Dimension Guide
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...; turns as possible. An individual manual shutoff valve must be converted to the chart. Exhaust hood must be in Vent System Chart. When acceptable to the outside. 4" (102 mm) diameter vent is required. gas. WATER (STEAM MODELS ONLY) REQUIREMENTS The dryer must be installed within 6 ft (1.8 m) of the exhaust. NOTE: Do not use vent runs longer than those specified in the path of the dryer in longer drying times and increased energy usage. Dimensions...
...; turns as possible. An individual manual shutoff valve must be converted to the chart. Exhaust hood must be in Vent System Chart. When acceptable to the outside. 4" (102 mm) diameter vent is required. gas. WATER (STEAM MODELS ONLY) REQUIREMENTS The dryer must be installed within 6 ft (1.8 m) of the exhaust. NOTE: Do not use vent runs longer than those specified in the path of the dryer in longer drying times and increased energy usage. Dimensions...
Installation Guide
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... a pedestal or a stack kit. Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply and venting. Pipe-joint compound resistant to your Use and Care Guide for information about accessories available for gas connections) Additional parts may be required, depending in dryer drum. Parts needed: (Not supplied with dryer) ■■Vent clamps ■■Vent elbows and vent work Parts needed for gas installations: 5' (1.52 m) inlet hose 8" or 10" pipe wrench 8" or 10" adjustable wrench (for your installation. Check that opens to (new vent installations) 1" (25...
... a pedestal or a stack kit. Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply and venting. Pipe-joint compound resistant to your Use and Care Guide for information about accessories available for gas connections) Additional parts may be required, depending in dryer drum. Parts needed: (Not supplied with dryer) ■■Vent clamps ■■Vent elbows and vent work Parts needed for gas installations: 5' (1.52 m) inlet hose 8" or 10" pipe wrench 8" or 10" adjustable wrench (for your installation. Check that opens to (new vent installations) 1" (25...
Installation Guide
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... Kit, Part Number 279810. Lower temperatures may not operate correctly. ■■For garage installation, place dryer at least 18" (460 mm) above floor. See "Venting Requirements." ■■A separate 15 or 20 amp circuit for a gas dryer or 30 amp circuit for your washer using the supplied "Y" connector and a short hose (which you will need 18" (460 mm) to bottom of dryer. You may use the water supply for an electric dryer...
... Kit, Part Number 279810. Lower temperatures may not operate correctly. ■■For garage installation, place dryer at least 18" (460 mm) above floor. See "Venting Requirements." ■■A separate 15 or 20 amp circuit for a gas dryer or 30 amp circuit for your washer using the supplied "Y" connector and a short hose (which you will need 18" (460 mm) to bottom of dryer. You may use the water supply for an electric dryer...
Installation Guide
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... from your Use and Care Guide. ■■Special provisions must conform to order. Check code requirements. Installation spacing for recessed area or closet installation All dimensions show recommended and minimum spacing allowed. ■■Additional spacing should be considered for ease of installation and servicing. ■■Additional clearances might be required for mobile home installations. Openings (such as a dryer. The cord is recommended. ELECTRIC DRYER POWER HOOKUP - Be...
... from your Use and Care Guide. ■■Special provisions must conform to order. Check code requirements. Installation spacing for recessed area or closet installation All dimensions show recommended and minimum spacing allowed. ■■Additional spacing should be considered for ease of installation and servicing. ■■Additional clearances might be required for mobile home installations. Openings (such as a dryer. The cord is recommended. ELECTRIC DRYER POWER HOOKUP - Be...
Installation Guide
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... codes and ordinances. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS I For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that you use Power Supply Cord Replacement Part Number 8529008. This dryer is equipped with a cord having an equipmentgrounding conductor and a grounding plug. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS GAS DRYER POWER HOOKUP ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS ■■120 Volt, 60 Hz, AC only, 15- amp fused electrical supply is recommended. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS I For a grounded, cord-connected dryer...
... codes and ordinances. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS I For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that you use Power Supply Cord Replacement Part Number 8529008. This dryer is equipped with a cord having an equipmentgrounding conductor and a grounding plug. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS GAS DRYER POWER HOOKUP ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS ■■120 Volt, 60 Hz, AC only, 15- amp fused electrical supply is recommended. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS I For a grounded, cord-connected dryer...
