Maytag Washer Dryer MDE2400AYW User Manual

AUTOMATIC DRYER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS  
MISE EN SERVICE SÉCHEUSE AUTOMATIQUE  
INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACIÓN DE LA SECADORA  
AUTOMÁTICA  
The installation, including a proper exhaust system,  
is the responsibility of the owner.  
La responsabilité de la mise en service, y compris le système  
d’évacuation qui convient, revient au propriétaire.  
Es responsabilidad del propietario la instalación correcta,  
incluso la del sistema de escape.  
LEAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WITH THE OWNER  
REMETTRE CES INSTRUCTIONS AU PROPRIÉTAIRE  
DEJE ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES CON EL PROPIETARIO  
(revised 6/25/04) 2201460  
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IMPORTANT TO INSTALLER  
Please Read The Following Instructions Carefully Before Starting To Install The Dryer. These  
Instructions Should Be Retained For Future Reference.  
REMOVE THE DOOR FROM ALL DISCARDED APPLIANCES SUCH AS  
DRYERS TO AVOID THE DANGER OF A CHILD SUFFOCATING.  
LOCATION CONSIDERATIONS  
The dryer should be located to permit adequate room in front for loading the dryer, and sufficient  
room behind the dryer for the exhaust system.  
This dryer is factory-ready for rear exhaust. To exhaust out the bottom or left side, use the accessory  
exhaust kit (see Accessories). Instructions are included with the kit.  
It is important to make sure the room has adequate make-up air. The area where the dryer is located  
must not obstruct the flow of combustion or ventilating air.  
THE DRYER MUST NOT BE INSTALLED OR STORED IN AN AREA WHERE IT WILL BE  
EXPOSED TO WATER AND/OR WEATHER. THE DRYER AREA IS TO BE KEPT CLEAR AND  
FREE FROM COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS, GASOLINE AND OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND  
LIQUIDS. A DRYER PRODUCES COMBUSTIBLE LINT. THE AREA AROUND THE DRYER  
SHOULD BE KEPT FREE OF LINT.  
ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION  
An appliance installed in a closet shall have no  
WARNING –  
The dryer must  
be exhausted to  
the outside to  
reduce the risk  
of fire when  
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WARNING  
other fuel-burning appliance installed in the  
same closet.  
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this  
dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED TO THE  
OUTDOORS. See EXHAUST INFORMATION  
section.  
installed in an alcove or closet.  
Minimum clearances between dryer cabinet and adjacent walls or other surfaces are:  
0either side 1front and rear.  
Closet door must be louvered or otherwise ventilated and must contain a minimum of  
60 in2 (152.5 cm2) of open area equally distributed. If this closet contains both a  
washer and a dryer, doors must contain a minimum of 120 in2 of open area equally  
distributed.  
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MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION  
The installation of the dryer in mobile homes must conform to the Manufactured Home  
Construction and Safety Standard Title 24 CFR, Part 32-80 {formerly the Federal standard  
for Mobile Home Construction and Safety, Title 24, HUD (Part 280), 1975} for the United  
States,) or CSA Standards Z240 (for Canada). When installing a dryer in a mobile home,  
provisions for anchoring the dryer to the floor must be made. An anchor bracket kit is  
available with instructions (see Accessories). Locate in an area that has adequate make up  
air. A minimum of 60 in2 (152.5 cm2) of unobstructed opening is required. All mobile home  
installations must be exhausted to the outside with the exhaust duct termination securely  
fastened to the mobile home structure, using materials that will not support combustion. The  
exhaust duct may not terminate beneath the mobile home. See the section on exhausting for  
more information.  
EXHAUSTING  
Exhausting the dryer to the outside will prevent large amounts of lint and moisture from being blown  
into the room.  
In the United States:  
Electric dryers located in a confined area such as a bedroom, bathroom, or closet must be  
exhausted to the outside.  
Electric dryers not located in a confined area may be exhausted to the inside (see nonexhausted  
installations.  
