Maytag MDG6700AWW, MDG6700AWM Owner’s Manual
MPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Welcome and congratulations on your purchase of a
Maytag Neptune e_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.
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 situa-
tions that may occur. Common sense, caution and care must be
exercised when installing, maintaining or operating appliance.
Should you need assistance in the future, it is helpful to:
I) Have complete model and serial number identiflca=
tion of your dryer.
Date of Purchase
Model Number
Serial Number
2) [HPORTANT: Keep this guide and the
sales receipt in a safe place for future ref=
erence° Proof of original purchase date is
needed for warranty service,
If you have questions, call:
Maytag Customer Assistance
I=800=688=9900 USA
1-800-688-2002 CANADA
1-800-688-2080 USA TTY
(for deaf, hearing impaired or speech impaired)
(Mon.-Fri., 8am-8pm Eastern Time)
htt p:/iwvcw.m aytag, com
[=or service and warranty information_ see
page I $.
Always contact your manufacturer about problems or conditions
you do not understand.
Recognize Safety Symbols, Words, Labels
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors
and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
WNAT TO DO [F YOU SMELL GAS:
° Do not try to light any appliance.
NOTE: in our continuing effort to improve
the quality of our apptiances_ it may be nec=
essary to make changes to the appliance
without revising this guide°
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° Do not touch any electrical switch.
° Do not use any phone in your building.
° Clear the room, building or area of all
occupants.
° Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's
phone. Fo{Iow the gas supplier's instructions.
° If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire
department.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified
installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
i MPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
I. 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 sub-
stances 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 aE[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 atcohol, 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 pro-
duce 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 pets.
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 moving.
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.
II.
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 instructions for grounding this
appliance.
14.
Do not sit on top of the clothes dryen
15.
Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in the dryen
Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a
chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire.
NOTE: Because of continuing product improvements,
[VJaytagreserves 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.
6. Do not install or store this appliance where it win be
exposed to the weather.
7. Do not tamper with controls.
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RYER EXHAUSTTUPS
DO
Read the installation instructions
and the Use and Care Guide.
Do
Let your dryer exhaust
the air easily.
Do
DON_T
Let a poor exhaust syste_
cause smow drying.
DON'T
Restrict your dryer with a
poor exhaust system.
DON'T
Use plastic, thin foil, or
non-metal flexible duct.
(-I I I
Keep duct runs as straight
as possible.
oo
I
Do
Clean all old ducts before installing
your new dryer. Be sure vent flap
opens and closes freely. Inspect and
dean the exhaust system annually.
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II
DON'T
Use longer than necessary
duct runs with many
elbows.
DON'T
Allow crushed or clo_ed
ducts and vent.
• After each load.
° To shorten drying time.
° To operate more energy efficiently.
NOTIE_" Do not operate the dryer without the lint filter in place.
o
Place only one washload in the dryer at a time.
o
Mixed loads of heavy and lightweight clothes will dry differently:
Lightweight clothes wilt 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.
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PERATUNG UNSTRUCTIONS
After setting the cycle and desired options, press the
Cy¢|e Se|ector dial to start the dryer.To pause the
cycle, press Cyc|e $e|ector dial again.To restart the
cycle, press Cyclle Se|ector dial and the cycle will
resume from the point of interruption.
Power Off Powero#
Press the Power Off pad to cancel the cycle and stop
the dryer.
The display window shows the estimated time remaining
in the cycle after the Cycle Se|ector dial is pressed.
The estimated time remaining may fluctuate as the cycle
progresses.
Push DisI to
8_rt / Pause
The Drying light will illuminate and remain lit until the
cycle is complete. When the dryer is in the cool-down
portion of the cycle, the Cooling light wiII illuminate.
If the Wrinkle Prevent option has been selected, the
Wrinkle Prevent light will illuminate. Chasing lights will
appear in the display when Wrinkle Prevent is selected
(select models). See page 8.
When the cycle is complete,"END" or "00" (select
models) will appear in the display until the dryer door is
opened.
If the dryer is paused during a cycle, the indicator Eights
will blink until the Cycle Selector dial is pressed.
