Maytag MEDB855DW, MEDB835DC, MEDB855DC, YMEDB855DC, MGDB835DC Owner's Manual

Use & Care Guide

Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien

ELECTRONIC DRYER

SÉCHEUSE ÉLECTRONIQUE

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
DRYER SAFETY........................................................................................		2
CHECK YOUR VENT SYSTEM FOR GOOD AIR FLOW		.............4
CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES.................................................		5
CYCLE GUIDE..........................................................................................		7
USING YOUR DRYER............................................................................		9
ADDITIONAL FEATURES ..................................................................		11
DRYER CARE.........................................................................................		12
TROUBLESHOOTING........................................................................		14
WARRANTY............................................................................................		17
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE.............................................	Back Cover

DRYER SAFETY

TABLE DE MATIÈRES
SÉCURITÉ DE LA SÉCHEUSE........................................................		18
VÉRIFICATION D’UNE CIRCULATION D’AIR ADÉQUATE
POUR LE SYSTÈME D’ÉVACUATION............................................		20
TABLEAU DE COMMANDE ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES.............		21
GUIDE DE PROGRAMMES..............................................................		23
UTILISATION DE LA SÉCHEUSE....................................................		25
CARACTÉRISTIQUES SUPPLÉMENTAIRES...............................		27
ENTRETIEN DE LA SÉCHEUSE......................................................		28
DÉPANNAGE.........................................................................................		30
GARANTIE...............................................................................................		34
ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE..................................	Couverture arrière

IMPORTANT: When discarding or storing your old clothes dryer, remove the door.

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CHECK YOUR VENT SYSTEM FOR GOOD AIR FLOW

Good air flow

Along with heat, dryers require good air flow to efficiently dry laundry. Proper venting will reduce your drying times and improve your energy savings. See Installation Instructions.

The venting system attached to the dryer plays a big role

in good air flow. Blocked or crushed vents as well as improper venting installation will reduce air flow and dryer performance.

Service calls caused by improper venting are not covered by the warranty and will be paid by the customer, regardless of who installed the dryer. To clean or repair venting, contact a venting specialist.

Maintain good air flow by:

nCleaning your lint screen before each load.

nReplace plastic or foil vent material with 4" (102 mm) diameter heavy, rigid vent material.

nUse the shortest length of vent possible.

nUse no more than four 90° elbows in a vent system; each bend and curve reduces air flow.

Good Better

nRemove lint and debris from the exhaust hood.

nRemove lint from the entire length of the vent system at least every 2 years. When cleaning is complete, be sure to follow the Installation Instructions supplied with your dryer for final product check.

nClear away items from the front of the dryer.

Energy Saver

Touch to activate the Energy Saver option, which allows you to increase your energy savings by using a slightly lower heat level. For automatic cycles, Energy Saver will increase drying times by approximately 40 minutes; the LED Display will reflect this time.

Energy Saver will default on for Normal. For optimal energy, turn on the Energy Saver option. For optimal time, turn off the Energy Saver option.

NOTE: Energy savings may vary across loads and cycles.

Use Sensor cycles for better fabric care and energy savings

Use the Sensor Cycles to provide the most energy savings and enhanced fabric care from the dryer. During Sensor Cycles, drying air temperature and moisture level are sensed in the load. This sensing occurs throughout the drying cycle and the dryer shuts off when the load reaches the selected dryness. Use the NORMAL dryness level to provide optimal energy savings.

With Timed Dry, the dryer runs the amount of time set and sometimes results in shrinkage, wrinkling, and static due to over-drying. Use Timed Dry for the occasional damp load that needs a little more drying time or when using the drying rack.

Tips for getting the best performance from your steam dryer

nResults may vary depending on fabric. 100% cotton garments with wrinkle-free finish may yield better results than those without. 100% cotton items may require additional touching up after cycles that use steam.

nUse of fabric softener sheet is not recommended with cycles that use steam. It may cause temporary staining on clothes.

nCycles that use steam are not recommended for items that have been starched. Wash any starched or new garments prior to using cycles that use steam.

nThe Steam Refresh cycle is best for reducing light wrinkles from loads left in the dryer too long.

