Amana NEC3240FW Use & Care Guide

240-Volt Electric

Sécheuse Électrique

Compact Dryer

Use and Care Guide

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Table of Contents

DRYER SAFETY ......................................................................... 2

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ............................................... 4

USING YOUR DRYER .............................................................. 16

DRYER CARE ........................................................................... 18

TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................. 19

WARRANTY .............................................................................. 22

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ..................................BACK COVER

compacte 240 volts

Guide d’utilisation et

d’entretien

Table des matières

SÉCURITÉ DE LA SÉCHEUSE ................................................ 24

INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION ......................................... 26

UTILISATION DE LA SÉCHEUSE ............................................ 39

ENTRETIEN DE LA SÉCHEUSE .............................................. 41

DÉPANNAGE ............................................................................ 42

GARANTIE ................................................................................ 45

ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE ............... COUVERTURE ARRIÈRE

W10773360A W10773369A-SP

Dryer Safety

Installation Instructions

Tools and Parts

Tools needed

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here.

Parts supplied

Remove parts package from the dryer drum. Check that all parts listed are included.

Flat-blade screwdriver #2 Phillips screwdriver

¼” nut driver or socket wrench (recommended)

Tape measure Vent clamps

Tin snips (new vent installations)

Cycle control knob

Leveling legs (4)

Start button

Parts needed

Check local codes, existing electrical supply and venting, and see “Venting Requirements” and “Electrical Requirements” before purchasing parts.

■ Mobile home installations require metal exhaust

system hardware.

Location Requirements

Level Pliers

Adjustable wrench that opens to 1” (25 mm) or hex-head socket wrench

Wire Stripper (direct wire installations)

Caulking gun and compound (for installing new exhaust vent)

Wood block

You will need

■ A location that allows for proper exhaust installation. See

“Venting Requirements.”

■ A separate 30-amp circuit.

■ A grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft (610 mm) of

either side of the dryer. See “Electrical Requirements.”

■ A sturdy ﬂoor to support the dryer weight (dryer and load)

of 115 lbs (52 kg). The combined weight of a companion appliance should also be considered.

■ A level ﬂoor with a maximum slope of 1" (25 mm) under

entire dryer.

Do not operate your dryer at temperatures below 45°F (7°C). At lower temperatures, the dryer might not shut off at the end of an automatic cycle. Drying times can be extended.

The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will be exposed to water and/or weather.

Check code requirements. Some codes limit, or do not permit, installation of the dryer in garages, closets, mobile homes, or sleeping quarters. Contact your local building inspector.

Installation Clearances

(787 mm)

36"

(25 mm)

(600 mm)

(210 mm)

(83 mm)

(303 mm)

(25 mm)

A B

The location must be large enough to allow the dryer door to open fully.

Dryer Dimensions

Front View

/4"

*20

(527 mm)

31"

Minimum spacing for recessed area and closet installation

The following dimensions shown are for the minimum spacing allowed when the dryer is to be operated with, or without, the Stack Stand Kit. To purchase a Stack Stand Kit, see “Assistance or Service.”

■ Additional spacing should be considered for ease of

installation and servicing.

■ Additional clearances might be required for wall, door, and

ﬂoor moldings.

■ For closet installation with a door, minimum ventilation

openings in the top and bottom of the door are required. Louvered doors with equivalent ventilation openings are acceptable.

■ Companion appliance spacing should also be considered.

Recessed or closet installation - Dryer only

14"* (356 mm)

81/4"

235/8"

(25 mm)

237/8"

(606 mm)

Side View

(914 mm)

(527 mm)

Back View

/4"

117/8"

(25 mm)

31/4"

18"* (457 mm)

51/2"*

(140 mm)

A. Side view - closet or confined area B. Recessed area

1" (25 mm)

*Most installations require a minimum 5½" (140 mm) clearance behind the dryer for the exhaust vent with elbows. See “Venting Requirements.”

Recessed or closet installation - Stacked

12"*

(25 mm)

51/2"

(76 mm)

48 in. *

DRYER

WASHER

(25 mm)

1"*

(25 mm)

(309.7 cm )

24 in. *

(154.8 cm )

3"*

(76 mm)

3"*

(76 mm)

A. Recessed area B. Side view - closet or confined area C. Closet door with vents

Mobile Home - Additional Location Requirements

This dryer is suitable for mobile home installations. The installation must conform to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction and Safety, Title 245, HUD Part 280) or Standard CAN/CSAZ240 MH.

Mobile home installations require:

Metal exhaust system hardware, which is available for purchase from your dealer.

