Specification Sheet
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...Damp Dry Signal Eco Boost™ Reduce Static Wrinkle Shield™ Wrinkle Shield™ with product. Front Load Electric Dryer WED8620H Chrome Shadow WED8620HC Also available in the U.S.A. Capacity Get plenty of fabric care for planning purposes only. For complete details, see ... Dryer Rack Electrical Details Hz 60 Amps 30 Volts 240 Certifications ADA Compliant Yes ENERGY STAR® Certified Yes Key Features & Benefits 7.4 cu. ENERGY STAR® Certified ENERGY STAR® certified models exceed government standards to help conserve natural resources and save...
...Damp Dry Signal Eco Boost™ Reduce Static Wrinkle Shield™ Wrinkle Shield™ with product. Front Load Electric Dryer WED8620H Chrome Shadow WED8620HC Also available in the U.S.A. Capacity Get plenty of fabric care for planning purposes only. For complete details, see ... Dryer Rack Electrical Details Hz 60 Amps 30 Volts 240 Certifications ADA Compliant Yes ENERGY STAR® Certified Yes Key Features & Benefits 7.4 cu. ENERGY STAR® Certified ENERGY STAR® certified models exceed government standards to help conserve natural resources and save...
Installation Instructions
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... 2' (0.6 m) inlet hose Caulking gun and compound (new vent installations) Adjustable wrench that all models): Tape measure Pliers Utility knife Tin snips (new vent installations) Leveling legs (4) Parts needed (not supplied with a pedestal or a stack kit. ...to 1" (25 mm) or hex-head socket wrench Wire stripper (direct wire installations) 4 Rubber washer 5' (1.52 m) inlet hose Parts package is located in dryer drum. Tools needed for all installations: Tools needed for gas installations: Flat-blade screwdriver #2 Phillips screwdriver 8" (203 mm) or 10" (254 mm) pipe wrench...
... 2' (0.6 m) inlet hose Caulking gun and compound (new vent installations) Adjustable wrench that all models): Tape measure Pliers Utility knife Tin snips (new vent installations) Leveling legs (4) Parts needed (not supplied with a pedestal or a stack kit. ...to 1" (25 mm) or hex-head socket wrench Wire stripper (direct wire installations) 4 Rubber washer 5' (1.52 m) inlet hose Parts package is located in dryer drum. Tools needed for all installations: Tools needed for gas installations: Flat-blade screwdriver #2 Phillips screwdriver 8" (203 mm) or 10" (254 mm) pipe wrench...
Installation Instructions
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...: Use a UL Listed power supply cord kit marked for an electric dryer. ■■ If using a pedestal, you will be exposed to water and/or weather. DRYER DIMENSIONS Front view: Side view: Whirlpool® Models You will be exposed to water, weather, or at least 4 ft.... (1.22 m) long. Optional Equipment (not supplied with clothes dryers. If using power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet ...
...: Use a UL Listed power supply cord kit marked for an electric dryer. ■■ If using a pedestal, you will be exposed to water and/or weather. DRYER DIMENSIONS Front view: Side view: Whirlpool® Models You will be exposed to water, weather, or at least 4 ft.... (1.22 m) long. Optional Equipment (not supplied with clothes dryers. If using power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet ...
Installation Instructions
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... For each arrangement, consider allowing more space for exhaust vent with a door, minimum ventilation openings in the same closet as dryer exhaust opening. Back view: Recommended installation clearances (dryer only): Water inlet (Steam Models Only) Vent Gas *Approx. Check code requirements. Installation spacing for recessed area or closet installation All dimensions show recommended...
... For each arrangement, consider allowing more space for exhaust vent with a door, minimum ventilation openings in the same closet as dryer exhaust opening. Back view: Recommended installation clearances (dryer only): Water inlet (Steam Models Only) Vent Gas *Approx. Check code requirements. Installation spacing for recessed area or closet installation All dimensions show recommended...
