Whirlpool LEW0050PQ Support Question
Whirlpool LEW0050PQ Support Question
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Question posted by bicl on September 4th, 2014
Whirlpool Dryer Lew0050pq Wont Turn On
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Answer #1: Posted by freginold on September 4th, 2014 2:57 AM
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If you've verified that you're using the correct type of outlet, and power is coming from the outlet, then you can download service information for this model here:
http://dryernotheating.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/8178475-L-76-Whirlpool-24%EF%80%A0-Electric-Dryer.pdf
This manual includes disassembly instructions, theory of operation, and a wiring schematic, and can be a great help in troubleshooting why your dryer won't turn on.
http://dryernotheating.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/8178475-L-76-Whirlpool-24%EF%80%A0-Electric-Dryer.pdf
This manual includes disassembly instructions, theory of operation, and a wiring schematic, and can be a great help in troubleshooting why your dryer won't turn on.
Related Whirlpool LEW0050PQ Manual Pages
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
... follow instructions.
This is moving. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can kill or ...hurt you to potential hazards that could cause a load to the drying compartment.
DRYER SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others .
s Do not dry articles that have provided...
Use and Care Guide - Page 4
... the dealer from whom you planning to the "Assistance or Service" section of this manual. Place dryer at least 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor for this manual. See "Electrical Requirements."
Do not operate your dryer or refer to the "Assistance or Service" section of this manual. To do so, you purchased...
Use and Care Guide - Page 5
... with vents
3" (7.6 cm)
C
Mobile Home - Side view - Closet door 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" (0 cm) 0" (0 ...cm) clearance;
s Special provisions must be at least twice as large as the dryer exhaust opening.
5 The opening are required.
Closet door with equivalent ventilation opening ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 6
... should contain:
s A UL listed 30-amp power supply cord, rated 120/240 volt minimum. The wires that the electrical connection is secured under the neutral terminal (center or white wire) of electric shock.
If your dryer, you must be either green or bare. The 4-wire power supply cord, at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long...
Use and Care Guide - Page 7
...Requirements
s Do not install flexible metal vent in death or fire.
If this dryer MUST BE
EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. Flexible metal vent s Flexible metal vents are shown here.... exhaust vent
Rigid metal vent s For best drying performance, rigid metal vents are
recommended.
The dryer exhaust must be connected into the interior of a building.
Elbows 45° elbows provide better ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 8
...UL listed strain relief B. Power cord
8 Use a UL listed strain relief.
Disconnect power before making electrical connections. Unscrew the strain relief from the strain relief.
5. Ground wire (green or bare wire) ...must be connected to do so can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.
Disconnect power. 2.
Be sure that the wire insulation on the power supply cord...
Use and Care Guide - Page 9
...3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R)
A UL listed, 120/240-volt minimum, 30-amp, dryer power supply cord
3-wire connection: Power supply cord
3-wire direct
3¹⁄₂" (8.9 cm...dryer cabinet, behind the external ground conductor screw. Remove this wire. Connect ground wire (green or bare) of electrical connection: 4-wire (recommended)
3-wire (if 4-wire is not available)
Electrical ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 10
...2. Tighten screw. Connect the other power supply cable wires under the center screw of the dryer. 5. Tighten strain relief nut.
3-wire connection: Direct Wire
Use where local codes permit ... wire (white or center wire) of power supply cord under the screw of extra length so dryer can be removed to make the connection.) Tighten screw. 4.
Tighten strain relief nut. Tighten screws...
Use and Care Guide - Page 11
...your exhaust installation type
Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer. Squeeze hooked ends together.
Terminate the exhaust vent outside. ...a noncombustible portion of the other power supply cable wires under the center screw of the dryer. 5. Exhaust hood B. Do not use a plastic vent. For ordering information see "...
Use and Care Guide - Page 12
... in back or other fastening devices that extend into its final location. Using the coupling supplied with the dryer, connect the exhaust vent to its final location. Move dryer into the interior of elbows and turns.
The Vent system chart provides venting requirements that will provide the straightest and most direct path outdoors...
Use and Care Guide - Page 13
... tripped. Plug into a grounded outlet and/or electrical supply is connected. Turn on the dryer.
8. Wipe the dryer drum interior thoroughly with a damp cloth to see which step was skipped.
2. s Start button has been pushed firmly. When the dryer has been running or "On" position.
If the dryer will go back through the steps to remove...
Use and Care Guide - Page 14
...foam, rubber, or plastic in death or fire. Before using your dryer at any type of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before each load.
... that has ever had any time Turn the cycle knob to remove dust from dryer. The indicator light will glow to turn on it (even after pressing START 1. Turn the cycle knob to select the recommended...
Use and Care Guide - Page 15
...NOTE: If you dry a similar load. Drying time varies according to start the cycle. Cycle Knob Turn this button to the type of fabric, size of the cycle.
Cycle and temperature tips s Dry...Tips
Select the correct cycle and temperature for various loads, refer to reduce wrinkling. Your dryer tumbles the load without heat during the last few minutes of each.
Indicator Light This...
Use and Care Guide - Page 16
...46 cm) above the floor for : s Heavyweight items and work clothes that should be turned off the screen with your fingers.
Close lint screen. s Lightweight items, such as ...form when clothes are still damp after the automatic cycle. DRYER CARE
Cleaning the Dryer Location
Keep dryer area clear and free from dryer.
To clean 1. WARNING
Cleaning the Lint Screen
Every load ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 17
...lint screen. Replace all excess dye is completely dry. As needed cleaning Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can cause longer drying times for an extended...household cleaner to your dryer for your fingers. 2. For direct-wired dryers:
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before operating. If you are secure in death or electrical shock.
1.
Disconnect ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 18
...? Do not use 2 household fuses or circuit breakers. Failure to side? Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply.
If not, press the POWER button.
When balled up ? Do not use ? Run the dryer for a while, there may be turning, but the drum isn't turning?
If the problem continues, call ... WARNING
Fire Hazard Use a heavy metal...
Use and Care Guide - Page 19
... the dryer overloaded?
Failure to order replacement parts, we recommend that can also look in your request.
s Is the automatic cycle ending early? The load may not be gone after the first cycle.
Call the Whirlpool Customer eXperience Center toll free: 1-800-253-1301.
If so, ventilate the area. The new electric heating...
Use and Care Guide - Page 20
...major appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with electrical or plumbing codes, or use your major appliance to better help
can find .../TM Trademark of purchase or installation date for product service in remote locations.
10. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION MAJOR APPLIANCE WARRANTY
ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
For one year from the date of purchase...
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