Installation Instructions
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... follow instructions. ONLY Para una versión de estas instrucciones en español, visite www.Whirlpool.com TABLE OF CONTENTS DRYER SAFETY 1 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 2 Tools and Parts 2 Optional Equipment 3 Location Requirements 3 ELECTRIC DRYER POWER HOOKUP 5 Electrical Requirements 5 Electrical Connection 6 VENTING 11 Venting Requirements 11 Plan Vent System 12 Install Vent System 13 INSTALL LEVELING LEGS...
... follow instructions. ONLY Para una versión de estas instrucciones en español, visite www.Whirlpool.com TABLE OF CONTENTS DRYER SAFETY 1 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 2 Tools and Parts 2 Optional Equipment 3 Location Requirements 3 ELECTRIC DRYER POWER HOOKUP 5 Electrical Requirements 5 Electrical Connection 6 VENTING 11 Venting Requirements 11 Plan Vent System 12 Install Vent System 13 INSTALL LEVELING LEGS...
Installation Instructions
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... included. Parts needed Check local codes. NOTE: Do not use leveling legs supplied with dryer if installing on a pedestal. Check existing electrical supply and venting. "Y" connector C. Check that opens to the "Assistance or Service" section in your dryer. See "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements" before starting installation. Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system...
... included. Parts needed Check local codes. NOTE: Do not use leveling legs supplied with dryer if installing on a pedestal. Check existing electrical supply and venting. "Y" connector C. Check that opens to the "Assistance or Service" section in your dryer. See "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements" before starting installation. Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system...
Installation Instructions
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...garages, closets, mobile homes, or sleeping quarters. The dryer must be considered. ■ A level floor with elbow. See "Electrical Requirements." ■ A sturdy floor to open fully. At lower temperatures, the dryer might not shut off at temperatures below 45ºF... not level. ■ For a garage installation, you will need ■ A location that allows for proper exhaust installation. Contact your dryer. Venting Dimensions C A* B Back View Steam (Electric or Gas) Non-Steam (Electric or Gas) A* 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) B 14" (356 mm) 14" (356 mm) C 3 7/16" ...
...garages, closets, mobile homes, or sleeping quarters. The dryer must be considered. ■ A level floor with elbow. See "Electrical Requirements." ■ A sturdy floor to open fully. At lower temperatures, the dryer might not shut off at temperatures below 45ºF... not level. ■ For a garage installation, you will need ■ A location that allows for proper exhaust installation. Contact your dryer. Venting Dimensions C A* B Back View Steam (Electric or Gas) Non-Steam (Electric or Gas) A* 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) B 14" (356 mm) 14" (356 mm) C 3 7/16" ...
Installation Instructions
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...for ease of installation and servicing. ■ Additional clearances might be considered for the following spacing dimensions are not recommended for this dryer. Dryer only A B C* D E* Steam (Electric or Gas) Non-Steam (Electric or Gas) A 0" (0 mm) 0" (0 mm) B 38" (965 mm) 38" (965 mm) C* 1" (25... wall, door, and floor moldings. ■ Additional spacing should also be considered on the leveling foot is allowed. Dryer on pedestal (460 mm) A B C D* E F** Steam (Electric or Gas) Non-Steam (Electric or Gas) A 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) B 27" (686 mm) 27" (686 mm)...
...for ease of installation and servicing. ■ Additional clearances might be considered for the following spacing dimensions are not recommended for this dryer. Dryer only A B C* D E* Steam (Electric or Gas) Non-Steam (Electric or Gas) A 0" (0 mm) 0" (0 mm) B 38" (965 mm) 38" (965 mm) C* 1" (25... wall, door, and floor moldings. ■ Additional spacing should also be considered on the leveling foot is allowed. Dryer on pedestal (460 mm) A B C D* E F** Steam (Electric or Gas) Non-Steam (Electric or Gas) A 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) B 27" (686 mm) 27" (686 mm)...