Special provisions must be made in mobile homes to introduce outside air into the dryer. The opening (such as a nearby window) should be at least twice as large as the dryer exhaust opening.

Electrical Requirements

It is your responsibility

■ To contact a qualiﬁed electrical installer.

■ To be sure that the electrical connection is adequate and in

conformance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70-latest edition and all local codes and ordinances.

The National Electrical Code requires a 4-wire supply connection for homes built after 1996, dryer circuits involved in remodeling after 1996, and all mobile home installations.

A copy of the above code standards can be obtained from: National Fire Protection Association, One Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269.

■ To supply the required 3 or 4 wire, single phase, 120/240 volt,

60 Hz., AC only electrical supply (or 3 or 4 wire, 120/208 volt electrical supply, if speciﬁed on the serial/rating plate) on a separate 30-amp circuit, fused on both sides of the line. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. Connect to an individual branch circuit. Do not have a fuse in the neutral or grounding circuit.

■ Do not use an extension cord.

■ If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is

recommended that a qualiﬁed electrician determine that the ground path is adequate.

Electrical Connection

To properly install your dryer, you must determine the type of electrical connection you will be using and follow the instructions provided for it here.

■ If local codes do not permit the connection of a neutral ground

wire to the neutral wire, see “Optional 3-wire connection” in the “Electrical Connection” section.

■ This dryer is manufactured ready to install with a 3-wire

electrical supply connection. The neutral ground wire is permanently connected to the neutral conductor (white wire) within the dryer. If the dryer is installed with a 4-wire electrical supply connection, the neutral ground wire must be removed from the external ground conductor screw (green screw), and secured under the neutral terminal (center or white wire) of the terminal block. When the neutral ground wire is secured under the neutral terminal (center or white wire) of the terminal block, the dryer cabinet is isolated from the neutral conductor.

■ A 4-wire power supply connection must be used when the

appliance is installed in a location where grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited. Grounding through the neutral is prohibited for (1) new branch-circuit installations, (2) mobile homes, (3) recreational vehicles, and (4) areas where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral conductors.

If using a power supply cord:

Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use with clothes dryers. The kit should contain:

■ A UL listed 30-amp power supply cord, rated 120/240 volt

minimum. The cord should be type SRD or SRDT and be at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long. The wires that connect to the dryer must end in ring terminals or spade terminals with upturned ends.

■ A UL listed strain relief.

If your outlet looks like this:

4-wire receptacle (14-30R)

Then choose a 4-wire power supply cord with ring or spade terminals and UL listed strain relief. The 4-wire power supply cord, at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long, must have four 10-gauge copper wires and match a 4-wire receptacle of NEMA Type 14-30R. The ground wire (ground conductor) may be either green or bare. The neutral conductor must be identiﬁed by a white cover.

If your outlet looks like this:

3-wire receptacle (10-30R)

Then choose a 3-wire power supply cord with ring or spade terminals and UL listed strain relief. The 3-wire power supply cord, at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long, must have three 10-gauge copper wires and match a 3-wire receptacle of NEMA Type 10-30R.

If connecting by direct wire:

Power supply cable must match power supply (4-wire or 3-wire) and be:

■ Flexible armored cable or nonmetallic sheathed copper cable

(with ground wire), protected with ﬂexible metallic conduit. All current-carrying wires must be insulated.

■ 10-gauge solid copper wire (do not use aluminum).

■ At least 5 ft (1.52 m) long.

Electrical Connection

C D

Power Supply Cord

Direct Wire

1. Disconnect power.

2. Remove the hold-down screw and terminal block cover.

A. Terminal block cover B. External ground conductor screw C. Center terminal block screw D. Hold-down screw location E. Neutral ground wire F. Hole below terminal block opening

3. Install strain relief.

Style 1: Power supply cord strain relief

■ Remove the screws from a ¾" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief

(UL marking on strain relief). Put the tabs of the two clamp sections into the hole below the terminal block opening so that one tab is pointing up and the other is pointing down, and hold in place. Tighten strain relief screws just enough to hold the two clamp sections together.

A. Strain relief tab pointing up B. Hole below terminal block opening C. Clamp section D. Strain relief tab pointing down

■ Put power supply cord through the strain relief. Be sure that

(127 mm)

(89 mm)

the wire insulation on the power supply cord is inside the strain relief. The strain relief should have a tight ﬁt with the dryer cabinet and be in a horizontal position. Do not further tighten strain relief screws at this point.