In Canada:  
All dryers must be exhausted to the outside.  
Outside the U.S. and Canada:  
Refer to local codes.  
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WARNING  
WARNING plastic or nonmetal flexible duct presents a potential fire hazard.  
NEVER USE PLASTIC OR NONMETAL FLEXIBLE DUCT.  
If your existing ductwork is plastic, nonmetal or combustible, replace it with metal. Use only metal  
exhaust duct that will not support combustion to insure the containment of exhaust air, heat and lint.  
DUCTING REQUIREMENTS  
Use A Minimum Of 4-inch (10.2 Cm) Diameter Rigid Aluminum Or Rigid Galvanized Steel  
Duct.  
Do not use smaller duct.  
Ducts larger than 4 inches (10.2 cm) in diameter can result in increased lint accumulation. Lint  
accumulation should be cleaned regularly.  
If flexible metal duct must be used, use the type with a stiff sheet metal wall. Do not use  
flexible duct with a thin foil wall. Serious blockage can result if flexible metal duct is bent too  
sharp.  
Never install any type of flexible duct in walls, ceilings or other concealed spaces.  
Keep exhaust duct as straight and short as possible.  
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Secure joints with duct tape. Do not use screws.  
DO NOT EXHAUST DRYER INTO ANY WALL, CEILING, CRAWL SPACE OR A  
CONCEALED SPACE OF A BUILDING, GAS VENT, ANY OTHER COMMON DUCT OR  
CHIMNEY. THIS COULD CREATE A FIRE HAZARD FROM LINT EXPELLED BY THE  
DRYER.  
Plastic flexible duct can kink, sag, be punctured, reduce airflow, extend drying times and affect  
dryer operation.  
Exhaust systems longer than recommended can extend drying times, affect machine  
operation and may collect lint.  
The exhaust duct should end with an exhaust hood with a swing out damper to  
prevent back drafts and entry of wildlife. Never use an exhaust hood with a magnetic  
damper.  
The hood should have at least 12 inches (30.5 cm) of clearance between the bottom  
of the hood and the ground or other obstruction. The hood opening should point down.  
Never install a screen over the exhaust outlet.  
When possible, do not exhaust the dryer directly into a window well in order to avoid  
lint build-up. Do not exhaust under a house or porch.  
If exhaust ductwork must run through an unheated area, the duct should be insulated  
and slope slightly down towards the exhaust hood to reduce condensation and lint  
build-up.  
Inspect and clean the interior or the exhaust system at least once a year. Disconnect  
electrical service prior to cleaning.  
Frequently check to be sure the exhaust hood damper opens and closes freely.  
If new dryer is installed into an existing exhaust system you must be sure:  
The exhaust system meets all local, state and national codes.  
That plastic flexible duct is not used.  
Inspect and clean all lint accumulation from the interior of the existing duct.  
The duct is not kinked or crushed.  
The exhaust hood damper opens and closes freely.  
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The static pressure in any exhaust system must not exceed 0.48 inches of  
water column, or be less than 0.  
This can be measured with the dryer running with a manometer at the point where the  
exhaust duct connects to the dryer. A no heat setting should be used. The dryer tumbler  
should be empty and the lint filter clean.  
NONEXHAUSTED INSTALLATIONS  
If the electric dryer is not exhausted to the outside, the exhaust must not terminate  
directly behind the dryer.  
Use a rectangular vent kit along with a Dacron mesh lint bag (see Accessories).  
Maintain a 6(15.2 cm) clearance between the back of the control panel and the wall.  
Although the lint screen and lint bag will retain most of the lint, a certain amount will be  
expelled into the laundry area.  
WARNING: IF THE DRYER IS NOT EXHAUSTED TO THE OUTSIDE, SOME FINE  
LINT WILL BE EXPELLED INTO THE LAUNDRY AREA. AN ACCUMULATION OF  
DUST OR LINT IN ANY AREA OF THE HOME CREATES A FIRE HAZARD. ANY  
LINT ACCUMULATIONS MUST BE CLEANED FREQUENTLY.  
