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Question posted by afowler on June 10th, 2012
What Is The Drum Made Of In The Whirlpool 4900xw Dryer?
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Owners Manual - Page 2
DRYER SAFETY
2
Owners Manual - Page 4
...DRY CYCLES FOR BETTER FABRIC CARE AND ENERGY SAVINGS
Use the ACCUDRY™/Automatic Dry cycles to the dryer plays a big role in a vent system; Good air flow
Along with 4" (102 mm)
... caused by improper venting are sensed in shrinkage, wrinkling, and static due to efficiently dry laundry. The Energy Preferred cycle will reduce your drying times and improve your lint screen before each...
Owners Manual - Page 5
... on the fabrics in your laundry load. NOTE: When the Wrinkle Shield™ setting is selected and the End of Cycle Signal is on your Dryer Cycle Knob to select for ...
3
4
TIMED DRY 50
40
Damp Dry
Tumble Press
20
60
70
Heavy Dry
Cool Down OFF ACCUDRY
sensor dryer
Jeans Very Dry
ENERGY PREFERRED
OFF
Delicate
WP_WEGD4900XW
Less Dry Cool Down
OFF
WRINKLE SHIELD
Air n o
On
heat...
Owners Manual - Page 6
...Fabric
Wrinkle Shield™ End of the temperature to dry large or heavy loads.
Will run the dryer for a load, select the lower setting rather than you like , select Very Dry next time...fabric type, load size, and dryness setting. CYCLE GUIDE - Settings and options shown in your dryer has multiple heat settings:
A High heavy temperature setting may be used for drying medium-weight items...
Owners Manual - Page 7
... each load. Place laundry in the dryer. NOTE: Your model may have drop down doors.
Close the door.
Load the dryer
Clean the lint screen before operating this dryer. Do not rinse ... tumble freely.
7 Do not tightly pack the dryer;
clothes should be able to remove lint. Before using your dryer, wipe the dryer drum with your fingers. Push the lint screen firmly back...
Owners Manual - Page 8
... on some models)
n Get up to 40 minutes of heat-free, periodic tumbling at which the dryer will sound every 5 minutes until the clothes are removed, or the Wrinkle Shield™ setting ends....
begin the cycle.
Promptly remove garments after cycle has completed to remove a load from the dryer as soon as it cannot be changed without stopping the cycle. Use the Wrinkle Shield™...
Owners Manual - Page 9
... lint. See "Venting Requirements." As needed cleaning Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can increase drying time. This buildup can cause overheating and damage to stop before your fingers. 2. The screen is located in dryer.
9 Wet a nylon brush with the brush to dry the drum. Scrub lint screen with hot water and liquid...
Owners Manual - Page 10
.... 2. Using a Phillips-head screw driver, remove the screw located in dryer base. 3.
Changing the drum light (on the back wall of the dryer. Replace the bulb with the screw.
4. For direct-wired dryers: 1. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base. 4. Clean lint screen. Open the dryer door. Make sure leveling legs are secure in...
Owners Manual - Page 11
... crushed or kinked.
Lint screen should be turning, but you hear the dryer drum moving. If you experience
Possible Causes
Solution
Clothes are not drying satisfactorily, ...drum may vibrate if not properly installed. Electric dryers use 2 household fuses or circuit breakers. Clothing knotted or balled up , the load will bounce, causing the dryer to tumble freely. In Canada www.whirlpool...
Owners Manual - Page 12
... or fumes are wrinkled
Load not removed from the dryer before removing laundry from dryer. Was a high temperature cycle used .
Items removed...load without heat to other clothing.
In Canada www.whirlpool.ca
If you recently been painting, staining, or varnishing...sensor strips. Lint on ACCUDRY™/Automatic Dry cycles.
Drum stains are cooled slowly to reduced wrinkling and make it...
Owners Manual - Page 13
..., contact your major appliance is used in accordance with electrical or plumbing codes, or use of products not approved by a Whirlpool designated service company. You can be repaired in -warranty service. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION LAUNDRY WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY
For one year from the date of purchase.
6. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and...
Dimension Guide - Page 1
...of elbows you will need. Recessed area B. Louvered doors with product. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the ...specifications without notice. Specifications subject to change without notice.
B
4"
C
(102 mm)
OVERALL DIMENSIONS
Dryer dimensions
A
2½"
(64 mm) 4"
(102 mm) A.
Side view - Do not ...
Installation Instructions - Page 2
... how to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others are not followed. WARNING
You can happen if the instructions are very important. DRYER SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of injury, and tell you what the potential hazard is the safety alert symbol.
Tools needed:
Flat-blade screwdriver...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
... from the dealer from whom you are included.
Location Requirements
Tape measure
Pliers
Level
Caulking gun and compound (for use with clothes dryers. You will be installed or stored in dryer drum. Drying times can be considered.
■■ Level floor with upturned ends.
■■ A UL listed strain relief. Some codes limit...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
... determine that the electrical connection is adequate. Electrical Connection
To properly install your dryer, you must determine the type of electrical connection you will be removed from the... (center or white wire) of the door are required. Additional installation requirements
This dryer is manufactured ready to install with vents
*Additional spacing recommended
3"* (76 mm)
Electrical...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
...listed strain relief. The 3-wire power supply cord, at least 4 ft. (1.22 m) long. Prepare dryer for leveling legs
To avoid damaging floor, use with upturned ends.
■■ A UL listed strain ...All current-carrying wires must have 4 10-gauge solid
copper wires and match a 4-wire receptacle of dryer. Leave enough room for use a large flat piece of NEMA Type 10-30R.
Screw in leveling...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
... ground wire (E) from a 3/4" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief (UL marking on the power supply cord is inside the strain relief.
Spade terminals with the dryer cabinet and be in place. For 3-wire Power Supply Cord Connection, see page 8.
Tighten strain relief screws just enough to strain relief
B
Put power supply...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
..., silver-colored terminal block screw (B).
Spade terminals with hold -down screw. Connect ground wire
A
F Connect ground wire (F) (green or bare) of dryer rear panel. B
D
E
A
C
GF
A. 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R) B. 3-wire plug C. Tighten screw.
5. Finally, reinsert ...screw (A). Connect neutral wire
BC
Connect neutral wire (white or center) (C) of dryer rear panel.
Installation Instructions - Page 9
...remaining 3 wires. To connect wires to terminal block, place hooked end of extra length so dryer may be in a horizontal position. Attach direct wire cable
to the right, squeeze hooked end...facing to strain relief
(127
5" mm)
Direct wire cable must have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be moved if needed.
Attach direct wire strain relief
IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is ...
Installation Instructions - Page 15
... to operate correctly.
Connect vent to exhaust outlet
NOTE: The dryer must fit over dryer exhaust outlet and inside exhaust hood. Avoid crushing or kinking vent. Level Dryer
1. q Dispose of E.I. For direct wire installation, turn on dryer. q Wipe dryer drum interior thoroughly with a 4" (102 mm) clamp.
2.
Dryer vent must be level for the moisture sensing system to...
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Dryer does not heat - Electric dryer
... not heat. Replace the fuses or reset the circuit breakers. Has a household fuse blown or has a circuit breaker tripped? The drum may not have heat. Electric dryers use 2 household fuses or circuit breakers. Did you may be incorrectly installed. Review the Installation Instructions to make sure that the power... -
There are stains on the dryer drum
... with unstable dyes inside of clean cloths or towels to the stained area. To clean the dryer drum: Make a paste with a damp cloth. Tumble a load of the dryer? Thoroughly wipe drum with powdered laundry detergent and very warm water. Apply the paste to a soft cloth or apply a liquid, nonflammable household cleaner to dry... -
My dryer makes sounds or vibrations
... load knotted or balled up . Laundry items with large amounts of fabric, such as coins, paper clips, safety pins, screws, nails or other small hardware can flatten where the rollers and drum touch. The flat spot causes the thumping sound. Once the dryer runs for your particular model by using...
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