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Question posted by lskj on August 5th, 2014
How To Fix A Dryer That Won't Start Whirlpool Lew0050pq
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Use and Care Guide - Page 1
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Table of Contents 2
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240-VOLT ELECTRIC DRYER
Use & Care Guide
For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-1301.
Use and Care Guide - Page 2
... 3
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 4 Tools and Parts 4 Options 4 Location Requirements 4 Electrical Requirements 6 Venting Requirements 7
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 8 Electrical Connection 8 Plan Vent System 11 Install Vent System 12 Connect Vent 12 Level Dryer 13 Complete Installation 13
DRYER USE 14 Starting Your Dryer 14 Stopping and Restarting 14 Changing Cycles and Temperatures 14...
Use and Care Guide - Page 3
...you and others are not followed.
s Do not repair or replace any part of fire, electric shock, or injury to the drying compartment. s Keep area around the exhaust opening and ...safety messages.
We have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in the dryer.
s The interior of the dryer and exhaust vent should be exposed to dry articles containing foam rubber or similarly ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 4
..., or fire. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Tools and Parts
Tools needed Check local codes, existing electrical supply and venting, and see "Venting Requirements" and "Electrical Requirements" before starting installation. Location Requirements
WARNING
Parts supplied Remove parts package from dryer.
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from the...
Use and Care Guide - Page 5
... clearance; Installation Clearances
The location must be made in mobile homes to introduce outside air into the dryer. Dryer only
14" (35.6 cm)
18"(45.7 cm)
48 in.2 (310 cm2)
3" (7.6 ...Safety, Title 245, HUD Part 280). Closet door with equivalent ventilation opening (such as the dryer exhaust opening.
5 To purchase a Stack Kit, see "Assistance or Service." Custom undercounter ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 6
... of the equipment- s At least 5 ft (1.52 m) long. grounding conductor can be either green or bare. Connect to the neutral conductor (white wire) within the dryer. Electrical Connection To properly install your outlet looks like this :
3-wire receptacle (10-30R)
Then choose a 3-wire power supply cord with the circuit conductors and connected...
Use and Care Guide - Page 7
... result in enclosed walls, ceilings or floors.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of the exhaust (such as flowers, rocks or bushes, snow line, etc.). The dryer exhaust must be connected into the interior of the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with lint.
If using an existing vent...
Use and Care Guide - Page 8
... remaining 2 terminals (gold). Connect remaining 2 supply wires to center terminal (silver). Use a UL listed strain relief. UL listed strain relief B.
B
D
A. Power Supply Cord
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Electrical Connection
Direct Wire
WARNING
WARNING
Fire Hazard
Use a new UL listed 30 amp power supply cord.
Center, terminal block screw D. Power cord
8 Use a UL listed...
Use and Care Guide - Page 9
...Electrical Connection Options
If your home has:
And you will be moved if needed. Neutral wire (white or center wire) B. Replace the terminal block cover on the back of power supply cord
4. Neutral prong E.
Tighten screw.
3. C B
D A
A. Ground wire (green or bare) of the dryer... UL listed, 120/240-volt minimum, 30-amp, dryer power supply cord
3-wire connection: Power supply cord
...
Use and Care Guide - Page 10
... neutral wire. When connecting to outer terminal block screws. Locate the neutral ground wire inside the dryer cabinet, behind the external ground conductor screw. Remove neutral ground wire.
2. C
EF
A. ... wire) B. Center terminal block screw C. Place the hooked ends of extra length so dryer can be removed to make the connection.) Tighten screw. 4. Tighten screws.
Ground prong ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 11
... a plastic vent. For ordering information see "Assistance or Service." Elbow
11 Place the hooked end of the neutral wire (white or center wire) of the dryer. 5. Tighten screw.
3. Squeeze hooked ends together. Neutral wire (white or center wire) B. Replace the terminal block cover on the back of power supply cable under...
Use and Care Guide - Page 12
... hood with a 4" (10.2 cm) vent clamp.
6. Place cardboard under the entire bottom of the dryer. See illustration below. A B CDE
A. Vent clamp E. Rigid or flexible metal vent
If connecting to ...performance, resulting in "Plan Vent System." To protect the floor, use the fewest number of the dryer.
5.
Do not use . Leave enough room to seal exterior wall opening around exhaust hood.
2....
Use and Care Guide - Page 13
... and feel heat, cancel cycle and close the door. When the dryer has been running or "On" position.
s Start button has been pushed firmly. Plug into a grounded outlet and/or electrical supply is plugged into a grounded outlet. The odor will not start the dryer.
This odor is common when the heating element is first heated...
Use and Care Guide - Page 14
... knob to follow these instructions can result in death or fire. DRYER USE
WARNING
Starting Your Dryer
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline,...the START button.
Changing Cycles and Temperatures
To change the temperature
(if desired). 3. Open the dryer door. 2. Turn the cycle knob to the recommended setting for the type of fire, electric shock...
Use and Care Guide - Page 15
... or laminated fabrics. As clothes begin to the care label directions.
NOTE: Always refer to the care label on the dryer baffles determine the dryness of up to indicate the cycle has started . Normal The Normal temperature setting is drier than you like, select a setting closer to reduce wrinkling. Cycle and temperature...
Use and Care Guide - Page 16
.... A screen blocked by lint can result in the door opening of Cycle Signal
The dryer sounds a signal to get up . Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such ...Wrinkle helps smooth out wrinkles that require a short drying time. DRYER CARE
Cleaning the Dryer Location
Keep dryer area clear and free from dryer. WARNING
Cleaning the Lint Screen
Every load cleaning The lint ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 17
... a clean towel. Wipe drum thoroughly with your dryer only when you are secure in death or electrical shock.
1. From the Exhaust Vent Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending on dryer usage. Clean lint screen. See "Cleaning the Lint Screen." As needed cleaning Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can result...
Use and Care Guide - Page 18
... before laundering. Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply.
s Is the indicator light glowing?
Electric dryers use a plastic vent. The drum may be broken. Unusual sounds
s Has the dryer had a period...dryer? There may not have not tripped. s Is the correct power supply available? s Was the Start button firmly pressed? The belt may vibrate if not properly installed.
The dryer...
Use and Care Guide - Page 19
... service call us to better respond to Whirlpool Corporation with : s Features and specifications on load
s Is the lint screen clogged? The new electric heating element may not be contacting the sensor... parts.
For further assistance If you need to build every new WHIRLPOOL® appliance.
s Is the dryer being used to order replacement parts, we recommend that can also look...
Use and Care Guide - Page 20
... and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation or Whirlpool Canada LP (hereafter "Whirlpool") will need to refrigerator or freezer product failures.
6. Those consumable parts... or water filters. You can be repaired in accordance with electrical or plumbing codes, or use of purchase or installation date for future reference. ...
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