Maytag Perfoma PYE4500 User manual

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Congratulations on your purchase of a
Maytag Performa" dryer! Your satisfaction is
very important to us.
Read this manual for best results. It contains
instructions to acquaint you with proper operating
instructions and maintenance.
Save time and money. If something should go
wrong, we suggest consulting the "Before You Call"
section, it is des]gned to help you solve basic prob-
lems before consulting a service technician.
If you have questions, write us (include your model
number and phone number) or call:
Maytag Appliances Sales Company
Attn: CAIR ° Center
p.o. Box 2370
Cleveland, TN 37320-2370
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)
Internet: http://www.maytag.com
Table of Contents
Safety Instructions ............... 1-2
Controls at a Glance .............. 3-4
Operating Tips ......
Care and Cleaning...
Dryer Exhaust Tips ..
Before You Call ......
Warranty ...........
Guide de L' Utilisateur
Guia Del Usuario ....
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•Form No./V08/01 Part NO 53-3745 MCS Part No. 31001498

Important Safety Instructions
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2.
Read all instructions before using the dryer. Retain
all instructions for future reference.
Properly install and locate in accordance with the
Installation Instructions.
Install or store dryer where it will NOT be exposed
to the weather.
Connect to a properly rated, protected, and sized
power supply circuit. See Electrical Requirements.
Have a qualified service technician install your
dryer.
The dryer must be properly grounded - see
Installation Instructions.
Should anyone get an electric shock from the dryer,
disconnect electrical power. DO NOT operate until
it has been repaired by a qualified service techni-
cian.
3. To prevent injury to children:
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5.
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9.
10.
Do not allow children to play inside, on, or with the
dryer.
Close supervision of children is necessary when
using the dryer.
When children are mature enough, instruct them in
the safe, correct use of the dryer.
Destroy the carton and plastic bags after unpacking
the dryer.
Remove the door to the drying compartment before
the dryer is removed from service or discarded.
Do NOT tamper with the operating controls.
Do not reach into the dryer if the drum is moving.
If the drum does not stop moving when the door is
opened, disconnect the electrical power to the
dryer. Do not operate the dryer until it has been
repaired by a qualified service technician.
To prevent personal injury and damage to the
dryer, do not repair or replace any part of the dryer
or attempt any servicing. Servicing should be
referred to a qualified service technician.
Keep pets away from dryer, and keep the dryer
door dosed at all times except while loading or
unloading. Pets may enter the dryer unnoticed
when the door is open and become entrapped when
the door is closed.
Lifetime lubrication is done at the factory, so the
dryer never needs to be oiled or greased.
Do NOT use fabric softeners or products to elimi-
nate static (unless recommended for use in clothes
dryers by the manufacturer of the fabric softener or
product).
Do NOT dry fiberglass articles unless recommend-
ed by the manufacturer.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Dry only articles which have been washed in water.
Articles which have been cleaned, washed,
soaked, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning
solvents, oil, waxes, chemical solvents, alcohol,
turpentine, or other flammable or explosive
materials will retain these substances. Do not dry
articles which still contain these flammable or
explosive substances as they give off vapors that
could ignite or explode.
Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam r_tb-
bet, plastics, or similarly textu_d rubberlike
materials.
Keep area around and underneath dryer free from
the accumulation of combustible materials, such
as lint, paper, rags, gasoline, and all other flam-
mable vapors and liquids.
Do not allow the storage of any material to obstruct
the ventilation air openings of the dryer.
To prevent extended drying time and risk of fire,
clean the lint screen after each load.
The interior of the machine and exhaust duct should
be cleaned periodically by a qualified service
technician.
The exhaust system should be periodically exam-
ined for damage to the exhaust duct and for free
operation of the exhaust deflector. Keep the area
around the exhaust opening and surrounding
areas free from the accumulation of lint, dust and
dirt.
Recent studies have shown that if vegetable oil con-
taminated materials are incompletely washed, a
carry-over and buildup of the oil may contribute
to a chemical reaction (spontaneous combustion)
that could cause a load to catch fire by itself. This
would be more likely to happen if the load were
left in the dryer after tumbling stopped or if
items were folded and stacked while warm.
For Gas Dryers
Gas dryers are equipped to operate on natural gas
only. To convert a gas dryer for other gases, the
services of a qualified service technician must be
obtained.
Important Safety
Notice & Warning
The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic
Enforcement Act of 1986 (Proposition 65) requires the
Governor of California to publish a list of substances
known to the State of California to cause cancer or
reproductive harm, and requires businesses to warn
customers of potential exposures to such substances.
Users of this appliance are hereby warned that the
burning of gas can result in low-level exposure to some
of the listed substances, including benzene, formalde-
hyde, and soot, due primarily to the incomplete com-
bustion of natural gas or liquid petroleum (LP) fuels.
