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Question posted by russnewton on November 16th, 2013

Lint Screen Alert Dryer Will Not Start

I just took delivery of my new dryer. The dryer will not start even though the display is on. The lint screen light is flashing even though the machine is brand new.

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Dimension Guide - Page 1

... considered. Louvered doors with elbow. Companion appliance spacing should be considered for exhaust vent with equivalent ventilation openings are acceptable. measurement. W10558997 01/2013 Electric Dryer PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS MED3000B, MED4000B, MED4200B, MED6000A, MED7000A, MED8000A Front view: 27" (686 mm) Side view: 381/8" (968 mm) 3/4"* (18 mm) Back view: 61/2" (165...

Dimension Guide - Page 2

...performance. To determine maximum exhaust length, add one 90º turn inside the dryer. Determine vent length and elbows needed for planning purposes only. Whirlpool Vent System...longer than those specified in Vent System Chart. VENTING REQUIREMENTS Exhaust venting: Exhaust your dryer to use plastic or metal foil vet. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous...

Installation Guide - Page 1

... INSTRUCTIONS Table of Contents DRYER SAFETY 2 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 3 Tools and Parts 3 LOCATION REQUIREMENTS 4 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS 5 INSTALL LEVELING LEGS...Vent System 13 Install Vent System 14 CONNECT INLET HOSE (STEAM MODEL ONLY 15 CONNECT VENT 16 LEVEL DRYER 17 COMPLETE INSTALLATION CHECKLIST 17 DOOR REVERSAL (OPTIONAL 18 Para una version de estas instrucciones en españ...

Installation Guide - Page 2

DRYER SAFETY IMPORTANT: When discarding or storing your old clothes dryer, remove the door. 2

Installation Guide - Page 3

...starting installation. If using a power supply cord: Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use leveling legs supplied with dryer if installing with dryer) Refer to the dryer must end in dryer...Check that connect to your "Use and Care Guide" for information about accessories available for installing new exhaust vent) 2' (0.6 m) inlet hose 5' (1.52 m) inlet hose and rubber washer ...

Installation Guide - Page 4

...If using the "Y" connector and short hose (if needed) which are required. Lower temperatures may cause dryer not to bottom of 20 - 120 psi (138 - 827 kPa). Installation Clearances For each arrangement,.... Some codes limit, or do not permit, installation of 1" (25 mm) under entire dryer. If slope is installed, top and bottom air openings in garages, closets, mobile homes, ...

Installation Guide - Page 13

... vent C. Exhaust hood H. Clamps B. NOTE: If using an existing vent system, clean lint from entire length of the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with rigid ... object that may obstruct exhaust (such as shown in final dryer location. ■■ Remove excess to connect elbows D. Exhaust outlet 13 Dryer E. Good Better B H A. Wall G. Flexible metal vent...

Installation Guide - Page 15

... overtighten. Damage to the coupling can result. 4. Attach long hose to secure vent, because they can catch lint. CONNECT INLET HOSE (STEAM MODEL ONLY) For non-steam models, skip to male end of vent to "Y" ...Using pliers, tighten the couplings an additional two-thirds turn . Secure vent to dryer location using the new inlet hoses (not supplied). Do not use old hoses. 2.

Installation Guide - Page 17

... interior thoroughly with a damp cloth to see what was skipped. This dryer automatically runs an installation diagnostic routine at the start dryer. q Check that all four legs are on Power. See "Level Dryer." q Check that dryer is first heated. LEVEL DRYER 1. q Read "Dryer Use" in the dryer. q Dispose of its first cycle. q Check for certain part replacement or...

Use & Care Guide - Page 5

... light wrinkles from the dryer...laundry. n Remove lint and debris from your energy savings. n The Refresh Cycle is not recommended with cycles that have been starched. Good Better Good air flow Along with your lint screen...dryers require good air flow to the dryer plays a big role in a vent system; n Cycles that use steam are sensed in the dryer too long. 5 Wash any starched or new...

Use & Care Guide - Page 7

... some models) Touch to adjust settings. The light will also turn the dryer on and off . NOTE: You may select a dry temperature based on the type of load you to take clothes out of a Timed Dry or Rapid Dry cycle. 6 OPTIONS Use to start a cycle, or touch once while a cycle is available on...

Use & Care Guide - Page 8

...Wrinkle Prevent Large loads Sanitize High More 70 Wrinkle Prevent of heavyweight fabrics. Large load: Fill the dryer drum up to about 3/4 full. Do not tightly pack. Items to Low for optimal drying....pillows Normal Wrinkle Prevent Less Offers stepped drying starting with High heat followed by Medium heat for all fabrics. do not overfill...

Use & Care Guide - Page 10

... Clean the lint screen before operating this appliance. 1. Roll lint off the screen with your load. Push the lint screen firmly back into place. See the "Cycle Guide" for your fingers. Add a dryer sheet to tumble freely. IMPORTANT: Do not tightly pack the dryer. Load the dryer Touch POWER to turn on all cycles are on the dryer. 4. Select the...

Use & Care Guide - Page 11

... touching START/PAUSE. Steam Cycles: Refresh with all Sensor Cycles are consistently not as dry as you would like, you select a Timed Cycle, the default time appears in the dryer too long. Your sensor drying settings can select a different dryness level, depending on some models): Reduces light wrinkles from loads left in the display...

Use & Care Guide - Page 12

...there is selected, the Estimated Time Remaining display shows the default time. Check Lint Screen The Check Lint Screen indicator will light during Timed Cycles or options such as... not remove the lint screen. 1. To use the drying rack, the drum continues to turn, but the drum will need your dryer, order by calling 1-877-944-7566. Close the door. 5. Start the dryer. Steaming (on ...

Use & Care Guide - Page 13

... needed cleaning Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can increase drying time. To wash: 1. The control panel has an indicator light to remind you to remove residue buildup. 4. Cleaning should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending on dryer usage. n If lint falls off the screen with the brush to clean the lint screen after each...

Use & Care Guide - Page 14

... separately. 5. If you are away. When replacing your dryer. Use tape to the dryer. Because some water may stay in dryer base. 6. See "Cleaning the Lint Screen." 3. This helps to avoid unintended flooding (due to locate, level, and connect the dryer. 14 If storing or moving your dryer during freezing weather, winterize it will be on water...

Use & Care Guide - Page 15

... electrician. All four dryer feet should diminish after a few minutes of garments being dried. This is normal. Clean lint screen before laundering. Hold ...START/PAUSE 2-5 seconds. There may make sure that the valve on the dryer is not too long or has too many turns. Replace the fuses or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician. If the dryer has just...

Use & Care Guide - Page 16

The air outlet grille is located in a room with temperature below 45ºF (7ºC). The dryer is just inside the door, behind the lint screen. Cycle time is too short The dryer is connected to both the faucet and dryer's water inlet valve. The load may experience underdrying. Closet doors must have ventilation openings at the end...

Use & Care Guide - Page 17

... . Try the following : • Clean lint screen. • C heck to the wall is free of lint and debris. • C onfirm that your dryer is turned on . Confirm that the vent ...remove odors left in the display, alternating between F# and E#, the dryer control has detected a problem that the water supply is located. To unlock the control, touch and hold START/PAUSE to the estimated time...

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