Maytag YMED8630HW, YMED6630HW, YMED8630HC, YMED6630HC INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND OPERATION MANUAL

DRYER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

INSTRUCTIONS POUR L’INSTALLATION

DE LA SÉCHEUSE

Table of Contents Table des matières

DRYER SAFETY ....................................................................... 2

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ........................................... 4

Tools and Parts .................................................................................. 4

LOCATION REQUIREMENTS .................................................. 5

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS – U.S.A. ONLY ..................... 7

ELECTRIC DRYER POWER HOOKUP – CANADA ONLY ...... 8

GAS DRYER POWER HOOKUP .............................................. 8

INSTALL LEVELING LEGS ..................................................... 10

MAKE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION – U.S.A. ONLY ............ 11

Power Supply Cord Connection ...................................................11

4-Wire Power Supply Cord Connection ......................................12

MAKE GAS CONNECTION .................................................... 17

VENTING ................................................................................. 18

Venting Requirements .................................................................... 18

Plan Vent System ............................................................................19

Install Vent System ..........................................................................20

CONNECT INLET HOSE ....................................................... 21

CONNECT VENT .................................................................... 22

LEVEL DRYER ........................................................................ 23

COMPLETE INSTALLATION CHECKLIST............................. 23

DOOR REVERSAL (OPTIONAL) ............................................ 24

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SÉCURITÉ DE LA SÉCHEUSE .............................................. 30

EXIGENCES D’INSTALLATION ............................................. 32

Outillage et pièces ........................................................................32

EXIGENCES D’EMPLACEMENT ........................................... 33

SÉCHEUSE ÉLECTRIQUE RACCORDEMENT À L’ALIMENTATION ÉLECTRIQUE –

CANADA SEULEMENT .......................................................... 36

RACCORDEMENT D’UNE SÉCHEUSE À GAZ .................... 37

INSTALLATION DES PIEDS DE NIVELLEMENT .................. 38

RACCORDEMENT AU GAZ ................................................... 39

ÉVACUATION ......................................................................... 40

Exigences concernant l’évacuation ................................. 40

Planification du système d’évacuation ............................ 41

Installation du système d’évacuation .............................. 42

RACCORDEMENT DU TUYAU D’ALIMENTATION

(MODÈLE À VAPEUR UNIQUEMENT) .................................. 43

RACCORDEMENT DU CONDUIT D’ÉVACUATION ............. 44

RÉGLAGE DE L’APLOMB DE LA SÉCHEUSE ..................... 45

ACHEVER L’INSTALLATION LISTE DE VÉRIFICATION ....... 45

INVERSION DE LA PORTE (FACULTATIF) ............................ 46

INSTALLATION NOTES

Date of purchase: ________________________________________ Date of installation: _______________________________________ Installer: _________________________________________________ Model number: ___________________________________________ Serial number: ____________________________________________

NOTES CONCERNANT L’INSTALLATION

Date d’achat: ____________________________________________ Date d’installation: ________________________________________ Installateur: ______________________________________________ Numéro de modéle: _______________________________________ Numéro de série: _________________________________________

W11183136B

W11183139B-SP

DRYER SAFETY

WARNING:

FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD

Failure to follow safety warnings exactly could result in serious injury, death or property damage.

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Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

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WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

Do not try to light any appliance.

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Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.

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

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Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's

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instructions. If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.

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Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.

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, or the Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1.

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, or the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, CSA C22.1.

In the State of Massachusetts, the following installation instructions apply:

■ Installations and repairs must be performed by a qualified or licensed contractor, plumber, or gas fitter qualified or licensed by

the State of Massachusetts.

■ Acceptable Shut-off Devices: Gas Cocks and Ball Valves installed for use shall be listed.

■ A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 4 feet (121.9 cm).

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Tools and Parts

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.

Tools needed for all installations:

Tools needed for gas installations:

Flat-blade screwdriver

1/4" (6 mm) and 5/16" (8 mm) nut driver (recommended)

Tape measure

#2 Phillips screwdriver

Level

Pliers

8" (203 mm) or 10" (254 mm) pipe wrench

Pipe-joint compound resistant to propane gas

8" (203 mm) or 10" (254 mm) adjustable wrench (for gas connections)

Parts supplied (all models):

Leveling legs (4)

Parts needed (steam models):

Utility knife

Caulking gun and compound (new vent installations)

Wire stripper (direct wire installations)

Tin snips (new vent installations)

Adjustable wrench that opens to 1" (25 mm) or hex-head socket wrench

“Y” connector

Rubber washer

Parts package is located in dryer drum. Check that all parts are included.

