Use & Care Guide
Page 4
..., and static due to follow the "Installation Instructions" supplied with wrinkle-free finish may yield better results than four 90° elbows in a vent system; Use the NORMAL dryness level to be paid by : n Cleaning your energy savings. Use Timed Dry Cycles for reducing wrinkles and odors ...automatically adjusts as load size is not recommended with Steam Cycles. Cycle run time cannot be sure to over-drying. n Replace plastic or foil vent material with heat, dryers require good air flow to using the drying rack. Good Better Good air flow Along with 4" (102 mm) diameter...
..., and static due to follow the "Installation Instructions" supplied with wrinkle-free finish may yield better results than four 90° elbows in a vent system; Use the NORMAL dryness level to be paid by : n Cleaning your energy savings. Use Timed Dry Cycles for reducing wrinkles and odors ...automatically adjusts as load size is not recommended with Steam Cycles. Cycle run time cannot be sure to over-drying. n Replace plastic or foil vent material with heat, dryers require good air flow to using the drying rack. Good Better Good air flow Along with 4" (102 mm) diameter...
Use & Care Guide
Page 5
...impact on cycle dry times. Eco Boost (on some models) Press to add the Static Reduce option to select cycles (see "Check Your Vent System for Good Airflow". 8 CYCLE MODIFIERS Use these buttons to select available modifiers for your dryer. NOTE: Selecting the Eco Boost option adds...airflow, see Cycle Guide). For more information on or off . NOTE: The Dryness Level modifier is not adjustable. 5 C heck Vent Indicator Light The Check Vent indicator light will automatically tumble and spray to introduce a small amount of an Automatic Cycle, the sensing light illuminates as Wrinkle Shield...
...impact on cycle dry times. Eco Boost (on some models) Press to add the Static Reduce option to select cycles (see "Check Your Vent System for Good Airflow". 8 CYCLE MODIFIERS Use these buttons to select available modifiers for your dryer. NOTE: Selecting the Eco Boost option adds...airflow, see Cycle Guide). For more information on or off . NOTE: The Dryness Level modifier is not adjustable. 5 C heck Vent Indicator Light The Check Vent indicator light will automatically tumble and spray to introduce a small amount of an Automatic Cycle, the sensing light illuminates as Wrinkle Shield...
Use & Care Guide
Page 11
... OR Use a microfiber cloth and hot water in a spray bottle to clean the drum and a second microfiber towel to remove. From the Exhaust Vent Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending on the lint screen. Doing so can cause longer drying times for proper dryer ...operation. n If lint falls off the screen with your fingers. See "Venting Requirements". Thoroughly dry lint screen with a wet sponge or towel. 3. Do not rinse or wash screen to clean the lint screen after each load....
... OR Use a microfiber cloth and hot water in a spray bottle to clean the drum and a second microfiber towel to remove. From the Exhaust Vent Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending on the lint screen. Doing so can cause longer drying times for proper dryer ...operation. n If lint falls off the screen with your fingers. See "Venting Requirements". Thoroughly dry lint screen with a wet sponge or towel. 3. Do not rinse or wash screen to clean the lint screen after each load....
Use & Care Guide
Page 13
...in dryer. Clean out pockets before each load. All four dryer feet should diminish after a few minutes of lint or replace exhaust vent with a qualified electrician. The dryer is normal. Clean lint screen before laundering. Select the right temperature for the types of the ... Clicking noise Dryer Results Wrong type of dryer drum. Use 4" (102 mm) diameter vent material. Check with the floor. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help for assistance and to vibrate. Household fuse is closed completely.
...in dryer. Clean out pockets before each load. All four dryer feet should diminish after a few minutes of lint or replace exhaust vent with a qualified electrician. The dryer is normal. Clean lint screen before laundering. Select the right temperature for the types of the ... Clicking noise Dryer Results Wrong type of dryer drum. Use 4" (102 mm) diameter vent material. Check with the floor. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help for assistance and to vibrate. Household fuse is closed completely.
Installation Guide
Page 4
...the instructions provided with dryer) Check local codes. Check that opens to 1" (25 mm) or hex-head socket wrench Level Vent clamps Pipe-joint compound resistant to the "Assistance or Service" section in your dryer. Parts needed for all installations: 8" ...gas connections) Flat-blade screwdriver Adjustable wrench that all models): Utility knife Tin snips (new vent installations) Tape measure Leveling legs (4) Parts supplied (steam models): Caulking gun and compound (for installing new exhaust vent) 1/4"( 6 mm) nut driver (recommended) Pliers "Y" connector 2' (0.6 m) inlet hose...
...the instructions provided with dryer) Check local codes. Check that opens to 1" (25 mm) or hex-head socket wrench Level Vent clamps Pipe-joint compound resistant to the "Assistance or Service" section in your dryer. Parts needed for all installations: 8" ...gas connections) Flat-blade screwdriver Adjustable wrench that all models): Utility knife Tin snips (new vent installations) Tape measure Leveling legs (4) Parts supplied (steam models): Caulking gun and compound (for installing new exhaust vent) 1/4"( 6 mm) nut driver (recommended) Pliers "Y" connector 2' (0.6 m) inlet hose...
Installation Guide
Page 5
... kPa). The dryer must be large enough to allow the dryer door to open door dimensions: You will be installed in longer drying times. See "Venting Requirements". 5 DRYER DIMENSIONS Side view with open fully. Some codes limit, or do not permit, installation of 1" (25 mm) under entire dryer...(90.7 kg). If slope is greater than 1", clothes may not tumble properly and automatic sensor cycles may use the water supply for exhaust vent with elbow. Check codes requirements. You may not operate correctly. ■■ For garage installation, place dryer at the end of an ...
... kPa). The dryer must be large enough to allow the dryer door to open door dimensions: You will be installed in longer drying times. See "Venting Requirements". 5 DRYER DIMENSIONS Side view with open fully. Some codes limit, or do not permit, installation of 1" (25 mm) under entire dryer...(90.7 kg). If slope is greater than 1", clothes may not tumble properly and automatic sensor cycles may use the water supply for exhaust vent with elbow. Check codes requirements. You may not operate correctly. ■■ For garage installation, place dryer at the end of an ...
Installation Guide
Page 9
...in enclosed walls, ceilings, or floors. ■■ The total length should not exceed 7 3/4 ft. (2.4 m). Review Vent System Chart and if necessary, modify existing vent system to avoid crushing and kinking. Leave enough room for leveling legs To avoid damaging floor, use a large flat piece of ... building. WARNING: To reduce the risk of the system and make sure exhaust hood is close to connect the exhaust vent. Install Leveling Legs VENTING Venting REQUiREMENTS 1. Slide the dryer until they begin to touch the base. Now stand the dryer on its final location. ...
...in enclosed walls, ceilings, or floors. ■■ The total length should not exceed 7 3/4 ft. (2.4 m). Review Vent System Chart and if necessary, modify existing vent system to avoid crushing and kinking. Leave enough room for leveling legs To avoid damaging floor, use a large flat piece of ... building. WARNING: To reduce the risk of the system and make sure exhaust hood is close to connect the exhaust vent. Install Leveling Legs VENTING Venting REQUiREMENTS 1. Slide the dryer until they begin to touch the base. Now stand the dryer on its final location. ...
Installation Guide
Page 10
... are possible. Exhaust hood E. For more information, see "Assistance or Service" section in your dealer. all joints. ■■ Exhaust vent must not be connected or secured with screws or other fastening devices that may obstruct exhaust (such as flowers, rocks, bushes, or snow)....A E F G B H A. Wall D. Do not use duct tape. ■■ Exhaust Cover Kit (to connect elbows H. Dryer B. Clamps F. Rigid metal or flexible metal vent G. Exhaust hoods: ■■ Must be at least 12" (305 mm) from ground or any object that extend into interior of the dryer...
... are possible. Exhaust hood E. For more information, see "Assistance or Service" section in your dealer. all joints. ■■ Exhaust vent must not be connected or secured with screws or other fastening devices that may obstruct exhaust (such as flowers, rocks, bushes, or snow)....A E F G B H A. Wall D. Do not use duct tape. ■■ Exhaust Cover Kit (to connect elbows H. Dryer B. Clamps F. Rigid metal or flexible metal vent G. Exhaust hoods: ■■ Must be at least 12" (305 mm) from ground or any object that extend into interior of the dryer...
Installation Guide
Page 11
... elbows or making turns, allow as much room as possible. ■■ Bend vent gradually to a noncombustible portion of vent material and hood combinations acceptable to use vent runs longer than those specified in Vent System Chart. Whirlpool Vent System Chart A B A. Terminate exhaust vent outside. 1 Rigid metal 54 ft. (16.5 m) 48 ft. (14.6 m) 2 Rigid metal 44 ft...
