Maytag MED3100DW Specification Sheet

Electric Dryer

PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS

MED3100D, MED4100D, MED5100D,

MED7100D, MED8100D

DRYER DIMENSIONS

Front view:

Side view:

27" (686 mm)

383/4" Min.

(984 mm)

39" Max. (990 mm)

Back view:
		61/2"
		(165 mm)
					* Approx. measurement
			Recommended installation clearances (dryer only):
Power supply
	cord/cable
		297/8"*
	Water inlet	(759 mm)			3"
(Steam models only)
Vent		31/2"*	18" min.		(76 mm)	48 in.2 min.
			(457 mm)
		(89 mm)				(310 cm2)
3/4"*		61/8"*	0" - 5"*			24 in.2 min.
		(156 mm)	(0" -(127 mm)		3"	(155 cm2)
(18 mm)	143/8"
					(76 mm)
* Approx. measurement	(365 mm)
NOTE: Most installations require a minimum of 5" (127 mm)					1"
clearance behind dryer for exhaust vent with elbow. See “Venting			1"*
Requirements.”			(25 mm)	(25 mm)
					* 0" (0 mm) spacing is allowed.

Installation spacing for recessed area or closet installation

All dimensions show recommended and minimum spacing allowed.

■■ Additional spacing should be considered for ease of installation and servicing.

■■ Additional clearances might be required for wall, door, floor moldings, dryer venting, and gas line.

■■ Additional spacing should be considered on all sides of the dryer to reduce noise transfer.

	■■	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.	W10676165B
	■■	Companion appliance spacing should also be considered.
			02/2016

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

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.

VENTING REQUIREMENTS

Exhaust venting: Exhaust your dryer to the outside. 4" (102 mm) diameter vent is required. Rigid or flexible metal exhaust vent must be used. Do not use plastic or metal foil vet. Exhaust hood must be at least 12" (305 mm) from the ground or any object that may be in the path of the exhaust.

Exhaust hoods:

Recommended Styles:

Louvered Hood		Box Hood

Acceptable Style:

Angled Hood

Determine vent path:

■■ Select route that will provide straightest and most direct path outdoors.

■■ Plan installation to use 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 as few 90° turns as possible.

Determine vent length and elbows needed for best drying performance:

■■ Use the “Vent System Charts” on the next page to determine type of vent material and hood combinations acceptable to use.

NOTE: Do not use vent runs longer than those specified in “Vent System Charts.”

Exhaust systems longer than those specified will: ■■ Shorten life of dryer.

■■ Reduce performance, resulting in longer drying times and increased energy usage.

The “Vent System Charts” provide venting requirements that will help achieve best drying performance.

Standard Vent System Chart

Number of	Type	Angled
90° elbows	of vent	hoods
0	Rigid metal	64 ft. (20 m)
1	Rigid metal	54 ft. (16.5 m)
2	Rigid metal	44 ft. (13.4 m)
3	Rigid metal	35 ft. (10.7 m)
4	Rigid metal	27 ft. (8.2 m)

Long Vent System Chart

Number of	Type	Angled
90° elbows	of vent	hoods
0	Rigid metal	160 ft. (48.8 m)
1	Rigid metal	150 ft. (45.7 m)
2	Rigid metal	140 ft. (42.7 m)
3	Rigid metal	130 ft. (39.6 m)
4	Rigid metal	120 ft. (36.6 m)

To determine if your model has a long vent system, refer to the type code located on the serial number plate in the inner door well. Example: An electric model would be DALV – Ele – XXXX XXX-XXX.

NOTE: For long vent systems, use of box/louvered hoods will improve venting regardless of length.

Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to change materials and specifications without notice.

Dimensions are for planning purposes only. For complete details, see Installation Instructions packed with product. Specifications subject to change without notice.