User Manual Maytag MGDX655DW 7.0 Cu. Ft. Gas Dryer with Extra-Large Capacity

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• Owner's manual - (English, French)

Table of contents

• CHECK YOUR VENT SYSTEM FOR GOOD AIR FLOW
• USE SENSOR DRY CYCLES FOR BETTER FABRIC CARE AND ENERGY SAVINGS
• CONTROL PANEL & FEATURES
• CYCLE GUIDE — SENSOR DRY CYCLES
• CYCLE GUIDE — TIMED DRY CYCLES
• USING YOUR DRYER
• DRYER CARE
• TROUBLESHOOTING

Owner 's Manual for Dryer

CHECK YOUR VENT SYSTEM FOR GOOD AIR FLOW

Good air flow

Along with heat, dryers require good air flow to efficiently dry laundry. Proper venting will reduce your drying times and improve your energy savings. See “Installation Instructions.”

The venting system attached to the dryer plays a big role in good air flow.

Service calls caused by improper venting are not covered by the warranty and will be paid by the customer, regardless of who installed the dryer.

Maintain good air flow by:

• Cleaning your lint screen before each load.
• Replace plastic or foil vent material with 4" (102 mm) diameter heavy, rigid vent material.

• Use the shortest length of vent possible.
• Use no more than four 90° elbows in a vent system; each bend and curve reduces air flow.

• Remove lint and debris from the exhaust hood.
• Remove lint from the entire length of the vent system at least every 2 years. When cleaning is complete, be sure to follow the “Installation Instructions” supplied with your dryer for final product check.
• Clear away items from the front of the dryer.

USE SENSOR DRY CYCLES FOR BETTER FABRIC CARE AND ENERGY SAVINGS

Use the SENSOR DRY cycles to provide the most energy savings and enhanced fabric care from the dryer. During SENSOR DRY cycles, drying air temperature or moisture level are sensed in the load. This sensing occurs throughout the drying cycle and the dryer shuts off when the load reaches the selected dryness. The Energy Preferred cycle will provide optimal energy savings.

With Timed Dry, the dryer runs the amount of time set and sometimes results in shrinkage, wrinkling, and static due to over-drying. Use Timed Dry for the occasional damp load that needs a little more drying time or when using the drying rack.

CONTROL PANEL & FEATURES

Not all features and options are available on all models. Appearance may vary.

TEMPERATURE

Select a drying temperature based on the fabrics in your load. If you are unsure of the temperature to select for a load, select the lower setting rather than the higher setting.

SIGNAL

The Signal produces an audible sound when the drying cycle is finished. Promptly removing clothes at the end of the cycle reduces wrinkling.

Turn the SIGNAL knob to select the desired setting (Off, Low, or High).

CYCLE KNOB

Use Cycle Knob to select available cycles on your dryer. Turn the knob to select a cycle for your laundry load. See “Cycle Guide” for detailed descriptions of cycles.

TIMED DRY

Will run the dryer for the specified time on the control. On models with a selectable temperature knob, you may choose a setting based on the fabrics in your load. On some models, temperature is included in the cycle selections. Drying time and temperature will depend on your dryer model.

SENSOR DRY

Senses moisture in the load or air temperature and shuts off when the load reaches the selected dryness level. Gives the best drying in the shortest time. Drying time will vary based on fabric type, load size, and temperature setting.

WRINKLE CONTROL Feature

The WRINKLE CONTROL feature will run after your drying cycle is complete. It periodically starts and stops the dryer, tumbling the load without heat to help avoid wrinkling.

WRINKLE CONTROL automatically starts at the end of the cycle. Opening the door will stop this feature.

• Get up to 120 minutes of heat-free, periodic tumbling at the end of a cycle. Turn the WRINKLE CONTROL knob to OFF, 60 min., or 120 min. at any time before the cycle has ended.

NOTE: A signal will sound periodically when the WRINKLE CONTROL setting is selected, but only if the Signal is also selected.

PUSH TO START

Press the PUSH TO START knob to start the dryer.

CYCLE GUIDE — SENSOR DRY CYCLES

SENSOR DRY - Senses moisture in the load or air temperature and shuts off when the load reaches the selected dryness level. Choose ENERGY PREFERRED cycle for optimal energy savings.

Not all cycles and settings are available on all models.

NOTE: If loads do not seem as dry as you would like, select More Dry next time you dry a similar load. If loads seem drier than you like, select Less Dry next time you dry a similar load.

CYCLE GUIDE — TIMED DRY CYCLES

TIMED DRY - Will run the dryer for the specified time on the control. Not all cycles and settings are available on all models.

Setting the Drying Temperature

If your dryer has multiple heat settings:

A High temperature setting may be used for drying heavyweight items such as towels and work clothes.

A Low to Medium temperature setting may be used for drying medium-weight items such as sheets, blouses, dresses, underwear, permanent press fabrics, and some knits.

Use the Air Fluff (no heat) setting for foam, rubber, plastic, or heat-sensitive fabrics.

Line dry bonded or laminated fabrics.

NOTE: If you have questions about drying temperatures for various loads, refer to the care label directions.

USING YOUR DRYER

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this dryer.

Before using your dryer, wipe the dryer drum with a damp cloth to remove dust from storing and shipping.

1. Clean the lint screen

Clean the lint screen before each load. Pull the lint screen out of its holder. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers. Do not rinse or wash screen to remove lint. Push the lint screen firmly back into place.

For additional cleaning information, see “Dryer Care”.

2. Load the dryer

Place laundry in the dryer. Close the door.

