Maytag MEDX500XW Support Question
Maytag MEDX500XW Support Question
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Question posted by elvandussen on March 21st, 2021
Has A Loud Squealing Noise While Running
how does the dryer come apart to access pulleys and belts
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Answer #1: Posted by techyagent on March 22nd, 2021 5:57 AM
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Related Maytag MEDX500XW Manual Pages
Installation Instructions - Page 2
... is , tell you how to potential hazards that can be killed or seriously injured if you what the potential hazard is the safety alert symbol. DRYER SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of injury, and tell you don't immediately follow instructions.
Installation Instructions - Page 3
... (1.22 m) long. Location Requirements
Adjustable wrench that opens to the dryer must end in dryer drum. See "Venting Requirements." ■■ A separate 30 amp circuit.
3 Read and... need: ■■ A location allowing for purchase from the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer. The cord should contain:
■■ A UL listed 30-amp power supply cord, rated...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
...outside air into the dryer. Do not operate your dealer.
■■ Special provisions must be large enough to allow the dryer door to reduce noise transfer.
■■...Wide opening hamper door
*Most installations require a minimum 5½" (140 mm) clearance behind the dryer for ease of installation and servicing.
■■ Additional clearances might not shut off at ...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
... long, must end in a location where grounding through the neutral conductors. If the dryer is installed with a 4-wire electrical supply connection, the neutral ground wire must be removed...and (4) areas where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral conductor is permanently connected to the dryer must have 3 10-gauge solid copper wires and match a 3-wire receptacle of the terminal...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
... electrical connection and to its feet. To avoid damaging floor, use a wrench to move and install dryer. Firmly grasp dryer body (not console panel) and gently lay dryer down on its final location.
Failure to do so can result in leveling legs
Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to finish turning...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
... neutral ground wire
and neutral wire
B E C
Connect neutral ground wire (E) and neutral wire (white or center) (C) of 3-wire connections. Tighten screw.
8
Spade terminals with the dryer cabinet and be in place. E
B
A
Put power supply cord through the strain relief. The strain relief should have a tight fit with upturned ends F. 3/4" (19 mm...
Installation Instructions - Page 9
...Now, go to outer terminal block screws. 5. Spade terminals with hold -down screw. Tighten screws. Connect neutral wire
B C
Connect neutral wire (white or center) (C) of dryer rear panel. Neutral (white or center wire)
3. Tighten screw.
6. Neutral prong D. Ring terminals G. Connect remaining wires
Connect remaining wires to Venting Requirements.
9 Secure cover with...
Installation Instructions - Page 10
... (251"mm)
C
Unscrew the removable conduit connector (A) and any screws from end of extra length so dryer may be in a horizontal position.
Cut 11/2" (38 mm) from external ground conductor screw (A).
10 ... wire cable
to strain relief
(127
5" mm)
Direct wire cable must have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be moved if needed. Strip 5" (127 mm) of outer covering from a 3/4" (19 ...
Installation Instructions - Page 11
...(893m½m" )
Direct wire cable must have 5 ft. (1.52 m) of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with outer covering. Remove center, silver-colored terminal block screw...ground conductor screw (A). Strip insulation back 1" (25 mm). Shape wire ends into slot of extra length so dryer may be moved if needed. Connect wires to terminal block, place hooked end of direct wire cable under ...
Installation Instructions - Page 15
... existing vent, make sure vent is secured to exhaust hood
Vent must fit over dryer exhaust outlet and inside the dryer. Connect vent to exhaust hood with 4" (102 mm) clamp. Avoid 90° turns. Do not use vent runs longer than those specified in Vent system chart. Connect Vent
1. If connecting to secure...
Installation Instructions - Page 16
... to final location. q Remove film on a full heat cycle (not an air cycle) for heat.
Once legs are set in a running for
the dryer.
If you do not feel heat, turn off dryer, and check the following : ■■ Controls are level, make sure all packaging materials. Check that both circuit breakers have...
