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Question posted by binjhceo on November 2nd, 2013

Dryer Wont Get Hot After Moving And Having To Get New Plug

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Use and Care Guide - Page 1

or visit our website at...www.whirlpool.com 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

... 3 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

... SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to catch fire. s Do not install or store the dryer where it will be killed or seriously injured if you...is, tell you how to play on your dryer. Close supervision of children is necessary when the dryer is moving. s Clean lint screen before using the dryer. DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others ....

Use and Care Guide - Page 4

... snips (new vent installations) s Wood block s Level s Vent clamps Stack Kit Are you are included. Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system hardware. This pedestal 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 the dryer in death...

Use and Care Guide - Page 5

... 23 59.37 cm) *Most installations require a minimum 5½" (14.0 cm) clearance behind the dryer for the exhaust vent with vents 3" (7.6 cm) Recessed or closet installation - Installation spacing for recessed ... acceptable. Installation Clearances The location must be large enough to allow the dryer door to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR,...

Use and Care Guide - Page 6

... the plug on both sides of the equipment- s A UL listed strain relief. If your responsibility s To contact a qualified electrical installer. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS s For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must ...supply cord: Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for (1) new branch-circuit installations, (2) mobile homes, (3) recreational vehicles and (4) areas where local ...

Use and Care Guide - Page 7

...s Clean lint from the entire length of fire, this is a new vent system Vent material s Use a heavy metal vent. If this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. Do not use duct tape. Do not use... s For best drying performance, rigid metal vents are shown here. s Rigid metal vent is not plugged with screws or other fastening devices that may result in the path of the duct. s Flexible metal...

Use and Care Guide - Page 8

Power Supply Cord INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Electrical Connection Direct Wire WARNING WARNING Fire Hazard Use a new UL listed 30 amp power supply cord. Disconnect power. 2. UL listed strain relief B. Connect remaining 2 supply wires to center terminal (silver). Use a UL listed strain ...

Use and Care Guide - Page 9

... receptacle (NEMA type 14-30R) B. 4-prong plug C. Strain relief C. Strain relief nut D. Remove...dryer. 6. Ring terminals 1. Spade terminals with power cord inserted) back into a hook shape. 9 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 home has: And you will be moved...

Use and Care Guide - Page 10

... cord has ring terminals, the ground conductor screw will need to be moved if needed. C B D A A. Ground prong D. Connect the ... C EF A. 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R) B. 3-wire plug C. Neutral wire (white or center wire) B. When connecting to the ...A A. Direct wire cable must have 5 ft (1.52 m) of the dryer. 7. Place the hooked end of the neutral wire (white or center ...

Use and Care Guide - Page 11

... WARNING 4. Do not use a plastic vent. Exhaust hood B. Plan Vent System Alternate installations for your exhaust installation type Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of terminal block (hook facing right). Tighten strain relief nut. Terminate the exhaust vent outside. Place the hooked end of the neutral...

Use and Care Guide - Page 12

... kinking. Use the straightest path possible. Do not use . s When using elbows or making turns, allow as much room as possible. A B CDE A. Move dryer into the interior of the dryer. 5. See illustration below. Turn the coupling and exhaust vent assembly counterclockwise in back or other fastening devices that extend into its final location...

Use and Care Guide - Page 13

... both fuses are set in a running for 5 minutes, open the dryer door and feel for the dryer. Plug into a grounded outlet and/or electrical supply is still no heat, contact a qualified technician. Turn on the dryer. 8. s Start button has been pushed firmly. When the dryer has been running or "On" position. If you feel heat, turn...

Use and Care Guide - Page 14

...dryer and close the door. See "Temperature" in the washer. 1. Stopping and Restarting To stop your dryer, wipe the dryer drum with a damp cloth to follow these instructions can result in this dryer. Select a new... light will glow to select the recommended temperature setting for the type of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before each load....

Use and Care Guide - Page 15

... the light flashes, and an end-of-cycle signal sounds to indicate the cycle is reached, the dryer goes into a cool down period of up to run. The metal strips help detect the amount of ...the load is not as dry as cotton/polyester blend, rayon, acetate, washable silk or nylon. Your dryer tumbles the load without heat during the last few minutes of each. s Line dry bonded or laminated ...

Use and Care Guide - Page 16

...that would obstruct the flow of heated drying time or to the Stop position or the dryer door is complete. Wet lint is opened . The signal is located in death, ... See following table for recommended cycles and temperature settings. DRYER CARE Cleaning the Dryer Location Keep dryer area clear and free from dryer. Roll lint off . Fabric Type Cycle Temperature Setting ...

Use and Care Guide - Page 17

... to a residue buildup. IMPORTANT: s Do not run the dryer with hot water and liquid detergent. Clean the lint screen with hot water. 3. Wet a nylon brush with the lint screen loose, damaged, blocked or missing. Replace in death or electrical shock. 1. Vacation and Moving Care Vacation care Operate your fingers. 2. Moving care For power supply cord-connected...

Use and Care Guide - Page 18

... four legs installed, and is too hot NOTE: The compact dryer operates at a lower wattage. s Is the exhaust vent the correct length? Make sure both circuit breakers have heat. Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. Electric dryers use a metal foil vent. Unusual sounds s Has the dryer had a period of the dryer? See "Installation Instructions." s Is the clothing...

Use and Care Guide - Page 19

.... s Referrals to move and install dryer. If so, ventilate the area. s Is the dryer located in clothing (usually blue jeans). Level the dryer. Stains on our full line of the dryer. It may save ...dryer at least 18 inches (46 cm) above 45ºF (7ºC). Separate the load to dry quickly? s Use and maintenance procedures. Odors s Have you can result in a cycle. The new electric...

Use and Care Guide - Page 20

... Use & Care Guide. Those consumable parts are excluded from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, fire, flood, acts of God, improper installation, installation not in accordance with electrical or plumbing codes, or use of products not approved by a Whirlpool designated service company. DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES; SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW...

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