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CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES

Not all features and cycles are available on all models.

Steam Model

5 4

2

6 7 1

3	5

NOTE: The control panel features a sensitive surface that responds to a light touch of your finger. To ensure your selections are registered, touch the control panel with your finger tip, not your fingernail. When selecting a setting or option, simply touch its name.

Non-Steam Model

5		4
2				6	7

1

3	5

1POWER

Touch to turn the dryer on and off. Touch to stop/cancel a cycle at any time.

2CYCLE CONTROL KNOB

Use your dryer’s cycle control knob to select available cycles on your dryer. Turn the knob to select a cycle for your laundry load. See “Cycle Guide” for detailed descriptions of cycles.

3START/PAUSE

Touch and hold until the LED comes on to start a cycle or touch once while a cycle is in process to pause it.

4TIMED DRY ADJUST

Use “+” and “–” with Timed Cycles to increase or decrease the length of a Timed Dry or Rapid Dry cycle.

5LED DISPLAY AND SETTINGS

When you select a cycle, its default settings will light up and the Estimated Time Remaining (for Sensor Cycles) or actual time remaining (for Timed Cycles) will be displayed.

Touch the setting names next to the display to adjust settings. See “Cycle Guide” for available settings on each cycle. Not all settings are available with all cycles.

Temperature

When using Timed Cycles, you may select a dry temperature based on the type of load you are drying. Use the warmest setting safe for the garments in the load. Follow garment label instructions.

NOTE: Sensor Cycles allow temperature adjustment. At most, 3 of available temperatures (not including Air Only) are allowed.

Dry Level

You may adjust the Dry Level on Sensor Cycles (except for the Sanitize cycle), if desired.

NOTE: Dryness level is for use with Sensor Cycles only.

Wrinkle Prevent

If you will be unable to remove a load immediately, touch Wrinkle Prevent to add up to 150 minutes of periodic tumbling to help reduce wrinkling. On some cycles, you may select the “With Steam” setting to add a short steam cycle after 60 minutes to help smooth out wrinkles.

NOTE: If you open the dryer door prior to the end of the Wrinkle Prevent, the dryer will go into Pause mode. You will need to touch Power to turn off or touch Start/Pause to continue Wrinkle Prevent.

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6OPTIONS

Use to select available options for your dryer. Not all cycles and options are available on all models.

Energy Saver

Activate the ENERGY SAVER setting to increase your energy savings. This setting uses a lower heat level and extends cycle time. Turn on for optimal energy savings. Turn off for optimal cycle times. ENERGY SAVER will default on for Normal.

NOTE: Energy savings is not available on all cycles and may vary across loads and cycles.

Static Reduce (on some models)

Touch to add the Static Reduce option to selected Sensor cycles (see “Cycle Guide”). The dryer will automatically tumble, pause, and introduce a small amount of moisture into the load to help reduce static. This option adds approximately 8 minutes to the total cycle time.

Damp Dry Signal

Touch to select the Damp Dry Signal to Low, High, or Off. When selected, a series of beeps will sound when the load is damp, but not completely dry. This will allow you to take clothes out of the load that do not need to dry completely. This option is not available on Sanitize, Steam Refresh, and the Timed Dry cycles.

Audio Level

Touch AUDIO LEVEL to change end beep and button sounds simultaneously to Low, High, or Off.

7CYCLE STATUS LIGHTS

The indicator bar on the right side of the control will let you know what stage of the drying cycle is in process. For more information on each stage, see “Cycle Status Indicators.”

Sensing

The Sensing indicator will light during Sensor Cycles to indicate that the moisture sensor on the dryer is operating. This indicator will not light during Timed Cycles or options such as Wrinkle Prevent.

Check Vent

The Check Vent indicator will light if there is a blocked vent or low airflow.

