Amana NDG5805AWW, NDG2335AWW, NDE8805AZW, NDE8805AYW, NDE5805AZW Owner’s Manual
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Dryer
Use&(:oreGuide
Important Safety Instructions ........ 1-2
Using the Controls
Auto Dry Models ..................... 3-4
Electronic Controls .................... 5-7
Operating Tips ....................... 8
Accessories ......................... 8
Care & Cleaning ...................... 9
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Form No./U06/05 Part No. 2205340 www.amana.com Litho U.S.A. _2005 Maytag Appliances Sales Co
Reversing the Door .................. 10
Dryer Exhaust Tips ................... 11
Troubleshooting .................... 12
Service & Warranty ................. 13
Guide d'utUisation et d'entretien ...... 14
Guia de uso y cuidado ............... 28
ImportnntSnfetyInstructions
What You Need to Know About
Safety Instructions
Warning and Important Safety Instructions appearing in
this guide are not meant to cover all possible
conditions and situations that may occur. Common
sense, caution and care must be exercised when
installing, maintaining or operating appliance.
Always contact the manufacturer about problems or
conditions you do not understand.
Recognize Safety Symbols, Words,
Labels
Importnn!SnfetyInstructions
1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.
2. To avoid the possibility of fire or explosion:
a. Do not dry items that have been previously
cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted
with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, other
flammable or explosive substances as they give
off vapors that could ignite or explode. Any
material on which you have used a cleaning
solvent, or which is saturated with flammable
liquids or solids, should not be placed in the
dryer, until all traces of these flammable liquids
or solids and their fumes have been removed.
There are many highly flammable items used in
homes, such as: acetone, denatured alcohol,
gasoline, kerosene, some liquid household
cleaners, some spot removers, turpentine, waxes
and wax removers.
b. Items containing foam rubber (may be labeled
latex foam) or similarly textured rubber-like
materials must not be dried on a heat setting.
Foam rubber materials when heated, can under
certain circumstances produce fire by
spontaneous combustion.
3. De not allow children or pets to play on, in, or in
front of the appliance. Close supervision is
necessary when the appliance is used near
children and pets.
/4. Before the appliance is removed from service or
discarded, remove the door to the drying
compartment.
5. De not reach into the appliance if the drum is
moving.
6. Do not install or store this appliance where it will
be exposed to the weather.
7. Do not tamper with controls.
8. Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance
or attempt any servicing unless specifically
recommended in published user-repair instructions
that you understand and have the skills to carry out.
9. Do not use fabric softeners or products to
eliminate static unless recommended for dryer use
by the manufacturer of the fabric softener or
product.
10.
Clean the lint screen before or after each load.
11.
Keep the area around the exhaust opening and
surrounding areas free from lint accumulation, dust
and dirt.
12.
The interior of the dryer and exhaust duct should be
cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel.
13.
This appliance must be properly grounded. Never
plug the appliance cord into a receptacle which is
not grounded adequately and in accordance with
local and national codes. See installation
instructions for grounding this appliance.
1/4. Do not sit on top of the clothes dryer.
Important Safety
Notice & Warning
The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic
Enforcement Act of 1986 (Proposition 65) requires the
Governor of California to publish a list of substances
known to the State of California to cause cancer or
reproductive harm, and requires businesses to warn
customers of potential exposures to such substances.
Users of this appliance are hereby warned that the
burning of gas can result in low-level exposure to
some of the listed substances, including benzene,
formaldehyde, and soot, due primarily to the
incomplete combustion of natural gas or liquid
petroleum (LP) fuels. Exhaust ducts should be kept
free of obstructions and properly exhausted dryers will
minimize exposure.
Note: Because of continuing product
improvements, Amana reserves the right to change
specifications without notice. For complete details,
see the Installation Instructions packed with your
product before selecting cabinetry, making cutouts
or beginning installation.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
UsingtheControls-AutoDryModels
Select Temperature
In order to select the correct temperature, turn the
Temperature control to one of four choices; Regular,
Medium (select models), Delicate or Air Fluff.
Regular Sturdy cottons or labels marked
Tumble Dry.
Medium For wrinkle-free/permanent press
(select models) synthetics and lightweight cottons
labeled Tumble Dry Medium.
Delicate For heat sensitive items labeled
Tumble Dry Low or Tumble Dry
Medium.
Air Fluff Items which need freshening.
Load tumbles with room
temperature air.
Select Cycle
Select Options
End of Cycle Signal
When the cycle is complete, a signal will sound. The
signal can be canceled by turning the switch to Off.
Remove load immediately to reduce wrinkling.
Extended Tumble Cselect models)
Extended Tumble is provided to minimize wrinkles in
the Auto Dry No Iron Fabrics cycle. This feature
provides an extra 60 minutes of unheated tumble
action at the end of the cycle. Clothes can be removed
any time during this portion of the cycle.
The additional 60 minutes of unheated tumbling can
be canceled by turning the switch to Off.
To select a cycle, rotate the control dial to the desired
setting. When using an Auto Dry Regular cycle, the
control dial should point between More Dry and Less
Dry for most loads.
Loads of larger or bulkier size may require the More
Dry setting to completely dry the load. The Less Dry
setting is best suited for lightweight fabrics or for
leaving some moisture in the clothing at the end of the
cycle.
Auto Dry Regular
The Auto Dry Regular cycle is designed to dry most
cottons and linens. At the end of the cycle, the clothes
are cooled to reduce wrinkling for approximately
10 minutes.
Auto Dry No Iron Fabrics
The Auto Dry No Iron Fabrics cycle is designed to dry
wrinkle-free cottons, synthetic fabrics, double knits and
permanent press fabrics automatically. At the end of
the cycle, the clothes are cooled for approximately 10
minutes to reduce wrinkling. If the load is not removed
from the dryer and Extended Tumble (select models)
has been selected, the cycle will advance to Extended
Tumble which provides additional unheated tumbling
time. (See Step 2).
Cycles and options may vary by model.
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Time Dry/Air Fluff
This cycle can be used to regulate the drying time. Use
with Air Fluff, Delicate, Medium (select models) or
Regular temperature settings. For timed drying, turn
the control dial until the pointer points to the proper
time setting in the Time Dry/Air Fluff cycle.
I Note: Using the Air Fluff temperature setting willrequire a longer drying time.
Damp Dry
Damp Dry is located on the Time Dry/Air Fluff section
of the dial. It is designed to partially dry items and can
be used with any temperature selection. Damp Dry will
provide 20 minutes of tumbling time, followed by
10 minutes of cool-down tumbling.
Touch Up/Refresh
Touch Up/Refresh will release wrinkles from items that
are clean and dry but only slightly wrinkled, such as
from a crowded closet or suitcase, or from sitting in
the dryer too long after the cycle has ended. Touch
Up/Refresh provides 10 minutes of tumbling followed
by 10 minutes of cool-down tumbling and can be used
with any temperature selection.
Push the Control Dial in
to Start
Push the control dial in to start the dryer. The dryer
door must be closed for the dryer to start.
Note: The dial can be turned in either direction to
select a cycle. Once started, the dial will not
advance at a specific rate during the Auto Dry
cycles. At first the dial may not advance at all.
Toward the end of the cycle (when the load begins
to dry), the dial will advance at a more regular rate
and much more quickly. This is normal operation.
UsingtheControls-ElectronicControls
Select Temperature
Auto Temp [preferred setting:)
When Auto Temp is selected, the dryer will
automatically select the most appropriate drying
temperature based on the cycle and dryness settings
selected.
If you prefer not to use Auto Temp, turn the
temperature selector knob to the desired setting.
Regular Sturdy cottons or labels marked
Tumble Dry.
Medium For wrinkle-free/permanent press
synthetics, lightweight cottons
labeled Tumble Dry Medium.
Delicate For heat sensitive items labeled
Tumble Dry Low or Tumble Dry
Medium.
Air Fluff Items which need freshening.
Load tumbles with room
temperature air.
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Select Dryness Setting
To select the dryness level, turn the Dryness Setting
knob to the desired setting.
Most loads will use the Normal Dry setting. Loads of
larger or bulkier size may require the More Dry setting
to completely dry the load.
