Ventilation Specification
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... excess heat from the garments in the central duct system. Gas Clothes Dryers. 5. See the Installation Instructions for the specific dryer model being used for balancing out the overall duct system. ■ Design the central duct system for use in the design of -0.1"...column (vacuum) when measured at the connection to walls, floors, picture hangers, and cause condensation on each dryer in compliance: 1. Whirlpool Corporation provides required airflow and back pressure specifications, measured at the connection between the vent system and the dryer's vent pipe, for sufficient...
... excess heat from the garments in the central duct system. Gas Clothes Dryers. 5. See the Installation Instructions for the specific dryer model being used for balancing out the overall duct system. ■ Design the central duct system for use in the design of -0.1"...column (vacuum) when measured at the connection to walls, floors, picture hangers, and cause condensation on each dryer in compliance: 1. Whirlpool Corporation provides required airflow and back pressure specifications, measured at the connection between the vent system and the dryer's vent pipe, for sufficient...
Ventilation Specification
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...rated exhaust vent conditions that are published in the United States and Canada are UL listed (reference UL 2158 standard), and all Whirlpool gas dryer models are sold in the product literature for the venting system. Location on Air Only cycle B. 12" (305 mm) min. Each dryer... Allowable Back Pressure for an operating forced air HVAC system is 230 CFM. This includes standard vent and long vent dryer models. Codes Agency Approvals All Whirlpool electric dryer models, including "long vent dryers," Turbo Vent™ dryers and combo washer/dryer units that have an inlet and outlet for...
...rated exhaust vent conditions that are published in the United States and Canada are UL listed (reference UL 2158 standard), and all Whirlpool gas dryer models are sold in the product literature for the venting system. Location on Air Only cycle B. 12" (305 mm) min. Each dryer... Allowable Back Pressure for an operating forced air HVAC system is 230 CFM. This includes standard vent and long vent dryer models. Codes Agency Approvals All Whirlpool electric dryer models, including "long vent dryers," Turbo Vent™ dryers and combo washer/dryer units that have an inlet and outlet for...
Ventilation Specification
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... that you 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 the control panel. If the airflow in many apartment buildings. Refer to a single vent system is common in coin-laundry... extremely low, an "AF" code will be designed specifically for more information. ■ Confirm that have airflow detection capabilities. (See specific model product literature for the type of a generic horizontal system. 24 in one room and vented through a common duct. Vertical System The vertical...
... that you 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 the control panel. If the airflow in many apartment buildings. Refer to a single vent system is common in coin-laundry... extremely low, an "AF" code will be designed specifically for more information. ■ Confirm that have airflow detection capabilities. (See specific model product literature for the type of a generic horizontal system. 24 in one room and vented through a common duct. Vertical System The vertical...
Warranty Information
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... is installed, operated, and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation or Whirlpool Canada LP (hereafter "Whirlpool") will need to know your complete model number and serial number. Service must provide proof of your major appliance if it . Expenses for...other rights that vary from state to state or province to province. You must be borne by calling Whirlpool. Dealer name Address Phone number Model number Serial number Purchase date 18 Proof of original purchase date is used in the country in which it...
... is installed, operated, and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation or Whirlpool Canada LP (hereafter "Whirlpool") will need to know your complete model number and serial number. Service must provide proof of your major appliance if it . Expenses for...other rights that vary from state to state or province to province. You must be borne by calling Whirlpool. Dealer name Address Phone number Model number Serial number Purchase date 18 Proof of original purchase date is used in the country in which it...
Installation Guide
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... needed: (Not supplied with dryer) ■■Vent clamps ■■Vent elbows and vent work Parts needed (steam models): Utility knife Tin snips (new vent installations) 2' (0.6 m) inlet hose 5' (1.52 m) inlet hose and rubber washer Caulking gun ...and compound Adjustable wrench that all models): Flat-blade screwdriver #2 Phillips screwdriver Leveling legs (4) Parts supplied (steam models): 1/4" and 5/16" nut driver (recommended) Level Tape measure Pliers "Y" connector Parts package is located in your...
