Maytag WED5500XL0, Installation Instructions Manual

Page 1: ... de modelo y de serie dentro de la cavidad superior de la puerta Table of Contents DRYER SAFETY 2 iNSTALLATiON REQUIREMENTS 3 Tools and Parts 3 Location Requirements 3 Electrical Requirements 4 Install Leveling Legs 6 Electrical Connection 7 VENTING 13 Venting Requirements 13 Plan Vent System 14 Venting Kits 14 Install Vent System 15 Connect Vent 15 Level Dryer 16 Complete Installation Checklist 1...

Page 2: ...at the potential hazard is tell you how to reduce the chance of injury and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed WARNING Risk ofFire Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualified installer Install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer s instructions and local codes Do not install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic venting materials if flexible met...

Page 3: ... 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 Dryer User instructions If using a power supply cord Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use with clothes dryers The kit should contain A UL listed 30 amp power supply cord ...

Page 4: ... spacing should also be considered Minimum Required Spacing f_P_ 1 _1 _ 27 _ _ 1 _mr _ 1411max _ _ m 48 in __ _ 310cm 2 _ _ 24i_ 11 I 29 _15 _ _ 686turn 25ram 25mm 1748mm 148mm A B C A Recessed area B Side view closet or confined area C Closet door with vents Additional spacing recommended 311 76 ram T 3 I1 76 ram T Mobile home Additional installation requirements This dryer is suitable for mobile...

Page 5: ...power supply cord at least 4 ft 1 22 m long must have 4 10 gauge solid copper wires and match a 4 wire receptacle of NEMA Type 14 30 R The ground wire ground conductor may be either green or bare The neutral conductor must be identified by a white cover if connecting by direct wire Power supply cable must match power supply 4 wire or 3 wire and be Flexible armored cable or nonmetallic sheathed cop...

Page 6: ...to leg holes by hand use a wrench to finish turning legs until diamond marking is no longer visible Now stand the dryer on its feet Slide the dryer until it is close to its final location Leave enough room for electrical connection and to connect the exhaust vent To avoid damaging floor use a large flat piece of cardboard from dryer carton place under entire back edge of dryer Firmly grasp dryer b...

Page 7: ... NEMA Type 14 30R Go to steps 1 2 on page 8 for power supply cord strain relief then steps 3 6 for 4 wire Power Supply Cord Connection section Then go to Venting Requirements Power supply cord 3 wire receptacle NEMA Type 10 30R Go to steps 1 2 on page 8 for power supply cord strain relief then steps 3 5 for 3 wire Power Supply Cord Connection section Then go to Venting Requirements 4 wire direct c...

Page 8: ...be in a horizontal position Do not further tighten strain relief screws at this point For 3 wire Power Supply Cord Connection see page 8 For 4 wire Power Supply Cord Connection continue to step 3 on this page 4owire Power Supply Cord Connection IMPORTANT A 4 wire connection is required for mobile homes and where local codes do not permit the use of 3 wire connections A B F C D E G A 4 wire recepta...

Page 9: ... or center wire Remove center silver colored terminal block screw B Connect remaining wires to outer terminal block screws Tighten screws Finally reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel Secure cover with hold down screw Now go to Venting Requirements Connect neutral wire white or center C of power supply cord to center silver colored terminal block screw B Tighten screw ...

Page 10: ... Direct Wire Connection see page 11 For 4 wire Direct Wire Connection continue to step 3 on this page 4owire Direct Wire Connection IMPORTANT A 4 wire connection is required for mobile homes and where local codes do not permit 3 wire connections 3 Prepare your 4 wire cable for direct connection 12y Direct wire cable must have 5 ft 1 52 m of extra length so dryer may be moved if needed Strip 5 127 ...

Page 11: ... so dryer may be moved if needed Strip 31 2 89 mm of outer covering from end of cable Strip insulation back 1 25 mm If using 3 wire cable with ground wire cut bare wire even with outer covering Shape wire ends into hooks 4 Connect wires to terminal block To connect wires to terminal block place hooked end of wire under terminal block screw facing to the right squeeze hooked end together and tighte...

Page 12: ...to slot of dryer rear panel Secure cover with hold down screw Now go to Venting Requirements Optionam 3owire Connection You must verify with a qualified electrician that this grounding method is acceptable before connecting 1 Prepare to connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire A Remove center silver colored terminal block screw B Remove neutral ground wire E from external ground conductor scre...

Page 13: ...for best drying performance and to avoid crushing and kinking Flexible metal vent Acceptable only ifaccessible to clean Must be fully extended and supported in final dryer location Remove excess to avoid sagging and kinking that may result in reduced airflow and poor performance Do not install in enclosed walls ceilings or floors The total length should not exceed 7 3 4ft 2 4 m NOTE If using an ex...

Page 14: ... fight side exhaust installation C Bottom exhaust installation Over The Top installation also available with one offset elbow Periscope installation NOTE The following kits for close clearance alternate installations are available for purchase Venting Kits For more information call 1 800 901 2042 or visit us at www applianceaccessories com In Canada call 1 800 807 6777 or visit us at www whirlpool...

Page 15: ... Chart Number of Type Box Iouvered Angled 90 turns of vent hoods hoods or elbows 0 Rigid metal 64 ft 20 m 58 ft 17 7 m 1 Rigid metal 54 ft 16 5 m 48 ft 14 6 m 38 ft 11 6 m 29 ft 8 8 m 21 ft 6 4 m 2 3 4 Rigid metal Rigid metal Rigid metal 44 ft 13 4 m 35 ft 10 7 m 27 ft 8 2 m NOTE Side and bottom exhaust installations have a 90 turn inside the dryer To determine maximum exhaust length add one 90 tu...

Page 16: ...ryer is level See Level Dryer _ Remove film on console and any tape remaining on dryer _ Wipe dryer drum interior thoroughly with a damp cloth to remove any dust _ Read Dryer Use in your Use and Care Guide _ Set the dryer on a full heat cycle not an air cycle for 20 minutes and start the dryer if the dryer will not start check the following Controls are set in a running or On position Start button...

Page 17: ... up on top of dryer Remove top screws from dryer cabinet Remove screws at top bottom and side of door 5 screws Keep door screws separate from hinge screws as they are different sizes Holding door over towel on dryer grasp sides of outer door and lift to separate it from inner door NOTE Do not pry apart with putty knife or screwdriver Do not pull on door seal or plastic door catches 6 Rotate outer ...

Page 18: ...to reinstall door Insert screws into the bottom holes on left side of dryer cabinet Tighten screws halfway Position door so large end of door hinge slot is over screws Slide door up so screws are in bottom of slots Tighten screws Insert and tighten top screws in hinges Close door and check that door strike aligns with door catch If it is needed slide door catch left or right within slot to adjust ...

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