NOTE: Do not use leveling legs supplied with dryer if installing with a pedestal or a stack kit.

2' (0.6 m) inlet hose

5' (1.52 m) inlet hose

Parts needed (not supplied with dryer):

Vent clamps

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Vent elbows and vent work

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Additional parts may be required, depending on your installation. Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply and venting. Read “Electrical Requirements” and “Venting Requirements” before purchasing parts.

If using a power supply cord:

Use a UL Listed power supply cord kit marked for use with clothes dryers. The kit should contain:

A UL Listed 30 A power supply cord, rated 120/240 V

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minimum. The cord should be type SRD or SRDT and be at least 4 ft. (1.22 m) long. The wires that connect to the dryer must end in ring terminals or spade terminals with upturned ends.

A UL Listed strain relief.

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Optional Equipment (not supplied with dryer):

Refer to your Use and Care Guide for information about accessories available for your dryer.

LOCATION REQUIREMENTS

Check code requirements. Some codes limit, or do not permit, installing dryer in garages, closets, mobile homes, or sleeping quarters. Contact your local building inspector.

DRYER DIMENSIONS

Front view:

Side view: Whirlpool® Models

You will need:

A location allowing for proper exhaust installation.

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See “Venting Requirements.” A separate 15 or 20 A circuit for a gas dryer or 30 A circuit for

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an electric dryer. If using power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet

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located within 2 ft. (610 mm) of either side of dryer. See “Electrical Requirements.”

Floor must support dryer weight of 200 lbs. (90.7 kg). Also

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consider weight of companion appliance. Cold water faucets located within 4 ft. (1.2 m) of the water

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ll valves, and water pressure of 20–120 psi (138–827 kPa). You may use your washer’s water supply by purchasing the necessary parts noted in “Parts needed.”

Level oor with maximum slope of 1" (25 mm) under entire

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dryer. If slope is greater than 1" (25 mm), install Extended Dryer Feet Kit, Part Number 279810. If not level, clothes may not tumble properly and automatic sensor cycles may not operate correctly.

For garage installation, place dryer at least 18" (460 mm)

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above oor. If using a pedestal, you will need 18" (460 mm) to bottom of dryer.

The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it

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will be exposed to water and/or weather.

IMPORTANT: Do not operate, install, or store dryer where it will be exposed to water, weather, or at temperatures below 40°F (4°C). Lower temperatures may cause dryer not to shut off at end of automatic sensor cycles, resulting in longer drying times.

*Approx. measurement

Maytag® Models

*Approx. measurement

Back view:

(Steam Models Only)

Vent

Gas

Recommended installation clearances (dryer only):

Water inlet

*Approx. measurement

NOTE: Most installations require a minimum of 5" (127 mm) clearance behind dryer for exhaust vent with elbow. See “Venting Requirements.”

Installation Clearances

For each arrangement, consider allowing more space for ease of installation and servicing, spacing for companion appliances, and clearances for walls, doors, and oor moldings. Space must be large enough to allow door to fully open. Add spacing on all sides of dryer to reduce noise transfer. If a closet door or louvered door is installed, top and bottom air openings in door are required.

Check code requirements. Some codes limit, or do not permit, installation of the dryer in garages, closets, mobile homes, or sleeping quarters. Contact your local building inspector.

NOTE: No other fuel-burning appliance can be installed in the same closet as a dryer.

Installation spacing for recessed area or closet installation

All dimensions show recommended and minimum spacing allowed.

Additional spacing should be considered for ease of

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installation and servicing. Additional clearances might be required for wall, door, oor

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moldings, dryer venting, and gas line. Additional spacing should be considered on all sides of the

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dryer to reduce noise transfer. For closet installation with a door, minimum ventilation

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openings in the top and bottom of the door are required. Louvered doors with equivalent ventilation openings are acceptable.

Companion appliance spacing should also be considered.

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0" (0 mm) rear spacing is allowed for straight back venting only. For steam models only, inlet hose must not be kinked.

