Maytag MDG50PCC User manual

MDG50PCC Installation Manual
50 lb Single Pocket / Phase 7 / Coin
Part No. 113198-5
AVERTISSEMENT:Assurez-vousdebien
suivrelesinstructionsdonnéesdanscette
noticepour réduireau minimumle risque
d’incendie ou d’explosion ou pour éviter
toutdommagematériel,touteblessureou
lamort.
—Ne pas entreposer ni utiliser d’essence
nid’autres vapeursou liquides
inflammablesà proximité decet
appareilou de toutautre appareil.
—QUEFAIRE SIVOUSSENTEZUNE
ODEURDE GAZ:
●Nepas tenter d’allumerd’appareils.
●Netouchezà aucuninterrupteur. Ne
pasvous servirdestéléphones se
trouvantdansle bâtiment.
●Évacuezla pièce,lebâtiment oula
zone.
●Appelezimmédiatement votre
fournisseurde gazdepuisunvoisin.
Suivezlesinstructionsdufournisseur.
●Sivous nepouvez rejoindrele
fournisseurde gaz,appelez leservice
desincendies.
—L’installation et l’entretien doivent être
assurés par un installateur ou un
service d’entretien qualifié ou par le
fournisseurdegaz.
WARNING:Foryoursafetytheinformation
in this manual must be followed to
minimize the risk of fire or explosion and
to prevent property damage, personal
injuryordeath.
— Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinityof thisor anyother appliance.
— WHATTO DOIFYOU SMELLGAS:
●Donot tryto lightany appliance.
●Donottouchanyelectrical switch;
donotuseanyphone inyour
building.
●Cleartheroom, building or areaof
alloccupants.
●Immediatelycallyourgassupplier
froma neighbor’sphone. Follow
thegas supplier’sinstructions.
●Ifyoucannotreachyourgas
supplier,call thefiredepartment.
— Installation and service must be
performedbyaqualifiedinstaller,service
agencyor thegas supplier.
RETAIN THESE
INSTRUCTIONS IN A
SAFE PLACE FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE

“IMPORTANT NOTE TO PURCHASER”
Information must be obtained from your local gas supplier on the
instructionstobefollowediftheusersmellsgas. Theseinstructions
mustbe postedin aprominent locationnearthe dryer.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline
orother flammablevapors
andliquids inthe vicinityof
thisor anyother appliance.
POUR VOTRE SÉCURITÉ
Ne pas entreposer ni utiliser d’essence
nid’autres vapeursou liquides
inflammablesà proximité decet
appareilou de toutautre appareil.
We have tried to make this manual as complete as possible and hope you will find it useful. The manufacturer
reserves the right to make changes from time to time, without notice or obligation, in prices, specifications,
colors, and material, and to change or discontinue models. The illustrations included in this manual may not
depict your particular dryer exactly.
IMPORTANT
For your convenience, log the following information:
DATEOF PURCHASE _________________________________________________________ MODELNO. _________________
DEALER’S NAME _________________________________________________________________________________________
SERIALNUMBER(S) ______________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________
For replacement parts, contact the dealer from which the dryer was purchased or contact:
Maytag Co.
BentonHarbor,MI
1-800-662-3587
Retain This Manual in a Safe Place for Future Reference
This product embodies advanced concepts in engineering, design, and safety. If this product is properly
maintained, it will provide many years of safe, efficient, and trouble free operation.
Only qualified technicians should service this equipment.
OBSERVE ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS displayed on the equipment or specified in the installation
manual included with the dryer.
The following “FOR YOUR SAFETY” caution must be posted near the dryer in a prominent location.
MDG50PCC

IMPORTANT
YOUMUSTDISCONNECTANDLOCKOUTTHEELECTRICSUPPLYANDTHEGAS
SUPPLY OR THE STEAM SUPPLY BEFORE ANY COVERS OR GUARDS ARE
REMOVED FROM THE MACHINE TO ALLOW ACCESS FOR CLEANING,
ADJUSTING, INSTALLATION, OR TESTING OFANY EQUIPMENT PER OSHA
(OccupationalSafetyandHealthAdministration)STANDARDS.
WARNING
CHILDRENSHOULDNOTBEALLOWEDTOPLAYONORNEARTHEDRYER(S).
CHILDRENSHOULDBESUPERVISEDIFNEARDRYERSINOPERATION.
CAUTION
DRYERSSHOULDNEVERBELEFTUNATTENDEDWHILEINOPERATION.
FORYOURSAFETY
DONOTDRYMOPHEADSINTHEDRYER.
DONOTUSEDRYERINTHEPRESENCEOFDRYCLEANINGFUMES.
“Caution:Label all wires priorto
disconnection when servicing
controls.Wiringerrors can cause
improper operation.”
«Attention:Aumomentdel’entretiendes commandes,
étiquetez tous les fils avant de les débrancher. Des
erreursdecâblagepeuvententraînerun fonctionnement
inadéquatetdangereux.»
WARNING
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES should the dryer door switch, lint drawerswitch, or
heat safety circuit ever be disabled.
Stateof CaliforniaProposition65Warnings:
WARNING:Thisproductcontainsachemicalknowntothe StateofCalifornia tocause
cancer.
WARNING:Thisproductcontainsachemicalknowntothe StateofCalifornia tocause
birthdefectsorotherreproductiveharm.

WARNING
The dryer must never be operated with any of the back guards, outer tops, or service
panelsremoved. PERSONALINJURYORFIRECOULDRESULT.
IMPORTANT
PLEASEOBSERVEALLSAFETYPRECAUTIONSdisplayedontheequipmentand/or
specified in the installation manual included with the dryer.
WARNING
DRYERMUSTNEVERBE OPERATEDWITHOUTTHELINTFILTER/SCREENIN
PLACE,EVENIFANEXTERNALLINTCOLLECTIONSYSTEMISUSED.
Dryer mustnot be installed or stored in an area where it willbe exposed to water or weather.
The wiring diagram for the dryer is located in the front electrical control box area.
IMPORTANT
Dryer must be installed in a location/environment, which the ambient temperature
remains between 40° F (4.44° C) and 130° F (54.44° C).

Table of Contents
SECTIONI
SAFETYPRECAUTIONS .................................................................................................................. 2
SECTIONII
SPECIFICATIONS.............................................................................................................................. 4
SECTIONIII
INSTALLATIONPROCEDURES ..................................................................................................... 6
A. Unpacking/Setting Up............................................................................................................................. 6
B. Location Requirements........................................................................................................................... 6
C. Dryer Enclosure Requirements .............................................................................................................. 7
D. FreshAir Supply Requirements .............................................................................................................. 8
E. Exhaust Requirements............................................................................................................................ 9
F. Electrical Information ........................................................................................................................... 12
G. Gas Information .................................................................................................................................... 14
H. Preparation for Operation/Start-Up...................................................................................................... 17
I. Preoperational Tests ............................................................................................................................. 18
J. Preoperational Instructions ................................................................................................................... 19
K. Shutdown Instructions .......................................................................................................................... 19
SECTIONIV
SERVICE/PARTSINFORMATION ............................................................................................... 20
A. Service .................................................................................................................................................. 20
B. Parts...................................................................................................................................................... 20
SECTIONV
WARRANTYINFORMATION ....................................................................................................... 21
A. Returning Warranty Cards ................................................................................................................... 21
B. Warranty ............................................................................................................................................... 21
SECTIONVI
ROUTINEMAINTENANCE........................................................................................................... 22
A. Cleaning ................................................................................................................................................ 22
B. Adjustments .......................................................................................................................................... 23
C. Lubrication ............................................................................................................................................ 23
D. Lint Drawer Removal........................................................................................................................... 24
SECTIONVII
DATALABELINFORMATION ...................................................................................................... 25
SECTIONVIII
PROCEDUREFOR FUNCTIONALCHECK
OFREPLACEMENTCOMPONENTS........................................................................................... 26
SECTIONIX
MANUALRESETBURNERHI-LIMIT INSTRUCTIONS ......................................................... 28

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SECTIONI
SAFETYPRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Foryour safety, theinformationinthismanualmustbefollowedtominimizetheriskof
fireor explosionortopreventpropertydamage,personal injury, orloss oflife.
WARNING: Thedryermustneverbeoperatedwithanyofthe back guards, outer tops, or
servicepanelsremoved. PERSONALINJURY OR FIRE COULD RESULT.
1. DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
2. Purchaser and user should consult the local gas supplier for proper instructions to be followed in the event
the user smells gas. The instructions should be posted in a prominent location.
3. WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
a. DO NOT try to light any appliance.
b. DO NOT touch any electrical switch.
c. DO NOT use any phone in your building.
d. Clear the room, building, or area of ALLoccupants.
e. Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
f. If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
4. Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or gas supplier.
5. Dryers must be exhausted to the outdoors.
6. AlthoughMaytag produces a very versatile dryer, there are some articles that, due to fabric composition or
cleaning method, should not be dried in it.
WARNING: Dry onlywaterwashed fabrics. DONOTdry articles spottedorwashed in dry
cleaningsolvents,acombustible detergent, or“allpurpose”cleaner.
EXPLOSIONCOULDRESULT.
WARNING: DONOTdryrags orarticlescoated orcontaminatedwith gasoline,kerosene,oil, paint,
orwax. EXPLOSIONCOULD RESULT.
WARNING: DONOTdry mopheads. Contaminationbywaxor flammablesolventswillcreatea
firehazard.
WARNING: DONOTuse heatfordrying articlesthatcontain plastic,foam, spongerubber, or
similarlytexturedrubbermaterials. Dryingin aheatedbasket(tumbler)maydamage
plasticsorrubber andmaybe afirehazard.

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7. A program shouldbeestablished for the inspection and cleaning of lint in the burner area, exhaust ductwork,
and area around the back of the dryer. The frequency of inspection and cleaning can best be determined
from experience at each location.
WARNING: The collectionof lintin theburner areaand exhaustductworkcancreateapotentialfire
hazard.
8. For personal safety, the dryer must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes and/or the
National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA NO. 70-LATEST EDITION or in Canada, the Canadian Electrical
Codes Parts 1 & 2 CSA C22.1-1990 or LATEST EDITION.
NOTE: Failureto electricallygroundthedryerproperly willVOIDTHEWARRANTY.
9. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES should the dryer door switch, lint drawer switch, or heat safety circuit
ever be disabled.
WARNING: PERSONALINJURYOR FIRECOULDRESULTSHOULDTHEDRYER
DOORSWITCH,LINTDRAWER SWITCH,ORHEATSAFETYCIRCUIT
EVERBEDISABLED.
10. This dryer is not to be used in the presence of dry cleaning solvents or fumes.
11. Remove articles from the dryer as soon as the drying cycle has been completed.
WARNING: Articles leftin thedryerafterthedryingandcoolingcycleshave beencompleted can
createafire hazard.
12. READ AND FOLLOW ALL CAUTION AND DIRECTION LABELS ATTACHED TO THE
DRYER.
13. For safety, proper operation, and optimum performance, the dryer must not be operated with a load less
than sixty-six percent (66%) 33 lb (14.96 kg) of its rated capacity.
WARNING: YOU MUSTDISCONNECTANDLOCK OUTTHE ELECTRICSUPPLY
ANDTHE GASSUPPLYORTHESTEAMSUPPLYBEFOREANYCOVERS
ORGUARDSARE REMOVEDFROMTHEMACHINETOALLOW
ACCESSFORCLEANING,ADJUSTING, INSTALLATION, ORTESTINGOF
ANYEQUIPMENTPEROSHA(OccupationalSafety andHealthAdministration)
STANDARDS.
IMPORTANT: Dryermustbeinstalled inalocation/environment,which theambient
temperatureremainsbetween40° F (4.44°C)and130°F(54.44° C).

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MAXIMUM CAPACITY(DRYWEIGHT) 50 lbs 22.7 kg
BASKET (TUMBLER) DIAMETER 32-3/4” 83.2 cm
BASKET (TUMBLER) DEPTH 37-1/2” 95.3 cm
BASKET (TUMBLER) MOTOR 3/4 hp 0.560 kW
DOOR OPENING (DIAMETER) 21-1/2” 54.61 cm
BASKET (TUMBLER) VOLUME 18.3 cu ft 0.518 cu m
DRYERS PER 20’/40’ CONTAINER 10/20
DRYERS PER 45’/48’ TRUCK 24/26
VOLTAGE AVAILABLE 120v 1ø 60 Hz
APPROX. WEIGHT (UNCRATED) 651 lbs 295.3 kg
APPROX. WEIGHT (CRATED) 700 lbs 317.7 kg
HEAT INPUT 150,000 Btu/hr 37,800 kcal/hr
AIRFLOW 750 cfm 21 cmm
INLET PIPE CONNECTION 1/2” M.N.P.T.*
SECTIONII
SPECIFICATIONS
Gas
Shaded areas are stated in metric equivalents 3/29/04
* Size of piping to dryer varies with installation conditions. Contact factory for assistance.
NOTE: Manufacturerreserves therighttomakechanges inspecificationsatanytimewithoutnotice or
obligation.

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NOTE: Manufacturerreserves therighttomakechanges inspecificationsatanytimewithoutnotice or
obligation.
SPECIFICATIONS–GASONLY

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SECTIONIII
INSTALLATIONPROCEDURES
Installation should be performed by competent technicians in accordance with local and state codes. In the
absence of these codes, the installation mustconform to applicableAmerican National Standards:ANSI Z223.1-
LATEST EDITION (National Fuel Gas Code) orANSI/NFPA NO. 70-LATEST EDITION (National Electrical
Code) or in Canada, the installation must conform to applicable Canadian Standards: CAN/CGA-B149.1-M91
(Natural Gas) or CAN/CGA-B149.2-M91 (Liquid Propane [L.P.] Gas) or LATEST EDITION (for General
Installation and Gas Plumbing) or Canadian Electrical Codes Parts 1 & 2 CSAC22.1-1990 or LATEST EDITION
(for Electrical Connections).
A. UNPACKING/SETTING UP
Remove protective shipping material (i.e., plastic wrap and optional shipping box) from dryer.
IMPORTANT: Dryermustbetransportedandhandledinanuprightpositionat ALLtimes.
The dryer can be moved to its final location while still attached to the skid or with the skid removed. To unskid
the dryer, locate and remove the four (4) bolts securing the base of the dryer to the wooden skid. Two (2) are
at the rear base (remove the back panel for access), and two (2) are located in the bottom of the lint chamber.
To remove the two (2) bolts located in the lint chamber area, remove the lint drawer.
With the skid removed, to make it easier to slide the dryer into its final position, slightly lower ALL four (4)
leveling legs, so that the dryer will slide on the legs instead of the base frame.
Leveling Dryer
The dryer is equipped with four (4) leveling legs, one (1) at each corner of the base. Two (2) are located at the
rear of the dryer base, and two (2) are located in the lint chamber (coop). To increase bearing life and improve
efficiency, the dryer should be tilted slightly to the rear.
B. LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
Before installing the dryer, be sure the location conforms to local codes and ordinances. In the absence of such
codes or ordinances the location must conform with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI.Z223.1 LATEST
EDITION, or in Canada, the installation must conform to applicable Canadian Standards: CAN/CGA-B149.1-
M91 (Natural Gas) or CAN/CGA-B149.2-M91 (L.P. Gas) or LATEST EDITION (for General Installation and
Gas Plumbing).
1. The dryer must be installed on a sound level floor capable of supporting its weight. Carpeting must be
removed from the floor area that the dryer is to rest on.
IMPORTANT: “Thedryermustbeinstalledonnoncombustiblefloorsonly.”
2. The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will be exposed to water and/or weather.
3. The dryer is for use in noncombustible locations.