Exhaust ducts should be kept free of obstructions and
properly exhausted dryers will minimize exposure.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 2

Controls at a Glance
Step
Select Temperature
In order to select the correct temperature, turn the
temperature control to one of four choices; Regular,
Medium, Low or Air Fluff.
DRYER TEMPS LOAD TYPE
Regular
Medium
Low
Air Fluff
Sturdy cottons or labels
marked "Tumble Dry."
For wrinkle free/permanent
press synthetics, lightweight
cottons labeled "Tumble Dry
Medium."
For heat sensitive items
labeled "Tumble Dry Low" or
"Tumble Dry Medium."
Items which need freshening.
Load tumbles with room
temperature air.
Step
Select Options
Extended Wrinkle Out
Wrinkle Out is provided to minimize wrinkles in the
IntelliDry Wrinkle Free Fabrics cycle. This feature pro-
vides an extra 60 minutes of unheated tumble action at
the end of the cycle. Clothes can be removed any time
during this portion of the cycle. The additional 60 min-
utes of unheated tumbling can be cancelled by turning
the selector knob to OFF.
End of Cycle Signal
When the cycle is complete, asignal will sound several
times. The End of Cycle Signal volume is adjustable. To
adjust the volume, select any setting between Off and
Loud.
Remove load immediately to reduce wrinkling.
MAT_M;
Step
Select Cycle
To select a cycle, rotate the control dial to the desired
setting. When using an IntelliDry cycle, the control dial
should point between "More Dry" and "Less Dry" for
most loads.
Loads of larger or bulkier size may require the "More
Dry" setting to completely dry the load. The "Less
Dry" setting is best suited for lightweight fabrics or for
leaving some moisture in the clothing at the end of the
cycle.
IntelliDry Regular Fabrics
The IntelliDry Regular Fabrics cycle is designed to dry
most cottons and linens. At the end of the cycle, the
load is cooled for approximately 10 minutes to reduce
wrinkling.
IntelliDry Wrinkle Free Fabrics
The InteUiDry Wrinkle Free Fabrics cycle is designed to
dry wrinkle free cottons, synthetic fabrics, double knits
and permanent press fabrics automatically. At the end
of the cycle, the clothes are cooled for approximately 20
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Cydes and options may vary by model.
minutes to reduce wrinkling. If the load is not removed
from the dryer and Extended Wrinkle Out On has been
selected, the cycle wil! advance to WRINKLE OUT
which provides additional unheated tumbling time.
(See Step 2).
Time DrylAir Fluff
This cycle can be used to regulate the drying time. Use
with Air Fluff, Low, Medium or Regular temperature
settings. For timed drying, turn the control dial clock-
wise until the pointer points to the proper time setting
in the Tinae Dry/Air Fluff cycle.
Special Options
Damp Dry is located on the Time Dry/Air Fluff section
of the dial. It is designed to partially dry items and can
be used with any temperature selection. Damp Dry
will provide 20 minutes of tumbling time, followed by
5 minutes of cool-down tumbling.
Wrinkle Release will release wrinkles from items that
are clean and dry but only slightly wrinkled, such as
from acrowded closet or suitcase, or from sittix_ in the
dryer too long after the cycle has ended. Wrinkle
Release provides 10 minutes of tumbling followed by
five minutes of cool-down tumbling and can be used
with any temperature selection.
Step
Push the Control
Dial in to Start
Push the control dial in to start the dryer. The dryer
door must be closed for the dryer to start.
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Operating Tips
Clean the Lint Filter
• After each load.
•To shorten drying time.
•To operate more energy efficiently.
Load the Dryer Properly
• Place only one washload in the dryer at a time.
•Mixed loads of heavy and lightweight clothes will
dry differently. Lightweight clothes will dry, while
heavy clothes may be damp.
• Add one or more similar items to the dryer when
only one or two articles need drying. This improves
the tumbling action and drying efficiency.
• Overloading restricts tumbling action, resulting in
uneven drying as well as excessive wrinkling of
some fabrics.
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Care & Cleaning
Control Panel
Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive sub-
stances.
Tumbler
Remove any stains (such as crayon, ink pen or fabric
dye) with soap and water. Then tumble clean old tow-
els or rags to remove any excess stain.
Cabinet
Wipe off any marks with soap and water. Use an appli-
ance wax once a year if desired.
Dryer Exhaust System
Inspect and clean once a year to maintain optimum per-
formance. The outside exhaust hood should be cleaned
more frequently to ensure proper operation. (Refer to
the Installation Instructions for more information.)
Replacing the Drum Light
1) Unplug or disconnect the dryer from the power
supply.
2) Lift top of dryer by inserting a putty knife under top,
4" in from each side.
3) Rotate bulb holder to vertical position before remov-
ing bulb.
4) Push bulb down and rotate counterclockwise to
remove.
5)
6)
7)
Replace with a 25 watt, 115/125 volt twist lock utili-
ty light Part No. 53-0570 or equivalent. Place bulb in
socket, push down and rotate clockwise.
