Maytag MGDC400VW - Centennial 29

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Tools and Parts

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. 
Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed 
here.  

Parts supplied:

Remove parts package from dryer drum. Check that all parts were 
included.

4 leveling legs

Parts needed:

Check local codes and consult gas supplier. Check existing gas 
supply, electrical supply and venting, and read “Electrical 
Requirements,” “Gas Supply Requirements” and “Venting 
Requirements” before purchasing parts.
Mobile home installations require special parts (listed following) 
that may be ordered by calling the dealer from whom you 
purchased your dryer. For further information, please reference 
the front page of the Dryer User Instructions.

Mobile Home Installation Kit. Ask for Part Number 346764.

Metal exhaust system hardware.

WARNING: For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize
the risk of fire or explosion, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death.

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this 
or any other appliance.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

Do not try to light any appliance.

Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.

Immediately call 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 qualified installer, service agency, or 
the gas supplier.

Clear the room, building, or area of all occupants.

In the State of Massachusetts, the following installation instructions apply:

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Installations and repairs must be performed by a qualified or licensed contractor, plumber, or gasfitter qualified or licensed by 

the State of Massachusetts.

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If using a ball valve, it shall be a T-handle type.

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A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3 feet.

IMPORTANT: The gas installation must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas 
Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 or the Canadian Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1.

The dryer must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National 
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 or Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1.

8" or 10" pipe wrench

8" or 10" adjustable 
wrench (for gas 
connections)

Flat-blade screwdriver

Adjustable wrench that 
opens to 1" (2.5 cm) or 
hex-head socket wrench 
(for adjusting dryer feet)

¼" nut driver or socket 
wrench (recommended)

Level

Knife

Vent clamps

Pipe-joint compound 
resistant to LP gas

Caulking gun and 
compound (for installing 
new exhaust vent)

Pliers

Tape measure

Summary of Contents for MGDC400VW - Centennial 29" Gas Dryer

Page 1: ...Planification du syst me d vacuation 16 Installation du syst me d vacuation 17 Installation des pieds de nivellement 17 Raccordement au gaz 18 Raccordement du conduit d vacuation 18 Mise niveau de la...

Page 2: ...lding Immediately call 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...

Page 3: ...12 7 cm clearance behind the dryer for the exhaust vent with elbow See Venting Requirements Installation spacing for recessed area or closet installation The following spacing dimensions are recommend...

Page 4: ...on IPS pipe is recommended approved aluminum or copper tubing is acceptable for lengths under 20 ft 6 1 m if local codes and gas supplier permit If you are using Natural gas do not use copper tubing L...

Page 5: ...Observe all governing codes and ordinances The dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent chimney wall ceiling or a concealed space of a building If using an existing vent system Clean lin...

Page 6: ...ch PlanVentSystem Choose your exhaust installation type Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer Other installations are possible Standard exha...

Page 7: ...ng times and increased energy usage The Vent system chart provides venting requirements that will help to achieve the best drying performance Vent system chart NOTE Side and bottom exhaust installatio...

Page 8: ...st be used to connect the dryer 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...

Page 9: ...screws in cabinet are in large part of hinge slot Pull door forward off screws Set door handle side up on top of dryer Remove top screws from cabinet 4 Remove screws attaching hinges to door 5 Remove...

Page 10: ...Temperature 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 breake...

Page 11: ...ront le symbole d alerte de s curit et le mot DANGER ou AVERTISSEMENT Ces mots signifient IMPORTANTES INSTRUCTIONS DE S CURIT CONSERVEZ CES INSTRUCTIONS Avant de jeter ou de ranger votre vieille s che...

Page 12: ...la s cheuse n est pas d aplomb le linge peut ne pas culbuter convenablement et les programmes command s par des d tecteurs automatiques peuvent ne pas fonctionner correctement Ne pas faire fonctionne...

Page 13: ...riqu es Titre 24 HUD partie 280 ou de la Norme canadienne des habitations pr fabriqu es CAN CSA Z240MH L installation dans une maison mobile exige Un syst me d vacuation en m tal disponible l achat ch...

Page 14: ...t manuel individuel soit install en de de 6 pieds 1 8 m de la s cheuse et l emplacement doit tre facile atteindre pour l ouverture et la fermeture Exigences concernant le raccordement au gaz Utiliser...

Page 15: ...vacuation pour atteindre le meilleur rendement de s chage En cas de nouveau syst me d vacuation Mat riel pour l vacuation Utiliser un conduit d vacuation en m tal lourd Ne pas utiliser un conduit de...

Page 16: ...ypiques consistent acheminer le conduit d vacuation l arri re de la s cheuse D autres installations sont possibles Installations standard du conduit d vacuation l aide d un conduit m tallique rigide o...

Page 17: ...des syst mes d vacuation fournit les exigences d vacuation qui vous aideront atteindre la meilleure performance de s chage Tableau des syst mes d vacuation REMARQUE Les installations d vacuation du c...

Page 18: ...z existante On voit ci dessous une illustration d un raccordement recommand Le raccordement peut varier selon le type d alimentation la dimension et l emplacement 3 Ouvrir le robinet d arr t du condui...

Page 19: ...che de la porte vers la gauche ou la droite dans son logement pour ajuster l alignement Porte r versible extra large pivotement lat ral 1 Placer une serviette A sur la s cheuse pour prot ger la surfa...

Page 20: ...t sur la s cheuse 7 Jeter recycler tout le mat riel d emballage 8 Lire Utilisation de la s cheuse dans les Instructions pour l utilisateur de la s cheuse 9 Essuyer soigneusement l int rieur du tambour...

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