Maytag Performa Intellidry PYEG4500 User manual

PYE/G4500 IntelliDry Dryer

USER’S GUIDE

Congratulations on your purchase of a

Maytag Performa™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.

If you have questions, write us (include your model

number and phone number) or call:

Maytag Appliances Sales Company

Attn: CAIR®Center

P.O. Box 2370

Cleveland, TN 37320-2370

1-800-688-9900 USA

1-800-688-2002 CANADA

1-800-688-2080 USA TTY (for deaf, hearing

impaired, or speech impaired)

(Mon.–Fri., 8am–8pm Eastern Time)

Internet: http://www.maytag.com

Table of Contents

Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

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

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

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

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

BeforeYou Call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Guide de L’Utilisateur . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Guía Del Usuario . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Form No. A/08/01 Part No. 53-3745 MCS Part No. 31001498

• 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 neighbors phone. Follow the gas sup-

plier’s instructions.

•If you cannot reach your gas supplier,

call the fire department.

Installation and service must be per-

formed by a qualified installer, service

agency or the gas supplier.

WARNING: For your safety, the infor-

mation in this manual must be followed to

minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to

prevent property damage, personal injury

or death.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Should anyone get an electric shock from the dryer,

disconnect electrical power. DO NOT operate until

it has been repaired by a qualified service techni-

cian.

3. To prevent injury to children:

Do not allow children to play inside, on, or with the

dryer.

Close supervision of children is necessary when

using the dryer.

When children are mature enough, instruct them in

the safe, correct use of the dryer.

Destroy the carton and plastic bags after unpacking

the dryer.

Remove the door to the drying compartment before

the dryer is removed from service or discarded.

4. Do NOT tamper with the operating controls.

5. Do not reach into the dryer if the drum is moving.

If the drum does not stop moving when the door is

opened, disconnect the electrical power to the

dryer. Do not operate the dryer until it has been

repaired by a qualified service technician.

6. To prevent personal injury and damage to the

dryer, do not repair or replace any part of the dryer

or attempt any servicing. Servicing should be

referred to a qualified service technician.

7. Keep pets away from dryer, and keep the dryer

door closed at all times except while loading or

unloading. Pets may enter the dryer unnoticed

when the door is open and become entrapped when

the door is closed.

8. Lifetime lubrication is done at the factory, so the

dryer never needs to be oiled or greased.

9. Do NOT use fabric softeners or products to elimi-

nate static (unless recommended for use in clothes

dryers by the manufacturer of the fabric softener or

product).

10. Do NOT dry fiberglass articles unless recommend-

ed by the manufacturer.

Important Safety Instructions

1. Read all instructions before using the dryer. Retain

all instructions for future reference.

2. Properly install and locate in accordance with the

Installation Instructions.

Install or store dryer where it will NOT be exposed

to the weather.

Connect to a properly rated, protected, and sized

power supply circuit. See Electrical Requirements.

Have a qualified service technician install your

dryer.

The dryer must be properly grounded –see

Installation Instructions.

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

dryer follow basic safety precautions, including the following:

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, 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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Dry only articles which have been washed in water.

Articles which have been cleaned, washed,

soaked, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning

solvents, oil, waxes, chemical solvents, alcohol,

turpentine, or other flammable or explosive

materials will retain these substances. Do not dry

articles which still contain these flammable or

explosive substances as they give off vapors that

could ignite or explode.

Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam rub-

ber, plastics, or similarly textured rubberlike

materials.

Keep area around and underneath dryer free from

the accumulation of combustible materials, such

as lint, paper, rags, gasoline, and all other flam-

mable vapors and liquids.

Do not allow the storage of any material to obstruct

the ventilation air openings of the dryer.

To prevent extended drying time and risk of fire,

clean the lint screen after each load.

The interior of the machine and exhaust duct should

be cleaned periodically by a qualified service

technician.