Good Airflow

This indicator will light if there is no major vent blockage.

Steam

This indicator will light when a steam function is active.

NOTE: Steam is not available on all models or on all cycles.

Done

This will indicate that the selected cycle has ended and the load may be removed from the dryer. If Wrinkle Prevent has been selected, the dryer may continue to tumble the load, even if the Done indicator is lit.

Check Lint Screen

The Check Lint Screen indicator light will flash as a reminder to clean the lint screen. It will flash until the door is opened or a cycle is started. It will turn off when the dryer is turned off.

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CYCLE GUIDE — SENSOR CYCLES

Senses moisture in the load and shuts off when the load reaches the selected dryness level. The dry temperature shown is the default temperature. This setting can be modified on some cycles but is not retained for future drying with this cycle. The dryness level shown is the default dryness setting. This setting can be changed on some cycles and will be retained for future drying with this cycle. Available options shown in bold are default settings for that cycle.

To get the most energy savings and enhanced fabric care from your dryer, use the Sensing cycles. These cycles measure the drying air temperature and moisture levels to turn the dryer off once the load reaches the selected dryness level. For electric models, dryer performance and results may vary with service voltage less than 240.

Items

Cycle:

Temperature:

Dry Level:

Available

Cycle Details:

to dry:

Options:

Large loads

Power Dry

Damp Dry Signal

This is a high heat cycle. Use

of towels and

Wrinkle Prevent†

for large loads of heavyweight

heavyweight

Static Reduce

fabrics such as cotton towels.

items

Heavyweight

Heavy Duty

Damp Dry Signal

Offers stepped drying starting

items such as

Wrinkle Prevent†

with High heat followed by

towels or heavy

Static Reduce

Medium High heat for enhanced

work clothes

fabric care and energy savings.

Jackets,

Bedding

Damp Dry

Use for drying large, bulky

comforters,

Signal

items; do not overfill dryer drum.

pillows

Wrinkle Prevent†

Partway through the cycle, the

signal will sound for 2 minutes

to indicate when it is time to

rearrange items for optimal

drying.

Heavyweight

Sanitize*

Wrinkle Prevent†

This is a long cycle with high heat

items

w/o Steam

which has been proven to reduce

household bacteria. This cycle is

not recommended for all fabrics.

Use for loads of heavyweight

fabrics.

Work clothes,

Normal

Energy Saver

Starts at High Heat, quickly goes

casual wear,

Damp Dry Signal

to Medium High, and then ends

mixed cottons,

Wrinkle Prevent†

on Medium heat to dry large

sheets,

Static Reduce

loads of mixed fabrics and items.

corduroys

Normal is the preferred energy

cycle. Energy Saver defaults on.

To reduce cycle time, at the cost

of energy savings, turn Energy

Saver off.

Jeans and denim

Denim

Damp Dry Signal

Stepped drying uses High heat

Wrinkle Prevent†

initially, followed by Medium heat

Static Reduce

to drive moisture from jeans and

denim.

Shirts, blouses,

Wrinkle

Energy Saver

Uses a stepped drying

permanent

Control

Damp Dry Signal

temperature from Medium to Low

press, synthetics,

Wrinkle

for improved moisture removal

lightweight items

Prevent† w/

and enhanced fabric care. Cycle

Steam

is designed to help reduce

Static Reduce

wrinkles.

Undergarments,

Delicates

Energy Saver

Uses a stepped drying

blouses, lingerie,

Damp Dry Signal

temperature from Medium to Low

performance

Wrinkle Prevent†

to gently dry delicate items.

wear

Static Reduce

*Extended high-heat drying cycle intended to help sanitize items such as sheets and towels. This cycle is not recommended for all fabrics. For best results, this cycle should be run to completion to ensure sanitization and do not interrupt cycle.

†You may select the “With Steam” setting to add a short steam cycle after 60 minutes. This is not available on Sanitize or Delicates. On Steam Models for these cycles, Wrinkle Prevent without Steam will be run to keep optimal clothes protected/performance.

