Warranty Information
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... the Use & Care Guide. Write down the following information about buying an extended warranty. Damage resulting from unauthorized modifications made to you . Pick up and delivery. You will pay for product service if your major appliance is located in a remote area where service by an authorized Whirlpool servicer is not available. 9. Repairs to published user or operator instructions and/or installation instructions. 2. This warranty gives you specific legal rights...
... the Use & Care Guide. Write down the following information about buying an extended warranty. Damage resulting from unauthorized modifications made to you . Pick up and delivery. You will pay for product service if your major appliance is located in a remote area where service by an authorized Whirlpool servicer is not available. 9. Repairs to published user or operator instructions and/or installation instructions. 2. This warranty gives you specific legal rights...
Use & Care Guide
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..., wrinkling, and static due to use Steam Cycles for better fabric care and energy savings Use the Auto Cycles to 12 dry items of the vent system at least every 2 years. See "Installation Instructions". n Remove lint from the exhaust hood. n Clear away items from your steam dryer n Results may vary depending on clothes. For best results, do not overload the dryer. 5 CHECK YOUR VENT SYSTEM FOR GOOD AIR FLOW Maintain good air flow by: n Cleaning your lint screen...
..., wrinkling, and static due to use Steam Cycles for better fabric care and energy savings Use the Auto Cycles to 12 dry items of the vent system at least every 2 years. See "Installation Instructions". n Remove lint from the exhaust hood. n Clear away items from your steam dryer n Results may vary depending on clothes. For best results, do not overload the dryer. 5 CHECK YOUR VENT SYSTEM FOR GOOD AIR FLOW Maintain good air flow by: n Cleaning your lint screen...
Use & Care Guide
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... any changes made on the current screen. Press to choose options or settings displayed on the LCD screen. 7 ECOBOOST™ BUTTON The EcoBoost™ option improves energy savings. CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES 1 2 3 NORMAL CASUAL BULKY ITEMS DELICATE Eco Auto Cycles TIMED DRY JEANS HEAVY DUTY QUICK DRY Manual Cycles SPECIALTY CYCLES TOWELS ENHANCED TOUCH UP MY CYCLE QUICK REFRESH Steam Cycles Select number of Garments 9 or 8 7 4 5 6 1 POWER BUTTON Press to turn the drum light...
... any changes made on the current screen. Press to choose options or settings displayed on the LCD screen. 7 ECOBOOST™ BUTTON The EcoBoost™ option improves energy savings. CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES 1 2 3 NORMAL CASUAL BULKY ITEMS DELICATE Eco Auto Cycles TIMED DRY JEANS HEAVY DUTY QUICK DRY Manual Cycles SPECIALTY CYCLES TOWELS ENHANCED TOUCH UP MY CYCLE QUICK REFRESH Steam Cycles Select number of Garments 9 or 8 7 4 5 6 1 POWER BUTTON Press to turn the drum light...
Use & Care Guide
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... dry loads to loosen wrinkles, remove odors, and refresh fabrics. STEAM CYCLES Your dryer has been connected directly to the water line with Steam Static Reduce Mixed Loads Enhanced High 22 Wrinkle Shield™† Touch Up Medium-High Static Reduce Medium Cycle Details: Use to be used for a load, select the lower setting rather than 1/4 full. 8 Large load: Fill the dryer drum up to about 1/2 full. Dry time will automatically adjust when the load size...
... dry loads to loosen wrinkles, remove odors, and refresh fabrics. STEAM CYCLES Your dryer has been connected directly to the water line with Steam Static Reduce Mixed Loads Enhanced High 22 Wrinkle Shield™† Touch Up Medium-High Static Reduce Medium Cycle Details: Use to be used for a load, select the lower setting rather than 1/4 full. 8 Large load: Fill the dryer drum up to about 1/2 full. Dry time will automatically adjust when the load size...
Use & Care Guide
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... the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before each load. Push the lint screen firmly back into place. Add a dryer sheet to tumble freely. Open the door by pulling on the dryer. 9 Items need to wet load, if desired. Load the dryer Clean the lint screen before operating this dryer. 1. Pull the lint screen straight up. Wet lint is hard to poor drying performance and may increase wrinkling and tangling. 3. For additional cleaning information, see "Dryer Care". Place laundry...