The exhaust system should be periodically exam-

ined for damage to the exhaust duct and for free

operation of the exhaust deflector. Keep the area

around the exhaust opening and surrounding

areas free from the accumulation of lint, dust and

dirt.

Recent studies have shown that if vegetable oil con-

taminated materials are incompletely washed, a

carry-over and buildup of the oil may contribute

to a chemical reaction (spontaneous combustion)

that could cause a load to catch fire by itself. This

would be more likely to happen if the load were

left in the dryer after tumbling stopped or if

items were folded and stacked while warm.

For Gas Dryers

Gas dryers are equipped to operate on natural gas

only. To convert a gas dryer for other gases, the

services of a qualified service technician must be

obtained.

WARNING! FIRE HAZARD

IMPORTANT: Because of continuing product

improvements, Maytag reserves the right to

change specifications without notice. For com-

plete details, see the Installation Instructions

packed with your product before selecting cabi-

netry, making cutouts or beginning installation.

Step 3

Step 1

Sturdy cottons or labels

marked “Tumble Dry.”

For wrinkle free/permanent

press synthetics, lightweight

cottons labeled “Tumble Dry

Medium.”

For heat sensitive items

labeled “Tumble Dry Low”or

“Tumble Dry Medium.”

Items which need freshening.

Load tumbles with room

temperature air.

Regular

Air Fluff

Medium

Low

Controls at a Glance

Select Temperature

In order to select the correct temperature, turn the

temperature control to one of four choices; Regular,

Medium, Low or Air Fluff.

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 Fabrics

The IntelliDry Regular Fabrics cycle is designed to dry

most cottons and linens. At the end of the cycle, the

load is cooled for approximately 10 minutes to reduce

wrinkling.

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. At the end

of the cycle, the clothes are cooled for approximately 20

Step 2

DRYER TEMPS LOAD TYPE

Select Options

Extended Wrinkle Out

Wrinkle Out is provided to minimize wrinkles in the

IntelliDry Wrinkle Free Fabrics cycle. This feature pro-

vides 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. The additional 60 min-

utes 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 several

times. The End of Cycle Signal volume is adjustable. To

adjust the volume, select any setting between Off and

Loud.

Remove load immediately to reduce wrinkling.

Step 4

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.

minutes to reduce wrinkling. If the load is not removed

from the dryer and Extended Wrinkle Out On has been

selected, the cycle will advance to WRINKLE OUT

which provides additional unheated tumbling time.

(See Step 2).

Time Dry/Air Fluff

This cycle can be used to regulate the drying time. Use

with Air Fluff, Low, Medium or Regular temperature

settings. For timed drying, turn the control dial clock-

wise until the pointer points to the proper time setting

in the Time Dry/Air Fluff cycle.

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

5 minutes of cool-down tumbling.

NOTE: Using the Air Fluff temperature setting will

require a longer drying time.

Cycles and options may vary by model.

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 quick-

ly. This is normal operation.

Clean the Lint Filter

•After each load.

•To shorten drying time.

•To operate more energy efficiently.

Operating Tips

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.

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Care & Cleaning

Note: Do not operate the dryer without the lint filter

in place.

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) with soap and water. Then tumble clean old tow-

els or rags to remove any excess stain.

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.)

Replacing the Drum Light

1) Unplug or disconnect the dryer from the power

supply.

2) Lift top of dryer by inserting a putty knife under top,

4˝in from each side.

3) Rotate bulb holder to vertical position before remov-

ing bulb.

4) Push bulb down and rotate counterclockwise to

remove.

5) Replace with a 25 watt, 115/125 volt twist lock utili-

ty light Part No. 53-0570 or equivalent. Place bulb in

socket, push down and rotate clockwise.

6) 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.

4”

WARNING —Plastic or nonmetal flexible duct presents a potential fire hazard.

Dryer Exhaust Tips

Read the installation instructions

and the user’s guide.