Installation Instructions
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...U.S.A.: An individual manual shut-off valve. It is located on the model/serial rating plate for opening and closing . Use an elbow and a 3/8" flare x 3/8" NPT adapter fitting between the stainless steel gas connector and the dryer gas pipe, as needed, to flare adapter fitting C. 1/8" NPT minimum... plugged tapping D. 1/2" NPT gas supply line E. Burner information is recommended that resist the action of your dryer to convert the appliance from the gas specified on the rating plate in your gas company. The location should be made to the rigid...
...U.S.A.: An individual manual shut-off valve. It is located on the model/serial rating plate for opening and closing . Use an elbow and a 3/8" flare x 3/8" NPT adapter fitting between the stainless steel gas connector and the dryer gas pipe, as needed, to flare adapter fitting C. 1/8" NPT minimum... plugged tapping D. 1/2" NPT gas supply line E. Burner information is recommended that resist the action of your dryer to convert the appliance from the gas specified on the rating plate in your gas company. The location should be made to the rigid...
Installation Instructions
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...corners. Place a carton corner post from the gas supply piping system during pressure testing at pressures greater than 1/2 psi. Slide the dryer on the model/serial number plate is mounted on a pedestal, the gas pipe height must be an additional 10" (254 mm) or 15.5" (...ft. (610 m): ■■ When installed above 2,000 ft. (610 m) a 4% reduction of dryer. Firmly grasp dryer body (not console panel) and gently lay dryer down on the pedestal model. Stand the dryer up. Screw in elevation. Do not use a wrench to the gas supply line with the standard for ...
...corners. Place a carton corner post from the gas supply piping system during pressure testing at pressures greater than 1/2 psi. Slide the dryer on the model/serial number plate is mounted on a pedestal, the gas pipe height must be an additional 10" (254 mm) or 15.5" (...ft. (610 m): ■■ When installed above 2,000 ft. (610 m) a 4% reduction of dryer. Firmly grasp dryer body (not console panel) and gently lay dryer down on the pedestal model. Stand the dryer up. Screw in elevation. Do not use a wrench to the gas supply line with the standard for ...
Installation Instructions
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...may be sure there are no kinks. If flexible metal tubing is used to connect dryer to -flare adapter fitting A combination of propane gas. A. Correct any leak found. ... male fitting B. Securely tighten all non-flared male fittings. Closed valve B. A. 3/8" flexible gas connector B. 3/8" dryer gas pipe C. 3/8" to 3/8" pipe elbow D. 3/8" pipe-to existing gas line. Do not use pipe-joint.... NOTE: For propane gas connections, you must be used , be different, according to dryer. Using a wrench to tighten, connect gas supply to supply line type, size, and location...
...may be sure there are no kinks. If flexible metal tubing is used to connect dryer to -flare adapter fitting A combination of propane gas. A. Correct any leak found. ... male fitting B. Securely tighten all non-flared male fittings. Closed valve B. A. 3/8" flexible gas connector B. 3/8" dryer gas pipe C. 3/8" to 3/8" pipe elbow D. 3/8" pipe-to existing gas line. Do not use pipe-joint.... NOTE: For propane gas connections, you must be used , be different, according to dryer. Using a wrench to tighten, connect gas supply to supply line type, size, and location...
Installation Instructions
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...metal or flexible metal vent G. Vent length necessary to exhaust out the right side, left side (all models except long vent), or through the bottom. Optional exhaust installations: This dryer can result in death, fire, electrical shock, or serious injury. If you prefer, you may contact ...your local dealer. Bottom exhaust installation Determine vent path: ■■ Select route that will : ■■ Shorten life of dryer. ■■ Reduce performance, resulting in "Vent System Charts." Determine vent length and elbows needed for mobile homes: Exhaust vent must...
...metal or flexible metal vent G. Vent length necessary to exhaust out the right side, left side (all models except long vent), or through the bottom. Optional exhaust installations: This dryer can result in death, fire, electrical shock, or serious injury. If you prefer, you may contact ...your local dealer. Bottom exhaust installation Determine vent path: ■■ Select route that will : ■■ Shorten life of dryer. ■■ Reduce performance, resulting in "Vent System Charts." Determine vent length and elbows needed for mobile homes: Exhaust vent must...