Electrical Connection Options

If your home has: And you will be

connecting to:

4-wire receptacle (NEMA Type 14-30R)

A UL listed, 120/240-volt minimum,

30-amp, dryer power supply cord*

Go to Section

4-wire connection: Power supply cord

Style 2: Direct wire strain relief

■ Unscrew the removable conduit connector and any screws

from a ¾" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief (UL marking on strain relief). Put the threaded section of the strain relief through the hole below the terminal block opening. Reaching inside the terminal block opening, screw the removable conduit connector onto the strain relief threads.

A. Removable conduit connector B. Hole below terminal block opening C. Strain relief threads

■ Put direct wire cable through the strain relief. The strain

relief should have a tight ﬁt with the dryer cabinet and be in a horizontal position. Tighten strain relief screw against the direct wire cable.

4-wire direct

3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R)

A fused disconnect or circuit breaker box*

A UL listed, 120/240-volt minimum,

4-wire connection: Direct Wire

3-wire connection: Power supply cord

30-amp, dryer power supply cord*

3-wire direct

3¹₂"

A fused disconnect or circuit breaker box*

3-wire connection: Direct Wire

*If local codes do not permit the connection of a cabinet-ground conductor to the neutral wire, go to “Optional 3-wire connection” section.

4-wire connection: Power Supply Cord

IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile

homes and where local codes do not permit the use of 3-wire connections.

A. 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-30R) B. 4-prong plug C. Ground prong D. Neutral prong E. Spade terminals with upturned ends F. ¾" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief G. Ring terminals

1. Remove center terminal block screw.

4. Now complete installation following instructions for your type

of electrical connection:

4-wire (recommended) 3-wire (if 4-wire is not available)

2. Remove neutral ground wire from external ground conductor

(127 mm)

screw. Connect neutral ground wire and the neutral wire (white or center wire) of power supply cord under center terminal block screw. Tighten screw.

4-wire connection: Direct Wire

IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile

homes and where local codes do not permit the use of 3-wire connections.

Direct wire cable must have 5 ft (1.52 m) of extra length so dryer can be moved if needed.

Strip 5" (127 mm) of outer covering from end of cable, leaving bare ground wire at 5" (127 mm). Cut 1½" (38 mm) from 3 remaining wires. Strip insulation back 1" (25 mm). Shape ends of wires into a hook shape.

(25 mm)

A. External ground conductor screw - Dotted line

shows position of NEUTRAL ground wire before

being moved to center terminal block screw B. Center terminal block screw C. Neutral wire (white or center wire) D. ¾" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief E. Neutral ground wire

3. Connect ground wire (green or bare) of power supply cord to

external ground conductor screw. Tighten screw.

A. External ground conductor screw B. Center terminal block screw C. Neutral wire (white or center wire) D. ¾" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief E. Neutral ground wire F. Ground wire (green or bare) of power supply cord

4. Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws.

Tighten screws.

5. Tighten strain relief screws.

6. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel.

Secure cover with hold-down screw.

7. You have completed your electrical connections. Now go to

“Venting Requirements.”

When connecting to the terminal block, place the hooked end of the wire under the screw of the terminal block (hook facing right), squeeze hooked end together and tighten screw, as shown.

1. Remove center terminal block screw.

2. Remove neutral ground wire from external ground conductor

screw. Connect neutral ground wire and place the hooked end (hook facing right) of the neutral wire (white or center wire) of direct wire cable under the center screw of the terminal block. Squeeze hooked ends together. Tighten screw.

A. External ground conductor screw - Dotted line

shows position of NEUTRAL ground wire before

being moved to center terminal block screw B. Center terminal block screw C. Neutral wire (white or center wire) D. ¾" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief E. Neutral ground wire

3. Connect ground wire (green or bare) of power supply cable to

(89 mm)

external ground conductor screw. Tighten screw.

2. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) of power supply

cord to the center terminal screw of the terminal block. Tighten screw.

4. Place the hooked ends of the other power supply cable wires

under the outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right). Squeeze hooked ends together. Tighten screws.

5. Tighten strain relief screws.

6. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel.

Secure cover with hold-down screw.

7. You have completed your electrical connections. Now go to

“Venting Requirements.”

3-wire connection: Power Supply Cord

Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire:

A. 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R) B. 3-wire plug C. Neutral prong D. Spade terminals with up turned ends E. ¾" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief F. Ring terminals G. Neutral (white or center wire)

1. Loosen or remove center terminal block screw.

A. Neutral ground wire B. External ground conductor screw C. Center terminal block screw D. Neutral wire (white or center wire) E. ¾" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief

3. Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws.

Tighten screws.

4. Tighten strain relief screws.

5. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel.

Secure cover with hold-down screw.

6. You have completed your electrical connections. Now go to

“Venting Requirements.”

3-wire connection: Direct Wire

Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire.

Direct wire cable must have 5 ft (1.52 m) of extra length so dryer can be moved if needed.

Strip 3½" (89 mm) of outer covering from end of cable. Strip insulation back 1" (25 mm). If using 3-wire cable with ground wire, cut bare wire even with outer covering. Bend ends of wires into a hook shape.

(25 mm)

3½"

When connecting to the terminal block, place the hooked end of the wire under the screw of the terminal block (hook facing right), squeeze hooked end together and tighten screw, as shown.

1. Loosen or remove center terminal block screw.

2. Place the hooked end of the neutral wire (white or center wire)

of power supply cable under the center screw of terminal block (hook facing right). Squeeze hooked end together. Tighten screw.

Optional 3-wire connection

Use for direct wire or power supply cord where local codes do not permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire.

1. Remove center terminal block screw.

2. Remove neutral ground wire from external ground conductor

screw. Connect neutral ground wire and the neutral wire (white or center wire) of power supply cord/cable under center terminal block screw. Tighten screw.

A. Neutral ground wire B. External ground conductor screw C. Center terminal block screw D. Neutral wire (white or center wire) E. ¾" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief

3. Place the hooked ends of the other power supply cable wires

under the outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right). Squeeze hooked ends together. Tighten screws.

4. Tighten strain relief screw.

5. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel.

Secure cover with hold-down screw.

6. You have completed your electrical connections. Now go to

“Venting Requirements.”

A. External ground conductor screw B. Neutral ground wire C. Center terminal block screw D. Neutral wire (white or center wire) E. ¾" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief F. Grounding path determined by a qualified electrician

3. Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws.

Tighten screws.

4. Tighten strain relief screws.

5. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel.

Secure cover with hold-down screw.

6. Connect a separate copper ground wire from the external

ground conductor screw to an adequate ground.

Venting

Venting Requirements

Exhaust hoods:

■ Must be at least 12" (305 mm) from ground or any object

that may obstruct exhaust (such as ﬂowers, rocks, bushes, or snow).

Recommended Style:

Louvered hood Box hood

Acceptable Style:

WARNING: To reduce the risk of ﬁre, this dryer MUST BE

EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances. Dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent,

chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space of a building. Only rigid or ﬂexible metal vent shall be used for exhausting.

4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent

■ Only a 4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps

may be used.

■ Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.

Rigid metal vent:

■ Recommended for best drying performance and to avoid

crushing and kinking.

Flexible metal vent: (Acceptable only if accessible to clean)

■ Must be fully extended and supported in ﬁnal dryer location.

■ Remove excess to avoid sagging and kinking that may result

in reduced airﬂow and poor performance.

■ Do not install in enclosed walls, ceilings, or ﬂoors.

■ The total length should not exceed 7¾ ft. (2.4 m).

NOTE: If using an existing vent system, clean lint from entire

length of the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with lint. Replace plastic or metal foil vents with rigid metal or ﬂexible metal vents. Review “Vent System Chart” and, if necessary, modify existing vent system to achieve best drying performance.

Angled hood

Elbows

45° elbows provide better airﬂow than 90° elbows.

Good

Clamps

■ Use clamps to seal all joints.

■ Exhaust vent must not be connected or secured with screws

or other fastening devices that extend into the interior of the duct, because they can catch lint. Do not use duct tape.

Improper venting can cause moisture and lint to collect indoors, which may result in:

Moisture damage to woodwork, furniture, paint, wallpaper, carpets, etc.

Housecleaning problems and health problems.

Better

Plan Vent System

Choose your exhaust installation type

Recommended exhaust installations:

Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer. Other installations are possible.

A. Exhaust hood B. Flexible metal or rigid metal vent C. Elbow

Alternate installations for close clearances:

Venting systems come in many varieties. Select the type best for your installation. Two close-clearance installations are shown. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions.

A B A. Over-the-top installation

(also available with one offset elbow)

B. Periscope installation

NOTE: The following kits for close clearance alternate installations are available for purchase. For information on ordering, see “Assistance or Service.”

■ Over-the-Top Installation:

Part Number 4396028

■ Periscope Installation (for use with dryer vent to wall

vent mismatch):

Part Number 4396037 - for mismatch of 0" (0 mm) to 18" (457 mm) Part Number 4396011 - for mismatch of 18" (457 mm) to

29" (737 mm) Part Number 4396014 - for mismatch of 29" (737 mm) to

50" (1.27 m)

Special provisions for mobile home installations

The exhaust vent must be securely fastened to a noncombustible portion of the mobile home structure and must not terminate beneath the mobile home. Terminate the exhaust vent outside.

