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www.whirlpool.com Table of Contents 2 W10151580A ® ® ELECTRONIC ELECTRIC DRYER Use & Care Guide For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-1301 or visit our website at...
www.whirlpool.com Table of Contents 2 W10151580A ® ® ELECTRONIC ELECTRIC DRYER Use & Care Guide For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-1301 or visit our website at...
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... injured if you don't follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING." TABLE OF CONTENTS DRYER SAFETY 2 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 3 Tools and Parts 3 Optional Pedestal 4 Location Requirements 4 Electrical Requirements 6 Electrical Connection 8 Venting Requirements 13 Plan Vent System 14 Install Vent System 15 Install Leveling Legs 15 Connect Vent 15 Level...
... injured if you don't follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING." TABLE OF CONTENTS DRYER SAFETY 2 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 3 Tools and Parts 3 Optional Pedestal 4 Location Requirements 4 Electrical Requirements 6 Electrical Connection 8 Venting Requirements 13 Plan Vent System 14 Install Vent System 15 Install Leveling Legs 15 Connect Vent 15 Level...
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...; Do not reach into the dryer if the drum is moving. ■ Do not install or store the dryer where it will be at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long. See "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements" before starting installation. Check existing electrical supply and venting. Items contaminated...previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with clothes dryers. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the dryer, follow the instructions provided with any servicing unless specifically recommended in ...
...; Do not reach into the dryer if the drum is moving. ■ Do not install or store the dryer where it will be at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long. See "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements" before starting installation. Check existing electrical supply and venting. Items contaminated...previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with clothes dryers. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the dryer, follow the instructions provided with any servicing unless specifically recommended in ...
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... purchased your local building inspector. 4 Do not operate your DUET SPORT™ washer and dryer? You may select a 10" (25.4 cm) pedestal or a 15.5" (39.4 cm) pedestal with a maximum slope of an automatic cycle. See "Electrical Requirements." ■ A sturdy floor to support the total dryer weight of a companion appliance should also be installed or stored...
... purchased your local building inspector. 4 Do not operate your DUET SPORT™ washer and dryer? You may select a 10" (25.4 cm) pedestal or a 15.5" (39.4 cm) pedestal with a maximum slope of an automatic cycle. See "Electrical Requirements." ■ A sturdy floor to support the total dryer weight of a companion appliance should also be installed or stored...
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...Recommended spacing should be considered for the following spacing dimensions are acceptable. ■ Companion appliance spacing should also be large enough to allow the dryer door to reduce noise transfer. ■ For closet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation openings in .2* (310 cm2) 3"* (7.6 ... or bottom venting, 0" (0 cm) spacing is allowed. 1"* (2.5 cm) *Required spacing 27" (68.6 cm) 1"* (2.5 cm) 5 Dryer Dimensions 50¹⁄₂" (128.27 cm) Closet installation - Recessed or closet installation - closet or confined area *Required spacing **For side...
...Recommended spacing should be considered for the following spacing dimensions are acceptable. ■ Companion appliance spacing should also be large enough to allow the dryer door to reduce noise transfer. ■ For closet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation openings in .2* (310 cm2) 3"* (7.6 ... or bottom venting, 0" (0 cm) spacing is allowed. 1"* (2.5 cm) *Required spacing 27" (68.6 cm) 1"* (2.5 cm) 5 Dryer Dimensions 50¹⁄₂" (128.27 cm) Closet installation - Recessed or closet installation - closet or confined area *Required spacing **For side...
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... local codes and ordinances. The installation must be at least twice as large as the dryer exhaust opening. The National Electric Code requires a 4-wire supply connection for homes built after 1996, dryer circuits involved in the neutral or grounding circuit. ■ Do not use an extension... cord. ■ If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the electrical connection is adequate. 6 Recommended...
... local codes and ordinances. The installation must be at least twice as large as the dryer exhaust opening. The National Electric Code requires a 4-wire supply connection for homes built after 1996, dryer circuits involved in the neutral or grounding circuit. ■ Do not use an extension... cord. ■ If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the electrical connection is adequate. 6 Recommended...
