Maytag Epic Z Specifications

TECHNICAL EDUCATIONJOB AID 8178691ML-9 ELECTRONIC GAS & ELECTRIC DRYEREPIC z™MODELS: MEDZ600TW00 MGDZ600TW00

2-2WARNINGLOCATION REQUIREMENTSExplosion HazardKeep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer.Place dryer at least 18 inches (

2-3 36"(91.4 cm) 50½"(128.27 cm) 27"(68.6 cm) *28.65"(72.77 cm)* Most installations require a minimum 5˝ (12.

2-4Recessed or closet installation - Dryer on pedestalA. Recessed areaB. Side view - closet or confined areaAB 1"(2.5 cm) 1"(2.5 cm) 27&

2-5ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTSElectric Models OnlyIt is your responsibilityTo contact a qualified electrical installer.•To be sure that the electric

2-64-wire receptacle (14-30R)Then choose a 4-wire power supply cord with ring or spade terminals and UL listed strain relief. The 4-wire power

2-7ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONElectric Models OnlyPOWER SUPPLY CORDWARNINGFire HazardUse a new UL listed 30 amp power supply cord.Use a UL listed strain

2-8Put power supply cord through the strain •relief. Be sure that the wire insulation on the power supply cord is inside the strain rel

2-94-wire connection: Power supply cordIMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes and where local codes do not permit the use of 3-w

2-10When connecting to the terminal block, place the hooked end of the wire under the screw of the terminal block (hook facing right), squeeze hooked

2-114. Place the hooked ends of the other direct wire cable wires under the outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right). Squeeze hooked ends tog

- ii -WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION assumes no responsibility for any repairs made on our products by anyone other than authorized In-Home Service Profes

2-123-wire connection: Direct wireUse where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire.Direct wire cable must have 5 ft (1

2-133. Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws. Tighten screws.4. Tighten strain relief screws.5. Connect a separate copper grou

2-14Gas TypeNatural gas:This dryer is equipped for use with Natural gas. It is design-certified by CSA International for LP (propane or butane)

2-15Option 2 (Alternate method)Approved aluminum or copper tubing:Lengths under 20 ft (6.1 m) can use 3/8• ˝ approved tubing (if codes and gas

2-16If using an existing vent systemClean lint from the entire length of the sys-•tem and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with lint.Repl

2-17Improper venting can cause moisture and lint to collect indoors, which may result in:Moisture damage to woodwork, furni-•ture, pain

2-18Number of 90º turns or elbowsType ofventBox or louvered hoodsAngledhoods0Rigid metalFlexible metal64 ft (20 m)36 ft (11 m)58 ft (17.7 m)28 ft (8.5

2-19WARNINGExcessive Weight HazardUse two or more people to move and install dryer.Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.INSTALL LEVELIN

2-20A. Closed valveB. Open valveAB3. Open the shutoff valve in the supply line. The valve is open when the handle is par-allel to the gas pipe.4. Te

2-21A. Dryer front panelB. Door assemblyABA. Inner ringB. Outer ringAB2. Lay the door assembly on a flat, protected surface with the inside (inner do

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2-224. Reinstall plug strips on opposite side of the inner door.5. Check for fingerprints on the glass. Clean glass if necessary.6. Place the

2-23For Gas Models Only12. Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and start the dryer. Do not select the Air Only modi-fier. If the dryer will not start, c

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3-1DRYER USEPRODUCT OPERATIONWARNINGExplosion HazardKeep ammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer.Do not dry anything that has

3-2Follow these basic steps to start your dryer. Please refer to specic sections of this manual for more detailed information.1. Clean lint s

3-37. Press and hold START for approximately 1 second until dryer starts. Be sure the door is closed.If you do not press Start within 5 minutes • of

3-4WetThe Wet light illuminates at the beginning of an Auto Cycle if a wet item is detectedIn an Sensor Dry Cycle, if a wet item is not • detected aft

3-5Wrinkle ControlUse this cycle to get low heat for drying no-iron fabrics such as sport shirts, casual business clothes and permanent press blends.D

3-6ADDITIONAL FEATURESTemperatureTemperature settings are used with the Timed Dry Cycles. Press TEMPERATURE until the desired temperature setti

