Maytag Neptune MDE7500 User manual

[ABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Instructions ................................................. I-2
Dryer Exhaust Tips ................................................... 3
Operating Tips ............................................................ 4
Control Panel ............................................................... 5
Using the Controls .............................................. 6-18
Using Help ............................................................ 15-18
Pop Up Windows ...................................................... 18
Special LaundryTips ............................................... 19
Care &Cleaning ...................................................... 20
Before You Call ........................................................ 2 I
Drying Accessories ................................................. 22
Warranty ................................................................... 23
Guide de utilisation et d'entretien ...................... 24
Guia de Uso y Cuidado ......................................... 48
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Welcome
Welcome and congratulations on your
purchase of a Maytag Neptune _>dryer!
Your complete satisfaction is very impor-
tant to us. For best results, we suggest
reading this material to help acquaint you
with proper operating and maintenance
procedures.
Should you need assistance in the future,
it is helpful to:
I)Have complete model and serial
number identification of your dryer.
This is located on a data plate in the
lower center of the door opening.
Date of Purchase
Model Number
Serial Number
2) IMPORTANT: Keep this guide and
the sales receipt in asafe place for
future reference. Proof of original
purchase date is needed for war-
ranty service.
If you have questions, write us (include
your model, serial number and phone
number) or call:
Haytag ServicessM
1-800-688-9900 USA
1-800-688-2002 CANADA
1-800-688-2080 USA TTY
(for deaf, hearing impaired or speech
impaired)
(Mon.-Fri., 8am-Spm Eastern Time)
http://www.m aytag, co m
For service and warranty informa-
tion, see page 23.
NOTE: In our continuing effort to
improve the quality of our appliances, it
may be necessary to make changes to
the appliance without revising this
guide.
iMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
read before operating your dryer
What you need to know about safety instructions
Warning and important SafetyInstructions appearing inthis manual are not meant
to cover all possible conditionsand situationsthat may occur.Common sense,cau-
tion,and caremust be exercised when installing,maintaining or operatingappliance.
Always contact your manufacturer about problems or conditions you do not
understand.
WARNING -Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in severe
personal injury or death.
CAUTION - Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in minor
personal injury.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liq-
uids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
WHATTO DO IFYOU SHELL GAS
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch.
• Do not use any phone in your building.
• Clear the room, building or area of all occupants.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone.
Follow the gas supplier's instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gassupplier, call the fire department.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, ser-
vice agency or the gas supplier.
Read all instructions before using the appliance.

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To avoid the possibility of fire or explosion:
• Do not dry items that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-
cleaning solvents, other flammable or explosive substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode.
Any material on which you have used a cleaning solvent, or which is saturated with flammable liquids or solids,
should not be placed in the dryer, until all traces of these flammable
liquids or solids and their fumes have been removed. There are many highly flammable items used in homes,
such as: acetone, denatured alcohol, gasoline, kerosene, some liquid household cleaners, some spot removers,
turpentine, waxes and wax removers.
• Items containing foam rubber (may be labeled latex foam) or similarly textured rubber-like materials must not
be dried on a heat setting. Foam rubber materials when heated, can under certain circumstances produce fire
by spontaneous combustion.
Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance. Close supervision of children is necessary when the appli-
ance is used near children.
Before the appliance is removed from service or discarded, remove the door to the drying compartment.
Do not reach into the appliance if the drum is moving.
Do not install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the weather.
Do not tamper with controls.
Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in
published user-repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out.
Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended for dryer use by the manufac-
turer of the fabric softener or product.
Clean the lint screen before or after each load.
Keep the area around the exhaust opening and surrounding areas free from lint accumulation, dust and dirt.
The interior of the dryer and exhaust duct should be cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel.
This appliance must be properly grounded. Never plug the appliance cord into a receptacle which is not grounded
adequately and in accordance with local and national codes. See installation instructions for grounding this appliance.
Do not sit on top of the clothes dryer.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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RYER EXHAUST TIPS
DO DON'T
Read the installation instructions
and the user guide.
Do
Let your dryer exhaust the
air easily.
DON'T
Restrictyour dryer with
poor exhaustsystem.
