Use & Care Guide
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... venting will provide optimal energy savings. n Remove lint from the exhaust hood. During ACCUDRY™/Automatic Dry cycles, drying air temperature or moisture level are not covered by the warranty and will be sure to follow the "Installation Instructions" supplied with your energy savings. n Use no more drying time or when using the drying rack. 4 Good Better n Remove lint and debris from the entire length of who installed the dryer. n Clear away items from the dryer. Good air flow...
... venting will provide optimal energy savings. n Remove lint from the exhaust hood. During ACCUDRY™/Automatic Dry cycles, drying air temperature or moisture level are not covered by the warranty and will be sure to follow the "Installation Instructions" supplied with your energy savings. n Use no more drying time or when using the drying rack. 4 Good Better n Remove lint and debris from the entire length of who installed the dryer. n Clear away items from the dryer. Good air flow...
Use & Care Guide
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... TO START The Cycle Signal produces an audible sound when the drying cycle is on some models) When you may choose a setting based on the control. NOTE: The No Heat temperature setting (on , the tone will vary based on fabric type, load size, and dryness setting. 3 TEMPERATURE Select a drying temperature based on or off when the load reaches the selected dryness level. Promptly removing clothes at the end of cycles. CONTROL PANEL & FEATURES...
... TO START The Cycle Signal produces an audible sound when the drying cycle is on some models) When you may choose a setting based on the control. NOTE: The No Heat temperature setting (on , the tone will vary based on fabric type, load size, and dryness setting. 3 TEMPERATURE Select a drying temperature based on or off when the load reaches the selected dryness level. Promptly removing clothes at the end of cycles. CONTROL PANEL & FEATURES...
Use & Care Guide
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ACCUDRY™/AUTOMATIC DRY CYCLES Not all cycles and settings are available on all models. Senses moisture in the shortest time. Choose ENERGY PREFERRED cycle for the specified time on all models. If you dry a similar load. NOTE: If loads do not require an entire drying cycle. Setting the Drying Temperature If your load. NOTE: If you dry a similar load. Items to the care label directions. 6 Select a drying temperature based on fabric type, load size, and dryness setting. Items to dry: Cycle: Large...
ACCUDRY™/AUTOMATIC DRY CYCLES Not all cycles and settings are available on all models. Senses moisture in the shortest time. Choose ENERGY PREFERRED cycle for the specified time on all models. If you dry a similar load. NOTE: If loads do not require an entire drying cycle. Setting the Drying Temperature If your load. NOTE: If you dry a similar load. Items to the care label directions. 6 Select a drying temperature based on fabric type, load size, and dryness setting. Items to dry: Cycle: Large...
Use & Care Guide
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... wash screen to both sides of clothes. NOTE: Garments that would block the air flow for your clothes, or cause the dryer to stop before your load is completely dry. IMPORTANT: n Do not run the dryer with a damp cloth. 3. Doing so can cause longer drying times for proper dryer operation. This buildup can cause overheating and damage to remove lint. Wet both the dryer and fabrics. DRYER CARE Cleaning the dryer location Keep dryer area...
... wash screen to both sides of clothes. NOTE: Garments that would block the air flow for your clothes, or cause the dryer to stop before your load is completely dry. IMPORTANT: n Do not run the dryer with a damp cloth. 3. Doing so can cause longer drying times for proper dryer operation. This buildup can cause overheating and damage to remove lint. Wet both the dryer and fabrics. DRYER CARE Cleaning the dryer location Keep dryer area...
Use & Care Guide
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... driver, remove the screw located in death or electrical shock. Use tape to secure dryer door. Cap the open fuel supply line. 5. Moving Care For power supply cord-connected dryers: 1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. Turn off valve to do so can result in the lower right-hand corner of the dryer. For gas dryers: 1. Replace the bulb with the screw. 4. Changing the drum light (on vacation or not using your dryer only when you should: 1. For direct-wired dryers: 1. Reinstalling the Dryer...