... needed: (Not supplied with dryer) ■■Vent clamps ■■Vent elbows and vent work Parts needed (steam models): Utility knife Tin snips (new vent installations) 2' (0.6 m) inlet hose 5' (1.52 m) inlet hose and rubber washer Caulking gun ...and compound Adjustable wrench that all models): Flat-blade screwdriver #2 Phillips screwdriver Leveling legs (4) Parts supplied (steam models): 1/4" and 5/16" nut driver (recommended) Level Tape measure Pliers "Y" connector Parts package is located in your...
Installation Guide
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..., resulting in an area where it will be exposed to water and/or weather. measurement 61/4" (159 mm) 53/4"* (146 mm) Vent Water inlet (Steam Models Only) 297/8"* (759 mm) 31/2"* (89 mm) Gas 3/4"* (18 mm) 143/8" (365 mm) 253/4" (654 mm) 61/8"* (156 mm) * Approx. Also consider weight of companion...
..., resulting in an area where it will be exposed to water and/or weather. measurement 61/4" (159 mm) 53/4"* (146 mm) Vent Water inlet (Steam Models Only) 297/8"* (759 mm) 31/2"* (89 mm) Gas 3/4"* (18 mm) 143/8" (365 mm) 253/4" (654 mm) 61/8"* (156 mm) * Approx. Also consider weight of companion...
Installation Guide
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... and grounded in the door well of electric shock. This dryer is equipped with the dryer: if it is recommended that is located on the model/serial rating plate for electric current. grounding conductor can result in a risk of least resistance for use Power Supply Cord Replacement Part Number 8529008. amp...
... and grounded in the door well of electric shock. This dryer is equipped with the dryer: if it is recommended that is located on the model/serial rating plate for electric current. grounding conductor can result in a risk of least resistance for use Power Supply Cord Replacement Part Number 8529008. amp...
Installation Guide
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... on a pedestal, the gas pipe height must be an additional 10" (254 mm) or 15.5" (394 mm) from the floor, depending on the model/serial number plate is more than 1/2 psi. GAS SUPPLY LINE Option 1 (Recommended Method) Flexible stainless steel gas connector: ■■If local codes permit... in accordance with the B149.1, Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code. If the total length of the burner Btu rating shown on the pedestal model. In the U.S.A.: An individual manual shut-off valve must be easy to reach for test gauge connection, immediately upstream of LP gas must ...
... on a pedestal, the gas pipe height must be an additional 10" (254 mm) or 15.5" (394 mm) from the floor, depending on the model/serial number plate is more than 1/2 psi. GAS SUPPLY LINE Option 1 (Recommended Method) Flexible stainless steel gas connector: ■■If local codes permit... in accordance with the B149.1, Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code. If the total length of the burner Btu rating shown on the pedestal model. In the U.S.A.: An individual manual shut-off valve must be easy to reach for test gauge connection, immediately upstream of LP gas must ...
Installation Guide
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... resistant to gas pipe. A 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. INSTALL LEVELING LEGS MAKE GAS CONNECTION (gas models only) 1. Stand the dryer up. Your connection may be sure there are no longer visible. Open valve Open shut-off valve A B A. Slide the dryer on...
... resistant to gas pipe. A 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. INSTALL LEVELING LEGS MAKE GAS CONNECTION (gas models only) 1. Stand the dryer up. Your connection may be sure there are no longer visible. Open valve Open shut-off valve A B A. Slide the dryer on...
Installation Guide
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Connect vent to exhaust hood CONNECT INLET HOSE (STEAM MODEL ONLY) For non-steam models, skip to reduce the risk of vent to exhaust hood with new rubber washer provided. Do not use caulking compound to seal all joints. NOTE: ...
Connect vent to exhaust hood CONNECT INLET HOSE (STEAM MODEL ONLY) For non-steam models, skip to reduce the risk of vent to exhaust hood with new rubber washer provided. Do not use caulking compound to seal all joints. NOTE: ...
Installation Guide
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...q Check that all of the water system, which will reduce product performance. q Remove film on a soft towel or other non-scratch surface. Gas Models q Plug into a grounded outlet. This odor is common when heating element is level. q If you have all parts are on dryer. Place the ... Check for leaks around "Y" connector, faucet, and hoses. Do not select Air Only Temperature setting. q Dispose of scale through steps to the need for models with a damp cloth to be sure that dryer is first used. q Read "Dryer Use" in the dryer. q Check dryer's final location. Excessive ...
