Maytag MEDE200XW User Manual
ELECTRONIC DRYER
SÉCHEUSE ÉLECTRONIQUE
Use & Care Guide
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QUICK START GUIDE/DRYER USE............PG. 4
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Table of Contents
DRYER SAFETY .......................................................................... 2
QUICK START GUIDE/DRYER USE ............................................ 4
DRYER CARE .............................................................................. 8
TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................... 9
WARRANTY ............................................................................. 12
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE .......................................BACK COVER
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GUIDE DE DÉMARRAGE RAPIDE/
UTILISATION DE LA SÉCHEUSE................PG. 15
Table des matières
SÉCURITÉ DE LA SÉCHEUSE .................................................... 13
GUIDE DE DÉMARRAGE RAPIDE/
UTILISATION DE LA SÉCHEUSE .............................................. 15
ENTRETIEN DE LA SÉCHEUSE ................................................. 19
DÉPANNAGE ........................................................................... 21
GARANTIE ............................................................................... 23
ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE ......................COUVERTURE ARRIÈRE
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DRYER SAFETY
You
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately
can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
follow
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety
messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.”
These words mean:
follow instructions.
instructions.
DANGER
WARNING
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WARNING: For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize
the risk of re or explosion, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death.
– Do not store or use gasoline or other ammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this
or any other appliance.
– WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
•
Do not try to light any appliance.
•
Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.
•
Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's
instructions.
•
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the re department.
– Installation and service must be performed by a qualied installer, service agency, or
the gas supplier.
•
Clear the room, building, or area of all occupants.
IMPORTANT: The gas installation must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas
Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54.
The dryer must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.
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QUICK START GUIDE/DRYER USE
WARNING: Gas leaks cannot always be detected by smell.
Gas suppliers recommend that you use a gas detector approved by UL or CSA.
For more information, contact your gas supplier.
If a gas leak is detected, follow the “What to do if you smell gas” instructions.
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Keep ammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from dryer.
Do not dry anything that has ever had anything
ammable on it (even after washing).
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
explosion, or re.
WARNING
Fire Hazard
No washer can completely remove oil.
Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on
it (including cooking oils).
Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be dried
on a clothesline or by using an Air Cycle.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death
or re.
For a summary of how to use your dryer following installation, see the QUICK START GUIDE on the next page.
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QUICK START GUIDE
cycle signal
dryness level
temperatures
WARNING: To reduce the risk of re electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before
operating this appliance.
This Use and Care Guide covers several different models. Your dryer may not have all the cycles and features described.
USING AUTO CYCLES
Auto Cycles automatically match
the cycle setting to the type of load and
adjust drying time for optimal performance.
See the Cycles information on the following
pages for more detail on each cycle.
1. Clean lint screen.
2. Place laundry in the dryer. Shut the door.
3. Press POWER/CANCEL.
4. Select the desired AUTO cycle.
5. Adjust the DRYNESS LEVEL, if desired.
6. Press TEMPERATURES until the desired temperature
glows.
7. Select the WRINKLE PREVENT and/or CYCLE SIGNAL
feature, if desired.
8. Press and hold START/PAUSE to begin.
To add or remove options during an Auto Cycle:
You may select or deselect the WRINKLE PREVENT and/or CYCLE
SIGNAL feature at any time during the cycle, if desired.
USING TIMED CYCLES
Use Timed Cycles to set a drying
time and temperature. See the
Cycles information on the following
pages for more information.
1. Clean lint screen.
2. Place laundry in the dryer. Shut the door.
3. Press POWER/CANCEL.
4. Select the desired TIMED cycle.
5. Press More Time or Less Time until the desired drying
time is displayed.
6. Press TEMPERATURES until the desired temperature
glows.
7. Select the WRINKLE PREVENT feature, if desired.
8. Press and hold START/PAUSE to begin.
To add or remove options during a Timed Cycle:
You may select or deselect the WRINKLE PREVENT and/or CYCLE
SIGNAL feature at any time during the cycle, if desired.
Stopping Your Dryer
To stop your dryer at any time
Press POWER/CANCEL.
Pausing or Restarting
To stop the dryer at any time
Open the door or press START/PAUSE once.
To restart the dryer
Close the door and press and hold START/PAUSE
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Cycles
NOTE: Not all cycles are available on all models.
Select the drying cycle that matches the type of load you are drying.
See the Auto Cycle Settings or Timed Cycle Settings chart.
Timed Cycles
Use Timed Cycles to select a specic amount of drying time and
a drying temperature. When a Timed Dry Cycle is selected, the
Estimated Time Remaining display shows the actual time remaining
in your cycle. You can change the actual time in the cycle by
pressing the More Time or Less Time Up or Down arrow buttons.
See “Changing Cycles and Settings.”
Timed Cycle Settings
Cycle Control knob
Auto Cycles
Auto Cycles allow you to match the cycle to the load you are
drying. See the following Auto Cycle Settings chart. Each cycle dries
certain fabrics at the recommended temperature. A sensor detects
the moisture in the load and automatically adjusts the drying time
for optimal drying. Press the DRYNESS LEVEL button to change the
dryness level to MORE, NORMAL, or LESS.
Auto Cycle Settings
Auto Cycles
Load Type
HEAVY DUTY
Heavyweight items, comforters,
towels, jeans
DENIM
Jeans, denim
NORMAL
Jackets, pillows, corduroys, work
clothes, sheets
WRINKLE CONTROL
Permanent press, synthetics
DELICATE
Lingerie, blouses, washable
woolens
DAMP DRY
Clothes to come out suitable
for ironing
If loads do not seem as dry as you would like, select More Dry next
time you dry a similar load.
Temperature Est. Cycle Time
(Minutes)
High 40
Medium 40
Medium 35
Low 35
Extra Low 30
Low 20
Timed Cycles
Load Type
TIMED DRY
Heavyweight items, bulky
items, bedspreads, work clothes
RAPID DRY
Small loads, sturdy fabric
FRESHEN UP
Helps smooth out wrinkles
*Reset time to complete drying, if needed.
Temperature Est. Cycle Time*
(Minutes)
High 60, 40
High 23
Medium 20
Air Dry
Use the Air Dry temperature setting with Timed Cycles for items
that require drying without heat such as rubber, plastic, and heatsensitive fabrics. This chart shows examples of items that can be
dried using Air Dry.
Type of load Est. Time*
(Minutes)
Foam rubber - pillows, padded bras, stuffed toys 20-30
Plastic - shower curtains, tablecloths 20-30
Rubber-backed rugs 40-50
Olen, polypropylene, sheer nylon 10-20
*Reset time to complete drying, if needed.
When using Air Dry
Check that coverings are securely stitched. ■
Shake and uff pillows by hand periodically during the cycle. ■
Dry item completely. Foam rubber pillows are slow to dry. ■
NOTE: Auto Cycles are not available when using the Air Dry setting.
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Additional Features
cycle signal
dryness level
temperatures
To unlock:
Press and hold the CYCLE SIGNAL button for 3 seconds to turn this
feature off.
NOTE: When the dryer is running and Lock/Unlock control is on,
the dryer can be stopped by pressing the START/PAUSE button, but
cannot be restarted until the control is unlocked.
Changing Cycles and Settings
You can change Auto Cycles, Timed Cycles, and the drying
temperature on Timed Cycles at any time before pressing Start/
Pause.
Three short tones sound if an unavailable combination is ■
selected. The last selection will not be accepted.
Estimated Time Remaining
Moisture sensing strips in the dryer measure the amount of moisture
in the clothes. The estimated time display may adjust to show a
more accurate drying time.
WRINKLE PREVENT Feature
When you are unable to remove a load of clothes from the dryer as
soon as it stops, wrinkles can form. The WRINKLE PREVENT feature
periodically tumbles, rearranges, and uffs the load to help keep
wrinkles from forming.
Get up to 60 minutes of heat-free, periodic tumbling at the end ■
of a cycle. Press the WRINKLE PREVENT button to turn ON or
OFF at any time before the cycle has ended.
The WRINKLE PREVENT feature is preset to “OFF.” If selected ■
for other cycles, the WRINKLE PREVENT feature setting will
remain “ON” the next time that cycle is selected.
Cycle Signal
The Cycle Signal produces an audible sound when the drying cycle
is nished. Press the CYCLE SIGNAL button to turn On or Off at any
time before the cycle has ended.
NOTE: When the WRINKLE PREVENT feature is selected and
the Cycle Signal is on, an audible sound will be emitted every
20 minutes until the clothes are removed, or the WRINKLE
PREVENT feature is nished.
Lock/Unlock Controls
This feature allows you to lock your settings to avoid unintended
use of the dryer. You can also use the Lock/Unlock Controls
feature to avoid unintended cycle or option changes during dryer
operation.
To enable the Lock/Unlock Controls feature when dryer
is running:
Press and hold the CYCLE SIGNAL button for 3 seconds.
