6 CYCLE AUTO DRY DRYERS D USEl'f èUIRP Safety Instructions........... . . ............... 2 Dryer Exhaust Tips.... ............................... 3 ,, Operating Tips Controls At A Glance........... Care and Cleaning..... ■4 . ...... 5-6 ... ............. 7 Replacing Druih Light...... ............ . ......... 7 Re versing the Door .......................... 7 Drying Rack installation Inst............. 8 Special Laundry Tips..... Before You Call............ ...........—• ■... ■ • T 6 W a r r a n t y .
Models: MD9306 • MD9316 • MD8416 • MD8426 • MD8506 • MD49K Welcome. Welcome and congratulations on your purchase of a Maytag dryer! Your complete satisfaction is very important to us. For best results, we suggest reading this material to help acquaint you with proper operating and maintenance procedures. Should you need assistance, it is helpful to: 1) Have complete model and serial number identifica tion of your dryer. This is located on a data plate in the lower center of the door opening.
i ' Important Safety Instructions A WABNIMG — To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: 11. Keep the area around the exhaust opening and sur rounding areas free from lint accumulation, dust and dirt. 1. Read all instructions before using the appliance, 2. To avoid the possibility of fire or explosion; a.
.I - \ Dryer Exhaust Tips WARMING — Plastic or nonmetal flexible duct presents a potential fire hazard. Do Don't Read the installation instructions and the user's guide. Let a poor exhaust system cause slow drying. Let your dryer exhaust the air easily. Don't Restrict your dryer with a poor exhaust system. Don't Use 4 inch diameter rigid metal duct. Tape all joints. Never use lint-trapping screws. Use plastie, thin foil, or non metal flexible duct.
f^ 'k_j6 ^Operating Tips 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... • by placing only one wash load in the dryer at a time. • avoid very small loads or mixing heavyweight and lightweight clothes. • when only one or two articles need drying, add a few similar items to improve tumbling and drying efficiency. Add A Fabric Softener Sheet...
§2 Controls At A Glance m Features may vary according to model. Step Select Cycle Auto Dry EASY CARE/PERMANENT PRESS with Press Care is designed for perm£ nent press or man-made fabrics such as acrylic, nylon, polyester or blends. It minimize wrinkling by providing an extended cool down period by tumbling the load in unhea ed air at the end of the cycle. Simply set the control to the desired dryness level (moi dry - less dry).
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 dmlmay 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. Auto Dry REGULAR is designed for loads such as towels, underwear, t-shirts, jeans, etc. Set the control to the desired dryness level (more dry less dry).
Care and 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 cray on, ink pen or fabric dye) with an all purpose cleaner. Then tumble old towels or rags to remove any excess stain or cleaning sub stance. Dryer Exhaust System - should be inspected and cleaned once a year to maintain optimum perfor mance.
;Ol Drying Rack Installation Instructions (Found in select models or purchased separately from your dealer using part # MAL1000AXX.) The drying rack allows you to dry items that you don’t want to tumble dry; for example, sneakers, washable sweaters, stuffed toys or pillows, etc. The rack remains stationary, but the drum rotates. (Make sure nothing hangs over the edges of the rack.) To Use Rack: 1. Open dryer door. 2. Position drying rack in tumbler with the two exten sion wires toward you.
Special Laundry Tips Please follow the care label or manufacturer’s instructions for drying special items. If care label instructions are not available, use the following information as a guide. LAUNDERING TIPS ITEM Bedspreads & Comforters Blankets • Follow the care label instructions or dry on the Regular cycle. • Be sure it is thoroughly dry before using or storing. • Dry only one blanket at a time for best tumbling action. • Be sure it is thoroughly dry before using or storing.
;• ,■ ,f - . i- v '.i's' - Before You Call Check these points if your clothes dryer... • Be sure the door is latched shut. • Be sure the power cord is plugged into a live electrical outlet. Doesn’t Run • Check the home’s circuit breaker and fuses. • Press the START button again if the door is opened during the cycle. • Check the home’s circuit breaker and fuses. Doesn’t Heat • Select a heat setting, not air-fluff. • On a gas dryer, check that the gas supply is on.
Clothes Dryer Warranty. Full One Year Warranty For one (1) year from the date of original retail purchase, any part which fails in normal home use will be repaired or replaced free of charge. Limited Warranty After the first year from date of original retail purchase, through the time periods listed below, the parts designated below which fail in normal home use will be repaired or replaced free of charge for the part itself, with the owner paying all oth costs, including labor, mileage and transportation.