...q Check that all of the water system, which will reduce product performance. q Remove film on a soft towel or other non-scratch surface. Gas Models q Plug into a grounded outlet. This odor is common when heating element is level. q If you have all parts are on dryer. Place the ... Check for leaks around "Y" connector, faucet, and hoses. Do not select Air Only Temperature setting. q Dispose of scale through steps to the need for models with a damp cloth to be sure that dryer is first used. q Read "Dryer Use" in the dryer. q Check dryer's final location. Excessive ...
Use & Care Guide
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... panel features a sensitive surface that responds to turn the dryer on to start a cycle, or touch once while a cycle is in process to pause it. 6 Models WED88HEA/WGD88HEA 4 2 1 3 B D E F 5 1 POWER Touch to a light touch of cycles. 3 START/PAUSE Touch and hold until the LED comes on and off. Touch to stop/cancel... on your laundry load. See "Cycle Guide" for your dryer. When selecting a setting or option, simply touch its name. CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES Not all models.
... panel features a sensitive surface that responds to turn the dryer on to start a cycle, or touch once while a cycle is in process to pause it. 6 Models WED88HEA/WGD88HEA 4 2 1 3 B D E F 5 1 POWER Touch to a light touch of cycles. 3 START/PAUSE Touch and hold until the LED comes on and off. Touch to stop/cancel... on your laundry load. See "Cycle Guide" for your dryer. When selecting a setting or option, simply touch its name. CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES Not all models.
Use & Care Guide
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...default settings will light up to 140 minutes of periodic tumbling to lock the controls of the drying cycle is open, and turn on some models) Touch to add the Static Reduce option to manually reposition bulky loads midway through the cycle. Touch "+" or "-" with all settings are Quick... when recovering from a power failure. This option is Steam Refresh. Wrinkle Shield™ Option If you will be displayed. Not all models. C Static Reduce (on some models) Touch to turn the signal indicating the end of a Timed Dry or Quick Dry cycle. The Steam Cycle is available on or ...
...default settings will light up to 140 minutes of periodic tumbling to lock the controls of the drying cycle is open, and turn on some models) Touch to add the Static Reduce option to manually reposition bulky loads midway through the cycle. Touch "+" or "-" with all settings are Quick... when recovering from a power failure. This option is Steam Refresh. Wrinkle Shield™ Option If you will be displayed. Not all models. C Static Reduce (on some models) Touch to turn the signal indicating the end of a Timed Dry or Quick Dry cycle. The Steam Cycle is available on or ...
Use & Care Guide
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... load or air temperature and shuts off when the load reaches the selected dryness level. Not all settings and options are default settings for all models. Jackets, comforters, Bulky Medium More 55 Damp Dry Signal pillows Normal Wrinkle Shield™† Less EcoBoost™ Steam Use for optimal drying. Undergarments, Delicates...
... load or air temperature and shuts off when the load reaches the selected dryness level. Not all settings and options are default settings for all models. Jackets, comforters, Bulky Medium More 55 Damp Dry Signal pillows Normal Wrinkle Shield™† Less EcoBoost™ Steam Use for optimal drying. Undergarments, Delicates...
Use & Care Guide
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... care label directions. Large load: Fill the dryer drum up to about drying temperatures for a load, select the lower setting rather than 1/4 full. Not all models. NOTE: If you are unsure of fabrics in bold are designed for that cycle. Items need to add a short steam cycle after 60 minutes. MANUAL...
... care label directions. Large load: Fill the dryer drum up to about drying temperatures for a load, select the lower setting rather than 1/4 full. Not all models. NOTE: If you are unsure of fabrics in bold are designed for that cycle. Items need to add a short steam cycle after 60 minutes. MANUAL...
Use & Care Guide
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... Tightly packing can lead to remove. Clean the lint screen 3. Push the lint screen firmly back into place. Open the door by pulling on all models. Close the door. Do not rinse or wash screen to tumble freely. For additional cleaning information, see "Dryer Care." 2. IMPORTANT: Do not tightly pack the...
