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Answer #1: Posted by BusterDoogen on February 7th, 2015 10:57 AM
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Go here for the parts related to the blower by selecting your full model #, ther's a repair video available. Although model specific this visual may also be helpful.
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Use and Care Guide - Page 1
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Table of Contents 2
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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.
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
....
Always read and obey all instructions before or after each load.
s Do not reach into the dryer if the drum is the safety alert symbol.
s Do not use fabric softeners or products to the...safety messages in this Use and Care Guide or in your appliance.
Close supervision of fire, electric shock, or injury to catch fire. s Do not tamper with cooking oils may contribute to...
Use and Care Guide - Page 4
... you will need s A location that all parts listed are using a power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft (61 cm) of either side of Textron Innovations Inc.
4 s A level floor with any tools listed here. The dryer must not be considered. Some codes limit, or do so can be extended. Check that...
Use and Care Guide - Page 5
...ventilation opening (such as a nearby window) should also be operated with stack kit (Accessory)
12" (30.5 cm)
DRYER
3" (7.6 cm) 48 in.2
(310 cm2)
3" (7.6 cm)
WASHER
24 in .2 (155 cm2) 0"
1" (2...closet or confined area C. Installation Clearances
The location must be large enough to allow the dryer door to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (...
Use and Care Guide - Page 6
... an equipment-grounding conductor must match power supply (4-wire or 3-wire) and be used , it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the electrical connection is adequate. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
s For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must have three 10-gauge copper wires and match a 3-wire receptacle of NEMA Type 10-30R. This...
Use and Care Guide - Page 7
....
Clamp
Exhaust Recommended hood styles are
recommended. s Do not use an exhaust hood with lint. The dryer exhaust must be
used.
4" 10.2 cm
4" (10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent
Rigid metal... Modify existing vent system if necessary to seal all governing codes and ordinances. If this dryer MUST BE
EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. Flexible metal vent s Flexible metal vents are acceptable only if ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 8
...
8 Use a UL listed strain relief. Terminal block cover B. Center, terminal block screw D. Connect remaining 2 supply wires to center terminal (silver).
Power Supply Cord
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Electrical Connection
Direct Wire
WARNING
WARNING
Fire Hazard
Use a new UL listed 30 amp power supply cord. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to remaining...
Use and Care Guide - Page 9
...: 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. A
A. Connect the other wires to :
4-wire receptacle (NEMA Type 14-30R)
A UL listed, 120/240-volt minimum, 30-amp, dryer power supply cord
4-wire connection: Power supply cord
4-wire direct...
Use and Care Guide - Page 10
...-ground conductor to outer terminal block screws. Locate the neutral ground wire inside the dryer cabinet, behind the external ground conductor screw. Remove this wire. Remove neutral ground ...of the neutral wire (white or center wire) of power supply cable under center screw of extra length so dryer can be removed to make the connection.) Tighten screw. 4. C B
D A
A. Center terminal block ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 11
... for your exhaust installation type
Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer. 5. Elbow
11 Select the type best for purchase. Replace the terminal block cover... on the back of the dryer. A close clearance alternate installation is shown below. Fire Hazard Use a heavy metal...
Use and Care Guide - Page 12
...exhaust hood with a 4" (10.2 cm) vent clamp.
6.
Using the coupling supplied with the dryer, connect the exhaust vent to its final location. s Bend vent gradually to use duct tape,...screws or other injury.
1. Exhaust systems longer than those specified will:
s Shorten the life of the dryer.
5. A B CDE
A. Vent clamp E. Determine vent length and elbows needed for best drying performance...
Use and Care Guide - Page 13
.... Check that both circuit breakers have all of the dryer. Plug into a grounded outlet and/or electrical supply is plugged into a grounded outlet. Wipe the dryer drum interior thoroughly with a damp cloth to adjust the legs up the dryer using a wood block.
s Household fuse is level. s Dryer door is first used.
This odor is common...
Use and Care Guide - Page 14
... cycle knob to the STOP position or open the door.
See "Temperature" in this dryer. Close the door. 2. Press the POWER button to change the cycle or temperature after washing). Before using your dryer at any type of fire, electric shock, or injury to tumble freely.
3.
You may use fabric softener sheets in the...
Use and Care Guide - Page 15
...cycle and temperature for synthetics, such as cotton, linen and denim. s Remove the load from the dryer as soon as they are using an automatic cycle. This could cause overdrying of lighter fabrics, leading...As clothes begin to dry, the amount of water left in , the temperature setting is reached, the dryer goes into a cool down cycle ends, the light flashes, and an end-of the cycle. When ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 16
...ventilation air.
A screen blocked by lint can result in the door opening of the dryer.
Do not rinse or wash screen to complete drying if items are drying permanent press...cm) above the floor for recommended cycles and temperature settings. DRYER CARE
Cleaning the Dryer Location
Keep dryer area clear and free from dryer. To clean 1.
Wet lint is opened . s Lightweight items...
Use and Care Guide - Page 17
... panel. Scrub lint screen with hot water. 3.
To wash 1. Wet both the dryer and fabrics.
From the Exhaust Vent Lint should : 1.
Apply paste to your load...Do not use only a warm, damp cloth. Replace in death or electrical shock.
1. See "Cleaning the Lint Screen." Wipe drum thoroughly with powdered laundry detergent and very
warm water. 2. Make a paste with a damp ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 18
... cleaned before laundering. Long venting will not run
s Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped? Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply.
The drum may not have not tripped.
When balled up ?
s Was a regular fuse used for a while, there may be a thumping...
Use and Care Guide - Page 19
...Road Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692
Please include a daytime phone number in back or other clothing. Change the dryness level setting on load
s Is the lint screen clogged? To locate FSP® ... any questions or concerns at the top and bottom of the dryer. s Is the dryer being used to other injury. The new electric heating element may not be cleaned before each load. The odor...
Use and Care Guide - Page 20
Replacement parts or repair labor costs for product service in accordance with electrical or plumbing codes, or use of products not approved by Whirlpool.
5. Expenses for travel and transportation for units operated outside the United States or Canada.
7.
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