Magic Chef CYE4000AYA, CYE2000AZW, CYE2000AYW, YE228LV, YE226LV Installation Instructions

PLEASE READ ALL INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

BEFORE INSTALLING.

ELECTRIC

FORYOUR SAFETY

Do not store or use gasoline or

other flammable vapors or liq-
uids in the vicinity of this or
any other appliance.

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¾"DEEP WELL DRIVER CHANNEL LOCK PLIERS SCREWDRIVER PUl-rY KNIFE DUCTTAPE
¼"DRIVER OR ADJUSTABLE WRENCH

BACKGUARD

INSTALLING YOUR NEW DRYER /

OF YOUR NEW DRYER, THE DRYER MUST BE IN-
STALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL THE INSTAL-

LATION REQUIREMENTS.

All literature should be removed from inside dryer and

FOR YOUR SAFETY AND THE PROPER OPERATION _-__r E:_

saved for future reference.
NOTE: DO NOT RAISE OR LOWER THE DRYER BY

1. To remove the corrugated crate base, place your foot
on the base close to a leveling foot. Pushing down

firmly with your foot, tilt the dryer away from you.

2. Repeat process with all leveling feet (4). Remove ex-
cess base by hand. E FOOT

THE BACKGUARD. __C'

P/N 53-2583-3

CORRUGATED CRATE _ FOR LEVERAGE

BASE

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;TALLATION REQUIREMENTS

PLEASE READ All Installation Instructions and Requirements Before Installing Power Cord.

IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT A QUALIFIED ELEC- Where permitted by local codes, a flexible power cord

TRIClAN OR SERVICE TECHNICIAN INSTALL (pigtail) may be connected to the dryer. A receptacle
YOUR DRYER. should be installed in a separate circuit connected to the

LOCATION cluding strain relief, listed by U.L. for use with dryers. The

This clothes dryer is designed so that it can be installed in volts AC minimum and be terminated in closed loop or
any locations in the home. The dryer may even be in-

stalled in an unheated indoor location, such as a utility of the power cord and the receptacle to which it will be

room or building. However, with models having automatic connected must have a minimum current rating of 30

dry cycles, the TIME DRY SE'n'ING SHOULD BE USED
WHEN THE ROOM TEMPERATURE DROPS BELOW pere configurations are illustrated in Figure #3.

50 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT, AS THE AUTOMATIC
CYCLE MAY NOT SHUT OFF.

DO NOT INSTALL THE DRYER ON A CARPETED This appliance MUST BE CONNECTED TO A GROUND-
FLOOR. ED METAL PERMANENT WIRING SYSTEM; or an

DO NOT INSTALL OR STORE THE DRYER WHERE IT cult conductors and connected to the equipment-ground-
MAY BE EXPOSED TO THE WEATHER OR DRIPPING ing terminal or lead on the appliance.

WATER. If it is ever exposed to water, have a qualified

technician check it before using. CONNECTING THE DRYER

main service entrance panel for this type of installation.
See Figure #3. Use only a 3 or 4 wire power cord kit, in-

power cord must have a rating of 30 amperes, 120/240
open spade lugs with upturned ends. The attachment plug

amps and have matching configurations. Typical 30 am-

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

equipment-grounding conductor must be run with the cir-

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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS I FIG. #1 - 3 WIRE ,HOTWIRE ROUTED

This phase of the installation should be done by a quali- I ,--'_,
fled service technician or electrician in accordance with LINE1

the National Electric Code and all local codes and ordi- (BLACK]
nances. I BRASSSTRAP STRAIN

A separate circuit must be provided from the main service ICLAMP

entrance panel (fuse box) to the dryer. The circuit must be
a 3 or 4 wire, 120/240 volt, 60 Hz, single phase, AC cir-
cuit. Each of the 120 volt line wires (line 1 and line 2) of
this circuit must be protected by 30 ampere time delay
fuses or circuit breakers. Do not fuse the neutral line or |
the ground line (if provided).

