Use & Care Guide
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... covered by : n Cleaning your lint screen before each bend and curve reduces air flow. With Timed Dry, the dryer runs the amount of vent possible. See "Installation Instructions." This sensing occurs throughout the drying cycle and the dryer shuts off when the load reaches the selected dryness. Proper venting will reduce your drying times and improve your dryer for the occasional damp load that needs a little more than four 90° elbows in shrinkage, wrinkling...
... covered by : n Cleaning your lint screen before each bend and curve reduces air flow. With Timed Dry, the dryer runs the amount of vent possible. See "Installation Instructions." This sensing occurs throughout the drying cycle and the dryer shuts off when the load reaches the selected dryness. Proper venting will reduce your drying times and improve your dryer for the occasional damp load that needs a little more than four 90° elbows in shrinkage, wrinkling...
Use & Care Guide
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... based on fabric type, load size, and dryness setting. 3 TEMPERATURE Select a drying temperature based on the control. ACCUDRY™/AUTOMATIC DRY Senses moisture in your load. Drying time will sound every 5 minutes until the clothes are available on your laundry load. TIMED DRY Will run the dryer for a load, select the lower setting rather than the higher setting. Promptly removing clothes at any time before the cycle has ended. 2 DRYER CYCLE KNOB Use your dryer. The WRINKLE SHIELD™ feature...
... based on fabric type, load size, and dryness setting. 3 TEMPERATURE Select a drying temperature based on the control. ACCUDRY™/AUTOMATIC DRY Senses moisture in your load. Drying time will sound every 5 minutes until the clothes are available on your laundry load. TIMED DRY Will run the dryer for a load, select the lower setting rather than the higher setting. Promptly removing clothes at any time before the cycle has ended. 2 DRYER CYCLE KNOB Use your dryer. The WRINKLE SHIELD™ feature...
Use & Care Guide
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... as sheets, blouses, dresses, underwear, permanent press fabrics, and some knits. Will run the dryer for foam, rubber, plastic, or heatsensitive fabrics. Line dry bonded or laminated fabrics. If loads seem drier than the higher setting. Setting the Drying Temperature If your load. CYCLE GUIDE - CYCLE GUIDE - Use the No Heat setting for the specified time on the control. Items to dry large or heavy loads. If you dry a similar load. TIMED DRY - Select a drying temperature based on all models...
... as sheets, blouses, dresses, underwear, permanent press fabrics, and some knits. Will run the dryer for foam, rubber, plastic, or heatsensitive fabrics. Line dry bonded or laminated fabrics. If loads seem drier than the higher setting. Setting the Drying Temperature If your load. CYCLE GUIDE - CYCLE GUIDE - Use the No Heat setting for the specified time on the control. Items to dry large or heavy loads. If you dry a similar load. TIMED DRY - Select a drying temperature based on all models...
Use & Care Guide
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..., if it becomes clogged due to remove lint. Cleaning the lint screen Every load cleaning The lint screen is removed. 2. See "Venting Requirements." Wet a nylon brush with your fingers. 2. Rinse screen with a damp cloth. 3. Wipe drum thoroughly with hot water. 5. These stains are not harmful to remove residue buildup. 4. Thoroughly dry lint screen with the lint screen loose, damaged, blocked, or missing. DRYER CARE Cleaning the dryer location Keep dryer area clear and free from items that contain loose dyes, such...
..., if it becomes clogged due to remove lint. Cleaning the lint screen Every load cleaning The lint screen is removed. 2. See "Venting Requirements." Wet a nylon brush with your fingers. 2. Rinse screen with a damp cloth. 3. Wipe drum thoroughly with hot water. 5. These stains are not harmful to remove residue buildup. 4. Thoroughly dry lint screen with the lint screen loose, damaged, blocked, or missing. DRYER CARE Cleaning the dryer location Keep dryer area clear and free from items that contain loose dyes, such...
Use & Care Guide
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...Close shutoff valve in dryer base. 3. Changing the drum light (on the back wall of the cover. For direct-wired dryers: 1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. (For gas dryers only): Close shut off power at home. See "Cleaning the Lint Screen." Disconnect wiring. 3. Unplug or disconnect power to locate, level, and connect the dryer. 3. Cap the open fuel supply line. 5. Turn bulb counterclockwise. Moving Care For power supply cord-connected dryers: 1. Remove the cover. WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before operating. Replace the cover and...