Load Size Recommendations

For best results, follow the wet load size recommendations noted for each cycle.

Small load: Fill the dryer drum with 3–4 items, not more than 1/4 full.

Medium load: Fill the dryer drum up to about 1/2 full.

Large load: Fill the dryer drum up to about 3/4 full. Do not overload. Items need to tumble freely.

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CYCLE GUIDE — TIMED CYCLES

Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that cycle.

Not all features and cycles are available on all models. Not all settings and options are available on each cycle.

Adjusting drying time on Timed Cycles

When you select a Timed Cycle, the default time appears in the display. Use the “+” and “–” buttons to increase or decrease the time in 1-minute increments.

Touch and hold to change the time in 5-minute increments.

The maximum dry time is 150 minutes.

Selecting the Temperature

A High heat setting may be used for drying heavyweight items such as towels and work clothes.

A Low to Medium heat setting may be used for drying mediumweight items such as sheets, blouses, dresses, underwear, permanent press fabrics, and some knits.

Use a no heat (air dry) setting for foam, rubber, plastic, or heatsensitive fabrics.

Line dry bonded or laminated fabrics.

NOTE: If you have questions about drying temperatures for various loads, refer to the care label directions.

Items to dry:	Cycle:	Temperature:					Default	Available	Cycle Details:
							Time:	Options:
Any load	Timed Dry						40	Wrinkle	Use to dry items to a damp level for items
NOTE: Select Air								Prevent†	that do not require an entire drying cycle.
Only to dry foam,									Select a drying temperature based on
rubber, plastic,									the type of fabrics in your load. If you are
or heat-sensitive									unsure of the temperature to select for a
fabrics.									load, select the lower setting rather than
									the higher setting.
Small loads and	Rapid Dry						15	Wrinkle	For small loads of 3–4 items.
sportswear								Prevent†

†You may select the “Wrinkle Prevent with Steam” setting to add a short steam cycle after 60 minutes. This is available only with High and Medium Temperature settings.

Depending on settings, steam option may be disabled to protect clothing and optimize performance.

CYCLE GUIDE — STEAM CYCLES

Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that cycle.

Not all settings and options are available on each cycle.

Steam cycles are designed for use with dry loads to loosen wrinkles, reduce odors, and refresh fabrics.

Items	Cycle:	Temperature:			Available	Cycle Details:
to refresh:					Options:
Mixed Loads	Steam Refresh (on				Wrinkle Prevent†	Use to smooth out wrinkles and reduce odors from
	some models)					loads.

† You may select the “Wrinkle Prevent with Steam” setting to add a short steam cycle after 60 minutes.

Load Size Recommendations

For best results, follow the load size recommendations noted for each cycle.

Small load: Fill the dryer drum with 3–4 items, not more than 1/4 full.

Medium load: Fill the dryer drum up to about 1/2 full.

Large load: Fill the dryer drum up to about 3/4 full. Do not overload. Items need to tumble freely.

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USING YOUR DRYER

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.

1. Clean the lint screen

Clean the lint screen before each load. Pull the lint screen straight up and out. Press tab down on front to open lint screen. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers. Do not rinse or wash screen to remove lint. Wet lint is hard to remove. Close lint screen and push the lint screen firmly back into place.

For additional cleaning information, see “Dryer Care.”

2. Load the dryer

Open the door by pulling on the handle. Place laundry in the dryer. Add a dryer sheet to wet load, if desired. Close the door.

IMPORTANT: Do not tightly pack the dryer. Items need to tumble freely. Tightly packing can lead to poor drying performance and may increase wrinkling and tangling.

3. Touch POWER

Touch POWER to turn on the dryer.

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4. Select the desired cycle								6. Select any additional options

Steam model shown

Select the desired cycle for your load. See the “Cycle Guide” for more information about each cycle. Not all cycles are on all models.

Steam Refresh:

Reduces light wrinkles and odors from a few garments at a time. Do not add dryer sheets.

