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Question posted by Rwmcre on July 18th, 2014
Lew0050pq Won't Heat
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Use and Care Guide - Page 1
®
240-VOLT ELECTRIC DRYER
Use & Care Guide
For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-1301.
or visit our website at...www.whirlpool.com
Table of Contents 2
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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
...
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to catch fire. s Clean lint screen before using the dryer, follow instructions.
s Do not allow children ...to eliminate static unless recommended by qualified service personnel. s Do not use heat to the drying compartment.
This...
Use and Care Guide - Page 4
... may order a pedestal separately for Model Number LAB0050PQ.
†®TORX is a registered trademark of 115 lbs (52 kg).
See "Electrical Requirements." s A sturdy floor to support the dryer weight (dryer and load) of Textron Innovations Inc.
4 Optional pedestal
To order, call the dealer from whom you will need to the "Assistance or Service...
Use and Care Guide - Page 5
...cm)
23 59.37 cm)
*Most installations require a minimum 5½" (14.0 cm) clearance behind the dryer for ease of
installation and servicing. s Additional spacing should be made in .2 (155 cm2)
0" (0 ... closet installation - Mobile home installations require:
s Metal exhaust system hardware, which is recommended.
Dryer only
0" (0 cm)
33¹⁄₄" min. (84.45 cm)
0" (0 cm...
Use and Care Guide - Page 6
... with flexible metallic conduit. The neutral ground wire is permanently connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead on the dryer. If the dryer is adequate and in conformance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70-latest edition and all local codes and ordinances.
If connecting by a qualified electrician. s At least 5 ft...
Use and Care Guide - Page 7
.... s Exhaust vent must not be in reduced airflow and poor performance.
IMPORTANT: Observe all joints. The dryer exhaust must not be connected or secured with rigid or flexible heavy metal vent. Do not use a metal...in its final location. s Flexible metal vent must be fully extended and supported
when the dryer is acceptable.
4" (10.2 cm)
2½" (6.4 cm)
s An exhaust hood should ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 8
... or center wire) to center terminal (silver).
Failure to green ground connector. Unscrew the strain relief from the strain relief.
5.
Power Supply Cord
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Electrical Connection
Direct Wire
WARNING
WARNING
Fire Hazard
Use a new UL listed 30 amp power supply cord. Ground wire (green or bare wire) must be connected...
Use and Care Guide - Page 9
...)
3-wire (if 4-wire is not available)
Electrical Connection Options
If your home has:
And you will be moved if needed. Strain relief C. Neutral prong E.
Tighten screw.
3. Connect the other wires to :
4-wire receptacle (NEMA Type 14-30R)
A UL listed, 120/240-volt minimum, 30-amp, dryer power supply cord
4-wire connection: Power...
Use and Care Guide - Page 10
.... Strip 3¹⁄₂" (8.9 cm) of outer covering from end of extra length so dryer can be removed to make the connection.) Tighten screw. 4. Remove this wire. Tighten screw. Spade...screw C. Ring terminals
1. Tighten screw.
Replace the terminal block cover on the back of the dryer. 5. When connecting to the terminal block, place the hooked end of the wire under the ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 11
...right).
A close clearance alternate installation is shown below. Refer to a noncombustible portion of the dryer.
Select the type best for purchase.
Fire Hazard Use a heavy metal vent. A
Over... available for your exhaust installation type
Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the mobile home structure and must not terminate beneath ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 12
...specified in the Vent system chart. Leave enough room to use the fewest number of the dryer.
Vent coupler D. Determine vent path
s Select the route that extend into its final location... Do not crush or kink vent.
12 s Bend vent gradually to the exhaust hood with the dryer, connect the exhaust vent to existing vent, make sure the vent is placed inside exhaust hood....
Use and Care Guide - Page 13
...dryer's final location. Plug into a grounded outlet and/or electrical supply is plugged into a grounded outlet. Wipe the dryer drum interior thoroughly with a damp cloth to adjust the legs up the dryer using a wood block. s Dryer...or down and check again for levelness. Set the dryer on a full heat cycle (not an air cycle) for heat.
When the dryer has been running or "On" position. Make ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 14
... liquid fabric softener in this appliance. Allow space for the type of fire, electric shock, or injury to tumble freely.
3. After the beep sounds, press the START button. Fire Hazard
No washer can result in this dryer. Before using your dryer at any type of load being dried. After the beep sounds, press...
Use and Care Guide - Page 15
...clothes as cotton/polyester blend, rayon, acetate, washable silk or nylon.
Your dryer tumbles the load without heat during the last few minutes of lighter fabrics, leading to reduce wrinkling. This ...they are using the Auto Moisture Sensing Cycle, two metal strips (sensors) located on the dryer baffles determine the dryness of water left in , the temperature setting is Normal. s If ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 16
... door.
16 Open the door and pull the lint screen straight up to 60 minutes of heated drying time or to complete drying if items are not removed promptly at least 18 inches (... silk and nylon
40
Low
End of combustion and ventilation air. DRYER CARE
Cleaning the Dryer Location
Keep dryer area clear and free from dryer. Anti-Wrinkle tumbles the load every minute until the cycle knob ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 17
... or electrical shock.
1. NOTE: Do not use only a warm, damp cloth. For direct-wired dryers:
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before your clothes, or cause the dryer to secure dryer door.... screen. Make sure leveling legs are secure in
dryer.
Roll lint off the screen.
Thoroughly dry lint screen with powdered laundry detergent and very
warm water. 2. Doing so ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 18
...
s Was the Start button firmly pressed? The belt may be turning, but the drum isn't turning? Electric dryers use a plastic vent. If the problem continues, call an electrician. s Is a coin, button or ...or that the exhaust vent is too hot
NOTE: The compact dryer operates at a lower wattage. Check that both circuit breakers have heat. s Is the exhaust vent diameter the correct size? s ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 19
...phone number in death, explosion, or fire. When the odors or fumes are gone from dryer.
See "Installation Instructions." Failure to do so can result in your area, you recently been...in your correspondence.
19 The new electric heating element may save you can result in clothing (usually blue jeans). s Is the dryer located in your dryer is recommended for a garage installation....
Use and Care Guide - Page 20
Damage resulting from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, fire, flood, acts of God, improper installation, installation not in accordance with electrical or plumbing codes, or use of products not approved by calling Whirlpool. Expenses for travel and transportation for in remote locations.
10. LIMITATION OF REMEDIES
...
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