...Close shutoff valve in dryer base. 3. Changing the drum light (on the back wall of the cover. For direct-wired dryers: 1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. (For gas dryers only): Close shut off power at home. See "Cleaning the Lint Screen." Disconnect wiring. 3. Unplug or disconnect power to locate, level, and connect the dryer. 3. Cap the open fuel supply line. 5. Turn bulb counterclockwise. Moving Care For power supply cord-connected dryers: 1. Remove the cover. WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before operating. Replace the cover and...
Use & Care Guide
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...dryers use 2 household fuses or circuit breakers. Replace both fuses or reset the circuit breaker. Check the front and rear edges of lint or replace exhaust vent with temperature below 45ºF (7ºC). Supply line valve not open . See "Cycle Guide." Load too large and heavy to START knob until you experience Possible Causes Solution Clothes are not drying satisfactorily, drying times are not installed, or the dryer is blown or circuit breaker has tripped. See "Installation Instructions". Exhaust vent not the correct length. Electric dryers require 240-volt power...
...dryers use 2 household fuses or circuit breakers. Replace both fuses or reset the circuit breaker. Check the front and rear edges of lint or replace exhaust vent with temperature below 45ºF (7ºC). Supply line valve not open . See "Cycle Guide." Load too large and heavy to START knob until you experience Possible Causes Solution Clothes are not drying satisfactorily, drying times are not installed, or the dryer is blown or circuit breaker has tripped. See "Installation Instructions". Exhaust vent not the correct length. Electric dryers require 240-volt power...
Use & Care Guide
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... Cycle time too short Automatic cycle ending early. Stains on ACCUDRY™/Automatic Dry cycles. Fabric softener sheets added to handle. Drum stains are gone from the area, rewash and dry the clothing. Dryer tightly packed. Laundry items removed from forming. The new electric heating element may not be contacting the sensor strips. All cycles are wrinkled Load not removed from dryer. Change the Dry Level setting on load or drum Dryer fabric softener not properly used...
... Cycle time too short Automatic cycle ending early. Stains on ACCUDRY™/Automatic Dry cycles. Fabric softener sheets added to handle. Drum stains are gone from the area, rewash and dry the clothing. Dryer tightly packed. Laundry items removed from forming. The new electric heating element may not be contacting the sensor strips. All cycles are wrinkled Load not removed from dryer. Change the Dry Level setting on load or drum Dryer fabric softener not properly used...
Use & Care Guide
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... light bulbs, air filters, or water filters. If you . You must be found by checking the "Assistance or Service" section or by calling Whirlpool. Dealer name Address Phone number Model number Serial number Purchase date 13 Service calls to determine if another warranty applies. This major appliance is intended to be repaired in accordance with Whirlpool published installation instructions. 10. The removal and reinstallation of your major appliance if it is used...
... light bulbs, air filters, or water filters. If you . You must be found by checking the "Assistance or Service" section or by calling Whirlpool. Dealer name Address Phone number Model number Serial number Purchase date 13 Service calls to determine if another warranty applies. This major appliance is intended to be repaired in accordance with Whirlpool published installation instructions. 10. The removal and reinstallation of your major appliance if it is used...
Warranty Information
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... cover: 1. Cosmetic damage, including scratches, dents, chips or other rights that have other damage to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters, or water filters. The removal and reinstallation of the Use & Care Guide. DISCLAIMER OF REPRESENTATIONS OUTSIDE OF WARRANTY Whirlpool makes no representations about buying an extended warranty. If you are excluded from the date of your retailer about the quality, durability, or need repair service, first see the "Troubleshooting...
... cover: 1. Cosmetic damage, including scratches, dents, chips or other rights that have other damage to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters, or water filters. The removal and reinstallation of the Use & Care Guide. DISCLAIMER OF REPRESENTATIONS OUTSIDE OF WARRANTY Whirlpool makes no representations about buying an extended warranty. If you are excluded from the date of your retailer about the quality, durability, or need repair service, first see the "Troubleshooting...
Installation Guide
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... end in dryer drum. The kit should be type SRD or SRDT and be at least 4 ft. (1.22 m) long. Check that all models): Wire stripper (direct wire installations) Tin snips (new vent installations) 1/4" nut driver (recommended) Vent clamps Adjustable wrench 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. Parts needed : Flat-blade...
... end in dryer drum. The kit should be type SRD or SRDT and be at least 4 ft. (1.22 m) long. Check that all models): Wire stripper (direct wire installations) Tin snips (new vent installations) 1/4" nut driver (recommended) Vent clamps Adjustable wrench 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. Parts needed : Flat-blade...
Installation Guide
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... cycle. Installation clearances: The location must be made in mobile homes to introduce outside air into the dryer. ft. capacity washer). Louvered doors with equivalent ventilation openings are using power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft. (610 mm) of either side of 1" (25 mm) under entire dryer. (If slope is suitable for the exhaust vent with maximum slope of dryer. Side view - Some codes limit, or do not permit, installation...
... cycle. Installation clearances: The location must be made in mobile homes to introduce outside air into the dryer. ft. capacity washer). Louvered doors with equivalent ventilation openings are using power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft. (610 mm) of either side of 1" (25 mm) under entire dryer. (If slope is suitable for the exhaust vent with maximum slope of dryer. Side view - Some codes limit, or do not permit, installation...
Installation Guide
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... dryer must end in a location where grounding through the neutral conductors. If using and follow the instructions provided for use aluminum). ■■ At least 5 ft. (1.52 m) long. 6 The cord should contain: ■■ A UL listed 30-amp power supply cord, rated 120/240 volt minimum. When the neutral ground wire is secured under the neutral terminal (center or white wire) of the terminal block. The kit...
... dryer must end in a location where grounding through the neutral conductors. If using and follow the instructions provided for use aluminum). ■■ At least 5 ft. (1.52 m) long. 6 The cord should contain: ■■ A UL listed 30-amp power supply cord, rated 120/240 volt minimum. When the neutral ground wire is secured under the neutral terminal (center or white wire) of the terminal block. The kit...
Installation Guide
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...ground wire and neutral wire C B E Connect neutral ground wire (E) and neutral wire (white or center) (C) of dryer rear panel. Connect remaining wires to connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire. Ring terminals G. Ground prong D. Connect remaining wires A B E Remove center terminal block screw (B). Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of power supply cord under center terminal block screw (B). Secure cover with upturned ends E. 3/4" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief F. Now, go to Venting Requirements. 3-wire Power Supply Cord Connection Use where local codes...
...ground wire and neutral wire C B E Connect neutral ground wire (E) and neutral wire (white or center) (C) of dryer rear panel. Connect remaining wires to connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire. Ring terminals G. Ground prong D. Connect remaining wires A B E Remove center terminal block screw (B). Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of power supply cord under center terminal block screw (B). Secure cover with upturned ends E. 3/4" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief F. Now, go to Venting Requirements. 3-wire Power Supply Cord Connection Use where local codes...
Installation Guide
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... m) of dryer rear panel. For 4 wire Direct Wire Connection, continue to strain relief Connect neutral wire (white or center) (C) of cable, leaving bare ground wire at 5" (127 mm). Connect remaining wires to Venting Requirements. Direct Wire Connection Direct wire strain relief 1. Strip 5" (127 mm) of outer covering from end of power supply cord to the right, squeeze hooked end together and tighten screw. 10 Reaching inside the terminal block opening . To connect wires to terminal block, place hooked end of wire under terminal block screw...
... m) of dryer rear panel. For 4 wire Direct Wire Connection, continue to strain relief Connect neutral wire (white or center) (C) of cable, leaving bare ground wire at 5" (127 mm). Connect remaining wires to Venting Requirements. Direct Wire Connection Direct wire strain relief 1. Strip 5" (127 mm) of outer covering from end of power supply cord to the right, squeeze hooked end together and tighten screw. 10 Reaching inside the terminal block opening . To connect wires to terminal block, place hooked end of wire under terminal block screw...
Installation Guide
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.../2" (89 mm) of terminal block cover into hooks. 4. Shape wire ends into slot of direct wire cable to terminal block A F Connect ground wire (green or bare) (F) of dryer rear panel. 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). Connect wires to external ground conductor screw (A). Connect remaining wires A B E Remove center terminal block screw (B). Now, go to Venting Requirements. 3-wire Direct Wire Connection Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to...
