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Question posted by brittmi on June 8th, 2011

What Is The Number Of Watts Used By The Dryer?

Trying to run the dryer on a 5.5 Killowat generator. Once the dryer starts, the generator drops. Need to know the highest usage for the dryerMEDC400VW. Wgile we are at it, need the highest usage in watts for the matching washer MVWC6ESWW

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Owners Manual - Page 1

...if you ever need to know your sales slip together for inwarranty service. W10287571A 1 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 book and your complete model number and serial number. You...

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

...Instructions. The venting system attached to efficiently dry laundry. Do not use a plastic vent. WARNING: For your safety,...dryer plays a big role in good air flow. ■■ Replace plastic or foil vent material with your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS: • Do not try to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death. - do if you use...

Owners Manual - Page 6

... Cycle Signal. See "Cleaning the Lint Screen." 2. Refer to complete drying, if needed. Failure to On. 7. Use the Energy Preferred Automatic Setting to dry most heavy to ON or OFF. Turn the Start button to medium-weight fabrics. 4. To stop your dryer Close the door. Drying Rack (Optional on drying rack) Stuffed toys/pillows...

Owners Manual - Page 7

...every 2 years, or more often, depending on dryer usage. Clean lint screen. Roll lint off the screen with your dryer for proper dryer operation. Roll lint off the screen with the...or not using your fingers. 2. As Needed Cleaning 1. Style 2: 1. Pull the lint screen straight up. IMPORTANT: ■■ Do not run the dryer with a damp cloth. 3. Tumble a load of the dryer. Cleaning ...

Owners Manual - Page 8

... Dry? Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. Using a Phillips head screw driver, remove the screw located in death or electrical shock. 1. Disconnect power. 2. Turn bulb counterclockwise. Replace the cover and secure with a 10-watt appliance bulb only. Plug in dryer base. 6. In Canada www.maytag.ca Dryer will not run ■■ For gas dryers, is the dryer level front...

Owners Manual - Page 10

... dryness. fits 27" (686 mm) Ultra Capacity side swing door only Load is located? This reduces overdrying. Fabric softener sheets added to finish before removing laundry from the area, rewash, and dry the clothing. ■■ Is the electric dryer being used ? Stains on high? Part Number 3404351 3406839 3406910 Accessory Drying rack -

Owners Manual - Page 11

...use of products not approved by an authorized Maytag servicer is not available. 9. LIMITATION OF REMEDIES; Dealer name Address Phone number Model number Serial number Purchase date 11 MAYTAG® LAUNDRY...unauthorized modifications made to correct house wiring or plumbing. 3. If you need to know your authorized Maytag dealer to the finish of God, improper installation, ...

Installation Instructions - Page 2

.... If using a power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft (61 cm) of either side of 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 combined weight of the dryer in an area where it will need...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

... 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 the top and bottom of the above code standards can be large enough to allow the dryer door to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

... equipment-grounding conductor must be run with a qualified electrician or service representative or personnel if you will be using a power supply cord: Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for electric current. If the dryer is installed in a risk of electric shock. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS ■ For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be identified by providing...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

.... If you are in doubt as to an individual branch circuit. 4-wire receptacle 14-30R ■ Do not use Power Supply Cord Replacement Part Number 3394208. Electrical Requirements - GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS ■ For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be obtained from: Canadian Standards Association, 178 Rexdale Blvd., Toronto, ON M9W 1R3 CANADA. ■ To...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

...breaker box* A UL listed, 120/240-volt minimum, 30-amp, dryer power supply cord* 4-wire connection: Direct Wire 3-wire connection: Power ...connection: Direct Wire *If local codes do not permit the use of a cabinet-ground conductor to the neutral wire, go to... the terminal block opening C. Removable conduit connector B. Electrical Connection Options If your type of the strain relief ...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

...Direct wire cable must have completed your electrical connections. Strip 5" (12.7 cm) ... A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes and where local codes do not permit the use of power supply cord F. Tighten screw. Remove center silver-colored terminal block screw. 2. Connect...screw of extra length so dryer can be moved if needed. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of wires into a hook...

Installation Instructions - Page 9

... or center wire) E A A. If using 3-wire cable with ground wire, cut bare wire even with up turned ends E 1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief F. Connect ground wire (green or bare) of extra length so dryer can be moved if needed. Neutral ground wire B. Direct wire cable must have completed your electrical connections. Center silver-colored...

Installation Instructions - Page 10

... screws. 5. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Loosen or remove center silver-colored terminal block screw...an adequate ground. 10 B C D Optional 3-wire connection Use for direct wire or power supply cord where local codes do...with hold -down screw. 6. You have completed your electrical connections. A. Grounding path determined by a qualified electrician ...

Installation Instructions - Page 11

.... ■ Remove excess flexible metal vent to seal all governing codes and ordinances. If using an existing vent system ■ Clean lint from your dealer or by calling the toll-free number listed on the cover of the Dryer User Instructions. Rigid metal vent ■ For best drying performance, rigid metal vents are...

Installation Instructions - Page 12

...E. Exhaust outlet Standard exhaust installation with one offset elbow) B. Please see the "Assistance or Service" section of the Dryer User Instructions. ■ Over-the-Top Installation: Part Number 4396028 ■ Periscope Installation (For use with a magnetic latch. Refer to connect elbows H. Rigid metal or flexible metal vent G. Vent length necessary to the manufacturer...

Installation Instructions - Page 13

... exhaust installations have a 90º turn to the chart. Do not use a large, flat piece of cardboard from dryer packaging under the entire back side of the vent to use vent runs longer than those specified in longer drying times and increased energy usage. Place cardboard under each of vent material and hood combinations acceptable...

Installation Instructions - Page 15

...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 first heated. Check the dryer's final ...; Household fuse is intact and tight, or circuit breaker has not tripped. ■ Dryer door is first used. Be sure the vent is still no heat, contact a qualified technician. Remove the ...

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