Maytag MGDE500VW Support Question
Maytag MGDE500VW Support Question
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Question posted by anitadepreysod on November 25th, 2014
Gas Conversion
Where Do The Conversion Parts For The Gas Conversion Go?
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Related Maytag MGDE500VW Manual Pages
Owners Manual - Page 4
... of Massachusetts. ■ If using a ball valve, it shall be performed by a qualified or licensed contractor, plumber, or gasfitter qualified or licensed by
the State of how to use your dryer following installation instructions apply: ■ Installations and repairs must be a T-handle type. ■ A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3 feet.
Owners Manual - Page 5
...Select this cycle to start. Use Air Dry with TIMED DRY for optimal performance. Select ON or OFF, to control time and temperature. Press POWER •...load, and adjust drying time for items requiring drying without heat. Place laundry in dry items. See "Cycles" for more details. 1. Rotate the dial to reduce wrinkles and odors in dryer and shut door. 3.
STEAM CYCLES
Steam...
Owners Manual - Page 6
..., exercise wear, washable
woolens
*Estimated Time with Timed, Steam, or Sanitize Cycles. Some cycles are preset to adjust the cycle length of energy. A...load type and load size.
6
NSF Protocol P154 Sanitization Performance of all cycles. Drying tips ■ Follow care label directions when they are drying. Follow package instructions.
■ Remove the load from the dryer...
Owners Manual - Page 7
...completely.
When using Air Dry or Air Only ■ Check that part of the cycle is not recommended with steam cycles as it stops, wrinkles can be adjusted for Time, Temperature...PREVENT feature, the dryer stops after several minutes of clothes from the dryer as soon as rubber, plastic, and heat-sensitive fabrics. Steam Preset Cycle Settings
Timed Cycles Load Type
Default Temperature*
...
Owners Manual - Page 8
... a mixed load to each...The dryer enters the cool down part of the dryer. ...dryer to press the POWER- Signal On/Off
When on until a wet item is detected.
■ In a Sensor Cycle, if a wet item has not been detected within 10 minutes, the Sensing light will intermittently tumble for ease in a Timed Cycle. This feature is not selectable for Timed, Steam, or Sanitize Cycles.
Laundry...
Owners Manual - Page 10
... the dryer for Part Number W10200372. To order, call the dealer from whom you purchased your PERFORMANCE SERIES washer and dryer and wish to purchase a Door Reversal Kit. A
B
A. 10" (254 mm) pedestal B. 15.5" (394 mm) pedestal
The pedestals are installing your dryer or refer to the "Assistance or Service" section.
Clean the lint screen before each load...
Owners Manual - Page 11
... not using your
fingers. Because some water may discolor the dryer interior. If you should be on dryer usage. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. Gas models only: Close shutoff valve in gas supply line. 3. Steam models only: Shut off the water supply to stop before your dryer during removal, check the exhaust hood and remove the lint...
Owners Manual - Page 12
... inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are secure in dryer base. 6. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. Plug in gas supply line. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. Open the dryer door. Turn bulb counterclockwise. Shut off water faucet. 4. Special Instructions for Steam Models
Water Inlet Hoses
Replace inlet hoses and hose screen after 5 years...
Owners Manual - Page 13
... or curcuit breakers. Clean out pockets before laundering.
■ Is it a gas dryer? See "Installation Instructions."
■ Is the clothing knotted or balled up , the load will not run when this diagnostic code is crushed or kinked. Separate the load items and restart the dryer. Dryer displaying code message
■ "PF" (power failure), check the following...
Owners Manual - Page 14
... temperature below 45ºF (7ºC)? Check that can stain your garments.
The load may have ventilation openings at the beginning of the cycle. Lint on load or drum
■ Was dryer fabric softener properly used for most installations, the rear of dryer cycles requires temperatures above 45ºF (7ºC).
■ Is the Sensor cycle...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
..., or in the vicinity of this manual must conform 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 performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. Installation and service must be electrically grounded in accordance with the...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
...performed by a qualified or 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. Parts... available for gas connections)
Parts supplied Non-Steam Models
4 Leveling legs
Remove parts package from dryer drum.
Short...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
... mm)
B
14" (356 mm)
C
3 7/16" (87 mm)
Non-Steam (Electric or Gas)
1" (25 mm) 14" (356 mm) 3 7/16" (87 mm)
* Dimension A is approximate, depending on when the diamond marking on the leveling foot is greater than 1" (25 mm), install Extended Dryer Feet Kit, Part Number 279810.
See "Electrical Requirements."
■ A sturdy floor to water...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
..." (827 mm)
31 1/2" (800 mm)
C**
5" (127 mm)
5" (127 mm)
*Required spacing **For side or bottom venting, 0" (0 mm) spacing is no longer visible. Dryer only
A
B
C*
D
E*
Steam (Electric or Gas)
Non-Steam (Electric or Gas)
A
0" (0 mm)
0" (0 mm)
B
38" (965 mm)
38" (965 mm)
C*
1" (25 mm)
1" (25 mm)
D
27" (686 mm)
27" (686 mm)
E*
1" (25 mm)
1" (25 mm...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
... mm)
76" (1930 mm)
A*
1"
27"
1"
(25 mm)
(686 mm)
(25 mm)
Steam (Electric or Gas)
Non-Steam (Electric or Gas)
A*
5 ½" (140 mm)
5" (127 mm)
*Required spacing
NOTE: Some models are not recommended for information on ordering.
7 For gas dryers
■ Mobile Home Installation Kit Part Number 346764.
Recommended installation spacing for cabinet installation
NOTE: Some models...
Installation Instructions - Page 9
... a qualified person include: licensed heating personnel, authorized gas company personnel, and authorized service personnel. LP gas conversion: Conversion must have a qualified person make sure gas pressure does not exceed 13" (330 mm) water column. Install a shut-off valve. The location should use with appropriate conversion. ■ Your dryer must be connected to flare adapter
fitting...
Installation Instructions - Page 10
... an adapter. Shown is required.
or 20-amp fused electrical supply is a recommended connection. A
B
B
*6¼" (159 mm)
1½"
A
(38 mm)
A. 1/2" NPT gas supply line B. 3/8" NPT dryer pipe
*NOTE: If the dryer is properly grounded.
Do not remove ground prong. Du Pont De Nemours and Company.
10 grounding conductor can result in the supply...
Installation Instructions - Page 11
... metal foil vent. Failure to achieve the best drying performance.
The dryer exhaust must be in death or fire.
If this dryer MUST BE
EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. Flexible metal vent ■ ...Flexible metal vents are recommended. ■ Rigid metal vent is not plugged with lint. ■ Replace any gas vent,...
Installation Instructions - Page 13
...gas line. 4. Slide the dryer on faucet.
13 If connecting to existing vent, make sure the vent is secured to exhaust hood with new
rubber washer provided. CONNECT INLET HOSE (STEAM MODELS)
The dryer must fit inside the dryer...On gas models) Check that extend into the interior of the dryer (not the console panel). Determine vent length and elbows needed for best drying performance
&#...
Installation Instructions - Page 14
.... COMPLETE INSTALLATION
1. Check that all packaging materials. 4. Check that the dryer is closed. Steam Models Only: 12. Excessive scale buildup may clog different parts of "Y" connector. If the dryer will reduce product performance. Attach this end to fill valve at the start the dryer. LEVEL DRYER
Check the levelness of the long hose has a wire mesh strainer...
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