Maytag SDG5401AWW, SDE5401AZW, SDE5401AYW Owner’s Manual

Congratulations on your purchase of a Maytag dryer! Your satisfaction is very

important to us. Read this manual for best results. It contains instructions to acquaint you with proper operating

instructions and maintenance.

Save time and money. If something should go

wrong, we suggest consulting the "Before You Call" section. It is designed to help you solve basic prob- lems before consulting a service technician.

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Table of

Safety Instructions .............. .1-_

Controls at a Glance .............. 3-4

Operating Tips .................... 5

Care and Cleaning ................. 5

Dryer Exhaust Tips ................ 6

Before You Call .................... 7

Warranty ......................... 9

Guide de L' Utilisateur ............. 10

Gufa Del Usuario ................. 19

Important Safety Instructions

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury when using your

dryer followbasicsafetyprecauUons, including the following:

some liquid household cleaners, some spot removers, turpentine, waxes and wax removers.

information in this manual must be fol- lowed to minimize the risk of fire or

explosion or to prevent property

• Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable 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.

• Clear the room, building or area of all occupants.

• 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 fire department.

Installation and service must be per- formed by a quafified h_staller, service

agency or the gas supplier.

Read all instructions before using the appliance.

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,

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 sponta-

neous combustion.

Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance

is used near children.

Before the appliance is removed from service or dis- carded, remove the door to the drying compart-

ment.

5. Do not reach into the appliance if the drum is mov- ing.

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 recom-

mended 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.

10.

Clean the lint screen before or after each load.

11.

Keep the area around the exhaust opening and sur- rounding areas free from lint accumulation, dust

and dirt.

12.

The interior of the dryer and exhaust duct should

be cleaned periodically by qualified service person-

nel.

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 instruc-

tions for grounding this appliance.

14. Do not sit on top of the clothes dryer.

Important Safety

Donotplaceintoyour dryeritemsthathavebeen

spottedorsoakedwithvegetableoil or cooking

oil. Evenafterbeingwashed,theseitemsmay

containsignificantamountsof theseoils. The remaining oil can ignite spontaneously.The potential for spontaneousignition increases when the items containingvegetableoil or

cookingoil areexposedto heat.Heat sources,

such as your clothesdryer, can warm these items,allowing anoxidationreactionin theoil

to occur.Oxidation createsheat. If this heat

cannot escape,the items can become hot enoughto catchfire.Piling,stackingorstoring thesekinds of items may preventheat from escapingandcancreateafire hazard.

All washedand unwashedfabricsthat contain

vegetableoil or cookingoil canbedangerous. Washingtheseitems in hot water with extra

detergentwill reduce,but will not eliminate, thehazard.Alwaysusethe "cool down" cycle

for theseitemsto reducethe items'tempera- ture. Never remove these items from the

clothesdryer hot or interrupt thedrying cycle until the items have run through the "cool

down" cycle.Never pile or stacktheseitems

whentheyarehot.

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, formalde- hyde, and soot, due primarily to the incomplete com-

bustion of natural gas or liquid petroleum (LP) fuels.

Exhaust ducts should be kept free of obstructions and properly exhausted dryers will minimize exposure.

Gas leaks may occur in your system and result in a

dangerous situation. Gas leaks may not be detected

by smell alone. Gas suppliers recommend you pur-

chase and install an UL approved gas detector. Install and use in accordance with the manufacturer's

instructions.

IMPORTANT: 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, mak- ing cutouts or beginning installation.

What you need to know

about safety instructions

Warning and Important Safety Instructions appear- ing in this manual are not meant to cover all possi-

ble conditions and situations that may occur.

Common sense, caution, and care must be exercised when installing, maintaining or operating appli-

ance.

Always contact your dealer, distributor, service agent, or manufacturer about problems or condi-

tions you do not understand.

SAVE THESE UHSTRUCTIOH$ 2

Recognize safety symbols, words, labels

WARNING - tIazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in severe personal injury or death.

