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Maytag Centennial MEDC500V[W]

Approximate retail price:

$499.52

Summary: This Maytag full-sized dryer offers:
• Moisture sensor
• On/off end of cycle signal.
• Drum light.

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About - Maytag Centennial MEDC500V[W]
The Maytag Centennial MEDC500V[W] is part of the clothes dryer test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, electric dryer models like the Centennial MEDC500V[W] are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below. Drying performance: This score combines performance on three types of laundry loads of different sizes and fabric mixes: A 12-lb. load, predominantly cotton, representing a family's large weekly load; an 8-lb. load of cotton/polyester blend clothing; and a 3-lb. load of synthetic delicates, women's pajamas, nightgowns, bras and underwear. Capacity: Among the models we tested, drum volume varied from about 6 to 8.0 cu. ft. Convenience: For this measurement, we judged controls and ergonomics, such as ease of loading and unloading, servicing the lint filter, whether the door could clear a tall basket, and whether the machine has a raised edge to contain spills.

About - Maytag Centennial MEDC500V[W]

The Maytag Centennial MEDC500V[W] is part of the clothes dryer test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, electric dryer models like the Centennial MEDC500V[W] are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Drying performance:: This score combines performance on three types of laundry loads of different sizes and fabric mixes: A 12-lb. load, predominantly cotton, representing a family's large weekly load; an 8-lb. load of cotton/polyester blend clothing; and a 3-lb. load of synthetic delicates, women's pajamas, nightgowns, bras and underwear.
Capacity:: Among the models we tested, drum volume varied from about 6 to 8.0 cu. ft.
Convenience:: For this measurement, we judged controls and ergonomics, such as ease of loading and unloading, servicing the lint filter, whether the door could clear a tall basket, and whether the machine has a raised edge to contain spills.

About This Brand
This Whirlpool-owned brand is positioned as a durable brand but priced a bit lower than Whirlpool-branded products. The company makes electric and gas products and also sells models that are stackable with the washer. Prices for Maytag dryers range from $350 to $900.
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About This Brand

This Whirlpool-owned brand is positioned as a durable brand but priced a bit lower than Whirlpool-branded products. The company makes electric and gas products and also sells models that are stackable with the washer. Prices for Maytag dryers range from $350 to $900.

Read our Brand Reliability

Features & Specs - Maytag Centennial MEDC500V[W]
Stainless-steel drum A stainless-steel drum is likely to resist damage better than plastic and painted metal drums. Stainless-steel drum	No
Porcelain top A porcelain top resists scratching better than a painted one but generally adds to a dryer's cost. Painted tops, far more common, are often quite durable with normal use. Porcelain top	No
Drying rack The rack attaches inside the drum to keep items such as sneakers or sweaters from tumbling. Drying rack	No
Custom programs This feature allows you to save your favorite settings. Custom programs	No
Steam option Generally, a water hook-up is required with this feature. In this cycle, a small amount of water is sprayed into the drum while tumbling with heat. It helps to reduce wrinkles and odors, but is intended only for a few garments at a time. Steam option	No
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Anonymous

from

Biglerville, PA

2.0

INEFFECTIVE LINT FILTER

1/11/2012

Pros

Adjustable Temperature

Easy To Use

Large Capacity

Works Quickly

Cons

LINT BUILD UP IN DRYER

Best Uses

Bulky Items

Delicates

Everyday Clothes

Sheets & Mattress Covers

Towels

Comment:

This dryer works GREAT, BUT the lint filter system needs to be redesigned. As I write this, I have a repairman vacuuming out the inside of my dryer because the top loading lint filter has allowed HANDFULS of debris to fall into the back of the machine. The filter screen faces downward. When you pull it out to clean it, lint pieces can fall down inside the machine. This is the first dryer I have had that also allowed for an alarming amount of debris to build up in the vent duct work. Is this a fire hazard? As mentioned in another review of this machine, the lint filter is also messy to clean. Since it faces downward, it drops lint onto the top of the dryer as you pull the screen out. Also the door is awkward to open because of the size and vertical placement of the handle. This is the first Maytag that I have owned during the past 37 years that DOESN'T meet the high standards I have come to expect from the Maytag brand. Am I to expect Maytag is now a product in name only.

Anonymous

from

annapolis md

1.0

Would not recommend this dryer

11/22/2011

Pros

Cons

Best Uses

Comment:

This dryer takes forever to dry clothes 2 sometimes 3 cycles. A load of towels at least 4 i am actually returning it I dislike it so much.

Anonymous

from

Hanover, Pa

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Hate cleaning the lint screen..

3/1/2011

Pros

Easy To Use

Energy Efficient

Love the moisture sensor

Quiet

Works Quickly

Cons

Best Uses

Everyday Clothes

Towels

Comment:

I like this dryer. It looks good next to my older model Maytag washer. The only problem I have with this dryer is the lint screen. My old dryer had it in the front of the door. The first time I had to clean it I knew I didn't like it and I still have not gotten used to the mess it makes everytime do. I would never buy another dryer again with the lint screen at the top of the dryer.

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