Maytag_Dryer_YMED5100DC_manual

Use & Care Guide

Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien

ELECTRONIC DRYER

SÉCHEUSE ÉLECTRONIQUE

W10804690A

W10804691A - SP

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DRYER SAFETY .......................................................................................2

ACCESSORIES .......................................................................................4

CHECK YOUR VENT SYSTEM FOR GOOD AIR FLOW ............5

CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES .................................................6

CYCLE GUIDE..........................................................................................8

USING YOUR DRYER ........................................................................ 10

ADDITIONAL FEATURES .................................................................. 12

DRYER CARE ........................................................................................ 13

TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................................ 15

WARRANTY ........................................................................................... 18

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ............................................. Back Cover

TABLE DE MATIÈRES

SÉCURITÉ DE LA SÉCHEUSE ........................................................ 19

ACCESSOIRES .................................................................................... 21

VÉRIFICATION D’UNE CIRCULATION D’AIR ADÉQUATE

POUR LE SYSTÈME D’ÉVACUATION ............................................ 22

TABLEAU DE COMMANDE ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES ............ 23

GUIDE DE PROGRAMMES ............................................................. 25

UTILISATION DE LA SÉCHEUSE .................................................... 27

CARACTÉRISTIQUES SUPPLÉMENTAIRES............................... 29

ENTRETIEN DE LA SÉCHEUSE ...................................................... 30

DÉPANNAGE ......................................................................................... 32

GARANTIE .............................................................................................. 36

ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE .................................Couverture arrière

DRYER SAFETY

IMPORTANT: When discarding or storing your old clothes dryer, remove the door.

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ACCESSORIES

Customize your new washer and dryer with the following genuine Maytag accessories. For more information on options and ordering, contact your dealer, call us at 1-800-901-2042, or visit: www.maytag.com/accessories.

In Canada, call 1-800-807-6777, or visit: www.maytag.ca

15" Pedestal

Color-matched pedestals raise the washer and dryer to a more comfortable working height.

The large drawer provides convenient storage.

Stack Kit

If space is at a premium, the stack kit allows the dryer to be installed on top of the washer.

Drying Rack

The Drying Rack provides a stationary drying surface for items such as sweaters and tennis shoes.

See the “Additional Features” section for more information.

CHECK YOUR VENT SYSTEM FOR GOOD AIR FLOW

Maintain good air flow by:

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Cleaning your lint screen before each load.

Replace plastic or foil vent material with 4" (102 mm) diameter heavy, rigid vent material. n n

Use the shortest length of vent possible.

Use no more than four 90° elbows in a vent system.

Each bend and curve reduces air flow.

Good

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Good airflow

Along with heat, dryers require good air flow to efficiently dry laundry. Proper venting will reduce your drying times and improve your energy savings. See Installation Instructions.

The venting system attached to the dryer plays a big role in good air flow.

Service calls caused by improper venting are not covered by the warranty and will be paid by the customer, regardless of who installed the dryer.

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Remove lint and debris from the exhaust hood.

Remove lint from the entire length of the vent system at least every 2 years. When cleaning is complete, be sure to follow the Installation Instructions supplied with your dryer for final product check.

Clear away items from the front of the dryer.

Use Sensor cycles for better fabric care and energy savings

Use the Sensor Cycles to provide the most energy savings and enhanced fabric care from the dryer. During Sensor Cycles, drying air temperature and moisture level are sensed in the load. This sensing occurs throughout the drying cycle and the dryer shuts off when the load reaches the selected dryness. Use the NORMAL dryness level to provide optimal energy savings.

With Timed Dry, the dryer runs the amount of time set and sometimes results in shrinkage, wrinkling, and static due to over-drying.

Use Timed Dry for the occasional damp load that needs a little more drying time or when using the drying rack.

Tips for getting the best performance from your steam dryer

(on some models)

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Results may vary depending on fabric. 100% cotton garments with wrinkle-free finish may yield better results than those without. 100% cotton items may require additional touching up after cycles that use steam.

Use of fabric softener sheet is not recommended with cycles that use steam. It may cause temporary staining on clothes. n n

Cycles that use steam are not recommended for items that have been starched. Wash any starched or new garments prior to using cycles that use steam.

The Refresh Cycle is best for smoothing out wrinkles and reducing odors from loads consisting of dry items of wrinkle-free cotton, cotton-polyester blend, common knits, and synthetics.

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CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES

Not all features and cycles are available on all models.

NOTE: The control panel features a sensitive surface that responds to a light touch of your finger. To ensure your selections are registered, touch the control panel with your finger tip, not your fingernail. When selecting a setting or option, simply touch its name.

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POWER/CANCEL

Touch to turn the dryer on and off. Touch to stop/cancel a cycle at any time.

CYCLE CONTROL KNOB

Turn the knob to select a cycle for your laundry load. Sensor

Cycles are Power Dry, Normal, Delicates, Sanitize (on some models), Bedding (on some models), and Wrinkle Control

(on some models). Timed Cycles are Timed Dry and Rapid

Dry. The Steam Cycle (on some models) is Refresh. See

“Cycle Guide” for detailed descriptions of cycles.