Select Options (if desired)
End of Cycle Chime
When the cycle is complete, an audible chime will
sound. The chime will sound intermittently during
Wrinkle Prevent. To turn the Chime off, turn the Chime
selector switch to Off.
Wrinkle Prevent
Wrinkle Prevent provides approximately 95 minutes of
intermittent tumbling in unheated air at the end of the
cycle to reduce wrinkling. Set the Wrinkle Prevent
knob On to activate this feature. The additional 95
minutes of unheated tumbling can be canceled by
turning the switch to Off.
The Less Dry setting is best suited for lightweight
fabrics or for leaving some moisture in the load at the
end of the cycle. Damp Dry is designed to partially dry
items. Use for items that lay flat or hang to dry.
Select Cycle
To select a cycle, rotate the Cycle Selector dial to the
desired cycle. The indicator light by the cycle name will
illuminate.
The dryer cycles are Sensor Dry cycles. Sensor Dry
automatically senses the moisture in the load and
shuts the dryer off when the selected dryness level
(Damp Dry to More Dry) is reached.
Cycles and options may vary by model.
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Refresh Delicates
The Refresh cycle is designed to release wrinkles from
items that are clean and dry but only slightly wrinkled,
such as from a crowded closet or suitcase or from
sitting in the dryer too long after the cycle has ended.
Refresh can be used with any temperature selection.
Regular
The Regular cycle is designed to dry loads such as
towels and underwear.
The Delicates cycle is designed to dry heat-sensitive
items at the Delicates drying temperature.
Time Dry
The Time Dry cycle can be used to regulate the drying
time. Use with any temperature setting. For timed
drying, turn the cycle selector dial to the number of
minutes desired. An indicator light will illuminate by
the setting.
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Jeans
The Jeans cycle is designed to reduce wrinkling and
tangling in loads of jeans.
No Iron
The No Iron cycle is designed to dry wrinkle-free
cottons, synthetic fabrics, knits and permanent press
fabrics automatically. The cycle minimizes wrinkling by
providing a longer unheated cool-down period at the
end of the cycle.
Note: Using the Air Fluff temperature setting will
require a longer drying time.
Start the Dryer
After setting the cycle and desired options, press the
cycle selector dial to start the dryer. To pause the
cycle, press cycle selector dial again. To restart the
cycle, press cycle selector dial and the cycle will
resume from the point of interruption.
Power Off
Turn the cycle selector dial to Power Off and press
cycle selector dial to cancel the cycle and stop the
dryer.
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UsingtheControls-ElectronicControls
Features
Cycle Status Lights
The Drying light will illuminate and remain lit until the
dryer enters the cool down portion of the cycle. When
the dryer is in the cool down portion of the cycle, the
Cool Down light will illuminate.
The Wrinkle Prevent and Complete light will illuminate
when the dryer has moved into the Wrinkle Prevent
portion of the cycle. On some models, Wrinkle Prevent
will automatically follow the Wrinkle Control cycle.
The Complete light will illuminate when the cycle is
complete. The light will remain illuminated until the
dryer door is opened.
If the dryer is paused during a cycle, the Pause light
will illuminate until the cycle is resumed or the dryer is
turned off.
OperutingTips
Clean the Lint Filter
• After each load.
• To shorten drying time.
• To operate more energy efficiently.
Note: Do not operate the dryer without the lint
filter in place.
Load the Dryer Properly
• Place only one washload in the dryer at a time.
• Mixed loads of heavy and lightweight clothes will dry
differently. Lightweight clothes will dry, while heavy
clothes may be damp.
• Add one or more similar items to the dryer when only
one or two articles need drying. This improves the
tumbling action and drying efficiency.
• Overloading restricts tumbling action, resulting in
uneven drying as well as excessive wrinkling of some
fabrics.
• When drying large, bulky items such as a blanket or
comforter, it may be necessary to reposition the load
during the cycle to ensure even drying.
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Accessories
Optional Drying Rack
Select dryer models are equipped with a drying rack.
The drying rack is useful for drying items that require
no tumble drying, such as tennis shoes, sweaters,
stuffed toys or other delicate items.
Note: The Drying Rack, part no. 504105, is
available when not included with your dryer. See
your dealer or call 1-877-232-6771 to order.
