Whirlpool LEW0050PQ Support Question
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Question posted by 31donzidave on August 12th, 2019
Blower Won't Start
I changed the heating element, more the blower won't start. I can spin it by hand, works normally but won't start on its own
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Answer #1: Posted by Odin on August 12th, 2019 9:29 AM
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Related Whirlpool LEW0050PQ Manual Pages
Use and Care Guide - Page 1
®
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
...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 Controls 15 Drying, Cycle and...
Use and Care Guide - Page 3
...WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to play on your dryer. s Do not allow children to persons when using the dryer. s Do not tamper with cooking oils ...materials. WARNING
You can happen if the instructions are very important. s Do not use heat to eliminate static unless recommended by qualified service personnel.
All safety messages will follow instructions....
Use and Care Guide - Page 4
... REQUIREMENTS
Tools and Parts
Tools needed Check local codes, existing electrical supply and venting, and see "Venting Requirements" and "Electrical Requirements" before starting installation. To do not permit, installation of 115 lbs (52 kg). You may order a pedestal separately for this manual. Place dryer at temperatures below 45ºF (7ºC).
Drying times can result...
Use and Care Guide - Page 5
... a Stack Kit, see "Assistance or Service."
closet or confined area B. closet or confined area C.
Louvered doors with elbows. Dryer only
0" (0 cm)
33¹⁄₄" min. (84.45 cm)
0" (0 cm)
23³⁄₈" (..., HUD Part 280). The installation must conform to introduce outside air into the dryer.
Dryer only
14" (35.6 cm)
18"(45.7 cm)
48 in mobile homes ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 6
... is adequate and in ring terminals or spade terminals with ring or spade terminals and UL listed strain relief.
If your dryer, you must end in conformance with a 3-wire electrical supply connection. grounding conductor can be sure that the ground path is recommended. Do not modify the plug on both sides of...
Use and Care Guide - Page 7
... heavy metal vent. s Replace any plastic or metal foil vent with a magnetic latch.
If this dryer MUST BE
EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. s Exhaust vent must be connected into the interior of the system and make... use plastic or metal foil vent. s Exhaust hood must be fully extended and supported
when the dryer is a new vent system
Vent material s Use a heavy metal vent. Improper venting can result ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 8
... or bare wire) must be connected to do so can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. Connect remaining 2 supply wires to center terminal (silver). Failure to green ground connector....listed strain relief B. Use a UL listed strain relief.
Power Supply Cord
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Electrical Connection
Direct Wire
WARNING
WARNING
Fire Hazard
Use a new UL listed 30 amp power ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 9
...electrical connection: 4-wire (recommended)
3-wire (if 4-wire is not available)
Electrical Connection Options
If your home has:
And you will be moved if needed. Locate the neutral ground wire inside the dryer... neutral wire (white or center wire) of power supply cord under center screw of the dryer. 6. External ground conductor screw D. Terminal block cover B. Strain relief nut D. Power cord...
Use and Care Guide - Page 10
... wire (white or center wire) B. Replace the terminal block cover on the back of the dryer. 7.
A
A. Neutral (white or center wire) F. Center terminal block screw
3. Place the... outer terminal block screws. Tighten screws.
4.
Tighten screw. Green or bare wire of the dryer. 5. Connect the other power supply cable wires under the outer terminal block screws (hooks facing...
Use and Care Guide - Page 11
... home installations The exhaust vent must be securely fastened to a noncombustible portion of the dryer. For ordering information see "Assistance or Service."
A close clearance alternate installation is shown... for your exhaust installation type
Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the mobile home structure and must not terminate ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 12
...and turns. Vent system chart
Number of 90º turns or elbows
Type of the dryer.
2. Use caulking compound to seal all joints. Use clamps to seal exterior wall opening ... D. Determine vent path
s Select the route that will :
s Shorten the life of the dryer.
Exhaust systems longer than those specified will provide the straightest and most direct path outdoors.
s Reduce...
Use and Care Guide - Page 13
... now installed. NOTE: You may be 2 household fuses or circuit breakers for 5 minutes, open the dryer door and feel heat, cancel cycle and close the door. s Household fuse is first used. This odor is common when the heating element is intact and tight, or circuit breaker has not tripped.
If there is not level...
Use and Care Guide - Page 14
...START button.
Press the TEMPERATURE button to remove dust from dryer.
You may use fabric softener sheets in the washer.
1. Do not pack the dryer.
Stopping and Restarting
To stop your dryer, wipe the dryer drum with a damp cloth to change....
3. Before using your dryer at any type of fire, electric shock, or injury to follow these instructions can result in the "...
Use and Care Guide - Page 15
..., the machine will glow to indicate the cycle has started . Indicator light will glow to indicate the power is Low. Your dryer tumbles the load without heat during the last few minutes of each.
Select a setting closer to operate.
Controls
The control panel is Normal. The illustrations below define the knobs and buttons, and...
Use and Care Guide - Page 16
... 60 minutes of heated drying time or to the Stop position or the dryer door is located ...Normal
Cottons and linens
40
Normal
White and colorfast
40
Low
permanent press
White and colorfast items
40
Low
that require ironing
Polyester/acrylic blends,
40
Low
rayon, acetate
Washable silk and nylon
40
Low
End of the dryer. The signal is also useful for: s Heavyweight items and work...
Use and Care Guide - Page 17
... should : 1. Roll lint off the screen. As needed cleaning Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can cause overheating and damage to stop before your load is completely dry. To wash 1. Replace in death or electrical shock.
1. Some paper towels may discolor the dryer interior. Rinse with the lint screen loose, damaged,
blocked or...
Use and Care Guide - Page 18
... Start button firmly pressed?
Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call ... See "Installation Instructions."
Hold your hand under the outside exhaust hood clogged with lint? Long venting will bounce, causing the dryer to side?
s Was a regular fuse used for a while, there may not have not tripped. No heat...
Use and Care Guide - Page 19
...electric heating element may save you the cost of drying time in your nearest Whirlpool designated service center. s Is the dryer located in a closet? The rear of the dryer...replacement parts.
See "Installation Instructions."
This will change the amount of a service call us to better... area. The odor will fit right and work right because they are trained to order replacement...
Use and Care Guide - Page 20
...800-807-6777.
8/05
Keep this book and your sales slip together for other than normal, single-family household use.
4. Service calls to refrigerator or freezer product failures.
6. This... misuse, abuse, fire, flood, acts of God, improper installation, installation not in accordance with electrical or plumbing codes, or use your major appliance to be repaired in accordance with the product,...
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... breaker tripped? The power supply cord may not have heat. Electric dryers use 2 household fuses or circuit breakers. Did you may be incorrectly installed. Review the Installation Instructions to make sure that the power supply cord is properly installed. My dryer will not start If the problem continues, call an electrician. Replace... -
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