3-7CHANGING CYCLES, OPTIONS AND MODIFIERSChanging Cycles after pressing Start1. Press PAUSE/CANCEL twice. This ends the current cycle.2. Select

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3-8Rack DrySetting Temp.Time*Wool SweatersBlock to shape and lay flat on the rack.Timed Dry Low60Stuffed toys or pillowsCotton or polyester fiber fill

3-9DRYER CAREWARNINGExplosion HazardKeep ammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer.Place dryer at least 18 inches (46 cm) above

3-10CLEANING THE DRYER INTERIORTo clean dryer drum1. Make a paste with powdered laundry de-tergent and very warm water.2. Apply paste to a soft clot

3-11TROUBLESHOOTINGDryer will not runHas a household fuse blown, or has a • circuit breaker tripped? There may be 2 fuses or circuit breakers

3-12DRYER RESULTSClothes are not drying satisfactorily, drying times are too long, or load is too hotIs the lint screen clogged with lint?• Lint scr

3-13Lint on loadIs the lint screen clogged?• Clean lint screen. Check for air movement.Stains on load or drumWas dryer fabric softener properly

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4-1COMPONENT ACCESSCOMPONENT LOCATIONSThis section instructs you on how to service each component inside the Maytag Epic z™ Elec-tronic Gas & Elec

4-2Electrical Shock HazardDisconnect power before servicing.Replace all parts and panels before operating.Failure to do so can result in death or e

4-36. To remove the console electronics as-sembly:a) Pull the selector knob off the switch shaft.b) Press the seven console locking tabs, and

1-1GENERALDRYER SAFETYYour safety and the safety of others are very important.We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on th

4-4Electrical Shock HazardDisconnect power before servicing.Replace all parts and panels before operating.Failure to do so can result in death or e

4-5Electrical Shock HazardDisconnect power before servicing.Replace all parts and panels before operating.Failure to do so can result in death or e

4-6Electrical Shock HazardDisconnect power before servicing.Replace all parts and panels before operating.Failure to do so can result in death or e

4-7Electrical Shock HazardDisconnect power before servicing.Replace all parts and panels before operating.Failure to do so can result in death or e

4-8Electrical Shock HazardDisconnect power before servicing.Replace all parts and panels before operating.Failure to do so can result in death or e

4-9Electrical Shock HazardDisconnect power before servicing.Replace all parts and panels before operating.Failure to do so can result in death or e

4-10Electrical Shock HazardDisconnect power before servicing.Replace all parts and panels before operating.Failure to do so can result in death or

4-11b) Slide the belt off the front of the drum and remove it.Remove Beltc) Lift the drum and remove it from the dryer cabinet.DRUM INSTALLAT

4-12Electrical Shock HazardDisconnect power before servicing.Replace all parts and panels before operating.Failure to do so can result in death or

4-13d) Lift the locking tabs on the top and bottom of the motor harness plug and disconnect the plug from the motor terminals.e) Remove th

1-2SERIAL NUMBER C U 35 10901DIVISION RESPONSIBILITY C = CLYDE, OH YEAR OF PRODUCTION U = 2007 WEEK OF PRODUCTION

4-14Electrical Shock HazardDisconnect power before servicing.Replace all parts and panels before operating.Failure to do so can result in death or

4-155. To remove the flame sensor:a) Disconnect the two wire connectors from the sensor terminals.b) Remove the flame sensor screw from the burn

4-16Electrical Shock HazardDisconnect power before servicing.Replace all parts and panels before operating.Failure to do so can result in death or

4-17Electrical Shock HazardDisconnect power before servicing.Replace all parts and panels before operating.Failure to do so can result in death or

4-18REMOVING THE DRYER DOORElectrical Shock HazardDisconnect power before servicing.Replace all parts and panels before operating.Failure to do so

5-1COMPONENT TESTINGElectrical Shock HazardDisconnect power before servicing.Replace all parts and panels before operating.Failure to do so can result

5-2DOOR SWITCHRefer to page 4-5 for the procedure for ac-cessing the door switch.1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.2. Turn off gas supply