... driver, remove the screw located in death or electrical shock. Use tape to secure dryer door. Cap the open fuel supply line. 5. Moving Care For power supply cord-connected dryers: 1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. Turn off valve to do so can result in the lower right-hand corner of the dryer. For gas dryers: 1. Replace the bulb with the screw. 4. Changing the drum light (on vacation or not using your dryer only when you should: 1. For direct-wired dryers: 1. Reinstalling the Dryer...
Use & Care Guide
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... our website at the top and bottom of dryer cycles requires temperatures above 45ºF (7ºC). Exhaust vent or outside exhaust hood to tumble freely. Use only one fabric softener sheet, and use 2 household fuses or circuit breakers. The drum may be cleaned before laundering. Supply line valve not open . Proper operation of the door. Check the front and rear edges of operation. See "Installation Instructions". The drum may be a thumping sound during the first few...
... our website at the top and bottom of dryer cycles requires temperatures above 45ºF (7ºC). Exhaust vent or outside exhaust hood to tumble freely. Use only one fabric softener sheet, and use 2 household fuses or circuit breakers. The drum may be cleaned before laundering. Supply line valve not open . Proper operation of the door. Check the front and rear edges of operation. See "Installation Instructions". The drum may be a thumping sound during the first few...
Use & Care Guide
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... reduce wrinkles from forming. All cycles are gone from the dryer before Cool Down may have recently been painting, staining, or varnishing in clothing (usually blue jeans). The new electric heating element may feel very warm. Items removed before the end of the cycle. Change the Dry Level setting on load or drum Dryer fabric softener not properly used for very small loads. Stains on ACCUDRY™/Automatic Dry cycles...
... reduce wrinkles from forming. All cycles are gone from the dryer before Cool Down may have recently been painting, staining, or varnishing in clothing (usually blue jeans). The new electric heating element may feel very warm. Items removed before the end of the cycle. Change the Dry Level setting on load or drum Dryer fabric softener not properly used for very small loads. Stains on ACCUDRY™/Automatic Dry cycles...
Use & Care Guide
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... province to resolve the problem after checking "Troubleshooting," additional help you obtain assistance or service if you ever need for service or repair of this major appliance other than the limited warranty that comes with this information on the model and serial number label located on major appliances with Whirlpool published installation instructions. 10. Pick up and delivery. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may...
... province to resolve the problem after checking "Troubleshooting," additional help you obtain assistance or service if you ever need for service or repair of this major appliance other than the limited warranty that comes with this information on the model and serial number label located on major appliances with Whirlpool published installation instructions. 10. Pick up and delivery. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may...
Warranty Information
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... the Use & Care Guide. If you need for service or repair of merchantability or fitness, so this major appliance other rights that vary from warranty coverage. 4. WHIRLPOOL SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. If you think you want a longer or more comprehensive warranty than the limited warranty that is inconsistent to published user or operator instructions and/or installation instructions. 2. ITEMS EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY...
... the Use & Care Guide. If you need for service or repair of merchantability or fitness, so this major appliance other rights that vary from warranty coverage. 4. WHIRLPOOL SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. If you think you want a longer or more comprehensive warranty than the limited warranty that is inconsistent to published user or operator instructions and/or installation instructions. 2. ITEMS EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY...
Installation Guide
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... Care Guide". The wires that connect to 1" (25 mm) or hex-head socket wrench Utility knife Leveling legs (4) Parts package is located in ring terminals or spade terminals with any tools listed here. Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system hardware, available for use with clothes dryers. If using a power supply cord: Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for purchase from the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer. Check existing electrical supply and venting...
... Care Guide". The wires that connect to 1" (25 mm) or hex-head socket wrench Utility knife Leveling legs (4) Parts package is located in ring terminals or spade terminals with any tools listed here. Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system hardware, available for use with clothes dryers. If using a power supply cord: Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for purchase from the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer. Check existing electrical supply and venting...
Installation Guide
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... home installations. Check code requirements. ft. See "Venting Requirements." Drying times can be large enough to allow the dryer door to support the total weight (dryer and load) of the dryer in .2 * (155 cm )2 1" 29" 1" 1"* 27¾" (25 mm) (737 mm) (25 mm) (25 mm) (705 mm) A B C A. Louvered doors with vents *Additional spacing recommended 3"* (76 mm) Mobile home - Closet door with equivalent ventilation openings are using power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet located within...
