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THE DATA LABEL

1.

MODEL NUMBER

The model number is a number, which describes the size of the dryer and the type of heat (i.e. gas).

2.

SERIAL NUMBER

The serial number allows the 

Maytag Company

 to gather information on your particular dryer.

3.

MANUFACTURING CODE NUMBER

The manufacturing code number is a number issued by the manufacturer which describes 

ALL

 possible

options on your particular model.

4.

TYPE OF HEAT

This describes the type of heat for your particular dryer: gas (either natural gas or liquid propane [L.P.]) or
steam.

5.

HEAT INPUT 

(for GAS DRYERS)

This describes the heat input in British Thermal Units per Hour (BTUH).

6.

ORIFICE SIZE 

(for GAS DRYERS)

Gives the number drill size used.

7.

ELECTRIC SERVICE

This describes the electric service for your particular model.

8.

MINIMUM GAS SUPPLY PRESSURE

Pressures shown are the range allowable for proper and safe operation.

9.

GAS MANIFOLD PRESSURE 

(for GAS DRYERS)

This describes the manifold pressure taken at the gas valve tap in inches of water column.

10.

This section is for Canadian installation as noted.

11.

APPLICABLE APPROVAL SEALS

Canadian Standards Association International.

Summary of Contents for MLG32PD3

Page 1: ...viceagencyorthegas supplier AVERTISSEMENT Assurez vousdebien suivre les instructions données dans cette noticepourréduireauminimum lerisque d incendieoud explosionoupourévitertout dommagematériel touteblessureoulamort Ne pas entreposer ni utiliser d essence ni d autresvapeursouliquidesinflammablesdans le voisinage de cet appareil ou de tout autre appareil QUE FAIRE SI VOUS SENTEZ UNE ODEUR DEGAZ N...

Page 2: ...tiliser d essence nid autresvapeursouliquides inflammablesdanslevoisinagedecet appareil ou de yout autre appareil We have tried to make this manual as complete as possible and hope you will find it useful Manufacturer reserves the right to make changes from time to time without notice or obligation in prices specifications colors and material and to change or discontinue models Important For your ...

Page 3: ...DIFNEARDRYERSINOPERATION DRYERSSHOULDNEVERBELEFTUNATTENDEDWHILEINOPERATION CAUTION FOR YOUR SAFETY DONOTDRYMOPHEADSINTHEDRYER DONOTUSEDRYERINTHEPRESENCEOFDRYCLEANINGFUMES WARNING UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES should the door switch or the heat circuit devices ever be disabled Caution Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls Wiring errors can cause improper operation Attention Lor de...

Page 4: ... IMPORTANT PLEASEOBSERVEALLSAFETYPRECAUTIONS displayed on the equipment and or specified in the installation manual included with the dryer The wiring diagram for the dryer is located in the front electrical control box area DRYER MUST NEVER BE OPERATEDWITHOUTTHE LINTFILTER SCREEN IN PLACE EVENIFANEXTERNALLINTCOLLECTIONSYSTEMISUSED WARNING ...

Page 5: ...r 8 C DryerEnclosureRequirements 10 D FreshAirSupply 10 E ExhaustRequirements 12 F ElectricalInformation 16 G GasInformation 19 H Preparation For Operation 22 I PreoperationalTests 22 J ShutDownInstructions 24 SECTION IV OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 25 A StartingtheDryer 25 SECTION V SERVICE PARTS INFORMATION 26 A Service 26 B Parts 26 SECTION VI WARRANTY INFORMATION 27 A ReturningWarrantyCards s 27 B W...

Page 6: ...E MAINTENANCE 28 A Cleaning 28 B Adjustments 30 C Lubrication 30 SECTION VIII DRYER DATA LABEL INFORMATION 31 A DataLabelLocation 31 B Data Label 32 SECTION IX PROCEDURE FOR FUNCTIONAL CHECK OF REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS 34 ...

