Whirlpool WED5100S Support Question
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Question posted by focusworks08 on August 14th, 2013
Dryer Over Heating
My dryer seems to be consistantly getting hotter each time a cycle is going. I have turned the tempature knob all the way to Delicate Low. That has not made a differance. What could be some possible issues as to why the dryer is overheating?
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User Instructions - Page 1
...de téléphone
Numéro de modèle
Date d'achat
DRYER SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others . Dealer name
Serial number
..."DANGER" or "WARNING." ®
DRYER USER INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCTIONS POUR L'UTILISATEUR DE LA SÉCHEUSE
Table of Contents
DRYER SAFETY 1 CONTROL PANEL 4 CYCLE GUIDE 5 DRYER USE 6 DRYER CARE 7 TROUBLESHOOTING 9 WARRANTY 11 ASSISTANCE...
User Instructions - Page 2
IMPORTANT: The gas installation must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54. The dryer must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.
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User Instructions - Page 3
...efficiently dry laundry. Gas suppliers recommend that you cannot reach your dryer for Good Air Flow
Along with heat, dryers require good ...air flow to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death.
- Check Your Vent System for final product check.
■■ Clear away items from the entire length of vent possible...
User Instructions - Page 4
...cycle selections. NOTE: If you are available on your dryer has multiple heat settings:
■■ A High heat setting may be used for drying heavyweight items such as you want, select a Timed cycle... WRINKLE SHIELD™ selector knob to ON or choose the amount of the cycle, you may be used ... end of Cycle signal is not as dry as towels and work clothes.
■■ A Low to help ...
User Instructions - Page 5
....
such as your starting point for loads you open the door or turn the Cycle Control knob to avoid wrinkling. Low or Medium heat depending on cycle knob or be a separate control. On some models, the dryer continuously tumbles the load, without heat, for items that uses heat. If the WRINKLE SHIELD™ feature is selected and the End of...
User Instructions - Page 6
...using your dryer Open the dryer door or turn the Cycle Control knob to an Off area when the dryer is selectable. If desired, add fabric softener sheet.
To restart your dryer anytime during a cycle. Close ...filled)
Cycle
Timed Dry
Timed Dry Air
(no heat)
Temp Low
Low N/A
Time 60 min.
60 min. 90 min.
6
Failure to hang over the edge of the Start button and is not in dryer. ...
User Instructions - Page 7
... and remove the lint. Wet lint is located where the dryer air exits your fingers. IMPORTANT:
■■ Do not run the dryer with a damp cloth. 3. Doing so can increase drying time. The exhaust hood is hard to the stained area of laundry in dryer.
Pull the lint
screen toward you. Scrub
lint screen with...
User Instructions - Page 8
... supply line. 5. Electric Dryers
For power supply cord-connected dryers: 1. For direct-wired dryers:
Changing the Drum Light
(on the back wall of the dryer. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.
2. ...Vacation Care
Operate your dryer for an extended period of time, you should:
1. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base. 6. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base. 3. Failure ...
User Instructions - Page 9
...possibly avoid the cost of the drum for small objects. In Canada www.whirlpool.ca
Dryer will bounce, causing the dryer to Timed or Air Dry? Electric dryers use a metal foil vent. The dryer will increase drying times. The drum may be turning...Has the dryer had a period of dryer cycles requires temperatures above 45ºF (7ºC).
9 If you may not have heat.
The timer...
User Instructions - Page 10
... first time?
The new electric heating element may feel very warm.
■■ Was a high temperature cycle used, or was a separate temperature control set on load
■■ Is the lint screen clogged? All cycles are caused by dyes in back or other clothing. Accessories
Enhance your dryer is too hot
■■ Were laundry items...
Installation Instructions - Page 1
... safety messages will tell you what can kill or hurt you how to potential hazards that can happen if the instructions are very important. ELECTRIC DRYER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS U.S.A. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. This is , tell you and others are not followed...
Installation Instructions - Page 2
...)
■ Tin snips (new vent installations)
■ ¼" nut driver (recommended)
■ Tape measure
■ Pliers
4 Leveling legs
A
B
A.
Short inlet hose
C
D
E
D. Inlet hose with dryer if installing on a pedestal. "Y" connector C. NOTE: Do not use leveling legs supplied with right-angle connector
E.
Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system hardware...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
... additional spacing for ease of installation and service.
■ May need ■ A location that allows proper exhaust installation. Additional installation requirements
Dryer is suitable for spacing of an automatic sensor cycle, possibly resulting in longer drying times. NOTE: Most installations require minimum 5" (127 mm) clearance for rear exhaust of 1" (25 mm) under entire...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
... (1.22 m) long, must end in remodeling after 1996, and all local codes and ordinances. If the dryer is isolated from : National Fire Protection Association, One Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269.
■ To... If local codes do not use with upturned ends.
■ A UL listed strain relief. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is prohibited. The 4-wire power supply cord, at least 4 ft (1....
Installation Instructions - Page 5
... below terminal block opening
C. Ground wire (green or bare wire) must be connected to green ground connector. Strain relief should have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be in place. Electrical Connection
WARNING
Fire Hazard
Use a new UL listed 30 amp power supply cord.
Connect remaining 2 supply wires to remaining...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
.... Remove center, silver-colored terminal block screw.
2. If your home has:
And you will be Go to Section connecting to :
3-wire direct
(89 mm)
A fused disconnect or circuit breaker box*
... your home has:
And you will be Go to Section connecting to :
4-wire receptacle (NEMA Type 14-30R)
A UL listed, 120/240-volt minimum, 30-amp, dryer power supply cord*
4-wire connection: Power ...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
... under the screw of direct wire cable to outer terminal block screws. Tighten strain relief screws. 6.
Now go to center, silver-colored terminal block screw C. Cut 11/2" (38 mm) from external ground conductor
screw....for mobile homes and where local codes do not permit the use of extra length so dryer can be moved if needed. Tighten screw. Ground wire (green or bare) of the terminal block.
Ground ...
Installation Instructions - Page 14
..., protected surface, with your door swing from the dryer door opening .
6.
Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and start of the
dryer door opening to front panel of the 2 hinges in the same holes. Loosen the top screw from turning on.
NOTE: You may be on top of the dryer door opening , if desired.
1. A
2. This odor is common...
Installation Instructions - Page 15
... to restart the dryer.
■ "L2" Diagnostic Code (low or no line voltage condition): The drum will continue to the front panel of screw exposed.
7. The dryer will turn, but you may... possibly avoid the cost of the door.
6. Electric dryers use 2 household fuses or circuit breakers. Close door to the front panel.
5. Use a time-delay fuse. Leave approximately 1/4" (5 mm) of the dryer...
Installation Instructions - Page 16
...has too many turns.
If the ....
■ "AF" (low airflow condition): The dryer will increase drying times. Press any key to clear the code from the dryer to the wall is free of...dryer requires 5" (127 mm). Electric dryers use a metal foil vent. Check that the exhaust vent is properly installed.
Run the dryer for details.
■ Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and restart the dryer...
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