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS  
NOTE: Wiring diagram is located inside the lower kick panel.  
Export models (not U.S. or Canada): See Additional Instructions for Export Models on  
last page of installation instructions.  
WARNING To prevent unnecessary risk of fire, electrical shock or personal injury, all  
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WARNING  
wiring and grounding must be done in accordance with local codes, or in the  
absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA (for the  
United States) or the Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22.1 (for Canada).  
GROUNDING  
This dryer must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, the ground will  
reduce the risk of electrical shock by providing a path of least resistance for electrical current.  
NEVER CONNECT GROUND WIRE TO PLASTIC PLUMBING LINES, GAS LINES OR HOT  
WATER PIPES.  
ELECTRIC MODELS  
U.S. electric models are shipped with a ground strap connected from the neutral terminal  
block post to the frame of the dryer. If local codes prohibit the use of the ground strap, the  
dryer must be grounded in accordance with local codes.  
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If a power cord is not used and the electric dryer is to be permanently wired, the dryer must  
be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system; or an equipment-grounding  
conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment-grounding  
terminal.  
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS  
BEFORE OPERATING OR TESTING, follow all grounding instructions in Grounding  
Section. An individual branch (or separate) circuit serving only this appliance is  
recommended.  
DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD.  
ELECTRIC MODELS U.S. Only  
Most U.S. dryers, as manufactured, require a 120/240 volt, 60 Hz AC approved electrical  
service. Some require 120/208 volt, 60 Hz approved electrical service. The electric service  
requirements can be found on the data label located on the front behind the door. A 30-  
ampere fuse or circuit breaker on both sides of the line is required.  
Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric  
!
WARNING  
shock. Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether  
the appliance is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance if  
it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.  
To prevent unnecessary risk of fire, electrical shock or personal injury, all wiring  
and grounding must be done in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local  
codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-Latest Revision (for the US)  
or the Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22.1 - Latest Revisions and local codes and ordinances. It is the  
personal responsibility and obligation of the appliance owner to provide adequate electrical services for  
this appliance  
All gas installations must be done in accordance with the national Fuel Code ANSI/Z2231 - Last revision  
(for United States) or CAN/CGA - B149 Installation Codes - Latest Revision (for Canada) and local codes  
and ordinances.  
A 120/240-volt U.S. electric dryer must be converted if it is to operate on a 120/208 volt  
electrical system.  
If a power cord is used, the cord should be plugged into a 30-ampere receptacle.  
The power cord is NOT provided with U.S. electric model dryers.  
IMPORTANT: When permitted by local codes, the dryer electrical supply may be connected by  
means of a new power supply cord kit, marked for use with clothes dryer, that is U.L. listed, rated at  
120/240 volts minimum, 30 amperes with three No. 10 copper wire conductors terminated with closed  
loop terminals, open-end spade lugs with turned up ends or with tinned leads.  
Do not reuse a power supply cord from an old dryer. The power cord electric supply wiring  
must be retained at the dryer cabinet with a suitable UL listed strain relief.  
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If the dryer is to be installed in a mobile home or an area where local codes do not permit  
grounding through neutral, only a 4 conductor power cord, rated and terminated as above,  
may be used.  
ELECTRIC MODELS Canada Only  
A 120/240 volt, 60 Hz AC approved electrical service fused through a 30 ampere fuse or  
circuit breaker on both sides of the line is required.  
All Canadian models are shipped with the power cord attached. The power cord should be  
plugged into a 30 ampere receptacle.  
NOTE: It is not permissible to convert a dryer in Canada to 208 volts.  
REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES  
If your dryer requires replacement parts or accessories, contact the dealer from whom you  
purchased your dryer or Maytag Customer Service, Box 2370, Cleveland, Tennessee 37320-  
2370, phone 423-472-3333, for information on the nearest authorized Maytag Parts  
Distributor.  
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INSTALLATION  
Parts and literature are packaged inside of dryer drum.  