Care& Cleanln9
Control Panel
Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive
substances.
Tumbler
Remove any stains such as crayon, ink pen or fabric
dye from new items (such as towels or jeans) with an
all-purpose cleaner. Then tumble old towels or rags to
remove any excess stain or cleaning substance. Once
these steps are done, stains may still be visible, but
should not transfer to subsequent loads.
Cabinet
Wipe off any marks with soap and water. Use an
appliance wax once a year if desired.
Dryer Exhaust System
Inspect and clean once a year to maintain optimum
performance. The outside exhaust hood should be
cleaned more frequently to ensure proper operation.
(Refer to the Installation Instructions for more
information.)
Special Laundry Tips
Please follow the care label or manufacturer's instructions for drying special items. If care label instructions are not
available, use the following information as a guide.
Bedspreads and • Follow the care label instructions or dry on the Regular cycle.
Comforters • Be sure the item is thoroughly dry before using or storing.
• May require repositioning to ensure even drying.
Blankets • Dry only one blanket at a time for best tumbling action.
• Be sure the item is thoroughly dry before using or storing.
Curtains and
Draperies
Cloth Diapers
Down-Filled
Items Oackets,
sleeping bags,
comforters, etc._)
Foam Rubber
(rug hacks,
stuffed toys,
certain shoulder
pads, etc.)
Pillows
Plastics
(shower curtains,
outdoor furniture
covers, etc.)
• Select the No Iron cycle to help minimize wrinkling.
• Dry in small loads for best results and remove as soon as possible.
• Select the Regular cycle for soft, fluffy diapers.
• Select the Regular cycle and a Delicate temperature setting.
• Place a clean pair of sneakers in the dryer with the item to fluff the down comforters, etc.
Adding a couple of dry towels shortens dry time and absorbs moisture.
• Do not dry on a heat setting. Select the Time Dry/Air Fluff (no-heat) cycle.
• _, WARNING - Drying a rubber item with heat may damage it or be a fire hazard.
• Do not dryer-dry kapok or foam pillows.
• Select the Regular cycle.
• Add a couple of dry towels and a pair of clean sneakers to help the tumbling action and
to fluff the item.
• Select the Time Dry cycle on a Delicate or Air Fluff temperature depending on the
care label instructions.
ReversingtheDoor
Reversing the Door
Follow these steps to reverse the door:
1. Remove four hinge-attaching screws.
2. Remove all nine screws from door and hinges.
3. Pull bottom of door liner out (A), then pull down
(B), removing door liner from door panel.
4. Rotate door panel 180° as shown.
5. Remove door strike from door liner and reinstall on
opposite side.
6. Insert liner under flange on bottom of door (A),
then push top of door liner into place (B).
7. Reinstall nine screws removed in Step 2.
8. Using screwdriver, remove two door plugs and
reinstall on opposite side of door opening.
9. Reinstall four hinge attaching screws removed in
Step 1.
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Dryer|xhoustTips
Do DON'T
DONYT
Do
Restrict your dryer with a
Let your dryer exhaust
the air easily.
poor exhaust system.
Let a poor exhaust system
cause slow drying.
O 4"
d ,%nct,0,d
metal duct. Ta
joints, including at the dryer. _ -
Never use lint-trapping screws.
T I_
Do
Keep duct runs as straight
as possible.
DONYT
Use plastic, thin foil, or
non-metal flexible duct.
DONYT (I I
Use longer than necessary
duct runs with many
elbows.
Do i
Clean all old ducts before installing
your new dryer. Be sure vent flap
opens and closes freely. Inspect
and clean the exhaust system
annually.
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DONIT
Allow crushed or clogged
ducts and vent.
Troubleshooting
Doesn't Run
Doesn't Heat
Doesn't Dry
Properly
Is Noisy
• Be sure the door is shut.
• Check to make sure the electrical cord is plugged in.
• Check fuse or reset circuit breaker.
• Push the control dial in again if the door was opened during the cycle.
• Check fuse or reset circuit breaker.
• Select a heat setting, not air fluff.
• Check that the gas supply is on for gas dryers.
• Clean the lint filter and exhaust duct.