Determine vent path

■ Select the route that will provide the straightest and most

direct path outdoors.

■ Plan the installation to use the fewest number of elbows

and turns.

■ When using elbows or making turns, allow as much room

as possible.

■ Bend vent gradually to avoid kinking.

■ Use the fewest 90° turns possible.

Determine vent length and elbows needed for best drying performance

■ Use the “Vent System Chart” below to determine type of vent

material and hood combinations acceptable to use.

NOTE: Do not use vent runs longer than those speciﬁed in the Vent system chart. Exhaust systems longer than those speciﬁed will:

■ Shorten the life of the dryer.

■ Reduce performance, resulting in longer drying times and

increased energy usage.

The “Vent System Chart” provides venting requirements that will help to achieve the best drying performance.

Vent System Chart

Number of

90° turns or elbows

0 1 2

Type of vent Box or

louvered hoods

Rigid metal 36 ft (11 m) 26 ft (7.9 m) Rigid metal 26 ft (7.9 m) 16 ft (4.9 m) Rigid metal 16 ft (4.9 m) 6 ft (1.8 m)

Angled hoods

Install Vent System

1. Install exhaust hood.

12" min.

(305 mm)

12" min.

(305 mm)

3. Start to screw legs into holes by hand. Use a wrench to ﬁnish

turning legs. They should stick out about 1" (25 mm).

Install exhaust hood and use caulking compound to seal exterior wall opening around exhaust hood.

2. Connect vent to exhaust hood.

Vent must ﬁt inside exhaust hood. Secure vent to exhaust hood with 4" (102 mm) clamp. Run vent to dryer location. Use the straightest path possible. See “Determine vent path” in “Plan Vent System.” Avoid 90° turns. Use clamps to seal all joints. Do not use duct tape, screws, or other fastening devices that extend into the interior of the vent to secure vent, because they can catch lint.

Install Leveling Legs

4. Place a carton corner post from dryer packaging under each

of the 2 dryer back corners. Stand the dryer up. Slide the dryer on the corner posts until it is close to its ﬁnal location. Leave enough room to connect the exhaust vent.

Connect Vent

1. Connect vent to exhaust outlet.

Using a 4" (102 mm) clamp, connect vent to exhaust outlet in dryer. If connecting to existing vent, make sure the vent is clean. Dryer vent must ﬁt over dryer exhaust outlet and inside exhaust hood. Check that vent is secured to exhaust hood with a 4" (102 mm) clamp.

2. Move dryer into its ﬁnal location. Avoid crushing or kinking

the vent.

1. To avoid damaging ﬂoor, use a large ﬂat piece of cardboard

from dryer carton. Place cardboard under entire back edge of the dryer.

2. Firmly grasp dryer body and gently lay dryer on cardboard.

See illustration.

3. Once exhaust vent connection is made, remove corner posts

and cardboard.

Level Dryer

1. Check levelness of dryer. Check levelness ﬁrst side to side,

then front to back.

Not Level LEVEL Not Level

2. Tighten and adjust leveling legs.

If dryer is not level, prop the dryer up using a wood block. Use a wrench to adjust the legs up or down and check again for levelness. Once legs are level, make sure all four legs are snug against the ﬂoor before tightening them.

Complete Installation

1. Check that all parts are now installed. If there is an extra part,

go back through the steps to see what was skipped.

2. Check that you have all of your tools.

3. Dispose of/recycle all packaging materials.

4. Check dryer’s ﬁnal location. Be sure vent is not crushed

or kinked.

5. Check that dryer is on a level surface.

6. For power supply cord installation, plug into an outlet. For

direct wire installation, turn on power.

7. Remove ﬁlm on the console and any tape remaining on dryer.

Remove tape from lint screen (located on inside back wall of dryer).

8. Read “Dryer Use.”

9. Wipe dryer drum interior thoroughly with a damp cloth to

remove any dust.

10. To test the dryer, set the dryer on a full heat cycle (not an air

cycle) for 20 minutes and start the dryer.

If the dryer will not start, check the following:

■ Controls are set in a running or “On” position.

■ START button has been ﬁrmly pressed.

■ Dryer is plugged into an outlet and/or electrical supply

is on.

■ Household fuse is intact and tight, or circuit breaker has

not tripped.

■ Dryer door is closed.

11. When the dryer has been running for 5 minutes, open the

dryer door and feel for heat. If you feel heat, cancel cycle and close the door.

If you do not feel heat, check the following:

■ Controls are set on a heated cycle, not an air cycle.

NOTE: You may notice an odor when dryer is ﬁrst heated. This odor is common when the heating element is ﬁrst used. The odor will go away.

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