Page 7: ...ged shipment should be accepted but the number received and the number refused must be noted on the receipt 4 If you determine that the dryer was damaged after the trucker has left your location you should call the delivering carrier s freight terminal immediately and file a claim The freight company considers this concealed damage This type of freight claim is very difficult to get paid and becom...

Page 8: ...c DO NOT use any phone in your building d Clear the room building or area of ALL occupants e Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions f If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department 4 Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or gas supplier 5 Dryers must be exhausted to the outdoors ...

Page 9: ...h lint door switch or heat safety circuit ever be disabled WARNING PERSONALINJURYorFIRE COULD RESULT 10 This dryer is not to be used in the presence of dry cleaning solvents or fumes 11 Remove articles from the dryer as soon as the drying cycle has been completed WARNING Articlesleftinthedryerafterthedryingandcoolingcycleshavebeencompletedcan create a fire hazard 12 READ and FOLLOW ALL CAUTION and...

Page 10: ...6 SECTION II SPECIFICATIONS NOTE Manufacturerreservestherighttomakechangesinspecificationsatanytimewithoutnoticeor obligation ...

Page 11: ...54 61 cm AIRFLOW PER BASKET TUBLER 420 cfm 11 89 cmm HEAT INPUT TOTAL FOR BOTH BASKETS TUMBLERS 190 000 btu hr 47 880 kcal hr GAS INLET PIPE SIZE 3 4 N P T EXHAUST DUCT OUTLET 8 20 32 cm APPROX WEIGHT UNCRATED 850 lbs 386 kg APPROX WEIGHT CRATED 880 lbs 399 kg ELECTRIC REQUIREMENTS PER TUMBLER 120 Volt 1 Phase 1ø 9 Amp Shaded areas are stated in metric equivalents Per basket tumbler pocket GAS NOT...

Page 12: ... The coin box lock is not included and must be purchased elsewhere or the lock can be ordered as a parts order from the manufacturer The dryer can be moved to its final location while still attached to the skid or with the skid removed To unskid the dryer locate and remove the four 4 bolts securing the base of the dryer to the wooden skid Two 2 are at the rear of the base and two 2 are located in ...

Page 13: ... C Even though a 12 inch 30 48 cm clearance is acceptable it is recommended that the rear of the dryer be positioned approximately 2 feet 0 61 meters away from the nearest obstruction i e wall for ease of installation maintenance and service Refer to the illustration below 6 Provisions must be made for adequate clearances for servicing and for operation as noted in this manual refer to Dryer Enclo...

Page 14: ...tionsareimportantforproperandefficientoperation D FRESH AIR SUPPLY Air supply make up air must be given careful consideration to assure proper performance of each dryer An unrestricted source of 840 cfm cubic feet per minute 23 78 cmm cubic meters per minute is necessary for each dryer An unrestricted air entrance from the outdoors atmosphere of a minimum of 1 1 2 square feet 0 13 square meters is...

Page 15: ...not be located near duct work exhaust outlets If make up air openings are too close to the exhaust outlet lint and fumes may be drawn back into the dryer area through these openings NOTE ComponentfailureduetodrycleaningfumeswillVOIDTHEWARRANTY ...

Page 16: ... avoided use 30º or 45º angles instead The shape of the exhaust duct work is not critical so long as the minimum cross sectional area is provided IMPORTANT Exhaust back pressure measured by a manometer at the dryer s exhaust duct area must not exceed 0 3 inches of water column W C 0 74 mb when both baskets tumblers areoperating It is suggested that the duct work from each dryer not exceed 10 feet ...

Page 17: ...duct work travels vertically up through the roof it should be protected from the weather by using a 180º turn to point the opening downward In either case allow at least twice the diameter of the duct between the duct opening and nearest obstruction IMPORTANT DO NOT use screens or caps on the outside opening of the exhaust duct work NOTE In situations where a 10 inch 25 4 cm exhaust duct is requir...