Do
DON'T
Use plastic,thinfoil,or non-metalflex-
ibleduct.
Do
Keep duct runs as straight as possible.
F I _
fill_
DON'T
Use longerthan necessaryduct
runs with many elbows.
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Do
Clean all old ducts
before installing your new dryer. Be sure
vent flap opens and closes freely. Inspect
and clean the exhaust system annually.
DON'T
Allow crushed or clogged ducts
and vent.
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PERATING TIPS
CLEAN THE LINT FILTER
After each load.
To shorten drying time.
To operate more energy efficiently.
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.
When drying large, bulky items such as a blanket or comforter, it may
be necessary to reposition the load during the cycle to ensure even
drying.
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After loading the dryer.
To control static cling.
Before the load becomes warm. This helps prevent greasy-looldng
softener stains.
And remove any used softener sheets from the dryer to prevent
greasy-looldng softener stains.
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ONTROL PANEL
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: SING THE CONTROLS
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If there are no words on the touchscreen, open the door, touch any pad (except off), or touch the screen to "wake" the controls.
Sensor Dry - automatically senses the moisture in the load and shuts the dryer offwhen the selected dryness level (very dry to damp
dry) is reached.This cycle is recommended for the majority of loads including delJcates, wrinkle free and cotton/sturdy items like towels,
bedding and jeans.
Step
Select "Sensor Dry". The next screen will be the Review
Screen. If the selections are correct, press Start/Pause. If
changesneed to be made, follow the next steps.
Step
Select dryness level. The dryness level ranges
from very dry to damp dry. Select the level
appropriate for the load. The "Normal Dry"
level will be used for most loads.
very dry - used to completely dry sturdy or bulky items
including towels and jeans.
more dry - uses slightly less time to dry than very dry with
similar results. Hay find some blue jean seams slightly damp.
normal - used for drying the majority of loads.
less dry - still provides the benefit of the load being slightly
damp_but items wi[[ dry faster once they are [aid fiat or hung
to dry.
damp dry - designed to partially dry items. Used for items
that lay flat or hang to dry.
regular - for sturdy cottons or those labeled "Tumble Dry."
medium -for permanent press, synthetics, lightweight cot-
tons or items labeled "Tumble Dry Nedium."
delicate - for heat sensitive items labeled "Tumble Dry
Low" or "Tumble DryWarm."
extra low -Provides the lowest heated dry temperature pos-
sible."Extra LowTemperature" is lower than "Delicate."
Step
Select appropriate temperature; "Regular",
Medium ,Delicate or "Extra Low". 6

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Step
Review Screen -The Review Screen lists the selected
settings. At this point you may press Start/Pause to
begin drying the load or select "Options" for further
customization of the drying cycle.
Step
Review Screen -The review screen will appear
once again to verify your selections. If they are
correct, press Start/Pause. If they are incorrect,
press the area you would like to change.
Step
Options Screen -The option choices on the left
turn the options on or off. The option choices on
the right show an additional screen with multiple
choices. The following options may be added to cus-
tomize your Sensor Dry cycle:
•"Wrinlde Prevent" - Intermittent tumble in
room temperature air for up to two hours fol-
lowing the dry cycle.
• "Damp Dry Chime" - Chimes when load is
damp.
• "Remind Chime" - Chimes at the end of the
cycle every 5 minutes for up to two hours.
• "End of Cycle Chime" - Chimes once when the
selected dryness level is reached.
When the desired selections are made, touch
"Continue" to see the review screen once again.
Step
Select "Time Dry" from the Home screen. The control defaults to
45 minutes.
Step
Press the up and down arrows to set the appro-
priate number of minutes to dry the load. The time
will increase or decrease in one minute increments.
Press "Continue" when done.
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Step
Select the temperature. Choose the appropriate
temperature for drying the load. See page 6 for a
detailed description of these temperatures.
Step
Review Screen -The Review Screen lists the selected settings. At
this point you may press Start/Pause to begin drying the load or
select "Options" for further customization of the drying cycle.
Step
Options Screen -The option choices on the left
turn the options on or off. The option choices on the
right show an additional screen with multiple choices.