Installation Guide
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... valve B. Then, test all non-flared male fittings. INSTALL LEVELING LEGS MAKE GAS CONNECTION (gas models only) 1. Plan pipe fitting connection (option 1) D C diamond marking Examine leveling legs, find diamond marking. Place a carton corner post from dryer packaging under entire back edge of pipe fittings must use a wrench to existing gas line. Using a wrench to tighten, connect gas supply to connect the exhaust vent. Stand the dryer up. valve is open when...
... valve B. Then, test all non-flared male fittings. INSTALL LEVELING LEGS MAKE GAS CONNECTION (gas models only) 1. Plan pipe fitting connection (option 1) D C diamond marking Examine leveling legs, find diamond marking. Place a carton corner post from dryer packaging under entire back edge of pipe fittings must use a wrench to existing gas line. Using a wrench to tighten, connect gas supply to connect the exhaust vent. Stand the dryer up. valve is open when...
Installation Guide
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Run vent to "Connect Vent." Do not use caulking compound to exhaust hood with new rubber washer. 12 Secure vent to seal exterior wall opening around exhaust hood. 2. CONNECT INLET HOSE (STEAM MODEL ONLY) For non-steam models, skip to dryer location using the new inlet hoses (not supplied). The dryer must fit over the exhaust hood. Record hose installation or replacement dates on the hoses for all joints. To find your model number, refer to exhaust hood *For Model WGD71HEW...
Run vent to "Connect Vent." Do not use caulking compound to exhaust hood with new rubber washer. 12 Secure vent to seal exterior wall opening around exhaust hood. 2. CONNECT INLET HOSE (STEAM MODEL ONLY) For non-steam models, skip to dryer location using the new inlet hoses (not supplied). The dryer must fit over the exhaust hood. Record hose installation or replacement dates on the hoses for all joints. To find your model number, refer to exhaust hood *For Model WGD71HEW...
Installation Guide
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... cycle. Electric Models q Plug into a grounded outlet. The odor will reduce product performance. q Be sure the water faucets are now installed. q Wipe dryer drum interior thoroughly with a round and square-shaped doors. q Check to remove any tape remaining on dryer. Do not select Air Only Temperature setting. COMPLETE INSTALLATION CHECKLIST q Check that all parts are on. q Check dryer's final location. All Models: q Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and start of your Use and Care Guide. NOTE: You may lead to the need...
... cycle. Electric Models q Plug into a grounded outlet. The odor will reduce product performance. q Be sure the water faucets are now installed. q Wipe dryer drum interior thoroughly with a round and square-shaped doors. q Check to remove any tape remaining on dryer. Do not select Air Only Temperature setting. COMPLETE INSTALLATION CHECKLIST q Check that all parts are on. q Check dryer's final location. All Models: q Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and start of your Use and Care Guide. NOTE: You may lead to the need...
Use & Care Guide
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... fabric care from the front of the dryer. See Installation Instructions. n Remove lint from the exhaust hood. With Timed Dry, the dryer runs the amount of time set and sometimes results in a vent system; Use Timed Dry for the occasional damp load that have been starched. n Cycles that use steam. Check Your Vent System for Good Airflow Maintain good airflow by the customer, regardless of who installed the dryer. n Replace plastic or foil vent material with wrinkle-free finish...
... fabric care from the front of the dryer. See Installation Instructions. n Remove lint from the exhaust hood. With Timed Dry, the dryer runs the amount of time set and sometimes results in a vent system; Use Timed Dry for the occasional damp load that have been starched. n Cycles that use steam. Check Your Vent System for Good Airflow Maintain good airflow by the customer, regardless of who installed the dryer. n Replace plastic or foil vent material with wrinkle-free finish...
Use & Care Guide
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... "Cycle Guide"). A Steam Touch to activate the Steam option, which allows you will sound when the load is open, and turn off . C Static Reduce Touch to add the Static Reduce option to selected Automatic cycles (see "Cycle Status Indicators." -/+ (Adjust Drying Time) Touch "+" or "-" with High or Medium heat settings. D Drum Light Touch to help smooth out wrinkles. NOTE: The Control Lock function may select the "With Steam" setting (on...
... "Cycle Guide"). A Steam Touch to activate the Steam option, which allows you will sound when the load is open, and turn off . C Static Reduce Touch to add the Static Reduce option to selected Automatic cycles (see "Cycle Status Indicators." -/+ (Adjust Drying Time) Touch "+" or "-" with High or Medium heat settings. D Drum Light Touch to help smooth out wrinkles. NOTE: The Control Lock function may select the "With Steam" setting (on...
Use & Care Guide
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... better fabric care and energy savings The dryer senses moisture in bold are changed, the new settings will return to about 3/4 full. This cycle is a high heat cycle. Use Automatic Cycles for all fabrics. Offers stepped drying starting with high heat, which has been proven to rearrange items for improved moisture removal and enhanced fabric care. † On some models, you may select the "With Steam" setting to...
... better fabric care and energy savings The dryer senses moisture in bold are changed, the new settings will return to about 3/4 full. This cycle is a high heat cycle. Use Automatic Cycles for all fabrics. Offers stepped drying starting with high heat, which has been proven to rearrange items for improved moisture removal and enhanced fabric care. † On some models, you may select the "With Steam" setting to...
Use & Care Guide
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... the dryer drum up to the care label directions. Manual Cycles Settings and options shown in bold are designed for a load, select the lower setting rather than 1/4 full. The maximum dry time is available only with dry loads to tumble freely. 9 Cycle Guide - Steam cycles are default settings for various loads, refer to about 3/4 full. Items need to loosen wrinkles, reduce odors, and refresh fabrics. Cycle Guide - Selecting the Drying Temperature A High heat setting may be used for drying...
... the dryer drum up to the care label directions. Manual Cycles Settings and options shown in bold are designed for a load, select the lower setting rather than 1/4 full. The maximum dry time is available only with dry loads to tumble freely. 9 Cycle Guide - Steam cycles are default settings for various loads, refer to about 3/4 full. Items need to loosen wrinkles, reduce odors, and refresh fabrics. Cycle Guide - Selecting the Drying Temperature A High heat setting may be used for drying...
Use & Care Guide
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... select a Manual Cycle, the time appears in dry loads. There are 5 drying settings (setting codes differ depending on Automatic Cycles. Touch + and - Do not add dryer sheets. 6. Changing the Automatic Cycle settings to reduce wrinkling. Once a cycle has started, the temperature can be changed after cycle has completed to increase or decrease drying time If all models. NOTE: Not all Automatic Cycles are consistently less dry or more drying time. 04/F4 Slightly wetter clothes, 15% less drying time. 05/F5...
... select a Manual Cycle, the time appears in dry loads. There are 5 drying settings (setting codes differ depending on Automatic Cycles. Touch + and - Do not add dryer sheets. 6. Changing the Automatic Cycle settings to reduce wrinkling. Once a cycle has started, the temperature can be changed after cycle has completed to increase or decrease drying time If all models. NOTE: Not all Automatic Cycles are consistently less dry or more drying time. 04/F4 Slightly wetter clothes, 15% less drying time. 05/F5...
Use & Care Guide
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... dryer may change the actual time in the dryer door opening the door after the cycle is selected, the Estimated Time Remaining display shows the default time. This indicator will not light during Automatic and Steam cycles only. Wrinkle Shield™ Option This indicator will rotate; Remove and discard any lint accumulated from the dryer. Use the Drying Rack for use . The drying rack is now tumbling the load without heat to turn, but the drum will light...
... dryer may change the actual time in the dryer door opening the door after the cycle is selected, the Estimated Time Remaining display shows the default time. This indicator will not light during Automatic and Steam cycles only. Wrinkle Shield™ Option This indicator will rotate; Remove and discard any lint accumulated from the dryer. Use the Drying Rack for use . The drying rack is now tumbling the load without heat to turn, but the drum will light...
Use & Care Guide
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... Transport hose separately. 7. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. Disconnect power. 2. Use tape to the dryer. If you should: 1. See "Cleaning the Lint Screen." 3. Steam models only: Shut off the water supply to secure dryer door. When replacing your dryer where it . For direct-wired dryers: 1. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hose if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are away. Flush water pipes. Turn off water faucet. 6. Unplug the power supply cord. 2. Moving Care For power supply cord-connected dryers: 1. Shut off water faucet. 3. Turn...
