Whirlpool WGD6400SW Support Question
Whirlpool WGD6400SW Support Question
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Question posted by banderson on December 1st, 2010
Dryer Quits
Dryer quits in middle of cycle and won't restart. If left for 10-15 minutes it will restart and finish the cycle.
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Use and Care Guide - Page 3
... the fire department.
- These words mean:
DANGER
You can be a T-handle type. ■ A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3 feet.
3 Do not store or use any electrical switch; Installation ...the potential hazard is the safety alert symbol. All safety messages will follow instructions. DRYER SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others .
do not use gasoline or other ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 4
... wrench
■ 8" or 10" adjustable wrench (for gas connections)
■ Flat-blade screwdriver
■ Adjustable wrench that could cause a load to catch fire.
■ Do not dry articles that may also contact the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer.
■ Mobile home installation kit. The dryer must conform with local codes, or in...
Use and Care Guide - Page 5
...located within 2 ft (61 cm) of
either the right or left side.
18"* (45.7 cm)
14" max.* (35.6cm)
48 in. 2* (310 cm2)
3"* (7.6 cm)
24 in.2* (155 cm2)
1" (2.5 cm)
29"
1" 1"* 29¼" 5"
(73.7 cm) (2.5 cm) (2.5 cm) (74... limit, or do so can be considered for ease of an automatic cycle. Contact your dryer at the end of installation and servicing.
■ Additional clearances might not...
Use and Care Guide - Page 6
...Volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- It is recommended.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Explosion Hazard
Use a new CSA International approved gas supply line. Install a shut-off valve.
Gas Supply Line:
■ Must include... if you are in a risk of electric shock.
LP gas conversion: Conversion must be made to whether the dryer is located on the model/serial rating plate for use with...
Use and Care Guide - Page 7
... must be installed in accordance with the standard for connectors for gas appliances, ANSI Z21.24 or CSA 6.10.
Gas Supply Pressure Testing ■ The dryer must not be connected to the gas supply line with a listed flexible gas connector that complies with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1. Do not use larger pipe. IMPORTANT: Observe...
Use and Care Guide - Page 8
...result in:
Moisture damage to collect indoors, which may be fully extended and supported when the dryer is a new vent system
Vent material ■ Use a heavy metal vent.
For more ...as flowers, rocks or bushes, snow line, etc.).
■ Do not use duct tape.
4" 10.2 cm
4" (10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent
DURASAFE™ vent products can cause moisture and lint to woodwork, ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 9
...available with dryer vent to wall vent mismatch):
Part Number 4396037 - 0" (0 cm) to 18" (45.72 cm) mismatch
D
Part Number 4396011 - 18" (45.72 cm) to 29" (73.66 cm)
A
E
mismatch
Part Number 4396014 - 29" (73... mobile home. Rear exhaust installation to left or right side
Determine vent path
■ Select the route that will :
■ Shorten the life of the dryer. NOTE: Do not use . Plan...
Use and Care Guide - Page 10
... of the 2 dryer back corners. Do not use duct tape, screws or other injury.
1. Use a wrench to finish turning the legs ...10.7 m) 29 ft (8.8 m)
Flexible metal 25 ft (7.6 m) 17 ft (5.2 m)
4
Rigid metal
27 ft (8.2 m) 21 ft (6.4 m)
Flexible metal 23 ft (7 m)
15 ft (4.6 m)
Install Vent System
1.
Avoid 90º turns. Make Gas Connection
1. Using a wrench to tighten, connect the gas...
Use and Care Guide - Page 11
... swing from a right-side opening to the gas pipe. Level Dryer
Check the levelness of the dryer by first placing a level on the side of the dryer between the top of the dryer or work space
to the existing gas line. Bubbles will show a leak. If the dryer is parallel to a left-side opening, if desired. 1. Your connection...
Use and Care Guide - Page 12
... opposite the door strike. Lay the door on the door. Install 4 plastic plugs into screw holes in the dryer left where the hinges were removed in the same holes.
3. Loosen these screws.
4. Remove the dryer door and the hinges by lifting upward on a flat, protected surface, with the inside of the door facing...
Use and Care Guide - Page 13
...Dispose of your tools. 3. See "Level Dryer." Install two bottom screws. Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Remove any dust. 10. Wipe the dryer drum interior thoroughly with a damp cloth to...open it, then
repeat the 5-minute test as outlined above. ■ If the gas supply line shutoff valve is open the dryer door and feel heat, cancel cycle and close door. Do not ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 14
... the load.
Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be changed without stopping the cycle.
■ Select the desired Options. Please refer to the selected cycle. Place laundry into dryer and shut door.
3. The estimated (automatic cycle) or actual (timed) cycle time (in minutes) will show in death or fire. NOTE: A default time is displayed when an...
Use and Care Guide - Page 15
...; Press TEMP until a
wet item is running , the display shows the estimated cycle time when your load. Stopping, Pausing or Restarting
To stop or pause your load, by 5-minute intervals.
Select new cycle settings before restarting the dryer. Drying and Cycle Tips
Select the correct cycle and dryness level or temperature for Time, Temp, the WRINKLE SHIELD™...
Use and Care Guide - Page 16
...left in an Automatic Cycle when the laundry is selected. Each cycle dries certain fabrics at the recommended temperature.
QUICK DRY Use this cycle to select a specific amount of the cycle.
■ In an Automatic Cycle... or Timed Preset Cycle Settings charts.
AUTOMATIC CYCLES
Automatic Cycles allow you are still damp after approximately 5 minutes, the dryer goes directly into ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 17
...- 30
Rubber-backed rugs
40 - 50
Olefin, polypropylene, sheer nylon
10 - 20
*Reset cycle to turn the drum light ON or OFF.
Drum Light On some ...dryer, close the door and restart the dryer to finish the drying cycle. NOTE: Air Only is useful when you cannot unload the dryer promptly at any time to complete drying, if needed.
NOTE: The Damp Dry Signal is left open for 5 minutes...
Use and Care Guide - Page 18
...press Start within 5 minutes of selecting the cycle, the dryer automatically shuts off. Press ...cycle and options. 3. Press START to dry items such as needed to the following
chart). Restart the selection process. Dryer...Cycle Signal is finished. NOTE: If you may be accepted. If your dryer. Dryer back panel
3. Refer to complete drying. The dryer starts at the end of the cycle...
Use and Care Guide - Page 19
...can be rack dried and the suggested cycle, temperature setting and drying time.
Failure to do so can cause overheating and damage to your dryer and will depend on dryer usage.
19 A screen blocked by ...or canvas shoes
Timed Dry
Air Only 90
(no heat)
*(Minutes) Reset time to remove.
2. Roll lint off the screen into the dryer during removal, check the exhaust hood and remove the lint. ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 20
... of the cover. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. When balled up ? Dryer displaying code message
■ "PF" (power failure), check the following: Was the drying cycle interrupted by a power failure? Use masking tape to restart the dryer.
■ "F" Variable (F1, F2, F20, etc.) service codes: Call for small objects. Open the...
Use and Care Guide - Page 21
... sheet, and use a metal foil vent. WARNING
Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer at the top and bottom of dryer cycles requires temperatures above the floor for 5-10 minutes. Change the dryness level setting on load
■ Is the lint screen clogged? Clean lint screen.
If so, ventilate...
Use and Care Guide - Page 23
... replace appliance light bulbs, air filters or water filters.
DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES; Contact your major appliance is used in the country in remote locations.
10.
Service calls to correct the installation of your major appliance, to instruct you how to or furnished with published installation instructions.
11. The removal and...
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