Rotate bulb holder to horizontal position.
Place top of dryer back in original position. Make
sure metal tabs hold top in place.
8) Reconnect dryer to power supply.
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Dryer Exhaust Tips
Do
Read the installation instructions
and the user's guide.
Do
Let your
dryer
exhaust the
air easily. -- -----
Do
Use 4 inch diameter
rigid metal duct.
Never use lint-trapping screws.
Do
Keep duct runs
as straight as
possible.
mm
__ m
Do
Clean all old ducts
before installing your new
dryer. Be sure vent flap
opens and closes freely.
Don't
Let a poor exhaust system cause
slow drying.
Don't
Restrict your dryer with
a poor exhaust system.
Don't
Use plastic,
thin foil or
non-metal
flexible duct.
Don't
Use longer
than necessary
duct runs with
many elbows.
Don't Q
Allow
crushed or
clogged ducts
and vent.
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Before You Call
Check the following if your clothes dryer..•
Doesn't Run
•Be sure the door is shut.
•Is the electTical cord plugged in?
• Has a fuse blown or the circuit breaker t_ipped?
•Push the Control dial in again ff the door was opened during the cycle.
Doesn't Heat
• Has a fuse blowa or the ch_it b_eake_ tfipp_?
• Select a heat setting, not ai_ tlu_.
•Check that the gas supply Is on for gas dryers.
Doesn't Dry Properly
* Check all of the above, plus...
• Check the exhaust hood outside the house, does it open and close freely?
- Clean the lint filter and exhaust duct.
* Use rigid 4" metal exhaust duct
.Do not overload. 1 wash load =I dryer load.
. Sort heavy items from lightweight items.
- Check the washer to be sure it is draining properly to extract water from the load
•Clothes load is too small to tumble properly Add a few towels.
Is Noisy
•Check the load for objects such as coins, nails, etc_ Remove promptly frem dryer.
* The dryer should be level and installed on a solid floor.
Control Knob Advances Slowly
• This is normal operation for an IntelliDry cycle, especially at the beginning of cycle. Once the load begins to d_
the control knob will start to advance The rate of advancement will be slow at the beginning of the cycle becau_
there is more moisture in the load. As the load becomes more dry, the control knob will advance more quickly.
Forfarther assistance contact Ma_.g Appliances Sales Company, Maytag Customer Assistance:
U.S. 1-800-688-9900 or Canada 1-800.888-2002
ILS. customers using TrY for deaf, heoring impained or speech impaired, call 1-800-688-2080.
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Performa by Maytag
Clothes Dryer Warranty
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
Any part which fails in normal home use du_ing the first year after the date of original fetal! pttrchase will be
repaired or _placed free of charge.
This fixll warranty applies when the appliance Lqlocated in the United States or Canada. Appliances located
elsewhere are warranted as follows: For one year after the date of original retail purchase any part which fails
in normal home use will be _lgred or provided free o_charge [or the part itself with the owr_erpaying all other
costs, including labor, mileage, and transportation.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state,
TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE
To locate an authorized service company in your area contact the Maytag dealer from whom your appliance was purchased,
or call Maytag Appliances Sales Company, Maytag Customer Assistance Should you not receive sahsfactory warranty serv-
ice, please call or write:
Maytag Appliances Sales Company
Attn: CAIR _Center
EO. Box 2370
Cleveland, TN 37320-2370
U.S. 1-800-688-9900 Canada 1-800-688-2002
U.S. Customers using TTY for deaf, hearing impaired or speech impaired, call 1-800-688-2080.
When contacting Maytag Appliances Sales Company, Maytag Customer Assistance about a servace problem, please mdude the
following
(a) Your name, address and telephone number;
(b) Model number and serial number (found on the front panel of the door opening) of your apphance;
(c) Name and address of your dealer and the date the appliance was purchased;
(d) A "cleardescription of the problem you are having.
(e) Proof of purchase
What is not covered by these warranties:
1. Condihons and damages resulting from any of the
following.
a. Improper installation, delivery, or maintenance.
b. Any repair, mochhcation, alteration or adjustment
not authorized by the manufacturer or an authorized
servicer
c. Misuse, abuse, accidents, or ura:easonable use.
d. Incorrect electric current, voltage or supply.
e Improper setting of any control
2 Warranties are void ff the original serial numbers have
been removed, altered, or cannot be readily determined.
3 Light bulbs.
4Products purchased for commeroaI or industrial use.
5. The cost of service or service call to:
a. Correct installahon errors
b Instruct the user on proper use of the product.
c. Transport the appliance to the servicer.
6. Consequential or incidental damages sustained by any
person as a result of any breach of these warranties.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or hrattation of con-
sequential or incidental damages, so the above exclusion
may not apply.
User's Grades, servme manuals and parts catalogs are avadable from Maytag Apphances Sales Company, Maytag Customer Assistance
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