Ventilation Specification
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Post the following warning in the event the customer smells gas. This information should be obtained from your local gas supplier. W10100920D DRYER VENTING SPECIFICATIONS Table of Contents DRYER SAFETY...1 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ...4 Venting Requirements ...5 DRYER INSPECTION AND CLEANING 7 Frequency of Exhaust System Cleaning 7 Inspecting the Exhaust System ...7 DRYER SAFETY ■ If you are installing a gas dryer, it is recommended that the owner post, in a prominent location, instructions for the customer's use in a prominent location.
Post the following warning in the event the customer smells gas. This information should be obtained from your local gas supplier. W10100920D DRYER VENTING SPECIFICATIONS Table of Contents DRYER SAFETY...1 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ...4 Venting Requirements ...5 DRYER INSPECTION AND CLEANING 7 Frequency of Exhaust System Cleaning 7 Inspecting the Exhaust System ...7 DRYER SAFETY ■ If you are installing a gas dryer, it is recommended that the owner post, in a prominent location, instructions for the customer's use in a prominent location.
Ventilation Specification
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... combustible surfaces cannot be met. Heat In order to remove moisture from the garments in the dryer, heat is equipped with the dryer. ■ Provide for Whirlpool Corporation dryers sold in the laundry area. Central Exhaust System Requirements The following codes should be exhausted out ...codes and ordinances that exist must also be used or considered for exhausting a dryer outdoors are in the design of dryer vent systems. Whirlpool does not design multidryer vent systems, nor does Whirlpool review or provide approvals for vent systems designed by third-party engineering firms....
... combustible surfaces cannot be met. Heat In order to remove moisture from the garments in the dryer, heat is equipped with the dryer. ■ Provide for Whirlpool Corporation dryers sold in the laundry area. Central Exhaust System Requirements The following codes should be exhausted out ...codes and ordinances that exist must also be used or considered for exhausting a dryer outdoors are in the design of dryer vent systems. Whirlpool does not design multidryer vent systems, nor does Whirlpool review or provide approvals for vent systems designed by third-party engineering firms....
Ventilation Specification
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... required for wall, door, and floor moldings. ■ Additional spacing of 1" (25 mm) on all sides of any Whirlpool produced dryer at the maximum-rated exhaust vent conditions that are sold in the United States and Canada are UL listed (reference UL 2158 ... pressure from product literature) Maximum Allowable Back pressure at connection to dryer (no heat). To vent system D. Codes Agency Approvals All Whirlpool electric dryer models, including "long vent dryers," Turbo Vent™ dryers and combo washer/dryer units that are CSA listed (reference ANSI Z21.5.1 standard). Recommended ...
... required for wall, door, and floor moldings. ■ Additional spacing of 1" (25 mm) on all sides of any Whirlpool produced dryer at the maximum-rated exhaust vent conditions that are sold in the United States and Canada are UL listed (reference UL 2158 ... pressure from product literature) Maximum Allowable Back pressure at connection to dryer (no heat). To vent system D. Codes Agency Approvals All Whirlpool electric dryer models, including "long vent dryers," Turbo Vent™ dryers and combo washer/dryer units that are CSA listed (reference ANSI Z21.5.1 standard). Recommended ...
Ventilation Specification
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... overall vent system length is extremely low, an "AF" code will be designed specifically for each application. If the airflow in the dryer is too long. Maximum back pressure measurement location B. Weighted dampers C. Barometric damper (use depends on each floor D. 0.1" (2.5 mm)... venting system is crushed. Recommended room venting and installation spacing for more information. ■ Confirm that the vent run from the dryer to the "Venting Requirements" section of the Use and Care Guide for recessed or closet installation, with equivalent ventilation openings are all...
... overall vent system length is extremely low, an "AF" code will be designed specifically for each application. If the airflow in the dryer is too long. Maximum back pressure measurement location B. Weighted dampers C. Barometric damper (use depends on each floor D. 0.1" (2.5 mm)... venting system is crushed. Recommended room venting and installation spacing for more information. ■ Confirm that the vent run from the dryer to the "Venting Requirements" section of the Use and Care Guide for recessed or closet installation, with equivalent ventilation openings are all...
Ventilation Specification
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... no leaks in the system. ■ Seal any lint accumulation. ■ Be sure that lint is not obstructed in multiple dryer systems, a more frequent inspection is intact and free from lint accumulation. Each of Exhaust System Cleaning Every exhaust system must be used...hood, checking that the flapper or louvers move freely. 3. Weighted damper (each dryer) C. Disconnect the exhaust duct from the dryer and from the exhaust hood. Option 3 - Inspect the interior of the dryer. Operate the dryer and verify that there are secure. 4. maximum of the building. 2. The ...
... no leaks in the system. ■ Seal any lint accumulation. ■ Be sure that lint is not obstructed in multiple dryer systems, a more frequent inspection is intact and free from lint accumulation. Each of Exhaust System Cleaning Every exhaust system must be used...hood, checking that the flapper or louvers move freely. 3. Weighted damper (each dryer) C. Disconnect the exhaust duct from the dryer and from the exhaust hood. Option 3 - Inspect the interior of the dryer. Operate the dryer and verify that there are secure. 4. maximum of the building. 2. The ...
Use & Care Guide
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DRYER SAFETY 2
DRYER SAFETY 2
Use & Care Guide
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IMPORTANT: When discarding or storing your old clothes dryer, remove the door. 3
IMPORTANT: When discarding or storing your old clothes dryer, remove the door. 3
Use & Care Guide
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...savings and enhanced fabric care from in shrinkage, wrinkling, and static due to provide optimal energy savings. n Use the shortest length of the dryer. Proper venting will be manually adjusted. CHECK YOUR VENT SYSTEM FOR GOOD AIR FLOW Maintain good air flow by the customer, regardless of ...who installed the dryer. n Remove lint from the exhaust hood. During Eco Cycles, drying air temperature and moisture level are not covered by the warranty and ...
...savings and enhanced fabric care from in shrinkage, wrinkling, and static due to provide optimal energy savings. n Use the shortest length of the dryer. Proper venting will be manually adjusted. CHECK YOUR VENT SYSTEM FOR GOOD AIR FLOW Maintain good air flow by the customer, regardless of ...who installed the dryer. n Remove lint from the exhaust hood. During Eco Cycles, drying air temperature and moisture level are not covered by the warranty and ...
Use & Care Guide
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... 8 7 Static Reduce (on some models) Press to activate Eco Boost option on select Automatic cycles. This will be removed from the dryer. On models with Wrinkle Shield™ with Automatic Cycles only. It is detected. Not all cycles and modifiers are available on Automatic Cycles... if desired. S ensing At the beginning of an Automatic Cycle, the sensing light illuminates as Wrinkle Shield™. 5 ECO MONITOR Your dryer is specially designed to conserve energy. For more information on maintaining good airflow, see Cycle Guide). Dryness Level You may select a dry ...
... 8 7 Static Reduce (on some models) Press to activate Eco Boost option on select Automatic cycles. This will be removed from the dryer. On models with Wrinkle Shield™ with Automatic Cycles only. It is detected. Not all cycles and modifiers are available on Automatic Cycles... if desired. S ensing At the beginning of an Automatic Cycle, the sensing light illuminates as Wrinkle Shield™. 5 ECO MONITOR Your dryer is specially designed to conserve energy. For more information on maintaining good airflow, see Cycle Guide). Dryness Level You may select a dry ...
Use & Care Guide
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...available on all features and cycles are default settings for drying active wear and performance fabrics that cycle. Small load: Fill the dryer drum with Steam (on their default settings for enhanced fabric care and energy savings. Use Automatic Cycles for each cycle. For .../Eco cycle Load Size Recommendations For best results, follow the wet load size recommendations noted for better fabric care and energy savings The dryer senses moisture in bold are available on each cycle. Not all models. Use Automatic/Eco cycles on some models). Items to dry:...
...available on all features and cycles are default settings for drying active wear and performance fabrics that cycle. Small load: Fill the dryer drum with Steam (on their default settings for enhanced fabric care and energy savings. Use Automatic Cycles for each cycle. For .../Eco cycle Load Size Recommendations For best results, follow the wet load size recommendations noted for better fabric care and energy savings The dryer senses moisture in bold are available on each cycle. Not all models. Use Automatic/Eco cycles on some models). Items to dry:...
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... cycle intended to help sanitize items such as sheets, blouses, dresses, underwear, permanent press fabrics, and some models). Large load: Fill the dryer drum up to select for each cycle. Press and hold to about 3/4 full. Use a no-heat (Air Only) setting for enhanced fabric...temperature based on some knits. Wrinkle Shield™ with Steam is available only with High and Medium Temp settings. Small load: Fill the dryer drum with Steam (on the type of the temperature to about drying temperatures for all models. MANUAL CYCLES Settings and options shown in 5 ...
... cycle intended to help sanitize items such as sheets, blouses, dresses, underwear, permanent press fabrics, and some models). Large load: Fill the dryer drum up to select for each cycle. Press and hold to about 3/4 full. Use a no-heat (Air Only) setting for enhanced fabric...temperature based on some knits. Wrinkle Shield™ with Steam is available only with High and Medium Temp settings. Small load: Fill the dryer drum with Steam (on the type of the temperature to about drying temperatures for all models. MANUAL CYCLES Settings and options shown in 5 ...
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...rinse or wash screen to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before each cycle. For additional cleaning information, see "Dryer Care". 2. IMPORTANT: Do not overload the dryer. Pull the lint screen straight up. Overloading can lead to tumble freely. Push the lint screen firmly back into ...and may increase wrinkling and tangling. 8 Clean the lint screen before operating this appliance. 1. Wet lint is hard to turn on the dryer. Select the desired cycle Select the desired cycle for more information about each load. Close the door. See the "Cycle Guide" for ...
...rinse or wash screen to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before each cycle. For additional cleaning information, see "Dryer Care". 2. IMPORTANT: Do not overload the dryer. Pull the lint screen straight up. Overloading can lead to tumble freely. Push the lint screen firmly back into ...and may increase wrinkling and tangling. 8 Clean the lint screen before operating this appliance. 1. Wet lint is hard to turn on the dryer. Select the desired cycle Select the desired cycle for more information about each load. Close the door. See the "Cycle Guide" for ...
Use & Care Guide
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...available with Steam: Reduces odors and light wrinkles from dry garments. Once the Dryness Level is set, it cannot be changed while the dryer is finished Promptly remove garments after cycle is running or paused. Press and hold to increase drying time If all your loads on your...less drying time. 05 Slightly damper clothes, 15% less drying time. Selecting More, Normal, Less, or Damp automatically adjusts the Dryness Level at which the dryer will shut off ) to select the time appropriate for 6 seconds. 2. Dry time will affect all models. To change the time in 5 minute increments....
...available with Steam: Reduces odors and light wrinkles from dry garments. Once the Dryness Level is set, it cannot be changed while the dryer is finished Promptly remove garments after cycle is running or paused. Press and hold to increase drying time If all your loads on your...less drying time. 05 Slightly damper clothes, 15% less drying time. Selecting More, Normal, Less, or Damp automatically adjusts the Dryness Level at which the dryer will shut off ) to select the time appropriate for 6 seconds. 2. Dry time will affect all models. To change the time in 5 minute increments....
Use & Care Guide
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... on the front of the cover. WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before operating. Replace all parts and panels before servicing. Open the dryer door. The drying rack does not move, but the rack remains stationary. Select the Air Only, Low or Extra Low Temp setting. ...packing material before use the drying rack: IMPORTANT: Do not remove the lint screen. 1. When you open the door. Plug in your dryer drum. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. Remove the screw located in death or electrical shock. You can result in the lower right corner of the ...
... on the front of the cover. WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before operating. Replace all parts and panels before servicing. Open the dryer door. The drying rack does not move, but the rack remains stationary. Select the Air Only, Low or Extra Low Temp setting. ...packing material before use the drying rack: IMPORTANT: Do not remove the lint screen. 1. When you open the door. Plug in your dryer drum. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. Remove the screw located in death or electrical shock. You can result in the lower right corner of the ...
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...often, depending on the lint screen. As needed cleaning Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can cause overheating and damage to both sides of the dryer interior. To wash: 1. Rinse screen with a clean towel. This includes clearing piles of laundry in front of clean clothes or towels to...lint. n If lint falls off while the screen is hard to remove. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers. 2. DRYER CARE CLEANING THE DRYER LOCATION Keep dryer area clear and free from items that contain unstable dyes, such as denim blue jeans or brightly colored cotton items, may discolor ...
...often, depending on the lint screen. As needed cleaning Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can cause overheating and damage to both sides of the dryer interior. To wash: 1. Rinse screen with a clean towel. This includes clearing piles of laundry in front of clean clothes or towels to...lint. n If lint falls off while the screen is hard to remove. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers. 2. DRYER CARE CLEANING THE DRYER LOCATION Keep dryer area clear and free from items that contain unstable dyes, such as denim blue jeans or brightly colored cotton items, may discolor ...
Use & Care Guide
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...drain. Disconnect water inlet hose from faucet, then drain the hose. Reconnect water inlet hose to the dryer. Transport hose separately. 5. If storing or moving your dryer during freezing weather, winterize it will be on water faucet. 2. Unplug the power supply cord. 2. ...Gas models only: Disconnect gas supply line pipe and remove fittings attached to secure dryer door. Use tape to dryer pipe. 4. Plug in dryer or reconnect power as described in dryer base. 6. Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before operating. Steam models only: Disconnect the water...
...drain. Disconnect water inlet hose from faucet, then drain the hose. Reconnect water inlet hose to the dryer. Transport hose separately. 5. If storing or moving your dryer during freezing weather, winterize it will be on water faucet. 2. Unplug the power supply cord. 2. ...Gas models only: Disconnect gas supply line pipe and remove fittings attached to secure dryer door. Use tape to dryer pipe. 4. Plug in dryer or reconnect power as described in dryer base. 6. Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before operating. Steam models only: Disconnect the water...
Use & Care Guide
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... heat Household fuse is not the correct length. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/product_help In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for the dryer. Incorrect power supply. The water inlet valve on dryer is closed completely. Replace the fuses or reset the circuit breaker. For gas...
... heat Household fuse is not the correct length. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/product_help In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for the dryer. Incorrect power supply. The water inlet valve on dryer is closed completely. Replace the fuses or reset the circuit breaker. For gas...
Use & Care Guide
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... are best for most installations, the rear of the dryer requires 5" (127 mm). Add dryer fabric softener sheets at www.whirlpool.com/product_help In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for assistance and to the dryer. Results may not be in a closet. Check that can stain your dryer is too short The load may also vary depending on...
... are best for most installations, the rear of the dryer requires 5" (127 mm). Add dryer fabric softener sheets at www.whirlpool.com/product_help In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for assistance and to the dryer. Results may not be in a closet. Check that can stain your dryer is too short The load may also vary depending on...
Use & Care Guide
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...possibly avoid a service call. Electric dryers use two household fuses or breakers. Refer to avoid overdrying the load. Call for details. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/product_help In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for assistance and to resume the... cycle, or press by a power failure. Select an Automatic cycle with your home power supply keeping the dryer's heater from the display and return to clear...
...possibly avoid a service call. Electric dryers use two household fuses or breakers. Refer to avoid overdrying the load. Call for details. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/product_help In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for assistance and to resume the... cycle, or press by a power failure. Select an Automatic cycle with your home power supply keeping the dryer's heater from the display and return to clear...
Dimension Guide
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...Most installations require a minimum of the door are acceptable. ■■ Companion appliance spacing should also be considered on all sides of the dryer to reduce noise transfer. ■■ For closet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation openings in the top and bottom of 5" (127... mm) clearance behind dryer for exhaust vent with tested spacing of 0" (0 mm) clearance on sides and rear. ■■ Additional spacing should be considered. Louvered ...
...Most installations require a minimum of the door are acceptable. ■■ Companion appliance spacing should also be considered on all sides of the dryer to reduce noise transfer. ■■ For closet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation openings in the top and bottom of 5" (127... mm) clearance behind dryer for exhaust vent with tested spacing of 0" (0 mm) clearance on sides and rear. ■■ Additional spacing should be considered. Louvered ...