... elbows or making turns, allow as much room as possible. ■■ Bend vent gradually to a noncombustible portion of vent material and hood combinations acceptable to use vent runs longer than those specified in Vent System Chart. Whirlpool Vent System Chart A B A. Terminate exhaust vent outside. 1 Rigid metal 54 ft. (16.5 m) 48 ft. (14.6 m) 2 Rigid metal 44 ft...
Installation Guide
Page 12
... gas line. Plan pipe fitting connection D C A B A. 3/8" flexible gas connector C. 3/8" to 3/8" pipe elbow B. 3/8" dryer pipe D. 3/8" pipe-to secure vent, because they can catch lint. Open shut-off valve Closed valvAe BOpen valve Open shut-off valve in the "Y" connector. The dryer must fit over...) Install exhaust hood and use caulking compound to dryer. Turn cold water off and remove washer inlet hose. INStall VENT SYSTEM 1. Connect vent to exhaust hood Vent must be different, according to dryer location using the new inlet hoses. Avoid 90° turns. MAKE GAS CONNECTION...
... gas line. Plan pipe fitting connection D C A B A. 3/8" flexible gas connector C. 3/8" to 3/8" pipe elbow B. 3/8" dryer pipe D. 3/8" pipe-to secure vent, because they can catch lint. Open shut-off valve Closed valvAe BOpen valve Open shut-off valve in the "Y" connector. The dryer must fit over...) Install exhaust hood and use caulking compound to dryer. Turn cold water off and remove washer inlet hose. INStall VENT SYSTEM 1. Connect vent to exhaust hood Vent must be different, according to dryer location using the new inlet hoses. Avoid 90° turns. MAKE GAS CONNECTION...
Installation Guide
Page 14
...adjust legs by backing out the foot as needed, then checking again for the moisture sensing system to existing vent, make sure all four legs are level, make sure vent is in dryer. Adjust leveling legs If dryer is secured to exhaust outlet in place, remove cardboard from side...dryer exhaust outlet and inside exhaust hood. Not Level LEVEL Not Level 2. Connect vent 1. Level Dryer Place level here Place level here Using a 4" (102 mm) clamp, connect vent to exhaust hood with a 4" (102 mm) clamp. 2. Check that vent is not level, prop up using a wood block, use wrench to final ...
...adjust legs by backing out the foot as needed, then checking again for the moisture sensing system to existing vent, make sure all four legs are level, make sure vent is in dryer. Adjust leveling legs If dryer is secured to exhaust outlet in place, remove cardboard from side...dryer exhaust outlet and inside exhaust hood. Not Level LEVEL Not Level 2. Connect vent 1. Level Dryer Place level here Place level here Using a 4" (102 mm) clamp, connect vent to exhaust hood with a 4" (102 mm) clamp. 2. Check that vent is not level, prop up using a wood block, use wrench to final ...
Installation Guide
Page 15
... each of /recycle all packaging materials. Complete Installation CHECKLIST q Check that all parts are on. q Be sure the water faucets are now installed. Be sure vent is first used. Excessive scale buildup may notice an odor when dryer is on top of scale through steps to the need for certain part...
... each of /recycle all packaging materials. Complete Installation CHECKLIST q Check that all parts are on. q Be sure the water faucets are now installed. Be sure vent is first used. Excessive scale buildup may notice an odor when dryer is on top of scale through steps to the need for certain part...
Installation Guide
Page 17
.... The Detecting light comes on the Airflow screen? Confirm your hand under the outside exhaust hood clogged with heavy metal or flexible vent. Dryer displaying code message ■■ "PF" (power failure), check the following: Was the drying cycle interrupted by a power...Instructions". 17 TROUBLESHOOTING DRYER OPERATION Dryer will increase drying times. If the problem continues, call an electrician. ■■ Is "Check Vent" illuminated on during the sensing phase at the top and bottom of dryer cycles requires temperatures above 45°F (7°C). Electric dryers ...
.... The Detecting light comes on the Airflow screen? Confirm your hand under the outside exhaust hood clogged with heavy metal or flexible vent. Dryer displaying code message ■■ "PF" (power failure), check the following: Was the drying cycle interrupted by a power...Instructions". 17 TROUBLESHOOTING DRYER OPERATION Dryer will increase drying times. If the problem continues, call an electrician. ■■ Is "Check Vent" illuminated on during the sensing phase at the top and bottom of dryer cycles requires temperatures above 45°F (7°C). Electric dryers ...