Use & Care Guide
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... most energy savings and enhanced fabric care from the entire length of who installed the dryer. Good air flow Along with heat, dryers require good air flow to follow the "Installation Instructions" supplied with 4" (102 mm) diameter heavy, rigid vent material. n Remove lint from the dryer. Good Better n Remove lint and debris from the front the dryer. n Clear away items from the exhaust hood. This sensing occurs throughout the drying cycle and the dryer shuts off...
... most energy savings and enhanced fabric care from the entire length of who installed the dryer. Good air flow Along with heat, dryers require good air flow to follow the "Installation Instructions" supplied with 4" (102 mm) diameter heavy, rigid vent material. n Remove lint from the dryer. Good Better n Remove lint and debris from the front the dryer. n Clear away items from the exhaust hood. This sensing occurs throughout the drying cycle and the dryer shuts off...
Use & Care Guide
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... models with a selectable temperature knob, you are removed, or the Wrinkle Shield™ setting ends. 5 Drying time and temperature will vary based on fabric type, load size, and dryness setting. 3 TEMPERATURE Select a drying temperature based on your dryer model. n Get 90 minutes of heat-free, periodic tumbling at the end of cycles. If you may vary. 1 WRINKLE SHIELD™ Feature (on the fabrics in the shortest time. Turn the CYCLE SIGNAL knob to start the dryer. Turn...
... models with a selectable temperature knob, you are removed, or the Wrinkle Shield™ setting ends. 5 Drying time and temperature will vary based on fabric type, load size, and dryness setting. 3 TEMPERATURE Select a drying temperature based on your dryer model. n Get 90 minutes of heat-free, periodic tumbling at the end of cycles. If you may vary. 1 WRINKLE SHIELD™ Feature (on the fabrics in the shortest time. Turn the CYCLE SIGNAL knob to start the dryer. Turn...
Use & Care Guide
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...CYCLE GUIDE - TIMED DRY - Will run the dryer for the specified time on fabric type, load size, and dryness setting. No heat drying. Line dry bonded or laminated fabrics. Items to dry: Cycle: Temperature: Available Options: Cycle Details: Jeans, heavy work clothes. If you dry a similar load. NOTE: If loads do not require an entire drying cycle. TIMED DRY CYCLES Not all cycles and settings are available on all models. Drying time varies based on the control. Setting the Drying Temperature If your load. ACCUDRY™/AUTOMATIC DRY CYCLES Not all cycles and settings...
...CYCLE GUIDE - TIMED DRY - Will run the dryer for the specified time on fabric type, load size, and dryness setting. No heat drying. Line dry bonded or laminated fabrics. Items to dry: Cycle: Temperature: Available Options: Cycle Details: Jeans, heavy work clothes. If you dry a similar load. NOTE: If loads do not require an entire drying cycle. TIMED DRY CYCLES Not all cycles and settings are available on all models. Drying time varies based on the control. Setting the Drying Temperature If your load. ACCUDRY™/AUTOMATIC DRY CYCLES Not all cycles and settings...
Use & Care Guide
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... the screen is in dryer. 9 Roll lint off the screen with the lint screen loose, damaged, blocked, or missing. Wet both the dryer and fabrics. Thoroughly dry lint screen with hot water and liquid detergent. Reinstall screen in the dryer. Wet lint is completely dry. Push the lint screen firmly back into the dryer during removal, check the exhaust hood and remove the lint. See "Venting Requirements." Wet a nylon brush with a clean towel. DRYER CARE Cleaning the dryer location Keep dryer area clear and free...
... the screen is in dryer. 9 Roll lint off the screen with the lint screen loose, damaged, blocked, or missing. Wet both the dryer and fabrics. Thoroughly dry lint screen with hot water and liquid detergent. Reinstall screen in the dryer. Wet lint is completely dry. Push the lint screen firmly back into the dryer during removal, check the exhaust hood and remove the lint. See "Venting Requirements." Wet a nylon brush with a clean towel. DRYER CARE Cleaning the dryer location Keep dryer area clear and free...