START/PAUSE

Touch and hold until the LED comes on to start a cycle, or touch once while a cycle is in process to pause it.

LED DISPLAY AND SETTINGS

When you select a cycle, its settings will light up and the

Estimated Cycle Time (for Sensor Cycles) or actual time remaining (for Timed Cycles) will be displayed. On 2-digit displays, for times longer than 99 minutes, hours will be displayed followed by minutes.

See “Cycle Guide” for available settings on each cycle.

Not all settings are available with all cycles.

–/+ (Timed Dry Adjust)

Touch “+” or “–” with Timed Cycles to increase or decrease the length of a Timed Dry or Rapid

Dry cycle.

Temperature

When using Timed Cycles or Refresh, you may select a dry temperature based on the type of load you are drying. Use the warmest setting safe for the garments in the load. Follow garment label instructions.

NOTE: Sensor Cycles use a preset temperature that is not adjustable.

Dryness Level

When using Sensor Cycles (except for the Sanitize cycle), you may select a Dryness Level based on the type of load you are drying.

NOTE: Dryness Level is for use with Sensor Cycles only.

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Wrinkle Prevent

If you will be unable to remove a load immediately, touch

Wrinkle Prevent to add up to 140 minutes of periodic tumbling to help reduce wrinkling. On some cycles, you may select the “With Steam” setting to add a short steam cycle after 60 minutes to help smooth out wrinkles.

Energy Saver

Touch to activate the Energy Saver option, which allows you to increase your energy savings by using a slightly lower heat level. Energy Saver will increase drying times by approximately 40 minutes; the LED Display will reflect this time.

Energy Saver is only available for Normal. For optimal energy, turn on the Energy Saver option. For optimal time, turn off the Energy Saver option.

NOTE: Energy savings may vary across loads.

OPTIONS

Use to select available options for your dryer. Not all cycles and options are available on all models.

My Cycle

If you have a favorite cycle with custom settings that you use frequently, you can use the My Cycle feature to keep your preferred settings ready to use. To save the cycle press and hold MY CYCLE (approximately 3 seconds) until a beep sounds and the letters “SET” are displayed on your machine. When selecting My Cycle refer to the LCD display for additional options and settings.

Drum Light

Touch to turn the LED drum light on or off. The light will also turn on when the door is open, and turn off automatically after about 5 minutes.

Reduce Static

Touch to add the Reduce Static option to selected

Sensor cycles (see “Cycle Guide”). The dryer will automatically tumble, pause, and introduce a small amount of moisture into the load to help reduce static. This option adds approximately 8 minutes to the total cycle time.

Steam Boost

Steam Boost adds steam to the end of the Heavy Duty, Bedding, or Normal cycle to help smooth wrinkles. Steam Boost can be used with High or Medium heat settings. This option adds approximately 15 minutes to the total cycle time.

Cycle Signal

Use this to turn the signal indicating the end of a drying cycle on or off.

NOTE: You may also turn off the tones that sound when a feature, setting, or option is touched. Touch and hold Cycle

Signal for about one second to turn sounds on or off.

Control Lock

Use to lock the controls of the dryer and avoid an accidental change in cycle options or preferences during a drying cycle.

Touch and hold CONTROL LOCK for 3 seconds to lock or unlock the controls of the dryer. During this time, the LED

Display will count down 3-2-1. Once the controls are locked, the LED Display will display “Lc” or “Loc.”

NOTE: The Control Lock function may be enabled when recovering from a power failure. To unlock the control, touch and hold CONTROL LOCK for at least 3 seconds.

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CYCLE STATUS INDICATORS

Appearance may vary.

The Cycle Status Indicators show the progress of a cycle. Not all indicators are available on all models.

Sensing

The Sensing indicator will light during Sensor Cycles to indicate that the moisture sensor on the dryer is operating. This indicator will not light during Timed Cycles or options such as

Wrinkle Prevent.

Check Vent

This indicator will show the status of airflow through the dryer and the dryer vent system for the dryer’s life. During the sensing phase at the beginning of the cycle, the Check Vent light will come on if a blocked vent or low airflow issue is detected. This light will stay on for the entire cycle. The light will be cleared when selecting a new cycle, touching POWER, or opening the door after the cycle has completed. This feature is available during Sensor and Steam cycles only. For more information on maintaining good airflow, see “Check Your Vent System for

Good Airflow”.

NOTE: If there are other error issues during a cycle, the Check

Vent indicator will not light up. See “Troubleshooting” section.

Good Airflow

This indicator will light if there is no major vent blockage.

Steaming

This indicator will light when a steam function is active.

NOTE: Steam is not available on all cycles.

Done

This will indicate that the selected cycle has ended and the load may be removed from the dryer. If Wrinkle Prevent has been selected, the dryer may continue to tumble the load, even if the Done indicator is lit.

Check Lint Screen

The Check Lint Screen indicator will light when the drying cycle is complete as a reminder to clean the lint screen.

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CYCLE GUIDE — SENSOR CYCLES

Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that cycle.

If settings are changed, the new settings will be remembered. If there is a power failure, settings will return to the default.


Not all settings and options are available on each cycle.

Use Sensor Cycles for better fabric care and energy savings

The dryer senses moisture in the load or air temperature and shuts off when the load reaches the selected dryness level.

