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ML-2
TECHNICAL EDUCATION
Epic™
FRONT-LOADING
GAS AND ELECTRIC
DRYERS
MODELS: MED / GD 9700S
MED / GD 9600S
JOB AID 8178601
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FORWARD ™ This Maytag Job Aid, “Epic Front-Loading Gas and Electric Dryers,” (Part No. 8178601), provides the In Home Service Professional with information on the installation, operation, and service of the ™ Epic Front-Loading Gas and Electric Dryers. It is to be used as a training Job Aid and Service Manual. For specific information on the model being serviced, refer to the “Use and Care Guide,” or “Tech Sheet” provided with the dryer. The Wiring Diagrams used in this Job Aid are typical and s
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Page GENERAL ............................................................................................................................................ 1-1 Safety First ...................................................................................................................................... 1-1 Model & Serial Number Designations ............................................................................................. 1-2 Model & Serial Number Label And Tech Sh
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GENERAL SAFETY FIRST Your safety and the safety of others is very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this Job Aid and on the appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.” These words mean: You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t immediately follow in
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MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER DESIGNATIONS MODEL NUMBER MODEL NUMBER ME D 9 7 00 S Q 0 PRODUCT GROUP M = Maytag FUEL TYPE E = Electric G = Gas PRODUCT D = Dryer SERIES 5 = LEAP 6 = Oasis 7 = 24" Front Load 8 = Mid Line Front Load 9 = Full Size Front Load PRICE POINT LEVEL (1-9) TRADE PARTNER ID 00 = Branded YEAR OF INTRODUCTION S = 2006, T = 2007 COLOR CODE B = Black Q = White ENGINEERING CHANGE SERIAL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER M T 26 13227 DIVISION = Marion, OH YEAR OF PRODUCTION T = 2006 WEEK OF PRODUCTIO
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MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER LABEL AND TECH SHEET LOCATIONS The Model/Serial Number label and Tech Sheet locations are shown below. Model & Serial Number Label Location Tech Sheet Location (Behind Lower Access Panel) 1-3
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SPECIFICATIONS
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For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Maytag Corporation or Maytag Limited (hereafter “Maytag”) will pay for Factory Specified Parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a Maytag designated service company. This lim ited warranty applies only when
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Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed
here. Are you placing the dryer on a pedestal? You have the option of Flat-blade screwdriver Vent clamps purchasing a pedestal separately for this dryer. You may select a 15.5" (39.4 cm) pedestal. This pedestal will add to the total height #2 Phillips screwdriver Caulking gun and of the dryer for a total he
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For cabinet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation openings in the top of the cabinet are required. *Required spacing **For side or bottom venting, 0" (0 cm) spacing is allowed. *Required spacing **For side or bottom venting, 0" (0 cm) spacing is allowed.
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A 4-wire power supply connection must be used when the
appliance is installed in a location where grounding through This dryer is suitable for mobile home installations. The the neutral conductor is prohibited. Grounding through the installation must conform to the Manufactured Home neutral is prohibited for (1) new branch-circuit installations, Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (2) mobile homes, (3) recreational v
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To supply the required 4 wire, single phase, 120/240 volt, 60 Hz., AC only electrical supply on a separate 30-amp circuit, fused on both sides of the line. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. Connect to an individual branch circuit. For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or This dryer is equipped with a CSA International Certified breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock Pow
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Unscrew the removable conduit connector and any % $ ’ # screws from a / " (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief (UL ( marking on strain relief). Put the threaded section of the strain relief through the hole below the terminal block 4-wire receptacle A UL listed, 4-wire connection: opening. Reaching inside the terminal block opening, screw the removable conduit connector onto the strai
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A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes and where local codes do not permit the use of 3-wire connections. Direct wire cable must have 5 ft (1.52 m) of extra length so dryer can be moved if needed. Strip 5" (12.7 cm) of outer covering from end of cable, leaving bare ground wire at 5" (12.7 cm). Cut 1 / " (3.8 cm) from 3 remaining wires. Strip insulation back 1" (2.5 cm). Shape ends of wires into a hook shape.
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Connect ground wire (green or bare) of direct wire cable to Loosen or remove center silver-colored terminal block screw. external ground conductor screw. Tighten screw. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) of power supply cord to the center, silver-colored terminal screw of the terminal block. Tighten screw. # ( & %
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When connecting to the terminal block, place the hooked end of the wire under the screw of the terminal block (hook facing right),
squeeze hooked end together and tighten screw, as shown. Remove center silver-colored terminal block screw. Remove neutral ground wire from external ground conductor screw. Connect neutral ground wire and the neutral wire (white o
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For best drying performance, rigid metal vents are recommended. Rigid metal vent is recommended to avoid crushing and kinking. Flexible metal vents are acceptable only if accessible for cleaning. ! Flexible metal vent must be fully extended and supported $ % when the dryer is in its final location. & % Remove excess flexible metal vent to avoid sagging and & ( % kinki