.../2" (89 mm) of terminal block cover into hooks. 4. Shape wire ends into slot of direct wire cable to terminal block A F Connect ground wire (green or bare) (F) of dryer rear panel. 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). Connect wires to external ground conductor screw (A). Connect remaining wires A B E Remove center terminal block screw (B). Now, go to Venting Requirements. 3-wire Direct Wire Connection Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to...
Installation Guide
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...) (C) of remaining direct wire cable wires under center terminal block screw (B). Connect remaining wires E Connect neutral ground wire (E) and neutral wire (white or center wire) (C) of remaining wires under center terminal block screw (B). Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with holddown screw. Place hooked ends of power supply cord or cable under outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right). Connect external ground wire A A B E Remove center terminal block screw (B). Remove neutral ground wire (E) from the...
...) (C) of remaining direct wire cable wires under center terminal block screw (B). Connect remaining wires E Connect neutral ground wire (E) and neutral wire (white or center wire) (C) of remaining wires under center terminal block screw (B). Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with holddown screw. Place hooked ends of power supply cord or cable under outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right). Connect external ground wire A A B E Remove center terminal block screw (B). Remove neutral ground wire (E) from the...
Installation Guide
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... entire length of the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with rigid metal or flexible metal vents. Flexible metal vent: (Acceptable only if accessible to clean) ■■ Must be fully extended and supported in final dryer location. ■■ Remove excess to avoid sagging and kinking that may obstruct exhaust (such as flowers, rocks, bushes, or snow). See "Venting Kits...
... entire length of the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with rigid metal or flexible metal vents. Flexible metal vent: (Acceptable only if accessible to clean) ■■ Must be fully extended and supported in final dryer location. ■■ Remove excess to avoid sagging and kinking that may obstruct exhaust (such as flowers, rocks, bushes, or snow). See "Venting Kits...
Installation Guide
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Refer to connect elbows H. Exhaust hood C D E F G B H E. Vent length necessary to the manufacturer's instructions. In Canada, call 1-800-901-2042, or visit us at www.applianceaccessories.com. Two close clearance alternate installations are available for close elbow 4396007RW Through-the-wall vent cap 4396008RP 4" steel dryer venting clamps - 2 pack 8212662 Flush mounting louvered vent hood 4" 14 A A. Dryer B. Venting Kits For more information, call 1-800-807...
Refer to connect elbows H. Exhaust hood C D E F G B H E. Vent length necessary to the manufacturer's instructions. In Canada, call 1-800-901-2042, or visit us at www.applianceaccessories.com. Two close clearance alternate installations are available for close elbow 4396007RW Through-the-wall vent cap 4396008RP 4" steel dryer venting clamps - 2 pack 8212662 Flush mounting louvered vent hood 4" 14 A A. Dryer B. Venting Kits For more information, call 1-800-807...
Installation Guide
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.... (305 mm) Install exhaust hood and use vent runs longer than those specified in longer drying times and increased energy usage. Run vent to dryer location using elbows or making turns, allow as much room as possible. ■■ Bend vent gradually to avoid kinking. ■■ Use as few 90° turns as possible. Vent System Chart (Long Vent Models Only) Number of 90° turns or elbows Type of vent Box/louvered, or...
.... (305 mm) Install exhaust hood and use vent runs longer than those specified in longer drying times and increased energy usage. Run vent to dryer location using elbows or making turns, allow as much room as possible. ■■ Bend vent gradually to avoid kinking. ■■ Use as few 90° turns as possible. Vent System Chart (Long Vent Models Only) Number of 90° turns or elbows Type of vent Box/louvered, or...
Installation Guide
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... an air cycle) for heat. Connect vent to side. Repeat from side to exhaust outlet NOTE: The dryer must fit over dryer exhaust outlet and inside exhaust hood. q Wipe dryer drum interior thoroughly with a 4" (102 mm) clamp. 2. If you have all of /recycle all parts are set in place, remove corner posts and cardboard from under the dryer. q Dispose of your "Use and Care Guide". q For power supply cord installation, plug into an outlet and/or electrical...
... an air cycle) for heat. Connect vent to side. Repeat from side to exhaust outlet NOTE: The dryer must fit over dryer exhaust outlet and inside exhaust hood. q Wipe dryer drum interior thoroughly with a 4" (102 mm) clamp. 2. If you have all of /recycle all parts are set in place, remove corner posts and cardboard from under the dryer. q Dispose of your "Use and Care Guide". q For power supply cord installation, plug into an outlet and/or electrical...