Maytag PYGT344AWW, PYGT244AWW, PYGS244AWW, PYET344AZW, PYET344AYW Owner’s Manual
...
Y[AG
® performa TM
PY-3
Fableof Contents
Safety ................... 1-2
Using the Controls ......... 3-4
Select Temperature
Select Options
Select Cycle
Push the Control Dial in to Start
Operating Tips .............. 5
Clean the LintFilter
Load the Dryer Properly
Care & Cleaning ............. 5
Control Panel
Tumbler
Cabinet
Dryer Exhaust System
Replacing the Drum Light
Troubleshooting ............. 7
Service & Warranty .......... 9
Guide d'utilisation et
d'entretien .............. 10
Guia de uso y cuidado ....... 19
Form No. A/06/03 Part No. 53-4343 www.maytag.com Litho U.S.A. _2003 Maytag Appliances Sales Co.
5ofetv
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 situations that may occur. Common
sense, caution and care must be exercised when
installing, maintaining or operating appliance.
Always contact your dealer, distributor, service agent or
manufacturer about problems or conditions you do not
understand.
Recognize Safety Symbols, Words,
Labels
Sofetv
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 highly flammable items used in
homes, such as: acetone, 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 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.
10.
Clean the lint screen before or after each load.
11.
Keep the area around the exhaust opening and
surrounding 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 dryer.
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
customers of potential exposures to such substances.
Users of this appliance are hereby warned that the
burning 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.
/4. Before the appliance is removed from service or
discarded, remove the door to the drying
compartment.
5. Do not reach into the appliance if the drum is moving.
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
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.
SAVE THESE NSTRUCTJONS
Note
• Because of continuing product improvements,
Maytag reserves 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.
UsingtheControls
Select Temperature
In order to select the correct temperature, turn the
temperature control to one of four choices; Regular,
Medium (select models), Delicate or Air Fluff.
Regular Sturdy cottons or labels marked
Tumble Dry.
Medium For wrinkle free/permanent press
(select models) synthetics, lightweight cottons
labeled Tumble Dry Medium.
Delicate For heat sensitive items labeled
Tumble Dry Low or Tumble Dry
Medium.
Air Fluff Items which need freshening.
Load tumbles with room
temperature air.
MAYIAG
Deltcate Medium
_,, FIt_ff ,4 Regular
Temperature
rleavy Duty / Oversize Capacity Plus / Quiet Series / Drum L ght / 12 Cycles
Select Cycle
Select Options
Extended Tumble [select models)
Extended Tumble is provided to minimize wrinkles in
the Auto Dry Wrinkle Free Fabrics cycle. This feature
provides an extra 60 minutes of unheated tumble
action at the end of the cycle. Clothes can be removed
any time during this portion of the cycle.
On dryer models with optional EXTENDED TUMBLE,
the additional 60 minutes of unheated tumbling can be
cancelled by turning the selector knob to OFF.
End of Cycle Signal
When the cycle is complete, a signal will sound. On
select models, the End of Cycle Signal can be turned
off.
Remove load immediately to reduce wrinkling.
To select a cycle, rotate the control dial to the desired
setting. When using an Auto Dry cycle, the control dial
should point between More Dry and Less Dry for most
loads.
Loads of larger or bulkier size may require the 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.
Auto Dry Regular
The Auto Dry Regular cycle is designed to dry most
cottons and linens. At the end of the cycle, the clothes
are cooled to reduce wrinkling for approximately
10 minutes.
Auto Dry Wrinkle Free Fabrics
The Auto Dry Wrinkle Free Fabrics cycle is designed to
dry wrinkle free cottons, synthetic fabrics, double knits
and permanent press fabrics automatically. At the end
of the cycle, the clothes are cooled for approximately
20 minutes to reduce wrinkling. If the load is not
removed from the dryer and Extended Tumble has
been selected, the cycle will advance to Extended
Tumble which provides additional unheated tumbling
time. (See Step 2).
Signal
cool Auto Dry
Down
S
20
40
S
o 7o
Cycles and options may vary by model.
90 Time Dry
8o Air Fluff
Time Dry/Air Fluff
This cycle can be used to regulate the drying time. Use
with Air Fluff, Delicate, Medium (select models) or
Regular temperature settings. For timed drying, turn
the control dial clockwise until the pointer points to the
proper time setting in the Time Dry/Air Fluff cycle.
Note
• Using the Air Fluff temperature setting will require
a longer drying time.