To Install…  
1. Move dryer to an appropriate location for installation. Consider installing the dryer before the  
washer in side-by-side installations, to allow access to gas, electrical and exhaust connections.  
Lay two of the carton corner posts on the floor. Tip the dryer forward on its front so it will lay  
across both corner posts.  
2. Set the dryer back in an upright position.  
3. Review the Exhausting Section before installing the exhaust system. Install the ductwork from the  
dryer to the exhaust hood. The crimped end of the duct sections must point away from the dryer.  
DO NOT use sheet metal screws when assembling ducting. These joints should be taped. Never  
use plastic flexible exhaust material.  
Tip for tight installations: install a section of exhaust system to the dryer before moving the dryer  
in place. Use duct tape to secure this section to the dryer but do not cover louvers in dryer  
cabinet.  
4. Review Electrical Requirements Section.  
BEFORE OPERATING OR TESTING, follow the grounding instructions in the Grounding Section.  
U.S. MODELS:  
IMPORTANT All U.S. models are produced for a 3-WIRE SYSTEM CONNECTION. The dryer  
frame is grounded to the neutral conductor at the terminal block.  
A 4-WIRE SYSTEM CONNECTION is required for new or remodeled construction, mobile homes,  
or if local codes do not permit grounding through neutral. If the 4-wire system is used, the dryer  
frame cannot be grounded to the neutral conductor at the terminal block. Refer to the following  
instructions for 3- and 4-WIRE SYSTEM CONNECTIONS.  
Remove the terminal block cover plate.  
Insert the power cord with a U.L. listed strain relief  
through the hole provided in the cabinet near the terminal  
block. NOTE: a strain relief must be used.  
Do not loosen the nuts already installed on the terminal  
block. Be sure they are tight. Use a 3/8(1 cm) deep well socket.  
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3-WIRE SYSTEM CONNECTIONS  
If the power cord has ring terminals:  
1. Place the terminals over the existing nuts on the  
posts.  
2. The neutral (white or center wire on power cord)  
conductor must always be connected to the center  
(silver colored) post of the terminal block.  
3. Secure in place using the nuts provided in the  
parts package.  
4. Replace the terminal block cover.  
If the power cord does not have terminals:  
1. Use the cupped washers ahead of the nuts.  
2. Be sure the terminal block nuts are tight.  
3. Secure the power cord in position.  
4. Tighten the strain relief screw(s) in order to clamp the strain relief to the cord.  
5. Replace the terminal block cover.  
WARNING: If converting from a 4-wire electrical system to a 3-wire, the ground strap  
must be reconnected to the terminal block support to ground the dryer frame to the  
neutral conductor.  
4-WIRE SYSTEM CONNECTIONS  
1. Remove the ground strap screw from the  
terminal block support.  
2. Fold the ground strap over so both ends of  
the ground strap will be attached to the  
center terminal block post.  
3. Connect the neutral (white) conductor of the  
cord to the center (silver) post of the terminal  
block.  
4. Connect the grounding (green) wire of the  
cord to the terminal block support using the  
ground strap screw.  
5. Connect the red and black wires of the cord  
to the outer posts of the terminal block.  
6. Be sure the terminal block nuts are on tight.  
7. Secure the power cord in position.  
8. Tighten the strain relief screw(s) in order to clamp the strain relief to the cord.  
9. Replace the terminal block cover.  
EXPORT MODELS  
Refer to last page of installation instructions.  
6. Level The Dryer:  
With a level, check the dryer, and make necessary adjustments to the leveling legs.  
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7. Check All Connections:  
At this time, make sure all gas connections (on gas models), exhaust and electrical  
connections are complete. Plug dryer in, and check operation by using the check list  
below.  
FINAL INSTALLATION CHECK LIST  
Dryer is plugged into electrical outlet and is properly grounded.  
Exhaust ductwork is hooked up to dryer and all joints taped.  
Plastic flexible duct is NOT used.  
Rigid or stiff walled flexible metal vent material was used.  
Dryer is level with all legs firmly on the floor.  