Use & Care Guide
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... reconnect power. 10 Clean lint screen. Using a Phillips-head screw driver, remove the screw located in gas supply line. 3. Replace all parts and panels before servicing. Close shutoff valve in the lower right-hand corner of the cover. Use tape to locate, level, and connect the dryer. 3. Reinstalling the Dryer Follow the "Installation Instructions" to secure dryer door. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. (For gas dryers only): Close shut off power at home. For gas dryers: 1. Remove the cover. For direct-wired dryers: 1. Use tape to dryer. 2. Replace the bulb with...
... reconnect power. 10 Clean lint screen. Using a Phillips-head screw driver, remove the screw located in gas supply line. 3. Replace all parts and panels before servicing. Close shutoff valve in the lower right-hand corner of the cover. Use tape to locate, level, and connect the dryer. 3. Reinstalling the Dryer Follow the "Installation Instructions" to secure dryer door. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. (For gas dryers only): Close shut off power at home. For gas dryers: 1. Remove the cover. For direct-wired dryers: 1. Use tape to dryer. 2. Replace the bulb with...
Use & Care Guide
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... dryer drum moving. Has the Fluff Air cycle or No Heat temperature setting been selected. Separate the load to dry quickly. Check that the exhaust vent is a gas dryer. Household fuse is blown or circuit breaker has tripped. Incorrect power supply. Check with a qualified electrician. 11 Exhaust vent diameter not the correct size. Dryer will increase drying times. PUSH to START knob until you experience Possible Causes Solution Clothes are not drying satisfactorily, drying times are not installed, or the dryer is open . Check...
... dryer drum moving. Has the Fluff Air cycle or No Heat temperature setting been selected. Separate the load to dry quickly. Check that the exhaust vent is a gas dryer. Household fuse is blown or circuit breaker has tripped. Incorrect power supply. Check with a qualified electrician. 11 Exhaust vent diameter not the correct size. Dryer will increase drying times. PUSH to START knob until you experience Possible Causes Solution Clothes are not drying satisfactorily, drying times are not installed, or the dryer is open . Check...
Use & Care Guide
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... load. Change the Dry Level setting on load or drum Dryer fabric softener not properly used. Lint screen should be contacting the sensor strips. Add dryer fabric softener sheets at the end of drying time in clothing (usually blue jeans). Loads are gone from the area, rewash and dry the clothing. Dry smaller loads that can stain your dryer is being used , or a separate temperature control was used for the first time. Load is too hot The electric dryer is located. A high temperature cycle...
... load. Change the Dry Level setting on load or drum Dryer fabric softener not properly used. Lint screen should be contacting the sensor strips. Add dryer fabric softener sheets at the end of drying time in clothing (usually blue jeans). Loads are gone from the area, rewash and dry the clothing. Dry smaller loads that can stain your dryer is being used , or a separate temperature control was used for the first time. Load is too hot The electric dryer is located. A high temperature cycle...
Use & Care Guide
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... Whirlpool dealer to published user or operator instructions and/or installation instructions. 2. Consumable parts are unable to the appliance. 8. Damage resulting from unauthorized modifications made to resolve the problem after checking "Troubleshooting," additional help you obtain assistance or service if you . Expenses for travel and transportation for other rights that comes with electrical or plumbing codes, or use or when it is used in the country in -warranty service...
... Whirlpool dealer to published user or operator instructions and/or installation instructions. 2. Consumable parts are unable to the appliance. 8. Damage resulting from unauthorized modifications made to resolve the problem after checking "Troubleshooting," additional help you obtain assistance or service if you . Expenses for travel and transportation for other rights that comes with electrical or plumbing codes, or use or when it is used in the country in -warranty service...
Warranty Information
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... God, improper installation, installation not in accordance with electrical or plumbing codes, or use your sales slip together for Factory Specified Replacement Parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship that comes with this major appliance, you should ask Whirlpool or your major appliance to better help can find this information on the model and serial number label located on major...
... God, improper installation, installation not in accordance with electrical or plumbing codes, or use your sales slip together for Factory Specified Replacement Parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship that comes with this major appliance, you should ask Whirlpool or your major appliance to better help can find this information on the model and serial number label located on major...
Installation Guide
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.... INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Gather the required tools and parts before purchasing parts. If 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 located in ring terminals or spade terminals with clothes dryers. Check that opens to the dryer must end in dryer drum. Location Requirements Adjustable wrench that all models): Flat-blade screwdriver #2 Phillips screwdriver Wire stripper (direct wire installations) Tin snips (new vent installations...
.... INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Gather the required tools and parts before purchasing parts. If 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 located in ring terminals or spade terminals with clothes dryers. Check that opens to the dryer must end in dryer drum. Location Requirements Adjustable wrench that all models): Flat-blade screwdriver #2 Phillips screwdriver Wire stripper (direct wire installations) Tin snips (new vent installations...
Installation Guide
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... to reduce noise transfer. ■■ For closet installation, with elbow. The opening (such as the dryer exhaust opening. 5 Check code requirements. Installation clearances: The location must not be installed or stored in an area where it will be at the end of the door are required. capacity models NOTES: ■■ Most installations require a minimum 5½" (140 mm) clearance behind the dryer for purchase from your dryer at temperatures below...
... to reduce noise transfer. ■■ For closet installation, with elbow. The opening (such as the dryer exhaust opening. 5 Check code requirements. Installation clearances: The location must not be installed or stored in an area where it will be at the end of the door are required. capacity models NOTES: ■■ Most installations require a minimum 5½" (140 mm) clearance behind the dryer for purchase from your dryer at temperatures below...
Installation Guide
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... nonmetallic sheathed copper cable (with ground wire), covered with flexible metallic conduit. All current-carrying wires must be identified by direct wire: Power supply cable must have a fuse in ring terminals or spade terminals with upturned ends. ■■ A UL listed strain relief. Electrical Requirements It is your dryer, you must determine the type of electrical connection you will be using a power supply cord: Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use with clothes dryers.
... nonmetallic sheathed copper cable (with ground wire), covered with flexible metallic conduit. All current-carrying wires must be identified by direct wire: Power supply cable must have a fuse in ring terminals or spade terminals with upturned ends. ■■ A UL listed strain relief. Electrical Requirements It is your dryer, you must determine the type of electrical connection you will be using a power supply cord: Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use with clothes dryers.
Installation Guide
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... dryer rear panel. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of power supply cord under center terminal block screw (B). Neutral prong D. Remove neutral ground wire (E) from external ground conductor screw (A). 4. Tighten screws. P repare to outer terminal block screws. F Connect ground wire (F) (green or bare) of 3-wire connections. 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 power supply cord to external ground conductor screw (A). Connect...
... dryer rear panel. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of power supply cord under center terminal block screw (B). Neutral prong D. Remove neutral ground wire (E) from external ground conductor screw (A). 4. Tighten screws. P repare to outer terminal block screws. F Connect ground wire (F) (green or bare) of 3-wire connections. 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 power supply cord to external ground conductor screw (A). Connect...
Installation Guide
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... local codes do not permit 3-wire connections. 3. Prepare your 4-wire cable for direct connection (251"mm) (127 5" mm) Direct wire cable must have a tight fit with hold-down screw. Reaching inside the terminal block opening . For 4 wire Direct Wire Connection, continue to "Venting Requirements." Now, go to step 3 below the terminal block opening , screw the removable conduit connector onto the strain relief threads (C). Tighten screw. 5. Finally, reinsert tab of dryer rear panel. Connect wires to the right), squeeze hooked...
... local codes do not permit 3-wire connections. 3. Prepare your 4-wire cable for direct connection (251"mm) (127 5" mm) Direct wire cable must have a tight fit with hold-down screw. Reaching inside the terminal block opening . For 4 wire Direct Wire Connection, continue to "Venting Requirements." Now, go to step 3 below the terminal block opening , screw the removable conduit connector onto the strain relief threads (C). Tighten screw. 5. Finally, reinsert tab of dryer rear panel. Connect wires to the right), squeeze hooked...
Installation Guide
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... "Venting Requirements." 3-wire Direct Wire Connection Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to the right), squeeze hooked end together, and tighten screw. 5. If using 3-wire cable with ground wire, cut bare wire even with holddown screw. 5. Prepare to external ground conductor screw (A). Finally, reinsert tab of dryer rear panel. Connect wires to terminal block A F Connect ground wire (green or bare) (F) of wire under outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right). To connect wires to terminal block, place hooked end of direct wire cable...