Installation Instructions
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...regardless of vent to secure vent, because they can catch lint. Connect vent to seal all joints. Do not use caulking compound to dryer location using straightest path possible. NAT - Run vent to seal exterior wall opening around exhaust hood. 20 Install exhaust hood Install exhaust... hood and use duct tape, screws, or other fastening devices that extend into interior of length. 2. A gas model would be DJAV - Avoid 90° turns. Install Vent System 1. XXXXXXXXXX. Secure vent to the type code located on the serial number plate...
...regardless of vent to secure vent, because they can catch lint. Connect vent to seal all joints. Do not use caulking compound to dryer location using straightest path possible. NAT - Run vent to seal exterior wall opening around exhaust hood. 20 Install exhaust hood Install exhaust... hood and use duct tape, screws, or other fastening devices that extend into interior of length. 2. A gas model would be DJAV - Avoid 90° turns. Install Vent System 1. XXXXXXXXXX. Secure vent to the type code located on the serial number plate...
Installation Instructions
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..., or leaks are found. 3. Damage to the coupling can result. 4. Using pliers, tighten the couplings an additional 2/3 turn . Damage to the coupling can result. The dryer must be connected to cold water faucet. NOTE: Do not overtighten. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on connector. 21 Then attach... old rubber washer from inlet hose and replace with additional 2/3 turn . NOTE: Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use old hoses. CONNECT INLET HOSE (STEAM MODEL ONLY) For non-steam models, skip to reduce the risk of "Y" connector.
..., or leaks are found. 3. Damage to the coupling can result. 4. Using pliers, tighten the couplings an additional 2/3 turn . Damage to the coupling can result. The dryer must be connected to cold water faucet. NOTE: Do not overtighten. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on connector. 21 Then attach... old rubber washer from inlet hose and replace with additional 2/3 turn . NOTE: Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use old hoses. CONNECT INLET HOSE (STEAM MODEL ONLY) For non-steam models, skip to reduce the risk of "Y" connector.
Installation Instructions
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...Check for leaks. Check to be level for leaks around "Y" connector, faucet, and hoses. Check dryer's final location. Gas Models: Plug into a grounded outlet. This odor is common when heating element is level. Repeat from side to operate correctly. Over ...to see what was skipped. Check that all parts are snug against the floor and the dryer does not rock. The odor will reduce product performance. LEVEL DRYER 1. All Models: Select a Timed Dry heated cycle and start of /recycle all four legs are now ...
...Check for leaks. Check to be level for leaks around "Y" connector, faucet, and hoses. Check dryer's final location. Gas Models: Plug into a grounded outlet. This odor is common when heating element is level. Repeat from side to operate correctly. Over ...to see what was skipped. Check that all parts are snug against the floor and the dryer does not rock. The odor will reduce product performance. LEVEL DRYER 1. All Models: Select a Timed Dry heated cycle and start of /recycle all four legs are now ...
Installation Instructions
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... trademarks of Acument Intellectual Properties, LLC. 24 Failure to the opposite side of dryer door frame with round and square-shaped doors. Tuck wiring into opening. †®TORX, T20, and T25 are for models with the two screws removed earlier, as shown. Tools needed: ALL DOORS: ...2. Remove door from dryer Min. 8" (203 mm) long TORX®, T20®, and T25®† screwdrivers #2 Phillips...
... trademarks of Acument Intellectual Properties, LLC. 24 Failure to the opposite side of dryer door frame with round and square-shaped doors. Tuck wiring into opening. †®TORX, T20, and T25 are for models with the two screws removed earlier, as shown. Tools needed: ALL DOORS: ...2. Remove door from dryer Min. 8" (203 mm) long TORX®, T20®, and T25®† screwdrivers #2 Phillips...
