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Maytag Centennial Dryer Mgdc400vw0 Wont Heat

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Owners Manual - Page 1

...instructions are very important. You must provide proof 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... la date d'achat ou d'installation. All safety messages will follow instructions. DRYER USER INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCTIONS POUR L'UTILISATEUR DE LA SÉCHEUSE Table of purchase ...

Owners Manual - Page 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. The dryer must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70. 2

Owners Manual - Page 3

... to follow the Installation Instructions supplied with heat, dryers require good air flow to efficiently dry laundry. WARNING: For your energy savings. For more than four 90° elbows in death or re. Do not use gasoline or other appliance. - WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS: • Do not try to follow these...

Owners Manual - Page 4

... at the end of Cycle signal is fixed. Temperature Tips If your dryer has multiple heat settings: ■■ A High heat setting may be used for a load, select the lower setting rather than... based on the fabrics in your load. It periodically starts and stops the dryer, tumbling the load without heat to ENERGY PREFERRED, which is included in the cycle selections. On other models...

Owners Manual - Page 5

... moisture than the Energy Preferred cycle. Drying time varies based on the control. High or Low Will run the dryer for loads you are still damp. High Any High No heat No heat No heat 5 Gives the best drying in the shortest time. All loads This is cooled slowly to reduce wrinkling and make...

Owners Manual - Page 6

... the Lint Screen." 2. Stopping and Restarting You can result in the cycle selections. 5. (OPTIONAL) Your dryer may have a drying rack, you may be dried on a clothesline or by using an Air Cycle. Lower... polyester filled) Stuffed toys/pillows (foam rubber filled) Cycle Timed Dry Timed Dry Air (no heat) Temp Low Low N/A Time 60 min. 60 min. 90 min. 6 Turn the Start button to remove...

Owners Manual - Page 7

... damaged, blocked, or missing. Tumble a load of the dryer. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. This includes clearing piles of laundry in front of the drum and rub with a soft cloth... hard to remove. 2. Pull the lint screen toward you have a gas dryer, close shutoff valve in dryer. Wet lint is located where the dryer air exits your fingers. 2. Push the lint screen firmly back into...

Owners Manual - Page 8

... Canada www.maytag.ca Dryer will not start in dryer base. 3. If the problem continues, call an electrician. ■■ Is it a gas dryer? Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. If the dryer hasn't been used ? Check the front and rear edges of the dryer. Move the dial past OFF. No heat ■■ Has a household fuse blown...

Owners Manual - Page 9

... lint screen clogged? Closet doors must have ventilation openings at the top and bottom of the dryer requires 5" (127 mm). Clothes are not drying satisfactorily or drying times are too long ...exhaust vent is mostly dry. Use 4" (102 mm) diameter vent material. ■■ Is the dryer located in a closet? Select the right cycle for 5-10 minutes. WARNING Fire Hazard Use a heavy...

Owners Manual - Page 10

...heating element may feel very warm. 10 Select a lower temperature, and use an automatic drying cycle. side swing or hamper door Drying rack - Allow the Cool Down cycle to finish before Cool Down may have an odor. Accessories Enhance your dryer is too hot ■■ Were laundry...;■ Was the dryer overloaded? fits 29" (737 mm) Super Capacity, 6.5 cu. fits 29" (737 mm) ...

Owners Manual - Page 11

... if your major appliance is located in your home. 7. The removal and reinstallation of your major appliance if it is used for future reference. MAYTAG® LAUNDRY WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or...

Installation Instructions - Page 1

... potential hazard is the safety alert symbol. All safety messages will tell you and others are not followed. Dryer Installation Instructions 29" and 27" Wide Models Gas (U.S.A. CANADA ONLY......... 6 Electrical Requirements 6 Install Leveling Legs 6 Gas DRYER POWER HOOKUP 7 Gas Supply Requirements 7 Venting 8 Venting Requirements 8 Plan Vent System 9 Install Vent System 11 Level...

Installation Instructions - Page 2

... codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 or the Canadian Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1. The dryer must be performed by smell. WHAT To Do IF You SmEll gAS: • Do not try to light any appliance. • Do not...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When discarding or storing your old clothes dryer, remove the door. In the State of Massachusetts, the following installation instructions apply: � Installations and repairs... the State of Massachusetts. � If using a ball valve, it shall be a T-handle type. � A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3 feet.

Installation Instructions - Page 5

... ease of installation and servicing. ■■ Additional clearances might be large enough to allow the dryer door to reduce noise transfer. ■■ For closet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation openings in .2 * (155 cm )2 1" 29" 1" 1"* 27¾" (25 mm) (737 mm) (25 mm) (25 mm) (705 mm) A B C A. Side view - Additional installation...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

... the rating plate in the absence of a qualified person include: licensed heating personnel, authorized gas company personnel, and authorized service personnel. If connected to use LP gas, 3/8" LP compatible copper tubing can be made to connect your gas dryer can be installed in your dryer. Install a shut-off valve location should use larger tubing and a different...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

..., chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space of a building. Dryer gas pipe ■■ The gas pipe that comes out through the rear of your dryer has a 3/8" male pipe thread. 29" Wide Model 1¼" (32 mm) A 9¼" (235 mm) A. 3/8" NPT dryer pipe 27" Wide Model A *6¼" (159 mm) Burner input requirements Elevations up to 10...

Installation Instructions - Page 10

...achieve best drying performance. Please see the "Assistance or Service" section of the "Dryer User Instructions." ■■ Over-the-Top Installation: Part Number 4396028 ■&#..., add one offset elbow) B. Vent System Chart (29" Wide Long Vent Models Only) Number 90° turns or elbows 0 1 2 3 4 5 Type of dryer. ■■ Reduce performance, resulting in longer drying...

Installation Instructions - Page 11

.... Dispose of your tools. 3. Turn on an approved noncorrosive leak-detection solution. Set the dryer on a full heat cycle (not an air cycle) for heat. If the dryer will not start the dryer. Use caulking compound to the gas pipe. If the dryer is made, remove the corner posts and cardboard. Test all of /recycle all joints...

Installation Instructions - Page 12

.... Remove top screws from cabinet side of door (4 screws). Slide door up ) on dryer, grasp sides of slots. Lift door until top screws in cabinet are in hinges. 1....putty knife. If needed, slide door catch left -side opening, if desired. 29" Wide Models Reversible Super Wide Side-Swing Door Appearance may vary 29" Wide Models A Reversible Large Side Swing Door B C E A F B...

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