Use the NORMAL dryness level to provide optimal energy savings.

Items to dry:

Heavyweight items such as towels or heavy work clothes

Work clothes, casual wear, mixed cottons, sheets, corduroys

Cycle:

Drying

Temperature:

Dryness

Level:

Default

Time:

Available

Options:

Cycle Details:

Power Dry

High

Normal

Less

Wrinkle Prevent

Reduce Static*

Steam Boost*

† Offers stepped drying starting with High heat followed by Medium heat for enhanced fabric care and energy savings.

Normal Medium More 78 Wrinkle Prevent

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Normal Reduce Static*

Less Steam Boost* Normal is the preferred energy cycle

Uses Medium heat to dry large

loads of mixed fabrics and items.

Shirts, blouses, permanent press, synthetics, lightweight items blouses, lingerie, performance wear

Large loads of heavyweight items

Jackets, comforters, pillows

Wrinkle Control Low More

Normal

Less

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Reduce Static*

More 28

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Normal

Less

Reduce Static*

Uses a stepped drying temperature from Medium to Low for improved moisture removal and enhanced fabric care.

Uses Extra Low heat to gently dry delicate items.

Sanitize High More 1:10 or

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Wrinkle Prevent

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Bedding Medium More 55

Normal

Less

Steam Boost*

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This is a long cycle with high heat, which has been proven to reduce household bacteria. This cycle is not recommended for all fabrics.

Use for large loads of heavyweight fabrics.

Use for drying large, bulky items; do not overfill dryer drum. Partway through the cycle, the signal will sound for 2 minutes to indicate when it is time to rearrange items for optimal drying.

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On steam models, you may select the “With Steam” setting to add a short steam cycle after 60 minutes. This is available only with High and Medium Drying

Temperature settings.

* On steam models only.

Load Size Recommendations

For best results, follow the wet load size recommendations noted for each cycle.

Small load: Fill the dryer drum with 3–4 items, not more than

1/4 full.

Medium load: Fill the dryer drum up to about 1/2 full.

Large load: Fill the dryer drum up to about 3/4 full.

Do not tightly pack. Items need to tumble freely.

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CYCLE GUIDE — TIMED CYCLES


If settings are changed, the new settings will be remembered (except on Rapid Dry). If there is a power failure, settings will return to the default.



Adjusting drying time on Timed Cycles

When you select a Timed

Cycle, the time appears in the display. Use + and – to increase or decrease the time in 1-minute increments. Touch and hold to change the time in 5-minute increments.

The maximum dry time is 100 minutes.

Selecting the Drying Temperature

A High heat setting may be used for drying heavyweight items such as towels and work clothes.

A Low to Medium heat setting may be used for drying medium-weight items such as sheets, blouses, dresses, underwear, permanent press fabrics, and some knits.

Use a no heat (air only) setting for foam, rubber, plastic, or heat-sensitive fabrics.

Line dry bonded or laminated fabrics.

NOTE: If you have questions about drying temperatures for various loads, refer to the care label directions.

Items to dry:

Any load

NOTE: Select Air

Only to dry foam, rubber, plastic, or heat-sensitive fabrics.

Small loads and sportswear

Small loads and sportswear

Cycle:

Drying

Temperature:

Default

Time:

Available

Options:

Timed Dry High 40

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Medium

Low

Extra Low

Air Only

Rapid Dry High 26

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Medium

Low

Extra Low

Air Only

Air Only Wrinkle Prevent †

Cycle Details:

Use to dry items to a damp level for items that do not require an entire drying cycle. Select a drying temperature based on the type of fabrics in your load. If you are unsure of the temperature to select for a load, select the lower setting rather than the higher setting.

For small loads of 3–4 items.

For small loads of 3–4 items.

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CYCLE GUIDE — STEAM CYCLE (on some models)



Steam cycles are designed for use with dry loads to loosen wrinkles, reduce odors, and refresh fabrics.

Items to refresh:

Shirts, blouses, and slacks

Cycle:

Steam Refresh

Drying

Temperature:

Default

Time:

Available

Options:

Medium 22

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Reduce Static*

Cycle Details:

Use to reduce light wrinkles from loads left in the dryer too long. Do not add dryer sheets.

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* On steam models only.

Load Size Recommendations

For best results, follow the load size recommendations noted for each cycle.

Small load: Fill the dryer drum with 3–4 items, not more than

1/4 full.

Medium load: Fill the dryer drum up to about 1/2 full.

Large load: Fill the dryer drum up to about 3/4 full.

Do not overload. Items need to tumble freely.

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USING YOUR DRYER

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.

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Clean the lint screen

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Touch POWER/CANCEL

Clean the lint screen before each load. Pull the lint screen straight up. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers. Do not rinse or wash screen to remove lint. Wet lint is hard to remove. Push the lint screen firmly back into place.

For additional cleaning information, see “Dryer Care.”

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Load the dryer

Touch POWER/CANCEL to turn on the dryer.

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Select the desired cycle


Select the desired cycle for your load. See the “Cycle Guide” for more information about each cycle. Not all cycles are on all models.


Open the door by pulling on the handle. Place laundry in the dryer.

Add a dryer sheet to wet load if desired. Close the door.

IMPORTANT: Do not tightly pack the dryer. Items need to tumble freely. Tightly packing can lead to poor drying performance and may increase wrinkling and tangling.

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Adjust cycle settings, if desired

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Touch and hold START/PAUSE to begin cycle


You may adjust different settings, depending on whether you have selected a Sensor Cycle, Timed Cycle, or Steam Cycle (on some models). See the “Cycle Guide” for detailed information.

NOTE: Not all options and settings are available with all cycles.

Not all cycles are on all models.

Sensor Cycles:

You can select a different dryness level, depending on your load.

Touch DRYNESS LEVEL to scroll to More, Normal, or Less.

Selecting More, Normal, or Less automatically adjusts the dryness level at which the dryer will shut off. Once a dryness level is set, it cannot be changed without stopping the cycle.

Sensor cycles give the best drying in the shortest time. Drying time varies based on fabric type, load size, and dryness setting. Drying time is estimated and may change throughout the cycle. Drying time can not be changed on Sensor Cycles.

NOTE: Sensor Cycles use a preset temperature that is not adjustable.

Timed Cycles:

When you select a Timed

Cycle, the time appears in the display. Touch + and – to increase or decrease the time in 1-minute increments. Touch and hold to change the time in

5-minute increments.

The temperature may be changed by touching Temperature until the desired dry temperature is lit. Once a cycle has started, the temperature can be changed after first pausing the cycle.

Steam Cycles (on some models):

Select Steam Refresh to reduce odors and light wrinkles in dry loads.

Do not add dryer sheets. Cycle time is estimated and may change throughout the cycle. Cycle time cannot be changed on

Steam Cycles.

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Select any additional options

Touch and hold START/PAUSE to begin the cycle.

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Remove garments promptly after cycle is finished


Promptly remove garments after cycle has completed to reduce wrinkling.

Changing the Sensor Cycle settings to increase drying time

If all your loads on all Sensor Cycles are consistently not as dry as you would like, you may change the default settings to increase the default dryness level.

Your sensor drying settings can be adjusted to adapt to different installations, environmental conditions, or personal preference. This change is retained and will affect all of your

Sensor cycles, not just the current cycle/load. There are

5 drying settings, which are displayed using the time display:

01 Factory preset dryness level.

02 Slightly drier clothes, 15% more drying time.

03 Much drier clothes, 30% more drying time.

04 Slightly wetter clothes, 15% less drying time.

05 Much wetter clothes, 30% less drying time.

To change the drying settings:

NOTE: The settings cannot be changed while the dryer is running or paused. The dryer must be in standby mode

(power is off) to adjust the default settings.

1. Before starting a cycle, touch and hold DRYNESS LEVEL for 6 seconds.

2. Touch DRYNESS LEVEL to select the dryness level shown in the time display: 01, 02, 03, 04 or 05.

3. Touch START/PAUSE to save the new dryness level setting.

The display will show the settings for the selected cycle. To adjust a setting, touch its name – Reduce Static, or Steam Boost.

NOTE: Not all options and settings are available with all cycles.

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ADDITIONAL FEATURES

USING THE DRYING RACK

To purchase a drying rack for your dryer, order by calling

1-877-944-7566. You will need your model and serial number and the purchase date. Remove and discard any packing material before use.

Use the Drying Rack for items that you do not want to tumble dry, such as sweaters and tennis shoes. When you use the drying rack, the drum continues to turn, but the rack remains stationary.

The drying rack is intended for use with the Timed Dry cycle only. The drying rack cannot be used with Sensor cycles.

To use the drying rack:

IMPORTANT: Do not remove the lint screen.

1. Open dryer door.

DRYER CARE

CLEANING THE DRYER LOCATION

Keep dryer area clear and free from items that would block the air flow for proper dryer operation. This includes clearing piles of laundry in front of the dryer.

2. Align the two hooks on the front of the drying rack with the holes in the dryer door opening and press down fully into holes. Rest the rear support on the dryer back ledge.

3. Place wet items on top of the drying rack. Allow space around items for air to circulate. The drying rack does not move, but the drum will rotate; be sure to leave adequate clearance between items and the inside of the dryer drum.

Make sure items do not hang over the edges or between drying rack grille.

4. Close the door.

5. Select a Timed Dry/Air Only/Air Dry, or Low Temperature cycle. Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be dried on a clothesline or by using the Air Only setting or Air Dry cycle, depending on model.

6. When the cycle is selected, the Estimated Time Remaining display shows the default time. You can change the actual time in the cycle by increasing or decreasing the cycle time.

7. Start the dryer.

NOTE: Check the lint screen and remove any lint accumulated from items dried on the drying rack after the cycle is finished.

CLEANING THE DRYER INTERIOR

To clean dryer drum

1. Use a mild hand dish detergent mixed at a low concentration with very warm water, and rub with a soft cloth.

2. Rinse well with a wet sponge or towel.

3. Tumble a load of clean clothes or towels to dry drum

OR

Use a microfiber cloth and hot water in a spray bottle to clean the drum and a second microfiber towel to dry.

