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Maytag - 7.4 Cu. Ft. 9-Cycle Electric Dryer with Steam

Model: MED5500FC
SKU: 4978230
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  • Key Specs
    • Product Height: 39 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Width: 27 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Depth: 31 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Depth With Door Open: 51 inches (Measurement from the back of the product to its front, with door fully open.)
    • Capacity: 7.4 cubic feet
    • Steam Function: true (In washers, this feature may be employed before, during, or after the main wash cycle. Steam aids in stain removal, activating detergent, sanitizing, and softening wrinkles. In dryers, this feature can be used to remove wrinkles or quickly freshen clothing items.)
    • Dryer Heating Source: Electric
    • Moisture Sensor: true (This feature automatically senses moisture levels of the items in the cycle to determine the proper drying time.)
    • Stackable: true (To stack with similar products, ensure that the necessary support and/or installation hardware is in place to reduce safety hazards.)
    • Color Finish: Black
  • General
    • Product Name: 7.4 Cu. Ft. 9-Cycle Electric Dryer with Steam
    • Brand: Maytag
    • Model Number: MED5500FC
    • Color Finish: Black
  • Dimensions
    • Product Height: 39 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Width: 27 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Depth: 31 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Depth With Door Open: 51 inches (Measurement from the back of the product to its front, with door fully open.)
  • Capacity
    • Capacity: 7.4 cubic feet
  • Features
    • Steam Function: true (In washers, this feature may be employed before, during, or after the main wash cycle. Steam aids in stain removal, activating detergent, sanitizing, and softening wrinkles. In dryers, this feature can be used to remove wrinkles or quickly freshen clothing items.)
    • Water Source: Fill hose
    • Dryer Heating Source: Electric
    • Automatic Temperature Control: true (This feature regulates hot and cold temperatures of the water or air within the appliance in order to keep them in the optimal range for each cycle.)
    • Moisture Sensor: true (This feature automatically senses moisture levels of the items in the cycle to determine the proper drying time.)
    • Child Lock: true (Setting that allows appliance to be temporarily locked to prevent use.)
    • End-Of-Cycle Signal: true (An audible alert and/or visual indicator that notifies you when a pre-selected cycle is complete.)
    • Time-Remaining Display: true
    • Interior Light(s): true
  • Design
    • Reversible Door Hinge: true
    • Exhaust Vent Location: Rear, Side
    • 4-Way Venting: true (The appliance has four possible vent locations (right, left, front, or rear), which allows for placement versatility.)
    • Control Location: Front panel
    • Drying Rack: false
    • Window: true
  • Cycle Specifications
    • Number Of Drying Cycles: 9
    • Drying Cycles: Power Dry, Bedding, Sanitize, Steam Refresh, Normal, Wrinkle Control, Delicates, Casual, Timed Dry, Rapid Dry (Dryers typically have multiple pre-programmed drying cycles to accommodate various fabrics and materials. These often include Normal/Regular, Permanent Press/Wrinkle Reduction, Heavy Duty, and Delicate/Gentle.)
    • Options and Programs: End of Cycle Signal, Lint Filter Indicator, Interior Light, Moisture Sensor, Quad Baffles, Automatic Temperature Controls
    • Number of Temperature Settings: 5
    • Temperature Settings: High, Medium, Low, Extra Low, Air Only
  • Compatibility
    • Pedestal Available: true
    • Stackable: true (To stack with similar products, ensure that the necessary support and/or installation hardware is in place to reduce safety hazards.)
  • Included
    • Fill Hoses Included: false
  • Certifications Listings & Approvals
    • ENERGY STAR Certified: true (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
    • ADA Compliant: true (Meets standards set by the Disabilities Act (ADA) Standards for Accessible Design)
  • Other
    • UPC: 883049385310

Put the power of Advanced Moisture Sensing technology to work on your bulky loads with this Maytag Maxima electric dryer. Nine drying cycles let you customize your choices, and Rapid Dry helps out in a hurry. Use the Steam Refresh cycle on this Maytag Maxima electric dryer to extend the use of your clothing in between washes.

Laundry Buying Guide

  • Tap touch controls: Allow easy program setting.
  • Accommodates family-size loads: 7.4 cu. ft. capacity provides enough space for several pairs of jeans and more.
  • Safely dry all your garments and linens with 1 of 9 cycles: Includes delicate, damp dry, air fluff, steam refresh and more drying programs.
  • Automatic temperature control: Adjusts the hot and cold water to the appropriate temperature for each cycle.
  • End of cycle indicator: Keeps you apprised of the dryer's status at a glance.
  • Front-load design to save space: With an optional stacking kit, you can add the matching washer (sold separately).
  • Reversible door: Enables flexible placement and allows easy loading and unloading.
  • Keep children safe: ChildLock prevents unintentional or unauthorized use of the dryer.
  • Powder coated interior: For durability. Easy to wipe clean and requires little maintenance.
Whats Included
  • Maytag MED5500FC
  • 4 x leveling legs

Q: can the door opening be switched?

A: Hi Oops911, this Dryer door can be reversed. Hopefully this information is beneficial to you. Thank you for your inquiry regarding our Maytag appliances!

Q: Does this dryer have a "check lint trap" light?

A: Yes it does. Every time you use the dryer, before you start it, it will remind you to check the lint screen.

Q: Is there a stacking kit available?

A: Hi Marie, the stacking kit number is W10869845. Thank you for your inquiry regarding our Maytag appliances!

Q: What is the steam cycle and what is it used for in steam dryers?

A: The steam cycle is the next best thing from an iron. I throw my work clothes in there and they are ready in 20 minutes.