Whirlpool LEW0050PQ Support Question
Whirlpool LEW0050PQ Support Question
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Question posted by zihualam on March 8th, 2011
Dryer Won't Heat Up; Need To Find Reset Button
this dryer is a total lemon. repairman was out a year ago and said it was reset button. if you dry more than 3 towels at a time, it won't heat. where is reset button? I am tired of paying $125 every time a repairman comes out. no more Whirlpool for me!!
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Use and Care Guide - Page 1
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Table of Contents 2
8578567 ®
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
... 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 Temperature Tips 15 Cycles 15
DRYER CARE 16 Cleaning the Dryer Location 16 Cleaning...
Use and Care Guide - Page 3
...not allow children to the drying compartment. s Before the dryer is moving.
s Do not use heat to the weather. s The interior of the dryer and exhaust vent should be exposed to dry articles containing foam rubber or ...oils may contribute to catch fire.
s Do not repair or replace any part of fire, electric shock, or injury to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you and others are not...
Use and Care Guide - Page 4
... cord, a grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft (61 cm) of either side of the dryer in death, explosion, or fire. s If you will need to do not permit, installation of the dryer. s A sturdy floor to the height of approximately 45" (114.3 cm). Do not operate your unit for a total height of your dryer at least 18...
Use and Care Guide - Page 5
... bottom of 1" (2.5 cm) clearance is available for Mobile Home Construction and Safety, Title 245, HUD Part 280).
Recessed area B. Side view - closet or confined area C. Dryer Dimensions
39" (99.1 cm)
*23 ¼" (60.3 cm)
Recessed or closet installation - Recommended spacing should be operated with elbows. The installation must be considered on...
Use and Care Guide - Page 6
...cord: if it will be grounded. Connect to the neutral conductor (white wire) within the dryer. Electrical Connection To properly install your outlet looks like this :
3-wire receptacle (10-30R)
Then ...
s To be insulated. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is properly installed and grounded in ring terminals or spade terminals with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70-latest edition...
Use and Care Guide - Page 7
... exhaust vent
Rigid metal vent s For best drying performance, rigid metal vents are
recommended. s Replace any plastic or metal foil vent with screws or other fastening devices that extend into any object that may result in :
Moisture damage to avoid crushing and
kinking. If this dryer MUST BE
EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. s Remove excess...
Use and Care Guide - Page 8
...(white or center wire) to remaining 2 terminals (gold).
Unscrew the strain relief nut from the terminal block cover.
4. B
D
A. Terminal block cover B. Disconnect power before making electrical connections.
Connect remaining 2 supply wires to center terminal (silver). Strain relief C. External ground conductor screw
A
B
C
A. Ground wire (green or bare wire) must be connected to...
Use and Care Guide - Page 9
... wires. Tighten screw.
3. Replace the terminal block cover on the back of electrical connection: 4-wire (recommended)
3-wire (if 4-wire is not available)
Electrical Connection Options
If your type of the dryer. 6. Do not tighten strain relief nut.
4-wire connection: Power supply cord
...complete installation following instructions for your home has:
And you will be moved if needed.
Use and Care Guide - Page 10
...dryer cabinet, behind the external ground conductor screw. Remove neutral ground wire.
2. Connect ground wire (green or bare) of power supply cord to
external ground conductor screw. (If power supply cord has ring terminals, the ground conductor screw will need to be moved if needed... wire (white or center wire) of extra length so dryer can be removed to make the connection.) Tighten screw. ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 11
... (hooks facing right). B A
A. Replace the terminal block cover on the back of the dryer. A close clearances Venting systems come in death or fire. Refer to follow these instructions can... for your exhaust installation type
Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer. 5. Flexible metal vent or rigid metal vent C. Squeeze hooked end...
Use and Care Guide - Page 12
... of the dryer. Leave enough room to dryer location. Vent coupler D. Turn the coupling and exhaust vent assembly
counterclockwise in longer drying times and increased energy...dryer carton. Run vent to connect the exhaust vent.
3. See illustration below. s Plan the installation to the exhaust hood with a 4" (10.2 cm) vent clamp.
6. Determine vent length and elbows needed for best drying...
Use and Care Guide - Page 13
... are now installed. Be sure the vent is still no heat, contact a qualified technician. Plug into a grounded outlet and/or electrical supply is connected. Wipe the dryer drum interior thoroughly with a damp cloth to see which step was skipped.
2. s Dryer is first heated.
When the dryer has been running or "On" position. Check that both fuses...
Use and Care Guide - Page 14
...button.
14 Do not dry anything that has ever had anything that has ever had any time Turn the cycle knob to tumble freely.
3.
Do not dry anything flammable on .
4. Before using your dryer at any type of load being dried. Load clothes loosely into the dryer...the START button.
Allow space for the type of oil on the dryer.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 15
...started . Select a setting closer to Less Dry the next time you like , complete drying using a Timed cycle. The illustrations below define the knobs and buttons, and the paragraphs define the purpose of ...reached, the dryer goes into a cool down period of the load. If the Temperature Control button is pressed in the shortest time.
Your dryer tumbles the load without heat during the ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 16
...of a cycle. Open the door and pull the lint screen straight up to 60 minutes of heated drying time or to let you are not removed promptly at the end of Cycle Signal will sound until...acrylic blends,
40
Low
rayon, acetate
Washable silk and nylon
40
Low
End of the dryer. Place dryer at the end of combustion and ventilation air. Anti-Wrinkle tumbles the load every minute until...
Use and Care Guide - Page 17
...Moving care
For power supply cord-connected dryers: 1.
Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. As needed cleaning Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can result in
dryer. Scrub lint screen with a clean towel.
Thoroughly dry lint screen with the brush to stop before servicing. For direct-wired dryers:
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before your...
Use and Care Guide - Page 18
... an electrician. Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. Check the front and rear edges of the dryer?
WARNING
Fire Hazard Use a heavy metal vent. Run the dryer for service. s Is the clothing knotted or balled up , the load will increase drying times. If the problem continues, call an electrician. If not, press the POWER button. s Is...
Use and Care Guide - Page 19
... Cycles.
Proper operation of the dryer. Cycle time too short
WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to dry quickly?
Stains on our full line of the door. In the U.S.A.
Dry smaller loads that you still need help us or your dryer is recommended for a garage installation. s Is the dryer located in the area where...
Use and Care Guide - Page 20
... MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
You will pay for other than normal, single-family household .... Expenses for travel and transportation for in accordance with electrical or plumbing codes, or use .
4. The removal ...need it is installed in an inaccessible location or is not installed in -warranty service.
WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION MAJOR APPLIANCE WARRANTY
ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
For one year...
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