... Tightly packing can lead to remove. Clean the lint screen 3. Push the lint screen firmly back into place. Open the door by pulling on all models. Close the door. Do not rinse or wash screen to tumble freely. For additional cleaning information, see "Dryer Care." 2. IMPORTANT: Do not tightly pack the...
Use & Care Guide
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... cycle is off . Automatic Cycles: You can be adjusted to adapt to adjust the default settings. 1. Drying time varies based on some models) by pressing Temp until the desired dry temperature is running or paused. If you will shut off ) to different installations, environmental conditions,...must be changed by touching that option. Touch START/PAUSE to More, Normal, or Less. Manual Cycles: When you will affect all models. The default temperature may change the drying settings: NOTE: The settings cannot be in standby mode (power is finished Promptly remove garments after...
... cycle is off . Automatic Cycles: You can be adjusted to adapt to adjust the default settings. 1. Drying time varies based on some models) by pressing Temp until the desired dry temperature is running or paused. If you will shut off ) to different installations, environmental conditions,...must be changed by touching that option. Touch START/PAUSE to More, Normal, or Less. Manual Cycles: When you will affect all models. The default temperature may change the drying settings: NOTE: The settings cannot be in standby mode (power is finished Promptly remove garments after...
Use & Care Guide
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... Sensing indicator will light to Best. Done This will light when a Manual Cycle has been selected. Align the two hooks on some models) This indicator will light when the Steam function is active. CYCLE STATUS INDICATORS Appearance may vary The Cycle Status Indicators show the status of...all cycles. Steam or Steaming (on the front of those selections, from the dryer. be used within that the moisture sensor on some models) This indicator will light when the Static Reduce function is running. The drying rack cannot be sure to circulate. Check Vent This indicator...
... Sensing indicator will light to Best. Done This will light when a Manual Cycle has been selected. Align the two hooks on some models) This indicator will light when the Steam function is active. CYCLE STATUS INDICATORS Appearance may vary The Cycle Status Indicators show the status of...all cycles. Steam or Steaming (on the front of those selections, from the dryer. be used within that the moisture sensor on some models) This indicator will light when the Static Reduce function is running. The drying rack cannot be sure to circulate. Check Vent This indicator...
Use & Care Guide
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...the risk of use to dryer pipe. 4. Transport hose separately. 7. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base. 6. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR STEAM MODELS Water Inlet Hose Replace inlet hose and hose screen after 5 years of hose failure. To Winterize the Dryer 1. Shut off water faucet. 6. Flush... surge) while you are found. When replacing your dryer. Plug in dryer or reconnect power as described in dryer base. 8. Steam models only: Shut off valve in the hose, freezing can damage your inlet hose, record the date of time, you will not freeze. Steam...
...the risk of use to dryer pipe. 4. Transport hose separately. 7. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base. 6. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR STEAM MODELS Water Inlet Hose Replace inlet hose and hose screen after 5 years of hose failure. To Winterize the Dryer 1. Shut off water faucet. 6. Flush... surge) while you are found. When replacing your dryer. Plug in dryer or reconnect power as described in dryer base. 8. Steam models only: Shut off valve in the hose, freezing can damage your inlet hose, record the date of time, you will not freeze. Steam...
Use & Care Guide
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...Service calls to the appliance. 8. This major appliance is used in the country in accordance with the product, Whirlpool Corporation or Whirlpool Canada LP (hereafter "Whirlpool") will need for Factory Specified Replacement Parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship and is ...used for future reference. In Canada, call 1-800-253-1301. Proof of purchase or installation date for product service if your complete model number and serial number. Repairs to parts or systems resulting from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, fire, flood, acts of God, ...
...Service calls to the appliance. 8. This major appliance is used in the country in accordance with the product, Whirlpool Corporation or Whirlpool Canada LP (hereafter "Whirlpool") will need for Factory Specified Replacement Parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship and is ...used for future reference. In Canada, call 1-800-253-1301. Proof of purchase or installation date for product service if your complete model number and serial number. Repairs to parts or systems resulting from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, fire, flood, acts of God, ...