Maytag MGDB800VU - Bravos Steam Gas Dryer Installation Instructions Manual Download Page 3

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Location Requirements 

You will need

A location that allows proper exhaust installation. See “Venting 
Requirements.”

A separate 30-amp circuit.

If using a power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet 

 

within 2 ft (610 mm) of either side of dryer. See “Electrical 
Requirements.”

A sturdy floor to support total dryer weight of 200 lbs. (90.7 kg). 
Also consider combined weight of a companion appliance.

A 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 279810. Clothes may not tumble properly 
and automatic sensor cycles may not operate correctly if dryer is 
not level.

For a garage installation,  place dryer at least 18" (457 mm) 
above floor. If using a pedestal, you will need 18" (457 mm) to 
bottom of dryer.

Steam models only: Cold water faucets located within 

 

4 ft. (1.2 m) of dryer, and water pressure of 20-100 psi 

 

(137.9-689.6 kPa). Cold water supply may come from 

 

washer using “Y” connector provided.

Do not operate your dryer at temperatures below 45ºF (7ºC). At 
lower temperatures, the dryer may not shut off at the end of  an 
automatic sensor cycle, possibly resulting in longer drying times.

Do not install or store dryer where it will be exposed to water and/or 
weather.

Check code requirements. Some codes limit, or do not permit, 
installation of dryer in garages, closets, mobile homes, or sleeping 
quarters. Contact your local building inspector.

Installation clearances

Location must be large enough to allow dryer door to open fully.

Dryer Dimensions

29"

(7

3

7 mm)

22

1

/

4

"

(565 mm)

29

1

/

4

"

(74

3

 mm)

4

3

1

/

2

"

(1105 mm)

NOTE: 

Most installations require minimum 5" (127 mm) clearance  

for exhaust vent with elbow. See “Venting  Requirements.”

Installation spacing for recessed area or closet installation

The following spacing dimensions are recommended for this dryer. 
Dryer has been tested for spacing of 0" (0 mm) clearance on sides 
and rear. Consider recommended spacing for  following reasons:

Consider additional spacing for ease of installation and service.

May need additional clearance for wall, door, and floor moldings.

Consider additional spacing on all sides of dryer to reduce noise 
transfer.

For closet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation openings 
in the top and bottom of the door are required. Equivalent 
ventilation openings in louvered doors are acceptable.

Consider spacing for companion appliance.

Additional space required for rear exhaust of dryer to right or left.

14" máx.*

(

3

56 mm)

29"

(7

3

7 mm)

5"

(127 mm)

1"

(25 mm)

1"

(25 mm)

18"*

(457 mm)

3

"*

(76 mm)

3

"*

(76 mm)

29

1

/

4

"

(74

3

 mm)

48" 

2

*

(

3

10 cm

2

)

24" 

2

*

(155 cm

2

)

Recessed 

area

Side view- closet 

or confined area

Closet door with 

vents

*Required spacing

Mo

b

ile home - Additional installation requirements

Dryer is suitable for mobile home installations. Installation must 
conform to Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, 
Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (formerly Federal Standard for Mobile Home 
Construction and Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280) or Standard CAN/
CSA-Z240 MH.

Mo

b

ile home installations require:

Metal exhaust system hardware, available for purchase from 
your dealer.

Special provisions must be made in mobile homes to introduce 
outside air into dryer. Openings (such as a nearby window) 
should be at least twice as large as dryer exhaust opening.

Summary of Contents for MGDB800VU - Bravos Steam Gas Dryer

Page 1: ...on 15 Dryer Results 16 W10267633A DRYER SAFETY You You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t immediately can be killed or seriously injured if you don t follow All safety messages will tell...

Page 2: ...B C D E A Leveling legs 4 B Y connector C Short inlet hose D Inlet hose with right angle connector E Rubber washer Remove parts package from dryer drum Check that all parts are included NOTE Do not us...

Page 3: ...ns 29 737 mm 221 4 565 mm 291 4 743 mm 431 2 1105 mm NOTE Most installations require minimum 5 127 mm clearance for exhaust vent with elbow See Venting Requirements Installation spacing for recessed a...

Page 4: ...e neutral terminal center or white wire of the terminal block the dryer cabinet is isolated from the neutral conductor If local codes do not permit the connection of a neutral ground wire to the neutr...

Page 5: ...is pointing down and hold in place Tighten strain relief screws enough to hold two clamp sections together A Strain relief tab pointing up B Hole below terminal block opening C Clamp section D Strain...

Page 6: ...breaker box 3 wire connection Direct Wire Electrical Connection Options If local codes do not permit connection of a cabinet ground conductor to the neutral wire see Optional 3 wire connection sectio...

Page 7: ...mm Shape ends of wires into a hook shape 1 25 mm 5 127 mm When connecting to the terminal block place the hooked end of the wire under the screw of the terminal block hook facing right squeeze hooked...

Page 8: ...External ground conductor screw B Neutral ground wire C Center silver colored terminal block screw D Neutral wire white or center wire E 3 4 19 mm UL listed strain relief 3 Connect the other wires to...

Page 9: ...where local codes do not permit connecting cabinet ground conductor to neutral wire 1 Remove center silver colored terminal block screw 2 Remove neutral ground wire from external ground conductor scr...

Page 10: ...the Assistance or Service section in your Use and Care Guide Rigid metal vent For best drying performance rigid metal vents are recommended Rigid metal vent is recommended to avoid crushing and kinkin...

Page 11: ...t or right side exhaust installation C Bottom exhaust installation Alternate installations for close clearances Venting systems come in many varieties Select the type best for your installation Two cl...

Page 12: ...ich can catch lint INSTALL LEVELING LEGS WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install dryer Failure to do so can result in back or other injury 1 To avoid damaging the fl...

Page 13: ...e dryer and the dryer cabinet check the levelness from front to back If the dryer is not level prop up the dryer using a wood block Use a wrench to adjust the legs up or down and check again for level...

Page 14: ...a towel or soft cloth on top of dryer or work space to avoid damaging the surface Remove the door assembly 1 Open the dryer door 2 Remove the bottom screw from each of the 2 hinges that attach dryer...

Page 15: ...both fuses are intact and tight or that both circuit breakers have not tripped Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker If the problem continues call an electrician Is the correct power supply av...

Page 16: ...rily drying times are too long or load is too hot Is the lint screen clogged with lint Lint screen should be cleaned before each load WARNING Fire Hazard Use a heavy metal vent Do not use a plastic ve...

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