Maytag SDE515DAWW User Manual
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Safety ................... 1-2
Using the Controls ......... 3-5
Select Temperature
Select Signal
Select Cycle
Select Options
Press Start
Check the Moisture Sensor
Operating Tips .............. 6
Clean the Lint Filter
Load the Dryer Properly
Accessories ................ 6
Control Panel
Tumbler
Cabinet
Dryer Exhaust System
Door Reverse ............... 8
Dryer Exhaust Tips ........... 9
Troubleshooting ............ 10
Service & Warranty ......... 11
Form No. A/06/03 Part No. 2200871
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Guide d'utilisation et
d'entretien .............. 12
Guia de uso y cuidado ...... 24
Litho U.S.A. _2003 Maytag Appliances Sales Co.
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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
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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.
/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.
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13.
Clean the lint screen before or after each load.
Keep the area around the exhaust opening and
surrounding areas free from lint accumulation, dust
and dirt.
The interior of the dryer and exhaust duct should be
cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel.
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.
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.
SAVE THESE NSTRUCTJONS
UsingtheControls
Cycles and options may vary by model.
Select Temperature
To select the correct temperature, turn the temperature
control to one of four choices; Regular, Medium, Ultra
Care or Air Fluff.
Regular For sturdy cottons or those labeled
Tumble Dry.
Medium For wrinkle free, synthetics,
lightweight cottons or items
labeled Tumble Dry Medium.
Ultra Care For heat sensitive items labeled
Tumble Dry Low or Tumble Dry
Warm.
Air Fluff Tumbles without heat. Used for
sensitive loads or items needing
freshening.
Temperature
Medium Ultra Care
Regular
Air Huff
Select Signal
End of Cycle Signal
Shortly before the cycle is complete, an audible signal
will sound. During the cool down portion of the Wrinkle
Free Fabrics cycle, the audible signal will sound
intermittently.
Chime
On Off
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UsingtheControls
Select Cycle
To select a cycle, rotate the control dial to the desired
setting. When using an IntelliDry 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.
IntelliDry Regular
The IntelliDry Regular cycle is designed to dry loads
such as towels, underwear, t-shirts, jeans, etc.
IntelliDry Wrinkle Free Fabrics
The IntelliDry Wrinkle Free Fabrics cycle is designed to
dry wrinkle free cottons, synthetic fabrics, double knits
and permanent press fabrics automatically. It
minimizes wrinkling by providing a longer unheated
cool-down period at the end of the cycle.
Time Dry/Air Fluff
This cycle can be used to regulate the drying time. Use
with Air Fluff, Ultra Care, Medium or Regular
temperature settings. For timed drying, turn the control
dial 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.
Coo[ Down
Less Dn
[nte[[[Dry
Wr[nk]e Free
Fabrics Moroory
Extended off
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Oil
Wrinkle Release Damp Dry
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Time Dry/
Air Huff
Special Options
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.
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 IntelliDry 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.
UsingtheControls
Select Options
Extended Tumble
Extended Tumble is provided to minimize wrinkles in
the IntelliDry Wrinkle Free Fabrics cycle. This feature
provides an extra 24 minutes of unheated tumble
action at the end of the cycle. Clothes can be removed
any time during this portion of the cycle. The additional
24 minutes of unheated tumbling can be cancelled by
setting the switch to OFE
Extended
Tumble
on
Off
Press Start
Push this button to start the dryer. The dryer door must
be shut for the dryer to operate. If the door is opened
during the cycle, the Start button must be pushed
again to resume the cycle once the door is closed.
Start
Check the Moisture Sensor
Indicator lights in the moisture sensor will display
when an IntelliDry cycle is in operation. The top light
will blink on and off. As loads dry, there will be longer
pauses between each blink. No lights will display
during Time Dry.
The bottom light in the monitor will remain on until the
cool down portion of the cycle starts. During cool
down the dryer continues to tumble the load in
unheated air to help minimize wrinkling.
Moisture Sensor
More
Less
, The top sensor light may not blink when small
loads of heavy, bulky items are dried, such as large
rugs or sweaters.
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.
• When drying large, bulky items such as a blanket or
comforter, it may be necessary to reposition the load
during the cycle to ensure even drying.
Accessories
Optional Drying Rack
Select dryer models are equipped with a drying rack.
The drying rack is useful for drying items that require
no tumble drying, such as tennis shoes, sweaters,
stuffed toys or other delicate items.
Note
• The Drying Rack, part no. 504105, is available
when not included with your dryer. See your dealer
or call 1-877-232-6771 to order.
Care& Cleaning
Control Panel
Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive
substances.
Cabinet
Wipe off any marks with soap and water. Use an
appliance wax once a year if desired.
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.
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
inform ation.)
DoorReverse
Reversing the Door
Follow these steps to reverse the door:
1. Remove four Mnge-attacMng screws.
2. Remove all nine screws from door and Nnges.
3. Pull bottom of door liner out (A_),then pull down
(B_),removing door liner from door panel.
/4. Rotate door panel 180° as shown.
5. Remove door strike from door liner and reinstall on
opposite side.
6. Insert liner under flange on bottom of door (A),
then push top of door liner into place (B_).
7. Reinstall nine screws removed in Step 2.
8. Using screwdriver, remove two door plugs and
reinstall on opposite side of door opening.
9. Reinstall four hinge attaching screws removed in
Step 1.
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Dryer|xhoustTips
Do
Read the installation instructions and the use and
care guide.
Do
Let your dryer exhaust
the air easily.
Don't
Let a poor exhaust system cause slow drying.
Don't
Restrict your dryer
with a poor exhaust
system.
including at the dryer.
Never use lint-trapping screws.
Don't
Use plastic, thin foil, or
non-metal flexible duct.
(I I I
II
Don't
Use longer than
necessary duct runs
with many elbows.
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.
Don't
Allow crushed
or clogged
ducts and vent.
Doesn't Run
Doesn't Heat
Doesn't Dry
Properly
Is Noisy
Control Knob
Advances
Slowly
Dries Unevenly
Has an Odor
Be sure the door is shut.
Is the electrical cord plugged in?
Has a fuse blown or the circuit breaker tripped?
Push the Start button 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.
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. Ductlng should be inspected and cleaned annually.
Use rigid 4" metal exhaust ducL
Do not overload. 1 wash load = 1 dryer Ioad.
Sort heavy items from lightweight items.
Large, bulky items like blankets or comforters may require reposltloning to ensure even
drying.
, Check the washer to be sure it is draining properly to extract water from the Ioad.
, Clothes load is too small to tumble propedy. 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`
, Be sure the rubber feet are installed on the leveling legs.
, 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.
This is normal operation for an IntelliDry 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 Ioad. As the
load becomes more dry, the control knob will advance more quickly.
Seams, pockets and other similar heavy areas may not be completely dry when the rest of
the load has reached the selected dryness levek This is normak 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 levek 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`
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