... the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before each load. Push the lint screen firmly back into place. Add a dryer sheet to tumble freely. Open the door by pulling on the dryer. 9 Items need to wet load, if desired. Load the dryer Clean the lint screen before operating this dryer. 1. Pull the lint screen straight up. Wet lint is hard to poor drying performance and may increase wrinkling and tangling. 3. For additional cleaning information, see "Dryer Care". Place laundry...
Use & Care Guide
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... Start (model WEL98 only) Remote Start Remote Start MY CYCLE AND SPECIALTY CYCLES MY CYCLE You may store up to 7 frequently used custom cycles in My Cycle for the desired setting. 5. P ress the System Settings button. 3. P ress the LCD control button for quick access. If the dryer is turned off . 7. Press and hold START/PAUSE to begin cycle Press and hold the START/PAUSE button to delete a saved custom cycle before pressing START/PAUSE...
... Start (model WEL98 only) Remote Start Remote Start MY CYCLE AND SPECIALTY CYCLES MY CYCLE You may store up to 7 frequently used custom cycles in My Cycle for the desired setting. 5. P ress the System Settings button. 3. P ress the LCD control button for quick access. If the dryer is turned off . 7. Press and hold START/PAUSE to begin cycle Press and hold the START/PAUSE button to delete a saved custom cycle before pressing START/PAUSE...
Use & Care Guide
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... servicer or ventilation system cleaner. NOTE: Garments that would block the air flow for air to turn, but the drum will not stain future loads of clean clothes or towels to leave adequate clearance between the drying rack grille. 4. You can change the actual time in the dryer door opening and press down fully into holes. ADDITIONAL FEATURES USING THE DRYING RACK To obtain a drying rack for use with the Manual Dry/ Timed Dry cycles only. To use . Open the dryer door...
... servicer or ventilation system cleaner. NOTE: Garments that would block the air flow for air to turn, but the drum will not stain future loads of clean clothes or towels to leave adequate clearance between the drying rack grille. 4. You can change the actual time in the dryer door opening and press down fully into holes. ADDITIONAL FEATURES USING THE DRYING RACK To obtain a drying rack for use with the Manual Dry/ Timed Dry cycles only. To use . Open the dryer door...
Use & Care Guide
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.... Steam models only: Shut off the water supply to stop before your dryer. To clean: 1. See "Venting Requirements" in the door opening of lint screen with the lint screen loose, damaged, blocked, or missing. Wet both the dryer and fabrics. If you will be on the lint screen. Moving Care For power supply cord-connected dryers: 1. CLEANING THE LINT SCREEN Every load cleaning The lint screen is located in the Installation Instructions. IMPORTANT: n Do not run the dryer with hot water. 3. To wash: 1. Transport hose separately. 7. Use tape to remove...
.... Steam models only: Shut off the water supply to stop before your dryer. To clean: 1. See "Venting Requirements" in the door opening of lint screen with the lint screen loose, damaged, blocked, or missing. Wet both the dryer and fabrics. If you will be on the lint screen. Moving Care For power supply cord-connected dryers: 1. CLEANING THE LINT SCREEN Every load cleaning The lint screen is located in the Installation Instructions. IMPORTANT: n Do not run the dryer with hot water. 3. To wash: 1. Transport hose separately. 7. Use tape to remove...
Use & Care Guide
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... air movement. Proper operation of dryer cycles requires temperatures above to tumble freely. See "Installation Instructions". START/PAUSE button not pressed firmly or held long enough. The exhaust vent or outside exhaust hood to the built-in the Installation Instructions. Run the dryer for the dryer. If you experience Possible Causes Solution Dryer Operation Dryer will increase drying times. Select the correct temperature for the types of the dryer requires 5" (127 mm). Check that both circuit breakers have ventilation openings at www.whirlpool...
... air movement. Proper operation of dryer cycles requires temperatures above to tumble freely. See "Installation Instructions". START/PAUSE button not pressed firmly or held long enough. The exhaust vent or outside exhaust hood to the built-in the Installation Instructions. Run the dryer for the dryer. If you experience Possible Causes Solution Dryer Operation Dryer will increase drying times. Select the correct temperature for the types of the dryer requires 5" (127 mm). Check that both circuit breakers have ventilation openings at www.whirlpool...
Use & Care Guide
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... major appliance 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 major appliance, to replace or repair house fuses, or to correct house wiring or plumbing. 3. Consumable parts are unable to resolve the problem after checking "Troubleshooting," additional help you obtain assistance or service if you want...