NOTE: Garments that contain unstable dyes, such as denim blue jeans or brightly colored cotton items, may discolor the rear of the dryer interior. These stains are not harmful to your dryer and will not stain future loads of clothes. Dry unstable dye items inside out to avoid transfer of dye.

REMOVING ACCUMULATED LINT

From Inside the Dryer Cabinet

Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending on dryer usage. Cleaning should be done by a qualified appliance servicer.

From the Exhaust Vent

Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending on dryer usage.

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DRYER CARE

CLEANING THE LINT SCREEN

Every load cleaning

The lint screen is located in the door opening of the dryer.

The control panel has an indicator light to remind you to clean the lint screen after each load. When the light is flashing, clean the lint screen. A screen blocked by lint can increase drying time.

To clean:

1. Pull the lint screen straight up. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers. Do not rinse or wash screen to remove lint.

Wet lint is hard to remove.

AS NEEDED CLEANING

Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can build up on the lint screen. This buildup can cause longer drying times for your clothes, or cause the dryer to stop before your load is completely dry. The screen is probably clogged if lint falls off while the screen is in the dryer.

Clean the lint screen with a nylon brush every 6 months, or more frequently, if it becomes clogged due to a residue buildup.

To wash:

1. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers.

2. Wet both sides of lint screen with hot water.

3. Wet a nylon brush with hot water and liquid detergent.

Scrub lint screen with the brush to remove residue buildup.

2. Push the lint screen firmly back into place.

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Do not run the dryer with the lint screen loose, damaged, blocked, or missing. Doing so can cause overheating and damage to both the dryer and fabrics.

If lint falls off the screen into the dryer during removal, check the exhaust hood and remove the lint. See “Venting

Requirements” in the Installation Instructions.

4. Rinse screen with hot water.

5. Thoroughly dry lint screen with a clean towel.

Reinstall screen in dryer.

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DRYER CARE

NON-USE, STORAGE, AND MOVING CARE

Install and store your dryer where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in the hose, freezing can damage your dryer. If storing or moving your dryer during freezing weather, winterize it.

Non-Use or Storage Care

Operate your dryer only when you are at home. If you will be on vacation or not using your dryer for an extended period of time, you should:

1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.

2. Clean lint screen. See “Cleaning the Lint Screen.”

3. Turn off the water supply to the dryer. This helps to avoid unintended flooding (due to a water pressure surge) while you are away.

Moving Care

For power supply cord-connected dryers:

1. Unplug the power supply cord.

2. Gas models only: Close shut-off valve in gas supply line.

3. Gas models only: Disconnect gas supply line pipe and remove fittings attached to dryer pipe.

4. Gas models only: Cap the open gas supply line.

5. Steam models only: Shut off water faucet.

6. Disconnect the water inlet hose from faucet, then drain the hose. Transport hose separately.

7. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.

8. Use tape to secure dryer door.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

FOR STEAM MODELS

Water Inlet Hose

Replace inlet hose and hose screen after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of hose failure. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hose if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found.

When replacing your inlet hose, record the date of replacement.

To Winterize the Dryer

1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.

2. Shut off water faucet.

3. Disconnect water inlet hose from faucet and drain.

To Use the Dryer Again

1. Flush water pipes. Reconnect water inlet hose to faucet.

Turn on water faucet.

2. Plug in dryer or reconnect power as described in the

Installation Instructions.

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For direct-wired dryers:

1. Disconnect power.

2. Disconnect wiring.

3. Steam models only: Shut off water faucet.

4. Steam models only: Disconnect the water inlet hose from faucet; then drain the hose. Transport hose separately.

5. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.

6. Use tape to secure dryer door.

Reinstalling the Dryer

Follow the Installation Instructions to locate, level, and connect the dryer.

TROUBLESHOOTING

If you experience

Dryer Operation

Dryer will not run

First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/product_help –

In Canada www.maytag.ca for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call.

Possible Causes Solution

Door not closed completely.

START/PAUSE not touched firmly or held long enough.

Household fuse is blown or circuit breaker has tripped.

Incorrect power supply.

Make sure the dryer door is closed completely.

Touch and hold START/PAUSE 2–5 seconds.

There may be 2 household fuses or circuit breakers for the dryer.

Check that both fuses are intact and tight, or that both circuit breakers have not tripped. Replace the fuses or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician.

Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. Check with a qualified electrician.

Dryer will not heat

Wrong type of fuse.

Household fuse is blown or circuit breaker has tripped.

Incorrect power supply.

Supply line valve not open.

Use a time-delay fuse.

The drum may be turning, but you may not have heat. Electric dryers use 2 household fuses or circuit breakers. Replace the fuses or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician.

Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. Check with a qualified electrician.

For gas dryers, make sure that the valve on the gas supply line is open.

Unusual Noise

Humming or whining noise with Steam cycle selected

(on some models)

Water pump or water inlet valve

(depending on model) on dryer is running.

The water pump or water inlet valve on the dryer is used during the

Steam function. If the dryer has just been installed or unused for an extended period, the pump or valve may be louder and run longer.

This is normal.

NOTE: The valve may make this noise even with no water line connected.

Thumping noise Dryer hasn’t been used in a while.

Rattling or vibrating noise

Clicking noise

Loud humming or increased noise during cycle

A small object caught between the edges of dryer drum.