All wires (including neutral and ground if provided) of the
dryer circuit must be No. 10 gauge copper wire for up to

40 ft. length and No. 8 gauge copper wire for up to 60 ft.

length. NEVER USE A TWO WIRE CABLE WITH AN LINE2
UNINSULATED GROUND WIRE TO CONNECT THE (RED) _t{ll

DRYER. I

The National Electric Code requires that a means to dis- HOTwIRE ROUTED
connect all ungrounded conductors (line 1 and line 2) to BELOWBRASSSTRAP
the dryer be provided for service. If a power cord and re-
ceptacle are provided this requirement is met, If other

means are used a suitable switch or circuit breaker must THE NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE AND ALL
be installed within sight of the dryer, LOCAL CODES AND ORDINANCES MUST BE

Dryers installed in manufactured (mobile) homes must be OBSERVED WHEN CONNECTING THIS DRYER.
connected with 4 conductor type SRD or SRDT cord to a 1. To gain access to the terminal block, remove the sup-

3 pole, 4 wire grounding type receptacle; by metal-clad ply cord plate attached to the rear of the dryer.

cable; or suitable conductors enclosed in flexible metal
conduit. If using metal-clad cable or flexible conduit, leave 2. Install a suitable strain relief clamp or connector in the
at least 3 feet free to permit moving the dryer, strain relief hole located adjacent to the terminal block.

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3. Route the power cord (pigtail) or cable conductors
through the strain relief clamp. FIG. #2 - 4 WIRE

TERMINALBLOCK

CAUTION - The conductors should not extend

into the dryer more than necessary to make the

electrical connections. LINE1

(BLACK) GREEN

4. Refer to the Typical Electrical connections listed below , GROUNDV
and make the electrical connections as instructed. We

recommend that a qualified service technician or elec-

trician be consulted before connecting the dryer.

NOTE: DO NOT REMOVE THE INTERNAL GROUND SCREV

WIRE OR BRASS STRAP EXCEPT WHERE INSTRUCT- (WHITE)

ED AND REQUIRED BY THE LOCAL CODES AND OR-
DINANCES OF YOUR AREA.

5. Check to be certain all conductors are correctly in-
stalled. Then securely tighten all terminal nuts and the

ground screw. (RED)

6. Tighten the strain relief clamp.

7. Replace the supply cord cover plate.

8. Complete the dryer installation.

FIG. #3 TypicalInstallationWith

TYPICAL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS FlexiblePowerCord(Pigtail)
3-WIRE SYSTEM WITH GROUNDED NEUTRAL - Con-

nect power cord conductors to the line 1, neutral, and line
2 terminals of the terminal block as show in Figure #1. White (Neutral)

NOTE: Some 3-wire flat type power cords are not color
coded. When using this type of power cord, connect the

center conductor to Neutral, connect one of the outside Black(Line 1) Red(Line2)
conductors to line 1, and connect the other outside con-

ductor to line2.

3-WIRE SYSTEM WITH SEPARATE GROUND - Remove Plug-NEMA 10-30P
the internal green ground wire or brass strap from the Neu- ReceptacleNEMA 10-30R

tral terminal and ground screw. Connect the separate White(Neutral)

ground conductor to the ground screw. Then connect the k

power cord conductors to the line 1, Neutral, and line 2 ter-
minals as shown in Figure #2.

\ 3-WIRE SYSTEM WITH GROUNDED METAL CLAD Black (Line 1) , Red (Line2)

CABLE OR RIGID METAL CONDUIT - Remove the inter- Green(Ground)
nal green ground wire or brass strap from the Neutral ter-

minal and the ground screw. Connect the power cable con- 4-Wire
ductors to the line 1, Neutral, and line 2 terminals as Plug oNEMA14-30P

shown in Figure #2. Receptacle NEMA 14-30R

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3°Wire

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NOTE: An approved grounding type strain relief clamp or
conduit connector must be installed for this type of installa-

tion.
4-WIRE SYSTEM - Remove intemal green ground wire or

brass strap from the Neutral terminal and the ground
screw. Connect the power cord green grounding conductor
to the ground screw. Connect the remaining power cord _ BEFORE OPERATING YOUR DRYER READ ALL

conductors to the line 1, Neutral, and line 2 terminals as SAFETY PRECAUTIONS LISTED IN THE OPERATINE
show in Figure #2. INSTRUCTIONS.

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1. LEVELING 2. STABILITY 3. EXHAUSTVENTING

ROCK UPPLY COR

LOCKNUT _ WITHHANDS COVER PLATE _--_ _[|

FOOT -- IF LEVEL

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Set all levelingfeet at same height. Placedryerinthelocationwhereitwill DRYER VENT PIPE
A minimumof ½"clearancebetween be used.Check, by rockingdryerwith
the machineand the floor is recom- hands on oppositecorners, that all There are two (2) service connec-
mended.Adjustto match the height four (4) feet are in firm contactwith tionsto your dryer, both located on

of your washer, thefloor.If it rocks,adjustas needed, the back.