Page 18: ... in this manual a professionalheating venting andair conditioning HVAC firmmustbeconsultedfor properventinginformation IMPORTANT Exhaust back pressure measured by a manometer at the dryer s exhaust duct area must not exceed 0 3 inches of water column W C 0 74 mb when both baskets tumblers areoperating The duct work should be smooth inside with no projections from sheet metal screws or other obstru...

Page 19: ...st duct work NOTE In situations where a 10 inch 25 4 cm exhaust duct is required or acceptable to ease installation an 8 inch 20 32 cm dryer exhaust outlet size to 10 inch 25 4 cm exhaust duct increaser transition piece is available from the factory by ordering Part No 882099 ...

Page 20: ...h could cause a fire hazard NOTE TheuseofaluminumwirewillVOIDTHEWARRANTY 2 Grounding A ground earth connection must be provided and installed in accordance with state and local codes In the absence of these codes grounding must conform to applicable requirements of the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA NO 70 LATEST EDITION or in Canada the Canadian Electrical Codes Parts 1 2 CSA C22 1 1990 or LAT...

Page 21: ... a Single Phase 1ø Hookup The electrical connections on ALL single phase 1ø dryers are made into the junction box located at the upper rear of the dryer A separate circuit servicing each dryer basket tumbler must be provided SINGLE PHASE 1Ø ELECTRICAL CONNECTION LEADS Black Positive White Neutral Green Ground or L2 ...

Page 22: ...to the rating of the dryer or the dryer can be hard wired directly to the service breaker panel In both cases a strain relief must be installed where the wiring enters the dryer ELECTRIC SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS PER TUMBLER A separate circuit breaker must be provided for each tumbler pocket NOTE Circuit breakers are thermal magnetic industrial type ONLY For others calculate verify correct breaker si...

Page 23: ...om supply as noted can cause irreparable damage to the gas valve VOIDING THEWARRANTY WARNING FIRE or EXPLOSION COULD RESULT 1 Gas Supply The gas dryer installation must meet the American National Standard National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 LATEST EDITION or in Canada the Canadian Installation Codes CAN CGA B149 1 M91 Natural Gas or CAN CGA B149 2 M91 L P Gas or LATEST EDITION as well as local code...

Page 24: ...ach dryer 3 Piping Connections ALL components materials must conform to National Fuel Gas Code SpecificationsANSI Z223 1 LATEST EDITION or in Canada CAN CGA B149 1 M91 Natural Gas or CAN CGA B149 2 M91 L P Gas or LATEST EDITION for General Installation and Gas Plumbing as well as local codes and ordinances and must be done by a qualified professional It is important that gas pressure regulators me...

Page 25: ...hwillresultin erraticoperationoftheburnerignitionsystem Consistent gas pressure is essential at ALL gas connections It is recommended that a 3 4 pipe loop be installed in the supply line serving the bank of dryers An in line pressure regulator must be installed in the gas supply line header if natural gas line pressure exceeds 12 0 inches water column W C 29 9 mb pressure Refer to the illustration...

Page 26: ...ts nuts screws terminals and fittings for tightness 6 GAS MODELS be sure that ALL gas shutoff valves are in the open position 7 Be sure ALL back guard panels and service box covers have been replaced 8 Check the lint door to assure that it is closed and secured in place 9 Rotate the basket tumbler by hand to be sure it moves freely I PREOPERATIONAL TESTS ALL dryers are thoroughly tested and inspec...

Page 27: ...s NOTE During the purging period check to be sure thatALL gas shutoff valves are open NOTE Gas dryers are equipped with a Direct Spark Ignition DSI system which has internal diagnostics If ignitionis notestablishedafterthefirstattempt theheatcircuitintheDSI module will lockout until it is manually reset To reset the DSI system open and close the main door and restart the dryer b Once ignition is e...