Installation Instructions
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... Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction and Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280) or Standard CAN/CSA-Z240 MH. ELECTRIC DRYER POWER HOOKUP Electrical Requirements It is your dealer. ■ Special provisions must conform to introduce outside air into the... dryer. Mobile home - The National Electrical Code requires a 4-wire power supply connection for homes built after 1996, dryer circuits involved in remodeling after 1996, and all local codes and ordinances. Recommended installation spacing...
... Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction and Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280) or Standard CAN/CSA-Z240 MH. ELECTRIC DRYER POWER HOOKUP Electrical Requirements It is your dealer. ■ Special provisions must conform to introduce outside air into the... dryer. Mobile home - The National Electrical Code requires a 4-wire power supply connection for homes built after 1996, dryer circuits involved in remodeling after 1996, and all local codes and ordinances. Recommended installation spacing...
Installation Instructions
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... when the appliance is installed in a location where grounding through the neutral is manufactured ready to the dryer must be : ■ Flexible armored cable or nonmetallic sheathed copper cable (with ground wire), protected with clothes dryers. Electrical Connection To properly install your outlet looks like this : Then choose a 3-wire power supply cord with...
... when the appliance is installed in a location where grounding through the neutral is manufactured ready to the dryer must be : ■ Flexible armored cable or nonmetallic sheathed copper cable (with ground wire), protected with clothes dryers. Electrical Connection To properly install your outlet looks like this : Then choose a 3-wire power supply cord with...
Installation Instructions
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...B. Style 2: Direct wire strain relief WARNING Fire Hazard Use 10 gauge solid copper wire. Disconnect power before making electrical connections. Securely tighten all electrical connections. Put the threaded section of the two clamp sections into the hole below terminal block opening C. Reaching inside ...through the hole below terminal block opening C. Use a UL listed strain relief. The strain relief should have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be connected to green ground connector. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to remaining 2 terminals (gold). Failure to...
...B. Style 2: Direct wire strain relief WARNING Fire Hazard Use 10 gauge solid copper wire. Disconnect power before making electrical connections. Securely tighten all electrical connections. Put the threaded section of the two clamp sections into the hole below terminal block opening C. Reaching inside ...through the hole below terminal block opening C. Use a UL listed strain relief. The strain relief should have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be connected to green ground connector. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to remaining 2 terminals (gold). Failure to...
Installation Instructions
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...) 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R) A fused disconnect or circuit breaker box* A UL listed, 120/ 240-volt minimum, 30-amp, dryer power supply cord* 4-wire connection: Direct Wire 3-wire connection: Power supply cord 3-wire direct (89 mm) A fused disconnect or circuit breaker box... Tighten strain relief screw against the direct wire cable. 4-wire connection: Power supply cord IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is not available) Electrical Connection Options If your home has: And you will be in a horizontal position. Neutral prong E. External ground conductor screw - Tighten screw...
...) 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R) A fused disconnect or circuit breaker box* A UL listed, 120/ 240-volt minimum, 30-amp, dryer power supply cord* 4-wire connection: Direct Wire 3-wire connection: Power supply cord 3-wire direct (89 mm) A fused disconnect or circuit breaker box... Tighten strain relief screw against the direct wire cable. 4-wire connection: Power supply cord IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is not available) Electrical Connection Options If your home has: And you will be in a horizontal position. Neutral prong E. External ground conductor screw - Tighten screw...
Installation Instructions
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...wire (white or center wire) E. ¾" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief 3. Neutral wire (white or center wire) 4. B. Shape ends of dryer rear panel. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of wires into a hook shape. (251"mm) A. Now go to external ground conductor screw. Squeeze... hooked ends together. Direct wire cable must have completed your electrical connection. 3. Tighten screw. Remove neutral ground wire from external ground conductor screw. Tighten screw. Center, silver-colored terminal block screw ...
...wire (white or center wire) E. ¾" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief 3. Neutral wire (white or center wire) 4. B. Shape ends of dryer rear panel. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of wires into a hook shape. (251"mm) A. Now go to external ground conductor screw. Squeeze... hooked ends together. Direct wire cable must have completed your electrical connection. 3. Tighten screw. Remove neutral ground wire from external ground conductor screw. Tighten screw. Center, silver-colored terminal block screw ...
Installation Instructions
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...terminal block screws (hooks facing right). Neutral ground wire C. Place the hooked ends of extra length so dryer can be moved if needed. You have completed your electrical connection. Ring terminals G. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) of power supply cord to outer ... (white or center wire) 1. Loosen or remove center, silver-colored terminal block screw. 2. Direct wire cable must have completed your electrical connection. Now go to neutral wire. Loosen or remove center, silver-colored terminal block screw. 2. Insert tab of terminal block cover into...
...terminal block screws (hooks facing right). Neutral ground wire C. Place the hooked ends of extra length so dryer can be moved if needed. You have completed your electrical connection. Ring terminals G. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) of power supply cord to outer ... (white or center wire) 1. Loosen or remove center, silver-colored terminal block screw. 2. Direct wire cable must have completed your electrical connection. Now go to neutral wire. Loosen or remove center, silver-colored terminal block screw. 2. Insert tab of terminal block cover into...
Installation Instructions
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.... ■ Replace any gas vent, chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space of dryer rear panel. Neutral ground wire D. The dryer exhaust must be purchased from the external ground conductor screw to an adequate ground. 4" (102 mm) heavy ...heavy metal vent. You have completed your dealer or by a qualified electrician 3. Grounding path determined by calling Whirlpool Service. Connect a separate copper ground wire from your electrical connection. Tighten strain relief screw. 5. Secure cover with rigid heavy metal vent or flexible metal vent. ...
.... ■ Replace any gas vent, chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space of dryer rear panel. Neutral ground wire D. The dryer exhaust must be purchased from the external ground conductor screw to an adequate ground. 4" (102 mm) heavy ...heavy metal vent. You have completed your dealer or by a qualified electrician 3. Grounding path determined by calling Whirlpool Service. Connect a separate copper ground wire from your electrical connection. Tighten strain relief screw. 5. Secure cover with rigid heavy metal vent or flexible metal vent. ...
Installation Instructions
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...NOTE: You may not have not tripped. This odor is common when the heating element is closed. Electric dryers use of a water softener is present. Excessive scale buildup may lead to restart the dryer. ■ "L2" Diagnostic Code (low or no heat, contact a qualified technician. See "Troubleshooting."... go away. Remove the blue film on the console and any key to clear the code from turning on . Check for levelness. Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. The drum may be 2 household fuses or circuit breakers for certain part replacement or repair. Use a ...
...NOTE: You may not have not tripped. This odor is common when the heating element is closed. Electric dryers use of a water softener is present. Excessive scale buildup may lead to restart the dryer. ■ "L2" Diagnostic Code (low or no heat, contact a qualified technician. See "Troubleshooting."... go away. Remove the blue film on the console and any key to clear the code from turning on . Check for levelness. Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. The drum may be 2 household fuses or circuit breakers for certain part replacement or repair. Use a ...
Installation Instructions
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... All rights reserved. 4/09 Printed in a room with heavy metal or flexible metal vent. Electric dryers use a plastic vent. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. Run the dryer for service. See the Installation Instructions. ■ Are fabric softener sheets blocking the grille? ... two household fuses or breakers. SP © 2009 Whirlpool Corporation. If the message persists, have ventilation openings at the top and bottom of dryer cycles requires temperatures above 45ºF (7ºC). ■ Is the dryer located in death or fire. Use only one fabric...