Custom under-counter installation:

Mobile home – Additional installation requirements:

This dryer is suitable for mobile home installations. The installation must conform to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile home construction and Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280) or Standard CAN/CSA-Z240 MH.

Mobile home installations require:

Metal exhaust system hardware, available for purchase

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from your dealer. For further information, see “Assistance or Service” in your Use and Care Guide.

Special provisions must be made in mobile homes to

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introduce outside air into dryer. Openings (such as a nearby window) should be at least twice as large as dryer exhaust opening.

For mobile home installation of gas dryers:

Mobile Home Installation Hold-down Kit Part Number 346764

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is available to order. For further information, see “Assistance or Service” in your Use and Care Guide.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS – U.S.A. ONLY

It is your responsibility:

To contact a qualied electrical installer.

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To be sure that the electrical connection is adequate and in

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conformance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 – latest edition and all local codes and ordinances.

The National Electrical Code requires a 4-wire power supply connection for homes built after 1996, dryer circuits involved in remodeling after 1996, and all mobile home installations.

A copy of the above code standards can be obtained from: National Fire Protection Association, One Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269.

To supply the required 3 or 4 wire, single-phase, 120/240 V,

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60 Hz, AC-only electrical supply (or 3 or 4 wire, 120/208 V electrical supply, if specied on the serial/rating plate) on a separate 30 A circuit, fused on both sides of the line. Connect to an individual branch circuit. Do not have a fuse in the neutral or grounding circuit.

Do not use an extension cord.

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If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is

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recommended that a qualied electrician determine that the ground path is adequate.

Electrical Connection

To properly install your dryer, you must determine the type of electrical connection you will be using and follow the instructions provided for it here.

This dryer is manufactured ready to install with a 3-wire

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electrical supply connection. The neutral ground conductor is permanently connected to the neutral conductor (white wire) within the dryer. If the dryer is installed with a 4-wire electrical supply connection, the neutral ground conductor must be removed from the external ground connector (green screw), and secured under the neutral terminal (center or white wire) of the terminal block. When the neutral ground conductor is secured under the neutral terminal (center or white wire) of the terminal block, the dryer cabinet is isolated from the neutral conductor. The green ground wire of the 4-wire power cord must be secured to the dryer cabinet with the green ground screw.

If local codes do not permit the connection of a neutral ground

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wire to the neutral wire, see “Optional External Ground for 3-Wire Connection” in the “Power Supply Cord Connection” section.

A 4-wire power supply connection must be used when the

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appliance is installed in a location where grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited. Grounding through the neutral is prohibited for (1) new branch-circuit installations after 1996, (2) mobile homes, (3) recreational vehicles, and (4) areas where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral conductors.

If your outlet looks like this:

Then choose a 4-wire power supply cord with ring or spade terminals and UL Listed strain relief. The 4-wire power supply cord, at least 4 ft. (1.22 m) long, must have four 10-gauge copper wires and match a 4-wire receptacle of

4-wire receptacle

(14-30R)

3-wire receptacle

(10-30R)

NEMA Type 14-30R. The ground wire (ground conductor) may be either green or bare. The neutral conductor must be identified by a white cover.

Then choose a 3-wire power supply cord with ring or spade terminals and UL listed strain relief. The 3-wire power supply cord, at least 4 ft. (1.22 m) long, must have three 10-gauge copper wires and match a 3-wire receptacle of NEMA Type 10-30R.

If connecting by direct wire:

Power supply cable must match power supply (4-wire or 3-wire) and be:

Flexible armored cable or nonmetallic sheathed copper cable

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(with ground wire), covered with exible metallic conduit. All current-carrying wires must be insulated.

10-gauge solid copper wire (do not use aluminum) at least

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5 ft. (1.52 m) long.

If using a power supply cord:

Use a UL Listed power supply cord kit marked for use with clothes dryers. The kit should contain:

A UL Listed 30 A power supply cord, rated 120/240 V

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minimum. The cord should be type SRD or SRDT and be at least 4 ft. (1.22 m) long. The wires that connect to the dryer must end in ring terminals or spade terminals with upturned ends.

A UL Listed strain relief.

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ELECTRIC DRYER POWER HOOKUP – CANADA ONLY

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

It is your responsibility:

To contact a qualied electrical installer.