Dryer isn’t properly leveled.

Clothing is balled up in dryer.

Gas valve operating.

Load is packed tightly or exhaust vent is blocked.

This is due to temporary flat spots on the drum rollers.

The thumping sound will diminish after a few minutes.

Check the front and rear edges of the drum for small objects. Clean out pockets before laundering.

The dryer may vibrate if not properly installed. See the Installation

Instructions. All four dryer feet should be in firm contact with the floor.

When balled up, the load will bounce, causing the dryer to vibrate.

Separate the load items and restart the dryer.

On gas dryers, you may hear the gas valve clicking as it opens and closes. This is normal.

Reduce load size to recommended load size in “Cycle Guide.”

Run the dryer for 5–10 minutes. Hold your hand under the outside exhaust hood to check air movement. If you do not feel air movement or air movement is minimal, clean exhaust system of lint or replace exhaust vent with heavy metal or flexible metal vent.

See the Installation Instructions.

Dryer Results

Clothes are not drying satisfactorily or drying times are too long

Energy Saver option is on.

Lint screen is clogged with lint.

The exhaust vent or outside exhaust hood is clogged with lint, restricting air movement.

For optimal drying times, turn off Energy Saver. For optimal energy, turn on Energy Saver.

Clean lint screen before each load.

Run the dryer for 5–10 minutes. Hold your hand under the outside exhaust hood to check air movement. If you do not feel air movement or air movement is minimal, clean exhaust system of lint or replace exhaust vent with heavy metal or flexible metal vent.

See the Installation Instructions.

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If you experience

Possible Causes

Solution

Dryer Results (cont.)

Clothes are not drying satisfactorily or drying times are too long (cont.)

The exhaust vent is not the correct length.

Check that the exhaust vent is not too long or has too many turns. Long venting will increase drying times. See the Installation

Instructions.

The exhaust vent diameter is not the correct size.

The dryer is not level.

Use 4" (102 mm) diameter vent material.

The Air Only temperature setting or

Air Dry cycle (depending on model) has been selected.

Clothes not contacting the moisture sensors during Sensor cycles.

See “Level Dryer” in the Installation Instructions.

Select the correct temperature for the types of garments being dried. See “Cycle Guide.”

The load is too large and heavy to dry quickly.

Fabric softener sheets are blocking the grille.

Separate the load to tumble freely.

Cycle time is too short

Lint on load

The dryer is located in a room with temperature below 45ºF (7ºC).

The dryer is located in a closet.

The load may not be contacting the sensor strips on Sensor Cycles.

Steam models only: Clothes are coming out of the Refresh cycle with damp or wet spots.

The Sensor Cycle is ending early.

The air outlet grille is just inside the door, behind the lint screen.

Check that it is not blocked by a fabric softener sheet.

Use only one fabric softener sheet, and use it only once.

Proper operation of dryer cycles requires temperatures above

45ºF (7ºC).

Closet doors must have ventilation openings at the top and bottom of the door. The front of the dryer requires a minimum of 1" (25 mm) of airspace, and, for most installations, the rear of the dryer requires 5" (127 mm). See the Installation Instructions.

Level the dryer. See the Installation Instructions. All four dryer feet should be in firm contact with the floor.

Under certain environmental or installation conditions, you may experience underdrying. Select the Timed Dry cycle, medium drying temperature, for 5 to 10 minutes.

Change the dryness level setting on Sensor Cycles. Increasing or decreasing the dryness level will change the amount of drying time in a cycle. If loads are consistently ending too early, see also

“Changing the Sensor Cycle settings to increase drying time.”

Clean lint screen before each load.

Stains on load

Lint screen is clogged with lint.

Improper use of fabric softener.

Stains on drum

Loads are wrinkled

Loose dyes in clothes.

The load was not removed from dryer at the end of the cycle.

The dryer was tightly packed.

Steam models only: For steam cycles, the water is not properly connected with the dryer.

Add dryer fabric softener sheets at the beginning of the cycle.

Fabric softener sheets added to a partially dried load can stain your garments. Do not use fabric softener sheets with steam cycles.

Drum stains are caused by dyes in clothing (usually blue jeans).

These will not transfer to other clothing.

Steam models only: Select Refresh Cycle to tumble the load with water and heat. This cycle is best for reducing wrinkles from loads left in the dryer too long.

NOTE: Refer to garment care label instructions. Dry-clean-only garments are not recommended.

Dry smaller loads that can tumble freely.

Make sure water is connected to the dryer. Check that water inlet hose is connected to both the faucet and dryer’s water inlet valve. Check that the water supply is turned on.

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If you experience

Possible Causes Solution

Dryer Results (cont.)

Odors

Load too hot

Recent painting, staining, or varnishing in the area where your dryer is located.

Steam models only: For steam cycles, the water is not properly connected with the dryer.

Odors are left in garments after wearing.

Load removed before cooldown portion of cycle complete.

Using Timed Dry cycle with a high temperature setting.

Ventilate the area. When the odors or fumes are gone from the area, rewash and dry the clothing.

Make sure water is connected to the dryer. Check that water inlet hose is connected to both the faucet and dryer’s water inlet valve.

Check that the water supply is turned on.

