Maytag MGD8100DW Installation Guide | Page 4

Maytag Dryer Installation Guide - MGD8100DW.
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
TOOLS AND PARTS
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.

Tools needed for all installations:

Level

Tape measure

Pliers

Flat-blade screwdriver

#2 Phillips screwdriver

Adjustable wrench that opens to  

1" (25 mm) or hex-head socket wrench 

Tin snips (new vent installations)

Caulking gun and compound 

(new vent installations)

1/4" and 5/16" nut driver 

(recommended)

Leveling legs (4)

Tools needed for gas installations:

8" or 10" pipe wrench

8" or 10" adjustable wrench  

(for gas connections)

Pipe-joint compound  

resistant to LP gas

Utility knife 

“Y” connector

Parts package is located in dryer drum. Check that all parts  

are included.
NOTE: Do not use leveling legs supplied with dryer if installing 

with a pedestal or a stack kit.

Additional parts may be required, depending in your installation. 

Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply and venting. 

Read “Electrical Requirements” and “Venting Requirements” 

before purchasing parts. 

Optional Equipment: (Not supplied with dryer) 

Refer to your Use and Care Guide for information about 

accessories available for your dryer.

Parts supplied (all models): 

Parts supplied (steam models): 

2' (0.6 m) inlet hose

5' (1.52 m) inlet hose

Parts needed (steam models):

Parts needed: (Not supplied with dryer)

 

Vent clamps

 

Vent elbows and vent work

Rubber washer

0.625058s