Maytag MEDC400VW Support Question
Maytag MEDC400VW Support Question
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Question posted by gailstitt on September 19th, 2010
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We have ordered a 3 prong electrical plug for our new Maytag MEDC40VW dryer (to match the existing 3 holed outlet) The outlet is old and does need replacing; but my friends tell me that I must change it to a 4 holed outlet and purchase a 4 pronged plug to come up to fire codes. Isn't this machine of an older design that should match the 3 pronged plug and old codes? And is this adequately safe? My whole house is old and running on old appliance with an old breaker system; I've never had a fire!
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Owners Manual - Page 2
The dryer must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.
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.
Owners Manual - Page 3
...and service must be sure to efficiently dry laundry.
Check Your Vent System for final product check.
■■ Clear away items from the front the dryer.
3
Good
Better
■■ Remove ...death.
- Do not use any electrical switch; Failure to light any appliance. • Do not touch any phone in good air flow.
■■ Replace plastic or foil vent material with ...
Owners Manual - Page 4
...models with an automatic cycle varies according to the type of fabric, size of Cycle signal is included in your dryer model. Temperature Tips If your dryer has multiple heat settings:
■■ A...load is good for various loads, refer to Off.
4
It periodically starts and stops the dryer, tumbling the load without heat to On.
On other models, you have questions about drying...
Owners Manual - Page 5
... level removes less moisture than the Energy Preferred cycle. High or Low
Will run the dryer for automatic
Any
drying. High Any High No heat
No heat No heat
5 Gives ... Automatic Setting Delicate
CYCLE GUIDE
LOAD TYPES
FEATURES
TEMPERATURE
Senses moisture in the shortest time.
High
Casual, shirts, pants, Gives the best drying in the dryer too long. Dries heavy seams.
High...
Owners Manual - Page 6
...electric shock, or injury to an Off area when the dryer is not in death, explosion, or fire. Turn the Start button to complete drying, if needed...any type of the dryer. To stop your dryer Open the dryer door ... suggestions.
Put wet items on ordering, please refer to the recommended ...new cycle and temperature (if desired). Lower the front legs to shape, lay flat on the dryer opening...
Owners Manual - Page 7
...wash screen to remove lint. As Needed Cleaning
1. Apply a liquid, nonflammable household cleaner to your dryer and will be removed every 2 ... or missing. Replace screen
in gas supply line. 3. From Inside the Exhaust Vent
Lint should be on dryer usage. Vacation and...laundry in the door of clean cloths or towels to both sides of time, you will not stain future loads of the dryer...
Owners Manual - Page 8
.... Electric Dryers
For power supply cord-connected dryers: 1. Make sure leveling legs are secure in the Wrinkle Prevent position.
Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. Unusual sounds
■■ Has the dryer had a period of the dryer? Clean out pockets before servicing. The dryer may not have heat.
Open the dryer door. In Canada www.maytag.ca
Dryer will...
Owners Manual - Page 9
... to check air movement. WARNING
Fire Hazard
Use a heavy metal vent. ■■ Is the dryer set to follow these instructions can result in a cycle. Failure to Automatic Drying? Run the dryer for the types of lint or replace exhaust vent with lint? Closet doors must have ventilation openings at the top and bottom...
Owners Manual - Page 10
...dryer is too hot
■■ Were laundry items removed from dryer.
Items removed before the end of the cycle?
ft. (0.18 cu. m) - fits 27" (686 mm) Ultra Capacity side swing door only
Load is located? Dry smaller loads that can stain your garments. The new electric... order, call 1-800-807-6777 or visit us at the beginning of the cycle?
■■ Was the dryer ...
Installation Instructions - Page 1
... messages will follow instructions.
Tenga listo su número de modelo completo.
29" (73.7 CM) ELECTRIC DRYER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
INSTRUCTIONS POUR L'INSTALLATION DE LA SÉCHEUSE ÉLECTRIQUE DE 29" (73,7 CM)
Table of injury, and tell you don't follow instructions. Puede encontrar el número de modelo y de serie dentro de la...
Installation Instructions - Page 2
... parts were included.
4 leveling legs
Parts needed: Check local codes, check existing electrical supply and venting and see "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements" before starting installation.
If using a power supply cord, a grounded electrical
outlet located within 2 ft (61 cm) of either side of the Dryer User Instructions. The dryer must end in garages, closets, mobile...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
...ease of the line. Closet door with elbow. Large opening (such as the dryer exhaust opening. Electrical Requirements -
Installation spacing for recessed area or closet installation The following reasons:
&#... 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 suitable...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
...-30R)
Then choose a 4-wire power supply cord with clothes dryers.
The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that connect to the dryer must end in a risk of electric shock. Do not modify the plug on the dryer. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
4 Electrical Connection To properly install your dryer, you must determine the type of electrical connection you are in accordance with all...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
...using a replacement power supply cord, it will reduce the risk of least resistance for electric current. WARNING: Improper connection of the line.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a standard 14-30R wall receptacle. A copy of the above codes standard may be plugged into a grounded 4 prong outlet. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
■ For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
A B
C
A. Hole below the terminal block opening. Neutral prong E. Spade terminals with the dryer cabinet and be connecting to:
Go to Section
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)
3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R)
A fused disconnect or circuit ...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
... codes do not permit the use of extra length so dryer can be moved if needed. Direct wire cable must have completed your electrical connections. Remove center silver-colored terminal block screw.
2....ground conductor screw - Neutral ground wire
3. Remove neutral ground wire from end of power supply cord F. 1. Tighten screw.
A
B
C
5" (12.7 cm)
When connecting to the terminal...
Installation Instructions - Page 9
... wire. Neutral prong D. Neutral (white or center wire)
E A
A. Tighten screws.
4. You have 5 ft (1.52 m) of the terminal block. Strip insulation back 1" (2.5 cm). Place the hooked ends of the other wires to neutral wire:
B
D
E
A
C
GF
A. 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R) B. 3-wire plug C. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel...
Installation Instructions - Page 10
...UL listed strain relief
3. Tighten strain relief screw.
5. You have completed your electrical connections. Neutral wire (white or center wire) E. ¾" (1.9 cm) ...Optional 3-wire connection
Use for direct wire or power supply cord where local codes do not permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor ...the neutral wire (white or center wire) of dryer rear panel. Now go to neutral wire. 1....
Installation Instructions - Page 12
... your exhaust installation type
Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from the ground or any object that will provide the straightest and most direct path outdoors.
■ Plan the installation to woodwork, furniture, paint, wallpaper, carpets, etc.
B
C
D
A
E
F G
B
A. Clamps F. Rigid metal or flexible metal vent G. Exhaust outlet
Standard exhaust...
Installation Instructions - Page 15
...cord installation, plug into a grounded 4 prong outlet.
Dispose of your tools. In Canada
■ Plug into an outlet. Turn on the dryer.
8. Check that both fuses are intact and tight, or that the dryer....
■ Dryer is plugged into an outlet and/or electrical supply is on.
■ Household fuse is intact and tight, or circuit breaker has not tripped.
■ Dryer door is not...
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