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GAS DRYER

USE & CARE GUIDE

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Summary of Contents for MGD5801T

Page 1: ...GAS DRYER USE CARE GUIDE FOR QUESTIONS ABOUT FEATURES OPERATION PERFORMANCE PARTS ACCESSORIES OR SERVICE CALL 1 800 688 9900 VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT WWW MAYTAG COM W10155111A...

Page 2: ...ERVICE 19 ACCESSORIES 19 WARRANTY 20 DRYER SAFETY You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t immediately You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t follow All safety messages will te...

Page 3: ...your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a qualifi...

Page 4: ...y servicing unless specifically recommended in this Use and Care Guide or in published user repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out Do not use fabric softeners or prod...

Page 5: ...d also be considered A level floor with a maximum slope of 1 2 5 cm under entire dryer If slope is greater than 1 2 5 cm install Extended Dryer Feet Kit Part Number 279810 Clothes may not tumble prope...

Page 6: ...doors with equivalent ventilation openings are acceptable Companion appliance spacing should also be considered Required spacing Mobile Home Additional Installation Requirements This dryer is suitabl...

Page 7: ...ng Do not use an adapter Do not use an extension cord Failure to follow these instructions can result in death fire or electrical shock WARNING GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS For a gro...

Page 8: ...that complies with the standard for connectors for gas appliances ANSI Z21 24 Burner input requirements Elevations above 10 000 ft 3 048 m When installed above 10 000 ft 3 048 m a 4 reduction of the...

Page 9: ...e excess flexible metal vent to avoid sagging and kinking that may result in reduced airflow and poor performance Do not install flexible metal vent in enclosed walls ceilings or floors Elbows 45 elbo...

Page 10: ...lease see the Assistance or Service section Over the Top Installation Part Number 4396028 Periscope Installation For use with dryer vent to wall vent mismatch Part Number 4396037 0 0 cm to 18 45 72 cm...

Page 11: ...inside the dryer To determine maximum exhaust length add one 90 turn to the chart Install Vent System 1 Install exhaust hood Use caulking compound to seal exterior wall opening around exhaust hood 2...

Page 12: ...r to the existing gas line Shown is a recommended connection Your connection may be different according to the supply line type size and location 3 Open the shutoff valve in the supply line The valve...

Page 13: ...erature setting 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...

Page 14: ...it stops 7 If desired add a fabric softener sheet Follow package instructions 8 Press the PUSH TO START button Stopping and Restarting You can stop your dryer anytime during a cycle To stop your drye...

Page 15: ...ill depend on the amount of moisture items hold Minutes Reset time to complete drying if needed DRYER CARE Cleaning the Dryer Location Keep dryer area clear and free from items that would obstruct the...

Page 16: ...or more often depending on dryer usage Cleaning should be done by a qualified person From the Exhaust Vent Lint should be removed every 2 years or more often depending on dryer usage Vacation and Mov...

Page 17: ...nstalled and is the dryer level front to back and side to side The dryer may vibrate if not properly installed See the Installation Instructions Is the clothing knotted or balled up When balled up the...

Page 18: ...e in a cycle Lint on load Is the lint screen clogged Lint screen should be cleaned before each load Stains on load or drum Was dryer fabric softener properly used Add dryer fabric softener sheets at t...

Page 19: ...ir parts distributors and service companies Maytag appliances designated service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after warranty service anywhere in the United State...

Page 20: ...SIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR AS PROVIDED HEREIN IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEA...