Maytag W10201177B manual Cleaning the Dryer Interior, Removing Accumulated Lint, Water Inlet Hoses

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As needed cleaning

Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can build up on the lint screen. This buildup can cause longer drying times for your clothes, or cause the dryer to stop before your load is completely dry. The screen is probably clogged if lint falls off while the screen is in the dryer.

Clean the lint screen with a nylon brush every 6 months, or more frequently, if it becomes clogged due to a residue buildup.

To wash

1.Roll lint off screen with your fingers.

2.Wet both sides of lint screen with hot water.

3.Wet a nylon brush with hot water and liquid detergent. Scrub lint screen with the brush to remove residue buildup.

4.Rinse screen with hot water.

5.Thoroughly dry lint screen with a clean towel. Replace screen in dryer.

Cleaning the Dryer Interior

1.Apply a liquid, nonflammable household cleaner to the stained area of the drum and rub with a soft cloth until stain is removed.

2.Wipe drum thoroughly with a damp cloth.

3.Tumble a load of clean cloths or towels to dry the drum.

NOTE: Garments that contain unstable dyes, such as denim blue jeans or brightly colored cotton items, may discolor the dryer interior. These stains are not harmful to your dryer and will not stain future loads of clothes. Dry unstable dye items inside out to avoid transfer of dye.

Removing Accumulated Lint

From Inside the Dryer Cabinet

Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending on dryer usage. Cleaning should be done by a qualified person.

From the Exhaust Vent

Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending on dryer usage.

Water Inlet Hoses

Replace inlet hoses and hose screen after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of hose failure. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found.

When replacing your inlet hoses, record the date of replacement.

Vacation, Storage, and Moving Care

Install and store your dryer where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in the hoses, freezing can damage your dryer. If storing or moving your dryer during freezing weather, winterize it.

Non-Use or Vacation Care

Operate your dryer only when you are at home. If you will be on vacation or not using your dryer for an extended period of time, you should:

1.Unplug dryer or disconnect power.

2.Close shutoff valve in gas supply line

3.Clean lint screen. See “Cleaning the Lint Screen.”

4.Turn off the water supply to the dryer. This helps to avoid unintended flooding (due to a water pressure surge) while you are away.

To winterize dryer

1.Unplug dryer or disconnect power.

2.Shut off water faucet.

3.Disconnect water inlet hose from faucet and drain.

4.Close shutoff valve in gas supply line.

To use dryer again

1.Flush water pipes. Reconnect water inlet hose to faucet. Turn on water faucet.

2.Plug in dryer or reconnect power.

3.Open shutoff valve in gas supply line.

Moving care

For power supply cord-connected dryers:

1.Unplug the power supply cord.

2.Shut off water faucet.

3.Disconnect the water inlet hose from faucet, then drain the hose. Transport hose separately.

4.Close shutoff valve in gas supply line.

5.Disconnect gas supply line pipe and remove fittings attached to dryer pipe.

6.Cap the open fuel supply line.

7.Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.

8.Use masking tape to secure dryer door.

Reinstalling the dryer

Follow the “Installation Instructions” to locate, level, and connect the dryer.

Changing the Drum Light

The dryer light automatically turns on inside the dryer drum when you open the door.

To change the drum light

1.Unplug dryer or disconnect power.

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Contents Guide D’UTILISATION ET D’ENTRETIEN W10201177BTable of Contents Table DES MatièresDryer Safety Your safety and the safety of others are very importantPage Installation Instructions Tools and PartsLocation Requirements Installation Clearances Mobile home Additional installation requirementsMobile home installations require Dryer DimensionsElectrical Requirements Gas Supply RequirementsGas Type Gas Supply LineVenting Requirements Gas supply connection requirementsBurner Input Requirements Dryer Gas PipeIf using an existing vent system If this is a new vent system Vent materialOptional exhaust installations Plan Vent SystemInstall Vent System Install Leveling LegsVent system chart Special provisions for mobile home installationsMake Gas Connection Connect VentFor mobile home use Connect Inlet Hose Level DryerRemove the door assembly Reverse Door SwingReverse the strike Reinstall the door Complete Installation If the dryer will not start, check the followingDryer USE Starting Your DryerStopping, Pausing, or Restarting Drying and Cycle TipsTo stop or pause your dryer at any time To restart the dryerStatus Lights CyclesSensor Preset Cycle Settings Steam Preset Cycle SettingsTimed Preset Cycle Settings DelicateModifiers OptionsEnd Signal Changing Cycles, Modifiers, and OptionsDrying Rack Option Cleaning the Dryer Location Cleaning the Lint ScreenEvery load cleaning Dryer CareCleaning the Dryer Interior Removing Accumulated LintWater Inlet Hoses Vacation, Storage, and Moving CareTroubleshooting Dryer OperationDryer Results Are fabric softener sheets blocking the grille?Is the exhaust vent the correct length? Is the dryer located in a closet?Cycle time too short Lint on loadStains on load or drum Loads are wrinkledAssistance or Service AccessoriesU.S.A CanadaMaytag Major Appliance Warranty This limited warranty does not coverSécurité DE LA Sécheuse Votre sécurité et celle des autres est très importantePage Importantes Instructions DE Sécurité Instructions D’INSTALLATION Exigences d’emplacementOutillage et pièces Dimensions de la sécheuse Linstallation dans une maison mobile exigeDégagements de séparation à respecter Spécifications électriques Alimentation en gazType de gaz Gaz naturelCanalisation d’arrivée de gaz Exigences concernant le raccordement au gazCaractéristiques d’alimentation du brûleur Canalisation d’arrivée de gaz de la sécheuseExigences concernant lévacuation En cas dutilisation du système dévacuation existantInstallations dévacuation facultatives ÉvacuationDéterminer litinéraire dacheminement du conduit Installation du système d’évacuation Installation des pieds de nivellementRaccordement au gaz Pour utilisation dans une maison mobileRaccordement du conduit d’évacuation Raccordement des tuyaux dalimentationRéglage de laplomb de la sécheuse Inversion du sens douverture de la porteDépose de la porte Réinstallation de la porte Inversion de la gâcheFermer la porte vérifier l’engagement de la gâche Achever linstallation Si la sécheuse ne démarre pas, vérifier ce qui suitUtilisation DE LA Sécheuse Mise en marche de la sécheuseUtilisation dun programme de détection Fonctionnement du système de séchage Sensi-CareUtilisation dun programme minuté Utilisation d’un programme vapeurArrêt, pause ou remise en marche Conseils pour le séchage et les programmesTémoins lumineux Programmes Modificateurs Signal de fin de programme Changement des programmes, modificateurs Et options Option de grille de séchageChangement des programmes après avoir appuyé sur Start Modification des préréglages de degré de séchageNettoyage de lemplacement de la sécheuse Entretien DE LA SécheuseNettoyage du filtre à charpie Jouets rembourrés ou oreillersNettoyage de l’intérieur de la sécheuse Retrait de la charpie accumuléeTuyaux darrivée deau Dépannage Changement de l’ampoule d’éclairage Du tambourFonctionnement de la sécheuse Résultats de la sécheuse La sécheuse affiche un message codéTemps de programme trop court Charpie sur la chargeTaches sur la charge ou sur le tambour Charges avec faux plisAssistance OU Service AccessoiresAu Canada Si vous avez besoin de pièces de rechangeGarantie DES Gros Appareils Ménagers Maytag La présente garantie limitée ne couvre pasW10201177B