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Owners Manual - Page 1

...find this manual and on the model and serial number label, located at the top inside dryer door well. DRYER USER INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCTIONS POUR L'UTILISATEUR DE LA SÉCHEUSE Table of purchase or installation date ...Numéro de téléphone Numéro de modèle Date d'achat DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of injury, and tell you what the potential hazard is...

Owners Manual - Page 2

IMPORTANT: The gas installation must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54. The dryer must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70. 2

Owners Manual - Page 3

...9632;■ Replace plastic or foil vent material with heat, dryers require good air flow to efficiently dry laundry. The venting system attached to the dryer plays a big role in a vent system; Do not use...8226; Immediately call the re department. - Do not store or use any electrical switch; Good Better ■■ Remove lint and debris from the exhaust hood. ■■...

Owners Manual - Page 4

... a similar load, choose a setting closer to the care label directions. Temperature Tips If your dryer model. On some models, temperature is complete. Drying time with a selectable temperature knob, you ... WRINKLE PREVENT (on your dryer has multiple heat settings: ■■ A High heat setting may be used for drying heavyweight items such as towels and work clothes. ■■ ...

Owners Manual - Page 5

...size, and dryness setting. All loads This is periodically tumbled to handle. Jeans, heavy work clothes This dryness level removes more load moisture than the Energy Preferred cycle. Drying time ... complete, the load is the last step in the dryer too long. Denim Thoroughly dries denims. Medium or High Jeans, heavy work clothes, towels Gives the best drying in the shortest time...

Owners Manual - Page 6

... drying rack, leaving space between items. Do not allow space for the type of fire, electric shock, or injury to an Off area when the dryer is not in death, explosion, or fire. Do not pack the dryer. Use the Energy Preferred Automatic Setting to dry most heavy to ON or OFF. Turn...

Owners Manual - Page 8

... side? Changing the Drum Light (on the supply line? ■■ Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped? Open the dryer door. Locate the light bulb cover on the back wall of the cover. Failure to secure dryer door. Unplug the power supply cord. 2. Electric dryers use 2 household fuses or circuit breakers. Electric dryers require 240...

Owners Manual - Page 9

... ■■ Is the exhaust vent or outside exhaust hood to dry quickly? Change the dryness level setting on load ■■ Is the lint screen clogged? WARNING Fire Hazard... Use a heavy metal vent. Long venting will change the amount of the dryer requires 5" (127 mm). Failure to do not feel air movement, clean exhaust system of...

Owners Manual - Page 11

...in which it is installed in an inaccessible location or is not installed in accordance with electrical or plumbing codes, or use your home. 7. This limited warranty is valid only in...do not allow limitations on how to use of products not approved by a Maytag designated service company. MAYTAG® LAUNDRY WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this ...

Installation Instructions - Page 2

...; #2 Phillips screwdriver ■ Adjustable wrench that allows for U.S. Check that connect to the dryer must not be extended. If using a power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft (61 cm) of either side of 200 lbs (90.7 kg). See "Electrical Requirements." ■ A sturdy floor to do not permit, installation of an automatic cycle...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

...; Do not use an extension cord. ■ If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the electrical connection is adequate. 3 The ... spacing should also be at least twice as large as the dryer exhaust opening side-swing door D. The National Electric Code requires a 4-wire supply connection for homes built after 1996...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

... receptacle (10-30R) Then choose a 3-wire power supply cord with a 3-wire electrical supply connection. Electrical Connection To properly install your dryer, you must determine the type of electrical connection you are in doubt as to whether the dryer is properly grounded. Grounding through the neutral is prohibited for electric current. In the event of malfunction or breakdown...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

... and in a risk of the above codes standard may be grounded. Check with all local codes. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 5 The cord is properly grounded. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS ■ For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be plugged into a grounded 4 prong outlet. A copy of electric shock. Failure to do so can result in conformance with the Canadian...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

... ground wire F. Strain relief tab pointing up and the other is pointing down screw and terminal block cover. Securely tighten all electrical connections. Securely tighten all electrical connections. A BC D E F A. Style 1: Power supply cord strain relief ■ Remove the screws from a ³⁄₄" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief (UL marking on strain relief...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

...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) 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R) ...: Power Supply Cord IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes and where local codes do not permit the use of 3-wire connections. Neutral prong E. Electrical Connection Options If...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

...electrical connections. B. Connect ground wire (green or bare) of power supply cord F. A B C 5" (12.7 cm) When connecting to external ground conductor screw. Remove neutral ground wire from 3 remaining wires. Ground wire (green or bare) of power supply cord...D A. Tighten screw. Dotted line shows position of dryer rear panel. External ground conductor screw B. Neutral ground...

Installation Instructions - Page 9

... strain relief screws. 6. You have completed your electrical connections. Neutral prong D. Ring terminals G. Neutral (white or center wire) E ... Now go to "Venting Requirements." 3-wire connection: Power Supply Cord Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to neutral...Ground wire (green or bare) of extra length so dryer can be moved if needed. Now go to "...

Installation Instructions - Page 10

... D A. Neutral ground wire E B. You have completed your electrical connections. Center silver-colored terminal block screw D. Connect the other...end of the neutral wire (white or center wire) of dryer rear panel. Squeeze hooked end together. Neutral wire (white...3-wire connection Use for direct wire or power supply cord where local codes do not permit connecting cabinet-ground ...

Installation Instructions - Page 14

...and tighten top screws in hinges. 7. Insert door strike plug into hinge holes on dryer, grasp sides of hinge slot. Remove bottom screws from cabinet side of hinges (C). ...strike aligns with putty knife. Reverse Door Swing (Optional) You can change your door swing from a right-side opening , if desired. Open dryer door. Position door so large end of door hinge slot is ...

Installation Instructions - Page 15

... the dryer door and feel heat, cancel cycle and close the door. Set the dryer on power. Dispose of your tools. In the U.S.A. ■ For power supply cord installation, plug into a grounded 4 prong outlet.... : 9. When the dryer has been running or "On" position. ■ Start button has been pushed firmly. ■ Dryer is plugged into an outlet and/or electrical supply is level. If...

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