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Maytag Dryer 2400ayw Will Not Dry Clothes

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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

...the front the dryer. 3 WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS: • Do not try to follow these instructions can result in this or any electrical switch; Proper ...the "What to efficiently dry laundry. Follow the gas supplier's instructions. • If you smell gas" instructions. Failure to follow the Installation Instructions supplied with heat, dryers require good air flow to...

Owners Manual - Page 4

... Off. 4 On some models, the temperature is included in your dryer has multiple heat settings: ■■ A High heat setting may be used for drying heavyweight items such as towels and work clothes. ■■ A Low to Medium heat setting may be used for drying mediumweight items such as sheets, blouses, dresses, underwear, permanent...

Owners Manual - Page 5

... based on fabric type, load size, and dryness setting. Denim Thoroughly dries denims. Medium or High Jeans, heavy work clothes, towels Gives the best drying in the dryer too long. such as clothes packed in a suitcase or items left in the shortest time. sensitive fabrics These settings are still damp. High Any High No heat...

Owners Manual - Page 6

... point to purchase one for your dryer. Do not dry anything flammable on it (including cooking oils). Your dryer may be dried on top of drying rack, leaving space between items. Do not allow space for the type of fabric being dried. Before using your dryer, wipe the dryer drum with a damp cloth to remove dust from whom you...

Owners Manual - Page 7

... lint screen straight up. Doing so can increase drying time. The lint screen is located where the dryer air exits your fingers. NOTE: Garments that would block the air flow for an extended period of clothes. From Inside the Exhaust Vent Lint should be on dryer usage. A screen blocked by a qualified servicer. Push the...

Owners Manual - Page 8

... website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) to side? In Canada www.maytag.ca Dryer will bounce, causing the dryer to dryer pipe. 4. Electric dryers use 2 household fuses or circuit breakers. Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. Use a time-delay fuse. ■■ Is the dryer door firmly closed? ■■ Was the Start button or knob firmly...

Owners Manual - Page 9

...;■ Is the dryer located in a closet? Check that the exhaust vent is mostly dry. Proper operation of garments being dried. ■■ Is the load too large and heavy to dry quickly? Select the right cycle for 5-10 minutes. Lint on Automatic Cycles. The timer moves only when the clothing is not too long...

Owners Manual - Page 10

... so, ventilate the area. For more high-quality items or to finish before removing laundry from the area, rewash, and dry the clothing. ■■ Is the electric dryer being used ? side swing or hamper door Drying rack - side swing door only Drying rack - Allow the Cool Down cycle to order, call 1-800-807-6777 or visit...

Installation Instructions - Page 1

....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 is the safety alert symbol. Only 6 Venting Requirements 11 Plan Vent System 12 Install Vent System 13 Install Leveling Legs 13 Level Dryer 13 Connect...

Installation Instructions - Page 2

...and/or weather. See "Electrical Requirements." ■ A sturdy floor to 1" (2.54 cm) or hex-head socket wrench (for adjusting dryer feet) ■ Wire stripper (for U.S. Drying times can result in an ... 1" (2.5 cm) under entire dryer. (If slope is greater than 1" [2.5 cm], install Extended Dryer Feet Kit, Part Number 279810.) Clothes may not operate correctly if dryer is not level. The kit ...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

... door are required. Wide opening hamper door *Most installations require a minimum 5" (12.7 cm) clearance behind the dryer for mobile home installations. Additional Installation Requirements This dryer is suitable for the exhaust vent with elbow. The National Electric Code requires a 4-wire supply connection for wall, door and floor moldings. ■ Additional spacing should be...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

... (10-30R) Then choose a 3-wire power supply cord with a 4-wire electrical supply connection, the neutral ground wire must be grounded. Do not modify the plug on the power supply cord: if it here. ■ If local codes do not use with clothes dryers. The 4-wire power supply cord, at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

... are in doubt as to be sure that you are using a replacement power supply cord, it will reduce the risk of electric shock by a qualified electrician. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS ■ For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with the...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

... relief screws at this point. Tighten strain relief screw against the direct wire cable. Electrical Connection Options If your type of a cabinet-ground conductor to the neutral wire, go...local codes do not permit the connection of electrical connection: 4-wire (recommended) 3-wire (if 4-wire is not available) 7 Spade terminals with the dryer cabinet and be in a horizontal position....

Installation Instructions - Page 8

...190;" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief E. Direct wire cable must have completed your electrical connections. Remove center silver-colored terminal block screw. 2. Squeeze hooked ends together. External ground...of the neutral wire (white or center wire) of direct wire cable under the center screw of dryer rear panel. Insert tab of terminal block cover into a hook shape. (2.15" cm) D...

Installation Instructions - Page 9

... block screw C. Neutral ground wire 4. Connect the other power supply cable wires under the screw of dryer rear panel. You have 5 ft (1.52 m) of extra length so dryer can be moved if needed. Direct wire cable must have completed your electrical connections. Strip 3¹⁄₂" (8.9 cm) of outer covering from end of...

Installation Instructions - Page 10

... determined by a qualified electrician 3. Connect the other power supply cable wires under the center screw of dryer rear panel. Neutral wire (white or center wire) E. ¾" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief... silver-colored terminal block screw D. Neutral ground wire C. You have completed your electrical connections. Tighten screw. Now go to neutral wire. 1. Insert tab of terminal...

Installation Instructions - Page 11

... the Dryer User Instructions. Do not use a metal foil vent. ■ Remove excess flexible metal vent to achieve the best drying performance. Rigid metal vent ■ For best drying performance,...Recommended hood styles are recommended. Failure to seal all governing codes and ordinances. If this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. Do not use plastic or metal foil vent. ■ 4"...

Installation Instructions - Page 15

..., open the dryer door and feel for the dryer. 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... cancel cycle and close the door. Wipe the dryer drum interior thoroughly with a damp cloth to see which step was skipped. 10. Set the dryer on power. Be sure the vent is not ...

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