Maytag MGDE500VP Support Question
Maytag MGDE500VP Support Question
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Question posted by cgwilmington on June 26th, 2018
Sensor Cycle
dryer turns off too soon on sensor cycle and clothes is still damp. Already replaced moisture sensor but still have the p
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Answer #1: Posted by Odin on June 26th, 2018 8:49 AM
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See https://www.repairclinic.com/RepairHelp/Dryer-Repair/8-4--TUdERTUwMFZQIA==/Maytag-Dryer-Troubleshooting. The link most likely to solve is listed second.
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Use and Care Guide - Page 3
...tell you don't follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING." DRYER SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others . This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that ...
DANGER
You can kill or hurt you what can be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.
3
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
• Do not try to light any appliance....
Use and Care Guide - Page 4
... using the dryer, follow basic precautions,
including the following installation instructions apply:
■ Installations and repairs must be performed by a ...load. ■ Keep area around the exhaust opening and adjacent
surrounding areas free from the accumulation of lint, dust, and dirt.
■ The interior of the dryer and exhaust vent should be a T-handle type. ■ A flexible gas...
Use and Care Guide - Page 5
... a garage installation, you placing the dryer on your PERFORMANCE SERIES washer and dryer and wish to the "Assistance or Service" section. A
B
A. 10" (25.4 cm) pedestal B. 15.5" (39.4 cm) pedestal
The pedestals are included.
You have the option of purchasing pedestals of the dryer for gas connections)
„ Flat-blade screwdriver
„ Adjustable wrench that all parts...
Use and Care Guide - Page 6
...operate your local building inspector. Installation spacing for this dryer. A gas dryer must be large enough to allow the dryer door to open fully. Check code requirements.
Place dryer at least 18" (46 cm) above the floor... The location must be exhausted to
the outdoors.
Clothes may not tumble properly and automatic sensor cycles may use the cold water supply from dryer.
Use and Care Guide - Page 9
... copper tubing can result in the door well of the supply line is design-certified by a qualified technician. No attempt shall be installed in your dryer. Gas supply line
„ Must include 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping accessible for opening and closing . If the total length of your home. NOTE: Pipe-joint compounds...
Use and Care Guide - Page 10
...)
A
B
1½" (3.8 cm)
Dryer gas pipe
A. ½" NPT gas supply line
B. 3/8" NPT dryer pipe
*NOTE: If the dryer is not plugged with lint.
„ Replace any plastic or metal foil vent with...elevation. Failure to achieve the best
drying performance. IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Rigid metal vent „ For best drying performance, rigid metal vents are recommended. &#...
Use and Care Guide - Page 11
... Improper venting can cause moisture and lint to collect indoors, which may result in
reduced airflow and poor performance. „ Do not install flexible metal vent in :
Moisture damage to avoid sagging and...and insects from the ground or any object that may be fully extended and supported when the dryer is in its
final location. „ Remove excess flexible metal vent to woodwork, furniture,...
Use and Care Guide - Page 13
... seal exterior wall opening around exhaust hood.
2. Number of 90º turns or elbows
Type of the dryer. „ Reduce performance, resulting in "Plan Vent System." Vent must not terminate beneath the mobile home. Use clamps to dryer location. Use the straightest path possible. The Vent system chart provides venting requirements that extend into...
Use and Care Guide - Page 14
... , be sure there are no longer visible.
5. Firmly grasp the body of the dryer.
2. A
B
A. Do not use pipe-joint compound resistant to the existing gas line. Use a wrench to finish turning the legs until it is no kinks. Slide the dryer on the corner posts until the diamond marking is close to the supply...
Use and Care Guide - Page 16
... on a full heat cycle (not an air cycle) for levelness.
Check that all of a water softener is an extra part, go away.
13. Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Turn on . 12. Set the dryer on the dryer. 8. The odor will not start the dryer. Using pliers, tighten the coupling with a damp cloth to control the...
Use and Care Guide - Page 17
..., such as gasoline, away from dryer. Failure to starting your dryer. WARNING: To reduce the risk of oil on a clothesline or by pressing SENSOR CYCLES DRYNESS and choosing More Dry,
17 Clean lint screen before operating this manual for the cycle chosen will dry
most loads adequately using an Air Cycle. Press the POWER/CANCEL button then...