The following options may be added to customize
yourTime Dry Cycle:
•"Wrinkle Prevent"
• "Damp Dry Chime"
• "Remind Chime"
• "End of Cycle Chime"
See page 7 for a detailed description of these options.
When the desired selections are made, touch
"Continue" to see the review screen once again.
Step
Review Screen -The review screen will appear once again
to verify your selections. If they are correct, press
Start/Pause. If they are incorrect, press the area you would
like to change.
FAVORITES AT A GLANCE
Favorites allows you to create, name and save up to 24 commonly used drying cycles.
"Blue jeans" and "towels" favorite cycles have been programmed for you. To change these cycles for your prefer-
ences, see Edit a Favorite on page I0.
Step
Touch the Favorites pad on the control panel or the
"Favorite Cycles" area on the Home screen.
Step
Touch "Create A Favorite".

: SING THE CONTROLS CONT.
Step
Select the appropriate settings
for the favorite you would like to
create.
Step
Press "Continue" to name your
favorite cycle.
Step
Review Screen - This screen
reviews your cycle choices, and allows
you to choose Options to further cus-
tomize your cycle. Press "Options"
if desired, or press "Continue".
Step
Name A Favorite Cycle -Touch the
corresponding letter and space combina-
tion to spell out your favorite cycle name,
up to 12 characters. Use the arrow at the
top of the screen to backspace. Press
"Save" to save your new cycle. "Clear"
will erase the name you typed in. "Space"
will leave aspace between characters.
Step
Options Screen -The option choices on the left
turn the options on or off. The option choices on
the right show an addidonal screen with multiple
choices. The following options may be added to
customize your Favorite Cycle:
•"Wrinl(le Prevent"
• "Damp Dry Chime"
• "Remind Chime"
• "End of Cycle Chime"
See page 7 for a detailed description of these
options. When the desired selections are
made, touch "Continue" to see the review
screen once again.
Step
Your new Favorite Cycle will now be
displayed on the Favorites page.
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EDIT A FAVORITE
Thisfunctionallowsyou to changepartofafavoritecycleyou alreadyhave named. You can changethe currentname ofa favorite,
changecertainsettingsofa currentfavoritecycleor move a favoriteto thefirstpage.
CHANGING THE NAME OF AFAVORITECYCLE
Step
Either touch the Favorites pad on the
control panel or the "Favorite
Cycles" area on the Home screen.
Step
Touch "Edit A Favorite".
Step
Touch the favorite cycle name you
would like to change.
Step
Touch "Continue". Step
Type in the new name and press
"Save". Use the arrow at the top
of the screen to backspace.
touching "Clear" will erase the
name.
CHANGING SETTINGS OF ACURRENT FAVORITE
Step
Press the desired favorite cycle name
to start the cycle, or press the Home
pad to return to the Home screen.
Step
Either touch the Favorites pad on the control panel or the "Favorite
Cycles" area on the Home screen.
Step
Touch "Edit A Favorite".
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Step
Touch the favorite cycle you
would like to edit.
Step
I"lal<e the needed changes to the cycle by
touching the appropriate setting. Once you have
made the adjustments, touch "Continue".
MoveAFAVOR'TELE"
Step
If the current favorite cycle name
still applies, just touch "Save". If
you prefer a new name, type in the
new name and press "Save".
Step
Either touch the Favorites pad on the control panel or the "Favorite
Cycles" area on the Home screen.
Step
Touch "Edit A Favorite".
Step
Touch the area entitled "Move Favorite to First Page".
Using the arrow at the top, scroll through the pages until you
get to the favorite you would like to move to the first page.
Touch that favorite cycle.
Step
The favorite cycle you selected to move will now be in the
upper lee position of the touchscreen. The other favorite cycles
moved back one position with the sixth favorite cycle moving to
the next page of favorites.
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DELETING A FAVORITE
Step
Touch the Favorites pad on the con-
trol panel or the "Favorite Cycles"
area on the Home screen.
Step
Touch "Delete A Favorite".
