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Question posted by arrr42 on August 3rd, 2011

Does Not Heat

Everything works just fine but no heat

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Owners Manual - Page 4

... be a T-handle type. ■ A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3 feet. QUICK START GUIDE/DRYER USE For a summary of how to use your dryer following installation instructions apply: ■ Installations and repairs must be performed by a qualified or licensed contractor, plumber, or gasfitter qualified or licensed by the State of Massachusetts...
Owners Manual - Page 5

... sections of fire, electric shock, or injury... drying without heat. Clean lint screen before operating this cycle to control time and temperature. Place laundry in dry items. See "Cycles" for optimal performance. Select a...SENSOR CYCLES Sensor Cycles automatically match the cycle setting to alert you when your dryer. Select WRINKLE PREVENT feature, if desired. 4. Select a Steam Cycle. ...
Owners Manual - Page 6

...heat...desired temperature is selected. NSF Protocol P154 Sanitization Performance of minutes remaining in the "Cycles" section)... the display shows the exact number of Residential clothes Dryers Sensor Cycle Settings Sensor Cycles Load Type Temperature Time*... knits, and synthetic fabrics. ■ Avoid drying heavy work clothes, sheets Regular 40 CASUAL Permanent press, synthetics Medium 35...
Owners Manual - Page 7

... Helps to stop the dryer and clear the settings. Manual Preset Cycle Settings Timed Cycles Load Type Temperature Time (Minutes) TIMED DRY High 40 Heavyweight items, bulky items, bedspreads, work clothes TOUCHUP (on fabric. 100% cotton garments with wrinkle-free finish may yield better results than those without heat such as it may...
Owners Manual - Page 10

... 90 Dry (no heat) Sneakers or canvas shoes Timed Air Only 90 Dry (no heat) *Reset time to shape and lay flat Dry on your washer and dryer? Do not use Sensor...load. 10 Optional Accessories Pedestals Are you planing to stack your PERFORMANCE SERIES dryer? You have the option of purchasing pedestals of washer/dryer backguards. You will need to avoid having loose items fall behind...
Owners Manual - Page 13

... to "Plan Vent System" in the Installation Instructions for small objects. Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and restart the dryer. Confirm the exterior vent exhaust hood is crushed or kinked. Electric dryers require 120-volt power supply and gas dryers require 240-volt power supply. Check with your vent system falls within the recommended run...
Owners Manual - Page 14

... located? Long venting will change the amount of the cycle? Use 4" (102 mm) diameter vent material. Level the dryer. If so, ventilate the area. The new heating element may not be contacting the sensor strips. Lint screen should be gone after the first cycle. 14 See "Installation Instructions." ■ Are fabric softener...
Installation Instructions - Page 1

...una versión de estas instrucciones en español, visite www.Whirlpool.com TABLE OF CONTENTS DRYER SAFETY 1 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 2 Tools and Parts 2 Optional Equipment 3 Location Requirements 3 ELECTRIC DRYER POWER HOOKUP 5 Electrical Requirements 5 Electrical Connection 6 VENTING 11 Venting Requirements 11 Plan Vent System 12 Install Vent System 13 INSTALL LEVELING LEGS...
Installation Instructions - Page 2

...here. ■ Flat-blade screwdriver ■ #2 Phillips screwdriver ■ Adjustable wrench that opens to the "Assistance or Service" section in your dryer. "Y" connector C. Short inlet hose D. See "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements" before starting installation. Long inlet hose E. Check that all parts are included. Read and follow the instructions provided...
Installation Instructions - Page 3

... 200 lbs (90.7 kg). The combined weight of 1" (25 mm) under entire dryer. Steam (Electric or Gas) A 38" (965 mm) B 32 9/16" (827 mm) C 27" (686 mm) D 52 9/16" (1335 mm) Non-Steam (Electric or Gas) 38" (965 mm) 31 1/2" (800 mm) 27" (686 mm) 51 1/2" (1308 mm) NOTE: Most installations require a minimum 5" (127 mm...
Installation Instructions - Page 4

... are not recommended for spacing of the door are required. Recessed or closet installation - Dryer only A B C* D E* Steam (Electric or Gas) Non-Steam (Electric or Gas) A 0" (0 mm) 0" (0 mm) B 38" (965 mm) 38" (965 mm) C* 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) D 27" (686 mm) 27" (686 mm) E* 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) *Required spacing NOTE: Some models are acceptable. ■...
Installation Instructions - Page 5

... for recessed or closet installation, with stacked washer and dryer The dimensions shown are for the recommended spacing. 48 in.2 * (310 cm2) 3"* (76 mm) 24 in.2 * (155 cm2) 3"* (76 mm) 1"* (25 mm) A* 1" 27" 1" (25 mm) (686 mm) (25 mm) Steam (Electric or Gas) Non-Steam (Electric or Gas) A* 5 ½" (140 mm) 5" (127 mm) *Required...
Installation Instructions - Page 6

... (14-30R) Then choose a 4-wire power supply cord with ring or spade terminals and UL listed strain relief. If your dryer, you will be either green or bare. Disconnect power before making electrical connections. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to an individual branch circuit. Disconnect Power. 6 Connect to center terminal...
Installation Instructions - Page 7

...fit with the dryer cabinet and be connected to remaining 2 terminals (gold). Style 2: Direct wire strain relief WARNING Fire Hazard Use 10 gauge solid copper wire. Securely tighten all electrical connections. Removable ...(silver). Ground wire (green or bare wire) must be in death, fire, or electrical shock. ■ Unscrew the removable conduit connector and any screws from a 3/4" (19...
Installation Instructions - Page 8

... Options If your type of electrical connection: 4-wire (recommended) 3-wire (if 4-wire is required for mobile homes and where local codes do not permit the connection of 3-wire connections. Ground prong D. CD E G A. 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-30R) B. 4-prong plug C. Spade terminals with the dryer cabinet and be Go to Section connecting...
Installation Instructions - Page 9

...block cover into a hook shape. (251"mm) A. You have 5 ft (1.52 m) of dryer rear panel. Cut 11/2" (38 mm) from end of the other wires to outer terminal ...wire F. Tighten strain relief screws. 6. B. Tighten screw. Direct wire cable must have completed your electrical connection. Dotted line shows position of the terminal block. Connect the other direct wire cable wires ...
Installation Instructions - Page 11

...performance. Center, silver-colored terminal block screw C. IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances. If using an existing vent system ■ Clean lint from your electrical...terminal block screw. 2. Connect neutral ground wire and the neutral wire (white or center wire) of dryer rear panel. Tighten screw. B A C D E F A. External ground conductor screw B. Neutral ...
Installation Instructions - Page 13

... ft (10.7 m) 29 ft (8.8 m) 4 Rigid metal 27 ft (8.2 m) 21 ft (6.4 m) Install Vent System 1. Exhaust systems longer than those specified will provide the straightest and most direct path outdoors. Connect vent to seal all joints. Do not use a large flat piece of the dryer. ■ Reduce performance, resulting in longer drying times and increased...
Installation Instructions - Page 15

...heating element is level. Dryer Operation Dryer will not run when this diagnostic code is still no line voltage condition): The drum will reduce product performance. Press and hold START to see which will turn, but you feel heat...9632; Dryer door is first heated. Check with a damp cloth to run ■ Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped? Electric dryers use...
Installation Instructions - Page 16

... Installation Instructions. ■ Is the exhaust vent diameter the correct size? Confirm the power cord is present. Refer to "Electrical Connection" for details. ■ Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and restart the dryer. Refer to "Plan Vent System" for details. If the message persists, have ventilation openings at the top and bottom of...

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