The control is locked when a single beep is heard and the
Lock/Unlock Controls status light is on.
To enable the Lock/Unlock Controls feature when dryer
is OFF:
When the dryer is off, it is not necessary to press the
POWER/CANCEL button before activating the Lock/Unlock
Controls feature.
Changing Cycles after starting dryer
1. Press the POWER/CANCEL button. This ends the current cycle
and turns the dryer OFF.
2. Press the POWER/CANCEL button again to turn on the dryer.
3. Select the desired cycle and options.
4. Press and hold START/PAUSE. The dryer starts at the beginning
of the new cycle.
Changing settings on Timed Cycles during the cycle
You can change the temperature setting at any time during the cycle
by pressing the TEMPERATURES button.
Status Lights
Follow the progress of your dryer with the drying Status indicator
lights.
Wet
The Wet light illuminates at the beginning of an Auto Cycles if a wet
item is detected.
In an Auto Cycle, if a wet item is not detected after ■
approximately 5 minutes, the dryer goes directly into Cool
Down and the Cool Down and Wrinkle Prevent indicators
illuminate, if selected.
In a Timed Dry Cycle, wet items are not detected. The dryer ■
will continue to run for the length of time selected, and the Wet
light will illuminate. The damp light will not illuminate.
Damp
The Damp light illuminates in an Auto Cycle when the laundry is
approximately 80% dry.
Cool Down
The Cool Down light illuminates during the cool down part of the
cycle. Laundry cools for ease in handling.
Done
The Done light illuminates when the drying cycle is nished. This
indicator stays on during Wrinkle Prevent
Wrinkle Prevent
The Wrinkle Prevent light illuminates when this option is selected.
This indicator stays on during the Wrinkle Prevent setting.
Clean Lint Screen
The Clean Lint Screen light is a reminder to check and clean the lint
screen. The Clean Lint Screen light will come on when the machine
is turned on. The light will ash until the cycle is started or the door
is opened, and then the light will turn off.
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DRYER CARE
Cleaning the Dryer Location
Keep dryer area clear and free from items that would block the air
ow for proper dryer operation.
Cleaning the Lint Screen
Every Load Cleaning
The lint screen is located in the door opening of the dryer. A screen
blocked by lint can increase drying time.
To clean
1. Pull the lint screen straight up. Roll lint off the screen with your
ngers. Do not rinse or wash screen to remove lint. Wet lint is
hard to remove.
To wash
1. Roll lint off the screen with your ngers.
2. Wet both sides of lint screen with hot water.
3. Wet a nylon brush with hot water and liquid detergent. Scrub
lint screen with the brush to remove residue buildup.
4. Rinse screen with hot water.
5. Thoroughly dry lint screen with a clean towel. Replace screen
in dryer.
Cleaning the Dryer Interior
To clean dryer drum
1. Make a paste with powdered laundry detergent and very warm
water.
2. Apply paste to a soft cloth.
OR
Apply a liquid, nonammable household cleaner to the stained
area and rub with a soft cloth until all excess dye and stains are
removed.
3. Wipe drum thoroughly with a damp cloth.
4. Tumble a load of clean cloths or towels to dry drum.
NOTE: Garments that contain unstable dyes, such as denim blue
jeans or brightly colored cotton items, may discolor the dryer
interior. These stains are not harmful to your dryer and will not stain
future loads of clothes. Dry unstable dye items inside out to avoid
transfer of dye.
2. Push the lint screen rmly back into place.
IMPORTANT:
Do not run the dryer if the lint screen is loose, damaged, ■
blocked, or missing. Doing so can cause overheating and
damage to both the dryer and fabrics.
If lint falls off the screen into the dryer during removal, ■
check the exhaust hood and remove the lint. See “Venting
Requirements.”
As Needed Cleaning
Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can build up on
the lint screen. This buildup can cause longer drying times for
your clothes, or cause the dryer to stop before your load is
completely dry.
Clean the lint screen with a nylon brush every 6 months, or more
frequently, if it becomes clogged due to a residue buildup.
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Removing Accumulated Lint
From Inside the Dryer Cabinet
Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending on
dryer usage. Cleaning should be done by a qualied servicer.
From Inside the Exhaust Vent
Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending on
dryer usage.
Vacation, Storage, and Moving Care
Non-Use or Storage Care
Operate your dryer only when you are at home. If you will be on
vacation or not using your dryer for an extended period of time,
you should:
1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.
2. Clean lint screen. See “Cleaning the Lint Screen.”
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