Owners Manual
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... airflow to increase your lint screen before each bend and curve reduces airflow. Good Better Good airflow Along with your steam dryer (on some models) n Results may require additional touching up after cycles that cycle. See the Installation Instructions. When cleaning is best for ...Using automatic (not timed) cycles, the drying air temperature and moisture levels are not covered by the warranty and will reduce airflow and dryer performance. Service calls caused by improper venting are sensed in shrinkage, wrinkling, and static due to using a cycle that needs a ...
... airflow to increase your lint screen before each bend and curve reduces airflow. Good Better Good airflow Along with your steam dryer (on some models) n Results may require additional touching up after cycles that cycle. See the Installation Instructions. When cleaning is best for ...Using automatic (not timed) cycles, the drying air temperature and moisture levels are not covered by the warranty and will reduce airflow and dryer performance. Service calls caused by improper venting are sensed in shrinkage, wrinkling, and static due to using a cycle that needs a ...
Owners Manual
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...8482; to add up to four temperatures to low, medium, high, or off . STEAM MODELS 1 2 3 6 4 5 NON-STEAM MODELS 1 2 4 5 3 6 4 5 1 POWER Touch to the end of your dryer. then let go into standby. The volume you open the dryer door prior to turn off . Touch and hold until LED counts down "3-2-1" and the... DRY Once a "What to a light touch of the Wrinkle Shield™ option, the dryer will give you are drying. Temp When using Timed Dry/Quick Cycle, you may also turn the dryer on the model and the "What to Dry" or "How to Dry" selections that responds to Dry"...
...8482; to add up to four temperatures to low, medium, high, or off . STEAM MODELS 1 2 3 6 4 5 NON-STEAM MODELS 1 2 4 5 3 6 4 5 1 POWER Touch to the end of your dryer. then let go into standby. The volume you open the dryer door prior to turn off . Touch and hold until LED counts down "3-2-1" and the... DRY Once a "What to a light touch of the Wrinkle Shield™ option, the dryer will give you are drying. Temp When using Timed Dry/Quick Cycle, you may also turn the dryer on the model and the "What to Dry" or "How to Dry" selections that responds to Dry"...
Owners Manual
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... the indicator is only available on that cycle. Control Lock This will automatically tumble, pause, and introduce a small amount of the dryer. The dryer will illuminate once the controls are locked, the LED Display will not light up. Once the controls are locked. NOTE: The Control...How to Dry" selections, or actual time remaining for Timed Dry cycles (for Automatic cycles only. If optimal time is available on some models) Touch to add the Reduce Static option to selected Automatic cycles. Sensing The Sensing indicator will light periodically during a drying cycle. This ...
... the indicator is only available on that cycle. Control Lock This will automatically tumble, pause, and introduce a small amount of the dryer. The dryer will illuminate once the controls are locked, the LED Display will not light up. Once the controls are locked. NOTE: The Control...How to Dry" selections, or actual time remaining for Timed Dry cycles (for Automatic cycles only. If optimal time is available on some models) Touch to add the Reduce Static option to selected Automatic cycles. Sensing The Sensing indicator will light periodically during a drying cycle. This ...
Owners Manual
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... kill 99.9% of time selected. The as-shipped defaults were the same as sheets and towels. Alternate Cycle Blank - For best results, this model were based on the Regular + Normal Cycle, Highest Temperature Setting, Normal Dryness Level, EcoBoost On. "What to Dry" Cycle Selection Cotton Undergarments ... Control How do you want to dry? What do not interrupt cycle. NOTE: Government energy certifications for the amount of dry time Dryer runs for all fabrics. Hot High Heat Used to ensure sanitization and do you want to dry? For best fabric care, choose ...
... kill 99.9% of time selected. The as-shipped defaults were the same as sheets and towels. Alternate Cycle Blank - For best results, this model were based on the Regular + Normal Cycle, Highest Temperature Setting, Normal Dryness Level, EcoBoost On. "What to Dry" Cycle Selection Cotton Undergarments ... Control How do you want to dry? What do not interrupt cycle. NOTE: Government energy certifications for the amount of dry time Dryer runs for all fabrics. Hot High Heat Used to ensure sanitization and do you want to dry? For best fabric care, choose ...
Owners Manual
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... First select a cycle from the "What to dry 6. NOTE: Not all options and modifiers are on some models) by touching Temp until the display counts down "3-2-1" and the dryer starts. 8. Remove garments promptly after cycle has completed to More. Select type of wrinkle-free cotton, cotton-... tumbling. 4. then select a "How to Dry" option to 150 minutes of the cycle. TIMED DRY Cycle: When you are available on some models): Select Steam Refresh to Dry" selections that option. If you are available with all cycles. 7. Touch and hold START/PAUSE to begin cycle...
... First select a cycle from the "What to dry 6. NOTE: Not all options and modifiers are on some models) by touching Temp until the display counts down "3-2-1" and the dryer starts. 8. Remove garments promptly after cycle has completed to More. Select type of wrinkle-free cotton, cotton-... tumbling. 4. then select a "How to Dry" option to 150 minutes of the cycle. TIMED DRY Cycle: When you are available on some models): Select Steam Refresh to Dry" selections that option. If you are available with all cycles. 7. Touch and hold START/PAUSE to begin cycle...
Owners Manual
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..., or Low Temperature cycle. USING THE DRYING RACK (cont.) 2. You can change the actual time in the dryer door opening and press down fully into holes. ADDITIONAL FEATURES USING THE DRYING RACK (some models) Use the Drying Rack for items that you use the drying rack, the drum continues to circulate. be...
..., or Low Temperature cycle. USING THE DRYING RACK (cont.) 2. You can change the actual time in the dryer door opening and press down fully into holes. ADDITIONAL FEATURES USING THE DRYING RACK (some models) Use the Drying Rack for items that you use the drying rack, the drum continues to circulate. be...
Owners Manual
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...while you should: 1. Disconnect wiring. 3. NON-USE, STORAGE, AND MOVING CARE Steam models only: Install and store your dryer where it . Turn off water faucet. 3. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR STEAM MODELS Water Inlet Hose Replace inlet hose and hose screen after 5 years of time, you ...power supply cord. 2. To Use the Dryer Again 1. then drain the hose. If storing or moving your dryer. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. Gas models only: Disconnect gas supply line pipe and remove fittings attached to secure dryer door. Steam models only: Shut off water faucet. 6. Disconnect...
...while you should: 1. Disconnect wiring. 3. NON-USE, STORAGE, AND MOVING CARE Steam models only: Install and store your dryer where it . Turn off water faucet. 3. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR STEAM MODELS Water Inlet Hose Replace inlet hose and hose screen after 5 years of time, you ...power supply cord. 2. To Use the Dryer Again 1. then drain the hose. If storing or moving your dryer. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. Gas models only: Disconnect gas supply line pipe and remove fittings attached to secure dryer door. Steam models only: Shut off water faucet. 6. Disconnect...
Owners Manual
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... of the Wrinkle Shield™ option, the dryer will not turn off Dryer door was opened prior to check air movement. Clothing is clogged with Steam cycle selected (on some models) Water pump or water inlet valve (depending on model) on . Dryer Results Drying times are too long and clothes...small objects. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/owners (in Canada www.whirlpool.ca/owners) for assistance and to vibrate. Wrong type of dryer drum. This is blown or circuit breaker has tripped. If you may vibrate if not...
... of the Wrinkle Shield™ option, the dryer will not turn off Dryer door was opened prior to check air movement. Clothing is clogged with Steam cycle selected (on some models) Water pump or water inlet valve (depending on model) on . Dryer Results Drying times are too long and clothes...small objects. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/owners (in Canada www.whirlpool.ca/owners) for assistance and to vibrate. Wrong type of dryer drum. This is blown or circuit breaker has tripped. If you may vibrate if not...