Maytag D-5 User Manual

7 CYCLE INTELLIDRY DRYER D-5
DRYER
USER'S
GUIDE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Welcome
Dryer Exhaust Tips............................3
Operating Tips Controls At A Glance Special Laundry Tips Care and Cleaning
Replacing Drum Light Reversing the Door
Before You Call..................................9
Warranty
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KEEP THESE INSTRUCVONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Model: MD3000

Welcome

Welcome and congratulations on your purchase of a Maytag Neptune dryer! Your complete satisfaction is very important to us. For best results, we suggest reading this material to help acquaint you with proper operating and maintenance procedures.
Should you need assistance, it is helpful to:
1) Have complete model and serial number identifica
tion of your dryer. This is located on a data plate in the
lower center of the door opening.
Model Number
Serial Number
2) Have proof of original date of purchase. Please attach your sales receipt here.

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 cus tomers of potential exposures to such substances.
Users of this appliance are hereby warned that the burn
ing 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.
WARNING For your safety, the
information in this manual must be fol lowed to minimize the risk of fire or explo sion or to prevent property damage, per sonal injury or death.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
For additional questions, please contact us:
Maytag Consumer Information One Dependability Square Newton, Iowa 50208
(515)791-8911 (Mon.-Fri., 8am-5pm Central Time)
Internet: http://www.maytag.com
NOTE: In our continuing effort to improve the quality of our appliances, it may be necessary to make changes to the appliance without revising this guide.
- WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL CAS
• Do not try to light any appliance.
Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your build ing.
• Clear the room, building or area of all occupants.
Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas suppli
er, call the fire department.
Installation and service must be per
formed by a qualified installer, service
agency or the gas supplier.

Important Safety Instructions

A HMftWMVG — To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons when using
your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:
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 high ly flammable items used in homes, such as: ace tone, 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 lire by sponta neous combustion.
3. Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance. Close supervision of children is necessary when the
appliance is used near children.
4. Before the appliance is removed from service or dis carded, remove the door to the drying compartment.
5. Do not reach into the appliance if the drum is mov ing.
11, Keep the area around the exhaust opening and sur
rounding 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 instruc tions for grounding this appliance.
14, Do not sit on top of the clothes dryer.
WARNtNG ~~ Do not place into your
dryer items that have been spotted or soaked with vegetable oil or cooking oil. Even after being washed, these items may contain significant amounts of these oils. The remaining oil can ignite spontaneously. The potential for spontaneous ignition increases when the items containing veg etable oil or cooking oil are exposed to heat. Heat sources, such as your clothes dryer, can warm these items, allowing an oxidation reaction in the oil to occur. Oxidation creates heat. If this heat cannot escape, the items can become hot enough to catch fire. Piling, stacking or storing these kinds of items may prevent heat from escaping and can create a fire hazard.
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 recom
mended 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.
Save These Instructions
All washed and unwashed fabrics that con tain vegetable oil or cooking oil can be dan
gerous. Washing these items in hot water
with extra detergent will reduce, but will
not eliminate, the hazard. Always use the "cool down" cycle for these Items to reduce the Items' temperature. Never remove these items from the clothes dryer hot or interrupt the drying cycle until the items have run through the "cool down" cycle. Never pile or stack these items when
they are hot.
Do

Don't

Read the installation instructions and the user's guide.
Let a poor exhaust system cause slow drying.

Don't

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poor exhaust system.
Don't
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Operating Tips

Clean the Lint Filter...

after each load.
• to shorten drying time.
• to operate more energy efficiently.
NOTE: I>¬ operate the dryer without the lint filter in place.

Load the Dryer Properly...

• by placing only one wash load in the dryer at a time.
• avoid very small loads or mixing heavyweight and lightweight clothes.
• when only one or two articles need drying, add a
few similar items to improve tumbling and drying
efficiency.
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Add A Fabric Softener Sheet...

(If So Desired}
after loading the dryer.
• to control static cling.
• before the load becomes warm. This helps prevent greasy-looking softener stains.
• and remove any used softener sheets from the dryer to prevent greasy-looking softener stains.

Check the Moisture Monitor...

Indicator lights in the moisture monitor will display when an IntelliDry cycle is in operation. The top light will blink on and off. As loads dry, there will be longer pauses between each blink. No lights will display during Time Dry.
The bottom light in the monitor will remain on until the cool down portion of the cycle starts. During cool down the dryer continues to tumble the load in unheated air to help minimize wrinkling.
NOTE: The top monitor light may not blink when
ymall loads of heavy, bulky items are dried, such as
targe rugs or sweaters.
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Controls At A Glance

Features may vary according to model.

