Maytag MGDX5SPAW, Installation Manual

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Parts needed:

Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply and venting. 

See “Electrical Requirements” and “Venting Requirements”  

before purchasing parts.

Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system 

hardware, available for purchase from the dealer from whom  

you purchased your dryer. For further information, please 

reference the “Assistance or Service” section of the Use and 

Care Guide.

Optional Equipment: 

(Not supplied with dryer) 

Refer to your Use and Care Guide for information about 

accessories available for your dryer.

Parts supplied:

Leveling legs (4)

Location Requirements

You will need:

■

A location allowing for proper exhaust installation.  

See “Venting Requirements.”

■

A separate 15- or 20-amp circuit for gas dryers.

■

If you are using power supply cord, a grounded electrical 

outlet located within 2 ft. (610 mm) of either side of dryer.  

See “Electrical Requirements.”

■

A sturdy floor to support dryer and a total weight (dryer  

and load) of 200 lbs. (90.7 kg). The combined weight of  

a companion appliance should also be considered.

■

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

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.

Do not operate your dryer at temperatures below 45°F (7°C).  

At lower temperatures, the dryer might not shut off at the end  

of an automatic cycle. Drying times can be extended.

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

are included.

Dryer Dimensions

43"

(1092 mm)

*29

1

/

2

"

(749 mm)

27"

(687 mm)

A

23¾"

(603 mm)

43"

(1092 mm)

27"

(687 mm)

*29

1

/

2

"

(749 mm)

13¾"

(349  mm)

B

A. Large opening side-swing door

B. Wide opening hamper door

Installation Spacing

A

B

C

    18"*

(457 mm)

  1"

(25 mm)

27"

(686 mm)

        1"

   (25 mm)

        1"*

    (25 mm)

14" max.*

(356  mm)

  29

¼"

(743 mm)

5

½"*

 (140 mm)

  48 in.

(310 cm )

2

*

2

24 in.

(155 cm )

2 

*

2

3"*

(76 mm)

3"*

(76 mm)

A. Recessed area

B. Side view – closet or confined area

C. Closet door with vents

*Required spacing

Installation spacing for recessed area or closet

The dimensions shown are for the minimum spacing allowed.

■

Additional spacing should be considered for ease of 

installation and servicing.

■

Additional clearances might be required for wall, door, and 

floor moldings.

■

Additional spacing of 1" (25 mm) on all sides of the dryer is 

recommended to reduce noise transfer.

■

For closet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation 

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.

Installation clearances:

The location must be large enough to allow the dryer door to 

open fully.

Most installations require a minimum 5½" (140 mm) clearance 

behind the dryer for the exhaust vent with elbow. See “Venting 

Requirements.”

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

be exposed to water and/or weather.

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. 

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