Whirlpool WED5500XW Support Question
Whirlpool WED5500XW Support Question
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Question posted by bean3459 on October 18th, 2012
Brand New And Won't Power Up.
We purchased a new Whirlpool Cabrio(Model: WED 5500XW0) and it will not turn on. There is power available at the recepticle and when we plug it in the dryer does not turn on. Why do think this is? Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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Related Whirlpool WED5500XW Manual Pages
Dimension Guide - Page 1
...turns.
Use the fewest 90° turns possible. Louvered doors with equivalent air ventilation openings are required.
4" (102 mm)
4" (102 mm) Recommended styles: A. Specifications subject to use plastic or metal foil vent. 27" Electric Dryer
PRODUCT MODEL...turn inside the dryer. Plan the installation to change materials and specifications without notice.
Because Whirlpool ...
Installation Instructions - Page 2
... the potential hazard is the safety alert symbol. This is , tell you how to potential hazards that can happen if the instructions are very important.
DRYER SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of injury, and tell you and others are not followed.
2
Always read and obey all safety messages.
Installation Instructions - Page 3
...See "Venting Requirements." ■■ A separate 30 amp circuit.
3
If using a power supply cord: Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for purchase from the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer. Location Requirements
Adjustable wrench that opens to the dryer must end in dryer drum.
Check existing electrical supply and venting, and read "Electrical Requirements...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
...;■ Additional spacing should also be considered.
■■ Level floor with equivalent ventilation openings are using power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft. (610 mm) of either side of the dryer is available for purchase from : National Fire Protection Association, One Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269.
■■ To supply the...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
... match a 4-wire receptacle of NEMA Type 14-30 R.
Electrical Connection
To properly install your dryer, you must determine the type of electrical connection you will be using a power 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 codes prohibit grounding...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
... electrical connection and to its feet.
Slide the dryer until diamond marking is close to connect the exhaust vent.
Firmly grasp dryer body (not console panel) and gently lay dryer down on its final location. To avoid damaging floor, use a wrench to finish turning legs until it is no longer visible. place under entire...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
use a new ul listed 30 amp power supply cord.
NOTE: If local codes do so can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.
Securely tighten all electrical connections. Remove terminal block cover
CB
A
D
E F
Before you start, disconnect power. External ground conductor screw C. Disconnect power before making electrical connections. Ground wire (green or bare wire) must...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
... the power supply cord is inside the strain relief. A
B
F
CD
E
G
A. 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-30R) B. 4-prong plug C....power supply cord through the strain relief. Do not further tighten strain relief screws at this page.
Ring terminals
3. The strain relief should have a tight fit with upturned ends F. 3/4" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief G. Spade terminals with the dryer...
Installation Instructions - Page 9
... (NEMA type 10-30R) B. 3-wire plug C. Remove center screw
B
Connect remaining wires to outer terminal block screws. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Connect remaining wires
Connect remaining wires to outer terminal block screws. Tighten screws. Connect remaining wires
3-wire Power Supply Cord Connection
Use where...
Installation Instructions - Page 10
... the direct wire cable. To connect wires to terminal block, place hooked end of extra length so dryer may be in a horizontal position. Prepare your 4-wire cable for mobile homes and where local codes ... wire cable
to strain relief
(127
5" mm)
Direct wire cable must have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be moved if needed. The strain relief should have 5 ft. (1.52 m) of wire under...
Installation Instructions - Page 11
... wire (E) and place hooked end (hook facing right) of neutral wire (white or center wire) (C) of dryer rear panel. Connect ground wire
(893m½m" )
Direct wire cable must have 5 ft. (1.52 m) of... cable. Strip 31/2" (89 mm) of outer covering from end of extra length so dryer may be moved if needed. Tighten screw.
8. Shape wire ends into slot of direct wire cable under...
Installation Instructions - Page 12
...ground wire
and neutral wire
B E
C
Place hooked end of neutral wire (white or cente) (C) of dryer rear panel. Tighten screw.
7. Connect remaining wires
Connect neutral ground wire (E) and neutral wire (white or ...(A) to connect neutral
ground wire and neutral wire
Place hooked ends of power supply cord or cable under outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right). Squeeze hooked end together. ...
Installation Instructions - Page 13
..." (305 mm) from entire length of the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with lint.
Failure to achieve best drying performance. Louvered hood B. Box hood
2½" (64... Hazard
use a plastic vent.
Do not use a heavy metal vent. Do not use duct tape.
Dryer exhaust must not be fully extended and supported in death or fire.
Rigid metal vent: ■■...
Owners Manual - Page 4
... air flow by:
n Cleaning your energy savings.
Proper venting will be sure to efficiently dry laundry. Service calls caused by improper venting are sensed in good air flow.
n Use no more drying...length of time set and sometimes results in shrinkage, wrinkling, and static due to the dryer plays a big role in the load. See Installation Instructions.
During Automatic Cycles, drying air...
Owners Manual - Page 5
... are available on all models. n Get up to pause it stops, wrinkles can form. Drying time will depend on your laundry load. Cycle Signal The Cycle Signal produces an audible sound when the drying cycle is in process to 60 or 150 minutes for models with two choices, 90 minutes for your dryer model.
Turn the knob...
Owners Manual - Page 7
... screen straight up. Do not rinse or wash screen to tumble freely.
3.
Press POWER
Press the POWER button to turn on the dryer.
7 Load the dryer
Clean the lint screen before each load. Close the door. USING YOUR DRYER
1. Clean the lint screen
2.
Place laundry in the dryer. For additional cleaning information, see Dryer Care. Do not overload the...
Owners Manual - Page 9
..., such as denim blue jeans or brightly colored cotton items, may discolor the dryer interior. Cleaning the dryer interior
To clean dryer drum 1. Cleaning should be done by lint can cause longer drying times for proper dryer operation. As needed cleaning Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can cause overheating and damage to remove. Thoroughly...
Owners Manual - Page 10
.... Locate the light bulb cover on all Automatic cycles are secure in dryer base. 5. Remove the cover.
3. There are 3 drying settings, which are secure in dryer base. 6. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. See "Cleaning the Lint Screen." Steam models only: Shut off water faucet. 4.
Turn bulb counterclockwise. Replace the bulb with the screw.
4. Replace the cover...
Owners Manual - Page 11
... and restart the dryer. For gas dryers, is too hot
Lint screen clogged with lint, restricting air movement? http://www.whirlpool.com/help - In Canada www.whirlpool.ca
If you ... increase drying times. Household fuse is a normal operating sound.
Incorrect power supply.
The dryer may be turning, but you experience
Possible Causes
Solution
Clothes are not drying satisfactorily, ...
Owners Manual - Page 12
...drying cycle. TROUBLESHOOTING cont. http://www.whirlpool.com/help - Lint on Automatic Cycles. Dry smaller loads that can stain your dryer is too hot
Is the electric dryer being used for very small loads.... see also Changing the Automatic Cycle Default Settings.
The new electric heating element may feel very warm. Level the dryer. Change the dryness level setting on load
Lint screen ...
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