Magic Chef CY-1 User Manual

Clothes

CY-1

Important Safety

Instructions ............. 1-2

Dryer Exhaust Tips ........... 7

Using the Controls ......... 3-4

Select Signal
Select Temperature

Select Cycle

Push the ControJ Dial in to Start

Operating Tips .............. 5

Clean the Lint Filter

Load the Dryer Properly

Special Laundry Tips

Care & Cleaning ............. 6

Control Panel

Tumbler

Cabinet

Dryer Exhaust System
Replacing the Drum Light

Troubleshooting ............. 8

Service & Warranty .......... 9

Guide d'utilisation et

d'entretien .............. 10

6uia de uso y cuidado ....... 19

Form No. A/10/03 Part No. 53-4510 Litho U.S.A. :;2003 Maytag Appliances Sales Co.

ImportnntSnfetyInstructions

What You Need to Know About

Safety Instructions

Warning and Important Safety Instructions appearing in
this manual 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 your dealer, distributor, service agent or

manufacturer about problems or conditions you do not
understand.

Recognize Safety Symbols, Words,
Labels

ImportnntSnfetyInstructions

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. Do 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 pet&

4. Before the appliance is removed from service or
discarded, remove the door to the drying
compartment.

5. Do 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 control&

& 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.

11.

12.

13.

Clean the lint screen before or after each load.
Keep the area around the exhaust opening and

surrounding areas free from lint accumulation, dust
and dirt.

The interior of the dryer and exhaust duct should be

cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel.
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.

14. 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.

SAVE THESE NSTRUCTJONS

UsingtheControls

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Low Med Delicate

Off High Air Fluff Regular

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END OF CYCLE SIGNAL TEMPERATURE

Select Signal

End of Cycle Signal

When the cycle is complete, a signal will sound several
times. The End of Cycle Signal volume is adjustable.
To adjust the volume, select any setting between off

and High.

Select Temperature

In order to select the correct temperature, turn the

temperature control to Regular, Delicate or Air Fluff.

Regular Sturdy cottons or labels marked

Tumble Dry.

For heat sensitive items labeled

Delicate Tumble Dry Low or Tumble Dry

Medium.
Items which need freshening.

Air Fluff Load tumbles with room

temperature air.

Select Cycle

To select a cycle, rotate the control dial to the desired

setting. When using an Auto Dry 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 Fabrics

The Auto Dry Regular Fabrics cycle is designed to dry

most cottons and linens. At the end of the cycle, the
clothes are cooled for approximately 10 minutes to

reduce wrinkling.

Auto Dry Wrinkle-Free Fabrics

The Auto Dry Wrinkle-Free Fabrics cycle is designed to

dry wrinkle free cottons, synthetic fabrics, double knits
and permanent press fabrics automatically.

Extended Tumble is provided to minimize wrinkles in

the Auto Dry Wrinkle-Free Fabrics cycle. This feature

provides an extra 20 minutes of unheated tumble
action at the end of the cycle. Clothes can be removed
any time during this portion of the cycle.

More Auto Drg

Coo! DPU Less WRINKLE-FREE

Auto DPU Dow. Off Dry

Less FABRICS

REGULAR Drg 20

FABRICS

Off •

Cool

Down

IO

Touch Up

Damp

PUSH TO START

Time Dry

This cycle can be used to regulate the drying time. Use
with Air Fluff, Delicate or Regular temperature settings.

For timed drying, turn the control dial clockwise until

the pointer points to the proper time setting in the
Time Dry cycle.

Note

• Using the Air Fluff temperature setting will require

a longer drying time.

Special Options Cselect models)

Damp Dry is located on the Time Dry 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
five minutes of cool-down tumbling.

Touch Up 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 provides

10 minutes of tumbling followed by five 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.

OperutingTips

Clean the Lint Filter

• After each load.

• To shorten drying time.

• To operate more energy efficiently.

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.

Note

• Do not operate the dryer without the lint filter in
place.

Special Laundry Tips

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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.

• Follow the care label instructions or dry on the Regular cycle.

Bedspreads and

• Be sure the item is thoroughly dry before using or storing.

