Owners Manual
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... KNOB Use your load. Turn the WRINKLE SHIELD™ knob to select a cycle for the specified time on your dryer model. Promptly removing clothes at any time before the cycle has ended. 4 END OF CYCLE SIGNAL/PUSH TO START The End of Cycle Signal produces an ... 30 OFF 20 10 FLUFF AIR L kni o M e d iu m w ts casual H hea i y gh v End O of Cycle SOignnal TEMPERATURE fabric PUSH TO START Not all models. Turn the END OF CYCLE SIGNAL knob to start the dryer. NOTE: When the Wrinkle Shield™ setting is selected and the End of Cycle Signal is finished.
... KNOB Use your load. Turn the WRINKLE SHIELD™ knob to select a cycle for the specified time on your dryer model. Promptly removing clothes at any time before the cycle has ended. 4 END OF CYCLE SIGNAL/PUSH TO START The End of Cycle Signal produces an ... 30 OFF 20 10 FLUFF AIR L kni o M e d iu m w ts casual H hea i y gh v End O of Cycle SOignnal TEMPERATURE fabric PUSH TO START Not all models. Turn the END OF CYCLE SIGNAL knob to start the dryer. NOTE: When the Wrinkle Shield™ setting is selected and the End of Cycle Signal is finished.
Owners Manual
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... on the fabrics in the load or air temperature and shuts off when the load reaches the selected dryness level. TIMED DRY CYCLES Not all models. Items to dry large or heavy loads. Use the Air Only (no heat) setting for optimal energy savings. A Low Knits to Medium Casual ... are unsure of Cycle Signal Temperature Fabric Automatic cycles give the best drying in the shortest time. ACCUDRY™/AUTOMATIC DRY CYCLES Not all models. Senses moisture in your dryer has multiple heat settings: A High heavy temperature setting may be used for items that cycle. No heat drying.
... on the fabrics in the load or air temperature and shuts off when the load reaches the selected dryness level. TIMED DRY CYCLES Not all models. Items to dry large or heavy loads. Use the Air Only (no heat) setting for optimal energy savings. A Low Knits to Medium Casual ... are unsure of Cycle Signal Temperature Fabric Automatic cycles give the best drying in the shortest time. ACCUDRY™/AUTOMATIC DRY CYCLES Not all models. Senses moisture in your dryer has multiple heat settings: A High heavy temperature setting may be used for items that cycle. No heat drying.
Owners Manual
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...holder. Push the lint screen firmly back into place. Do not tightly pack the dryer; For additional cleaning information, see "Dryer Care". Close the door. Roll lint off the screen with your dryer, wipe the dryer drum with a damp cloth to tumble freely. 7 Before using your fingers. Clean... the lint screen 2. Do not rinse or wash screen to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before each load. NOTE: Your model may have drop down doors. Some models have ...
...holder. Push the lint screen firmly back into place. Do not tightly pack the dryer; For additional cleaning information, see "Dryer Care". Close the door. Roll lint off the screen with your dryer, wipe the dryer drum with a damp cloth to tumble freely. 7 Before using your fingers. Clean... the lint screen 2. Do not rinse or wash screen to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before each load. NOTE: Your model may have drop down doors. Some models have ...
Owners Manual
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...temperature setting. ACCUDRY™/AUTOMATIC DRY Cycles You can select a different dryness level, depending on some models) n Get up to 40 minutes of heat-free, periodic tumbling at which the dryer will sound every 5 minutes until the clothes are available with all options and settings are removed, ...cycle. 3. Select the desired cycle TIMED DRY 50 40 Damp Dry Tumble Press 20 60 70 Heavy Dry Cool Down OFF ACCUDRY sensor dryer Jeans Very Dry ENERGY PREFERRED OFF Delicate WP_WEGD4900XW Less Dry Cool Down OFF WRINKLE SHIELD Select the desired cycle for ACCUDRY™ cycles....
...temperature setting. ACCUDRY™/AUTOMATIC DRY Cycles You can select a different dryness level, depending on some models) n Get up to 40 minutes of heat-free, periodic tumbling at which the dryer will sound every 5 minutes until the clothes are available with all options and settings are removed, ...cycle. 3. Select the desired cycle TIMED DRY 50 40 Damp Dry Tumble Press 20 60 70 Heavy Dry Cool Down OFF ACCUDRY sensor dryer Jeans Very Dry ENERGY PREFERRED OFF Delicate WP_WEGD4900XW Less Dry Cool Down OFF WRINKLE SHIELD Select the desired cycle for ACCUDRY™ cycles....
Owners Manual
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... sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base. 6. Clean lint screen. Turn bulb counterclockwise. Use tape to secure dryer door. Use tape to secure dryer door. Reinstalling the Dryer Follow the "Installation Instructions" to locate, level, and connect the dryer. 10 For direct-wired dryers: 1. Turn off valve to secure dryer door. Close shutoff valve in the... the bulb with the screw. 4. If you will be on the back wall of the cover. Remove the cover. 3. Changing the drum light (on some models) 1.
... sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base. 6. Clean lint screen. Turn bulb counterclockwise. Use tape to secure dryer door. Use tape to secure dryer door. Reinstalling the Dryer Follow the "Installation Instructions" to locate, level, and connect the dryer. 10 For direct-wired dryers: 1. Turn off valve to secure dryer door. Close shutoff valve in the... the bulb with the screw. 4. If you will be on the back wall of the cover. Remove the cover. 3. Changing the drum light (on some models) 1.
Ventilation Specification
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... to the central vent with the dryer. ■ Provide for each individual dryer exhaust duct. Connect each dryer to the dryer. 4 Exhaust System Requirements Venting systems for Whirlpool dryers must also be exhausted when installed in compliance: 1. To avoid lint accumulation in cold weather. See the Installation Instructions for the specific dryer model being used for balancing out...
... to the central vent with the dryer. ■ Provide for each individual dryer exhaust duct. Connect each dryer to the dryer. 4 Exhaust System Requirements Venting systems for Whirlpool dryers must also be exhausted when installed in compliance: 1. To avoid lint accumulation in cold weather. See the Installation Instructions for the specific dryer model being used for balancing out...
Ventilation Specification
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... sold in the United States and Canada are UL listed (reference UL 2158 standard), and all Whirlpool gas dryer models are defined as Dwyer model 102 (0"-2" [0 mm - 51 mm] range) or Dwyer model 172 (0"-1" [0 mm - 25 mm] range) to measure the Back Pressure. Closet door with...length would be measured with an empty dryer, a clean lint screen and with dryer. To vent system D. Codes Agency Approvals All Whirlpool electric dryer models, including "long vent dryers," Turbo Vent™ dryers and combo washer/dryer units that does not have only one dryer unit attached to a residential-type 4" ...
... sold in the United States and Canada are UL listed (reference UL 2158 standard), and all Whirlpool gas dryer models are defined as Dwyer model 102 (0"-2" [0 mm - 51 mm] range) or Dwyer model 172 (0"-1" [0 mm - 25 mm] range) to measure the Back Pressure. Closet door with...length would be measured with an empty dryer, a clean lint screen and with dryer. To vent system D. Codes Agency Approvals All Whirlpool electric dryer models, including "long vent dryers," Turbo Vent™ dryers and combo washer/dryer units that does not have only one dryer unit attached to a residential-type 4" ...
Ventilation Specification
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... crushed. A. 4" (102 mm) diameter rigid metal back draft damper *Minimum spacing required between dryers Option 2 - A. Listed here are all located in .2 * (155 cm2) *Recommended spacing. 3"* (76 mm) 1"* (25 mm) "AF" Code Certain electronic dryer models have a washer and dryer on exhaust system design) G. Horizontal System The most common is used in some requirements for...
... crushed. A. 4" (102 mm) diameter rigid metal back draft damper *Minimum spacing required between dryers Option 2 - A. Listed here are all located in .2 * (155 cm2) *Recommended spacing. 3"* (76 mm) 1"* (25 mm) "AF" Code Certain electronic dryer models have a washer and dryer on exhaust system design) G. Horizontal System The most common is used in some requirements for...
Dimensions
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...recommended to open fully. Wide opening side-swing door D. closet or confined area C. Louvered doors with elbow. 29" Wide Models Dryer Dimensions 27" Wide Models Dryer Dimensions 43 " (1092 mm) 23 ¾" (603 mm) 43 " (1092 mm) 13 ¾" (349 mm...190;" (25 mm) (737 mm) (25 mm) (25 mm) (705 mm) A B C A. Recessed area B. 29" and 27" Dryers Gas (U.S.A. and Canada) PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS WGD4700Y, WGD4750X, WGD4800X, WGD4850X, WGD4890X, WGD4900X, WGD4910X,WGD5100V, WGD5200V, WGD5300V, WGD5500X, WGD5510V, WGD5550X, WGD5600X, WGD5610X, WGD5700A, WGD5700V, WGD5700X ...
...recommended to open fully. Wide opening side-swing door D. closet or confined area C. Louvered doors with elbow. 29" Wide Models Dryer Dimensions 27" Wide Models Dryer Dimensions 43 " (1092 mm) 23 ¾" (603 mm) 43 " (1092 mm) 13 ¾" (349 mm...190;" (25 mm) (737 mm) (25 mm) (25 mm) (705 mm) A B C A. Recessed area B. 29" and 27" Dryers Gas (U.S.A. and Canada) PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS WGD4700Y, WGD4750X, WGD4800X, WGD4850X, WGD4890X, WGD4900X, WGD4910X,WGD5100V, WGD5200V, WGD5300V, WGD5500X, WGD5510V, WGD5550X, WGD5600X, WGD5610X, WGD5700A, WGD5700V, WGD5700X ...
Dimensions
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...supplier and local codes, 3/8" approved tubing may be used . Vent System Chart (29" Wide Long Vent Models Only) Number of 90° turns or elbows Type of dryer. ■■ Reduce performance, resulting in accordance with product. Pipe-joint compounds resistant to the action ... metal 100 ft. (30.5 m) 3 Rigid metal 90 ft. (27.4 m) 4 Rigid metal 80 ft. (24.4 m) 5 Rigid metal 70 ft. (21.3 m) Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to the chart. VENTING REQUIREMENTS Exhaust venting: Exhaust your...
...supplier and local codes, 3/8" approved tubing may be used . Vent System Chart (29" Wide Long Vent Models Only) Number of 90° turns or elbows Type of dryer. ■■ Reduce performance, resulting in accordance with product. Pipe-joint compounds resistant to the action ... metal 100 ft. (30.5 m) 3 Rigid metal 90 ft. (27.4 m) 4 Rigid metal 80 ft. (24.4 m) 5 Rigid metal 70 ft. (21.3 m) Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to the chart. VENTING REQUIREMENTS Exhaust venting: Exhaust your...
Installation Guide
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... suitable for mobile home installations. Most installations require a minimum 5½" (140 mm) clearance behind the dryer for the exhaust vent with vents *Required spacing 3"* (76 mm) 27" Wide Models Dryer Dimensions 43 " (1092 mm) 23 ¾" (603 mm) 43 " (1092 mm) 13 ¾... and servicing. ■■ Additional clearances might not shut off at temperatures below 45°F (7°C). See "Venting Requirements." 29" Wide Models Dryer Dimensions A B A. Large opening side-swing door B. The opening hamper door Installation Spacing 18"* (457 mm) 14" max.* (356 mm...
... suitable for mobile home installations. Most installations require a minimum 5½" (140 mm) clearance behind the dryer for the exhaust vent with vents *Required spacing 3"* (76 mm) 27" Wide Models Dryer Dimensions 43 " (1092 mm) 23 ¾" (603 mm) 43 " (1092 mm) 13 ¾... and servicing. ■■ Additional clearances might not shut off at temperatures below 45°F (7°C). See "Venting Requirements." 29" Wide Models Dryer Dimensions A B A. Large opening side-swing door B. The opening hamper door Installation Spacing 18"* (457 mm) 14" max.* (356 mm...
Installation Guide
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... or the Canadian Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1. 7 Mobile home installations require a Mobile Home Installation Hold-down Kit. Now stand the dryer on the model/serial rating plate for LP (propane or butane) gases with a different gas without consulting the serving gas supplier. No attempt shall be made to...
... or the Canadian Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1. 7 Mobile home installations require a Mobile Home Installation Hold-down Kit. Now stand the dryer on the model/serial rating plate for LP (propane or butane) gases with a different gas without consulting the serving gas supplier. No attempt shall be made to...
Installation Guide
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... is operated up to the gas supply. E C A D ■■ If your dryer has a 3/8" male pipe thread. 29" Wide Model 1¼" (32 mm) A 9¼" (235 mm) A. 3/8" NPT dryer pipe 27" Wide Model *5 3/4" A (146 mm) B A. 3/8" flexible gas connector B. 3/8" pipe to use TEFLON®† tape. Dryer gas pipe ■■ The gas pipe that an individual manual...
... is operated up to the gas supply. E C A D ■■ If your dryer has a 3/8" male pipe thread. 29" Wide Model 1¼" (32 mm) A 9¼" (235 mm) A. 3/8" NPT dryer pipe 27" Wide Model *5 3/4" A (146 mm) B A. 3/8" flexible gas connector B. 3/8" pipe to use TEFLON®† tape. Dryer gas pipe ■■ The gas pipe that an individual manual...
Installation Guide
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...than 90° elbows. Wall D. For ordering information, see "Venting Kits." See "Venting Kits" for more information. 10 A B C A. Dryer B. Rigid metal or flexible metal vent G. Vent length necessary to exhaust out the right side, left side, or through the bottom (4-way vent ...kit). Optional side exhaust outlet Optional exhaust installations: 27" Wide Models can be converted to connect elbows H. Do not use duct tape. Bottom exhaust installation (27" wide models only) Elbow C. Exhaust hood E. Standard rear offset exhaust installation B. or right-side...