ANDSTABLE

3A. OUTSIDE WALL 3B. BASEMENT WALL 3C. FLOOR EXHAUSTING

OUTSIDEWALL VENTHOOD /

Attachdryerventpipe tooutsideex* pointeddownwardthroughthe floor
haust vent. Outside exhaust vent In basements, the exhaust can be may be used. If not possible, the
should fit over dryer vent pipe to elevatedbyinstallingelbowsto raise dryer may be exhaustedthroughthe
avoid catching lint. Tape all joints the vent hood above the ground bottom as illustrated later in this

withheatducttape. level, manual.

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If space permits, a 4" dia. elbow

4. ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INSTALLATIONWITH

POWER CORD (PIGTAIL).

_- FLEXIBLE

POWERCORD

DRYER WALL

This appliance must be connected to a grounded metal,
permanent wiring system; or an equipment - grounding

conductor must be run with the circuitconductors and
Connected to the equipment - grounding terminal or

lead on the appliance.

ATTACHMENT/

PLUG RECEPTACLE MAIN SERVICE

,-1 ENTRANCE PANEL

EXHAUST VENTING REQUIREMENTS

Numberof VENT HOOD TYPE

90"Turns

NEVER EXHAUST INTO A CHIMNEY, DUCT, GAS at least4 ft. "....

VENT, WALL, CEILING, ATTIC, CONFINED SPACE, of StraightRun _ 14-- 4" --"{ _- 2½"
BEDROOM, OR UNDER A BUILDING. OPENING OPENING

NEVER USE PLASTIC OR OTHER COMBUS- t 35feet 20feet

TIBLE DUCTWORK. 2 25 feet 10feet

MULTIPLE INSTALLATIONS REQUIRE INDIVID- Vent should never exceed 0.6 inches water column back
UAL EXHAUST SYSTEMS. pressure, fluff empty dryer.

DRYERS INSTALLED IN A MANUFACTURED (MO- Bo'n'OM EXHAUSTING

BILE) HOME MUST BE VENTED OUTDOORS.

PERIODICALLY CLEAN LINT FROM VENT SYS- downward may be used to pass the exhaust system

TEM CLEAN FREQUENTLY IF USING MAXIMUM through the floor. If this is not possible, the dryer may be

LENGTH OF VENT. When exhausting in this manner, the installation should

Exhausting can be accomplished directly from the rear of 1. Disconnect electric cord.
the cabinet, through either side of the cabinet, or down- 2. Raise the top of the dryer by pressing in with a putty
ward through the cabinet base. If your existing ductwork is knife on the top panel retaining clips.
plastic, nonmetal, or combustible, replace it with METAL. i_ _, ,

should be used. DO NOT use any pipe which may be sus-
c_' '_e to rust or COMBUSTION. To avoid catching lint
th _ Jmped end of each pipe section should face away

from the dryer. Do not use screws or other fasteners that

extend into the exhaust pipe or duct.

Separatedby _ ---1_

0 45 feet 30 feet

If space permits behind the dryer, a 4" elbow pointed

exhausted through the bottom as illustrated in FIG. #7.
be made according to the following steps.

Flexible 4" diameter metal tubing may be used for ex-
Standard four inch diameter galvanized or aluminum pipe ___ I

hausting the dryer. However, the convolutions create a
greater restriction than pipe and serious blockage can re- 3. Remove front panel by removing two ¼" screws inside
suit if the tubing is bent too sharply. If clearance to the top comers of front panel. Disconnect door switch wires.

wall is less than 8 inches, use a 4" sheet metal elbow at NOTE positionof frontseal before removing front panel.
the rear of the dryer to avoid a sharp bend in the tubing. 4. Remove cylinder as follows:

Do not use over 8 feet of flexible metallic tubing between

the elbow and the vent hood. FIG. #6

VENT HOOD

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The use of a vent hood //_// [I I _.

on the outside is required, _J_.J I_

When the dryer stops the damper automatically closes to FRONTOF

prevent drafts and the entrance of insects and rodents. To [_Y_R
avoid restricting the outlet, maintain a minimum 8 inch clear-

ance between the hood and the ground or other obstruction. _F_LTUP

FIG. #4 m a. Force idler pulley to the right and remove cylinder

,, , / PIPECONNECTION _ • I belt from idler and motor pulleys. See FIG. #6.

.... _,, I. b. Lift up and turn cylinder to clear the roller supports.__ c. Lift out of cabinet.

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LENGTH OF VENT 8. Place dryer in position and mark duct location of floor.