... major appliance 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 major appliance, to replace or repair house fuses, or to correct house wiring or plumbing. 3. Consumable parts are unable to resolve the problem after checking "Troubleshooting," additional help you obtain assistance or service if you want...
Installation Guide
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... gas connections) Pipe-joint compound resistant to LP gas 4 NOTE: Do not use leveling legs supplied with dryer if installing with dryer) ■■Vent clamps ■■Vent elbows and vent work Parts needed : (Not supplied with a pedestal or a stack kit. Tools needed for gas installations: Additional parts may be required, depending in dryer drum. Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply and venting. Check that opens to your Use and Care Guide for information about accessories available for all installations: Parts supplied (all parts...
... gas connections) Pipe-joint compound resistant to LP gas 4 NOTE: Do not use leveling legs supplied with dryer if installing with dryer) ■■Vent clamps ■■Vent elbows and vent work Parts needed : (Not supplied with a pedestal or a stack kit. Tools needed for gas installations: Additional parts may be required, depending in dryer drum. Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply and venting. Check that opens to your Use and Care Guide for information about accessories available for all installations: Parts supplied (all parts...
Installation Guide
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... water supply for proper exhaust installation. If using a pedestal, you will need : ■■A location allowing for your washer using power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet located within 4 ft. (1.2 m) of the water fill valves, and water pressure of dryer. Side view: Back view: 53/4"* (146 mm) * Approx. If not level, clothes may not tumble properly and automatic sensor cycles may cause dryer not to shut off at least 18" (460 mm) above floor. See "Venting Requirements." 5 LOCATION REQUIREMENTS DRYER DIMENSIONS Front view...
... water supply for proper exhaust installation. If using a pedestal, you will need : ■■A location allowing for your washer using power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet located within 4 ft. (1.2 m) of the water fill valves, and water pressure of dryer. Side view: Back view: 53/4"* (146 mm) * Approx. If not level, clothes may not tumble properly and automatic sensor cycles may cause dryer not to shut off at least 18" (460 mm) above floor. See "Venting Requirements." 5 LOCATION REQUIREMENTS DRYER DIMENSIONS Front view...
Installation Guide
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... dryer exhaust opening. ELECTRIC DRYER POWER HOOKUP - The cord is available to order. For mobile home installation of gas dryers: ■■Mobile Home Installation Hold-down Kit Part Number 346764 is 5 ft. (1.52 m) long. For further information, see "Assistance or Service" section in door are required. Mobile home - Add spacing on all sides of the dryer in your local building inspector. Recommended installation clearances (dryer only): Mobile home installations require: ■■Metal exhaust...
... dryer exhaust opening. ELECTRIC DRYER POWER HOOKUP - The cord is available to order. For mobile home installation of gas dryers: ■■Mobile Home Installation Hold-down Kit Part Number 346764 is 5 ft. (1.52 m) long. For further information, see "Assistance or Service" section in door are required. Mobile home - Add spacing on all sides of the dryer in your local building inspector. Recommended installation clearances (dryer only): Mobile home installations require: ■■Metal exhaust...
Installation Guide
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... fuse or circuit breaker is required. Burner information is equipped for electric current. LP Gas Conversion: IMPORTANT: Conversion must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is equipped with Natural gas. If using a replacement power supply cord, it will not t the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a quali ed electrician. This dryer is properly installed and grounded in the "Assistance or Service" section of least resistance for use Power Supply Cord Replacement Part Number 8529008. Check with all local codes...
... fuse or circuit breaker is required. Burner information is equipped for electric current. LP Gas Conversion: IMPORTANT: Conversion must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is equipped with Natural gas. If using a replacement power supply cord, it will not t the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a quali ed electrician. This dryer is properly installed and grounded in the "Assistance or Service" section of least resistance for use Power Supply Cord Replacement Part Number 8529008. Check with all local codes...
Installation Guide
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... stainless steel gas connector: ■■If local codes permit, use a new flexible stainless steel gas connector (Design Certified by the American Gas Association or CSA International) to connect your dryer to flare adapter fitting C. 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping D. 1/2" NPT gas supply line E. NOTE: Pipe-joint compounds that an individual manual shut-off valve be installed within six (6) ft. (1.8 m) of the burner Btu rating shown on the model/serial number plate...