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SiNG THE CONTROLS
Cr Sensor Dry
ink[e RegularJ
Control
Time
Dry
Freshen
Up
Ah
Huff
Wrinkle '
Release
Quick
Dry
To select a cycle, rotate the Cycle Selector dial to the
desired cycle.The indicator light by the cycle name wii{ illumi-
nate.
The Regular and Wrinkle Control cycles are Sensor Dry
cycles. Sensor Dry automatically senses the moisture in the
Loadand shuts the dryer off when the selected dryness Level
(very dry to damp dry) is reached.
Control features vary by model,
Push DiaHto
Start / Pause
[=reshen Up (select modems)
A short dry cycle designed to remove odors and freshen
garments.
De[icates
The Delicates cycle is designed to dry heat-sensitive items at
the low drying temperature.
Air Fluff
Regular
The Regular cycle is designed to dry loads such astowels,
underwear, jeans, etc.
The Air Huff cycle tumbles the load in room temperature air.
Wrinkle Release
The Wrinkle Release cycle will release wrinkles from items
Wrirlk[e Control
The Wrinkle Control cycle is designed to dry wrinkle4ree
cottons, synthetic fabrics, knits and permanent press fabrics
automatically. The cycle minimizes wrinkling by providing a
that are dean and dry but only slighdy wrinkled, such as from
a crowded closet or suitcase or from sitting in the dryer too
[0% after the cycle has ended. Wrinkle Release can be used
with any temperature selection.
longer unheated cool-down period at the end of the cycle.
Quick Dry (semect modems)
Time Dry
Time Dry allows you to select the desired cycle
6oMin
50 Min
Provides a 30 minute dry cycle.
time in minutes.Turn the Cycle Selecgor dial to 40uin
Time Dry, then press the Time up arrow to set 30uin
the drying time. Press the arrow repeatedly to 20M_n
scroll through the time settings.To add or subtract ..................................
time from the cycle, see Options-AdiustTime .........................
page 8.
Time
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SING THE CONTROLS
To select the dryness level in the Regular orWrinkle Control
Sensor Dry cycles, press the Sensor Dry Level pad. An
indicator light will illuminate next to the desired dryness
level. Press the pad repeatedly to scroll through the settings.
Loads of larger or bulkier size may require theVery Dry
(select models) or 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. Damp Dry (select models) is designed to partially dry
items. Use for items that lay fiat or hang to dry.
To select the correct temperature for the load, press the
Temperature pad. An indicator light will illuminate next
to the desired temperature. Press the pad repeatedly to
scroll through the settings.
Use the chart below as a guide:
DAY[E@ T[EHP$ LOAD TYP[E
,: :_Normal Dry
/:,_ Less Dry
Damp Dry
Sensor Dry Level
ReguUar
Medium
Low
Extra Low
Regular For sturdy cottons or those labeled
Tumble Dry.
Medium For permanent press, synthetics,
lightweight cottons or items labeled
Tumble Dry Medium.
Low For heat sensitive items labeled
Tumble Dry Low orTumbIe Dry
\A!arm.
[E×tra Low Provides the lowest heated dry tern-
(select modeJ[s) perature possible.
Temperature
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IIS[NG THE CONTROLS
Adjust Ti_e
Time can be added or subtracted from the automatically set
times in the Time Dry, Freshen Up (select models), Delicates,
Air Huff, Wrinkle Release or Quick Dry (select models)
cycles.
To add or subtract time from the cycle, press the Adjust
Time up or down arrow pad until the desired time is dis-
played.
End of Cycle Chime
When the cycle is complete, an audible chime will sound.
When theWrinkie Prevent option is selected, the chime will
sound intermittentEy. Adjust the volume of the chime or turn
it off by pressing the Chime pad. Press the pad repeatedly to
scroll through the choices.
Wrinkle Prevent
Wrinkle Prevent provides approximate[)' 95 minutes of inter-
mittent tumbling in unheated air at the end of the cycle to
reduce wrinkling. Press the Wrink[e Preveng pad to acti-
vate this feature.The indicator light above the pad will illumi-
nate when Wrinkle Prevent is selected. Chasing lights appear
in the display when theWrinkIe Prevent option is selected
(select models).The load is dry and can be removed at any
time during the Wrinkle Prevent cycle.
