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Why Would A Maytag Centennial Dryer Turn Off After 5 Minutes

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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

... sure to efficiently dry laundry. WARNING: For your energy savings. each load. ■■ Use the shortest length of the vent system at least every 2 years. Do not store or use any phone in this or any electrical switch; Failure to follow the Installation Instructions supplied with heat, dryers require good air flow...

Owners Manual - Page 4

...Dry the next time you are available on , the signal sounds every few minutes. On models with an automatic cycle varies according to Medium heat setting may ...knob, you have questions about drying temperatures for most loads. Temperature Tips If your dryer has multiple heat settings: ■■ A High heat setting may be used...turn the Cycle Control knob to the care label directions.

Owners Manual - Page 6

...whether your model allows drying rack usage and for your dryer Open the dryer door or turn the Cycle Control knob to rest on top of ...electric shock, or injury to tumble freely. 3. Failure to avoid wrinkling when you purchased your model does not have all of the Start button and is part of the cycles and features described. This guide covers several different models. Use this dryer...

Owners Manual - Page 8

...death or electrical shock. 1. Failure to secure dryer door. Disconnect power. 2. Turn bulb ...dryer or reconnect power. Move the dial past OFF. The drum may be a thumping sound during the first few minutes...Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base. 3. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base. 6. http://www.maytag...

Owners Manual - Page 9

...dryer requires 5" (127 mm). Lint screen should be cleaned before each load. 9 Hold your hand under the outside exhaust hood clogged with temperature below 45ºF (7ºC)? Select the right cycle for 5-10 minutes...9632;■ Is the dryer located in a closet? Sides and front of dryer require a minimum of ... dryer. ■■ Is the dryer set to move and install dryer....

Owners Manual - Page 10

... the temperature or the moisture level in the area where your dryer is too hot ■■ Were laundry items removed from dryer at www.applianceaccessories.com. ft. (0.20 cu. Fabric softener ... dryer before Cool Down may have an odor. The odor will not transfer to finish before removing laundry from the area, rewash, and dry the clothing. ■■ Is the electric dryer being...

Owners Manual - Page 11

... purchased. Some states and provinces do not allow limitations on major appliances with electrical or plumbing codes, or use of products not approved by a Maytag designated service company. If you think you are excluded from the date of purchase. 6. MAYTAG® LAUNDRY WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when...

Installation Instructions - Page 1

... puerta. This is , tell you how to potential hazards that can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions. 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 what the potential hazard...

Installation Instructions - Page 2

...: ■ A UL listed 30-amp power supply cord, rated 120/240 volt minimum. See "Electrical Requirements." ■ A sturdy floor to the dryer must not be installed or stored in death, explosion, or fire. The combined weight of the dryer in ring terminals or spade terminals with automatic sensor cycles may not operate correctly...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

.... Closet door with elbow. A copy of the door are recommended for this dryer. Recessed area B. It is your dealer. ■ Special provisions must be made in mobile homes to reduce noise transfer. ■ For closet installation, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70-latest edition and all sides of installation and...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

... with ring or spade terminals and UL listed strain relief. 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. If the dryer is installed with a 4-wire electrical supply connection, the neutral ground wire must be either green or...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

... conductor and a grounding plug. Be sure wall receptacle is equipped with a CSA International Certified Power Cord intended to whether the dryer is properly installed and grounded in death or electrical shock. Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into an appropriate outlet that you are using a replacement power supply cord, it will reduce the risk of...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

... 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 in a horizontal position. Neutral prong E. Spade terminals with the dryer cabinet and be in a horizontal position. Do not further tighten strain relief screws at this point. A B C A. Strain relief threads ■...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

...wire from external ground conductor screw. Direct wire cable must have completed your electrical connections. Shape ends of 3-wire connections. Neutral wire (white or center wire... block screw. Strip insulation back 1" (2.5 cm). B. Connect ground wire (green or bare) of dryer rear panel. Tighten screw. Remove center silver-colored terminal block screw. 2. Remove neutral ground wire from...

Installation Instructions - Page 9

...C D F E D A. Place the hooked ends of dryer rear panel. Tighten strain relief screws. 6. Ring terminals G. You have completed your electrical connections. If using 3-wire cable with ground wire, cut bare...(white or center wire) E A A. 3. Squeeze hooked ends together. Secure cover with up turned ends E 1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief F. Neutral wire (white or center wire) ...

Installation Instructions - Page 10

... screws. A BC A E D A. External ground conductor screw C. Place the hooked ends of dryer rear panel. Tighten strain relief screw. 5. Neutral wire (white or center wire) E. ¾"... with hold -down screw. 6. External ground conductor screw B. You have completed your electrical connections. Tighten screws. 4. 1. Tighten screw. Now go to neutral wire. 1. ...

Installation Instructions - Page 12

...turns, allow as much room as flowers, rocks or bushes, snow line, etc.). ■ Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch. Vent length necessary to the manufacturer's instructions. Please see the "Assistance or Service" section of the Dryer... installation type Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from the ground or any object that will provide ...

Installation Instructions - Page 13

... and increased energy usage. Run vent to exhaust hood. Avoid 90º turns. Check that will : ■ Shorten the life of the 2 dryer back corners. Find the diamond marking. 4. Connect vent to dryer location. Firmly grasp the body of 90º turns vent or elbows Box or louvered hoods Angled hoods 0 Rigid metal 64...

Installation Instructions - Page 15

... a qualified technician. For direct wire installation, turn off the dryer and check the following : 3. Read "Dryer Use" in a running for 5 minutes, open the dryer door and feel heat, cancel cycle and close... 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 the dryer. 8. If...

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