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Question posted by lok4antom on December 19th, 2019

Does Not Start When I Push The Start Button

The dryer does not start when I push the start button. I changed the start switch and the dryer still does not start. It has light. It sounded fine until this happened. Not sure what else it could be, please help.Dave

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Answer #1: Posted by Odin on December 19th, 2019 6:05 PM
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Owners Manual - Page 2

DRYER SAFETY 2
Owners Manual - Page 4

... AIR FLOW Maintain good air flow by the warranty and will be sure to follow the "Installation Instructions" supplied with your dryer for the occasional damp load that needs a little more than four 90... Use the ACCUDRY™/Automatic Dry cycles to efficiently dry laundry. n Replace plastic or foil vent material with heat, dryers require good air flow to provide the most energy savings ...
Owners Manual - Page 5

...select for the specified time on the fabrics in your laundry load. ACCUDRY™/AUTOMATIC DRY Senses moisture in the ... the knob to help keep wrinkles from the dryer as soon as it stops, wrinkles can form. Press the PUSH to START knob to select ...start the dryer. NOTE: When the Wrinkle Shield™ setting is selected and the End of Cycle Signal produces an audible sound ...
Owners Manual - Page 6

...to dry large or heavy loads. Select a drying temperature based on the fabrics in the dryer too long. TIMED DRY CYCLES Not all cycles and settings are available on all models....optimal energy savings. If loads seem drier than the higher setting. CYCLE GUIDE - Will run the dryer for that do not seem as dry as sheets, blouses, dresses, underwear, permanent press fabrics, ...
Owners Manual - Page 7

...drop down doors. USING YOUR DRYER WARNING: To reduce the risk of its holder. Load the dryer Clean the lint screen before operating this dryer. For additional cleaning information, see "Dryer Care". Place laundry in the dryer. Roll lint off the screen ... to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before each load. Push the lint screen firmly back into place. Do not tightly pack the...
Owners Manual - Page 8

... of Cycle SOignnal PUSH TO START Push and hold the PUSH to START knob to change the drying temperature setting. NOTE: Not all options and settings are removed, or the Wrinkle Shield™ setting ends. 6. Press PUSH to START to begin cycle End O of the cycle reduces wrinkling. Promptly removing clothes at which the dryer will sound every 5 minutes until...
Owners Manual - Page 9

... water. 5. As needed cleaning Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can cause overheating and damage to remove lint. The screen is in the dryer. To wash: 1. Roll lint...A screen blocked by a qualified servicer. Pull the lint screen out of the dryer. Push the lint screen firmly back into the dryer during removal, check the exhaust hood and remove the lint. n If lint ...
Owners Manual - Page 10

...-head screw driver, remove the screw located in the lower right-hand corner of the dryer. Replace the bulb with the screw. 4. Unplug or disconnect power to secure dryer door. Changing the drum light (on vacation or not using your dryer only when you should: 1. Replace the cover and secure with a 10-watt appliance bulb...
Owners Manual - Page 11

... and side to START knob not pressed firmly or held long enough. Wrong type of dryer cycles requires temperatures above 45ºF (7ºC). Hold your hand under the outside exhaust hood clogged with temperature below 45ºF (7ºC)? Check with a qualified electrician. 11 Unusual sounds Dryer had a period of the dryer? Is a coin, button, or paper...
Owners Manual - Page 12

...reduce wrinkles from forming. http://www.whirlpool.com/help - Level the dryer. Loads are gone from dryer. Load is located? Were laundry items removed from dryer at the beginning of the cycle. Items ...The load may have an odor. Increasing or decreasing the Dry Level setting will change the amount of the cycle. These will be contacting the sensor strips. This ...
Owners Manual - Page 13

... CORPORATION LAUNDRY WARRANTY ... you also may not apply to resolve the problem after checking "Troubleshooting," additional help you obtain assistance or service if you also may not apply to published user or...Whirlpool within 30 days from unauthorized modifications made to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters or water filters. Repairs to parts or systems resulting from ...
Dimension Guide - Page 1

...turn inside the dryer. Large opening side-swing door D. Plan the installation to the total number of elbows and turns. Exhaust hood must be connected to change without notice. ...Large opening hamper door Minimum Required Spacing 18"* (457 mm) 14" max.* (356 mm) 48 in.2* (310 cm )2 3"* (76 mm) 24 in the top and bottom of elbows you will help...
Installation Instructions - Page 2

... tools and parts before starting installation. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. All safety messages will tell you what can be killed or seriously injured if you what the potential hazard is the safety alert symbol. WARNING You can happen if the instructions are...
Installation Instructions - Page 3

... cord, a grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft. (610 mm) of either side of dryer. Check code requirements. For further information, please reference the "Assistance or Service" section of an... all models): Leveling legs (4) Parts package is greater than 1" [25 mm], install Extended Dryer Feet Kit, Part Number 279810.) If not level, clothes may not tumble properly and automatic ...
Installation Instructions - Page 4

... screw (green screw), and secured under the neutral terminal (center or white wire) of the terminal block. Electrical Connection To properly install your dryer, you will be sure that the ground path is adequate. When the neutral ground wire is secured under the neutral terminal (center or white wire) of the terminal...
Installation Instructions - Page 5

... the exhaust vent. 5 Leave enough room for electrical connection and to move and install dryer. place under entire back edge of NEMA Type 10-30R. Screw in ring terminals or...choose a 3-wire power supply cord with upturned ends. ■■ A UL listed strain relief. Slide the dryer until diamond marking is close to its feet. The cord should contain: ■■ A UL listed 30...
Installation Instructions - Page 6

...): Go to steps 1-2 on page 9 for direct wire strain relief: then steps 3-8 for 3-wire Direct Wire Connection section. Remove terminal block cover BC D A E F Before you start, disconnect power. External ground conductor screw C. Disconnect power before making electrical connections. Then go to steps 1-2 on page 6 for power supply cord strain relief: then...
Installation Instructions - Page 7

... (C) of 3-wire connections. E Remove center, silver-colored terminal block screw (B). Spade terminals with the dryer cabinet and be in place. Attach power supply cord A to connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire... a horizontal position. Power Supply Cord Connection Power supply cord strain relief 1. Be sure that one tab is pointing up (A) and the other is required for mobile homes...
Installation Instructions - Page 8

... B Connect remaining wires to outer terminal block screws. 5. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Tighten screw. 5. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Connect remaining wires 3-wire Power Supply Cord Connection Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground...
Installation Instructions - Page 15

... intact and tight, or circuit breaker has not tripped. ■■ Dryer door is closed. †®TEFLON is plugged into an outlet. See "Level Dryer". q Read "Dryer Use" in a running or "On" position. ■■ Start button has been pushed firmly. ■■ Dryer is a registered trademark of /recycle all four legs are set in your...

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