Next touch the favorite cycle you
want to delete. If the favorite cycle
you want to delete is on another
page, touch the arrow in the corner
until you see the favorite cycle you
want to delete.
Step
A pop-up window will appear to verify
that you want to delete a cycle. If you are
sure you want to delete a cycle, pressYes.
Once the favorite cycle is deleted, the
other favorites will move up one position.
The favorite cycle you wanted to delete
will no longer appear in your favorites list.
MORE CYCLES
More Cycles offers the abilit7 to choose Wrinkle Release, Freshen Up, and Dryel cycles.
Wrinkle Release - will release wrinkles from items that are clean and dry but slightly wrinkled, such as from a crowded closet or suit-
case or from sitting in the dryer too long after the end of the cycle. It provides I 0 minutes of heated tumbling and 8 minutes of cool
down tumbling without heat.
Step Step Step
Touch "More Cycles" on the Select "Wrinkle Release".
Home screen.
Review Screen -The default settings forWrinkle Release
are 18 minutes of tumble using regular temperature heated
air. You may press Start/Pause to begin Wrinkle Release
or select any of the areas on the touchscreen to further
customize theWrinkle Release cycle.
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: SING THE CONTROLS CONT.
Touch the up or down arrow to
set the time to tumble. The
time will increase or decrease
by one minute increments.
Press "Continue" when done.
Touch the appropriate tempera-
ture for the load. Options Screen -The following options may be added
to customize yourWrinkle Release Cycle:
•"Wrinl(le Prevent"
• "End of Cycle Chime"
• "Remind Chime"
See page 7 for a detailed description of these options.
When the desired selections are made, touch
"Continue" to see the review screen once again.
Freshen Up -the Freshen Up cycle is designed to activate a fabric softener sheet. There is 5 minutes of heated tumble followed by
I0 minutes of tumble in unheated air.
Step
Touch "More Cycles" on the
Home screen.
Step
Add a fabric softener sheet to the
load. Select "Freshen Up".
Step
Review Screen -The default settings for Freshen Up are
15 minutes of tumble using extra low temperature heated
air. You may press Start/Pause to begin Freshen Up or
select any of the areas on the touchscreen to further cus-
tomize the Freshen Up cycle.
Touch the up or down arrow to set
the time to tumble. The time will
increase or decrease by one minute
increments. Press "Continue"
when done.
Touch the appropriate tempera-
ture for the load.
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Touch the appropriate options then press "Continue".

Dryel ®-Dryel ®is ahome dry cleaning kit. Your dryer offers aDryel ®cycle to maximize the benefit of the kit.
Step
Touch "More Cycles" on the
Home screen.
Step
Select "Dryel ®''.
Step
Review Screen -The default settings for Dryel ®are 30 minutes
of tumble using regular temperature heated air. You may press
Start/Pause to begin the Dryel ®cycle or select any of the areas
on the touchscreen to further customize the Dryel ®cycle.
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Touch the up or down arrow to set the time to
tumble. The time will increase or decrease by
one minute increments. Press "Continue"
when done.
Touch the appropriate tempera-
ture for the load. Touch the appropriate options
then press "Continue".
For Best Performance:
• Refer to the Dryel ® instructions for proper use.
•Items in the bag must tumble. Place no more than 3to 4
items in the bag at one time.
• Do not mix colors or fabrics when using Dryel ®.
•Immediately at the end of the cycle, remove garments
from the Dryel ® bag. Hang the garments while still warm
and slightly damp to minimize wrinkles.
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_i SING THE CONTROLS CONT.
USING HELP
The Help feature offers a variety of detailed information including before you call, laundry hints, dryer operating tips, lock out fea-
ture and select preferences.
Step
Touch the Help touchpad.
Step
Select "BeforeYou Call".
Step
Here you will see headings for common trouble-shooting
topics. Touch one of the displayed areas to see specific
information. For more detailed information, see "Before
You Call" section, pg. 17, or call 1-800-688-9900 USAor
1-800-688-2002 Canada for further assistance.
Step
If you would like to see the other topics, just press the Bacl(
touchpad button to get back to the main topics.
Step
Touch the Help touchpad.
Step
Select "Laundry Hints".