EXHAUST FLOW EXHAUST FLOW 5. Remove tape and screw securing dryer vent pipe.

INCORRECT

Maximum Length of 4" Rigid Duct. Check floor joist location before sawing hole in floor.

I 6. Remove the 4" dryer vent pipe and shorten to a suitable

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length. Length depends on type of elbow purchased.

7. Remove knockout from dryer base.

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9. Saw a 4_" hole in floor and position dryer. When exhausting from the side, the installation should be

10. Secure the shortened pipe to the blower housing with made according to the steps described in BOTTOM EX-
a screw at the top and seal all joints with tape or sill- HAUSTING and as noted above.

"one bathtub caulk.

.stall a 4" 90 degree elbow as shown. INDOOR EXHAUSTING

• Step #3D shows a typical installation with indoor exhaust-

FIG. #7 REPLACE SCREW _ ing. Indoor exhausting is not recommended unless the

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laundry room is large and sufficient cross ventilation is

t _ room.

VENT PIPE 53-2098.

12. Seal the opening in the rear of the dryer using the SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR MANUFAC-

cover plate found in the parts bag. Place the cover
over the opening and attach using #8 sheet metal TURED (MOBILE) HOME INSTALLATIONS

screws or duct tape: (Not supplied.) Follow steps outlined for installation with these exceptions:

13. Place cylinder belt around cylinder with grooved side When installed in a manufactured (mobile) home:
toward cylinder. Figure #6 1. THE DRYER INSTALLATION must conform to the

14. Reinstall cylinder by pushing and turning until rollers Manufactured Home Construction and Safety, Title 24,
are snapped in cylinder grooves and cylinder turns HUD (Part 280, 1975).

freely. 3. THE DRYER must be attached to the manufactured

15. Position cylinder belt with grooved side around motor (mobile) home structure as follows:
pulley. Pull idler pulley to right until smooth side of

belt can be routed around left side of idler pulley, a. Dismantle the dryer as described in Bottom Exhaust-

Figure #6 ing.

totate cylinder counter clockwise to position belt. b. Buy two #10 1½" round head wood screws. Drive

17. Replace dryer front and reconnect door switch wires, them through the attachment screw holes of the
Make sure the front seal is in the original position, base into the floor. See Figure #8 for location.

18. Complete exhaust system to outdoors, c. Reassemble the dryer.

SIDE EXHAUSTING side using metal ducting. It should not be directed
Figure #8 illustrates side exhaust venting pipe connec- under the manufactured (mobile) home.

tions inside the dryer cabinet. When venting the dryer 5. THE VENT HOOD must be securely fastened to the

from the side, the cabinet knockout must be removed. A
4" metal exhaust pipe must be purchased. The rear ex- manufactured (mobile) home structure.

haust pipe inside the dryer must be shortened. (Length
will depend on type of elbow purchased.) Secure the THIS DRYER IS NOT SUITABLE FOR USE IN RECRE-

shortened pipe to the Blower housing with a screw at the ATION VEHICLES SUCH AS TRAVEL TRAILERS,
top, attach elbow and metal exhaust pipe, and seal all CAMPERS, OR MOTOR HOMES.
joints with tape or silicone bathtub caulk.

J rear of the dryer and any adjacent wall. The indoor Ex-

4"DIA.7 dew, or where an exhaust fan is located in the laundry

l'_n When exhausting indoors use the indoor Exhaust Kit andr maintain a minimum clearance of 6 inches between the

| I_ haust Kit is available from your dealer under Part No.

4. THE EXHAUST DUCT must be exhausted to the out-

FIG. #8 REAR EXHAUSTING

l SIDE EXHAUSTING I FINALCHECKOUT

iXHAUSTING-.. ............. ;_:::::__ ..... - _ EXHAUSTING 3. Allowdryerbrief]y on all settings of controls. A slightodOrmaybeemptynOtiCeddryerWithtoaoperateneWmachine.onhighest heat setting

_.I-rACHMENTSCREW HOLE for a few minutes.

LEFT SIDE I _/ RIGHT SliE 2" F°ll°wing y°ur operating instructi°ns' °perate the

I 1, Plug dryer in.

BLOWER HOUSING 5, Wipe fingerprints and dirt from outside of dryer with

I I soft cloth.

Iml11111JI/FRON T ACCESS 6. A protective plastic film may cover the control panel,

_" PANEL I this should be removed.

4. Stop dryerand wipe insideof cylinderwitha cleancloth.

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