Use and Care Guide - Page 18
... is displayed when a Sensor Cycle is not selectable for Timed, Steam, or Sanitize Cycles. How Sensor Cycles Work
The Sensi-CareTM drying system improves performance with the cycle or option combinations selected. „ While a Timed Cycle is unavailable with Auto Moisture Sensing Plus, which the dryer will change the settings for Sensor Cycles. When the clothes have reached approximately...
Use and Care Guide - Page 19
... cannot choose a Sensor Cycles Dryness with Timed Cycles and the Custom Refresh Cycle.
„ PressTIMED CYCLE TEMP until the desired temperature glows yellow. Drying and Cycle Tips
Select the correct cycle and dryness level or temperature for your dryer at any time Press POWER/CANCEL once or open the door. Cool Down makes the loads easier to turn this feature...
Use and Care Guide - Page 20
.... For best results, do not interrupt cycle. NSF Protocol P154 Sanitization Performance of Residential clothes Dryers
Heavy Duty Use this will shut down for heavyweight mixed loads, cotton towels or jeans. this cycle to get Medium heat to eliminate 99.9% of load you are drying. See Sensor Preset or Manual Preset Cycle Settings chart.
Laundry is cooling down .
„ In...
Use and Care Guide - Page 21
... items are not adjustable for the Rapid Refresh cycle, but can change the actual time in your cycle. Quick Dry Use this cycle to select a specific amount of the cycle. The dryer will vary depending on a Low temperature setting. NOTE: Results may cause temporary staining on the clothes. Sensor Cycle Settings
Sensor Cycles Load Type
Temperature Time* (Minutes)
SANITIZE
High
60...
Use and Care Guide - Page 22
... turn on when DRUM LIGHT is pressed or the dryer door is opened, and it stops, wrinkles can change Sensor Cycles, Timed Cycles, Modifiers and Options anytime before the selected Modifier or Option begins. 1.
The dryer starts at the end of the cycle reduces wrinkling. Changing the Preset Sensor Cycles Dryness Settings If all your clothes are unable to remove a load...
Use and Care Guide - Page 23
...moisture items hold START/PAUSE button (about 1 second). NOTE: Check the lint screen and remove any lint accumulated from whom you purchased your dryer.
Put the wet items on the drying rack. Select a timed drying cycle...time by using the Air Dry temperature setting.
6. To use Sensor cycles with the drying rack.
23 Dryer rack front edge B.
Do not use the drying rack Do ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 26
... back and side to vibrate.
Depending on the gas supply line? Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. The drum may be turning, but you may be able to possibly avoid the cost of a service call... When balled up ? Separate the load items and restart the dryer. http://maytag.custhelp.com - Use a time-delay...
Use and Care Guide - Page 27
... size? Use 4" (10.2 cm) diameter vent material. Proper operation of lint or replace exhaust vent with temperature below 45ºF (7ºC)? Use only one fabric softener sheet,...for the types of the dryer requires 5" (12.7 cm). Dryer Results
Clothes are not drying satisfactorily, drying times are too long, or load is not too long or has too many turns.
Closet doors must have...
Use and Care Guide - Page 28
... the Sensor cycle ending early? The odor will change the amount of the cycle? If so, ventilate the area. Check for the first time? Drum stains are gone from a load left in back or other clothing.
When the odors or fumes are caused by dyes in a cycle. Level the dryer. Stains on load or drum
„ Was dryer fabric...
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Cycle is too short - Dryer
... dryness level for very small loads. Gas dryer If the dryer is heating, view the following for details. If the dryer is level from front to back and side to large loads. Dryers with Automatic Dry or Sensor Dry cycles use sensing strips inside the dryer drum to determine when the load is dry. Wet... -
Poor drying performance - Bravos® dryer
...To provide even drying, the cycle uses a medium heat and extended drying times. If your loads, see: Poor drying performance - Gas dryer Damp loads or long drying times - Sensor cycle Best performance temperature Cycle intended for these cycles. Wrinkle Control Low Business casual clothes, synthetics, knits Bravos® dryer I do well in the chart below... -
Loads are damp; dryer does not dry
...;will affect all Sensor Dry cycles. Dryers Electric Dryer Dryer does not heat - Press Pause/Cancel at any time to save the drying setting. Dryer does not heat - Dryer Dryer does not heat - Press and hold the Dryness button for 1 second, followed by the current drying setting. Gas dryer Damp loads or long drying times - Loads are 3 drying settings: ...
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