Maytag MEDX5SPAW0 User guide

Brand: Maytag

Model: MEDX5SPAW0

Category: Electric laundry dryers

Type: User guide

ELECTRONIC DRYER

USE AND CARE GUIDE

SECADORA ELECTRONICA

MANUAL DE USO Y CUIDADO

Table of Contents

DRYER SAFETY ............................................................... 2

CHECK YOU R VENT SYSTEM

FOR GOOD AIR FI_OW .................................................. 4

CONTROL PANEL & FEATURES ...................................... 5

CYCLE GUIDE ................................................................. 5

USING YOUR DRYER ..................................................... 7

DRYER CARE ................................................................... 8

TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................. 10

WARRANTY .................................................................. 12

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ............................... Back Cover

SEGURIDAD DE LA SECADORA ................................... 13

REVISE QUE EL SISTEMA DE VENTILACION

TENGA UN BUEN FLUJO DE AIRE ............................... 15

PANEL DE CONTROL Y CARACTERISTICAS ................. 16

GUiA DE CICLOS ......................................................... 17

USO DE SU SECADORA ............................................... 18

CUIDADO DE LA SECADORA ...................................... 19

SOLUCION DE PROBLEMAS ........................................ 21

GARANTIA ................................................................... 23

AYUDA O SERVICIO TIECNICO ......... CONTRAPORTADA

W10485877A

DRYER SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important,

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety

messages.

This is the safety alert symbol.

This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING."

These words mean:

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately

follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow

instructions.

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can

happen if the instructions are not followed.

WARNING - "Risk of Fire"

- Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualified installer.

- Install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer's instructions and local codes,

- Do not install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic venting materials or flexible metal

(foil type) duct. If flexible metal duct is installed, it must be of a specific type identified

by the appliance manufacturer as suitable for use with clothes dryers. Flexible venting

materials are known to collapse, be easily crushed, and trap lint, These conditions will

obstruct clothes dryer airflow and increase the risk of fire,

- To reduce the risk of severe injury or death, follow all installation instructions,

- Save these instructions,

I iMPORTANT: When discarding or storing your old clothes dryer, remove the door.

iMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING=" To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the dryer, follow basic precautions,

including the following:

[] Read all instructions before using the dryer.

[] Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer.

Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to

a chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire.

[] Do not dry articles that have been previously cleaned in,

washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-

cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive

substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or

explode.

[] Do not allow children to play on or in the dryer. Close

supervision of children is necessary when the dryer is

used near children.

[] Before the dryer is removed from service or discarded,

remove the door to the drying compartment.

[] Do not reach into the dryer if the drum is moving.

[] Do not install or store the dryer where it will be exposed

to the weather.

[] Do not tamper with controls.

[] Do not repair or replace any part of the dryer or attempt

any servicing unless specifically recommended in this

Use and Care Guide or 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 by the manufacturer of the fabric

softener or product.

[] Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or

similarly textured rubber-like materials.

[] Clean lint screen before or after each load.

[] Keep area around the exhaust opening and adjacent

surrounding areas free from the accumulation of lint, dust,

and dirt.

[] The interior of the dryer and exhaust vent should be

cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel.

[] See "Electrical Requirements" located in the installation

instructions for grounding instructions.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize I

the risk of fire or explosion, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death, j

- Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this

or any other appliance.

- WHAT TO DO iF YOU SMELL GAS:

o 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.

o immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's

instructions.

• if you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.

- installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or

the gas supplier.

WARNING: Gas leaks cannot always be detected by smell.

Gas suppliers recommend that you use a gas detector approved by UL or CSA.

For more information, contact your gas supplier.

If a gas leak is detected, follow the "What to do if you smell gas" instructions.

State of California Proposition 65 Warnings:

WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer.

WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other

reproductive harm.

CHECK YOURVENT SYSTEM FOR GOOD AiR FLOW

Maintain good air flow by:

[] Cleaning your lint screen before each load.

[] Replace plastic or foil vent material with 4" (102 mm)

diameter heavy, rigid vent material

Fire Hazard

Use a heavy metal vent.

Do not use a plastic vent.

Do not use a metal foil vent,

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death

or fire,

Good air flow

Along with heat, dryers require good air flow to efficiently

dry laundry. Proper venting will reduce your drying times and

improve your energy savings. See installation instructions.

The venting system attached to the dryer plays a big role in

good air flow.

Service calls caused by improper venting are not covered by

the warranty and will be paid by the customer, regardless of

who installed the dryer.

[]

Use the shortest length of vent possible.

Use no more than four 90 ° elbows in a vent system;

each bend and curve reduces air flow.

Bet

[]

Remove lint and debris from the exhaust hood.

Remove lint from the entire length of the vent system at

least every 2 years. When cleaning is complete, be sure to

follow the Installation Instructions supplied with your dryer

Use Auto Ciclos (Auto Cycles) for better fabric care and energy savings

Use the Auto Cic[os (Auto Cycles) to provide the most energy savings and enhanced fabric care from the dryer. During Auto Cic[os

(Auto Cycles), drying air temperature and moisture [eve[ are sensed in the load. This sensing occurs throughout the drying cycle and

the dryer shuts off when the load reaches the selected dryness.

With Cic[os Manua[es, the dryer runs the amount of time set and sometimes results in shrinkage, wrinkling, and static due to

over-drying. Use Cic[os Manua[es (Timed Cycles) for the occasional damp load that needs a little more drying time or when using

the drying rack.

CONTROL PANEL & FEATURES

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Not all features and options are available on all models.

Appearance may vary.

BOTON DE ENCENDIDO/APAGADO/CANCELAR

(Power/Off/Cancel Button)

Pressto turn the dryer on and off, or to cancel a cycle.

DRYER CYCLE KNOB

Use your dryer cycleknob to select available cycles on your

dryer. Turn the knob to select a cycle for your laundry load.

See "Cycle Guide" for detailed descriptions of cycles.

BOTON DE INICIO/PAUSA (Start/Pause Button)

Press to start a cycle, or press once while a cycle is in

process to pause it.

O AIUSTE DE ClCLO (Cycle Modifiers)

SIGNALS

Alarma (Signal)

The A[arma (Signal) produces an audible sound when the

drying cycle is finished. Promptly removing clothes at the

end of the cycle reduces wrinkling.

Press ALARMA (Signal) to select, "Si" (Yes) will light up.

NOTE: When the Protecck3n anti arrugas (Wrinkle Prevent)

setting is selected and the A[arma (Signal) is on, the tone will

sound every 20 minutes until the clothes are removed, or the

Protecck3n anti arrugas (Wrinkle Prevent) setting ends.

O CYCLE STATUS LIGHTS

I.ights indicate the progress of the drying cycles.

Temperatura (Temperature)

Select a drying temperature based on the fabrics in your load.

If you are unsure of the temperature to select for a load, select

the lower setting rather than the higher setting.

NOTE: The S_3[oaire (Air Dry) feature is not available on

the Auto Cic[os (Auto Cycles).

INTELLIDRY TM

Senses moisture in the load or air temperature and shuts off

when the load reaches the selected dryness [eve[. Gives the

best drying in the shortest time. Drying varies based on fabric

type, load size, and dryness setting.

Protecci6n anti arrugas (Wrinkle Prevent)

When you are unable to remove a load of clothes from the

dryer as soon as it stops, wrinkles can form. The Protecci6n

anti arrugas (Wrinkle Prevent) feature periodically tumbles,

rearranges, and fluffs the load to help keep wrinkles

from forming.

[] Get up to 60 or 150 minutes for models with two

choices, 90 minutes for models with only one choice

of heat-free, periodic tumbling at the end of a cycle.

Press the PROTECCION ANTI ARRUGAS (Wrinkle

Prevent) button at any time before the cycle has ended,

"Si" (Yes) will light up.

CYCLE GUIDE- AUTO CiCLOS (AUTO CYCLES)

Not a[[ cycles and settings are available on a[[ models. Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that cycle.

AUTO ClCLOS (Auto Cycle) - Senses moisture in the load or air temperature and shuts off when the load reaches the selected dryness

[eve[. Gives the best drying in the shortest time. Drying time varies based on fabric type, load size, and dryness setting.

Depending on model, temperature may be selected on cycle knob or be a separate control.

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Jeans, heavy work

clothes, towels

Work clothes,

medium weight

fabrics, sheets

Casual, shirts,

pants, lightweight

items

Pesado

(Heavy)

Normal

Control de arrugas

(Wrinkle Control)

N/A

Temperatura (Temperature)

Protecci6n anti arrugas (Wrinkle Prevent)

Temperatura (Temperature)

Protecci6n anti arrugas (Wrinkle Prevent)

Tempermat'ura (Temperature)

Protecci6n anti arrugas (Wrinkle Prevent)

Gives the best drying in the shortest time.

Drying time varies based on fabric type,

load size, and dryness setting.

Select a drying temperature based on the

fabrics in your load. If you are unsure of

the temperature to select for a load, select

the lower setting rather than the higher

setting.

CYCLE GUIDE- C[CLOS MANUALES (TIMED CYCLES)

Not a[[ cycles and settings are available on a[[ models. Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that cycle.

CICLO MANUAL (Timed Cycle) -Wi[[ run the dryer for the specified time on the control Depending on model, temperature may

be selected on cycle knob or be a separate control.

Any load

Rubber, plastic, heat

sensitive fabrics

Cidos

manuales

(Timed cycles)

Ciclos

manuales

(Timed cycles)

Any

S61o aire

(Air only)

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Protecci6n anti arrugas

(Wrinkle Prevent)

-[emperatura

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Protecci6n anti arrugas

(Wrinkle Prevent)

Dries items to a damp level for items that do not

require an entire drying cycle.

Select a drying temperature based on the fabrics in

your load. If you are unsure of the temperature to

select for a load, select the lower setting rather than

the higher setting.

Use a $61o aire (Air only) setting for foam, rubber,

plastic, or heat-sensitive fabrics.

the Drying Temperature

If your dryer has multiple heat settings:

An Alta (High) heat setting may be used for drying heavyweight

items such as towels and work clothes.

A (Baja) Low to Media (Medium) heat setting may be used for

drying medium-weight items such as sheets, blouses, dresses,

underwear, permanent press fabrics, and some knits.

Use a S6lo aim (Air only) setting for foam, rubber, plastic,

or heat-sensitive fabrics.

Line dry bonded or laminated fabrics.

NOTE: [f you have questions about drying temperatures

for various loads, refer to the care label directions.

USING YOUR DRYER

Explosion Hazard

Keep flammabJe 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.

1. Clean the lint screen

Clean the lint screen before each load. Pull the lint screen straight

up. Ro[[ lint off the screen with your fingers. Do not rinse or wash

screen to remove [int. Push the lint screen firmly back into place.

For additional cleaning information, see "Dryer Care".

2. Load the dryer

Place laundry in the dryer. Close the door. Do not overload the

dryer; clothes should be able to tumble freely.

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.

:3. Press ENCENDIDO (Power)

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Pressthe ENCENDIDO (Power) button to turn on the dryer.

_. Select the desired cycle

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Select the desired cycle for your load. See the "Cycle Guide"

or the display for more information about each cycle.

, Setting modifiers

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The default cycle settings will be shown. For some cycles, you

may select alternate settings by pressing the button for that

setting. Time adjusts for Cic[os Manua[es (Manual Cycles) only.

NOTE: Not all modifiers are available with all cycles.

6, Press INIClO/PAUSA (Start/Pause)

to begin cycle

pausa

Press the INICIO/PAUSA (Start/Pause) button to begin the cycle.

7oRemove garments promptly

after cycle is finished

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anti arrugas

Promptly remove garments after cycle has completed to reduce

wrinkling. Use the Protecci6n anti arrugas (Wrinkle Prevent)

feature to avoid wrinkling when you are unable to remove a load

from the dryer as soon as it stops.

DRYER CAR[

Explosion Hazard

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as

gasoline, away from dryer.

Place dryer at least 18 inches (460 ram) above the floor

for a garage installation.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

FCieaning the dryer interior

To clean dryer drum

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 loose 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 these items inside out

to avoid drum staining.

("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 servicer.

From the Exhaust Vent

Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending

on dryer usage.

Cleaning the lint screen

Every load cleaning

The lint screen is located in the door opening of the dryer.

A screen blocked by lint can increase drying time.

To clean:

1. Pull the lint screen straight up. Roll lint off the screen with

your fingers. Do not rinse or wash screen to remove lint.

2. Push the lint screen firmly back into place.

IMPORTANT."

[] Do not run the dryer with the lint screen loose, damaged,

blocked, or missing. Doing so can cause overheating and

damage to both the dryer and fabrics.

[] If lint falls off the screen into the dryer during removal,

check the exhaust hood and remove the lint. See

"Venting Requirements."

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,

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buildup.

To wash:

1. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers.

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

3. Wet a nylon brush with hot water an(] 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. Reinstall

screen in dryer.

, 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 weathec

winterize it.

Non-Use or Storage Care

Operate your dryer only when you are at home. [f 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. Clean lint screen. See "Cleaning the Lint Screen."

Moving Care

For power supply cord-connected dryers:

1. Unplug the power supply cord.

2. Steam models only: Shut off water faucet.

3. Steam models only: Disconnect the water inlet hose from

faucet, then drain the hose. Remove the hose from the back

of the dryer. Transport hose separately.

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

5. Use tape to secure dryer door.

Electrical Shock Hazard

Disconnect power before servicing,

Replaceall parts and panels before operating.

Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock,

For direct-wired dryers:

1. Turn off power at fuse or breaker box.

2. Disconnect wiring.

3. Steam models only: Shut off water faucet.

4. Steam models only: Disconnect the water inlet hose from

faucet, then drain the hose. Transport hose separately.

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

6. Use tape to secure dryer door.

Reinstalling the Dryer

Follow the Installation Instructions to locate, [eve[, and

connect the dryer.

lhe Aulo Cic[o (Aulo Cycle) Setlings Io Increase Drying Time

If all your loads on all Auto Cic[os (Auto Cycles) are consistently not as dry as you would like, you may change the default settings

to increase the default dryness [eve[.

Your Auto Cic[o (Auto Cycle) drying settings can be adjusted to adapt to different installations, environmental conditions, or personal

preference. This change is retained and will affect all of your Auto Cic[os (Auto cycles), not just the current cycle/load. There are

3 drying settings, which are displayed using the "Status" lights (Moiado [Wet], HL]medo [Damp], Enfriamiento [Coo[ Down])

1 Factory preset dryness level.

2 Slightly drier clothes, 15% more drying time.

3 Much drier clothes, 30% more drying time.

To change the drying settings:

NOTE: The settings cannot be changed while the dryer is running or paused. The dryer must be in standby mode

(the Encendido [Power] button is off) to adjust the default settings.

1. Before starting a cycle, press and hold the TEMPERATU RA (Temperature) button for 6 seconds.

2. Press the TEMPERATURA (Temperature) button to select the dryness [eve[ shown in the LED display:

Mojado (Wet) light on = [eve[ 1, Mojado (Wet) and HL]medo (Damp) lights on = [eve[ 2, and Moiado (Wet), Humedo (Damp),

and Enfriamiento (Coo[ Down) lights on = [eve[ 3.

3. Press INICIO/PAUSA (Start/Pause) to save the new dryness [eve[ setting.

TROUBLESHOOTING

First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

to possibly avoid the cost of a service ca[[.., http:!!www.maytag.com!he[p

if you experience Possible Causes Solution

Clothes are not drying Lint screen dogged with [int. Lint screen should be cleaned before each load.

satisfactorily, drying

times are too long, or The $6[o aire (Air only) cycle Select the right cycle for the types of garments being dried. See "Cycle

load is too hot has been selected. Guide".

Load too large and heavy Separate the load to tumble freely.

to dry quickly.

Exhaust vent or outside exhaust Run the dryer for 5-30 minutes. Hold your hand under the outside

hood is dogged with lint, exhaust hood to check air movement. If you do not fee[ air movement,

restricting air movement, dean exhaust system of lint or replace exhaust vent with heavy metal

or flexible metal vent. See the Installation Instructions.

Fabric softener sheets blocking Use only one fabric softener sheet, and use it only once.

the grille.

Exhaust vent is not the Check that the exhaust vent is not too long or has too many turns. Long

correct length venting will increase drying times. See the Installation Instructions.

Exhaust vent diameter is not Use 4" (102 mm) diameter vent material

the correct size.

Dryer located in a room with Proper operation of dryer cycles requires temperatures above 45°F (7°C).

temperature below 45°F (7°C).

Dryer located in a closet. Closet doors must have ventilation openings at the top and bottom of the

door. The front of the dryer requires a minimum of 1" (25 mm) of airspace,

and, for most installations, the rear of the dryer requires 5" (127 mm). See

the Installation Instructions.

Dryer will not run Door not dosed completely. Make sure the dryer door is dosed completely.

Inicio/Pausa (Start/Pause) button Press and HOLD the INIC[O/PAUSA (Start/Pause) button until you hear

not pressed firmly or long enough, the dryer drum moving.

Household fuse is blown Electric dryers use 2 household fuses or circuit breakers. The drum may

or circuit breaker has tripped, be turning, but you may not have heat. Replace the fuse or reset the

circuit breaker. If the problem continues, ca[[ an electrician.

Incorrect power supply. Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. Check with a qualified

electrician.

Wrong type of fuse. Make sure you have right fuse.

TROUBLESHOOTING conto

First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

to possibly avoid the cost of a service ca[[.., http:!!www.maytag.com!he[p

if you experience Possible Causes Solution

Unusual sounds Dryer have a period of non-use, if the dryer hasn't been used for awhile, there may be a thumping sound

during the first few minutes of operation.

A coin, button, or paper dip is Check the front and rear edges of the drum for small objects. Clean out

caught between the drum and pockets before laundering.

front or rear of the dryer.

it is a gas dryer. The gas valve clicking is a normal operating sound.

The four legs are not installed, The dryer may vibrate if not properly installed. See the installation

or the dryer is not level front Instructions.

to back and side to side.

Clothing knotted or balled up. When balled up, the load will bounce, causing the dryer to vibrate.

Separate the load items and restart the dryer.

No heat Household fuse is blown or The drum may be turning, but you may not have heat. Electric dryers

circuit breaker has tripped, use 2 household fuses or circuit breakers. Replace both fuses or reset

the circuit breaker, if the problem continues, call an electrician.

Supply line valve not open. For gas dryers, is the valve open on the supply line.

Incorrect power supply. Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. Check with a qualified

electrician.

Cycle time too short The load may not be contacting the sensor strips. Level the dryer.

Auto Cic[o (Auto Cycle)

ending early.

Use Ciclos Manuales (Timed Cycles) for very small loads. Change

the settings on Auto Cic[os (Auto Cycles). Increasing or decreasing the

dryness [eve[ wi[[ change the amount of drying time in a cycle. If loads

are consistently ending too early, see "Changing the Auto Cic[o (Auto

Cycle) Settings to Increase Drying Time".

Lint on load Lint screen clogged. Lint screen should be cleaned before each load.

Stains on load or drum Dryer fabric softener Add dryer fabric softener sheets at the beginning of the cycle. Fabric

not properly used. softener sheets added to a partially dried load can stain your garments.

Drum stains are caused by dyes in clothing (usually blue jeans). These

wi[[ not transfer to other clothing.

Loads are wrinkled Load not removed from dryer Select Protecci6n anti arrugas (Wrinkle Prevent) feature to tumble the

at the end of the cycle, load without heat to avoid wrinkling.

Dryer overloaded. Dry smaller loads that can tumble freely.

Odors Recent painting, staining, or If so, ventilate the area. When the odors or fumes are gone from the

varnishing in the area where area, rewash and dry the clothing.

your dryer is located.

Electric dryer being used The new electric heating element may have an odor. The odor wi[[ be

for the first time. gone after the first cycle.

Load is too hot Laundry items were removed Allow the Enfriamiento (Coo[ Down) segment to finish before removing

from the dryer before the end laundry from dryer. A[[ cycles are cooled slowly to reduced wrinkling

of the cycle, and make it easier to handle, items removed before Enfriamiento (Coo[

Down) may fee[ very warm.

An Alto (High) temperature Select a lower temperature, and use an automatic drying cycle. These

cycle was used, or a separate cycles sense the temperature or the moisture [eve[ in the load and shut

temperature control was set on off when the load reaches the selected dryness. This reduces overdrying.

Alto (High).

MAYTAG®LAUNDRYWARRANTY

LIMITED WARRANTY

For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is installed, operated, and maintained according to instructions

attached to or furnished with the product, Maytag brand of Whirlpool Corporation or Whirlpool Canada LP (hereafter "Maytag') will

pay for factory specified replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship that existed when this

major appliance was purchased.

YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR AS PROVIDED HEREIN. Service

must be provided by a Maytag designated service company. This limited warranty is valid only in the United States or Canada and

applies only when the major appliance is used in the country in which it was purchased. This limited warranty is effective from the

date of original consumer purchase. Proof of original purchase date is required to obtain service under this limited warranty.

ITEMS EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY

This limited warranty does not cover:

1. Replacement parts or repair labor if this major appliance is used for other than normal, single-family household use or when

it is used in a manner that is inconsistent to published user or operator instructions and/or installation instructions.

2. Service calls to correct the installation of your major appliance, to instruct you on how to use your major appliance, to replace

or repair house fuses, or to correct house wiring or plumbing.

3. Service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters, or water filters. Consumable parts are excluded from warranty

coverage.

4. Damage resulting from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, fire, flood, acts of God, improper installation, installation not in

accordance with electrical or plumbing codes, or use of products not approved by Maytag.

5. Cosmetic damage, including scratches, dents, chips or other damage to the finish of your major appliance, unless such damage

results from defects in materials or workmanship and is reported to Maytag within 30 days from the date of purchase.

6. Pick up and delivery. This major appliance is intended to be repaired in your home.

7. Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the appliance.

8. Expenses for travel and transportation for product service if your major appliance is located in a remote area where service by

an authorized Maytag servicer is not available.

9. The removal and reinstallation of your major appliance if it is installed in an inaccessible location or is not installed in accordance

with Maytag published installation instructions.

10. Replacement parts or repair labor on major appliances with original model/serial numbers that have been removed, altered,

or cannot be easily determined.

The cost of repair or replacement under these excluded circumstances shall be borne by the customer.

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IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A

PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW. Some states and provinces do not

allow limitations on the duration of implied warranties of merchantability or fitness, so this limitation may not apply to you. This

warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights that vary from state to state or province to province.

DISCLAIMER OF REPRESENTATIONS OUTSIDE OF WARRANTY

Maytag makes no representations about the quality, durability, or need for service or repair of this major appliance other than the

representations contained in this Warranty. If you want a longer or more comprehensive warranty than the limited warranty that

comes with this major appliance, you should ask Maytag or your retailer about buying an extended warranty.

LIMITATION OF REMEDIES; EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES

YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR AS PROVIDED HEREIN. MAYTAG

SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states and provinces do not allow the exclusion or

limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so these limitations and exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives

you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights that vary from state to state or province to province.

If outside the 50 United States and Canada, contact your authorized Maytag dealer to determine if another warranty applies.

If you think you need repair service, first see the "Troubleshooting" section of the Use & Care Guide. If you are unable to resolve

the problem after checking "Troubleshooting," additional help can be found by checking the "Assistance or Service" section or by

calling Maytag. In the U.S.A., call 1-800-688-9900. In Canada, call 1-800-807-6777. 10/11

Keep this book and your sales slip together for future

reference. You must provide proof of purchase or installation

date for in-warranty service.

Write down the following information about your major

appliance to better help you obtain assistance or service if

you ever need it. You will need to know your complete model

number and serial number. You can find this information on

the model and serial number label located on the product.

Dealer name

Address

Phone number

Model number

Serial number

Purchase date

SEGUR[DAD DE LA SECADORA

Su seguridad y la seguridad de los demos es muy importante.

Hemos incluido muchos mensajes importantes de seguridad en este manual yen su electrodom6stico. Lea y obedezca siempre

todos los mensajes de seguridad.

Este es el simbolo de advertencia de seguridad.

Este sfmbolo le llama la atenci6n sobre peligros potenciales que pueden ocasionar la muerte o una lesi6n a

usted y a los demas.

Todos los mensajes de seguridad ir#.n a continuacion del sfmbolo de advertencia de seguridad y de la palabra

"PELIGRO" o "ADVERTENClA". Estas palabras significan:

Si no sigue las instruceiones de inmediato, usted puede

merit o sufrir una lesi6n grave.

Si no sigue las instrucciones, usted puede merit o sufrir

una lesi6n grave.

Todos los mensajes de seguridad le dirb,n el peligro potencial, le diran c6mo reducir las posibilidades de sufrir una lesion y Io que

puede suceder si no se siguen las instrucciones.

ADVERTSNC|A - ,,Rio,godoi°co.dio,,

La instalaci6n de la secadora de ropa debe estar a cargo de un instalador competente.

Instale la secadora de ropa seg_n las instrucciones del fabricante y los c6digos locales.

No instale una secadora de ropa con materiales de ventilaci6n de pl_stico flexible o un

conducto de metal flexible (de hoja de metal). Si se usa un conducto de metal flexible,

4ste deber_ set de un tipe especifico, que est4 identificado per el fabricante de

electrodom4sticos come apto para set usado con secadoras de ropa. Es sabido que

los materiales de ventilaci6n flexible se derrumban, se aplastan con facilidad y atrapan

pelusa, Estas eondiciones obstruiran el flujo de aire de la seeadora de ropa y

aumentar_n el riesgo de incendio.

Para reducir el riesgo de lesiones severas o la muerte, siga todas las instrucciones

de instalaci6n.

- Guarde estas instrucciones.

o guarde su vieja secadora, quftele la puerta. I

IMPORTANTE: Cuando descarte

Advertencias de la Proposici6n 65 del estado de California:

ADVERTENClA: Este producto contiene una o m&s sustancias quimicas identificadas per el estado de California come

causantes de c&ncer.

ADVERTENCIA: Este producto contiene una o m&s sustancias quimicas identificadas per el estado de California come

causantes de defectos congenitos o algQn otro tipo de dafios en la funci6n reproductora.

INSTRUCCIONES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURIDAD

ADVERTENOIA: A fin de reducir el riesgo de incendio, descarga el6ctrica o de daSo alas personas que usen

la secadora, deben seguirse las precauciones basicas, incluidas las siguientes:

[] Lea todas las instrucciones antes de usar la secadora.

[] No coloque los objetos expuestos a aceite para cocinar

en su secadora. Los objetos expuestos a aceites para

cocinar pueden contribuir a una reacci6n quimica que

podrfa causar que una carga se inflame.

[] No seque articulos que ya se hayan limpiado, lavado,

remojado o manchado con gasolina, disolventes de

limpieza en seco, u otras sustancias infiamables o

explosivas ya que despiden vapores que pueden

encenderse o causar una explosi6n.

[] No permita que jueguen los nifios sobre o dentro de la

secadora. Es necesaria la cuidadosa vigilancia de los

niSos toda vez que se use la secadora cerca de ellos.

[] Quite la puerta de la secadora al compartimiento de secado

antes de ponerla fuera de funcionamiento o de descartada.

[] No introduzca las manos en la secadora cuando el tambor

estA en movimiento.

[] No instale o almacene esta secadora donde estara

expuesta a agua o a la intemperie.

[] No trate de forzar los controles.

[] No repare o reemplace ninguna pieza de la secadora ni

trate de repararla a menos que esto se recomiende

espec[ficamente en este Manual de uso y cuidado o en

instrucciones de reparaci6n publicadas para el usuario

que usted comprenda y s61osi cuenta con la experiencia

necesaria para Ilevar a cabo dicha reparaci6n.

[] No utilice suavizantes de telas o productos para eliminar

el estAtico de prendas a menos que Io recomiende el

fabricante del suavizante de telas o las instrucciones del

producto en uso.

[] No utilice calor para secar prendas que contengan espuma

de caucho o materiales de caucho con textura similar.

[] Limpie el filtro de pelusa antes o depues de cada carga

de ropa.

[] Mantenga el Area alrededor de la apertura de ventilaci6n

y las Areas adyacentes a esta apertura sin pelusa, polvo

o tierra.

[] La parte interior de la secadora y el ducto de escape se

deben limpiar peri6dicamente. Esta limpieza la debe Ilevar

a cabo un reparador calificado.

[] Para obtener informaci6n respecto alas instrucciones de

conexi6n a tierra, consulte "Requisites el6ctricos" en las

instrucciones de instalaci6n.

GUARDE ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES

ADVERTENCIA: Para su seguridad, la inforrnaci6n en este manual debe set observada

para rninimizar el riesgo de incendio o explosi6n, o para prevenir dahos a propiedades,

heridas o la rnuerte.

- No alrnacene o use gasolina u otros liquidos y vapores inflarnables cerca de _ste u otto

aparato electrodorn_stico.

- PASOS QUE USTED DEBE SEGUIR SI HUELE A GAS:

• No trate de encender ning_n aparato electrodom_stico.

® No toque ning_n interruptor el_ctrico; no use ning_n tel_fono en su edificio.

= Desaloje a todos los ocupantes del cuarto, edificio o _rea.

® Uarne inmediatamente a su proveedor de gas desde el tel_fono de un vecino.

Siga las instrucciones de su proveedor de gas.

= Si usted no puede cornunicarse con su proveedor de gas, flame al departarnento

de bornberos.

- La instalaci6n y el servicio deben set efectuados pot un instalador calificado, una

agencia de servicio o per el proveedor de gas.

ADVERTENCIA: Las p6rdidas de gas no siempre se pueden detectar por el olfato.

Los proveedores de gas recomiendan que usted use un detector de gas aprobado pot UL (Laboratorio de normalizaci6n) o

CSA (Asociaci6n canadiense de seguridad).

Para obtener mAs informacion, pongase en contacto con su proveedor de gas.

Si se detecta una fuga de gas, siga las instrucciones de "Pasos que usted debe seguir si huele a gas".

REVISEQUE ELS[STEMA DEVENTILAC[ON TENGA UN BUEN FLUJO DE A[RE

Peligrode Incendio

Use un ducto de escape de metal pesado.

No use un ducto de escape de pl_stico.

No use un ducto de escape de aluminio.

No seguir estas instrucciones puede ocasionar

|a rnuerte o incendio.

Buen flujo de aire

AdemSs de[ ca[or, [as secadoras tambi6n necesitan un

buen flujo de aire para secar [as prendas eficazmente.

La venti[aci6n adecuada reducir5 [a duraci6n de[ secado

y mejorar5 su ahorro de energi'a. Consu[te [as [nstrucciones

de insta[aci6n.

E[ sistema de venti[aci6n sujeto a [a secadora juega un pape[

muy [mportante para e[ flujo de aire adecuado.

Las visitas de servic[o debidas a [a venti[aci6n inadecuada

no estSn cubiertas pot [a garanti'a y correrSn pot cuenta de[

c[iente, sin importar qui6n haya insta[ado [a secadora.

Mantenga un buen flujo de aire

haciendo 1o siguiente:

[]

Limpiar el filtro de pelusa antes de cada carga.

Reemplazar el material del ducto de pl4stico u hoja de

metal con uno de metal pesado rm'gidode 4" (102 mm) de

di4metro.

[]

Use un ducto con la Iongitud m_s corta posible.

No utilice m_s de 4 codos de 90 ° en un sistema de

ventilaci6n; cada _ngulo y curva reduce el flujo

de aire.

" M "

[]

Quite la pelusa y los desechos de la capota de ventilaci6n.

Quite la pelusa de toda la Iongitud del sistema de

ventilaci6n al menos cada 2 afros. Cuando haya terminado

la limpieza, revise por _ltima vez el producto asegur4ndose

de seguir las Instrucciones de instalaci6n que acompafan

a su secadora.

[] Retire los arti'culos que est6n frente a la secadora.

Utilice los Auto Ciclos para un mejor cuidado de las telas y ahorro de energ[a

Utilice los Auto Ciclos para obtener el mayor ahorro de energi'a y un mejor cuidado de las telas con la secadora. Durante

los Auto Cic[os, se detectan [a temperatura de[ aire de secado y e[ nive[ de humedad en [a carga. Esta detecci6n se rea[iza

durante todo e[ cic[o de secado y [a secadora se apaga cuando [a carga a[canza e[ nive[ de sequedad se[eccionado.

Con e[ Cic[os Manua[es, [a secadora funciona durante e[ tiempo se[eccionado y a[gunas veces puede dar [ugar a encogimiento,

arrugas y est4tica a causa de[ exceso de secado. Uti[ice e[ Cic[os Manua[es ocasiona[mente, para [as cargas h_medas que necesiten

un poco m4s de tiempo de secado o cuando uti[ice e[ estante de secado.

PANEL DE CONTROL Y CARACTERiSTICAS

intellidry

Secado 0ptmo

0 alia

0 media

0 baja

0 solo aire Osi Osi

No todas las caracterfsticas y opciones est;in disponibles en todos los modelos.

I.a apariencia puede variar.

BOTON DE ENCENDIDO/APAGADO/CANCELAR

Presione para encender y apagar la secadora.

PERILLA DE ClCLOS DE LA SECADORA

Utilice la perilla de ciclos de la secadora para seleccionar

entre los cic[os disponib[es en su secadora. Gire [a peri[[a para

se[eccionar un cic[o para su carga. Consu[te "Gufa de cic[os"

para ver descripciones deta[[adas de los cic[os.

BOTON DE INIClO/PAUSA

Presione para iniciar un cic[o, o presione una vez mientras

un cic[o est5 funcionando para hacer una pausa en e[ mismo.

AIUSTE DE clCLO

Temperatura

Se[eccione una temperatura de secado segOn [as re[as de

su carga. Si tiene duda respecto a [a temperatura que debe

se[eccionar para una carga de ropa, e[ija e[ ajuste mSs bajo

en vez de[ ajuste m;is alto.

NOTA: La caracteffstica de temperatura de $6[o aire

no est5 disponib[e para los Auto Cic[os.

SEI'_ALES

Alarma

I.a Alarma emite un sonido audible una vez que el cic[o

de secado ha terminado. E[ quitar [a ropa con prontitud

a[ final de[ cic[o reduce [a formaci6n de arrugas.

Presione [a AI_ARMA hasta se[eccionar e[ vo[umen deseado,

"Si" se encenderS.

NOTA: Cuando se selecciona el ajuste de ProtecciOn anti

arrugas y la Alarma est,1encendida, se escuchar,_ el tono

cada 20 minutos hasta que sesaque [a ropa o hasta que

e[ perfodo de Protecci6n anti arrugas se haya terminado.

LUCES DE ESTADO DEL ClCLO

I.as luces indican el progreso de los ciclos de secado.

INTELLIDRY TM

Detecta la humedad en la carga o la temperatura del aire

y se apaga cuando [a carga a[canza e[ nive[ de sequedad

se[eccionado. I_eproporciona e[ mejor secado en e[ tiempo

mSs corto. E[ secado varfa seguin e[ tipo de te[a, e[ tamafio

de [a carga y e[ ajuste de sequedad.

ProtecciOn anti arrugas

Si no es posib[e retirar la carga de [a secadora tan pronto

como 6sta se detenga, se pueden format arrugas. I_a

caracterfstica de ProtecciOn anti arrugas periOdicamente

da vue[tas, acomoda y esponja [a ropa para ayudar a evitar

que se formen arrugas.

[] Obtenga hasta 60 6 150 minutos para los mode[os

con dos opciones, 90 minutos para los mode[os

con sGIouna opci6n de rotaci6n peri6dica sin calor

al final de un ciclo. Presione el bot6n de PROTECCION

ANTI ARRUGAS en cualquier momento antes de que

termine el ciclo, "Si" seencenderS.

GU[A DE CICLOS- AUTO CICLOS

No todos los cic[os y ajustes est_n disponib[es en todos los mode[os. Los ajustes y [as opciones que se muestran en negrita son los ajustes

por defecto para ese cic[o.

AUTO C[CLO - Detecta [a humedad en [a carga o [a temperatura de[ aire y se apaga cuando [a carga a[canza el nive[ de sequedad

se[eccionado. Le proporciona el mejor secado en el fiempo mds corto. El fiempo de[ secado vari'a segLin el fipo de te[a, el tamaffo

de [a carga y el ajuste de sequedad.

Dependiendo de[ mode[o, [a temperatura puede se[eccionarse con [a peri[[a de cic[os o ser un control por separado.

Pantalones de mezclilla,

ropa de trabajo pesada,

toallas

Pesado

Ropa informal, camisas,

pantalones, art_culos

livianos

N/A

Temperatura

Protecci6n anti arrugas

Ropa de trabajo, telas de Normal N/A Temperatura

peso mediano, s_banas Protecci6n anti arrugas

Control N/A Temperatura

de arrugas Protecci6n anti arrugas

I.e proporciona el mejor secado en el

tiempo m4s corto. El tiempo de secado

var[a segt]n el tipo de tela, el tamafio

de ]a carga y el ajuste de sequedad.

Seleccione una temperatura de secado

segOn ]as telas de su carga. Si tiene

duda respecto a la temperatura que debe

seleccionar para una carga de ropa, elija

el ajuste m_s bajo en vez del ajuste

m_s alto.

GU[A DE CICLOS- CICLOS MANUALES

No todos los ciclos y ajustes est4n disponibles en todos los modelos. Los ajustes y las opciones que se muestran en negrita son los ajustes

por defecto para ese ciclo.

CICLO MANUAL - Har_ funcionar la secadora durante el tiempo especificado en el control. Dependiendo del modelo,

la temperatura puede seleccionarse con la perilla de ciclos o ser un control por separado.

_r[lcuios para ucm: i _emperdwrd Availame Lycle oetaus:

secar: ' de secado: Opfionsi

Cualquier carga Ciclos Cualquiera [emperatura Seca losartfculos hasta dejarlos semisecos para los

manuales Protecci6n anti arrugas art[culos que no necesitan un cicio completo de

secado.

Se]eccione una temperatura de secado seg0n

[as re]as de su carga. Si tiene duda respecto a

ia temperatura que debe se]eccionar para una carga

de ropa, elija el ajuste m_s bajo en vez de[ ajuste

m_s alto.

Goma, pl_stico, telas cidos s6lo aire -[emperatura Use un ajuste S6lo aire para artfculos de espuma,

sensibies a] calor manuaies Protecci6n anti arrugas goma, pl_stico o telas sensibies a] calor.

C6mo fijar [a temperatura de secado

Si su secadora tiene m0itiples ajustes de calor:

Se puede usar un ajuste de temperatura aJto para secar arti'culos

pesados tales como toaJJas y ropa de trabajo.

Se puede usar un ajuste de temperatura Baja a Media para

secar arti'cuJos de peso mediano tales como s_ibanas, blusas,

vestidos, ropa interior, teJas de planchado permanente

y algunos tejidos de punto.

Use un ajuste $61o aire para arti'culos de espuma, goma,

p[_stico o telas sens[bles al calor.

Seque en el tendedero las telas [aminadas o tratadas.

NOTA: Si tiene dudas respecto a la temperatura que debe

seleccionar para distintas cargas de ropa, consulte las

instrucciones de cuidado de las etiquetas.

USO DE SU SECADORA

Peligro de Explosibn

Mantenga los materiales y vapores inflamables, tales

como la gasolina, alejados de la secadora.

No seque ning_n articulo que haya tenido alguna vez

cualquier substancia inflamable (a_n despu6s de

lavarlo).

No seguir estas instrucciones puede ocasionar

la muerte, explosi6n o incendio.

Peligro de Incendio

Ninguna lavadora puede eliminar completamente

e| aceite.

No seque ning_n articulo que haya tenido alguna vez

cualquier tipo de aceite (incluyendo los aceites de

cocina).

Los art_culos que contengan espuma, hule o pl6stico

deben secarse en un tendedero o usando un

Ciclo de Aire.

No seguir estas instrucciones puede ocasionar

la muerte o un incendio.

1. Limpie el filtro de pelusa

Limpie el filtro de pelusa antes de cada carga. Jale el filtro de

pe[usa directamente hacia arriba. Quite [a pe[usa enro[[_ndo[a

con los dedos. No enjuague ni [ave el fi[tro para quitar [a pe[usa.

Empuje el fi[tro de pe[usa firmemente hasta que quede en

su [ugar.

Para obtener m_s informaci6n sobre [a [impieza, vea "Cuidado

de [a secadora'.

2. Cargue la secadora

f3. Presione ENCENDIDO

encendido/

apagado

cancelar

Presione el bot6n de ENCENDiDO para encender [a secadora.

_. Seleccione e[ cic[o deseado

normal

pesado control de arrugas

auto cidos

cidos

manua[es

40 30

Seleccione el ciclo deseado para su carga. Consulte "Gufa de

cic[os" o [a panta[[a para obtener m4s informaci6n de cada cic[o.

Ponga [a ropa en [asecadora. Cierre [a puerta. No sobrecargue

[a secadora; [as prendas deben poder girar [ibremente.

. C6mo fiiar los modificadores

O aita

O media

O baja

O s61oaire O si O si

ajustedeciclo

Los ajustes por defecto de[ cic[o se mostrar_n. Para a[gunos

cic[os, podr_ e[egir distintos ajustes presionando e[ bot6n para

dicho ajuste. La duraci6n se puede ajustar s6[o para los Cic[os

Manua[es.

NOTA: No todos los modificadores est_n disponib[es con todos

los cic[os.

_. Presione INiCIO/PAUSA para iniciar

e[ ciclo

inicio

Presione el bot6n de [NICIO/PAUSA para comenzar el ciclo.

7. Saque [as prendas en cuanto

termine e[ cic[o

h_medo seco

mojado enfriamiento protecci6n

anti arrugas

Saque [as prendas en cuanto se haya completado e[ cic[o para

reducir [as arrugas. Use [a caracteri'stica de Prevenci6n de arrugas

para evitar que se formen arrugas cuando no pueda sacar [a

carga de [a secadora en cuanto se detiene.

CUiDADO DE LA SECADORA

de[ lugar donde est,_ la secadora

Peligro de Explosi6n

Mantenga los materiales y vapores inflamables, como

la gasolina, lejos de la secaciora.

Coloque [a secadora a un m_nimo de 460 mm sobre

empiso para la instalaci6n en un garaje.

No seguir estas instrucciones puede ocasionar

la rnuerte, explosi6n o incendio.

__Limpieza de[ interior de la secadora

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_rea rnanchada de[ tambor y frote con un patio suave hasta

que desaparezca [a mancha.

2. Limpie e[ tambor minuciosamente con un patio h_medo.

3. Ponga a funcionar [a secadora con una carga de ropa [impia

o toa[[as para secar e[ tambor.

NOTA: Las prendas de co[ores que destitien tales como

mezc[i[[as o arti'cu[os de a[god6n de co[ores vivos, pueden tetiir

e[ interior de [a secadora. Estas manchas no datian su secadora

ni manchar_n [as cargas futuras de ropa. Seque estos arti'cu[os

a[ rev6s para evitar que se manche e[ tambor.

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aci6n de pelusa acumuiada

En el interior de la carcasa de la secadora

Seg_n el uso de la secadora, se debe quitar [a pe[usa cada

2 afros, o con m&s frecuencia. La [impieza deber_ efectuar[a

un representante de servicio ca[ificado.

En el ducto de escape

La pe[usa debe ser quitada cada 2 atios, o con m_s frecuencia,

de acuerdo con e[ uso de [a secadora.

Limpieza de[ fi[tro de pe[usa

Lirnpieza de cada carga

E[ fi[tro de pelusa est_ [oca[izado en la abertura de [a puerta

de [a secadora. Un fi[tro obstruido con pe[usa puede aumentar

e[ tiempo de secado.

Para [impiar:

1. ]ale e[ fi[tro de pe[usa en sentido recto hacia arriba. Quite

[a pe[usa de[ fi[tro enro[[_ndo[a con sus dedos. No enjuague

ni [ave e[ fi[tro para quitar [a pe[usa.

2. Empuje el filtro de pelusa firmemente de vuelta

en su lugar.

IMPORTANTE:

[] No ponga a funcionar [a secadora con un filtro de pelusa

floio, da_ado, obstruido o sin 61. El hacer[o puede causar

un sobrecalentamiento y da_ar tanto la secadora como

la ropa.

[] Si a[ quitar la pelusa del filtro, 6sta cae en [a secadora,

revise la capota de ventilaci6n y quite la pelusa. Vea

"Requisitos de ventilaci6n'.

Lirnpieza seg_n la necesidad

Los residuos de detergente de [avanderm'a y suavizante de re[as

pueden acumu[arse en e[ fi[tro de pe[usa. Esta acumu[aci6n

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su ropa, o hacer que la secadora se detenga antes de que su

carga est_ completamente seca. El filtro est_ probabiemente

obstruido s[ [a pelusa se cae de[ mismo mientras est_ dentro

de la secadora.

Limpie el filtro de pelusa con un cepillo de nailon cada

6 meses o con m4s frecuenc[a si 6,ste se obstruye debido

a [a acumuJaci6n de residuos.

Para lavarlo:

1. Quite la pelusa del filtro enroll_ndola con sus dedos.

2. Moie ambos lados del filtro de pelusa con agua caliente.

3. Moie un cepillo de nyl6n con agua caliente y detergente

li'quido. Talle el filtro de pelusa con el cepillo para quitar

la acumulaci6n de residuos.

4. Enjuague el fiitro con agua caliente.

5. Seque meticulosamente el filtro de pelusa con una toalla

limpia. Vuelva a colocar el filtro en la secadora.

Cuidado para las vacaciones, el almacenaje

o en caso de mudanza

Instale y guarde su secadora en un lugar donde no se congele.

Debido a clue queda un poco de agua en las mangueras, el

congelamiento de la misma podri'a dafiar su secadora. Si va

a guardar o trasladar su secadora durante una temporada de

invierno riguroso, acondici6nela para el invierno.

Cuidado durante la falta de uso o

el almacenarniento

Ponga [a secadora a funcionar s6lo cuando est6 en casa.

Siva a salir de vacaciones o no va a usar su secadora por

un tiempo prolongado, usted deber4:

1. Desenchufar la secadora o desconectar el suministro

de energi'a.

2. Limpiar el filtro de pelusa. Vea "Limpieza del filtro

de pelusa".

Cuidado para la mudanza

Para secadoras conectadas con cable de suministro el_ctrico:

1. Desenchufe el cable de suministro de energi'a.

2. Modelos con vapor _nicamente: Cierre el grifo de agua.

3. Modelos con vapor _nicamente: Desconecte [a manguera de

entrada de agua del grifo y elimine el agua de la manguera.

Quite [a manguera de [a parte posterior de la secadora.

Transporte [a manguera en forma separada.

Aseg_rese de clue las paras niveladoras estdn fijas en la base

de la secadora.

Use cinta adhesiva protectora para asegurar [a puerta

de [a secadora.

Peligro de Choque El_ctrico

Desconecte e[ surninistro de energia antes de darle

rnantenimiento.

Vuelva a colocar todos los componentes y paneles

antes de hacerlo funcionar.

No seguir estas instrucciones puede ocasionar

la muerte o choque eldctrico.

Para secadoras con cableado directo:

1. Apague [aelectricidad en la caja de fusibles o cortacircuitos.

Desconecte e[ cab[eado.2_

Modelos con vapor _nicamente: Cierre el grifo de agua.

Modelos con vapor _nicamente: Desconecte [a manguera de

entrada de agua del grifo y el[mine el agua de la manguera.

Transporte [a manguera en forma separada.

Aseg_rese de que las paras niveladoras estdn fijas en

la base de la secadora.

Use cinta adhesiva protectora para asegurar [a puerta

de [a secadora.

C6mo volver a instalar la secadora

Siga [as [nstrucciones de insta[aci6n para ubicar, nive[ar

y conectar [a secadora.

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