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To be sure that the electrical connection is adequate and in

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conformance with Canadian Electrical Code, C22.1 – latest edition and all local codes. A copy of above codes standard may be obtained from: Canadian Standards Association, 178 Rexdale Blvd., Toronto, ON M9W 1R3 CANADA.

To supply the required 4-wire, single-phase, 120/240 V, 60 Hz,

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AC-only electrical supply on a separate 30 A circuit, fused on both sides of the line. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. Connect to an individual branch circuit.

This dryer is equipped with a UL Listed and/

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or CSA International Certied Power Cord intended to be plugged into a standard 14-30R wall receptacle. The cord is 5 ft. (1.52 m) long. Be sure wall receptacle is within reach of dryer’s nal location.

If using a replacement power supply cord, it is recommended that you use Power Supply Cord Replacement Part Number 8529008.

For further information, please reference service numbers located in the “Assistance or Service” section of your Use and Care Guide.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

For a grounded, cord-connected dryer:

This dryer must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. This dryer is equipped with a cord having an equipmentgrounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

4-wire receptacle

(14-30R)

GAS DRYER POWER HOOKUP

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

120 V, 60 Hz, AC-only, 15 or 20 A fused electrical supply is

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required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. It is also recommended that a separate circuit serving only this dryer be provided.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

For a grounded, cord-connected dryer:

WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment-

grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.

epresentative or personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the dryer is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with

oper outlet

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment-

grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.

epresentative or personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the dryer is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with

oper outlet

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS

WARNING

Explosion Hazard

Use a new CSA International approved gas supply line.

Install a shut-off valve.

Securely tighten all gas connections.

If connected to propane, have a qualified person make sure gas pressure does not exceed 13" (33 cm) water column.

Examples of a qualified person include: licensed heating personnel,

authorized gas company personnel, and authorized service personnel.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

GAS TYPE

Natural Gas:

This dryer is equipped for use with natural gas. It is certied by UL for use with propane gas with appropriate conversion.

Your dryer must have the correct burner for the type of gas in

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your home. Burner information is located on the rating plate in the door well of your dryer. If this information does not agree with the type of gas available, contact your dealer or call the phone numbers referenced in the “Assistance or Service” section of your Use and Care Guide.

Option 2 (Alternate Method)

Approved aluminum or copper tubing:

Must include 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping accessible

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for test gauge connection, immediately upstream of the gas connection to the dryer. See illustration below.

1/2" IPS pipe is recommended.

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3/8" approved aluminum or copper tubing is acceptable for

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lengths under 20 ft. (6.1 m) if local codes and gas supplier permit.

If you are using natural gas, do not use copper tubing.

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Lengths over 20 ft. (6.1 m) should use larger tubing and a

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different size adapter tting. If your dryer has been converted to use propane gas, 3/8"

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propane compatible copper tubing can be used. If the total length of the supply line is more than 20 ft. (6.1 m), use larger pipe. NOTE: Pipe-joint compounds that resist the action of propane

gas must be used. Do not use TEFLON

Must include shut-off valve.

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In the U.S.A.:

An individual manual shut-off valve must be installed within six (6) ft. (1.8 m) of the dryer in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1. The location should be easy to reach for opening and closing.

In Canada:

An individual manual shut-off valve must be installed in accordance with the B149.1, Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code. It is recommended that an individual manual shut-off valve be installed within six (6) ft. (1.8 m) of the dryer. The location should be easy to reach for opening and closing.

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tape.

Propane Gas Conversion:

IMPORTANT: Conversion must be made by a qualied

technician. No attempt shall be made to convert the appliance from the gas

specied on the model/serial rating plate for use with a different gas without consulting your gas company.

GAS SUPPLY LINE Option 1 (Recommended Method)

Flexible stainless steel gas connector:

If local codes permit, use a new exible stainless steel gas

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connector (Design Certied by the American Gas Association or CSA International) to connect your dryer to the rigid gas supply line. Use an elbow and a 3/8" are x 3/8" NPT adapter tting between the stainless steel gas connector and the dryer gas pipe, as needed, to prevent kinking.

A. 3/8" flexible gas connector B. 3/8" pipe to flare adapter fitting C. 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping D. 1/2" NPT gas supply line E. Gas shut-off valve

†®TEFLON is a registered trademark of Chemours.

GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION REQUIREMENTS

Use an elbow and a 3/8" are x 3/8" NPT adapter tting

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between the exible gas connector and the dryer gas pipe, as needed to avoid kinking.

Use only pipe-joint compound. Do not use TEFLON

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This dryer must be connected to the gas supply line with a

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listed exible gas connector that complies with the standard for connectors for gas appliances, ANSI Z21.24 or CSA 6.10.

tape.

BURNER INPUT REQUIREMENTS

Elevations above 2,000 ft. (610 m):

When installed above 2,000 ft. (610 m) a 4% reduction of the

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burner Btu rating shown on the model/serial number plate is required for each 1,000 ft. (305 m) increase in elevation.

Gas supply pressure testing

The dryer must be disconnected from the gas supply piping

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system during pressure testing at pressures greater than 1/2 psi.

DRYER GAS PIPE

The gas pipe that comes out through the rear of your dryer has

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a 3/8" male pipe thread.

INSTALL LEVELING LEGS

1. Prepare dryer for leveling legs

3/8" NPT dryer gas pipe

* NOTE: If the dryer is mounted on a pedestal, the gas

pipe height must be an additional 10" (254 mm) or

15.5" (394 mm) from the oor, depending on the pedestal model. For a garage installation, the gas pipe height must be an additional 18" (460 mm) from the oor.

To avoid damaging oor, use a large at piece of cardboard from dryer carton; place under entire back edge of dryer. Firmly grasp dryer body (not console panel) and gently lay dryer down on cardboard.

2. Screw in leveling legs

Diamond marking

Examine leveling legs and locate the diamond marking. Screw legs into leg holes by hand – use a wrench to nish turning legs until diamond marking is no longer visible.

Place a carton corner post from dryer packaging under each of the two dryer back corners. Stand the dryer up. Slide the dryer on the corner posts until it is close to its nal location. Leave enough room to connect the exhaust vent.

MAKE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION – U.S.A. ONLY

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

Before you start: disconnect power.

1. Choose electrical connection type

Power supply cord 4-wire receptacle (NEMA Type 14-30R). Go to “Power Supply Cord Connection.”

Power supply cord 3-wire receptacle (NEMA Type 10-30R). Go to “Power Supply Cord Connection.”

4-wire direct connection: Go to “Direct Wire Connection.”

Power Supply Cord Connection

Power Supply Cord:

3-wire direct connection: Go to “Direct Wire Connection.”

NOTE: If local codes do not permit connection of a

cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire, go to “Optional External Ground for 3-Wire Connection.” This connection may be used with either a power supply cord or a direct wire connection.

2. Remove terminal block cover

Power supply cord strain relief

1. Attach power supply cord strain relief

Remove the screws from a 3/4" (19 mm) UL Listed strain relief. Put the tabs of the two clamp sections (C) into the hole below the terminal block opening (B) so that one tab is pointing up (A) and the other is pointing down (D), and hold in place. Tighten strain relief screws just enough to hold the two clamp sections (C) together.

Remove hold-down screw and terminal block cover.

2. Attach power supply cord

to strain relief

1. Prepare to connect neutral ground

wire and neutral wire

Put power supply cord through the strain relief. Be sure that the wire insulation on the power supply cord is inside the strain relief. The strain relief should have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be in a horizontal position. Do not further tighten strain relief screws at this point.

If your outlet looks like this:

Power supply cord 4-wire receptacle (NEMA Type 14-30R): Go to “4-Wire Power Supply Cord Connection” on this page.

Power supply cord 3-wire receptacle (NEMA Type 10-30R): Go to “3-Wire Power Supply Cord Connection” on page 13.

4-Wire Power Supply Cord Connection

IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes

and where local codes do not permit the use of 3-wire connections.

Remove center terminal block screw (B). Remove neutral ground wire (E) from green external ground conductor screw (A).

2. Connect neutral ground wire

and neutral wire

Connect neutral ground wire (E) and neutral wire (white or center) (C) of power supply cord under center terminal block screw (B). Tighten screw.

4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-30R)

Spade terminals with upturned ends

3. Connect ground wire

4 prong plug

Ring terminals

Connect ground wire (F) (green or bare) of power supply cord under green external ground conductor screw (A). Tighten screw.

