Maytag MED5801TW User Manual

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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 en

113-wire connection: Power supply cordUse where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire.1. Loosen or remove center silv

123. Place the hooked ends of the other direct wire cable wires under the outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right). Squeeze hooked ends togeth

13If this is a new vent system Vent material Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use plastic or metal foil vent. 4" (10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust ve

14Plan Vent SystemChoose your exhaust installation typeRecommended exhaust installationsTypical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the drye

15Special provisions for mobile home installationsThe exhaust vent must be securely fastened to a noncombustible portion of the mobile home structure

163. Examine the leveling legs. Find the diamond marking. 4. Screw the legs into the leg holes by hand. Use a wrench to finish turning the legs until

17DRYER USEStarting Your DryerWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before

18Drying Rack The drying rack is useful for machine drying items you would not necessarily want to tumble dry (for example, sweaters).If your model do

192. Push the lint screen firmly back into place.As Needed Cleaning1. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers.2. Wet both sides of lint screen with

2TABLE OF CONTENTSDRYER SAFETY...

20TROUBLESHOOTINGFirst try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) to possibly avoid the cos

21 Is the exhaust vent diameter the correct size? Use 4" (10.2 cm) diameter vent material. Is the dryer located in a room with temperature belo

22ASSISTANCE OR SERVICEBefore calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting.” It may save you the cost of a service call. If you st

23Notes

MAYTAG CORPORATION MAJOR APPLIANCE WARRANTYONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTYFor one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated and

3DRYER SAFETYYou can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately You can be killed or seriously injured if you don'tfollow All

4INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONSTools and PartsGather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided w

5Dryer Dimensions*Most installations require a minimum 5" (12.7 cm) clearance behind the dryer for the exhaust vent with elbow. See “Venting Requ

6If using a power supply cord:Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use with clothes dryers. The kit should contain: A UL listed 30-amp po

7Electrical Connection1. Disconnect power.2. Remove the hold-down screw and terminal block cover. 3. Install strain relief.Style 1: Power supply cord

8 Put power supply cord through the strain relief. Be sure that the wire insulation on the power supply cord is inside the strain relief. The strain

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