5-3Electrical Shock HazardDisconnect power before servicing.Replace all parts and panels before operating.Failure to do so can result in death or elec

5-4Electrical Shock HazardDisconnect power before servicing.Replace all parts and panels before operating.Failure to do so can result in death or elec

5-5Electrical Shock HazardDisconnect power before servicing.Replace all parts and panels before operating.Failure to do so can result in death or elec

1-3MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER LABELAND TECH SHEET LOCATIONSThe Model & Serial Number Label and Tech Sheet locations are shown below.Model & Ser

5-6FLAME SENSORRefer to page 4-14 for the procedure for ac-cessing the flame sensor.1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.2. Turn off gas supply to dr

5-7Electrical Shock HazardDisconnect power before servicing.Replace all parts and panels before operating.Failure to do so can result in death or elec

5-8Electrical Shock HazardDisconnect power before servicing.Replace all parts and panels before operating.Failure to do so can result in death or elec

6-1DIAGNOSTICS & TROUBLESHOOTINGDIAGNOSTIC GUIDEBefore servicing, check the following:Make sure there is power at the wall •outlet.Has a

6-2Diagnostic: Saved Fault CodesIf there are saved fault codes, the most recent fault code will alternately show “F-” and “XX” where XX is the fault c

6-3Diagnostic: Door SwitchOpening the door should cause a beep and an alphanumeric number to be displayed. Closing the door should cause a beep and

6-4DISPLAY FAULT CODES The fault codes below would be indicated when attempting to start a drying cycle, or after activating the diagnostic test mode.

6-5TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDESome tests will require accessing components. See Figure 2 for component locations.PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE / TESTNOTE: Possible

6-6TROUBLESHOOTING TESTSELECTRIC DRYER1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.2. Remove the cover plate from the top right corner of the back of

6-710. If both visual checks pass, replace the console electronics, housing assembly, and all parts and panels before operating.11. Plug in d

1-4SPECIFICATIONSModel Number MEDZ600TW00 MGD600TW00Model Description Matching Dryer For Front Load WasherColor WhiteCapacity (Cu.Ft. IEC) 6.7Venting

6-81. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.2. Access the machine control electronics and measure the resistance across P8-4 and P9-1. See Accessing

6-96. Using Figure 9, check for the resistance values of the motor’s Main and Start winding coils as shown below. NOTE: Main and Start w

6-10ELECTRIC DRYER:1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.2. Remove the toe panel to access the thermal components. See Figure 14.3. Using an

6-11Heat will not shut off:1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.2. Access the machine control electronics, and measure the resistance between P1

6-12If the thermistor resistance checks within •normal limits, replace the machine control electronics.TEST #3b Thermal Fuse TestELECTRIC DRYER: The

6-13Iftheohmmeterdoesnotindicate(inn-•ity) open circuit, go to step 6.Otherwise, measure the resistance across •between pins 1 and 2 of conne

6-1410. If moisture sensor diagnostic test passes, check the thermistor: Perform TEST #3a.If the problem persists after replacing the •moisture senso

6-155. If replacing the console electronics and housing assembly failed:Unplug dryer or disconnect power.•Replace the machine control electroni

6-16ACCESSING THE MACHINE CONTROL ELECTRONICS1. After locating the machine control electron-ics, remove the two screws that hold the machine

6-17ACCESSING THE CONSOLEELECTRONICS AND HOUSING ASS EMB LY1. Access the machine control electronics (see Accessing the Machine Control Elec

2-1INSTALLATION INFORMATIONINSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONSTOOLS AND PARTSGather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and fo

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7-1WIRING DIAGRAMSELECTRIC DRYERP8-2GNDRCENTRIFUGAL SWITCH2M1M5M6M3MR – LINE L2WDOORSWITCHW – NEUTRAL NTLBULBUWBU-WP8-4P8-3 NEUTRALP9-1P8-5BK-WTHERM

7-2GAS DRYERP8-2GNDL1 LINE – BKDRUM LAMPBKBRLBUP8-4P8-3 NEUTRALP9-1P8-5DOORNEUTRALMOTORMTR CSMOIST.MOIST RTNMODELMODEL RTNP14-5P14-3P14-6R-WR-WBK-WH

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