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Maytag - 7.4 Cu. Ft. 9-Cycle Gas Dryer with Steam - White

Model: MGD5500FW
SKU: 4978225
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  • Key Specs
    • Color Finish: White
    • 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: Gas
    • 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.)
  • General
    • Brand: Maytag
    • Model Number: MGD5500FW
    • Product Name: 7.4 Cu. Ft. 9-Cycle Gas Dryer with Steam
    • Color: White
    • Color Finish: White
  • 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.)
    • Product Weight: 0.1 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
  • 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: Gas
    • 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 Type: Electronic
    • Control Location: Front panel
    • Drum Material: Powdercoat
    • Drying Rack: false
    • Window: true
  • Cycle Specifications
    • Number Of Drying Cycles: 9
    • Drying Cycles: Steam Refresh, Sanitize, Bedding, Power Dry, Normal, Wrinkle Control, Delicates, 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: Interior Light, Moisture Sensor, Quad Baffles, Lint Filter Indicator, End of Cycle Signal, Wrinkle Control, Sanitize
    • 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: false (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: 883049385440

Revive and refresh your wardrobe with this Maytag Maxima gas dryer, featuring a Steam cycle for quick in-between touchups. Rapid Dry takes care of small loads in a flash, while Advanced Moisture Sensing technology handles the large loads for complete dryness. Load this Maytag Maxima gas dryer, and use the Tap Touch screen for easy laundry care.

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, heavy duty, damp dry, cool down 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-loading design: For easy access.
  • 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.
Whats Included
  • 4 x leveling legs
  • Maytag MGD5500FW

Q: What is the "chrome shadow" color? Is it identical to "Metallic slate"?

A: They are the same color. Different model years but it is the same identical color.

Q: Do you know a part number for a lp conversion kit for a Maytag Dryer Model is MGD5500FW or one that is compatible??

A: Hi Hanaleisurf, for this Maytag - 7.4 Cu. Ft. 9-Cycle Gas Dryer with Steam, the LP Gas Conversion kit is part number W10606694A. We would recommend purchasing the Conversion kit through our parts distributor, RepairClinic. You can reach them directly at 1-800-269-2609 or online at www.repairclinic.com. Thank you for your inquiry!

Q: Why are the fins inside the dryer staggered and not straight across? Isn't that a disadvantage when tumbling the clothes around inside the dryer?

A: Cass, the fins are slightly angled to pick up the clothing slightly and pull them around the dryer for best circulation possible.

Q: I would like to stack this on top of the matching Maytag dryer. Is the kit included? I don't see a Maytag stacking kit accessory package, only different brands.

A: Abe, the stack kit part number is W10869845. Hopefully this information is beneficial to you. Thank you for your inquiry regarding our Maytag appliances!

Q: This dryer has a steam function. Does that require a hose attachment? Or does it have a resevoir?

A: Bird, this Maytag® Dryer does require a Y connector, an inlet hose and a rubber washer for the steam function. Thank you for your interest in our Maytag Appliances.

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