Step Select Cydp

IntelUDry EASY CARE/PERMANENT PRESS automatically senses the moisture in
, the load and shuts off when the selected dryness level is reached. It minimizes wrinkles
of synthetic fabrics such as acrylic, nylon, polyester, or blends by providing extended cool down tumbling of the load in unheated air at the end of the cycle. Simply set the control to the desired dryness level (more dry - less dry). The triangle symbol, between more dry and less dry is the initial preferred setting for the majority of loads.
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Step Select Temperature
REGULAR - for sturdy cottons or those
labeled ‘Tumble Dry’’.
MEDIUM ~ for permanent press, synthetics,
lightweight cottons or items labeled ‘Tumble Dry Medium”.
DELICATE ^ for heat sensitive items labeled
“Tumble Dry Low” or “Tumble Dry Warm”.
AIR FLUFF - tumbles without heat. Used for
sensitive loads or items needing freshening.
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MOISTURE MONITOR
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LESS
Step Select Options
CHIME ON - turns on the chime signal. CHIME OFF — turns off the chime signal. PRESS CARE ON - provides approximately
20 minutes of tumbling in unheated air after the Easy Care/Permanent Press cycle to prevent wrinkling.
PRESS CARE OFF - cancels the additional
tumbling in unheated air.
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Note: The dial can be turned in either direction to select a cycle. Once startedy the dial
will not advance at a specific rate during the IntelHDry 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.
IntelHDry REGULAR automatically senses the moisture
in the load and shuts off when the selected dryness level is reached. This cycle is designed for loads such as tow els, underwear, t-shirts, jeans, etc. Set the control to the desired dryness level (more dry ~ less dry). The trian gle symbol. A, between more dry and less dry is the initial preferred setting for the majority of loads.
TIME DRY/AIR FLUFF may be
selected for any load if the
^ IntelHDry sensor system is not
desired. Set the control to the desired number of minutes.
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PRESS CARE
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REGULAR
OFF MORE DRY
LESS DRY
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WRINKLE RELEASE DAMP DRY
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Press Start

OFF
TIME DRY/
AIR FLUFF
Push this button to Start the dryer. The dryer door must
be shut for the dryer to operate. If the door is opened
during the cycle, the start button must be pushed again
to resume the cycle once the door is closed.
END OF CYCLE CHIME When the cycle is complete, an audible chime will sound several times. If the Press Care option has been selected, the audible chime will sound intermittently during the cool down portion of Press Care.
DAMP DRY is designed to “par
tially” dry items. It provides
, approximately 20 minutes of
heated tumbling and 5 minutes of cool down tumbling without heat.
WRINKLE RELEASE will
release wrinkles from items that
are clean and dry but slightly
wrinkled, such as from a crowd ed closet or suitcase or from sit ting in the dryer too long after the end of the cycle. It provides'
10 minutes of heated tumbling and 5 minutes of cool down tum bling without heat.

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.
ITEM
Bedspreads & Comforters
Blankets
Curtains & Draperies
Cloth Diapers
Down-filled Items
(jackets, sleeping bags, comforters, etc.)
LAUNDERING TIPS
• Follow the care label instructions or dry on the Regular cycle.
• Block into shape and be sure it is thoroughly dry before using or storing.
• Dry only one blanket at a time for best tumbling action.
• Be sure it is thoroughly dry before using or storing.
• Use the Permanent Press cycle to help minimize wrinkling. * Dry these in small loads for best results and remove as soon as possible.
• Use the Regular cycle to make diapers come out soft and fluffy.
• Use 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.
Foam Rubber
(rug backs, stuffed toys, certain shoulder pads, etc.)
Pillows
Plastics
(shower curtains, outdoor furniture covers, etc.)
• DO NOT dry on a heat setting. Use the Time Dry/Air Fluff (no-hcat) cycle.
HMRWfWG - Drying a rubber item with heat may damage it or be a fire hazard.
• DO NOT dryer-dry kapok or foam pillows.
• Use the Regular cycle.
• Add a couple of dry towels and a pair of clean sneakers to help the tumbling action and to Huff the item.
• Use the Time Dry/Air Fluff cycle on a Delicate or Air Fluff temperature depending on the care label instructions.
Avoid Dryer Drying,..
Fiberglass Items (curtains^ draperies^ etc.)
• WoolenSy unUss recommended on the label.
Vegetable or cooking oil soaked items. (See pg.2)

Care and Cleaning

Control Panel ~ clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive substances.
Ttimbler - remove any stains (such as crayon, ink pen or fabric dye) with an all purpose cleaner. Then tumble old towels or rags to remove any excess stain or cleaning substance.

