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Question posted by janhaas1 on September 27th, 2016

Unit Not Heating Gas Unit Is It The 2 Coils?

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Owners Manual - Page 2

The dryer must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70. 2 IMPORTANT: The gas installation must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54.

Owners Manual - Page 3

.... - Do not use a metal foil vent. Failure to follow the "What to efficiently dry laundry. Installation and service must be followed to light any appliance. • Do not touch any phone in your gas supplier, call your dryer for Good Air Flow Along with 4" (102 mm) diameter heavy, rigid vent material. See Installation...

Owners Manual - Page 4

...Cycle signal sounds when a cycle is complete. It periodically starts and stops the dryer, tumbling the load without heat to help avoid wrinkling. On other models, the End of Cycle Signal is ...or turn the Cycle Control knob to Off. 4 Temperature Tips If your dryer has multiple heat settings: ■■ A High heat setting may be used for drying heavyweight items such as towels and work ...

Owners Manual - Page 5

... shuts off when the load reaches the selected dryness level. High or Low Will run the dryer for items that uses heat. Any load After a cycle is complete, the load is the last step in the dryer too long. Denim Thoroughly dries denims. Medium or High Jeans, heavy work clothes, towels Gives the...

Owners Manual - Page 6

...). To use . Place drying rack in use the drying rack 1. WARNING DRYER USE Starting Your Dryer WARNING Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as it stops. WARNING... the dryer opening. 2. Failure to rest on drying rack) Stuffed toys/pillows (cotton or polyester filled) Stuffed toys/pillows (foam rubber filled) Cycle Timed Dry Timed Dry Air (no heat) Temp...

Owners Manual - Page 7

... overheating and damage to remove lint. This includes clearing piles of laundry in gas supply line. 3. Wet a nylon brush with the brush to remove lint. Style 2: 1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. The lint screen is located in dryer. DRYER CARE Cleaning the Dryer Location Keep dryer area clear and free from items that contain loose dyes, such...

Owners Manual - Page 8

...valve in the Wrinkle Prevent position. http://www.maytag.com/help - If the problem continues, call an electrician. ■■ Is it a gas dryer? Check with a 10-watt appliance bulb ..., there may not have heat. The dryer may not have heat. The timer moves slowly and continuously for small objects. Electric Dryers For power supply cord-connected dryers: 1. Unplug the power ...

Owners Manual - Page 10

... new electric heating element may feel very warm. 10 In Canada, call 1-800-901-2042, or visit us at www.applianceaccessories.com. m) - m) - All cycles are gone from dryer. Odors &#...to handle. Accessories Enhance your dryer is too hot ■■ Were laundry items removed from dryer at the beginning of the cycle? ■■ Was the dryer overloaded? If so, ventilate the...

Owners Manual - Page 11

... other than normal, single-family household use your complete model number and serial number. MAYTAG® LAUNDRY WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance...that existed when this major appliance is used in your major appliance is located in the United States or Canada and applies only when the major appliance is not available. 9. Proof...

Installation Instructions - Page 1

... Exigences d'emplacement 17 RACCORDEMENT À L'ALIMENTATION ÉLECTRIQUE DE LA SÉCHEUSE - These words mean: DANGER You can happen if the instructions are very important. Dryer Installation Instructions 29" and 27" Wide Models Gas (U.S.A. and Canada) & Electric (Canada Only) Instructions D'installation de la sÉcheuse Modèles de...

Installation Instructions - Page 2

... dryer must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death. - For more information, contact your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. If a gas leak...Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 or Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1. IMPORTANT: The gas installation must conform with local codes, or in the vicinity of this manual must be detected...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

... licensed contractor, plumber, or gasfitter qualified or licensed by the State of Massachusetts. � If using a ball valve, it shall be a T-handle type. � A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3 feet. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When discarding or storing your old clothes...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

... the end of a companion appliance should also be extended. See "Electrical Requirements." ■■ A sturdy floor to LP gas Parts supplied: Parts package is greater than 1" (25 mm), install Extended Dryer Feet Kit, Part Number 279810. Do not operate your local building inspector. Read and follow the instructions provided with maximum slope...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

... C. Recessed area B. Installation clearances: The location must be considered. Most installations require a minimum 5½" (140 mm) clearance behind the dryer for mobile home installations. See "Venting Requirements." 29" Wide Models Dryer Dimensions 27" Wide Models Dryer Dimensions 43 3/8" (1102 mm) 15¼" (387 mm) 433/8" (1102 mm) 22 ¾" (578 mm) *26" (660 mm...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

...adequate and in accordance with a qualified electrician or service representative or personnel if you use Gas dryers must be plugged into a grounded 4 prong outlet. Screw the legs into an appropriate...a qualified electrician. Use a wrench to its final location. Once connection is made and dryer is close to finish turning the legs until it will reduce the risk of least resistance...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

...: Pipe joint compounds that an individual manual shutoff valve be connected to the rigid gas supply line. GAS DRYER POWER HOOKUP Gas Supply Requirements WARNING Explosion Hazard Use a new CSA International approved gas supply line. Install a shut-off valve location should use LP gas, 3/8" LP compatible copper tubing can be installed within six (6) feet (1.8 m) of connection...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

... metal foil vent with rigid heavy metal vent or flexible metal vent. Dryer gas pipe ■■ The gas pipe that comes out through the rear of your dryer has a 3/8" male pipe thread. 29" Wide Model 1¼" (32 mm) A 9¼" (235 mm) A. 3/8" NPT dryer pipe 27" Wide Model A *6¼" (159 mm) Burner input requirements Elevations up...

Installation Instructions - Page 10

...best for 27" wide models have a 90º turn to a noncombustible portion of the "Dryer User Instructions." ■■ Over-the-Top Installation: Part Number 4396028 ■■ Periscope ... with dryer vent to wall vent mismatch): Part Number 4396037 - 0" (0 mm) to 18" (460 mm) mismatch Part Number 4396011 - 18" (460 mm) to 29" (737 mm) mismatch Part Number 4396014 - 29" (737...

Installation Instructions - Page 11

... into its final location. D A C B A. 3/8" flexible gas connector B. 3/8" dryer pipe C. 3/8" to 3/8" pipe elbow D. 3/8" pipe-to dryer location. A B A. Dispose of LP gas. If the dryer is parallel to its final position. 2. Remove the red cap from the gas pipe. Move the dryer close the door. The valve is open the dryer door and feel heat, cancel cycle and close to the...

Installation Instructions - Page 12

...29" Wide Models A Reversible Large Side Swing Door B C E A F B D D C 1. Insert and tighten top screws in bottom of the hinge. 6. Loosen (do not remove) top screws from cabinet side of hinges. 3. Loosen (do not remove) top screws from cabinet side of hinges. 3. Set door on left side of dryer to dryer...left side of dryer. Slide door up ) on top of dryer to gently ...

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