Comforters

• May require repositioning to ensure even drying.

• Dry only one blanket at a time for best tumbling action.

Blankets

• Be sure the item is thoroughly dry before using or storing.

Curtains and • Use the Wrinkle Free Fabrics cycle to help minimize wrinkling.
Draperies • Dry in small loads for best results and remove as soon as possible.

Cloth Diapers • Use the Regular cycle for soft, fluffy diapers.
Down-Filled • Use the Regular cycle and a delicate temperature setting.

Items Oackets, • Place a clean pair of sneakers in the dryer with the item to fluff the down comforters, etc.

sleepingbags, Adding a couple of dry towels shortens dry time and absorbs moisture.

comforters, etc.J

Foam Rubber • DO NOT dry on a heat setting. Use the Time Dry cycle (no heat).

(rugbacks,stuffed • _'_ WARNING - Drying a rubber item with heat may damage it or be a fire hazard.

toys, certain shoulder
pads, etc.J

• DO NOT dryer-dry kapok or foam pillows.

• Use the Regular cycle.

Pillows

• Add a couple of dry towels and a pair of clean sneakers to help the tumbling action and
to fluff the item.

Plastics • Use the Time Dry cycle on a Delicate or Air Fluff temperature depending on the

(showercurtains, care label instructions.

outdoor furniture

covers, etc.)

Care& Cleaning

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) with soap and water. Then tumble clean old

towels or rags to remove any excess stain.

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.)

Replacing the Drum Light

1. Unplug or disconnect the dryer from the power
supply.

Lift top of dryer by inserting a putty knife under
top, 4" in from each side.

Rotate bulb holder to vertical position before
removing bulb.

4. Push bulb down and rotate counterclockwise to
remove.

.

7.

Replace with a 25 watt, 115/125 volt twist lock
utility light Part No. 53-0570 or equivalent. Place

bulb in socket, push down and rotate clockwise.
Rotate bulb holder to horizontal position.
Place top of dryer back in original position. Make

sure metal tabs hold top in place.

8. Reconnect dryer to power supply.

DryerixhoustTips

Do

Read the installation instructions and the use and
care guide.

Do

Let your dryer exhaust

the air easily.

Don't

Let a poor exhaust system cause slow drying.

Don't

Restrict your dryer
with a poor exhaust

system.

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including at the dryer.
Never use lint-trapping screws.

Don't

Use plastic, thin foil, or
non-metal flexible duct.

Do _

Keep duct runs as
straight as possible. I I

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Don't

Use longer than
necessary duct runs

with many elbows.

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Do

Clean all old ducts
before installing your new

dryer. Be sure vent flap opens
and closes freely. Inspect and
clean the exhaust system
annually.

Don't

Allow crushed
or clogged

ducts and vent.

Doesn't Run

Doesn't Heat

Doesn't Dry
Properly

Is Noisy

Control Knob
Advances

Slowly

Dries Unevenly

Has an Odor

Be sure the door is shut.
Is the electrical cord plugged in?
Has a fuse blown or the circuit breaker tripped?

Push the control dial in again if the door was opened during the cycle.
Has a fuse blown or the circuit breaker tripped?

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, does it open and close freely?
Check exhaust system for lint buildup. Ducting should be inspected and cleaned annually.
Use rigid 4" metal exhaust ducL

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,

o 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`
o A clicking noise may be the timer advancing.
o It is normal for the dryer to hum due to the high velocity of air moving through the dryer

drum and exhaust system.

This is normal operation for an Auto Dry 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 Ioad. 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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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 the manufacturer or an authorized
servicer.

c. Misuse, abuse, accidents or unreasonable use.

d. Incorrect electric current, voltage or supply.

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.

b. Instruct the user on the proper use of the product.

c. Transport the appliance to the servicer.

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.

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

RO. Box 2370
Cleveland, TN 37320-2370

1-800-688-1120 U.S.A. and Canada
U.S.A. Customers using TTY for deaf, hearing

impaired or speech impaired, call 1-800-688-2080.

Note

• When contacting Maytag ServicessM,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

back center of the control panel) 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 having;

e. Proof of purchase.