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Step
The Laundry Hints screen displays the available topics. Touch the headings to see specific information for each topic and
sub-topic. For more information, see "Special LaundryTips" section, pg. 19,or call 1-800-688-9900 USA or 1-800-688-2002
Canada for further assistance.
Step
If you would like to see the other topics, just press the Back
touchpad button to get back to the main topics.
0 PERATiNGTi PS
Step
Touch the Help touchpad.
Step
Select "Operating Tips".
Step
"Operating Tips" provides information
on maximizing the touchscreen controls
and use of your dryer. Touch the headings
to see specific information for each topic.
Step
If you would like to see the other topics,
press the Back touchpad button to get
back to the main topics.
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: SING THE CONTROLS CONT.
LOCK OUT FEATURE
Step
Touch the Help touchpad.
Step
Select "Lock Out Feature".
Step
The "Lock Out Feature" deactivates the
touchscreen and touchpads. Press and hold the
"To Activate Lock Out Press Here" for three sec-
onds. Use this feature for cleaning the control
panel or to prevent unwanted use of the dryer.
Step
If you would like to see the other topics,
just press the Back touchpad button to
get back to the main topics.
Step
Touch the Help touchpad.
Step
SeHect _'ge[ect Preferences".
Step
"Select Preferences" allows you to select the volume of the
touchscreen beeps, set the intensity of the screen display, acti-
vate Auto Start and changethe display languagefrom Englishto
French or Spanish.Touch the headingsto changethe settings.
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AUTO START
Touch _Loud', _Mediurn', _Soft" or
_Off" to set the voHume [eve[ of the touch-
screenbeeps.Touch _Condnue" to accept
the seHectedvoHume setting.
When 'Auto Start On" is chosen, the dryer
will automatically start when the cycle is
selected.
Depending on the lighting in your home and other
factors, you may want to adiust the intensity of your
touchscreen. Touch the arrows to lighten or darken
the display. Touch "Continue" when finished.
You have the ability to change the language between
English,French and Spanish. You will always see the
next screen in the selected language to make sure
you want to change the language.
Step
If you would like to see the other topics, just press the
Back touchpad button to get back to the main topics.
PoP-UP WINDOWS
To better understand what is occurring with your Maytag Neptune Dryer, pop-up windows may appear. These windows inform
you of what is happening and what actions may need to be taken. After you have read the message, touch "ok" and the pop-up
window will disappear.
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PEClAL 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.
•Follow the care label instructions or dry using the Sensor Dry cycle and Regular
temperature.
Bedspreads &Comforters • Be sure the item is thoroughly dry before using or storing.
• Hay require repositioning to ensure even drying.
Blankets • Use Sensor Dry and dry only one blanket at a time for best tumbling action.
• Be sure the item is thoroughly dry before using or storing.
• Use Sensor Dry cycle and the extra low temperature setting to help minimize
Curtains &Draperies wrinlding.
• Dry these in small loads for best results and remove as soon as possible.
Cloth Diapers • Use Sensor Dry and the Regular temperature setting for soft, fluffy diapers.
Down-filled Items • Use Sensor Dry and the Extra Low temperature setting.
• Place a clean pair of sneakers in the dryer with the item to fluff the down
(jackets, sleeping bags, com-
forters, etc.) comforters, etc. Adding a couple of dry towels shortens dry time and
absorbs moisture.
• DO NOT dry on a heat setting. Use Air Fluff option (no heat).
Foam Rubber • WARNING - Drying a rubber item with heat may damage it or be a fire
(rug backs, stuffed toys, shoulder hazard.
pads, etc.)
• Use Sensor Dry.
Pillows • Add a couple of dry towels and a pair of clean sneakers to help the tum-
bling action and to fluff the item.
• DO NOT dryer-dry kapok or foam pillows.
Plastics • Use Air Fluff or Time Dry and the Extra Low temperature setting depending on
(shower curtains, outdoor the care label instructions.
furniture covers, etc.)
Fiberglass Items (curtains, draperies, etc.)
Woolens, unless recommended on the label.
Vegetable or cooking oil soaked items. (See pg. 2)
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