Maytag MEDB850WR Installation Guide
Maytag MEDB850WR - 7.3 cu. Ft. Capacity Electric Dryer Manual
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- Maytag MEDB850WR | Installation Guide - Page 1
INLET HOSES 15 CONNECT VENT 16 LEVEL DRYER 17 Complete Installation Checklist 17 REVERSE DOOR SWING 18 TROUBLESHOOTING 19 INSTALLATION NOTES Date of purchase Date of installation Installer Model number Serial number Para obtener acceso al manual de uso y cuidado en español, o para - Maytag MEDB850WR | Installation Guide - Page 2
DRYER SAFETY 2 - Maytag MEDB850WR | Installation Guide - Page 3
the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here. Parts supplied (all models): Tools needed: Flat-blade screwdriver #2 Phillips screwdriver Leveling legs (4) Parts supplied (steam models): Adjustable wrench that - Maytag MEDB850WR | Installation Guide - Page 4
side of dryer. See "Electrical Requirements." ■■ Floor must support dryer weight of 200 lbs. (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 - Maytag MEDB850WR | Installation Guide - Page 5
Electrical Connection To properly install your dryer, you must determine the type of electrical connection you will be using and follow the instructions provided for it here. Mobile home - Additional installation requirements: This dryer is suitable for mobile home installations. The installation - Maytag MEDB850WR | Installation Guide - Page 6
wires and match a 3-wire receptacle of NEMA Type 10-30R. Install Leveling Legs 1. Prepare dryer for leveling legs If connecting by direct wire: Power supply cable stand the dryer on its feet. Slide the dryer until it is close to its final location. Leave enough room for electrical connection and - Maytag MEDB850WR | Installation Guide - Page 7
cover B EC A D F Electrical Connection Options 1. Choose electrical connection type Power supply cord supply cord or a direct wire connection. Before you start, disconnect power. Remove hold-down screw (D) and fit with the dryer cabinet and be in a horizontal position. Do not further tighten - Maytag MEDB850WR | Installation Guide - Page 8
4-wire Power Supply Cord Connection IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes and where local codes do not permit the use of 3-wire connections. 2. Connect tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw. Now, go to - Maytag MEDB850WR | Installation Guide - Page 9
center screw 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 B Remove center terminal block screw (B). 2. Connect - Maytag MEDB850WR | Installation Guide - Page 10
Wire Connection IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes and where local codes do not permit 3-wire connections. 1. Prepare wire A Direct wire cable must have 5 ft. (1.52 m) of extra length so F dryer may be moved if needed. Strip 5" (127 mm) of outer covering from end of - Maytag MEDB850WR | Installation Guide - 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 MEDB850WR | Installation Guide - 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 MEDB850WR | Installation Guide - Page 13
Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer. Other installations are possible. B C D A E F G B H A. Dryer B. Elbow Kit (to cover unused exhaust holes): Part Number W10186596 - all models ■■ Bottom Exhaust Kit- Part Number 8212503 13 - Maytag MEDB850WR | Installation Guide - Page 14
(For use with dryer vent to wall vent mismatch): Part Number 4396037 - 0" (0 mm) to 18" (460 mm) mismatch P art Number 4396011 - 18" (460 mm) to 29" (737 mm) mismatch Part Number 4396014 - 29" (737 mm) to 50" (1270 mm) mismatch Moblie Home Exhaust installation Determine vent path: ■■ Select - Maytag MEDB850WR | Installation Guide - Page 15
Maytag Vent System Chart Number of 90° elbows Type of vent Box/louvered hoods Angled hoods 90° turn to the charts. INStall VENT SYSTEM 1. Install exhaust hood 12" min. (305 mm) CONNECT INLET HOSES For non-steam models, skip to "Connect Vent" on page 16. The dryer must be connected to the cold - Maytag MEDB850WR | Installation Guide - Page 16
not overtighten. Damage to the coupling can result. 5. Attach long hose to dryer fill valve and tighten coupling Check that the water faucets are turned on. 7. for leaks 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 fill - Maytag MEDB850WR | Installation Guide - Page 17
and/or electrical supply. • Household fuse is intact and tight, or circuit breaker has not tripped. • Dryer door is closed. This dryer automatically runs an installation diagnostic routine at the start of its first cycle. If you receive an L2 code, there may be a problem with you home power - Maytag MEDB850WR | Installation Guide - Page 18
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. 6. Install 4 plastic plugs into screw holes in the - Maytag MEDB850WR | Installation Guide - Page 19
the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. Confirm the power cord is properly installed. Refer to "Electrical Connection" for details. Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and restart the dryer. If the message persists, consult a qualified electrician. ■■ "AF" (low airflow condition): The dryer will - Maytag MEDB850WR | Installation Guide - Page 20
home venting run cleaned. ■■ "E" Variable (E1, E2, E3) service codes: Call for service. DRYER RESULTS Clothes are not drying satisfactorily, drying drying times. See "Installation Instructions". ■■ Is the exhaust vent diameter the correct size? Use 4" (102 mm) diameter vent material. ■■ Is the dryer
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Table of Contents
DRYER SAFETY
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2
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
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3
Tools and Parts
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3
Location Requirements
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4
Electrical Requirements
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Install Leveling Legs
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Electrical Connection
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7
VENTING
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Venting Requirements
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Plan Vent System
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Install Vent System
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CONNECT INLET HOSES
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CONNECT VENT
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LEVEL DRYER
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COMPLETE INSTALLATION CHECKLIST
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REVERSE DOOR SWING
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TROUBLESHOOTING
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INSTALLATION NOTES
Date of purchase:
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Date of installation:
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Installer:
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Model number:
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Serial number:
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