Maytag Neptune dryer restoration

[tecnopolis]

I was finally able to get all the parts together to set up one of the gas dryers to run off of propane. To get the lowest possible price, I sourced all the necessary parts from both the internet, as well as the big box stores. Now I have all the parts together, time to get to work.

 

[tecnopolis]

First, I began with removing the front of the dryer to access the internal gas valves which are located in front. Maytag MDG8000 dryer shown.

 

[tecnopolis]

The gas mechanism to be modified to liquid propane use.

 

[tecnopolis]

Replaced the "leak limiter" on the right (natural gas), with the one on the left (liquid propane).[this post was last edited: 1/18/2013-23:27]

 

[tecnopolis]

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[tecnopolis]

Next you have to remove the gas venturi tube to replace the orifice end with the one designed for LP which has a smaller opening(on the right).

 

[tecnopolis]

It is hex shaped, so I used a 10mm socket wrench to install it. This is a view from inside the dryer facing front.[this post was last edited: 1/18/2013-23:23]

 

[tecnopolis]

A view of orifice end as seen from inside the dryer facing the front.

 

[stricklybojack]

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Great thread, love to see machines brought back to life.
Is Alex still around here?

 

[maytag85]

Reply #287

I think he’s still around, may have posted a few times in the 6 1/2 years I’ve been on the forum but don’t exactly remember.

That’s one filthy dryer. Out of all the ones I’ve picked up, they had some lint buildup but not as much as you would think. My Maytag DE306 (has since been customized) had a thin blanket of lint and a few lint bunnies but nothing outrageous. My Maytag DG606 (that too has since been modified) had a thick layer of caked on dust but not much lint at all. I guess venting plays a role in how clean a dryer will be since the longer the ductwork, the more back pressure it causes which will push lint back into the machine.