Control Lock
The control panel can be locked for safety, cleaning or to pre-
vent unwanted use.The panel win not function when locked.
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Chime
_Wfinkme
Prevent/
High
Low
Off
To loci< the controls, press and hold the Sensor Dry &.eve[
and Temperature pads for 3 seconds.The Control Lock
indicator light will illuminate.
To unlock the controls, press and hold the Sensor Dry
level and Temperature pads for 3 seconds.The Control
Lock indicator light will go out.
Press the Cycle Selector dial to start the dryenThe dryer
door must be dosed for the dryer to operate. If the door is
opened during the cycle, the Cyc|e Se|ector dial must be
pushed again to resume the cycle once the door is dosed.
Sensor Dry Level Temperature
Push Dial to
Stsrt / Psuso
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PECUAL LAUNDRY TUPS
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 Sensor Dry
Regular cycle and Regular temperature.
BedsDreads & Co.forgers
Blankets best tumbling action.
Curtains & Draperies ° Dry these in small loads for best results and remove as soon as
° Be sure the item is thoroughly dry before using or storing.
• Hay require repositioning to ensure even drying.
• Use Sensor Dry Regular and dry only one blanket at a time for
• Be sure the item is thoroughly dry before using or storing.
• Use the Sensor DryWrinkle Control cycle and Low or Extra Low
temperature to help minimize wrinkling.
possible.
Cloth Diapers " Use the Sensor Dry Regular cycle and the Regular temperature
Down-filled Items temperature setting.
(jackets_ sleeping bags_ • Place a clean pair of sneakers in the dryer with the item to fluff the
¢omforters_ etc.) down comforters, etc. Adding a couple of dry towels shortens dry
Foam Bubber • DO NOT dry on a heat setting. Use the Air Fluff cycle (no heat).
(rug backs_ stuffed toys_ ° _ WARNING - Drying a rubber item with heat may damage it
shoulder pads_ etc,) or be a fire hazard.
Pillows tumbling action and to fluff the item.
Plastics ° Use the Air Fluff cycle or the Time Dry cycle and the Low or Extra
(shower curtains_ outdoor Low temperature setting depending on the care label instructions.
furniture covers_ etc.)
setting for soft, fluffy diapers.
° Use the Sensor Dry Regular cycle and the Low or Extra Low
time and absorbs moisture.
° Use the Sensor Dry Regular cycle.
° Add a couple of dry towels and a pair of dean sneakers to help the
° DO NOT dryer-dry kapok or foam pillows.
° Fiberglass items (curtains, draperies, etc.)
° Woolens, unless recommended on the label.
• Vegetable or cooking oil soaked items (see pg. 2).
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ARE AND CLEANUNG
Control Panel - Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do
not use abrasive substances. Do not spray cleaners
directly on the panel.
The control panel finish could be damaged by some
laundry pre-treatment soil and stain-remover products.
Apply such products away from the dryer and wipe up
any spills or overspray immediately.
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.
EPLACE DRUM UGHT
Instructions for replacing the bulb:
I) Unplug or disconnect the dryer from the electrical
power supply.
2) Open the door and use a screwdriver to remove the
screw attaching the light cover.
3) Remove light cover.
4) Rotate bulb counter-clockwise to remove from
socket.
Stainless Steel Tumbler (select models) -To
clean the stainless steel tumbler, use a damp cloth with
a mild, non-abrasive cleaner suitable for stainless steel
surfaces. Remove the cleaner residue and then dry with
a dean cloth.
Dryer IE×terior - Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do
not use abrasive substances. Protect the surface from
sharp obiects.
Dryer E×haust System - Should be inspected and
cleaned once a year to maintain optimum performance.
The outside exhaust hood should be cleaned more fre-
quently to ensure proper operation. (Refer to the
Installation Instructions for more information.)
5) Replace the bulb with a 120 volt, 10 watt, El2 type
light bulb.
6) Turn the light bulb clockwise into socket.
7) Replace light cover.
8) Reinstall the screw into the light cover screw hole.
9) Reconnect dryer to power supply.
;:IEVERSE THE DOOR
Instructions for reversing the dryer door:
I) Remove 2 hinge screws holding door hinge in place.
2) Remove the door and lay carefully aside.
3) Remove 2 hinge screws on the opposite side of door hinge.
4) Remove 2 screws on the door catch plate.
5) Move door catch plate to opposite side and attach with screws.
6) Move the door to the opposite side and replace 2 hinge screws.
7) Replace 2 hinge screws in opposite holes.
Door Catch P,ate
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Door
Strike
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RYING RACK (seLecT MOOeLs)
I) Open dryer doon
2) Position drying rack in tumbler placing the two rear
legs in the two recessed areas in the back wail of
the dryer.
3) Place the front Eip of the drying rack on top of the
lint filter.
4) Place items to be dried on the rack_ leaving space
between them so air can reach all the surfaces.
5) Close the dryer door.
6) Use the Time Dry cycle. Select time according to
moisture and weight of item. Start the dryer. Jt may
be necessary to reset the timer if a longer drying
time is needed.
SUGGESTED
SUGGeSTeDitems TemP,SeTTiNGS
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Washable sweaters (block to il
Heat
iT
Air Fluff
Foam rubber PIllows Air Fluff
Sneakers Air Fluff or Heat
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Information codes may be displayed to help you better understand what is occurring with the dryer.
Code
Symbo! Meaning Solution
IE Heater temperature control problem. Call for service, see below.
T
Door open sensing problem. Call for service, see below.
Door Open Error Be sure the door is latched shut. If problem continues,
When the door is opened, the dryer call for service, see below.
will not operate.
For any codes not listed above, call Maytag Customer Service at 1-800=688-9900 USA or 1-800=688-2002 Canada.
M2
.........ROU BLES H OOT[ NG
CHECK THESE POmNT$ mF YOUR MAYTAG NEPTUNE ® D_YER...
• Be sure the door is latched shut.
Doesn't @un • Be sure the power cord is plugged into a live electrical outlet.
° Check the home's circuit breaker and fuses.
° Press the Cycle Se|ecgor dial again ifthe door is opened during the cycle.
° Check the home's circuit breaker and fuses.
° Select a heat setting, notAir Fluff.
Doesn't Heat ° On a gas dryer, check that the gas supply is on.
° Clean the lint filter and exhaust duct.
° Dryer may have moved into the coot-down portion of the cycle.
° Check aH of the above, plus...
° Be sure the exhaust hood at the outside of the home can open and dose freely.
° Check exhaust system for lint build-up. Ducting should be inspected and cleaned
annually.
Doesn't Dry • Use 4" rigid metal exhaust duct.
° Do not overload. IWash load = I Dryer load.
° Sort heavy items from lightweight items.
° Large, bulky items like blankets or comforters may require repositioning to ensure
even drying.
° Check that the washer is draining properly to extract adequate water from the load.
° Clothes load is too small to tumble properly. Add a few towels.
° Check the load for obiects such as coins, loose buttons, nails, etc. Remove prompdy.
[s Noisy • It is normal to hear the dryer gas valve or heating element cycle on and off during the
Dries Unevenly Very Dry setting ifdesired.
Has an Odor dryer with the surrounding room air. This is normal as the dryer draws the air from
Dryer shuts off
before load is dry cycle.
drying cycle.
• Be sure the dryer is leveled properly as outlined in the installation manual.
• It is normal for the dryer to hum due to the high velocity of air moving through the
dryer drum and exhaust system.
• 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
° 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 paindng_ varnishing, strong cleaners, etc. may enter the
the room, heats it, puffs 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.
° Clothes load is too small. Add more similar items or a few towels and restart the
° Clothes load is too large. Remove some of the load and restart the dryer.
For further assistance contact Maytag Services sM,Maytag Customer Assistance: 1-000-608-9900 U.S.A. or
1-800-688-2002 Canada. U.S.A. Customers using TTY for deaf, hearing impaired or speech impaired, call 1-800-688-2080.
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