minimum of 120 in2 of fire, this closet contains both a washer and a dryer... dryer cabinet and adjacent walls or other fuel-burning appliance... DISCARDED APPLIANCES SUCH AS DRYERS TO AVOID THE DANGER ...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

.... A minimum of 60 in2 (152.5 cm2) of flexible duct in a mobile home, provisions for more information. EXHAUSTING Exhausting the dryer to the floor must be made. In the United States: • Electric dryers located in increased lint accumulation. Outside the U.S. If your existing ductwork is available with the exhaust duct termination securely fastened...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

...at least 12 inches (30.5 cm) of clearance between the bottom of wildlife. Disconnect electrical service prior to cleaning. • Frequently check to be insulated and slope slightly down ...8226; If exhaust ductwork must be punctured, reduce airflow, extend drying times and affect dryer operation. • Exhaust systems longer than recommended can extend drying times, affect machine ...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

...laundry area. • WARNING: IF THE DRYER IS NOT EXHAUSTED TO THE OUTSIDE, SOME FINE LINT WILL BE EXPELLED INTO THE LAUNDRY AREA. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS NOTE: Wiring diagram is not exhausted to the dryer...WIRE TO PLASTIC PLUMBING LINES, GAS LINES OR HOT WATER PIPES. ELECTRIC MODELS U.S. NONEXHAUSTED INSTALLATIONS • If the electric dryer is located inside the lower kick panel. ...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

... If a power cord is not used , the cord should be connected by local codes, the dryer electrical supply may be plugged into a 30-ampere receptacle. • The power cord is NOT provided... with tinned leads. • Do not reuse a power supply cord from an old dryer. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS BEFORE OPERATING OR TESTING, follow all wiring and grounding must be done in Grounding Section...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

... information on both sides of the line is to 208 volts. The power cord should be plugged into a 30 ampere receptacle. ELECTRIC MODELS - NOTE: It is not permissible to convert a dryer in Canada to be installed in a mobile home or an area where local codes do not permit grounding through a 30 ampere...

Installation Instructions - Page 9

... do not cover louvers in side-by-side installations, to allow access to the dryer before moving the dryer in the cabinet near the terminal block. Install the ductwork from the dryer. The crimped end of exhaust system to gas, electrical and exhaust connections. Tip for installation. A 4-WIRE SYSTEM CONNECTION is used . Review the...

Installation Instructions - Page 11

...;q Dryer is plugged into electrical outlet and is properly grounded. ❏q Exhaust ductwork is hooked up to dryer and all joints taped. ❏q Plastic flexible duct is NOT used. ❏q Rigid or stiff walled flexible metal vent material was used. ❏q Dryer is level with all gas connections (on the floor. ❏q Start dryer to confirm dryer...

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...as the washer cycle ends. The washer high spin speeds range from the load. If the hot and cold water inlet hoses are too wet - NOTE: If you do not have your Installation Instructions... with Dispensers in . If safe for details. Was the wash water warm enough to get the best performance from the dryer to move in Corners Loads are reversed, the washer will display "HC" error code...
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