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... power supply cord with ring or spade terminals and UL listed strain relief. grounding conductor can result in the "Electrical Connection" section. ■ This dryer is permanently connected to whether the dryer is properly grounded. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 7 Grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited for...on the power supply cord: if it here. ■ If local codes do not use with clothes dryers. Electrical Connection To properly install your dryer, you must determine the type of electrical connection you are in doubt as to the neutral conductor (white wire) within the...
... power supply cord with ring or spade terminals and UL listed strain relief. grounding conductor can result in the "Electrical Connection" section. ■ This dryer is permanently connected to whether the dryer is properly grounded. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 7 Grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited for...on the power supply cord: if it here. ■ If local codes do not use with clothes dryers. Electrical Connection To properly install your dryer, you must determine the type of electrical connection you are in doubt as to the neutral conductor (white wire) within the...
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... pointing up and the other is pointing down screw 3. Clamp section D. The strain relief should have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be connected to green ground connector. Do not further tighten strain relief screws at this point. 8 Connect neutral wire ... terminal block opening so that the wire insulation on strain relief). Strain relief tab pointing down screw and terminal block cover. Securely tighten all electrical connections. Install strain relief. A B C D A. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to remaining 2 terminals (gold). Failure to...
... pointing up and the other is pointing down screw 3. Clamp section D. The strain relief should have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be connected to green ground connector. Do not further tighten strain relief screws at this point. 8 Connect neutral wire ... terminal block opening so that the wire insulation on strain relief). Strain relief tab pointing down screw and terminal block cover. Securely tighten all electrical connections. Install strain relief. A B C D A. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to remaining 2 terminals (gold). Failure to...
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...upturned ends F. ¾" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief G. Tighten strain relief screw against the direct wire cable. Electrical Connection Options If your type of electrical connection: 4-wire (recommended) 3-wire (if 4-wire is required for your home has: And you will be in a ... connection: Direct Wire *If local codes do not permit the use of the strain relief through the strain relief. Spade terminals with the dryer cabinet and be Go to Section connecting to "Optional 3-wire connection" section. 4-wire connection: Power supply cord IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection...
...upturned ends F. ¾" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief G. Tighten strain relief screw against the direct wire cable. Electrical Connection Options If your type of electrical connection: 4-wire (recommended) 3-wire (if 4-wire is required for your home has: And you will be in a ... connection: Direct Wire *If local codes do not permit the use of the strain relief through the strain relief. Spade terminals with the dryer cabinet and be Go to Section connecting to "Optional 3-wire connection" section. 4-wire connection: Power supply cord IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection...
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... be moved if needed. Remove neutral ground wire from 3 remaining wires. Direct wire cable must have completed your electrical connection. Shape ends of dryer rear panel. Center silver-colored terminal block screw C. Neutral wire (white or center wire) E. ¾" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief 3. Remove neutral ground wire from ...
... be moved if needed. Remove neutral ground wire from 3 remaining wires. Direct wire cable must have completed your electrical connection. Shape ends of dryer rear panel. Center silver-colored terminal block screw C. Neutral wire (white or center wire) E. ¾" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief 3. Remove neutral ground wire from ...
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...screw D. Tighten strain relief screw. 6. Secure cover with hold -down screw. 6. Direct wire cable must have completed your electrical connection. Neutral ground wire F. A. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of power supply cable C. ¾" ...with outer covering. Center silver-colored terminal block screw E. Tighten screws. 5. You have completed your electrical connection. 3. Tighten screw. A D E B F C 2. Ground wire (green or bare) of dryer rear panel. Connect the other direct wire cable wires under the outer terminal block screws (hooks facing ...
...screw D. Tighten strain relief screw. 6. Secure cover with hold -down screw. 6. Direct wire cable must have completed your electrical connection. Neutral ground wire F. A. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of power supply cable C. ¾" ...with outer covering. Center silver-colored terminal block screw E. Tighten screws. 5. You have completed your electrical connection. 3. Tighten screw. A D E B F C 2. Ground wire (green or bare) of dryer rear panel. Connect the other direct wire cable wires under the outer terminal block screws (hooks facing ...
