Maytag MEDE301YW Installation Guide
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- Maytag MEDE301YW | Installation Guide - Page 1
ELECTRIC DRYER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Table of Contents DRYER KIT (OPTIONAL 20 STACKING WASHER AND DRYER (OPTIONAL 20 TROUBLESHOOTING 20 Para una version de estas instrucciones en español, visite www.Whirlpool.com INSTALLATION NOTES Date of purchase Date of installation Installer Model - Maytag MEDE301YW | Installation Guide - Page 2
DRYER SAFETY IMPORTANT: When discarding or storing your old clothes dryer, remove the door. 2 - Maytag MEDE301YW | Installation Guide - Page 3
with a pedestal or a stack kit. Utility knife Tape measure Leveling legs (4) "Y" connector (steam models only) Level Pliers Caulking gun and compound (for installing new exhaust vent) Short inlet hose (steam models only) Long inlet hose (steam models only) Rubber washers (steam models only - Maytag MEDE301YW | Installation Guide - Page 4
greater than 1" (25 mm), install Extended Dryer Feet Kit, Part Number 279810. If not level, clothes may not tumble properly and automatic sensor cycles may not operate correctly. ■■For garage installation, place dryer at least 18" (460 mm) above floor. If using a pedestal, you will need 18" (460 mm - Maytag MEDE301YW | Installation Guide - Page 5
under counter installation (dryer only): 5" (127 mm) 3" (76 mm) 24 in.2 (155 cm2) 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) Closet Installation (stacked washer and dryer): 6" (152 mm Service" section in your Use and Care Guide. ■■Special provisions must be made in mobile homes to introduce outside air into dryer - Maytag MEDE301YW | Installation Guide - Page 6
properly install your dryer, you must determine the type of electrical connection you will be using and follow the instructions provided for it 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 power supply cord, - Maytag MEDE301YW | Installation Guide - Page 7
, use a wrench to finish turning legs until diamond marking is no longer visible. Place a carton corner post from dryer packaging under each of the 2 dryer back corners. Stand the dryer up. Slide the dryer on the corner posts until it is close to its final location. Leave enough room to connect the - Maytag MEDE301YW | Installation Guide - Page 8
ELECTRIC INSTALLATION For power supply cord installations: For direct wire installations: Before you start: disconnect power. 1. Choose electrical connection type Power supply cord 4-wire receptacle (NEMA Type 14-30R). Go to Power Supply Cord Connection. Power supply cord 3-wire receptacle (NEMA - Maytag MEDE301YW | Installation Guide - Page 9
. 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. If your outlet looks like this: Power supply cord - Maytag MEDE301YW | Installation Guide - Page 10
neutral wire B C Connect remaining wires under 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. Connect neutral wire (white or center) (C) of power supply - Maytag MEDE301YW | Installation Guide - Page 11
. 1. Prepare your 4-wire cable for direct connection 31 (89 ⁄2" mm) (251"mm) (127 5" mm) 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 MEDE301YW | Installation Guide - Page 12
block (B). Squeeze hooked ends together and tighten screw. 4. Connect ground wire (893m½m" ) Direct wire cable must have 5 ft. (1.52 m) of extra length so dryer may be moved if needed. Strip 31/2" (89 mm) of outer covering from end of cable. Strip insulation back 1" (25 mm). If using 3-wire cable - Maytag MEDE301YW | Installation Guide - Page 13
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. Optional External Ground for 3-Wire Connection (Power Supply Cord - Maytag MEDE301YW | Installation Guide - Page 14
extended and supported in final dryer location. ■■ Remove excess to avoid sagging and kinking that may result in reduced airflow and poor performance. ■■ flexible metal vents. Review Vent System Chart and if necessary, modify existing vent system to achieve best drying performance. Clamps: ■■ Use - Maytag MEDE301YW | Installation Guide - Page 15
B A F G Alternate exhaust installations (for close clearance): C D E A. Dryer B Elbow C. Wall D. Exhaust hood E. Clamps B H F. Rigid metal or beneath the mobile home. Terminate exhaust vent outside. If you prefer, dryer may be converted to exhaust out right side, left side, or through bottom. - Maytag MEDE301YW | Installation Guide - Page 16
vent runs longer than those specified in Vent system chart. Exhaust systems longer than those specified will: ■■Shorten life of dryer. ■■Reduce performance, resulting in longer drying times and increased energy usage. The Vent System Chart provides venting requirements that will help achieve best - Maytag MEDE301YW | Installation Guide - Page 17
CONNECT INLET HOSE (Steam models only) For non-steam models, proceed to "Connect Vent". The dryer must be connected to the a 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 until it - Maytag MEDE301YW | Installation Guide - Page 18
VENT 1. Connect vent to exhaust outlet Remove protective cap from water inlet valve. 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 valve connector. Using pliers, tighten the couplings an additional two-thirds turn - Maytag MEDE301YW | Installation Guide - Page 19
of the water system, which will reduce product performance. Excessive scale buildup may lead to the need for certain part replacement or repair. All Models: q Select a Time Dry heated cycle, and start dryer. Do not select Air Only Temperature setting. If dryer will not start, check the following - Maytag MEDE301YW | Installation Guide - Page 20
in your Use and Care Guide. STACKING WASHER AND DRYER (OPTIONAL) If you prefer to stack your washer and dryer: A stack kit, Part Number 8572546, is available to order. For further information, see "Assistance or Service" section in your "Use and Care Guide". TROUBLESHOOTING See your "Use and Care
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W10385103B
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Table of Contents
DRYER SAFETY
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
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Tools and Parts
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LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
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INSTALL LEVELING LEGS
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ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
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Power Supply Cord Connection
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Direct Wire Connection
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VENTING
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Venting Requirements
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Plan Vent System
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Venting Kits
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Install Vent System
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CONNECT INLET HOSE
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CONNECT VENT
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LEVEL DRYER
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COMPLETE INSTALLATION CHECKLIST
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DOOR REVERSAL KIT (OPTIONAL)
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STACKING WASHER AND DRYER (OPTIONAL)
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TROUBLESHOOTING
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ELECTRIC DRYER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
INSTALLATION NOTES
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Para una version de estas instrucciones en español, visite www.Whirlpool.com