Do not tightly pack the dryer; clothes should be able to tumble freely.

NOTE: Your model may have a different door than the one shown. Some models have drop down doors.

3. Select the desired cycle

Select the desired cycle for your load. See the Cycle Guide for more information about each cycle.

SENSOR DRY Cycles

You can select a different dryness level, depending on your load, by turning the knob to dryness level.

Selecting More Dry, Energy Preferred, or Less Dry automatically adjusts the dryness level of the fabrics at which the dryer will shut off.

SENSOR DRY cycles give the best drying in the shortest time. Drying time varies based on fabric type, load size, and dryness setting. Choose Energy Preferred for optimal energy savings. Less Dry removes less moisture and is used for loads you may want to put on a hanger to complete drying.

More Dry removes more load moisture. Energy Preferred is used for a starting point for SENSOR DRY cycles.

4. Set temperature

Select temperature by turning the knob to the desired position or select the Sensor Dry cycle that has the temperature included in the cycle selections. Turn the TEMPERATURE knob to change the drying temperature setting. See “Setting the Drying Temperature”.

NOTE: Not all options and settings are available with all cycles.

5. Select Signal (if desired)

Turn the SIGNAL knob to select the desired setting (Off, Low, or High). The Signal produces an audible sound when the drying cycle is finished. Promptly removing clothes at the end of the cycle reduces wrinkling.

6. Select Wrinkle Control (if desired)

Select Wrinkle Control by turning the knob to the desired position.

Get up to 120 minutes of heat-free, periodic tumbling at the end of a cycle. Turn the WRINKLE CONTROL knob to OFF, 60 min., or 120 min. at any time before the cycle has ended.

NOTE: Not all options and settings are available with all cycles.

7. Press PUSH TO START to begin cycle

Push and hold the PUSH TO START knob to begin the cycle.

DRYING RACK

To purchase a drying rack for your dryer, please refer to “Assistance or Service” on the back cover of the manual or contact the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer.

DRYER CARE

Cleaning the dryer location

Keep dryer area clear and free from items that would block the air flow for proper dryer operation. This includes clearing piles of laundry in front of the dryer.

Cleaning the dryer interior

To clean dryer drum

1. Apply a liquid, nonflammable household cleaner to the stained area of the drum and rub with a soft cloth until stain is removed.

2. Wipe drum thoroughly with a damp cloth.

3. Tumble a load of clean cloths or towels to dry the drum.

NOTE: Garments that contain loose dyes, such as denim blue jeans or brightly colored cotton items, may discolor the dryer interior. These stains are not harmful to your dryer and will not stain future loads of clothes. Dry these items inside out to avoid drum staining.

Removing accumulated lint

From Inside the Dryer Cabinet Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending on dryer usage. Cleaning should be done by a qualified servicer.

From the Exhaust Vent

Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending on dryer usage.

Cleaning the lint screen

Every load cleaning

The lint screen is located in the dryer. A screen blocked by lint can increase drying time.

To clean:

1. Pull the lint screen out of its holder. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers. Do not rinse or wash screen to remove lint. Wet lint is hard to remove.

2. Push the lint screen firmly back into place.

IMPORTANT:

• Do not run the dryer with the lint screen loose, damaged, blocked, or missing. Doing so can cause overheating and damage to both the dryer and fabrics.
• If lint falls off the screen into the dryer during removal, check the exhaust hood and remove the lint. See “Venting Requirements.”

As needed cleaning

Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can build up on the lint screen. This buildup can cause longer drying times for your clothes, or cause the dryer to stop before your load is completely dry. The screen is probably clogged if lint falls off while the screen is in the dryer.

Clean the lint screen with a nylon brush every 6 months, or more frequently, if it becomes clogged due to a residue buildup.

To wash:

1. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers.

2. Wet both sides of lint screen with hot water.

3. Wet a nylon brush with hot water and liquid detergent. Scrub lint screen with the brush to remove residue buildup.

4. Rinse screen with hot water.

5. Thoroughly dry lint screen with a clean towel. Reinstall screen in dryer.

Vacation, storage, and moving care

Non-Use or Storage Care

Operate your dryer only when you are at home. If you will be on vacation or not using your dryer for an extended period of time, you should:

1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.

2. (For gas dryers only): Close shut-off valve to gas supply line.

3. Clean lint screen. See “Cleaning the Lint Screen.”

Moving Care

For power supply cord-connected dryers:

1. Unplug the power supply cord.

2. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.

3. Use tape to secure dryer door.

For direct-wired dryers:

1. Turn off power at fuse or breaker box.

2. Disconnect wiring.

3. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.

4. Use tape to secure dryer door.

For gas dryers:

1. Unplug or disconnect power to dryer.

2. Close shut-off valve in gas supply line.

3. Disconnect gas supply line pipe and remove fittings attached to dryer pipe.

4. Cap the open fuel supply line.

5. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.

6. Use tape to secure dryer door.

Reinstalling the Dryer

Follow the “Installation Instructions” to locate, level, and connect the dryer.

Changing the drum light (on some models)

1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.

2. Open the dryer door. Locate the light bulb cover on the back wall of the dryer. Using a Phillips-head screwdriver, remove the screw located in the lower right-hand corner of the cover. Remove the cover.

3. Turn bulb counterclockwise. Replace the bulb with a 10-watt appliance bulb only. Replace the cover and secure with the screw.

4. Plug into a grounded outlet or reconnect power.

TROUBLESHOOTING

First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at maytag/product_help - In Canada maytag for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call.

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