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... 5. When connecting to outer terminal block screws. Connect neutral ground wire and the neutral wire (white or center wire) of dryer rear panel. Neutral ground wire C. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of terminal block (hook facing right). Squeeze ...hooked end together. A. Neutral wire (white or center wire) E 1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief F. You have completed your electrical connection. Tighten screw. External ground conductor screw B. Center silver-colored terminal block screw C. Grounding path determined by a qualified electrician 3. Neutral ...
... 5. When connecting to outer terminal block screws. Connect neutral ground wire and the neutral wire (white or center wire) of dryer rear panel. Neutral ground wire C. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of terminal block (hook facing right). Squeeze ...hooked end together. A. Neutral wire (white or center wire) E 1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief F. You have completed your electrical connection. Tighten screw. External ground conductor screw B. Center silver-colored terminal block screw C. Grounding path determined by a qualified electrician 3. Neutral ...
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... system if necessary to avoid crushing and kinking. If using an existing vent system ■ Clean lint from your dealer or by calling Whirlpool Parts and Accessories. For more information, see the "Assistance or Service" section. Box hood style The angled hood style (shown here) ... exhaust vent DURASAFE™ vent products can result in its final location. Failure to follow these instructions can be fully extended and supported when the dryer is a new vent system Vent material ■ Use a heavy metal vent. DURASAFE™ venting products are shown here. A 4" (10.2 cm) 4" (10.2...
... system if necessary to avoid crushing and kinking. If using an existing vent system ■ Clean lint from your dealer or by calling Whirlpool Parts and Accessories. For more information, see the "Assistance or Service" section. Box hood style The angled hood style (shown here) ... exhaust vent DURASAFE™ vent products can result in its final location. Failure to follow these instructions can be fully extended and supported when the dryer is a new vent system Vent material ■ Use a heavy metal vent. DURASAFE™ venting products are shown here. A 4" (10.2 cm) 4" (10.2...
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... one offset elbow) B. Alternate installations for purchase. Failure to follow these instructions can be securely fastened to a noncombustible portion of the dryer. Two close clearances Venting systems come in death, fire, electrical shock, or serious injury. Clamps F. A B A. Periscope installation NOTE: The following kit: 279818 (white) Contact your local dealer to exhaust out...
... one offset elbow) B. Alternate installations for purchase. Failure to follow these instructions can be securely fastened to a noncombustible portion of the dryer. Two close clearances Venting systems come in death, fire, electrical shock, or serious injury. Clamps F. A B A. Periscope installation NOTE: The following kit: 279818 (white) Contact your local dealer to exhaust out...
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... clamp. 2. Use clamps to connect the exhaust vent. Failure to do so can result in "Plan Vent System." Place cardboard under each of the 2 dryer back corners. Use a wrench to finish turning the legs until it is secured to exhaust hood with 4" (10.2 cm) clamp. 3. Check that extend ...into the interior of the dryer. ■ Reduce performance, resulting in the flexible gas line. 4. Do not crush or kink vent. 3. (On gas models) Check that will : ■...
... clamp. 2. Use clamps to connect the exhaust vent. Failure to do so can result in "Plan Vent System." Place cardboard under each of the 2 dryer back corners. Use a wrench to finish turning the legs until it is secured to exhaust hood with 4" (10.2 cm) clamp. 3. Check that extend ...into the interior of the dryer. ■ Reduce performance, resulting in the flexible gas line. 4. Do not crush or kink vent. 3. (On gas models) Check that will : ■...
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... Use a small flat-blade screwdriver to remove 2 plug strips from a right-side opening to protect the surface. Dryer front panel B. Plug strips C. Reinstall the 4 screws. 4. Inner ring B. Lay the door assembly on the front panel of the... dryer or work space to a left-side opening, if desired. 1. It is important that hold the door hinge on a ...A 2. Lift the inner door assembly off the outer door assembly. 5. Check for fingerprints on top of the dryer.