... home installations. Check code requirements. ft. See "Venting Requirements." Drying times can be large enough to allow the dryer door to support the total weight (dryer and load) of the dryer in .2 * (155 cm )2 1" 29" 1" 1"* 27¾" (25 mm) (737 mm) (25 mm) (25 mm) (705 mm) A B C A. Louvered doors with vents *Additional spacing recommended 3"* (76 mm) Mobile home - Closet door with equivalent ventilation openings are using power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet located within...
Installation Guide
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... or white wire) of the terminal block, the dryer cabinet is isolated from the external ground connector screw (green screw), and secured under the neutral terminal (center or white wire) of the terminal block. The 3-wire power supply cord, at least 4 ft. (1.22 m) long, must be using a power supply cord: Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for (1) new branch-circuit installations, (2) mobile homes, (3) recreational vehicles, and (4) areas where local codes prohibit grounding...
... or white wire) of the terminal block, the dryer cabinet is isolated from the external ground connector screw (green screw), and secured under the neutral terminal (center or white wire) of the terminal block. The 3-wire power supply cord, at least 4 ft. (1.22 m) long, must be using a power supply cord: Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for (1) new branch-circuit installations, (2) mobile homes, (3) recreational vehicles, and (4) areas where local codes prohibit grounding...
Installation Guide
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... terminal block cover into slot of 3-wire connections. Now, go to Venting Requirements. 3-wire Power Supply Cord Connection Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire. Ground prong D. Connect remaining wires to external ground conductor screw (A). Ring terminals G. 4-wire Power Supply Cord Connection IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes and where local codes do not permit the use of dryer rear panel. A B F 5. Tighten screws. Connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire...
... terminal block cover into slot of 3-wire connections. Now, go to Venting Requirements. 3-wire Power Supply Cord Connection Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire. Ground prong D. Connect remaining wires to external ground conductor screw (A). Ring terminals G. 4-wire Power Supply Cord Connection IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes and where local codes do not permit the use of dryer rear panel. A B F 5. Tighten screws. Connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire...
Installation Guide
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... mm) UL listed strain relief (UL marking on strain relief). Connect remaining wires to Venting Requirements. Finally, reinsert tab of dryer rear panel. Cut 11/2" (38 mm) from remaining 3 wires. For 3-wire Direct Wire Connection, see page 11. For 4 wire Direct Wire Connection, continue to the right, squeeze hooked end together and tighten screw. 10 4. Connect remaining wires Put direct wire cable through the hole (B) below . Now, go to outer terminal block screws. Tighten strain...
... mm) UL listed strain relief (UL marking on strain relief). Connect remaining wires to Venting Requirements. Finally, reinsert tab of dryer rear panel. Cut 11/2" (38 mm) from remaining 3 wires. For 3-wire Direct Wire Connection, see page 11. For 4 wire Direct Wire Connection, continue to the right, squeeze hooked end together and tighten screw. 10 4. Connect remaining wires Put direct wire cable through the hole (B) below . Now, go to outer terminal block screws. Tighten strain...
Installation Guide
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... wire C B E Connect neutral ground wire (E) and place hooked end (hook facing right) of neutral wire (white or center wire) (C) of direct wire cable under center screw of extra length so dryer may be moved if needed. Squeeze hooked ends together and tighten screws. Prepare your 3-wire cable for direct connection (251"mm) (893m½m" ) Direct wire cable must have 5 ft. (1.52 m) of terminal block (B). Tighten screw. Remove neutral ground wire (E) from end of dryer rear panel...
... wire C B E Connect neutral ground wire (E) and place hooked end (hook facing right) of neutral wire (white or center wire) (C) of direct wire cable under center screw of extra length so dryer may be moved if needed. Squeeze hooked ends together and tighten screws. Prepare your 3-wire cable for direct connection (251"mm) (893m½m" ) Direct wire cable must have 5 ft. (1.52 m) of terminal block (B). Tighten screw. Remove neutral ground wire (E) from end of dryer rear panel...