5. Adjust cycle settings, if desired

Steam model shown

You may adjust different settings, depending on whether you have selected a Sensor Cycle, TImed Cycle, or Steam Refresh Cycle. See the “Cycle Guide” for detailed information.

NOTE: Not all options and settings are available with all cycles. Not all cycles are on all models.

Sensor Cycles:

You can select a different dryness level, depending on your load, by touching DRY LEVEL to scroll to More, Normal, or Less. Selecting More, Normal, or Less automatically adjusts the dryness level at which the dryer will shut off. Dry Level can be changed in the first 5-8 minutes of the cycle.

Sensor cycles give the best drying in the shortest time. Drying time varies based on fabric type, load size, and dryness setting.

Timed Cycles:

When you select a Timed Cycle,

the default time appears in the display. Touch “+” and “–” to increase or decrease the time in

1-minute increments. Touch

and hold to change the time in 5-minute increments.

The default temperature may be changed by touching Temperature until the desired dry temperature is lit.

Steam model shown

Add additional options such as Energy Saver or Static Reduce by touching that option. If you will be unable to remove the load promptly, select the Wrinkle Prevent options before touching START.

NOTE: Not all options and settings are available with all cycles.

7. Touch and hold START to begin cycle

Touch and hold START to begin the cycle.

8. Remove garments promptly after cycle is finished

Promptly remove garments after cycle has completed to reduce wrinkling. If you will be unable to remove the load promptly, select the Wrinkle Prevent option.

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Changing the Sensor Cycle settings to increase drying time

If all your loads on all Sensor Cycles are consistently not as dry as you would like, you may change the default settings to increase or decrease the default dryness level.

Your sensor drying settings can be adjusted to adapt to different installations, environmental conditions, or personal preference. This change is retained and will affect all of your Sensor cycles, not just the current cycle/load. There are 5 drying settings, which are displayed using the time display:

0Much wetter clothes, 30% less drying time.

1Slightly wetter clothes, 15% less drying time.

2Factory preset dryness level.

3Slightly drier clothes, 15% more drying time.

4Much drier clothes, 30% more drying time.

To change the drying settings:

NOTE: The settings cannot be changed while the dryer is running or paused. The dryer must be in standby mode (power is off) to adjust the default settings.

1.Before starting a cycle, touch and hold DRY LEVEL for 6 seconds.

2.Touch DRY LEVEL to select the dryness level shown in the time display: 0, 1, 2, 3, or 4.

3.Touch START to save the new dryness level setting.

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

USING THE DRYING RACK

To obtain a drying rack for your dryer, order by calling 1-800-901-2042. You will need your model and serial number and the purchase date. Remove and discard any packing material before use.

Use the Drying Rack for items that you do not want to tumble dry, such as sweaters and tennis shoes. When you use the drying rack, the drum continues to turn, but the rack remains stationary.

The drying rack is intended for use with the Timed Dry cycles only. The drying rack cannot be used with Automatic cycles.

To use the drying rack:

IMPORTANT: Do not remove the lint screen. 1. Open dryer door.

USING THE DRYING RACK (cont.)

2.Align the two hooks on the front of the drying rack with the holes in the dryer door opening and press down fully into holes. Rest the rear support on the dryer back ledge.

3.Place wet items on top of the drying rack. Allow space around items for air to circulate. The drying rack does not move, but the drum will rotate; be sure to leave adequate clearance between items and the inside of the dryer drum. Make sure items do not hang over the edges or between drying rack grille.

4.Close the door.

5.Select a Timed Dry/Air Only, or Low Temperature cycle. Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be dried on a clothesline or by using the Air Only setting.

6.When the cycle is selected, the Estimated Time Remaining display shows the default time. You can change the actual time in the cycle by increasing or decreasing the cycle time.

7.Start the dryer.

NOTE: Check the lint screen and remove any lint accumulated from items dried on the drying rack after the cycle is finished.

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