4. Connect remaining wires

2. Connect neutral wire

Connect remaining wires under outer terminal block screws. Tighten screws. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw. Now go to “Venting Requirements.”

3-Wire Power Supply Cord Connection

Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire.

3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R)

Spade terminals with upturned ends

3 prong plug

Ring terminals

Connect neutral wire (white or center) (C) of power supply cord under center terminal block screw (B). Tighten screw.

3. Connect remaining wires

1. Remove center screw

Remove center terminal block screw (B).

Direct Wire Connection

For direct wire installations:

2. Attach direct wire cable to strain relief

Put direct wire cable through the strain relief. The strain relief should have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be in a horizontal position. Tighten strain relief screw against the direct wire cable.

If your wiring looks like this:

4-wire direct connection: Go to “4-Wire Direct Wire Connection” on this page.

Direct wire strain relief

1. Attach direct wire strain relief

Unscrew the removable conduit connector (A) and any screws from a 3/4" (19 mm) UL Listed strain relief. Put the threaded section of the strain relief (C) through the hole below the terminal block opening (B). Reaching inside the terminal block opening, screw the removable conduit connector (A) onto the strain relief threads and tighten securely.

3-wire direct connection: Go to “3-Wire Direct Wire Connection” on page 15.

4-Wire Direct Wire Connection

IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes

and where local codes do not permit 3-wire connections.

1. Prepare your 4-wire cable

for direct connection

Direct wire cable must have 5 ft. (1.52 m) of extra length so dryer may be moved if needed.

Strip 5" (127 mm) of outer covering from end of cable, leaving bare ground wire at 5" (127 mm). Cut 11/2" (38 mm) from remaining three wires. Strip insulation back 1" (25 mm). Shape ends of wires into hooks.

2. Prepare to connect neutral ground

wire and neutral wire

5. Connect remaining wires

Remove center terminal block screw (B). Remove neutral ground wire (E) from green external ground conductor screw (A).

3. Connect neutral ground wire

and neutral wire

Connect neutral ground wire (E) and place hooked end (hook facing right) of neutral wire (white or center wire) (C) of direct wire cable under center screw of terminal block (B). Squeeze hooked ends together and tighten screw.

4. Connect ground wire

Place hooked ends of remaining direct wire cable wires under outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right). Squeeze hooked ends together and tighten screws. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure with hold-down screw. Now go to “Venting Requirements.”

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3-Wire Direct Wire Connection

Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire.

1. Prepare your 3-wire cable

for direct connection

Direct wire cable must have 5 ft. (1.52 m) of extra length so dryer may be moved if needed.

Strip 31/2" (89 mm) of outer covering from end of cable. Strip insulation back 1" (25 mm). If using 3-wire cable with ground wire, cut bare wire even with outer covering. Shape wire ends into hooks.

Connect ground wire (green or bare) (F) of direct wire cable under green external ground conductor screw (A). Tighten screw.

2. Remove center screw

Remove center terminal block screw (B).

3. Connect neutral wire

Place hooked end of neutral wire (white or center) (C) of direct wire cable under center terminal block screw (B), hook facing right. Squeeze hooked end together. Tighten screw.

4. Connect remaining wires

2. Connect neutral ground wire

and neutral wire

Connect neutral ground wire (E) and neutral wire (white or center wire) (C) of power supply cord or cable under center terminal block screw (B). Tighten screw.

3. Connect remaining wires

Place hooked ends of remaining direct wire cable wires under outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right). Squeeze hooked ends together and tighten screws. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw. Now go to “Venting Requirements.”

Optional External Ground for 3-Wire Connection (Power Supply Cord Shown)

IMPORTANT: You must verify with a qualified electrician that this

grounding method is acceptable before connecting.

1. Prepare to connect neutral ground

wire and neutral wire

Install the correct strain relief for your electrical connection method, as shown on page 12 or 14.

Remove center terminal block screw (B). Remove neutral ground wire (E) from green external ground conductor screw (A).

Place ends of remaining wires under outer terminal block screws. Tighten screws.

4. Connect external ground wire

Connect a separate copper ground wire (G) under the green external ground conductor screw (A) to an adequate ground. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw. Now go to “Venting Requirements.”

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Maytag YMED8630HW, YMED6630HW, YMED8630HC, YMED6630HC INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND OPERATION MANUAL

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual