CYCLE GUIDE – AUTOMATIC DRY CYCLES
Not all cycles and settings are available on all models.
NOTE: Government energy certifications for the Maytag Gas and Electric models were based on the Timed Dry cycle with the
Maximum drying temperature setting. The as - shipped defaults of Sensor Dry, Automatic Dry, Normal cycle, Low heat, Wrinkle Shield
were not used.
Items to Dry:
Jeans, heavy work
clothes, towels
Work clothes,
medium-weight
fabrics, sheets
Casual, shirts, pants,
lightweight items,
synthetics, delicates,
athletic wear
NOTE: If loads do not seem as dry as you would like, select More Dry next time you dry a similar load. If loads seem drier than you
like, select Less Dry next time you dry a similar load.
CYCLE GUIDE – TIMED DRY CYCLES
Not all cycles and settings are available on all models.
TIMED DRY – Will run the dryer for the specified time on the control.
Items to Dry:
Large or heavy items
such as thick towels
or robes
Any load
Rubber, plastic,
heat-sensitive fabrics
Setting the Drying Temperature
If your dryer has multiple heat settings:
A High temperature setting may be used for drying heavy-
weight items such as towels and work clothes.
A Low to Medium temperature setting may be used for dry-
ing medium-weight items such as sheets, blouses, dresses,
underwear, permanent press fabrics, and some knits.
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Cycle:
Temperature:
More Dry
High
Normal or
Energy
Preferred
Normal or
Medium
Energy
Preferred
Delicate or
Low
Less Dry
Normal or
Energy
Preferred
Cycle:
Temperature:
Heavy Dry
Any
Damp Dry/
Any
Freshen Up
Air Fluff/
No Heat
Air Dry
Available
Options:
Wrinkle Control/
Automatic cycles give the best drying in the
Wrinkle Prevent
shortest time. Drying time varies based on
fabric type, load size, and dryness setting.
Temperature
Select a drying temperature based on the
Cycle Signal
fabrics in your load. If you are unsure of the
Wrinkle Control/
temperature to select for a load, select the
Wrinkle Prevent
lower setting rather than the higher setting.
Temperature
Cycle Signal
Wrinkle Control/
Wrinkle Prevent
Temperature
Cycle Signal
Available
Options:
Temperature
Choose High to dry large or heavy loads.
Temperature
Dries items to a damp level or for items that
do not require an entire drying cycle.
Temperature
No-heat drying.
Use the No Heat setting for foam, rubber, plastic,
or heat-sensitive fabrics.
Line-dry bonded or laminated fabrics.
NOTE: If you have questions about drying temperatures
for various loads, refer to the care label directions.
Cycle Details:
Cycle Details: