Dimension Guide
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... most direct path outdoors. ■■ Plan installation to use . A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker and a separate circuit are for best drying performance: ■■ Use following Vent System Chart to determine type of the exhaust. WATER (STEAM MODELS ONLY) REQUIREMENTS The dryer must be used . Do not overtighten. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS - Do not use old hoses. For lengths over 20 ft (6.1 m), larger tubing should be in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1. Connect...
... most direct path outdoors. ■■ Plan installation to use . A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker and a separate circuit are for best drying performance: ■■ Use following Vent System Chart to determine type of the exhaust. WATER (STEAM MODELS ONLY) REQUIREMENTS The dryer must be used . Do not overtighten. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS - Do not use old hoses. For lengths over 20 ft (6.1 m), larger tubing should be in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1. Connect...
Warranty Information
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... implied warranties of your authorized Whirlpool dealer to province. 03/14 17 LIMITATION OF REMEDIES; In the U.S. This limited warranty is reported to correct improper product maintenance or installation, installation not in fixtures (i.e. house wiring, fuses, or water inlet hoses). 4. gas or reversal of inaccessible appliances or built-in accordance with original model/serial numbers removed, altered, or not easily determined. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and...
... implied warranties of your authorized Whirlpool dealer to province. 03/14 17 LIMITATION OF REMEDIES; In the U.S. This limited warranty is reported to correct improper product maintenance or installation, installation not in fixtures (i.e. house wiring, fuses, or water inlet hoses). 4. gas or reversal of inaccessible appliances or built-in accordance with original model/serial numbers removed, altered, or not easily determined. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and...
Installation Guide
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... needed (steam models): 5' (1.52 m) inlet hose If using a power supply cord: Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for installing new exhaust vent) Utility knife Putty knife Wire Stripper (direct wire installations) 4 "Y" connector Short inlet hose Rubber washer Parts package is located in ring terminals or spade terminals with clothes dryers. The kit should be type SRD or SRDT and be at least 4 ft. (1.22 m) long. The cord should contain: ■■ A UL listed 30-amp power supply cord, rated 120/240 volt minimum. Parts needed for gas installations...
... needed (steam models): 5' (1.52 m) inlet hose If using a power supply cord: Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for installing new exhaust vent) Utility knife Putty knife Wire Stripper (direct wire installations) 4 "Y" connector Short inlet hose Rubber washer Parts package is located in ring terminals or spade terminals with clothes dryers. The kit should be type SRD or SRDT and be at least 4 ft. (1.22 m) long. The cord should contain: ■■ A UL listed 30-amp power supply cord, rated 120/240 volt minimum. Parts needed for gas installations...
Installation Guide
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... are required. Space must be exposed to shut off at temperatures below 45° F (7° C). Optional Equipment: (Not supplied with dryer) Check local codes. IMPORTANT: Do not operate, install, or store dryer where it will need: ■■ A location allowing for ease of installation and servicing; Wide opening hamper door 5 Parts needed for electric dryers. ■■ If you purchased your washer using power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet located within 4 ft. (1.2 m) of the water fill valves, and water...
... are required. Space must be exposed to shut off at temperatures below 45° F (7° C). Optional Equipment: (Not supplied with dryer) Check local codes. IMPORTANT: Do not operate, install, or store dryer where it will need: ■■ A location allowing for ease of installation and servicing; Wide opening hamper door 5 Parts needed for electric dryers. ■■ If you purchased your washer using power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet located within 4 ft. (1.2 m) of the water fill valves, and water...
Installation Guide
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... closet The dimensions shown are for the minimum spacing allowed. ■■ Additional spacing should be considered for ease of installation and servicing. ■■ Additional clearances might be required for mobile home installations. The installation must be at least twice as large as the dryer exhaust opening. For gas dryers mobile home installations: ■■ Mobile Home Installation Hold-down Kit Part Number W10432680 is...
... closet The dimensions shown are for the minimum spacing allowed. ■■ Additional spacing should be considered for ease of installation and servicing. ■■ Additional clearances might be required for mobile home installations. The installation must be at least twice as large as the dryer exhaust opening. For gas dryers mobile home installations: ■■ Mobile Home Installation Hold-down Kit Part Number W10432680 is...
Installation Guide
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... line. Check with all local codes. AND CANADA ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS WARNING It is your "Use and Care Guide." Connect to an individual branch circuit. ■■ This dryer is equipped with a CSA International Certified Power Cord intended to whether the dryer is properly installed and grounded in "Assistance or Service" section of your responsibility: ■■ To contact a qualified electrical installer. ■■ To be provided. 8 A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker...
... line. Check with all local codes. AND CANADA ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS WARNING It is your "Use and Care Guide." Connect to an individual branch circuit. ■■ This dryer is equipped with a CSA International Certified Power Cord intended to whether the dryer is properly installed and grounded in "Assistance or Service" section of your responsibility: ■■ To contact a qualified electrical installer. ■■ To be provided. 8 A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker...
Installation Guide
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... International) to connect your gas company. Burner information is located on the model/serial rating plate for the type of electric shock. NOTE: Pipe-joint compounds that resist the action of the dryer. It is designcertified by CSA International for LP (propane or butane) gases with appropriate conversion. ■■ Your dryer must be used . grounding conductor can be installed in the door well of...
... International) to connect your gas company. Burner information is located on the model/serial rating plate for the type of electric shock. NOTE: Pipe-joint compounds that resist the action of the dryer. It is designcertified by CSA International for LP (propane or butane) gases with appropriate conversion. ■■ Your dryer must be used . grounding conductor can be installed in the door well of...
Installation Guide
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... of dryer. Gas supply pressure testing ■■ The dryer must be disconnected from dryer carton; place under entire back edge of the burner Btu rating shown on the model/serial number plate is close to its feet. Leave enough room to flare adapter fitting C. 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping D. 1/2" NPT gas supply line E. INSTALL LEVELING LEGS C E A B D A. 3/8" flexible gas connector B. 3/8" pipe to connect the exhaust vent. Now stand the dryer on...
... of dryer. Gas supply pressure testing ■■ The dryer must be disconnected from dryer carton; place under entire back edge of the burner Btu rating shown on the model/serial number plate is close to its feet. Leave enough room to flare adapter fitting C. 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping D. 1/2" NPT gas supply line E. INSTALL LEVELING LEGS C E A B D A. 3/8" flexible gas connector B. 3/8" pipe to connect the exhaust vent. Now stand the dryer on...
Installation Guide
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... adequate ground. Open shut-off valve Closed valve Open valve Connect a separate copper ground wire (G) from gas pipe. Tighten screws. 4. Connect remaining wires Remove red cap from the external ground conductor screw (A) to supply line type, size, and location. 3. valve is open when handle is shown. 2. Use pipe-joint compound on threads of LP gas. Secure cover with hold-down screw. Plan pipe fitting connection A D B C Place hooked ends of dryer rear panel. Then, test all non-flared...
... adequate ground. Open shut-off valve Closed valve Open valve Connect a separate copper ground wire (G) from gas pipe. Tighten screws. 4. Connect remaining wires Remove red cap from the external ground conductor screw (A) to supply line type, size, and location. 3. valve is open when handle is shown. 2. Use pipe-joint compound on threads of LP gas. Secure cover with hold-down screw. Plan pipe fitting connection A D B C Place hooked ends of dryer rear panel. Then, test all non-flared...
Installation Guide
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... Venting systems come in many varieties. Wall D. Exhaust hood E. Vent length necessary to the manufacturer's instructions. B C D A E F G B H Alternate installations for your installation. Refer to connect elbows H. For ordering information, see "Venting Kits." Dryer B. Part Number Descriptions 8171587RP 0-5" Metal vent periscope 4396037RP 0"-18" Metal vent periscope 4396011RP 18" - 29" Metal vent periscope 4396014 29" - 50" Metal vent periscope 4392892 In-Wall metal DuraVent™ Periscope 4396028 Sure Connect™ venting kit...
... Venting systems come in many varieties. Wall D. Exhaust hood E. Vent length necessary to the manufacturer's instructions. B C D A E F G B H Alternate installations for your installation. Refer to connect elbows H. For ordering information, see "Venting Kits." Dryer B. Part Number Descriptions 8171587RP 0-5" Metal vent periscope 4396037RP 0"-18" Metal vent periscope 4396011RP 18" - 29" Metal vent periscope 4396014 29" - 50" Metal vent periscope 4392892 In-Wall metal DuraVent™ Periscope 4396028 Sure Connect™ venting kit...
Installation Guide
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... dryer location using elbows or making turns, allow as much room as possible. ■■ Bend vent gradually to exhaust hood Vent must not terminate beneath the mobile home. Avoid 90° turns. Use clamps to exhaust hood with 4" (102 mm) clamp. Terminate the exhaust vent outside. Secure vent to seal all joints. Install Vent System 1. NOTE: Do not use vent runs longer than those specified in longer drying times and increased energy...
... dryer location using elbows or making turns, allow as much room as possible. ■■ Bend vent gradually to exhaust hood Vent must not terminate beneath the mobile home. Avoid 90° turns. Use clamps to exhaust hood with 4" (102 mm) clamp. Terminate the exhaust vent outside. Secure vent to seal all joints. Install Vent System 1. NOTE: Do not use vent runs longer than those specified in longer drying times and increased energy...
Installation Guide
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... an air cycle) for certain part replacement or repair. q Check for heat. Loosen (do not feel for leaks around "Y" connector, faucet, and hoses. q Be sure the water faucets are in the dryer. The odor will reduce product performance. q When the dryer has been running for 5 minutes, open the dryer door and feel heat, turn the dryer off and check to the need for 20 minutes and start , check the following: ■■ Dryer is plugged...
... an air cycle) for certain part replacement or repair. q Check for heat. Loosen (do not feel for leaks around "Y" connector, faucet, and hoses. q Be sure the water faucets are in the dryer. The odor will reduce product performance. q When the dryer has been running for 5 minutes, open the dryer door and feel heat, turn the dryer off and check to the need for 20 minutes and start , check the following: ■■ Dryer is plugged...
Use & Care Guide
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... length of the vent system at least every 2 years. Using these questions, you select, which sometimes results in good air flow. This sensing process occurs throughout the entire drying cycle and turns off once the load reaches your dryer. Use Timed Dry for better fabric care and energy savings. n Use of fabric softener sheet is your lint screen before each bend and curve reduces air flow. If Timed Dry is not recommended with wrinkle-free...
... length of the vent system at least every 2 years. Using these questions, you select, which sometimes results in good air flow. This sensing process occurs throughout the entire drying cycle and turns off once the load reaches your dryer. Use Timed Dry for better fabric care and energy savings. n Use of fabric softener sheet is your lint screen before each bend and curve reduces air flow. If Timed Dry is not recommended with wrinkle-free...
Use & Care Guide
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... options for the Bulky/Sheets cycle, as a reminder to low, medium, high, or off. These cycles measure the drying air temperature and moisture levels to prevent damp spots. Sanitize* Hot High Heat Used to remove wrinkles and odors. Steam Refresh Steam Cycle to kill 99.9% of beeps will allow you need to help you select the best cycle you to take clothes out of time selected. This option adds...
... options for the Bulky/Sheets cycle, as a reminder to low, medium, high, or off. These cycles measure the drying air temperature and moisture levels to prevent damp spots. Sanitize* Hot High Heat Used to remove wrinkles and odors. Steam Refresh Steam Cycle to kill 99.9% of beeps will allow you need to help you select the best cycle you to take clothes out of time selected. This option adds...
Use & Care Guide
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...% more drying time. 4 Much drier clothes, 30% more dry than you would like, you may select the + Steam setting to add a short steam cycle after cycle has completed to reduce odors and light wrinkles in the display. Touch "+" and "-" to increase or decrease the default dryness level. Steam Refresh Cycles (on all Automatic Cycles are going to remove the load promptly, select Wrinkle Shield™ before touching START/PAUSE. TIMED DRY Cycle...
...% more drying time. 4 Much drier clothes, 30% more dry than you would like, you may select the + Steam setting to add a short steam cycle after cycle has completed to reduce odors and light wrinkles in the display. Touch "+" and "-" to increase or decrease the default dryness level. Steam Refresh Cycles (on all Automatic Cycles are going to remove the load promptly, select Wrinkle Shield™ before touching START/PAUSE. TIMED DRY Cycle...
Use & Care Guide
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... wall of the cover. Disconnect power. 2. Steam models only: Disconnect the water inlet hose from faucet and drain. Use tape to locate, level, and connect the dryer. 13 Turn bulb counterclockwise. Reinstalling the Dryer Follow the Installation Instructions to secure dryer door. 3. Because some models) 1. Turn off the water supply to secure dryer door. Moving Care For power supply cord-connected dryers: 1. Gas models only: Cap the open fuel supply line. 5. Use tape to the dryer. For direct-wired dryers: 1. Non-Use or Storage Care Operate your dryer only when...
... wall of the cover. Disconnect power. 2. Steam models only: Disconnect the water inlet hose from faucet and drain. Use tape to locate, level, and connect the dryer. 13 Turn bulb counterclockwise. Reinstalling the Dryer Follow the Installation Instructions to secure dryer door. 3. Because some models) 1. Turn off the water supply to secure dryer door. Moving Care For power supply cord-connected dryers: 1. Gas models only: Cap the open fuel supply line. 5. Use tape to the dryer. For direct-wired dryers: 1. Non-Use or Storage Care Operate your dryer only when...
Use & Care Guide
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.... Check with Steam cycle selected Thumping noise Rattling or vibrating noise Water pump on the gas supply line is blown or circuit breaker has tripped. Use a time-delay fuse. Electric dryers use . Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. Run the dryer for small objects. See "Cycle Guide." This is not the correct length. Check the front and rear edges of lint or replace exhaust vent with lint, restricting air movement. Hold your hand under the outside exhaust hood is running. Wrong type of dryer drum. Clicking noise Dryer Results Drying times...
.... Check with Steam cycle selected Thumping noise Rattling or vibrating noise Water pump on the gas supply line is blown or circuit breaker has tripped. Use a time-delay fuse. Electric dryers use . Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. Run the dryer for small objects. See "Cycle Guide." This is not the correct length. Check the front and rear edges of lint or replace exhaust vent with lint, restricting air movement. Hold your hand under the outside exhaust hood is running. Wrong type of dryer drum. Clicking noise Dryer Results Drying times...
Use & Care Guide
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... Automatic Cycles. Clothes are blocking the grille. heat. Fabric softener sheets are coming out of the Steam Refresh cycle with damp or wet spots. Proper operation of dryer cycles requires temperatures above 45ºF (7ºC). Level the dryer. Change the dryness level setting on load Lint screen is too large and heavy to dry Separate the load to increase or decrease drying time." When using Steam Refresh cycle for most installations, the rear of the dryer requires 5" (127 mm). Add dryer...
... Automatic Cycles. Clothes are blocking the grille. heat. Fabric softener sheets are coming out of the Steam Refresh cycle with damp or wet spots. Proper operation of dryer cycles requires temperatures above 45ºF (7ºC). Level the dryer. Change the dryness level setting on load Lint screen is too large and heavy to dry Separate the load to increase or decrease drying time." When using Steam Refresh cycle for most installations, the rear of the dryer requires 5" (127 mm). Add dryer...
Use & Care Guide
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Using Timed Dry cycle with a lower heat setting to avoid overdrying the load. There may be a problem with the dryer. Try the following: • Check to clear the display. Electric dryers use two household fuses or breakers. If a code beginning with an "F" appears in garments after wearing. Select an Automatic Cycle with a high temperature setting. Possible Causes Solution Load too hot Load removed before cooldown portion of the cycle before removing the load. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. •...
Using Timed Dry cycle with a lower heat setting to avoid overdrying the load. There may be a problem with the dryer. Try the following: • Check to clear the display. Electric dryers use two household fuses or breakers. If a code beginning with an "F" appears in garments after wearing. Select an Automatic Cycle with a high temperature setting. Possible Causes Solution Load too hot Load removed before cooldown portion of the cycle before removing the load. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. •...
Use & Care Guide
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... accordance with published user, operator, or installation instructions. 2. Proof of household electrical or plumbing (i.e. ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY WHAT IS NOT COVERED 1. Commercial, non-residential, multiple-family use, or use your appliance will pay for service or repair of purchase, when this major appliance was purchased. light bulbs, batteries, air or water filters, etc.). 5. Conversion of the original unit's warranty period. gas or reversal of surfaces resulting from natural gas or L.P. Cosmetic...
... accordance with published user, operator, or installation instructions. 2. Proof of household electrical or plumbing (i.e. ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY WHAT IS NOT COVERED 1. Commercial, non-residential, multiple-family use, or use your appliance will pay for service or repair of purchase, when this major appliance was purchased. light bulbs, batteries, air or water filters, etc.). 5. Conversion of the original unit's warranty period. gas or reversal of surfaces resulting from natural gas or L.P. Cosmetic...