Maytag MED5900TW Support Question
Maytag MED5900TW Support Question
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Question posted by aouterbridge on June 11th, 2010
Dryer Not Working
Dryer has power - internal light on - the timer appears to be working and some soft clicking noises but no heat or motion of drum
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Related Maytag MED5900TW Manual Pages
User Guide - Page 2
...-Care TM drying system setting provides the shortest drying time and best fabric care for your dryer. NOTE: The energy-saving feature of Cycle Signal is selectable, and the signal will sound...dryness of Cycle signal is not as dry as jeans, corduroys or work clothes or cotton jerseys.
• We do not recommend use a no heat (air) setting for a load, select the lower setting rather than...
Technical Education - Page 1
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TECHNICAL EDUCATION
CENTENNIAL™ ELECTRIC & GAS
DRYERS
MODELS: MED5900TW0 MGD5900TW0 MED5800TW0 MGD5800TW0 MED5700TW0 MGD5700TW0 MED5600TW0 MGD5600TW0 MED5500TW0 MGD5500TW0
JOB AID 8178629
Technical Education - Page 2
... - For specific information on our products by anyone other than authorized In-Home Service Professionals. GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
The goal of the Centennial™ Electric & Gas Dryers. The objectives of this Job Aid are to:
• Understand and follow proper safety precautions. • Successfully troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions. • Successfully perform...
Technical Education - Page 3
... INFORMATION 2-1 Installation Instructions 2-1
PRODUCT OPERATION 3-1 Dryer Use 3-1 Dryer Care 3-4 Troubleshooting 3-6
COMPONENT ACCESS 4-1 Component ...Drum Light Assembly 4-20
COMPONENT TESTING 5-1 Door Switch 5-1 Thermal Fuse & Exhaust Thermistor 5-2 High-Limit Thermostat & Thermal Cutoff (TCO) (Gas Models Only 5-2 Flame Sensor 5-3 Gas Burner Coils 5-3 Burner Ignitor 5-4 Electric...
Technical Education - Page 4
iv - Page DIAGNOSTICS & TROUBLESHOOTING 6-1
Diagnostics 6-1 Diagnostic Guide 6-1 Less Dry Test 6-1 Diagnostic Test 6-1 Component Tests 6-3
Troubleshooting 6-9 Troubleshooting Guide 6-9 Troubleshooting 6-10
WIRING DIAGRAMS & STRIP CIRCUITS 7-1 Electric Dryers 7-1 Wiring Diagram 7-1 Strip Circuits 7-3 Gas Dryers 7-4 Wiring Diagram 7-4 Strip Circuits 7-6
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Technical Education - Page 6
... SERIAL NUMBER DESIGNATIONS
MODEL NUMBER
MODEL NUMBER
M E D 5 9 00 T W 0
BRAND M = Maytag
ACCESS / FUEL T = Top Load F = Front Load W = Work Space E = Electric
G = Gas H = Horizontal V = Vertical
PRODUCT W = Washer D = Dryer T = Thin Twin
P = Pedestal B = Combo C = Compact
SERIES 1 = Innovation 2 = Commercial 3 = Compact 4 = Stack 5 = LEAP
6 = Oasis 7 = Merloni 8 = Horizon 9 = Duet/Combo...
Technical Education - Page 9
...
• Flat-blade screwdriver • #2 Phillips screwdriver • Adjustable wrench that may be ordered by calling the dealer from dryer drum. Check existing gas supply, electrical supply and venting. Ask for gas con-
nections) • Flat-blade screwdriver • Adjustable wrench that all parts were included.
4 leveling legs
Parts needed: Check ...
Technical Education - Page 10
... "Venting Requirements," page 2-17.
• A separate 30-amp circuit (electric only).
• If you are acceptable.
• Companion appliance spacing should...dryer. See "Electrical Requirements," pages 2-4, 2-6, or 2-14.
• A sturdy floor to reduce noise transfer.
• For closet installation, with equivalent ventilation openings are using a power supply cord, a grounded electrical...
Technical Education - Page 12
... to the neutral conductor (white wire) within the dryer. Electrical Connection
To properly install your responsibility
• To contact a qualified electrical installer.
• To be at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long.
A copy of the above code standards can be using a power supply cord:
Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for it is recommended that...
Technical Education - Page 13
... accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
• For a permanently connected dryer:
This dryer must have three 10-gauge copper wires and match a 3-wire receptacle of NEMA Type... outlet installed by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. The neutral conductor must be identified by direct wire: Power supply cable must be grounded. The ground wire (ground conductor...
Technical Education - Page 14
... or circuit breaker is within reach of the "Use & Care Guide." Check with a CSA International Certified Power Cord intended to do so can result in accordance with the dryer; Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into an appropriate outlet that the electrical connection is properly installed and grounded in a risk of the above codes standard may be...
Technical Education - Page 16
... cord is not available)
Electrical Connection Options
If your type of a cabinet-ground conductor to the neutral wire, go to :
4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-30R)
A UL listed, 120/240-volt minimum, 30-amp, dryer power supply cord*
4-wire connection:
Power Supply Cord
4-wire direct
5" (12.7 cm)
A fused disconnect or circuit breaker box*
4-wire...
Technical Education - Page 17
...
1. Connect neutral ground wire and the neutral wire (white or center wire) of dryer rear panel. Connect the other wires to "Venting Requirements," page 2-17. External ground...A
B
C
FE D
A. Neutral ground wire
4. You have completed your electrical connection. 4-wire connection: Power Supply Cord
IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes and where local codes ...
Technical Education - Page 19
... (green or bare) of dryer rear panel.
Ring terminals G.
External ground conductor screw C. Center silver-colored terminal block screw D. Connect the other power supply cable wires under the outer..., silver-colored terminal screw of power supply cord to neutral wire. Neutral (white or center wire)
1. You have completed your electrical connection. Connect neutral wire (white...
Technical Education - Page 20
...of the other power supply cable wires under the center screw of terminal block cover into a hook shape.
1
. You have completed your electrical connection. If ...5 ft (1.52 m) of cable. Direct wire cable must have completed your electrical connection. Strip 3-1/2˝ (8.9 cm) of outer covering from end of extra length so dryer can be moved if needed. Tighten screw. B
C
B
C
D
D...
Technical Education - Page 21
... neutral wire (white or center wire) of dryer rear panel. Tighten screw. Connect the other wires to "Venting Requirements," page 2-17. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot
of power supply cord/cable under center, silver-colored terminal block screw. You have completed your electrical connection. Now go to outer terminal block...
Technical Education - Page 22
... be plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of least resistance for electric current. Failure to whether the dryer is properly grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by providing a path...
Technical Education - Page 32
... shock.
Electrical Shock Hazard
• Dryer door is first used.
In the U.S.A.
• For power supply cord installation, plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
12.
Gas Dryers Only: When the dryer has
8. Read "Dryer Use," page 3-3. Wipe the dryer drum interior thoroughly with a damp cloth to follow these instructions can result in a running for heat.
Check...
Technical Education - Page 38
... you may not have heat.
The drum may be turning, but you may not have heat. If the dryer hasn't been used ? Timer does not noticeably advance
• Is the dryer set to vibrate. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. The drum may vibrate if not properly installed. Electric dryers use 2 household fuses...
Technical Education - Page 77
..., plug in • Door - must be open . lay should be open from COM to Off.
If the dryer still heats:
• Unplug dryer or disconnect power. • Replace the electronic control assembly. High • Timer - If the dryer starts running before the PTS switch is plugged in the Sensor or Y-R wire. If not, replace the heater...
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