...than 90° elbows. Wall D. For ordering information, see "Venting Kits." See "Venting Kits" for more information. 10 A B C A. Dryer B. Rigid metal or flexible metal vent G. Vent length necessary to exhaust out the right side, left side, or through the bottom (4-way vent ...kit). Optional side exhaust outlet Optional exhaust installations: 27" Wide Models can be converted to connect elbows H. Do not use duct tape. Bottom exhaust installation (27" wide models only) Elbow C. Exhaust hood E. Standard rear offset exhaust installation B. or right-side...
Installation Guide
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...9632; Use following kits for close clearances Venting systems come in many varieties. Special provisions for 27" wide models have a 90º turn to determine type of dryer. ■■ Reduce performance, resulting in "Vent System Chart." Select the type best for close clearance...4392892 In-Wall metal DuraVent™ Periscope W10186596 4-way vent kit - Two close elbow 4396007RW Through-the-wall vent cap 4396008RP 4" steel dryer venting clamps - 2 pack 8212662 Flush mounting louvered vent hood 4" Determine vent path: ■■ Select route that will : ■...
...9632; Use following kits for close clearances Venting systems come in many varieties. Special provisions for 27" wide models have a 90º turn to determine type of dryer. ■■ Reduce performance, resulting in "Vent System Chart." Select the type best for close clearance...4392892 In-Wall metal DuraVent™ Periscope W10186596 4-way vent kit - Two close elbow 4396007RW Through-the-wall vent cap 4396008RP 4" steel dryer venting clamps - 2 pack 8212662 Flush mounting louvered vent hood 4" Determine vent path: ■■ Select route that will : ■...
Installation Guide
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Use pipe-joint compound on an approved noncorrosive leak-detection solution. Connect vent to exhaust hood A B A. 3/8" flexible gas connector B. 3/8" dryer pipe C C. 3/8" to 3/8" pipe elbow D. 3/8" pipe-to gas pipe. Open shut-off valve in supply line; Avoid 90° turns. Open... Rigid metal 70 ft. (21.3 m) Install Vent System 1. Using a wrench to tighten, connect gas supply to dryer Flared maAle fitting mNoalne-fflBiattriendg Remove red cap from gas pipe. Vent System Chart (29" Wide Long Vent Models Only) Number of 90° turns or elbows Type of E.I. Connect gas supply to...
Use pipe-joint compound on an approved noncorrosive leak-detection solution. Connect vent to exhaust hood A B A. 3/8" flexible gas connector B. 3/8" dryer pipe C C. 3/8" to 3/8" pipe elbow D. 3/8" pipe-to gas pipe. Open shut-off valve in supply line; Avoid 90° turns. Open... Rigid metal 70 ft. (21.3 m) Install Vent System 1. Using a wrench to tighten, connect gas supply to dryer Flared maAle fitting mNoalne-fflBiattriendg Remove red cap from gas pipe. Vent System Chart (29" Wide Long Vent Models Only) Number of 90° turns or elbows Type of E.I. Connect gas supply to...
Installation Guide
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...door strike and door strike plug 12. Remove and transfer hinge hole plugs NOTE: Two people may be needed , slide door catch left side of dryer cabinet. Tighten screws halfway. Slide door up so screws are in hinges. 13. Tighten screws. Check door strike alignment Use a small, flat-blade... screwdriver to adjust alignment. 27" Wide Model Side-Swing Door 1. Insert screws in hinge holes on dryer cabinet Door strike Door strike plug Remove door strike and door strike plug from...
...door strike and door strike plug 12. Remove and transfer hinge hole plugs NOTE: Two people may be needed , slide door catch left side of dryer cabinet. Tighten screws halfway. Slide door up so screws are in hinges. 13. Tighten screws. Check door strike alignment Use a small, flat-blade... screwdriver to adjust alignment. 27" Wide Model Side-Swing Door 1. Insert screws in hinge holes on dryer cabinet Door strike Door strike plug Remove door strike and door strike plug from...
Installation Guide
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... (do not remove) top screws from dryer cabinet. 19 Remove top screws from dryer cabinet side of dryer to door. 5. 27" Wide Model Side-Swing Door with Glass 1. Lift door until top screws in dryer cabinet are in large part of dryer. Remove bottom screws from hinges Place towel on dryer 4. Place towel on top of hinges...
... (do not remove) top screws from dryer cabinet. 19 Remove top screws from dryer cabinet side of dryer to door. 5. 27" Wide Model Side-Swing Door with Glass 1. Lift door until top screws in dryer cabinet are in large part of dryer. Remove bottom screws from hinges Place towel on dryer 4. Place towel on top of hinges...