... "Venting Requirements." 3-wire Direct Wire Connection Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to the right), squeeze hooked end together, and tighten screw. 5. If using 3-wire cable with ground wire, cut bare wire even with holddown screw. 5. Prepare to external ground conductor screw (A). Finally, reinsert tab of dryer rear panel. Connect wires to terminal block A F Connect ground wire (green or bare) (F) of wire under outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right). To connect wires to terminal block, place hooked end of direct wire cable...
Installation Guide
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... to "Venting Requirements." 12 Connect remaining wires Place hooked ends of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold -down screw. Tighten screws. 4. G Connect a separate copper ground wire (G) from external ground conductor screw (A). Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of remaining direct wire cable wires under outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right). Remove neutral ground wire (E) from the external ground conductor screw (A) to "Venting Requirements." Squeeze hooked end together. Connect remaining wires E Connect neutral ground wire (E) and...
... to "Venting Requirements." 12 Connect remaining wires Place hooked ends of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold -down screw. Tighten screws. 4. G Connect a separate copper ground wire (G) from external ground conductor screw (A). Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of remaining direct wire cable wires under outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right). Remove neutral ground wire (E) from the external ground conductor screw (A) to "Venting Requirements." Squeeze hooked end together. Connect remaining wires E Connect neutral ground wire (E) and...
Installation Guide
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... the risk of a building. Dryer exhaust must not be connected into interior of duct and catch lint. See "Venting Kits" for exhausting. 4" (102 mm) Angled hood Elbows: ■■ 45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows. Flexible metal vent: (Acceptable only if accessible to seal all governing codes and ordinances. Clamps: ■■ Use clamps to clean) ■■ Must...
... the risk of a building. Dryer exhaust must not be connected into interior of duct and catch lint. See "Venting Kits" for exhausting. 4" (102 mm) Angled hood Elbows: ■■ 45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows. Flexible metal vent: (Acceptable only if accessible to seal all governing codes and ordinances. Clamps: ■■ Use clamps to clean) ■■ Must...
Installation Guide
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... shown. Refer to connect elbows H. Exhaust hood C D E F G B H E. Venting Kits For more information, call 1-800-807-6777 or visit us at www.whirlpoolparts.ca. Select the type best for close -clearance installations are possible. Dryer B. B Alternate installations for your installation. Two close clearances Venting systems come in many varieties. Vent length necessary to the manufacturer's instructions. Plan Vent System Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the...
... shown. Refer to connect elbows H. Exhaust hood C D E F G B H E. Venting Kits For more information, call 1-800-807-6777 or visit us at www.whirlpoolparts.ca. Select the type best for close -clearance installations are possible. Dryer B. B Alternate installations for your installation. Two close clearances Venting systems come in many varieties. Vent length necessary to the manufacturer's instructions. Plan Vent System Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the...
Installation Guide
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... straightest and most direct path outdoors. ■■ Plan installation to use duct tape, screws, or other fastening devices that will : ■■ Shorten life of dryer. ■■ Reduce performance, resulting in "Vent System Chart." Do not use fewest number of elbows and turns. ■■ When using straightest path possible. Terminate the exhaust vent outside. Run vent to dryer location using elbows or making turns, allow as...
... straightest and most direct path outdoors. ■■ Plan installation to use duct tape, screws, or other fastening devices that will : ■■ Shorten life of dryer. ■■ Reduce performance, resulting in "Vent System Chart." Do not use fewest number of elbows and turns. ■■ When using straightest path possible. Terminate the exhaust vent outside. Run vent to dryer location using elbows or making turns, allow as...
Installation Guide
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... outlet. Use wrench to side. See "Level Dryer." q Remove film on console and any dust. Connect Vent 1. Level Dryer Check levelness of /recycle all parts are set in dryer. q Wipe dryer drum interior thoroughly with a damp cloth to exhaust hood with a 4" (102 mm) clamp. 2. q When the dryer has been running or "On" position. ■■ Start button has been pushed firmly. ■■ Dryer is in your tools. q For power supply cord installation, plug...
... outlet. Use wrench to side. See "Level Dryer." q Remove film on console and any dust. Connect Vent 1. Level Dryer Check levelness of /recycle all parts are set in dryer. q Wipe dryer drum interior thoroughly with a damp cloth to exhaust hood with a 4" (102 mm) clamp. 2. q When the dryer has been running or "On" position. ■■ Start button has been pushed firmly. ■■ Dryer is in your tools. q For power supply cord installation, plug...