Page 28: ...terialwithasolutionofwaterandnonflammablemilddetergentandtumblingtheminthebasket tumbler to removethiscoating 6 Computer Programs and Selections Each microprocessor controller computer has been preprogrammed by the factory with the most commonly used program parameter selections If microprocessor controller computer program changes are required refer to the computer programming manual which was sh...

Page 29: ...ic temperature setting selection has been determined start the dryer by pressing the fabric setting key 3 The dryer will now start and the display will read the setting and the time vended 4 The cycle time will count down until the drying and cooling cycles are completed 5 Upon completion of the drying cycle and cooling cycle the dryer will shutoff a Notes 1 The dryer basket tumbler can be stopped...

Page 30: ...tacted or is unknown contact the Maytag Company for a distributor in your area NOTE When contacting the Maytag Company be sure to give them the correct model and serial numberssothatyourinquiryishandledinanexpeditiousmanner B PARTS 1 Replacement parts should be purchased from the distributor from whom the equipment was purchased If the distributor cannot be contacted or is unknown contact the Mayt...

Page 31: ...vidual dryer NOTE Be sure to include the installation date when returning warranty cards B WARRANTY For a copy of the manufacturer commercial warranty covering your particular dryers contact the Maytag distributor from whom you purchased the equipment and request dryer warranty form If the distributor cannot be contacted or is unknown warranty information can be obtained from the Maytag Company NO...

Page 32: ...NG LINT FROM MOST FABRICS IS HIGHLYCOMBUSTIBLE THE ACCUMULATION OFLINTCAN CREATEAPOTENTIALFIRE HAZARD WARNING KEEPDRYERAREACLEAR and FREE FROM COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS GASOLINE and OTHER FLAMMABLEVAPORS and LIQUIDS NOTE Suggested time intervals shown are for average usage which is considered six 6 to eight 8 operational running hoursperday SUGGESTED CLEANING SCHEDULE DAILY beginning of each work shif...

Page 33: ... remove lint accumulation in customer furnished exhaust duct work system and from the dryer s internal exhaust ducting WARNING THEACCUMULATION OF LINT IN THE EXHAUST DUCT WORK CAN CREATEAPOTENTIALFIRE HAZARD WARNING DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE FLOW OF COMBUSTIONAIR and VENTILATION AIR Inspect and remove lint accumulation from the dryer s exhaust duct work back draft dampers NOTE Abackdraftdamperthatisstic...

Page 34: ...afety devices door switches lint compartment switches sail switches burner and hi limit thermostats C LUBRICATION Themotorbearings idlerbearingsandundernormalormostconditionsthebasket tumbler bearingsarepermanently lubricated It is physically possible to re lubricate the basket tumbler bearings if you choose to do so even though this practice is not necessary Use ShellAlvania 2 or its equivalent T...

Page 35: ...31 SECTIONVIII DRYER DATALABEL INFORMATION A DATA LABEL LOCATION The dryer data label is located in the upper basket tumbler gas train area left middle section of dryer as shown in the photo below ...

Page 36: ...th the proper services i e type of gas and electric voltage etc It also includes ALL the necessary data for technical support and parts information When contacting the Maytag Company please have the model and serial numbers available This information is necessary to ensure proper service and parts information from the manufacturer ...

Page 37: ...lar dryer gas either natural gas or liquid propane L P or steam 5 HEAT INPUT for GAS DRYERS This describes the heat input in British Thermal Units per Hour BTUH 6 ORIFICE SIZE for GAS DRYERS Gives the number drill size used 7 ELECTRIC SERVICE This describes the electric service for your particular model 8 MINIMUM GAS SUPPLY PRESSURE Pressures shown are the range allowable for proper and safe opera...

Page 38: ...if the gas burner flame is not sensed at the end of the trial for ignition period The trial for ignition period will be repeated for a total of three 3 retries trials the initial try and two 2 more retries trials If the flame is not sensed at the end of the third retry trial inter purge period of 30 seconds the DSI module will LOCKOUT light emitting diode L E D flashes A steady L E D indicator ind...

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