Owners Manual - Page 4
...air flow. Failure to efficiently dry laundry.
each load. n Clear away items from the exhaust hood. n Replace plastic or foil vent material with heat, dryers require good air flow to follow the...Proper venting will be sure to the dryer plays a big role in a vent system; n Remove lint from the dryer.
With Timed Dry, the dryer runs the amount of vent possible.
CHECK YOUR...
Owners Manual - Page 5
...on a separate control.
5 SIGNALS
Damp Dry Signal (for use with Timed Cycles only) Will run the dryer for models with Sensor Cycles only) Selecting the Damp Dry Signal will sound every 20 minutes until..., periodic tumbling at the end of a cycle. Wrinkle Prevent Feature When you when your laundry load. NOTE: When the Wrinkle Prevent setting is selected and the End Signal is finished.
n Get...
Owners Manual - Page 6
...the best drying in bold are available on all models.
Setting the Drying Temperature
If your dryer has multiple heat settings: A High heat setting may be selected on fabric type,
Wrinkle ... Level
Wrinkle Prevent
Select a drying temperature based on all models. CYCLE GUIDE - Will run the dryer for items that cycle.
SENSOR DRY CYCLES
Not all cycles and settings are added at...
Owners Manual - Page 7
Do not dry anything flammable on the dryer.
7 Place laundry in death or fire.
2. Failure to follow these instructions can result in the dryer. USING YOUR DRYER
WARNING
WARNING
Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer. Load the dryer
Clean the lint screen before each load. Roll lint off the screen...
Owners Manual - Page 9
...." As needed cleaning Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can increase drying time. Thoroughly dry lint screen with the lint screen loose, damaged,
blocked, or missing. Cleaning should be removed every 2 years, or more frequently, if it becomes clogged due to remove residue buildup.
4. IMPORTANT: n Do not run the dryer with a clean towel...
Owners Manual - Page 10
... as you would like, you will be changed while the dryer is running or paused. Steam models only: Disconnect the water inlet hose from
faucet, then drain the hose. For direct-wired dryers: 1.
Use tape to locate, level, and connect the dryer.
10 The dryer must be adjusted to adapt to do so can damage...
Owners Manual - Page 11
... may be turning, but you do not feel air movement, clean exhaust system of operation. Is it only once. Clean out pockets before each load. Dryer will not run
Door not closed completely. If the problem continues, call an electrician.
Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. See "Air Dry." Electric...
Owners Manual - Page 12
... reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) to finish before the end of the cycle? Level the dryer.
Select Wrinkle Prevent feature to tumble the load without heat to handle.
Were laundry items removed from the dryer before removing laundry from dryer.
Allow the Cool Down cycle to possibly avoid the cost of the cycle. http://www...
Dimension Guide - Page 1
... and specifications without notice. Do not have a 90° turn to use the fewest number of the line. Exhaust venting: Exhaust your dryer to change without notice. Do not use vent runs longer than specified in vent length chart. Large opening hamper door
*M ost intallations require a minimum 5 1/2" (140 mm) clearance behind the...
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My dryer makes sounds or vibrations
...touch. The flat spot causes the thumping sound. Once the dryer runs for a few minutes of fabric may thump and may be a... . Laundry items with large amounts of fabric, such as sheets, curtains, tablecloths and bedspreads, can roll into the dryer. Remove... dryer that is twisted or balled up ? Were you hearing a knocking or rattling sound? This will cause some noise.&... -
Display shows AF - Dryer
... softener sheet per load, and use the fewest number of vent material length the system can have more often, depending on the dryer usage. Run the dryer for crushed vent material Is the dryer in the system reduces the amount of elbows possible. Your installation should be removed from leaving the... -
My dryer or load has an odor
... time will begin to dry the load. To avoid this, do not run the dryer while painting, varnishing or refinishing near the dryer. The odor is too hot - Dryer Was a damp or wet load left in the washer or dryer for the first time? (Electric dryers) A new electric heating element may have an odor.
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