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Use and Care Guide - Page 1
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240-VOLT 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
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Use and Care Guide - Page 2
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 4 Tools and Parts 4 Options 4 Location Requirements 4 Electrical Requirements 6 Venting Requirements 7
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 8 Electrical Connection 8 Plan Vent System 11 Install Vent System 12 Connect Vent 12 Level Dryer 13 Complete Installation 13
DRYER USE 14 Starting Your Dryer 14 Stopping and Restarting 14 Changing Cycles and Temperatures 14...
Use and Care Guide - Page 3
...IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the dryer. s Do not dry articles that have been previously cleaned... foam rubber or similarly textured rubber-like materials. s Do not use heat to play on your dryer. s Keep area around the exhaust opening and adjacent
surrounding areas free from service or discarded, remove...
Use and Care Guide - Page 4
.../or weather. Optional pedestal
To order, call the dealer from whom you purchased your washer and dryer? INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Tools and Parts
Tools needed Check local codes, existing electrical supply and venting, and see "Venting Requirements" and "Electrical Requirements" before starting installation.
Coupling
Parts needed Gather the required tools and parts before purchasing...
Use and Care Guide - Page 5
...Recessed area B. Closet door with vents
3" (7.6 cm)
Recessed or closet installation - Mobile home installations require:
s Metal exhaust system hardware, which is to reduce noise transfer.
Dryer Dimensions
39" (99.1 cm)
*23 ¼" (60.3 cm)
Recessed or closet installation - Side view - See "Venting Requirements." Recommended spacing should be considered for the following...
Use and Care Guide - Page 6
... terminals or spade terminals with all mobile home installations. grounding conductor can be either green or bare. The National Electric Code requires a 4-wire supply connection for use an extension cord.
If the dryer is prohibited for it will reduce the risk of the line.
If connecting by a qualified electrician. The plug must...
Use and Care Guide - Page 7
... with lint.
Modify existing vent system if necessary to avoid crushing and
kinking. If this dryer MUST BE
EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. Flexible metal vent s Flexible metal vents are shown here. s Remove... hood styles are acceptable only if accessible for
cleaning.
Fire Hazard Use a heavy metal vent.
The dryer exhaust must not be at least 12" (30.5 cm) from the ground or any gas vent,...
Use and Care Guide - Page 8
...cover B. External ground conductor screw
A
B
C
A.
Disconnect power before making electrical connections. Ground wire (green or bare wire) must be connected to green ground connector... Failure to do so can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.
B
D
A. Power Supply Cord
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Electrical Connection
Direct Wire
WARNING
WARNING
Fire Hazard
Use a new UL ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 9
...
4. Tighten strain relief nut.
4-wire connection: Direct Wire
Direct wire cable must have 5 ft (1.52 m) of electrical connection: 4-wire (recommended)
3-wire (if 4-wire is not available)
Electrical Connection Options
If your type of extra length so dryer can be Go to section connecting to:
4-wire receptacle (NEMA Type 14-30R)
A UL listed, 120...
Use and Care Guide - Page 10
...Neutral wire (white or center wire) B. Replace the terminal block cover on the back of the dryer. 5. C B
D A
A. Tighten screw. Connect the other power supply cable wires under the... hooked end together and tighten screw. Replace the terminal block cover on the back of the dryer. 7. See example below.
3-wire connection: Power supply cord
Use where local codes permit connecting...
Use and Care Guide - Page 11
1. Place the hooked ends of the dryer. 5. Tighten screws.
Tighten strain relief nut. A close-clearance installation is ...Vent System
Alternate installations for your exhaust installation type
Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer. Refer to a noncombustible portion of terminal block (hook facing right).
Select the type ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 12
... 90° turns possible. Vent system chart
Number of 90º turns or elbows
Type of the dryer.
5. Do not use duct tape, screws or other injury.
1. Rigid or flexible metal vent
If connecting...
Secure vent to achieve the best drying performance. Place cardboard under the entire bottom of the dryer. Determine vent path
s Select the route that will help to exhaust hood with a 4"...
Use and Care Guide - Page 13
... heat. Be sure the vent is first heated. See "Level Dryer."
6. Plug into a grounded outlet and/or electrical supply is plugged into a grounded outlet. Turn on the dryer.
8. Remove the clear protective film on the front edge and any dust.
10. Read "Dryer Use."
9.
s Dryer is connected.
If you do not feel heat, turn off...
Use and Care Guide - Page 14
... sheets in death or fire. Do not pack the dryer. Allow space for the type of fire, electric shock, or injury to select the recommended temperature setting for the type...from storing and shipping.
Press the POWER button to the new desired position. 4. Stopping and Restarting
To stop your dryer, wipe the dryer drum with a damp cloth to tumble freely.
3. Turn the cycle knob to...
Use and Care Guide - Page 15
...Dry the next time you are available. s Avoid drying heavy work clothes with lighter fabrics.
When the selected dryness level is reached, the dryer goes into a cool down cycle ends, the light flashes,...fabrics, leading to dry, the amount of water left in , the temperature setting is Low. Stop Position
Turn the cycle knob to operate. Indicator light will continue to indicate a cycle has ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 16
....
Do not rinse or wash screen to the Stop position or the dryer door is not adjustable and cannot be removed promptly at the end of the dryer. Close lint screen. Timed Dry is set to... remove lint. Anti-Wrinkle tumbles the load every minute until the cycle knob is also useful for: s Heavyweight items and work clothes that require...
Use and Care Guide - Page 17
... on the control panel. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. Use masking tape to stop before your dryer only when you are secure in death or electrical shock.
1. This buildup can ... and panels before servicing. As needed cleaning Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can result in dryer base. 3. To wash 1. Wet both the dryer and fabrics. Scrub lint screen with a nylon...
Use and Care Guide - Page 18
... ? s Is the indicator light glowing? Separate the load items and restart the dryer.
Do not use 2 household fuses or circuit breakers.
s Is the motor running but you do not feel air movement, clean exhaust system of the drum for service. Electric dryers use a metal foil vent.
s Is the clothing knotted or balled up , the...
Use and Care Guide - Page 19
Place dryer at the end of the door.
The new electric heating element may have ventilation openings at :
Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances ....
This will change the amount of your request. FSP® replacement parts will fit right and work right because they are gone from dryer. In the U.S.A.
Odors
s Have you can result in clothing (usually blue jeans). Proper operation ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 20
... outside the United States or Canada.
7. ITEMS WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR 1. Repairs when your major appliance is used for product service in accordance with electrical or plumbing codes, or use of products not approved by a Whirlpool designated service company. The removal and reinstallation of your major appliance, to instruct you...
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...air out of the dryer drum. Is the exhaust vent kinked, smashed or crushed? dryer does not dry Cycle time is not heating, see: Electric dryer Or Dryer does not heat - Gas dryer If the dryer is less than 45...exhaust hood is too large for Best Performance How Auto Dry and Timed Dry Work Is the lint screen clogged with rigid or flexible heavy metal vent. A clogged exhaust vent system...
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