MGD5030MW Top Load Gas Dryer with Extra Power
User Guide
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CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES
MGD5030MW Top Load Gas Dryer with Extra Power
*Not all features, cycles, and options are available on all models. Appearance may vary.
- POWER
Press to turn On/Off or to stop/cancel a cycle. - CYCLE KNOB
Turn knob to select desired cycle.
SENSOR DRYING CYCLES:
Use Sensor Dry for better fabric care and energy savings. The dryer senses moisture in the load or air temperature and shuts off when the load reaches the selected dryness level. Note that you cannot adjust the time with these cycles.
TIMED DRYING CYCLES:
In these cycles, you can specify the drying time. Time options available are 15, 45, 60, and 90 minutes. For a complete list of all cycles, please refer to the cycle guide document. - START/PAUSE
Press and hold the Start/Pause button for 1 second until all status lights are illuminated, then release to start cycle. Press during a cycle to pause. - Status Indicator Lights
Monitors and displays the cycle progress from Sensing to Done. - OPTIONS
Turn the knob of the option needed. Options include Wrinkle Prevent, Extra Power, and Cycle Signal.
TEMPERATURE:
Select the temperature to modify the cycle’s available temperature. (Low, Medium and High). If you want to use no heat, then choose the Air Only Timed cycle, in which case the temperature selection will be ignore.
WRINKLE PREVENT:
If you are unable to remove a load immediately, activate this option to add up to 150 minutes of periodic tumbling to help reduce wrinkles from forming after the cycle completes. Note that you can open the dryer and remove clothes anytime during this phase.
EXTRA POWER:
The Extra Power option can be used with both Sensor and Timed Dry Cycles for harder to dry loads. It provides an additional 10 minutes of cycle time, including additional heat and tumbling (where applicable).
CYCLE SIGNAL:
Use the Cycle Signal to turn the cycle signal tone on or off. Note that you cannot control the volume of the tone.
NOTE: This clothes dryer’s Government energy certifications were based on the 90 minute Dry Cycle, and Maximum Drying Temperature Setting. The as – shipped defaults of Normal, Extra Power Off, Wrinkle Prevent Off, were used.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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| Fire Hazard No washer can completely remove oil. Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on it (including cooking oils). Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be dried on a clothesline or by using an Air Cycle. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire. |
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| Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer. Do not dry anything that has ever had anything flammable on it (even after washing). Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, explosion, or fire. |
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, located in your appliance’s Owner’s Manual, before operating this appliance.
Step 1. Clean lint screen
Step 2. Load clothes
Step 3. Press Power Button
Step 4. Select the desired cycle for your load*
Step 5. Adjust cycle settings and options, if desired
Step 6. Press, hold, and release Start Button
NOTE: Start button must be held for 1 second to start cycle. Once the status lights are illuminated, release the Start button.
*Not all cycles, settings or options are available with all models.
IMPORTANT: Retain this guide for future use.
CHOOSING THE RIGHT CYCLE
A cycle guide for your dryer can be found online at www.maytag.com. The document will help identify which cycle to choose for various load types as well as the default cycle options. For example we recommend using the NORMAL cycle with Medium temperature for cottons, linens and mixed garment loads.
For detailed installation instruction and maintenance information, winter storage, and transportation tips, please see the “Owner’s Manual” included with your machine.
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
For information on any of the following items, a full cycle guide, warranty, detailed product dimensions, or for complete instructions for use and installation, please visit https://www.maytag.com/owners or in Canada https://www.maytag.ca/owners. This may save you the cost of a service call.
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