Start dryer to confirm dryer runs, heats and shuts off.  
Provide User Guide to consumer and demonstrate dryer operation.  
HOUSEHOLD INSTALLATION ACCESSORIES  
Vent hood 4(10.16 cm) opening 059129  
Aluminum pipe 4x 24(10.16 cm x 60.96 cm) 059130  
Aluminum elbow 4(10.16 cm) 059131  
Aluminum window plate 15x 20(38.10 cm x 50.80 cm) 4(10.16 cm) hole 059134  
Flexible aluminum vent duct 4(10.16 cm) diameter 38(81.28 cm) length stretches to  
8(2.44 cm) 304353  
Clamp for flexible aluminum duct 304630  
Exhaust duct kit for base or left side exhausting 12001453  
Rectangular vent kit 059144  
Dacron lint bag 311353  
Anchor bracket kit 303740  
Grounding kit 12001875  
Power cords 240 v, 30 A  
4(121.9 cm) 3-wire 33001780  
5(152.4 cm) 3-wire 33001822  
6(182.9 cm) 3-wire 33001823  
10(304.8 cm) 3-wire 33001838  
4(121.9 cm) 4-wire 33001781  
5(152.4 cm) 4-wire 33001824  
6(182.9 cm) 4-wire 33001825  
10(304.8 cm) 4-wire 33001838  
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ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR EXPORT MODELS  
(Not U.S. or Canada) Contact the distributor that sold the appliance or: Maytag  
International, 8700 W. Bryn Mawr Avenue, Chicago, Illinois USA 60631, 773-714-0100, for  
information on product, shipping damage, replacement parts and accessories.  
Maytag dryer models manufactured for operation on 60 Hz AC are not designed for use on  
50 Hz AC electrical service and conversion of the product from 60 to 50 Hz operation is not  
recommended. For additional information on 50 Hz products, contact Maytag International.  
The electric service requirements can be found on the data label located on the front of the  
dryer behind the door.  
EXPORT ELECTRIC MODELS  
Export electric models are manufactured for operation on either 230/240 volt, 50 Hz or 220  
volt, 60 Hz approved electric service. A two-wire approved electrical service with a 30-  
ampere fuse or circuit breaker is required. The dryer must be properly grounded with a  
ground wire.  
IMPORTANT: When permitted by local codes, the dryer electrical supply may be connected  
by means of a new power supply cord kit, marked for use with clothes dryers, that is agency  
listed, rated at 240 volts minimum, 30 amperes with two No. 10 copper wire conductors  
terminated with closed loop terminals, open-end spade lugs with turned up ends or with  
tinned leads. Do not reuse a power supply cord from an old dryer. The power cord or electric  
supply wiring must be retained at the dryer cabinet with a suitable agency listed strain relief.  
2-WIRE AND GROUND SYSTEM CONNECTIONS  
Remove the terminal block cover plate. Insert the power cord  
with an agency listed strain relief through the hole  
provided in the cabinet near the terminal block. Note, a  
strain relief must be used. Do not loosen the nuts  
already installed on the terminal block. Be sure they are  
tight. Use a 3/8(1 cm) deep well socket. Secure the  
power cord ground wire to the terminal block support  
using the ground screw.  
2-Wire and Ground System  
Power  
Neutral  
Post  
Cord  
Ground  
Wire  
Power  
cord  
and  
If the power cord has ring terminals:  
1. Place the terminals over the existing nuts on the  
posts. The neutral wire in power cord must be  
connected to the center (silver colored) post of the  
terminal block.  
Neutral  
strain  
relief  
2. Secure in place using the nuts provided in the parts package.  
3. Replace the terminal block cover.  
If the power cord does not have ring terminals:  
1. Use the cupped washers ahead of the nuts. Be sure the terminal block nuts are tight.  
2. Secure the power cord in position.  
3. Tighten the strain relief screw(s) in order to clamp the strain relief to the cord.  
4. Replace the terminal block cover.  
BEFORE OPERATING OR TESTING, be sure the machine is properly grounded.  
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