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ELECTRIC DRYER
USE & CARE GUIDE/
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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W10131619A
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TABLE OF CONTENTS DRYER SAFETY..........................................................................................................................2 Starting Your Dryer...............................................................................................................18 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS .............................................................................................4 Drying Rack Option .........................................................................
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WA RNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the dryer, follow basic precautions, including the following: ■ Read all instructions before using the dryer. ■ Do not repair or replace any part of the dryer or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in this ■ Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer. Use and Care Guide or in published user-repair Items contaminated wit
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Tools and Parts Location Requirements Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here. ■ Flat-blade screwdriver ■ Tin snips (new vent installations) ■ #2 Phillips screwdriver ■ Level ■ Adjustable wrench that opens to 1" ■ Vent clamps (25.4 mm) or hex-head socket wrench ■ Caulking gun and compound (for (for adjusting dryer feet) installing new exhaust vent) ■ Wire stripper ■ Tape
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Dryer Dimensions Mobile Home - Additional Installation Requirements This dryer is suitable for mobile home installations. The installation must conform to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction and Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280). Mobile home installations require: ■ Metal exhaust system hardware, which is available for purchase from your dealer. (578 mm) ■ Special provisions must be made in mo
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■ A 4-wire power supply connection must be used when the appliance is installed in a ■ At least 5 ft (1.52 m) long. location where grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited. Grounding through the neutral is prohibited for (1) new branch-circuit installations, (2) mobile homes, (3) recreational vehicles, and (4) areas where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral conductors. If using a power supply cord: Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use with clothes d
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Electrical Connection Power Supply Cord Direct Wire WARNING WARNING Fire Hazard Fire Hazard Use 10 gauge solid copper wire. Use a new UL listed 30 amp power supply cord. Use a UL listed strain relief. Use a UL listed strain relief. Disconnect power before making electrical connections. Disconnect power before making electrical connections. Neutral wire (white or center wire) must be connected Neutral wire (white or center wire) must be connected to center silver terminal. to center silver te
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■ Put power supply cord through the strain relief. Be sure that the wire insulation on the ■ Put direct wire cable through the strain relief. The strain relief should have a tight fit power supply cord is inside the strain relief. The strain relief should have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be in a horizontal position. Tighten strain relief screw with the dryer cabinet and be in a horizontal position. Do not further tighten strain against the direct wire cable. relief screws at this
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3. Connect ground wire (green or bare) of power supply cord to external ground conductor 4-wire connection: Power Supply Cord screw. Tighten screw. A C B IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes and where local codes do not permit the use of 3-wire connections. B F A D G C E A. 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-30R) B. 4-prong plug C. Ground prong F E D. Neutral prong D E. Spade terminals with upturned ends F. ¾" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief A. External ground conductor scr
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5" (127 mm) A B 4-wire connection: Direct Wire IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes and where local codes do not permit the use of 3-wire connections. C Direct wire cable must have 5 ft (1.52 m) of extra length so dryer can be moved if needed. Strip 5" (127 mm) of outer covering from end of cable, leaving bare ground wire at 1 5" (127 mm). Cut 1 /2" (38 mm) from 3 remaining wires. Strip insulation back 1" (25 mm). Shape ends of wires into a hook shape. E D A
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4. Place the hooked ends of the other power supply cable wires under the outer terminal 2. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) of power supply cord to the center, silver- block screws (hooks facing right). Squeeze hooked ends together. Tighten screws. colored terminal screw of the terminal block. Tighten screw. B C D 5. Tighten strain relief screws. 6. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold- down screw. ou have completed your electrical c
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When connecting to the terminal block, place the hooked end of the wire under the screw of 5. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold- the terminal block (hook facing right), squeeze hooked end together and tighten screw, as down screw. shown. 6. You have completed your electrical connections. Now go to “Venting Requirements.” Optional 3-wire connection Use for direct wire or power supply cord where local codes do not permit connecting cabinet-gr
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4. Tighten strain relief screws. ■ 4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps must be used. 5. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold- down screw. 6. Connect a separate copper ground wire from the external ground conductor screw to an adequate ground. 4" 102 mm Venting Requirements 4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent Vent products can be purchased from your dealer or by calling Maytag Services. For more WARNING information, see the “Ass
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Exhaust Plan Vent System Recommended hood styles are shown here. B Choose your exhaust installation type A Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer. Other installations are possible. 4" B (102 mm) 4" C (102 mm) D A. Louvered hood style B. Box hood style E A The angled hood style (shown here) is acceptable. F 4" G (102 mm) B H 2½" (63.5 mm) A. Dryer E. Clamps B. Elbow F. Rigid metal or flexible metal vent ■ An exhaust hood sh
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■ Use the fewest 90° turns possible. Alternate installations for close clearances Venting systems come in many varieties. Select the type best for your installation. Two close- clearance installations are shown. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions. Determine vent length and elbows needed for best drying performance ■ Use the Vent system chart below to determine type of vent material and hood combinations acceptable to use. NOTE: Do not use vent runs longer than those specified in the Vent
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Install Leveling Legs Level Dryer Check the levelness of the dryer. Check levelness first side to side, then front to back. WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install dryer. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. 1. To protect the floor, use a large, flat piece of cardboard from the dryer carton. Place If the dryer is not level, prop up the dryer using a wood block. Use a wrench to adjust the legs cardboard under the entire back side of the dryer.
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7. Attach door hinges to dryer door so that the larger hole is at the bottom of the hinge. Complete Installation 1. Check that all parts are now installed. If there is an extra part, go back through the steps to see which step was skipped. 2. Check that you have all of your tools. 3. Dispose of/recycle all packaging materials. 4. Check the dryer’s final location. Be sure the vent is not crushed or kinked. 8. Remove door strike (E) from cabinet. Use a small, flat-blade screwdriver to gentl
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DRYER USE Starting Your Dryer WARNING WARNING Fire Hazard Explosion Hazard No washer can completely remove oil. Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer. Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on it (including cooking oils). Do not dry anything that has ever had anything flammable on it (even after washing). Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be dried on a clothesline or by using an Air Cycle. Failure to follow these instructions can r
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Style 2: Your drying rack does not have front legs. Do not remove the lint screen. Slide To restart your dryer drying rack over the bottom of the dryer door opening. Push down to secure drying rack on 1. Close the door. frame. 2. Select a new cycle and temperature (if desired). 2. Put wet items on top of drying rack, leaving space between items. Do not allow items to 3. Push the START button. hang over the edge of the drying rack. Close the door. 3. Select a timed drying cycle and temperatu
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3. Wet a nylon brush with hot water and liquid detergent. Scrub lint screen with the brush to remove residue buildup. Vacation and Moving Care 4. Rinse screen with hot water. 5. Thoroughly dry lint screen with a clean towel. Replace screen in dryer. Vacation care Operate your dryer only when you are at home. If you will be on vacation or not using your Cleaning the Dryer Interior dryer for an extended period of time, you should: 1. Apply a liquid, nonflammable household cleaner to the stained