• Dryer timer may have moved into the cool-down portion of the cycle.
Check all of the above, plus...
• Check the exhaust hood outside the house, make sure it opens and closes freely.
• Check exhaust system for lint buildup. Ducting should be inspected and cleaned annually.
• Use rigid 4" metal exhaust duct.
• Do not overload. 1 wash load = 1 dryer load.
• Sort heavy items from lightweight items.
• Large, bulky items like blankets or comforters may require repositioning to ensure even
drying.
• Check the washer to be sure it is draining properly to extract water from the load.
• Clothes load is too small to tumble properly. Add a few towels.
• Check the load for objects such as coins, nails, etc. Remove promptly from dryer.
• It is normal to hear the dryer gas valve or heating element cycle on and off during the
drying cycle.
• The dryer should be level and installed on a solid floor.
• A clicking noise may be the timer advancing.
• It is normal for the dryer to hum due to the high velocity of air moving through the dryer
drum and exhaust system.
Control Knob
Advances
Slowly
[select models)
Dries Unevenly
Has an Odor
This is normal operation for an Auto Dry or Sensor cycle, especially at the beginning of
cycle. Once the load begins to dry, the control knob will start to advance. The rate of
advancement will be slow at the beginning of the cycle because there is more moisture in
the load. As the load becomes more dry, the control knob will advance more quickly.
Seams, pockets and other similar heavy areas may not be completely dry when the rest of
the load has reached the selected dryness level. This is normal. Select the More Dry
setting if desired.
If one heavy item is dried with a lightweight load, such as one towel with sheets, it is
possible that the heavy item will not be completely dry when the rest of the load has
reached the selected dryness level. Sort heavy items from lightweight items for best drying
results.
Household odors such as from painting, varnishing, strong cleaners, etc. may enter the
dryer with the surrounding room air. This is normal as the dryer draws the air from the
room, heats it, pulls it through the tumbler and exhausts it to the outside. When these
odors are present in the air, ventilate the room completely before using the dryer.
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Service& Warram¥
What is Not Covered By These Warranties:
1. Conditions and damages resulting from any of the following:
a. Improper installation, delivery, or maintenance.
b. Any repair, modification, alteration, or adjustment not
authorized by tile manufacturer or an authorized servicer.
c. Misuse, abuse, accidents, unreasonable use, or acts of God.
d. Incorrect electric current, voltage, electrical and/or gas
supplies.
e. Improper setting of any control.
2. Warranties are void if the original serial numbers have been
removed, altered or cannot be readily determined.
3. Light bulbs.
4. Products purchased for commercial or industrial use.
5. The cost of service or service call to:
a. Correct installation errors. For dryers, this includes dryer
venting. Heavy 4" (10.2 cm) metal exhaust vent must be used.
Refer to your Installation Instruction.
b. Instruct the user on tile proper use of tile product.
c. Transport tile appliance to the servicer and back.
6. Consequential or incidental damages sustained by any person
as a result of any breach of these warranties.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential
or incidental damages, so the above exclusion may not apply.
If You Need Service
First see the Troubleshooting section in your Use and Care Guide or
call Customer Service at 1-800-688-9900 USA or
1-800-688-2002 Canada.
To Obtain Warranty Service
To locate an authorized service company in your area contact the
dealer from whom your appliance was purchased or call Maytag
ServicessM,Customer Assistance. Should you not receive satisfactory
warranty service, please call or write:
Maytag ServicessM
Attn: CAIR_Center
P.O.Box 2370, Cleveland, TN 37320-2370
U.S. 1-800-688-9900
Canada 1-800-688-2002
U.S. customers using TTY for deaf, hearing impaired or
speech impaired, call 1-800-688-2080.
Note: When contacting Maytag Services sM, Customer Assistance
about a service problem, please include the following:
a. Your name, address and telephone number.
b. Model number and serial number (found on the left-hand
side of the door opening of your appliance).
c. Name and address of your dealer and the date the
appliance was purchased.
d. A clear description of the problem you are [laving.
e. Proof of purchase.
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Use & Care Guides, service manuals and parts information are available from Maytag ServicessM,Customer Assistance.
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