CAUTION - tiazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in minor personal injury.

Medium Low

Select Temperature

Re_Jular

71oselectthe temperature,turn the temperature control toRegulan Medium, Low or Air Fluff.

Temperature

LOAD TYPE

For sturdy cottons or those labeled "Tumble Dry/'

Medium

For permanent press, synthetics, lightweight cottons or items labeled "Tumble Dry Medium."

Low For heat sensitive items labeled "Tumbb Dry Low" or "Tumble Dry Warm/'

Air Fluff Tumbles without heat. Used for sensitive loads or items needing freshening.

Select Cycle

7o 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 compbtely 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.

Fleguiar Auto Dry

The Regular Auto Dry cycle is designed to dry loads

such as towels, underwear, t-shirts, jeans, etc.

Permanent Press Auto Dry

The Permanent Press Auto Dry cycle is designed to dry wrinkle free cottons, synthetic fabrics, double knits and

permanent press fabrics automatically. It minimizes wrinkling by providing an unheated cool-down period at the end of the cycle.

Permanent Press Regular

Auto Dry Off More Dr'/ Auto Dry

Wrlnk[e Out

Cool Down tess Dry

Less Dry

More Dry

Coot

WrinkIe Release 20

Air Fluff

Step Cont.

Select Cycle

Time Dry Air Fluff

This cycle can be used to regulate the drying time. Use with Air Fluff, Low, Medium or Regular tem-

perature settings. For timed drying, turn the control dial until the pointer points to the proper time set-

ting in the Time Dry Air Fluff cycle.

NOTE: Using the Air Fluff temperature setting will require a longer drying time,

Step 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.

Special Options

Damp Dry is located on the Time Dry Air Fluff sec- tion 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 5 minutes of cool-down tum-

bling.

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 sit- ting 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.

End of Cycle Signal

Shortly before the cycle is complete, an audible signal will sound.

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 quick- ly. This is normal operation.

Operating Tips

Clean the Lint Filter

• After each load.

• To shorten drying time.

• To operate more energy efficiently.

with out the lint filter in place.

NOTE" Do not operate the dryer

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.

Care & Cleaning

Control Panel

Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive sub- stances.

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.

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Cabinet

Wipe off any marks with soap and water. Use an appli- ance wax once a year if desired.

Dryer Exhaust System

Inspect and clean once a year to maintain optimum per- formance. The outside exhaust hood should be cleaned

more frequently to ensure proper operation. (Refer to the Installation Instructions for more information.)

Dryer Exhaust Tips

Don't

Read the installation instructions and the user's guide.

Let your dryer

exhaust the air easily.

including at the dryer. Never use lint-trapping screws.

Let a poor exhaust system cause

slow drying.

Don't

Restrict your dryer with a poor exhaust system.

Use plastic,

thin foil, or non-metal

Don't _!

flexible duct.

Keep duct runs as straightas I I I

possible. ! U

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

Use longer

than necessary duct runs with

many elbows.

Don't

Allow crushed or

clogged ducts and vent.

Before You Call

Check the following if your clothes dryer...

Doesn't Dry Properly

• Check all of the above, plus.i. check the exhaust hood outside the house, does it open and Close freely?

• Check exhaust System for lint bui!d-up, Ducting should be inspected and Cleaned annually.

• Large, bulky items like blankets or comforters may require repositioning to ensure even drying

• Check the washer to be sure it is drail_ng properly to extract water from the load.

, Clothes load is too Small to tumble properly. Add a few towels

Control Knob Advances Slowly

This is normal operation for an Auto Dry cycle, especially at the begimring of cycle. Once the load begins to dry,

the control knob wi!l start to advance. The rate of advancement will be slow at the begiPming of the cycle because

there is snore moisture in the loadl As the load becomes snore dry, the control knob _willadvance more quickly.

, H0useho!d odors su& as from painting, ;arnishing, strong cleaners, etc. may enter the dryer with the surround-

ing 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 th e air, ventilate the room completely before using the

dryer.

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