Special Options (select models)
Damp Dry is located on the Time Dry/Air Fluff section
of the dial. It is designed to partially dry items and can
be used with any temperature selection. Damp Dry
will provide 20 minutes of tumbling time, followed by
five minutes of cool-down tumbling.
Wrinkle Release will release wrinkles from items that
are clean and dry but only slightly wrinkled, such as
from a crowded closet or suitcase, or from sitting in
the dryer too long after the cycle has ended. Wrinkle
Release provides 10 minutes of tumbling followed by
five minutes of cool-down tumbling and can be used
with any temperature selection.
Push the Control Dial in to
Start
Push the control dial in to start the dryer. The dryer
door must be closed for the dryer to start.
Note
• The dial can be turned in either direction to select
a cycle. Once started, the dial will not advance at
a specific rate during the Auto Dry 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.
Operutin9Tips
Clean the Lint Filter
• After each load.
• To shorten drying time.
• To operate more energy efficiently.
Note
• Do not operate the dryer without the lint filter in
place.
Load the Dryer Properly
Place only one washload in the dryer at a time.
Mixed loads of heavy and lightweight clothes will dry
differently. Lightweight clothes will 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.
iio
iio
Care&Cleaning
Control Panel
Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive
substances.
Tumbler
Remove any stains (such as crayon, ink pen or fabric
dye) with soap and water. Then tumble clean old
towels or rags to remove any excess stain.
Cabinet
Wipe off any marks with soap and water. Use an
appliance wax once a year if desired.
Dryer Exhaust System
Inspect and clean once a year to maintain optimum
performance. The outside exhaust hood should be
cleaned more frequently to ensure proper operation.
(Refer to the Installation Instructions for more
information.)
Replacing the Drum Light
Cselect models)
Unplug or disconnect the dryer from the power
supply.
Lift top of dryer by inserting a putty knife under
top, 4" in from each side.
Rotate bulb holder to vertical position before
removing bulb.
4. Push bulb down and rotate counterclockwise to
rem ove.
Replace with a 25 watt, 115/125 volt twist lock
utility light Part No. 53-0570 or equivalent. Place
bulb in socket, push down and rotate clockwise.
.
Rotate bulb holder to horizontal position.
7.
Place top of dryer back in original position. Make
sure metal tabs hold top in place.
8. Reconnect dryer to power supply.
DryerixhoustTips
Do
Read the installation instructions and the use and
care guide.
Do
Let your dryer exhaust
the air easily.
including at the dryer.
Never use lint-trapping screws.
Don't
Let a poor exhaust system cause slow drying.
Don't
Restrict your dryer
with a poor exhaust
system.
Don't
Use plastic, thin foil, or
non-metal flexible duct.
Do [
Clean all old ducts
before installing your new
dryer. Be sure vent flap opens
and closes freely. Inspect and
clean the exhaust system
annually.
(I I
Don't
Use longer than
necessary duct runs
with many elbows.
Don't
Allow crushed
or clogged
ducts and vent.
Doesn't Run
Doesn't Heat
Be sure the door is shut.
Is the electrical cord plugged in?
Has a fuse blown or the circuit breaker tripped?
Push the control dial in again if the door was opened during the cycle.
Has a fuse blown or the circuit breaker tripped?
Select a heat setting, not air fluff.
Check that the gas supply is on for gas dryers.
Clean the lint filter and exhaust duct.
Dryer time may have moved into the cool-down portion of the cycle.
Doesn't Dry
Properly
Is Noisy
Control Knob
Advances
Slowly
Check all of the above, plus...
Check the exhaust hood outside the house, does it open and close freely?
Check exhaust system for lint buildup. Ducting should be inspected and cleaned annually.
Use rigid 4" metal exhaust ducL
Do not overload. 1 wash load = 1 dryer load.
Sort heavy items from lightweight items.
Large, bulky items like blankets or comforters may require repositioning to ensure even
drying.
Check the washer to be sure it is draining properly to extract water from the load.
Clothes load is too small to tumble properly. Add a few towels.
Check the load for objects such as coins, nails, etc. Remove promptly from dryer,
It is normal to hear the dryer gas valve or heating element cycle on and off during the
drying cycle.
The dryer should be level and installed on a solid floor`
A clicking noise may be the timer advancing.
It is normal for the dryer to hum due to the high velocity of air moving through the dryer
drum and exhaust system.
Thisis normal operation for an Auto Dry 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.
Dries Unevenly
Has an Odor
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 More Dry
setting if desired.
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 painting, varnishing, strong cleaners, etc. may enter the
dryer with the surrounding room air. This is normal as the dryer draws the air from the
room, heats it, pulls 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`
notes
Loading...