Maytag WGD4850HW User manual

W11185722A

W11185728A -SP

ELECTRIC OR GAS DRYER

USE AND CARE GUIDE

Table of Contents Table des matières

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

CHECK YOUR VENT SYSTEM

FOR GOOD AIR FLOW ......................................................4

USE SENSOR DRY/AUTOMATIC DRY CYCLES FOR

BETTER FABRIC CARE AND ENERGY SAVINGS .....4

CONTROL PANEL & FEATURES .....................................5

CYCLE GUIDE......................................................................6

USING YOUR DRYER........................................................7

DRYER CARE .......................................................................9

TROUBLESHOOTING ......................................................11

WARRANTY ........................................................................13

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE .................... BACK COVER

SÉCURITÉ DE LA SÉCHEUSE ......................................14

VÉRIFICATION D’UNE CIRCULATION D’AIR

ADÉQUATE POUR LE SYSTÈME D’ÉVACUATION ..16

UTILISATION DES PROGRAMMES DE

SÉCHAGE PAR DÉTECTION/PROGRAMMES

AUTOMATIQUES POUR UN MEILLEUR SOIN

DU TISSU ET DAVANTAGE D’ÉCONOMIES

D’ÉNERGIE.........................................................................16

TABLEAU DE COMMANDE

ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES ................................................17

GUIDE DE PROGRAMMES ...........................................18

UTILISATION DE LA SÉCHEUSE..................................19

ENTRETIEN DE LA SÉCHEUSE................................... 21

DÉPANNAGE..................................................................... 23

GARANTIE.......................................................................... 26

ASSISTANCE OU

SERVICE.................................. COUVERTURE ARRIÈRE

SÉCHEUSE

ÉLECTRIQUE OU À GAZ

GUIDE D’UTILISATION

ET D’ENTRETIEN

Para una versión de estas instrucciones en español, visite www.maytag.com

DRYER SAFETY

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.

WARNING:

FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD

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

damage.

–

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 performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or

the gas supplier.

CHECK YOUR VENT SYSTEM FOR GOOD AIR FLOW

Good air ﬂow

Along with heat, dryers require good air ﬂow to efﬁciently

dry laundry. Proper venting will reduce your drying times and

improve your energy savings. See Installation Instructions.

The venting system attached to the dryer plays a big role in

good air ﬂow. Blocked or crushed vents as well as improper

venting installation will reduce air ﬂow and dryer performance.

Service calls caused by improper venting are not covered by

the warranty and will be paid by the customer, regardless of

who installed the dryer. To clean or repair venting, contact a

venting specialist.

Maintain good air ﬂow by:

Good Better

USE SENSOR DRY/AUTOMATIC DRY CYCLES FOR BETTER

FABRIC CARE AND ENERGY SAVINGS

Use the Sensor Dry/Automatic Dry cycles to provide the most energy savings and enhanced fabric care from the dryer. During

Sensor Dry/Automatic Dry cycles, drying air temperature or moisture level is sensed in the load. This sensing occurs throughout

the drying cycle and the dryer shuts off when the load reaches the selected dryness.

With Timed Dry, the dryer runs the amount of time set and sometimes results in shrinkage, wrinkling, and static due to over-drying.

Use Timed Dry for the occasional damp load that needs a little more drying time or when using the drying rack.

■Cleaning your lint screen before each load.

■Replace plastic or foil vent material with 4" (102 mm)

diameter heavy, rigid vent material.

■Use the shortest length of vent possible.

■Use no more than four 90° elbows in a vent system;

each bend and curve reduces air ﬂow.

■Remove lint and debris from the exhaust hood.

■Remove lint from the entire length of the vent system at least

every 2 years. When cleaning is complete, be sure to follow

the “Installation Instructions” supplied with your dryer for

ﬁnal product check.

■Clear away items from the front of the dryer.

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TEMPERATURE/FABRIC

Select a drying temperature based on the fabrics in your load.

If you are unsure of the temperature to select for a load, select

the lower setting rather than the higher setting.

CYCLE KNOB

Use Cycle Knob to select available cycles on your dryer. Turn

the knob to select a cycle for your laundry load. See Cycle

Guide for detailed descriptions of cycles.

TIMED DRY

Will run the dryer for the speciﬁed time on the control.

On models with a selectable temperature knob, you may

choose a setting based on the fabrics in your load. On

some models, temperature is included in the cycle

selections. Drying time and temperature will depend on

your dryer model.

SENSOR DRY/AUTOMATIC DRY

Senses moisture in the load or air temperature and shuts

off when the load reaches the selected dryness level.

Gives the best drying in the shortest time. Drying time

will vary based on fabric type, load size, and temperature

setting.

WRINKLE CONTROL Feature (on some models)

The WRINKLE CONTROL feature will run after your drying

cycle is complete. It periodically starts and stops the dryer,

tumbling the load without heat to help avoid wrinkling.

On some models, WRINKLE CONTROL automatically

starts at the end of the cycle. Opening the door will stop

this feature.

NOTE: A signal will sound periodically when the WRINKLE

CONTROL setting is selected, but only if the End of Cycle

signal is also selected.