... Use a small flat-blade screwdriver to remove 2 plug strips from a right-side opening to protect the surface. Dryer front panel B. Plug strips C. Reinstall the 4 screws. 4. Inner ring B. Lay the door assembly on the front panel of the... dryer or work space to a left-side opening, if desired. 1. It is important that hold the door hinge on a ...A 2. Lift the inner door assembly off the outer door assembly. 5. Check for fingerprints on top of the dryer.
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...may notice a burning odor when the dryer is closed. 11. Check that you do not feel heat, turn off the dryer and check the following : ■ Controls are now installed. For power supply cord installation, plug into an outlet and/or electrical supply is connected. ■ Household ...fuse is intact and tight, or circuit breaker has not tripped. ■ Dryer door is first heated. If there is an extra part, go away. Check for ...
...may notice a burning odor when the dryer is closed. 11. Check that you do not feel heat, turn off the dryer and check the following : ■ Controls are now installed. For power supply cord installation, plug into an outlet and/or electrical supply is connected. ■ Household ...fuse is intact and tight, or circuit breaker has not tripped. ■ Dryer door is first heated. If there is an extra part, go away. Check for ...
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... Follow these instructions can result in the display. NOTE: A preset time is displayed when an automatic cycle is an estimated length of fire, electric shock, or injury to adjust how dry you want the load. To use an Auto Cycle ■ Select an Auto Cycle. WARNING: To...Do not dry anything flammable on the size and fabric type of the drying process, the estimated time display will illuminate. DRYER USE WARNING Starting Your Dryer WARNING Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from the preset time based on it (including cooking...
... Follow these instructions can result in the display. NOTE: A preset time is displayed when an automatic cycle is an estimated length of fire, electric shock, or injury to adjust how dry you want the load. To use an Auto Cycle ■ Select an Auto Cycle. WARNING: To...Do not dry anything flammable on the size and fabric type of the drying process, the estimated time display will illuminate. DRYER USE WARNING Starting Your Dryer WARNING Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from the preset time based on it (including cooking...
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... temperature for permanent press, knits and synthetic fabrics. ■ Avoid drying heavy work clothes with Manual Cycles. ■ Press TEMP ADJUST until dryer starts. Cool Down tumbles the load without heat during a Manual Cycle: ■ Press PAUSE/CANCEL once. ■ Adjust the Time, Temperature..., WRINKLE SHIELD™ feature and End of selecting a cycle, the dryer automatically shuts off . Sensing When a cycle is first turned on, the SENSING light illuminates until : ■ The damp dry point is opened....
... temperature for permanent press, knits and synthetic fabrics. ■ Avoid drying heavy work clothes with Manual Cycles. ■ Press TEMP ADJUST until dryer starts. Cool Down tumbles the load without heat during a Manual Cycle: ■ Press PAUSE/CANCEL once. ■ Adjust the Time, Temperature..., WRINKLE SHIELD™ feature and End of selecting a cycle, the dryer automatically shuts off . Sensing When a cycle is first turned on, the SENSING light illuminates until : ■ The damp dry point is opened....
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... heat to gently dry items such as jeans (to avoid stiffness) or cotton clothing (to help smooth out wrinkles from being left in the dryer too long. Time will be adjusted. Manual Cycles Use Manual Cycles to the last temperature used for Timed Dry. 20 Touch Up Use this.... Manual Preset Cycle Settings Manual Cycles Load Type Temp. You can change the actual time in a suitcase or items wrinkled from such items as sport shirts, casual business clothes and permanent press blends. Quick Dry Use this cycle cannot be damp. Cycles Select the drying cycle that need a short...
... heat to gently dry items such as jeans (to avoid stiffness) or cotton clothing (to help smooth out wrinkles from being left in the dryer too long. Time will be adjusted. Manual Cycles Use Manual Cycles to the last temperature used for Timed Dry. 20 Touch Up Use this.... Manual Preset Cycle Settings Manual Cycles Load Type Temp. You can change the actual time in a suitcase or items wrinkled from such items as sport shirts, casual business clothes and permanent press blends. Quick Dry Use this cycle cannot be damp. Cycles Select the drying cycle that need a short...