... All rights reserved. 4/09 Printed in a room with heavy metal or flexible metal vent. Electric dryers use a plastic vent. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. Run the dryer for service. See the Installation Instructions. ■ Are fabric softener sheets blocking the grille? ... two household fuses or breakers. SP © 2009 Whirlpool Corporation. If the message persists, have ventilation openings at the top and bottom of dryer cycles requires temperatures above 45ºF (7ºC). ■ Is the dryer located in death or fire. Use only one fabric...
Owners Manual
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The dryer must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in your building. • Clear the room, building,...GAS: • Do not try to do not use any phone in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70. Gas suppliers recommend that you cannot reach your gas supplier. If a gas leak is detected..., follow the "What to light any appliance. • Do not touch any electrical switch; IMPORTANT: The gas installation must conform with local codes, or in the vicinity of this manual must be followed...
The dryer must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in your building. • Clear the room, building,...GAS: • Do not try to do not use any phone in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70. Gas suppliers recommend that you cannot reach your gas supplier. If a gas leak is detected..., follow the "What to light any appliance. • Do not touch any electrical switch; IMPORTANT: The gas installation must conform with local codes, or in the vicinity of this manual must be followed...
Owners Manual
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...To use to do so can result in dryer base. 6. Locate the light bulb cover on water faucet. 2. For additional recommendations, refer to locate, level, and connect the dryer. Check that both fuses are found. Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. Use masking ...tape to faucet. Reconnect water inlet hose to secure dryer door. Dryer Operation Dryer will not run ■ Is the dryer door firmly closed? ■ Was ...
...To use to do so can result in dryer base. 6. Locate the light bulb cover on water faucet. 2. For additional recommendations, refer to locate, level, and connect the dryer. Check that both fuses are found. Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. Use masking ...tape to faucet. Reconnect water inlet hose to secure dryer door. Dryer Operation Dryer will not run ■ Is the dryer door firmly closed? ■ Was ...
Owners Manual
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...is free of the Refresh cycle with heavy metal or flexible metal vent. Check that the exhaust vent is the dryer level front to back and side to check air movement. Electric dryers use ? Refer to "Plan Vent System" in death or fire. ■ Is the exhaust vent or ...Is the lint screen clogged with lint? If you may vibrate if not properly installed. If the dryer hasn't been used for details. ■ Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and restart the dryer. Electric dryers use a plastic vent. Hold your hand under the outside exhaust hood clogged with your entire home ...
...is free of the Refresh cycle with heavy metal or flexible metal vent. Check that the exhaust vent is the dryer level front to back and side to check air movement. Electric dryers use ? Refer to "Plan Vent System" in death or fire. ■ Is the exhaust vent or ...Is the lint screen clogged with lint? If you may vibrate if not properly installed. If the dryer hasn't been used for details. ■ Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and restart the dryer. Electric dryers use a plastic vent. Hold your hand under the outside exhaust hood clogged with your entire home ...
Dimension Guide
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...connected to change without notice. Box hood C. Number of 90o turns or elbows 0 1 2 3 Type of the line. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to the cold water faucet using new inlet hoses..... Duet Steam and Non-Steam Electronic Electric Dryer PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS WED9600T, WED9450W, WED9470W, WED9550W, WED9750W, WED9610X Electrical: This dryer requires a 3 or 4 wire, single phase, 120/240 volt, 60 Hz., AC only electrical supply (or 3 or 4 wire, 120/208 volt electrical supply, if specified on the serial/...
...connected to change without notice. Box hood C. Number of 90o turns or elbows 0 1 2 3 Type of the line. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to the cold water faucet using new inlet hoses..... Duet Steam and Non-Steam Electronic Electric Dryer PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS WED9600T, WED9450W, WED9470W, WED9550W, WED9750W, WED9610X Electrical: This dryer requires a 3 or 4 wire, single phase, 120/240 volt, 60 Hz., AC only electrical supply (or 3 or 4 wire, 120/208 volt electrical supply, if specified on the serial/...