WRINKLE CONTROL option (on some models)

When you are unable to remove a load of clothes from the

dryer as soon as it stops, wrinkles can form. The WRINKLE

CONTROL option periodically tumbles, rearranges, and ﬂuffs

the load to help keep wrinkles from forming.

■Get up to 90 minutes of heat-free, periodic tumbling at

the end of a cycle. Turn the WRINKLE CONTROL knob

to select OFF or 90 min. at any time before the cycle has

ended.

PUSH TO START/END OF CYCLE SIGNAL

The End of Cycle Signal produces an audible sound when the

drying cycle is ﬁnished. Promptly removing clothes at the end

of the cycle reduces wrinkling.

Turn the END OF CYCLE SIGNAL knob to select the desired

setting (On or Off). Press the PUSH TO START knob to start

the dryer.

Not all features and options are available on all models.

Appearance may vary.

CONTROL PANEL & FEATURES

1234

Items to dry: Temperature

Fabric:

Available Options: Cycle Details:

End of Cycle Signal

Wrinkle Control

CYCLE GUIDE — SENSOR DRY/AUTOMATIC DRY CYCLES

SENSOR DRY/AUTOMATIC DRY - Senses moisture in the load or air temperature and shuts off when the load reaches the selected

dryness level.

Not all cycles and settings are available on all models. Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that cycle.

CYCLE GUIDE — TIMED DRY CYCLES

TIMED DRY - Will run the dryer for the speciﬁed time on the control.

Not all cycles and settings are available on all models.

NOTE: If loads do not seem as dry as you would like, select More Dry next time you dry a similar load. If loads seem drier than you like,

select Less Dry next time you dry a similar load.

Casual, shirts, pants,

lightweight items,

synthetics, delicates,

athletic wear

End of Cycle Signal

Wrinkle Control

Setting the Drying Temperature

If your dryer has multiple heat settings:

A High temperature setting may be used for drying heavyweight

items such as towels and work clothes.

A Low to Medium temperature setting may be used for drying

medium-weight items such as sheets, blouses, dresses,

underwear, permanent press fabrics, and some knits.

Use the Air Fluff (no heat) setting for foam, rubber, plastic, or

heat-sensitive fabrics.

Line dry bonded or laminated fabrics.

NOTE: If you have questions about drying temperatures for

various loads, refer to the care label directions.

Jeans, heavy work clothes,

towels More Dry

Less Dry

Normal

End of Cycle Signal

Wrinkle Control

Automatic cycles give the best drying in the

shortest time. Drying time varies based on

fabric type, load size, and dryness setting.

Select a drying temperature based on the

fabrics in your load. If you are unsure of the

temperature to select for a load, select the

lower setting rather than the higher setting.

Dryness Level:

High

Medium or

Low

Work clothes, medium

weight fabrics, sheets

Items to dry: Temperature:Cycle: Available

Options: Cycle Details:

Rubber, plastic, heat

sensitive fabrics Air Fluff Air Fluff End of Cycle Signal No heat drying.

Any load Freshen Up Any End of Cycle Signal Use low to medium temperature to smooth

out wrinkles, such as those found in

clothes packed in a suitcase or in items

wrinkled from being left in the dryer too

long.

Heavy or bulky

items Heavy Dry Any End of Cycle Signal Completes drying if items are still damp.

Any load Damp Dry Any End of Cycle Signal Dries items to a damp level or for items

that do not require an entire drying cycle.

NOTE: Government energy certifications for the Maytag Gas and Electric models were based on the Timed Dry cycle with the

Maximum drying temperature setting. The as - shipped defaults of Sensor Dry, Normal cycle, Low heat, wrinkle shield were not used.

Energy Preferred

More Dry

Less Dry

Normal

Energy Preferred

More Dry

Less Dry

Normal

Energy Preferred

USING YOUR DRYER

1. Clean the lint screen

Clean the lint screen before each load. Pull the lint screen out of

its holder. Roll lint off the screen with your ﬁngers. Do not rinse

or wash screen to remove lint. Push the lint screen ﬁrmly back

into place.

For additional cleaning information, see “Dryer Care”.

2. Load the dryer

Place laundry in the dryer. Close the door.

Do not tightly pack the dryer; clothes should be able to

tumble freely.

NOTE: Your model may have a different door than the one

shown. Some models have drop down doors.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to

persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before

operating this dryer.

Before using your dryer, wipe the dryer drum with a damp cloth

to remove dust from storing and shipping.

7. Press PUSH TO START to begin cycle

Push and hold the PUSH TO START knob to begin the cycle.

4. Set temperature (on some models)

Select temperature by turning the knob to the desired position or

select the Automatic Dry Cycle that has the temperature included

in the cycle selections. See “Setting the Drying Temperature”.

NOTE: Not all options and settings are available with all cycles.

3. Select the desired cycle

Select the desired cycle for your load. See the Cycle Guide

for more information about each cycle.

SENSOR DRY/AUTOMATIC DRY Cycles

You can select a different dryness level, depending on your load,

by turning the knob to dryness level.

Selecting More Dry, Energy Preferred, Normal, or Less Dry

automatically adjusts the dryness level of the fabrics at which

the dryer will shut off.

Sensor Dry/Automatic Dry cycles give the best drying in the

shortest time. Drying time varies based on fabric type, load size,

and dryness setting. Less Dry removes less moisture and is

used for loads you may want to put on a hanger to complete

drying.

More Dry removes more load moisture. Energy Preferred is used

for a starting point for Sensor Dry/Automatic Dry cycles.

6. Select End of Cycle Signal (if desired)

Turn the END OF CYCLE SIGNAL knob to select the desired

setting (On or Off). The End of Cycle Signal produces an

audible sound when the drying cycle is ﬁnished. Promptly

removing clothes at the end of the cycle reduces wrinkling.

DRYING RACK ACCESSORY

To purchase a drying rack for your dryer, please refer to

“Assistance or Service” on the back cover of the manual or

contact the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer.

Part Number Accessory

3406839 Drying rack - ﬁts 29" Super Capacity Plus

5. Set Wrinkle Control (on some models)

Select Wrinkle Control by turning the knob to the desired

position.

Get up to 90 minutes of heat-free, periodic tumbling at the

end of a cycle. Turn the WRINKLE CONTROL knob to OFF

or 90 min. at any time before the cycle has ended.

NOTE: Not all options and settings are available with all

cycles.

normal

DRYER CARE

Keep dryer area clear and free from items that would block the

air ﬂow for proper dryer operation. This includes clearing piles

of laundry in front of the dryer.

Cleaning the lint screen

Every load cleaning

The lint screen is located in the dryer. A screen blocked by lint

can increase drying time.

To clean:

1. Pull the lint screen out of its holder. Roll lint off the screen

with your ﬁngers. Do not rinse or wash screen to remove

lint. Wet lint is hard to remove.

2. Push the lint screen ﬁrmly back into place.

IMPORTANT:

■Do not run the dryer with the lint screen loose, damaged,

blocked, or missing. Doing so can cause overheating and

damage to both the dryer and fabrics.

■If lint falls off the screen into the dryer during removal,

check the exhaust hood and remove the lint. See Venting

Requirements.

As needed cleaning

Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can build up

on the lint screen. This buildup can cause longer drying times

for your clothes, or cause the dryer to stop before your load is

completely dry. The screen is probably clogged if lint falls off

while the screen is in the dryer.

Clean the lint screen with a nylon brush every 6 months,

or more frequently, if it becomes clogged due to a residue

buildup.

To wash:

1. Roll lint off the screen with your ﬁngers.

2. Wet both sides of lint screen with hot water.

3. Wet a nylon brush with hot water and liquid detergent.

Scrub lint screen with the brush to remove residue buildup.

4. Rinse screen with hot water.

5. Thoroughly dry lint screen with a clean towel. Reinstall

screen in dryer.

Cleaning the dryer interior

To clean dryer drum

1. Apply a liquid, nonﬂammable household cleaner to the

stained area of the drum and rub with a soft cloth until

stain is removed.

2. Wipe drum thoroughly with a damp cloth.

3. Tumble a load of clean cloths or towels to dry the drum.

NOTE: Garments that contain loose dyes, such as denim blue

jeans or brightly colored cotton items, may discolor the dryer

interior. These stains are not harmful to your dryer and will

not stain future loads of clothes. Dry these items inside out to

avoid drum staining.

Removing accumulated lint

From Inside the Dryer Cabinet

Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending

on dryer usage. Cleaning should be done by a qualiﬁed servicer.

From the Exhaust Vent

Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending

on dryer usage.

Cleaning the dryer location

Vacation, storage, and moving care

Non-Use or Storage Care

Operate your dryer only when you are at home. If you will be on

vacation or not using your dryer for an extended period of time,

you should:

1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.

2. (For gas dryers only): Close shut-off valve to gas supply

line.

3. Clean lint screen. See “Cleaning the Lint Screen.”

Moving Care

For power supply cord-connected dryers:

1. Unplug the power supply cord.

2. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.

3. Use tape to secure dryer door.

For direct-wired dryers:

1. Turn off power at fuse or breaker box.

2. Disconnect wiring.

3. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.

4. Use tape to secure dryer door.

For gas dryers:

1. Unplug or disconnect power to dryer.

2. Close shut-off valve in gas supply line.

3. Disconnect gas supply line pipe and remove ﬁttings

attached to dryer pipe.

4. Cap the open fuel supply line.

5. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.

6. Use tape to secure dryer door.

Reinstalling the Dryer

Follow the Installation Instructions to locate, level, and

connect the dryer.

Changing the drum light

(on some models)

1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.

2. Open the dryer door. Locate the light bulb cover on the

back wall of the dryer. Using a Phillips-head screwdriver,

remove the screw located in the lower right-hand corner

of the cover. Remove the cover.

3. Turn bulb counterclockwise. Replace the bulb with

a 10-watt appliance bulb only. Replace the cover and

secure with the screw.

4. Plug into a grounded outlet or reconnect power.

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