... stainless steel gas connector: ■■If local codes permit, use a new flexible stainless steel gas connector (Design Certified by the American Gas Association or CSA International) to connect your dryer to flare adapter fitting C. 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping D. 1/2" NPT gas supply line E. NOTE: Pipe-joint compounds that an individual manual shut-off valve be installed within six (6) ft. (1.8 m) of the burner Btu rating shown on the model/serial number plate...
Installation Guide
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... the dryer up. Open shut-off valve in leveling legs B A A. Then, test all non-flared male fittings. INSTALL LEVELING LEGS MAKE GAS CONNECTION (gas models only) 1. Prepare dryer for leveling legs To avoid damaging floor, use a large flat piece of cardboard from gas pipe. Non-flared male fitting Remove red cap from dryer carton; use TEFLON® tape. 2. valve is open when handle is close to its final location...
... the dryer up. Open shut-off valve in leveling legs B A A. Then, test all non-flared male fittings. INSTALL LEVELING LEGS MAKE GAS CONNECTION (gas models only) 1. Prepare dryer for leveling legs To avoid damaging floor, use a large flat piece of cardboard from gas pipe. Non-flared male fitting Remove red cap from dryer carton; use TEFLON® tape. 2. valve is open when handle is close to its final location...
Installation Guide
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... entire length of the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with a magnetic latch. Clamps: ■■ Use clamps to avoid crushing and kinking. Review "Vent System Charts" and if necessary, modify existing vent system ...use duct tape. 10 Flexible metal vent: (Acceptable only if accessible to clean) ■■ Must be used for best drying performance and to seal all governing codes and ordinances. Replace plastic or metal foil vents with screws or other fastening devices that may be fully extended and supported in final dryer location. ■■ Remove...
... entire length of the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with a magnetic latch. Clamps: ■■ Use clamps to avoid crushing and kinking. Review "Vent System Charts" and if necessary, modify existing vent system ...use duct tape. 10 Flexible metal vent: (Acceptable only if accessible to clean) ■■ Must be used for best drying performance and to seal all governing codes and ordinances. Replace plastic or metal foil vents with screws or other fastening devices that may be fully extended and supported in final dryer location. ■■ Remove...
Installation Guide
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... the model and serial number plate in the inner door well. Record hose installation or replacement dates on the hoses for all joints. Periodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found. 1. Turn cold water off, remove hose, and replace rubber washer Turn cold water faucet off and remove washer inlet hose. Connect vent to exhaust hood Vent must be connected to the Standard Vent System Chart above. NOTE: For long vent systems, use old hoses...
... the model and serial number plate in the inner door well. Record hose installation or replacement dates on the hoses for all joints. Periodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found. 1. Turn cold water off, remove hose, and replace rubber washer Turn cold water faucet off and remove washer inlet hose. Connect vent to exhaust hood Vent must be connected to the Standard Vent System Chart above. NOTE: For long vent systems, use old hoses...
Installation Guide
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... of your Use and Care Guide. Be sure vent is first used. Over time, the buildup of a water softener is an extra part, go away. Electric Models q Plug into a grounded outlet. q Check for leaks around "Y" connector, faucet, and hoses. Do not select Air Only Temperature setting. Remove door from dryer IMPORTANT: If the protective film has not yet been removed from the dryer, peel the film from the dryer door before proceeding. q Wipe dryer drum interior thoroughly...
... of your Use and Care Guide. Be sure vent is first used. Over time, the buildup of a water softener is an extra part, go away. Electric Models q Plug into a grounded outlet. q Check for leaks around "Y" connector, faucet, and hoses. Do not select Air Only Temperature setting. Remove door from dryer IMPORTANT: If the protective film has not yet been removed from the dryer, peel the film from the dryer door before proceeding. q Wipe dryer drum interior thoroughly...
Dimension Guide
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... drying times and increased energy usage. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to L.P. gas. gas must be used . Do not use of box/louvered hoods will improve venting regardless of dryer. ■■ Reduce performance, resulting in the inner door well. Dimensions are recommended. For complete details, see Installation Instructions packed with Natural gas. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker and a separate circuit...
... drying times and increased energy usage. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to L.P. gas. gas must be used . Do not use of box/louvered hoods will improve venting regardless of dryer. ■■ Reduce performance, resulting in the inner door well. Dimensions are recommended. For complete details, see Installation Instructions packed with Natural gas. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker and a separate circuit...