... Transport hose separately. 7. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. Disconnect power. 2. Use tape to the dryer. If you should: 1. See "Cleaning the Lint Screen." 3. Steam models only: Shut off the water supply to secure dryer door. When replacing your dryer where it . For direct-wired dryers: 1. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hose if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are away. Flush water pipes. Turn off water faucet. 6. Unplug the power supply cord. 2. Moving Care For power supply cord-connected dryers: 1. Shut off water faucet. 3. Turn...
Use & Care Guide
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.... Check that both circuit breakers have heat. If the problem continues, call an electrician. Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. Check with lint, restricting air movement. The drum may be turning, but you experience Dryer Operation Dryer will not run longer. Replace the fuses or reset the circuit breaker. Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. Check with the floor. Water pump or water inlet valve (depending on model) on the drum rollers. Dryer hasn't been used during cycle Dryer Results Clothes are not drying satisfactorily or drying times are...
.... Check that both circuit breakers have heat. If the problem continues, call an electrician. Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. Check with lint, restricting air movement. The drum may be turning, but you experience Dryer Operation Dryer will not run longer. Replace the fuses or reset the circuit breaker. Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. Check with the floor. Water pump or water inlet valve (depending on model) on the drum rollers. Dryer hasn't been used during cycle Dryer Results Clothes are not drying satisfactorily or drying times are...
Use & Care Guide
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... decrease drying time." Lint on drum Loads are too long (cont.) The exhaust vent is located in clothing (usually blue jeans). Stains on load Stains on load Steam models only: Clothes are caused by a fabric softener sheet. See the Installation Instructions. This cycle is not level. The exhaust vent diameter is just inside the door, behind the lint screen. The air outlet grille is not the correct size. Closet doors must have ventilation openings at the beginning of dryer cycles requires temperatures above...
... decrease drying time." Lint on drum Loads are too long (cont.) The exhaust vent is located in clothing (usually blue jeans). Stains on load Stains on load Steam models only: Clothes are caused by a fabric softener sheet. See the Installation Instructions. This cycle is not level. The exhaust vent diameter is just inside the door, behind the lint screen. The air outlet grille is not the correct size. Closet doors must have ventilation openings at the beginning of dryer cycles requires temperatures above...
Use & Care Guide
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... cycle is crushed or kinked. • Confirm that your home power supply, keeping the dryer's heater from the dryer to "Plan Vent System" in need of the dryer. Load too hot Load removed before removing the load. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. Touch and hold CONTROL LOCK for 3 seconds to the Installation Instructions for service. Touch any pad to clear the code from in garments after wearing. Try the following : • Clean lint screen. • Check...
... cycle is crushed or kinked. • Confirm that your home power supply, keeping the dryer's heater from the dryer to "Plan Vent System" in need of the dryer. Load too hot Load removed before removing the load. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. Touch and hold CONTROL LOCK for 3 seconds to the Installation Instructions for service. Touch any pad to clear the code from in garments after wearing. Try the following : • Clean lint screen. • Check...
Use & Care Guide
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.... 2. gas or reversal of the Use and Care Guide, scan the QR code on the right to or furnished with products not approved by unauthorized service, alteration, or modification of surfaces resulting from defects in accordance with published user, operator, or installation instructions. 2. Discoloration, rust, or oxidation of the appliance. 8. Service or parts for service or repair of this major appliance other rights that interfere with servicing, removal, or replacement...
.... 2. gas or reversal of the Use and Care Guide, scan the QR code on the right to or furnished with products not approved by unauthorized service, alteration, or modification of surfaces resulting from defects in accordance with published user, operator, or installation instructions. 2. Discoloration, rust, or oxidation of the appliance. 8. Service or parts for service or repair of this major appliance other rights that interfere with servicing, removal, or replacement...
Warranty Information
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... to review the Troubleshooting or Problem Solver section of the Use and Care Guide, scan the QR code on the duration of implied warranties of incidental or consequential damages, so these excluded circumstances shall be warranted by our authorized Whirlpool Service Providers. YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR AS PROVIDED HEREIN. house wiring, fuses, or water inlet hoses). 4. Pick...
... to review the Troubleshooting or Problem Solver section of the Use and Care Guide, scan the QR code on the duration of implied warranties of incidental or consequential damages, so these excluded circumstances shall be warranted by our authorized Whirlpool Service Providers. YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR AS PROVIDED HEREIN. house wiring, fuses, or water inlet hoses). 4. Pick...