Maytag MED5800TW Technical Education - Page 32

COMPLETE INSTALLATION 1. Check that all parts are now installed. If there is an extra part, go back through the steps to see which step was skipped. 2. Check that you have all of your tools. 3. Dispose of/recycle all packaging materials. 4. Check the dryer's final location. Be sure the vent is not crushed or kinked. 5. Check that the dryer is level. See "Level Dryer," page 2-22. • Controls are set in a running or "On" position. • Start button has been pushed firmly. • Dryer is plugged into a grounded outlet and/or electrical supply is on. • Household fuse is intact and tight, or circuit breaker has not tripped. • Dryer door is closed. 11. Gas Dryers Only: Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and start the dryer. Do not select the Air Only Temperature setting. WARNING If the dryer will not start, check the following: • Dryer is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. • Electrical supply is connected. • Household fuse is intact and tight, or circuit breaker has not tripped. Electrical Shock Hazard • Dryer door is closed. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. 12. Electric Dryers Only: When the dryer Do not remove ground prong. has been running for 5 minutes, open the Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. dryer door and feel for heat. If you feel heat, cancel cycle and close the door. If you do not feel heat, turn off the dryer and check the following: • There may be 2 household fuses or cir- 6. In the U.S.A. • For power supply cord installation, plug into a grounded outlet. For direct wire installation, turn on power. cuit breakers for the dryer. Check that both fuses are intact and tight, or that both circuit breakers have not tripped. If there is still no heat, contact a qualified technician. In Canada: NOTE: You may notice an odor when the dry- • Plug into a grounded 4 prong outlet. er is first heated. This odor is common when Turn on power. the heating element is first used. The odor will 7. Remove any protective film on the con- go away. sole or any tape remaining on the dryer. 13. Gas Dryers Only: When the dryer has 8. Read "Dryer Use," page 3-3. been running for 5 minutes, open the dry- 9. Wipe the dryer drum interior thoroughly with a damp cloth to remove any dust. 10. Electric Dryers Only: Set the dryer on a full heat cycle (not an air cycle) for 20 minutes and start the dryer. If the dryer will not start, check the following: er door and feel for heat. If you feel heat, cancel cycle and close door. If you do not feel heat, turn off the dryer and check that the gas supply line shutoff valve is open. • If the gas supply line shutoff valve is closed, open it, then repeat the 5-minute test as outlined above. • If the gas supply line shutoff valve is open, contact a qualified technician. 2-24