Let your

dryer

exhaust the

air easily.

Use 4 inch diameter

rigid metal duct. Tape all joints.

Never use lint-trapping screws.

Keep duct runs

as straight as

possible.

Clean all old ducts

before installing your new

dryer. Be sure vent flap

opens and closes freely.

Don’t

Allow

crushed or

clogged ducts

and vent.

Don’t

Use longer

than necessary

duct runs with

many elbows.

Don’t

Use plastic,

thin foil, or

non-metal

flexible duct.

Don’t

Restrict your dryer with

a poor exhaust system.

Don’t

Let a poor exhaust system cause

slow drying.

Before You Call

Check the following if your clothes dryer...

Doesn’t Run

•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.

Doesn’t Heat

•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.

Doesn’t Dry Properly

•Check all of the above, plus . . .

•Check the exhaust hood outside the house, does it open and close freely?

•Clean the lint filter and exhaust duct.

•Use rigid 4”metal exhaust duct.

•Do not overload. 1 wash load = 1 dryer load.

•Sort heavy items from lightweight items.

•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.

Is Noisy

•Check the load for objects such as coins, nails, etc. Remove promptly from dryer.

•The dryer should be level and installed on a solid floor.

Control Knob Advances Slowly

•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 load. As the load becomes more dry, the control knob will advance more quickly.

For further assistance contact Maytag Appliances Sales Company, Maytag Customer Assistance:

U.S. 1-800-688-9900 or Canada 1-800-688-2002

U.S. customers using TTY for deaf, hearing impaired or speech impaired, call 1-800-688-2080.

FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY

Any part which fails in normal home use during the first year after the date of original retail purchase will be

repaired or replaced free of charge.

This full warranty applies when the appliance is located in the United States or Canada. Appliances located

elsewhere are warranted as follows: For one year after the date of original retail purchase any part which fails

in normal home use will be repaired or provided free of charge for the part itself with the owner paying all other

costs, including labor, mileage, and transportation.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.

Performa by Maytag

Clothes Dryer Warranty

TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE

To locate an authorized service company in your area contact the Maytag dealer from whom your appliance was purchased;

or call Maytag Appliances Sales Company, Maytag Customer Assistance. Should you not receive satisfactory warranty serv-

ice, please call or write:

Maytag Appliances Sales Company

Attn: CAIR®Center

P.O. Box 2370

Cleveland, TN 37320-2370

U.S. 1-800-688-9900 Canada 1-800-688-2002

U.S. Customers using TTY for deaf, hearing impaired or speech impaired, call 1-800-688-2080.

When contacting Maytag Appliances Sales Company, Maytag Customer Assistance about a service problem, please include the

following:

(a) Your name, address and telephone number;

(b) Model number and serial number (found on the front panel of the door opening) of your appliance;

(d) A clear description of the problem you are having.

(e) Proof of purchase.

1. Conditions and damages resulting from any of the

following:

a. Improper installation, delivery, or maintenance.

b. Any repair, modification, alteration or adjustment

not authorized by the manufacturer or an authorized

servicer.

c. Misuse, abuse, accidents. or unreasonable use.

d. Incorrect electric current, voltage or supply.

e. Improper setting of any control.

2. Warranties are void if the original serial numbers have

been removed, altered, or cannot be readily determined.

3. Light bulbs.

4. Products purchased for commercial or industrial use.

5. The cost of service or service call to:

a. Correct installation errors.

b. Instruct the user on proper use of the product.

c. Transport the appliance to the servicer.

6. Consequential or incidental damages sustained by any

person as a result of any breach of these warranties.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of con-

sequential or incidental damages, so the above exclusion

may not apply.

What is not covered by these warranties:

User’s Guides, service manuals and parts catalogs are available from Maytag Appliances Sales Company, Maytag Customer Assistance.

9MAYTAG •403 W. 4th Street N. •P.O. Box 39 •Newton, Iowa 50208

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