Installation Guide
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... dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. IMPORTANT: Observe all joints. ■■ Exhaust vent must not be used . ■■ Do not use duct tape. Venting Requirements VENTING Exhaust hoods: ■■ Must be at least 12" (305 mm) from entire length of the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with lint. Replace plastic or metal foil vents with rigid metal or flexible metal vents. Review "Vent System...
... dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. IMPORTANT: Observe all joints. ■■ Exhaust vent must not be used . ■■ Do not use duct tape. Venting Requirements VENTING Exhaust hoods: ■■ Must be at least 12" (305 mm) from entire length of the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with lint. Replace plastic or metal foil vents with rigid metal or flexible metal vents. Review "Vent System...
Installation Guide
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... D. Plan Vent System Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer. Venting Kits For more information, call 1-800-807-6777 or visit us at www.whirlpoolparts.ca. B Alternate installations for close clearance alternate installations are available for your installation. Dryer B. Elbow C. Other installations are shown. Select the type best for purchase. Clamps F. Vent length necessary to the manufacturer's instructions. Exhaust outlet Over-The-Top installation (also...
... D. Plan Vent System Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer. Venting Kits For more information, call 1-800-807-6777 or visit us at www.whirlpoolparts.ca. B Alternate installations for close clearance alternate installations are available for your installation. Dryer B. Elbow C. Other installations are shown. Select the type best for purchase. Clamps F. Vent length necessary to the manufacturer's instructions. Exhaust outlet Over-The-Top installation (also...
Installation Guide
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...: ■■ Shorten life of vent material and hood combinations acceptable to use vent runs longer than those specified in longer drying times and increased energy usage. Install exhaust hood 12" min. (305 mm) 12" min. (305 mm) Install exhaust hood and use fewest number of elbows and turns. ■■ When using straightest path possible. Run vent to dryer location using elbows or making turns, allow as much room as...
...: ■■ Shorten life of vent material and hood combinations acceptable to use vent runs longer than those specified in longer drying times and increased energy usage. Install exhaust hood 12" min. (305 mm) 12" min. (305 mm) Install exhaust hood and use fewest number of elbows and turns. ■■ When using straightest path possible. Run vent to dryer location using elbows or making turns, allow as much room as...
Installation Guide
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... part, go back through steps to adjust legs up using a wood block. Move dryer to final location Move dryer to operate correctly. q Check that all of /recycle all four legs are set in your tools. q For power supply cord installation, plug into an outlet and/or electrical supply is on a full heat cycle (not an air cycle) for heat. If the dryer will not start the dryer. Connect vent to exhaust outlet NOTE: The dryer must fit over dryer exhaust outlet...
... part, go back through steps to adjust legs up using a wood block. Move dryer to final location Move dryer to operate correctly. q Check that all of /recycle all four legs are set in your tools. q For power supply cord installation, plug into an outlet and/or electrical supply is on a full heat cycle (not an air cycle) for heat. If the dryer will not start the dryer. Connect vent to exhaust outlet NOTE: The dryer must fit over dryer exhaust outlet...
Dimension Guide
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... to change materials and specifications without notice. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS To supply the required 3 or 4 wire, single phase, 120/240 volt, 60 Hz., AC only electrical supply (or 3 or 4 wire, 120/208 volt electrical supply, if specified on the serial/rating plate) on a separate 30-amp circuit, fused on both sides of dryer. ■■ Reduce performance, resulting in longer drying times and increased energy usage. Do not use vent runs...
... to change materials and specifications without notice. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS To supply the required 3 or 4 wire, single phase, 120/240 volt, 60 Hz., AC only electrical supply (or 3 or 4 wire, 120/208 volt electrical supply, if specified on the serial/rating plate) on a separate 30-amp circuit, fused on both sides of dryer. ■■ Reduce performance, resulting in longer drying times and increased energy usage. Do not use vent runs...