Maytag MDG76PC- Manuals

2 Maytag Co. 113184-7 SECTION I SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING: For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. WARNING: The dryer must never be operated with any of the back guard...

113184-7 Maytag Co. 3 WARNING: DO NOT use heat for drying articles that contain plastic, foam, sponge rubber, or similarly textured rubber materials. Drying in a heated basket (tumbler) may damageplastics or rubber and may be a fire hazard. 7. A program should be established for the inspection and c...

4 Maytag Co. 113184-7 MAXIMUM CAPACITY (DRY WEIGHT) 7 5 lb 3 4 . 0 2 k g TUMBLER DIAMETER 4 4 - 1 / 2 ” 11 3 . 0 3 c m TUMBLER DEPTH 2 4 - 7 / 8 ” 6 3 . 1 8 c m TUMBLER VOLUME 2 2 . 4 0 c u f t 6 3 4 . 3 0 L TUMBLER/DRIVE MOTOR 1 hp * 0 . 7 5 k W BLOWER/FAN MOTOR N / A DOOR OPENING (DIAMETER) 3 1 - ...

113184-7 Maytag Co. 5 Specifications – Gas NOTE: The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice or obligation.

6 Maytag Co. 113184-7 B. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION 1. Dryer Front View Illus. No. Description 1 Controls 2 Control (top access) Door Assembly 3 Main Door Assembly 4 Lint Compartment Area (lint screen located behind door) 5 Data Label and Installation Label

8 Maytag Co. 113184-7 SECTION III INSTALLATION PROCEDURES Installation should be performed by competent technicians in accordance with local and state codes. In theabsence of these codes, the installation must conform to applicable American National Standards: ANSI Z223.1-LATEST EDITION (National Fu...

113184-7 Maytag Co. 9 9. The dryer must be installed with adequate clearance for air openings into the combustion chamber. CAUTION: This dryer produces combustible lint and must be exhausted to the outdoors. Every 6 months, inspect the exhaust ducting and remove any lint buildup. IMPORTANT: The drye...

113184-7 Maytag Co. 11 C. DRYER ENCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS Bulkheads and partitions should be made of noncombustible materials and must be located a minimum of12-inches (30.48 cm) (18-inches [45.72 cm] or more is recommended for ease of installation, maintenance, andservice) above the dryer outer top, e...

12 Maytag Co. 113184-7 D. FRESH AIR SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS When the dryer is operating, it draws in room air, heats it, passes this air through the basket (tumbler), andexhausts it out of the building. Therefore, the room air must be continually replenished from the outdoors. If themake-up air is inade...

113184-7 Maytag Co. 13 E. EXHAUST REQUIREMENTS 1. General Exhaust Ductwork Information Exhaust ductwork should be designed and installed by a qualified professional. Improperly sized ductworkwill create excessive back pressure, which results in slow drying, increased use of energy, overheating ofthe...

113184-7 Maytag Co. 17 F. ELECTRICAL INFORMATION 1. Electrical Requirements ALL electrical connections must be made by a properly licensed and competent electrician. Thisis to ensure that the electrical installation is adequate and conforms to local and state regulations or codes.In the absence of s...

18 Maytag Co. 113184-7 GAS ELECTRICAL SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS (PER DRYER) NOTES: A. B. When fuses are used they must be dual element, time delay, current limiting, class RK1 or RK5 ONLY. Calculate/determine correct fuse value, by applying either local and/or National Electrical Codes to listedapplian...

113184-7 Maytag Co. 19 FOR 110V APPLICATIONS Single-Phase Electrical Lead Connections Black + Positive White or Red + Neutral or L2 Green + Ground 4. Electrical Connections A wiring diagram is located inside the control box for connection data. If local codes permit, power to the dryer can be made b...

113184-7 Maytag Co. 21 2. Technical Gas Data a . Gas Specifications Shaded areas are stated in metric equivalents * Measured at gas valve pressure tap when the gas valve is on. b. Gas Connections Inlet connection ---- 3/4” N.P.T.Inlet supply size ---- 3/4” diameter pipe (minimum)Btu/hr input -------...

22 Maytag Co. 113184-7 3. Piping/Connections ALL components/materials must conform to National Fuel Gas Code Specifications ANSI Z223.1-LATESTEDITION, or in Canada, CAN/CGA-B149.1-M91 (Natural Gas) or CAN/CGA-B149.2-M91 (LiquidPropane [L.P.] Gas) or LATEST EDITION (for General Installation and Gas P...

24 Maytag Co. 113184-7 5. GAS MODELS – be sure that ALL gas shutoff valves are in the open position. 6. Be sure ALL back panels (guards) and electric box covers have been replaced. 7. Check ALL service doors to assure that they are closed and secured in place. 8. Be sure the lint drawer is securely ...

26 Maytag Co. 113184-7 J. PREOPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS COIN MODELS 1. Microprocessor Controller (Computer) a . When the microprocessor controller (computer) is in the ready state, the liquid crystal display (L.C.D.) screen will display “Ready, Insert $XX.XX (amount) to Start”. b. Insert coin(s). Once...

113184-7 Maytag Co. 27 SECTION IV ROUTINE MAINTENANCE A. CLEANING A program and/or schedule should be established for periodic inspection, cleaning, and removal of lint fromvarious areas of the dryer, as well as throughout the ductwork system. The frequency of cleaning can best bedetermined from exp...

28 Maytag Co. 113184-7 90 DAYS 1. Remove lint from around basket (tumbler), drive motors, and surrounding areas. 2. Remove lint from gas valve burner area with a dusting brush or vacuum cleaner attachment. 3. Clean any lint accumulation in and around both the blower and drive motor casing openings. ...

113184-7 Maytag Co. 29 SECTION V DATA LABEL INFORMATION When contacting the Maytag dealer, or the Maytag Co., certain information is required to ensure properservice/parts information. This information is on the data label, which is affixed to the left side panel area behindthe top control (access) ...

30 Maytag Co. 113184-7 SECTION VI PROCEDURE FOR FUNCTIONAL CHECK OF REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS 1. Microprocessor Controller (Computer) Board a . Upon completing installation of the replacement microprocessor controller (computer) board, reestablish power to the dryer. b. Start the drying cycle by pressi...