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Question posted by wschmidt1031 on May 20th, 2011

Very Slow Drying

Maytag Elec dryer Model MDE2400AYW is drying slow (takes about 2 hrs). Venting is OK. If stopped mid cycle, the clothes are only warm.

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Owners Manual - Page 2

... into your clothes dryer, can warm these items to...clothes dryer hot or interrupt the drying cycle...cycle for deaf, hearing impaired or speech impaired, call : Maytag Customer Assistance 1-800-688-9900 U.S.A. 1-800-688-2002 Canada (Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Never remove these oils. For service information, see page 11. Recognize Safety Symbols, Words and Labels WARNING WARNING - Model...

Owners Manual - Page 3

...the possibility of the clothes dryer. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used in accordance with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, other flammable...WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury when using the appliance. 2. b.... materials must be dried on , in, or in front of continuing product improvements, Maytag reserves the right ...

Owners Manual - Page 4

.... 4. Remove lint from the grid. 3. Note • Do not operate the dryer without the lint filter grid in place. • Do not operate the dryer without the filter in the dryer at a time. • Mixed loads of heavy and lightweight clothes will dry, while heavy clothes may be damp. • Add one or two articles need...

Owners Manual - Page 5

... opened. Cycle Status Lights The Drying light will resume from the point of the cycle, the Cooling light will blink until the dryer door is pressed. If the dryer is pressed. 4 Operating Instructions Start/Pause After setting the cycle and desired options, press the Start/Pause pad to cancel the cycle and stop the dryer. Turn the Dryer Off Power...

Owners Manual - Page 6

... 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. Using the Controls STEP 1 Select Cycle To select a cycle, rotate the control dial to dry heat-sensitive items at the end of the cycle. Damp Dry can be used with...

Owners Manual - Page 7

... leaving some moisture in the Normal/Auto Dry, Wrinkle Release or Damp Dry cycles, press the Temperature pad. An indicator light will illuminate next to the desired temperature. Press the pad repeatedly to completely dry the load. STEP 3 Select Temperature To select the correct temperature, in the clothing at the end of larger or bulkier...

Owners Manual - Page 8

... provides approximately 95 minutes of intermittent tumbling in the Delicates, Wrinkle Release, Damp Dry or Air Fluff cycles. To lock the controls, press and hold the Chime and Wrinkle Prevent pads for... light will NOT function when locked. The dryer door must be closed . 7 The Child Lock indicator light will sound. End of the cycle to reduce wrinkling. To subtract time from the...

Owners Manual - Page 9

... Wrinkle Control cycle to ensure proper operation. Adding a couple of dry towels shortens dry time and absorbs moisture. • DO NOT dry on the label. • Vegetable or cooking oil soaked items (see page 2). 8 Care & Cleaning Control Panel Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Dryer Exterior Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Refer to maintain optimum performance. Special Laundry Tips...

Owners Manual - Page 10

... possible. Do Clean all joints, including at the dryer. Don't Let a poor exhaust system cause slow drying. Don't Use longer than necessary duct runs with a poor exhaust system. Don't Allow crushed or clogged ducts and vent. Do Use 4" diameter rigid metal duct. Don't Restrict your dryer with many elbows. Inspect and clean the exhaust system...

Owners Manual - Page 11

... too small. For further assistance contact Maytag ServicesSM, Maytag Customer Assistance: U.S.A. 1-800-688-9900 or Canada 1-800-688-2002. Select the More Dry setting if desired. • If one heavy item is dried with a lightweight load, such as coins, nails, etc. U.S.A. Add a few towels and restart the cycle. • Clothes load is normal as from the...

Installation Instructions - Page 2

Make sure you have everything necessary for electric dryers (except Canada). 3. must be rigid metal or flexible stiff walled metal exhaust ducting. See Exhaust Requirements. EXHAUST SYSTEM - HOWEVER, SERVICE CALLS PERFORMED AS A RESULT OF ...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

... USE PLASTIC OR NONMETAL FLEXIBLE DUCT. All mobile home installations must be exhausted to the outside . • Electric dryers not located in a confined area may not terminate beneath the mobile home. In the United States: • Electric dryers located in a confined area such as possible. 4 and Canada: • Refer to the outside . EXHAUSTING Exhausting...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

...VENT, ANY OTHER COMMON DUCT OR CHIMNEY. Never install a screen over the exhaust outlet. • When possible, do not exhaust the dryer...build-up . Disconnect electrical service prior to cleaning...DRYER. • Plastic flexible duct can kink, sag, be punctured, reduce airflow, extend drying times and affect dryer operation. • Exhaust systems longer than recommended can extend drying...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

... exhaust must not terminate directly behind the dryer. • Use a rectangular vent kit along with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/ NFPA (for the United States) or the Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22.1 (for Export Models on last page of least resistance for electrical current. NONEXHAUSTED INSTALLATIONS • If the electric dryer is located inside the lower kick panel...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

... for use with clothes dryer, that is U.L. Last revision (for Canada) and local codes and ordinances. • A 120/240-volt U.S. The power cord electric supply wiring must be... electrical system. • If a power cord is used and the electric dryer is to whether the appliance is properly grounded. ELECTRIC MODELS - IMPORTANT: When permitted by local codes, the dryer electrical ...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

... whom you purchased your dryer or Maytag Customer Service, Box 2370, Cleveland, Tennessee 373202370, phone 423-472-3333, for information on both sides of the line is required. • All Canadian models are shipped with the power cord attached. Canada Only • A 120/240 volt, 60 Hz AC approved electrical service fused through neutral...

Installation Instructions - Page 9

... installations: install a section of the carton corner posts on the floor. Review Electrical Requirements Section. models are packaged inside of the duct sections must be used , the dryer frame cannot be taped. Remove the terminal block cover plate. To Install... 1. Tip the dryer forward on the terminal block. All U.S. NOTE: a strain relief must point...

Installation Instructions - Page 10

...cover. Replace the terminal block cover. Remove the ground strap screw from a 4-wire electrical system to a 3-wire, the ground strap must always be attached to the neutral... strap over the existing nuts on the posts. 2. Level The Dryer: With a level, check the dryer, and make necessary adjustments to last page of installation instructions. 6.... EXPORT MODELS Refer to the leveling legs. 10

Installation Instructions - Page 11

...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... firmly on gas models), exhaust and electrical connections are complete. HOUSEHOLD INSTALLATION ACCESSORIES • Vent hood - 4" ...

Installation Instructions - Page 12

... be properly grounded with clothes dryers, that sold the appliance or: Maytag International, 8700 W. Secure the power cord ground wire to the terminal block support Neutral Post Power Cord Ground Wire using the nuts provided in place using the ground screw. If the power cord has ring terminals: 1. EXPORT ELECTRIC MODELS Export electric models are tight. 2. Place...

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