Steam models only: To remove odors left in garments after wearing, select Refresh. The Refresh cycle is best for reducing wrinkles from loads left in the dryer too long.

Allow the dryer to complete the cooldown portion of the cycle before removing the load.

Select a Sensor cycle with a lower heat setting to avoid overdrying the load.

Dryer Displaying Code Message or Cycle Status Indicator Lights Up

“PF” (power failure) The drying cycle has been interrupted by a power failure.

“L” or “L2” Diagnostic Code

(low or no line voltage condition)

There may be a problem with your home power supply, keeping the dryer’s heater from turning on.

Touch and hold START/PAUSE to restart the dryer. NOTE: The

Control Lock function may be enabled when recovering from a power failure. To unlock the control, touch and hold CONTROL

LOCK for at least 3 seconds.

The dryer will continue to run when this diagnostic code is present.

Touch any setting or option name to clear the code from the display and return to the estimated time remaining.

Try the following:

Check to see if a household fuse has blown or circuit breaker has tripped. Electric dryers use two household fuses or breakers.

Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.

Confirm that the power cord is properly installed. Refer to the Installation Instructions for details.

Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and restart the dryer.

If the message persists, consult a qualified electrician.

Check Vent indicator is lit.

The lint screen or vent is clogged; the vent is crushed or kinked or has too many turns.

“F# E#” (F1 E1, F3 E1, etc.) variable service codes

The dryer is in need of service.

“Loc” or “Lc”

The Control Lock is enabled.

The dryer will continue to run when this diagnostic code is present.

Touch any setting or option name to clear the code from the display and return to the estimated time remaining.

Try the following:

• Clean lint screen.

• Check to see if the vent run from the dryer to the wall is crushed or kinked.

• Confirm that the vent run from the dryer to the wall is free of lint and debris.

• Confirm that the exterior vent exhaust hood is free of lint and debris.

• Confirm that your vent system falls within the recommended run length and number of elbows for the type of vent you are using. Refer to “Plan Vent System” in the Installaton Instructions for details.

• Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and restart the dryer.

• If the message persists, have your entire home venting run cleaned.

If a code beginning with an “F” appears in the display, alternating between F# and E#, the dryer control has detected a problem that requires service. Call for service.

Touch and hold CONTROL LOCK for 3 seconds to unlock the controls of the dryer. During this time the LED Display will count down 3-2-1. When the Control Lock is disabled, the LED Display will clear.

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MAYTAG

®

LAUNDRY

LIMITED WARRANTY

ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE. PROOF OF PURCHASE IS

REQUIRED TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE.

Please have the following information available when you call the

Customer eXperience Center: n

Name, address, and telephone number n

Model number and serial number n

A clear, detailed description of the problem n

Proof of purchase including dealer or retailer name and address

IF YOU NEED SERVICE:

1. Before contacting us to arrange service, please determine whether your product requires repair. Some questions can be addressed without service. Please take a few minutes to review the Troubleshooting or Problem Solver section of the Use and Care Guide, scan the QR code on the right to access additional resources, or visit https://www.maytag.com/product_help.

2. All warranty service is provided exclusively by our authorized Maytag Service Providers.

In the U.S. and Canada, direct all requests for warranty service to:

Maytag Customer eXperience Center

https://www.maytag.com/product_help

In the U.S.A. call 1-800-688-9900. In Canada call 1-800-807-6777.

If outside the 50 United States and Canada, contact your authorized Maytag dealer to determine if another warranty applies.

WHAT IS COVERED

TEN YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

FIRST YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

(PARTS AND LABOR)

For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is installed, operated, and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Maytag brand of Whirlpool Corporation or Whirlpool Canada LP

(hereafter “Maytag”) will pay for factory specified parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship that existed when this major appliance was purchased, or at its sole discretion replace the product. In the event of product replacement, your appliance will be warranted by the remaining term of the original unit’s warranty period.

SECOND THROUGH TENTH YEAR LIMITED

WARRANTY (DRUM MOTOR AND STAINLESS STEEL

OR POWDER COATED PAINT DRUM ONLY - LABOR

NOT INCLUDED)

In the second through tenth years from the date of original purchase, when this major appliance is installed, operated, and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Maytag will pay for factory specified parts for the following components to correct non-cosmetic defects in materials or workmanship in these parts that prevent function of this major appliance and that existed when this major appliance was purchased. This is a limited 10 year warranty on the below named parts only and does not include repair labor.

n

Drum (Side Walls Only) n

Drive Motor

YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS

LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR AS

PROVIDED HEREIN. Service must be provided by a Maytag designated service company. This limited warranty is valid only in the United States or Canada and applies only when the major appliance is used in the country in which it was purchased. This limited warranty is effective from the date of original consumer purchase. Proof of original purchase date is required to obtain service under this limited warranty.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

1. Commercial, non-residential, multiple-family use, or use inconsistent with published user, operator, or installation instructions.

2. In-home instruction on how to use your product.

3. Service to correct improper product maintenance or installation, installation not in accordance with electrical or plumbing codes, or correction of household electrical or plumbing (i.e. house wiring, fuses, or water inlet hoses).

