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Question posted by joseGJM37 on September 13th, 2013

Electric Dryer Start Only When The Door Is Open

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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 8578567

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

... to catch fire. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to eliminate static unless recommended by qualified service personnel. s Do...Keep area around the exhaust opening and adjacent surrounding areas free from service or discarded, remove the door to the weather. This is moving. s Before the dryer is removed from the accumulation ...

Use and Care Guide - Page 4

...Ask for this manual. 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. Ask for a total height of 1" (2.5 cm) under entire dryer. Check that allows for a garage installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with a maximum...

Use and Care Guide - Page 5

... in.2 (155 cm2) 0" (0 cm) 0" (0 cm) 1" (2.5 cm) A B A. s Special provisions must be large enough to allow the dryer door to open fully. Installation Clearances The location must be made in mobile homes to introduce outside air into the dryer. Closet door with elbows. Dryer only 14" (35.6 cm) 18"(45.7 cm) 48 in .2 (155 cm2) 0" 1" (2 . 5 cm) A (0 cm) (0 cm...

Use and Care Guide - Page 6

... least 5 ft (1.52 m) long. The plug must have a fuse in a location where grounding through the neutral conductor is installed with clothes dryers. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 6 s Do not use with a 4-wire electrical supply connection, the neutral ground wire must be at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long, must have a proper outlet installed by direct wire...

Use and Care Guide - Page 7

Do not use plastic or metal foil vent. The dryer exhaust must not be fully extended and supported when the dryer is in its final location. s Replace any gas vent, chimney, ...Hazard Use a heavy metal vent. Failure to woodwork, furniture, paint, wallpaper, carpets, etc. If this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. s Exhaust vent must be connected into the interior of the duct. Box hood ...

Use and Care Guide - Page 8

... bare wire) must be connected to do so can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. 1. Connect remaining 2 supply wires to center terminal (silver). Failure to green ...then the strain relief. Strain relief C. UL listed strain relief B. Disconnect power before making electrical connections. Connect remaining 2 supply wires to center terminal (silver). Remove the terminal block ...

Use and Care Guide - Page 9

... (green or bare) of the terminal block. Locate the neutral ground wire inside the dryer cabinet, behind the external ground conductor screw. Tighten screw. 3. Strip 5" (12.7 cm) 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 if needed. A A. Tighten...

Use and Care Guide - Page 10

...the neutral wire (white or center wire) of power supply cable under the center screw of the dryer. 5. Tighten screw. C B D A A. Ground prong D. Neutral wire (white or center wire... codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire. Locate the neutral ground wire inside the dryer cabinet, behind the external ground conductor screw. A A. Center terminal block screw C. Neutral ...

Use and Care Guide - Page 11

... elbow) Over-the-Top Installation Kit Part Number 4396028 for close clearances Venting systems come in death or fire. Place the hooked ends of the dryer. Center terminal block screw WARNING 4. A close-clearance installation is available for close clearance alternate installation is shown below. Terminate the exhaust vent outside. Tighten screw...

Use and Care Guide - Page 12

... close to its final location. s Reduce performance, resulting in "Plan Vent System." See illustration below. Move dryer into the interior of the dryer. 5. Use caulking compound to seal all joints. Use clamps to seal exterior wall opening around exhaust hood. 2. Vent clamp C. Vent coupler D. Make sure the exhaust vent is placed inside exhaust...

Use and Care Guide - Page 13

...do not feel heat, turn off the dryer and check the following : s Controls are set in a running for 5 minutes, open the dryer door and feel for the dryer. NOTE: You may be 2 household fuses...qualified technician. Level Dryer Check the levelness of /recycle all parts are intact and tight, or that you feel heat, cancel cycle and close the door. Turn on the dryer. 8. s Start button has been ...

Use and Care Guide - Page 14

...Open the dryer door. 2. Do not pack the dryer. The indicator light will glow to the STOP position or open the door. To restart the dryer 1. Do not dry anything flammable on it (even after pressing START...). Before using your dryer at any type of fire, electric shock, or injury to remove dust from dryer. Clean the lint screen before operating this dryer. See "Cleaning the...

Use and Care Guide - Page 15

... select between a normal and low drying temperature. Temperature The Temperature Control button lets you have selected a cycle and temperature, press this knob to start the cycle. Your dryer tumbles the load without heat during the last few minutes of each. Controls The control panel is simple to understand and easy to reduce...

Use and Care Guide - Page 16

...-Wrinkle helps smooth out wrinkles that should be turned off the screen with your fingers. A screen blocked by lint can result in the door opening of the dryer. Open the door and pull the lint screen straight up to 60 minutes of combustion and ventilation air. Failure to complete drying if items are drying permanent...

Use and Care Guide - Page 17

...buildup. IMPORTANT: s Do not run the dryer with a clean towel. Wet a nylon brush with powdered laundry detergent and very warm water. 2. Replace in death or electrical shock. 1. Make a paste with hot ...damp cloth. 4. Wipe drum thoroughly with the brush to secure dryer door. 17 Some paper towels may discolor the dryer interior. From the Exhaust Vent Lint should : 1. If you ...

Use and Care Guide - Page 18

...dryer door firmly closed? s Was the Start button firmly pressed? s Is the clothing knotted or balled up , the load will increase drying times. WARNING Fire Hazard Use a heavy metal vent. Run the dryer...or outside exhaust hood to vibrate. s Is the exhaust vent diameter the correct size? Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. Use a time-delay fuse. s Is the motor running...

Use and Care Guide - Page 19

... date and the complete model and serial number of the door. s Specialized customer assistance (Spanish speaking, hearing impaired,... where your area, call . It may have ventilation openings at the top and bottom of your nearest Whirlpool designated... electric heating element may save you still need to fulfill the product warranty and provide afterwarranty service, anywhere in your dryer ...

Use and Care Guide - Page 20

...-family household use. 4. You can be provided by a Whirlpool designated service company. Service must provide proof of God, improper installation, installation not in accordance with electrical or plumbing codes, or use your major appliance is designed to correct house wiring or plumbing. 2. The removal and reinstallation of your major appliance to...

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