Maytag MEDB850WB Installation Instructions
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Electric Dryer Installation Instructions Table of Contents DRYER SAFETY 2 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 3 Tools and Parts 3 Location 18 TROUBLESHOOTING 19 iNSTALLATiON Date of purchase: Date of installation: installer: Model number: Serial number: NOTES Para obtener acceso al manual de - Maytag MEDB850WB | Installation Instructions - Page 2
the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer's instructions and local codes. - Do not install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic venting materials or fle×ible metal (foil type) duct. if flexible metal duct is installed, it must be of a specific type identified by the appliance manufacturer as - Maytag MEDB850WB | Installation Instructions - Page 3
" before purchasing parts. Mobile home installations require metal exhuast system hardware available for purchase from the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer. For further information, please refer to the "Assistance or Service" section in your "Use and Care Guide". Optional Equipment - Maytag MEDB850WB | Installation Instructions - Page 4
"Electrical Requirements." [] Floor must support dryer weight of 200 Ibs. (90.7 kg). Also consider weight of companion appliance. [] Level floor with maximum slope of 1" (25 mm) under entire dryer. If slope is greater than 1" (25 mm), install Extended Dryer Feet Kit, Part Number 279810. If not level - Maytag MEDB850WB | Installation Instructions - Page 5
Part 3280 (formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile home construction and Safety, Title 24, HUD Part Service" section in your "Use and Care Guide". [] Special provisions must be made in mobile homes to introduce outside air into dryer instructions provided for it here. [] This dryer the appliance is - Maytag MEDB850WB | Installation Instructions - Page 6
dryer carton; place under entire back edge of dryer. Firmly grasp dryer body (not console panel) and gently lay dryer down on cardboard. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS [] For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer or service representative or personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the dryer is - Maytag MEDB850WB | Installation Instructions - Page 7
. Be sure that the wire insulation on the 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. Do not further tighten strain relief screws at this point. - Maytag MEDB850WB | Installation Instructions - Page 8
(E) from external ground conductor screw (A). Connect remaining wires to outer terminal block screws. Tighten screws. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw. Now, go to "Venting Requirements". 8 - Maytag MEDB850WB | Installation Instructions - Page 9
terminal block screw (B). Connect remaining wires to outer terminal block screws. Tighten screws. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw. Now, go to "Venting Requirements". Direct Wire Fire Hazard Use 10 gauge copper wire. Use - Maytag MEDB850WB | Installation Instructions - Page 10
cable under center screw of terminal block (B). Squeeze hooked ends together and tighten screw. Direct wire cable must have 5 ft. (1.52 m) of extra length so dryer may be moved if needed. Strip 5" (127 mm) of outer covering from end of cable, leaving bare ground wire at 5" (127 mm). Cut 11/2" (38 - Maytag MEDB850WB | Installation Instructions - Page 11
terminal block screws (hooks facing right). Squeeze hooked ends together and tighten screws. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw. Now, go to "Venting Requirements". Direct wire cable must have 5 ft. (1.52 m) of extra length - Maytag MEDB850WB | Installation Instructions - Page 12
or metal foil vent. Rigid metal vent: [] Recommended for best drying performance and to avoid crushing and kinking. Flexible metal vent: (Acceptable only if accessible to clean) [] Must be fully extended and supported in final dryer location. [] Remove excess to avoid sagging and kinking that may - Maytag MEDB850WB | Installation Instructions - Page 13
exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer. Other installations are possible. Louvered Hood instructions can result in death or fire. [] Exhaust Cover Kit (to cover unused exhaust holes): Part Number W10186596 - all models [] Bottom Exhaust Kit- Part - Maytag MEDB850WB | Installation Instructions - Page 14
longer than those specified will: [] Shorten life of dryer. [] Reduce performance, resulting in longer drying times and increased energy usage. The Vent System Charts provide venting requirements that will help achieve best drying performance. Whirlpool Vent System Chart Number of 90 ° elbows - Maytag MEDB850WB | Installation Instructions - Page 15
Maytag 12" rain. CONNECT INLET HOSES For non-steam models, skip to "Connect Vent" on page 16. The dryer must be connected to the cold water faucet washer inlet hose. Check and see if rubber washer is in the "Y" connector. Remove old rubber washer from inlet hose and replace with new rubber washer - Maytag MEDB850WB | Installation Instructions - Page 16
wire mesh strainer inside the coupling. Attach this end to the "Y" connector. Attach washer cold inlet hose to other side of "Y" connector. Screw on coupling by hand coupling Attach other end of long hose to fill valve at bottom of dryer back panel. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on - Maytag MEDB850WB | Installation Instructions - Page 17
product performance. Excessive scale buildup may lead to the need for certain part replacement or repair. All Models: [_ Select a Time Dry heated cycle, and start dryer. Do not select Air Only Temperature setting. If dryer will not start, check the following: • Controls are set in a running or - Maytag MEDB850WB | Installation Instructions - Page 18
door on a flat, covered surface, with the inside of the door facing up. Remove remaining two loose screws from dryer front panel. 5. Remove the 4 plastic plugs located outside the dryer door opening. 2. Replace the 4 screws in the same holes 3. Remove the 4 screws from the opposite side of the door - Maytag MEDB850WB | Installation Instructions - Page 19
tighten screws. Leave approximately 1/4" (5 mm) of screw exposed. TROUBLESHOOTING DRYER OPERATION Dryer will not run [] Has a household fuse blown, or has the problem continues, call an electrician. Dryer displaying code message [] "PF" (power failure), check the following: Was the drying cycle - Maytag MEDB850WB | Installation Instructions - Page 20
"E" Variable (El, E2, E3) service codes: Call for service. DRYER RESULTS Clothes are not drying satisfactorily, drying times are too long, or load these instructions can result in death or fire. Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer. Place dryer at
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Electric
Dryer
Installation
Instructions
Table
of
Contents
DRYER SAFETY
.........................................................................
2
INSTALLATION
REQUIREMENTS
.............................................
3
Tools
and
Parts
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3
Location
Requirements
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4
Electrical
Requirements
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5
install
Leveling
Legs
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6
Electrical
Connection
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7
VENTING
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12
Venting
Requirements
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12
Plan
Vent System
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13
install
Vent System
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15
CONNECT
iNLET
HOSES
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15
CONNECT
VENT
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16
LEVEL
DRYER
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17
COMPLETE
iNSTALLATiON
CHECKLIST
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17
REVERSE DOOR
SWING
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18
TROUBLESHOOTING
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19
iNSTALLATiON
NOTES
Date
of
purchase:
Date
of
installation:
installer:
Model
number:
Serial
number:
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