4. Consumable parts (i.e. light bulbs, batteries, air or water filters, preservation solutions, etc.).

5. Defects or damage caused by the use of non-genuine Maytag parts or accessories.

6. Conversion of your product from natural gas or L.P. gas or reversal of appliance doors.

7. Damage from accident, misuse, abuse, fire, floods, acts of God, or use with products not approved by Maytag.

8. Repairs to parts or systems to correct product damage or defects caused by unauthorized service, alteration, or modification of the appliance.

9. Cosmetic damage including scratches, dents, chips, and other damage to appliance finishes unless such damage results from defects in materials and workmanship and is reported to Maytag within 30 days.

10. Discoloration, rust, or oxidation of surfaces resulting from caustic or corrosive environments, including but not limited to, high salt concentrations, high moisture or humidity, or exposure to chemicals.

11. Pick-up or delivery. This product is intended for in-home repair.

12. Travel or transportation expenses for service in remote locations where an authorized Maytag servicer is not available.

13. Removal or reinstallation of inaccessible appliances or built-in fixtures (i.e. trim, decorative panels, flooring, cabinetry, islands, countertops, drywall, etc.) that interfere with servicing, removal, or replacement of the product.

14. Service or parts for appliances with original model/serial numbers removed, altered, or not easily determined.

The cost of repair or replacement under these excluded circumstances shall be borne by the customer.

DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES

IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR

A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW. Some states and provinces do not allow limitations on the duration of implied warranties of merchantability or fitness, so this limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights that vary from state to state or province to province.

DISCLAIMER OF REPRESENTATIONS OUTSIDE OF WARRANTY

Maytag makes no representations about the quality, durability, or need for service or repair of this major appliance other than the representations contained in this Warranty. If you want a longer or more comprehensive warranty than the limited warranty that comes with this major appliance, you should ask Maytag or your retailer about buying an extended warranty.

LIMITATION OF REMEDIES; EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES

YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR AS PROVIDED HEREIN.

MAYTAG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states and provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so these limitations and exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights that vary from state to state or province to province.

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ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE

Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting” or visit www.maytag.com/help.

It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below.

When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete model and serial number of your appliance.

This information will help us to better respond to your request.

If you need replacement parts or to order accessories

We recommend that you use only Factory Specified Parts.

These parts will fit right and work right because they are made with the same precision used to build every new MAYTAG

®

appliance.

To locate factory specified replacement parts, assistance in your area, or accessories:

Maytag Services, LLC

1-800-688-9900 www.maytag.com

1-800-901-2042 (Accessories)

www.maytag.com/accessories

Whirlpool Canada LP

Customer Assistance

1-800-807-6777 www.maytag.ca

or call your nearest designated service center or refer to your Yellow Pages telephone directory.

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In the U.S.A.

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Features and specifications on our full line of appliances.

Installation information.

Specialized customer assistance (Spanish speaking, hearing impaired, limited vision, etc.).

In the U.S.A. and Canada

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Use and maintenance procedures.

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Accessory and repair parts sales.

Referrals to local dealers, repair parts distributors, and service companies. Maytag

®

designated service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after-warranty service, anywhere in the United States and Canada.

You can write with any questions or concerns at:

Maytag Services, LLC

ATTN: CAIR

®

Center

P.O. Box 2370

Cleveland, TN 37320-2370

Customer eXperience Centre

Whirlpool Canada LP

Unit 200-6750 Century Ave

Mississauga, Ontario L5N 0B7

Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.

ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE

Avant de faire un appel pour assistance ou service, veuillez vérifier la section “Dépannage” ou visiter le site www.maytag.com/help. Cette vérification peut vous faire économiser le coût d’une visite de réparation.

Si vous avez encore besoin d’aide, suivre les instructions ci-dessous.

Lors d’un appel, veuillez connaître la date d’achat et les numéros au complet de modèle et de série de votre appareil.

Ces renseignements nous aideront à mieux répondre à votre demande.

Si vous avez besoin de pièces de rechange

Si vous avez besoin de commander des pièces de rechange, nous vous recommandons d’utiliser seulement des pièces spécifiées par l’usine. Ces pièces conviendront et fonctionneront bien parce qu’elles sont fabriquées selon les mêmes spécifications précises utilisées pour construire chaque nouvel appareil MAYTAG

®

.

Pour trouver des pièces de rechange spécifiées par l’usine dans votre région :

Whirlpool Canada LP - Assistance à la clientèle

1-800-807-6777 www.maytag.ca

ou contacter votre centre de réparation désigné le plus proche ou consulter l’annuaire téléphonique des Pages Jaunes.

Procédés d’utilisation et d’entretien.

Vente d’accessoires et de pièces de rechange.

Les références aux concessionnaires, compagnies de service de réparation et distributeurs de pièces de rechange locaux.

Les techniciens de service désignés par Whirlpool Canada LP sont formés pour remplir la garantie des produits et fournir un service après la garantie, partout au Canada.

Vous pouvez écrire en soumettant toute question ou tout problème au :

Customer eXperience Centre

Whirlpool Canada LP

Unit 200-6750 Century Ave

Mississauga, Ontario L5N 0B7

Dans votre correspondance, veuillez indiquer un numéro de téléphone où on peut vous joindre dans la journée.

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