Replacing Drum Light

Instructions for replacing the bulb:
1) Unplug or disconnect the dryer from the electri cal power supply.
2) Open the door and use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the screw attaching the lens to the tum bler front.
3) Remove lens cover by pulling cover toward cen ter of tumbler.
4) Rotate bulb counter-clockwise to remove from
socket.
Cabinet - wipe off any marks with soap and water. Use an appliance wax once a year if desired.
Dryer Exhaust System - should be inspected and cleaned once a year to maintain optimum perfor mance. The outside exhaust hood should be cleaned more frequently to ensure proper operation. (Refer to the Installation Instructions for more information.)
3) Replace the bulb with a 120 volt, 10 watt max imum candelabra base light bulb.
6) Turn the light bulb clockwise into socket.
7) Relpace lens cover by hooking plastic tabs into tumbler front below the light housing,
8) Reinstall the screw into the lens cover screw hole.
9) Reconnect dryer to power supply.

Reversing the Door

Directions for reversing the dryer door.
1) Remove the hinge hole covers and screws. Move the door catch cover to the opposite side.
2) While supporting the door, remove 2 screws in the hinges that secure the hinges to the cabinet.
3) Remove door by lifting slightly at the hinges and pulling the hinge tabs out of the hinge slots.
4) Move the following parts to the opposite side of the door: 2 hinges and 4 hinge screws, 4 door screws, door strike and screw, inner door cover plate and screw.
5) Attach the door to the opposite side of the cabinet using the 2 counter sunk hinge screws. (See below).
Screw the lower hinge screw in first. This will help to align the door and hinges.
6) Replace the hinge hole covers to the opposite side.

Before You Call

Check these points if your clothes dryer...
Be sure the door is latched shut. Be sure the power cord is plugged into a live electrical outlet.
Doesn’t Run
Check the home’s circuit breaker and fuses. Press the START button again if the door is opened during the cycle.
Check the home’s circuit breaker and fuses.
Select a heat setting, not air-fluff.
On a gas dryer, check that the gas supply is on.
Clean the lint filter and exhaust duct.
Check all of the above, plus... Be sure the exhaust hood at the outside of the home can open and close freely. Use 4” rigid metal exhaust duct. Do not overload. 1 Wash load = 1 Dryer load.
Sort heavy items from lightweight items.
Check that the washer is draining properly to extract adequate water from
the load.
Check the load for objects such as coins, loose buttons, nails, etc. Remove promptly.
Be sure the dryer is leveled properly as outlined in the installation manual. Be sure the rubber feet are installed on the leveling legs.
This is normal operation for an IntelliDry 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.
For further assistance, call Maytag Customer Assistance toll-free at 1-888-4-MAYTAG (1-888-462-9824).

^ Clothes Dryer Warranty

Full One Year Warranty
For one (1) year from the date of original retail purchase, any part which fails in normal home use will be repaired or replaced free of charge.
Limited Warranty
After the first year from date of original retail purchase, through the time periods listed below, the parts designated below which fail in normal home use will be repaired or replaced free of charge for the part itself, with the owner paying all other costs, including labor, mileage and transportation.
Second Year - All parts. Third Through Fifth Year - Dryer tumbler.
Additional Limited Warranty Against Rust-Through
Should an exterior cabinet, including the door, rust through during the one year period starting from the date of retail pur chase, repair or replacement will be made free of charge. After the first and through the tenth year, repair or replacement will be made free of charge for the part itself, with the owner paying all other costs, including labor, mileage and trans portation.
Please Note: This full warranty and the limited warranties apply when the dryer is located in the United States or Canada.
Dryers located elsewhere are covered by the limited warranties only, including parts which fail during the first two years.
Canadian Residents
This warranty covers only those dryers installed in Canada that have been listed with Canadian Standards Association unless the dryers are brought into Canada due to transfer of residence from the United States to Canada.
The specific warranties expressed above are the ONLY warranties provided by the manufacturer. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.

To Receive Warranty Service

To locate an authorized service company in your area, call Maytag Customer Service toll-free at 1-888-462-9824. Should you not receive satisfactory warranty service, please call or write;
Maytag Customer Assistance c/o Maytag Customer Service P.O. Box 2370 Cleveland, TN 37320-2370
US or CANADA (Toll-Free) 1-888-462-9824
When contacting Maytag Customer Service be sure to provide the model and serial numbers of your appliance, the name and
address of the dealer from whom you purchased the appliance and the date of purchase.
This Warranty gives you speciHc legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Should you still have a problem, write to: Major Appliance Consumer Action Program (M ACAP), 20 North Wacker Drive,
Chicago, Illinois 60606, MACAP is an industry sponsored but independent group of consumer experts who receive and act on complaints from appliance owners. NOTE: When writing about an unsolved service problem, please include the following information;
(a) Your name, address and telephone number; (b) Model number and serial number (found on lower center of door opening) of your appliance;
(c) Name and address of your dealer and date the appliance was bought; (d) A clear description of the problem you are having with the appliance.
Form No. 316CMA
MAYTAG • One Dependability Square • Newton, Iowa 50208
Part No. 6 3702450 http://www.maytag.com
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