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Maytag 7 Cu. Ft. White Gas Wrinkle Prevent Dryer (MGD4500MW) installation instructions
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Contents
- DRYER SAFETYp. 2
Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and…
- Dryer Safetyp. 2
- DRYER MAINTENANCE AND CAREp. 5
Cleaning the Dryer Location WARNING Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer. Do not dry anything that has ever…
- Cleaning the Dryer Locationp. 5
WARNING Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer. Do not dry anything that has ever had anything flammable on it…
- Cleaning the Dryer Interiorp. 5
To clean dryer drum: 1. Use either a mild dish detergent mixed at low concentration or a nonflammable cleaner and very warm water. Rub with a soft cloth. n…
- Removing Accumulated Lintp. 5
From inside the dryer cabinet: Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending on dryer usage. Cleaning should be done by a qualified appliance…
- Cleaning the Lint Screenp. 5
Every load cleaning: The lint screen may be located either in the door opening or the top of the dryer depending on model. A screen blocked by lint can…
- Changing the Drum Light (on some models)p. 6
1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. Open the dryer door. Locate the light bulb cover on the back wall of the dryer. Using a 1/4" (6.5 mm) nut driver or…
- Check Your Vent System for Good Airflowp. 6
WARNING Fire Hazard Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use a plastic vent. Do not use a metal foil vent. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death…
- Maintain Good Airflowp. 6
n Cleaning your lint screen before each load. n Replace plastic or foil vent material with 4" (102 mm) diameter heavy, rigid vent material. n Use the shortest…
- Nonuse, Storage, and Moving Carep. 6
Nonuse or Storage Care If you will be on vacation or not using your dryer for an extended period of time, you should: 1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2.…
- Special Instructions for Steam Modelsp. 7
Install and store your dryer where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in the hose, freezing can damage your dryer. If storing or moving your dryer…
- INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTSp. 7
Tools and Parts NOTE: Install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer’s instructions and local codes. Gather required tools and parts before starting…
- Tools and Partsp. 7
NOTE: Install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer’s instructions and local codes. Gather required tools and parts before starting installation.…
- Location Requirementsp. 8
- Gas Dryer Power Hookup – U.S.A. and Canadap. 9
Electrical Requirements WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an…
- Gas Supply Requirementsp. 10
WARNING Explosion Hazard Use a new CSA International approved gas supply line. Install a shut-off valve. Securely tighten all gas connections. If connected to…
- INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONSp. 11
Install Leveling Legs WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install or uninstall appliance. Failure to do so can result in back or…
- Install Leveling Legsp. 11
WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install or uninstall appliance. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. 1.…
- Make Gas Connection – U.S.A. and Canadap. 12
- Venting Requirementsp. 13
- Plan Vent Systemp. 13
Recommended exhaust installations: Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer. Other installations are possible. A. Dryer B. Elbow C. Wall…
- Install Vent Systemp. 15
1. Install exhaust hood Install exhaust hood and use caulking compound to seal exterior wall opening around exhaust hood. 2. Connect vent to exhaust hood Vent…
- Connect Inlet Hosesp. 15
For vented, non-steam models, skip to “Connect Vent.” The dryer must be connected to the cold water faucet using the new inlet hoses. Do not use old hoses.…
- Connect Ventp. 16
1. Connect vent to exhaust outlet Using a 4" (102 mm) clamp, connect the vent to exhaust outlet in the dryer. If connecting to existing vent, make sure vent is…
- Level Dryerp. 16
1. Level Dryer Check levelness of dryer from side to side. Repeat from front to back. NOTE: The dryer must be level for the moisture-sensing system to operate…
- Complete Installation Checklistp. 17
q Check that all parts are now installed. If there is an extra part, go back through steps to see what was skipped. q Check that you have all of your tools. q…
- SÉCURITÉ DE LA SÉCHEUSEp. 18
Votre sécurité et celle des autres sont très importantes. Nous donnons de nombreux messages de sécurité importants dans ce manuel et sur votre appareil.…
- Sécurité de la sécheusep. 18
- ENTRETIEN ET RÉPARATION DE LA SÉCHEUSEp. 21
Nettoyage de l’emplacement de la sécheuse AVERTISSEMENT Risque d’explosion Garder les matières et les vapeurs inflammables, telles que l’essence, à l’écart de…