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Question posted by tammyalvarezrocks on August 15th, 2013

My Dryer Maytag Centinental

My dryer keeps shocking us and sparks fly out the back what could be wrong with it.

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Owners Manual - Page 1

... potential hazards that can kill or hurt you don't follow instructions. DRYER USER INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCTIONS POUR L'UTILISATEUR DE LA SÉCHEUSE Table of Contents DRYER SAFETY 1 CONTROL PANEL 4 CYCLE GUIDE 5 DRYER USE 6 DRYER CARE 7 TROUBLESHOOTING 8 WARRANTY 11 ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Back Cover Keep this manual and on the model and serial number label, located at...

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

...to the dryer plays a big role in good air flow. ■■ Replace plastic or foil vent material with heat, dryers require good air flow to efficiently dry laundry. Good ...dryer. 3 When cleaning is detected, follow these instructions can result in your building. • Clear the room, building, or area of re or explosion, or to light any appliance. • Do not touch any electrical...

Owners Manual - Page 4

... the cycle. Drying time and temperature will run after your load. Temperature Tips If your dryer model. On some models, WRINKLE PREVENT automatically starts at the end of Cycle Signal is ...Timed Dry On some models, the temperature is complete. It periodically starts and stops the dryer, tumbling the load without heat to Medium heat setting may be used for drying lightweight ...

Owners Manual - Page 5

... time. High Any High No heat No heat No heat 5 High or Low Will run the dryer for automatic Any drying. Depending on model, temperature may be a separate control. sensitive fabrics These ... dries denims. Medium or High Jeans, heavy work clothes, towels Gives the best drying in the dryer too long. Dries heavy seams. High or Low Most loads Use this dryness level as clothes packed...

Owners Manual - Page 6

...drying rack does not move. To use . WARNING DRYER USE Starting Your Dryer WARNING Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away ...dryer Open the dryer door or turn the Cycle Control knob to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before each load. NOTE: The drying rack must be dried on ordering, please refer to the front page of fire, electric shock...

Owners Manual - Page 7

...Thoroughly dry lint screen with the brush to dry the drum. This includes clearing piles of laundry in the door of the drum and rub with your home. Push the lint screen firmly...Screen Clean lint screen before each load. Scrub lint screen with a clean towel. DRYER CARE Cleaning the Dryer Location Keep dryer area clear and free from items that contain loose dyes, such as denim blue jeans...

Owners Manual - Page 8

...Using a Phillips head screw driver, remove the screw located in death or electrical shock. 1. Remove the cover. Failure to secure dryer door. Unplug the power supply cord. 2. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions ...the drum for the timed setting. 8 In Canada www.maytag.ca Dryer will not run ■■ For gas dryers, is the dryer level front to back and side to Timed or Air ...

Owners Manual - Page 9

...use a metal foil vent. Use 4" (102 mm) diameter vent material. ■■ Is the dryer located in a room with lint? Closet doors must have ventilation openings at the top and bottom of...The load may not be contacting the sensor strips. Long venting will change the amount of the dryer requires 5" (127 mm). Change the dryness level setting on load ■■ Is the ...

Owners Manual - Page 10

Odors ■■ Have you recently been painting, staining, or varnishing in the area where your dryer is too hot ■■ Were laundry items removed from the area, rewash, and dry the clothing. ■■ Is the electric dryer being used ? This reduces overdrying. Accessories Enhance your garments. Dry smaller loads that can stain...

Installation Instructions - Page 1

... of injury, and tell you don't follow instructions. DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of Contents / Table des matières DRYER SAFETY 1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2 Tools and Parts 2 Location Requirements 2 Electrical Requirements - Canada 5 Electrical Connection - 29" (73.7 CM) ELECTRIC DRYER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCTIONS POUR L'INSTALLATION DE LA SÉ...

Installation Instructions - Page 2

... use with automatic sensor cycles may not operate correctly if dryer is not level. Location Requirements WARNING Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from whom...for purchase from the dealer from dryer. See "Electrical Requirements." ■ A sturdy floor to support the total weight (dryer and load) of the Dryer User Instructions. Check that connect ...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

... 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 and in remodeling after 1996, dryer circuits involved in conformance with a door, minimum ventilation openings in .2 * (155 cm2) 1" 1"* 27¾" 5"* (2.5 cm) (2.5 cm) (70.5 cm) (12.7 cm) B C A. Connect...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

... run with the circuit conductors and connected to the neutral conductor (white wire) within the dryer. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by a qualified electrician. WARNING: Improper connection of electric shock. If your outlet looks like this : 4-wire receptacle (14-30R) Then choose a 4-wire power supply...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

... a grounded 4 prong outlet. For further information, please reference the service numbers located in death or electrical shock. In the event of the line. A copy of least resistance for electric current. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS ■ For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be sure that you use an extension cord. Do not modify the plug provided...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

...ends F. ¾" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief G. Electrical Connection Options If your type of electrical connection: 4-wire (recommended) 3-wire (if 4-wire is ...required for your home has: And you will be connecting to: Go to Section 4-wire receptacle (NEMA Type 14-30R) A UL listed, 120/240-volt minimum, 30-amp, dryer...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

.... 2. Strip insulation back 1" (2.5 cm). Connect ground wire (green or bare) of extra length so dryer can be moved if needed. Neutral wire (white or center wire) D. ¾" (1.9 cm) UL .... 7. Center silver-colored terminal block screw C. Direct wire cable must have completed your electrical connections. Tighten screw. Cut 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) from external ground conductor ...

Installation Instructions - Page 9

...(white or center wire) of dryer rear panel. Tighten screw. External ground conductor screw B. You have completed your electrical connections. Neutral ground wire B. ...conductor screw. Neutral (white or center wire) E A A. Tighten screws. 4. You have completed your electrical connections. Direct wire cable must have 5 ft (1.52 m) of cable. Ring terminals G. Bend ends...

Installation Instructions - Page 10

... block screw D. Connect the other power supply cable wires under the center screw of dryer rear panel. Place the hooked end of the neutral wire (white or center wire)... silver-colored terminal block screw. 2. Connect neutral ground wire and the neutral wire (white or center wire) of dryer rear panel. Now go to neutral wire. 1. A. Neutral wire (white or center wire) F E 1.9 cm...

Installation Instructions - Page 15

... the vent is level. For direct wire installation, turn off the dryer and check the following : 3. Complete Installation 1. 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 on a full heat cycle (not an air cycle...

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