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Question posted by morgenstern75 on November 10th, 2012

How Do You Change The Thermal Fuse?

How do you get to the thermal fuse on Whirpool WED5500x

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Dimension Guide - Page 1

...turn inside the dryer. Determine the number of the exhaust. Do not have a 90° turn to change without notice....WED5500X, WED5550X, WED5600X, WED5700X Electrical: This dryer requires a 3 or 4 wire, single phase, 120/240 volt, 60 Hz., AC only electrical supply (or 3 or 4 wire, 120/208 volt electrical supply, if specified on the serial/rating plate) on a separate 30-amp circuit, fused...

Installation Instructions - Page 2

... instructions. This symbol alerts you to reduce the chance of others . We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are very important.

Installation Instructions - Page 3

..." and "Venting Requirements" before starting installation. Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system hardware, available for proper exhaust installation. Check that opens to the dryer must end in dryer drum. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Parts supplied: Gather the required tools and parts before purchasing parts. The cord should contain: ■■...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

...power supply connection for mobile home installations. Large opening . Wide opening (such as the dryer exhaust opening side-swing door B. Minimum spacing for recessed area or closet installation The dimensions ... fuse or circuit breaker is available for the exhaust vent with vents *Additional spacing recommended 3"* (76 mm) Mobile home - Connect to support the total weight (dryer and...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

...If connecting by a white cover. When the neutral ground wire is manufactured ready to the dryer must end in a location where grounding through the neutral conductors. The ground wire (ground ...the neutral conductor. ■■ A 4-wire power supply connection must be used when the dryer is installed in ring terminals or spade terminals with upturned ends. ■■ A UL listed...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

... do so can result in leveling legs Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to connect the exhaust vent. Firmly grasp dryer body (not console panel) and gently lay dryer down on its final location. Screw in back or other injury. Leave enough room for leveling legs Examine leveling legs, find...

Installation Instructions - Page 9

... ground conductor screw (A). Spade terminals with hold -down screw. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with upturned ends E. 3/4" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief F. Ring terminals G. Connect ground wire A F Connect...

Installation Instructions - Page 10

... where local codes do not permit 3-wire connections. Reaching inside the terminal block opening (B). The strain relief should have 5 ft. (1.52 m) of extra length so dryer may be in a horizontal position. Attach direct wire strain relief 4-wire Direct Wire Connection IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for direct connection B (251"mm) C Unscrew...

Installation Instructions - Page 11

... wire (white or center wire) (C) of direct wire cable under center screw of extra length so dryer may be moved if needed. Shape wire ends into slot of terminal block cover into hooks. 4. ... from end of wire under outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right). Finally, reinsert tab of dryer rear panel. Connect wires to terminal block AF Connect ground wire (green or bare) (F) of ...

Installation Instructions - Page 16

... check the following : ■■ Controls are snug against the ground before tightening them. q Check dryer's final location. q Check that both fuses are now installed. q Read "Dryer Use" in place, remove corner posts and cardboard from under the dryer. Check that both circuit breakers have all packaging materials. Avoid crushing or kinking vent. After...

Owners Manual - Page 4

... the amount of vent possible. The venting system attached to the dryer plays a big role in shrinkage, wrinkling, and static due to efficiently dry laundry. each load. Use Timed Dry for final product check. n Remove lint from the dryer. n Clear away items from the exhaust hood. n Use no more drying time or when...

Owners Manual - Page 5

... Signal The Cycle Signal produces an audible sound when the drying cycle is not available on your laundry load. This is on fabric type, load size, and dryness setting. 3 START/PAUSE BUTTON ...Dry Signal will alert you want to remove lightweight items in process to help keep wrinkles from the dryer as soon as it . 4 OPTIONS AND SETTINGS Temp Select a drying temperature based on the control...

Owners Manual - Page 7

... screen with your fingers. Pull the lint screen straight up. Do not overload the dryer; Push the lint screen firmly back into place. Do not rinse or wash screen to tumble freely. 3. Place laundry in the dryer. Load the dryer Clean the lint screen before each load. clothes should be able to remove lint...

Owners Manual - Page 8

... all cycles. 7. Press START/PAUSE to begin cycle Press the START/PAUSE button to begin the cycle. 8. Remove garments promptly after cycle has completed to change the drying temperature from the default setting. Temp Press the TEMP button to reduce wrinkling. n The WRINKLE SHIELD™ feature is selected. If selected for...

Owners Manual - Page 9

... fingers. 2. Dry these items inside out to both sides of the dryer. Doing so can cause longer drying times for proper dryer operation. As needed cleaning Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can increase drying time. DRYER CARE Cleaning the dryer location Keep dryer area clear and free from items that contain loose dyes, such as...

Owners Manual - Page 10

...: The settings cannot be adjusted to adapt to adjust the default settings. 1. Plug in the hoses, freezing can be changed while the dryer is retained and will affect all your loads on = level 3. 3. This change the drying settings (on vacation or not using the Cycle Status light (Wet, Damp, Cool Down LEDs) 1 Factory...

Owners Manual - Page 11

... selected. Select the right cycle for the types of operation. Exhaust vent the correct length? Dryer will bounce, causing the dryer to vibrate. Household fuse is blown or circuit breaker has tripped. Unusual sounds Dryer have heat. If the dryer hasn't been used for awhile, there may not have ventilation openings at the top and...

Owners Manual - Page 12

...Changing the Automatic Cycle Default Settings. These cycles sense the temperature or the moisture level in a cycle. First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) to finish before removing laundry from the dryer... area, rewash and dry the clothing. Were laundry items removed from dryer. The load may not be cleaned before Cool...

Owners Manual - Page 13

...acts of God, improper installation, installation not in your major appliance, to replace or repair house fuses, or to correct house wiring or plumbing. 3. This major appliance is intended to be provided by...you also may not apply to you are excluded from warranty coverage. 4. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION LAUNDRY WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this major ...

Warranty - Page 1

...or cannot be provided by an authorized Whirlpool servicer is not available. 9. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION LAUNDRY WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance.... Write down the following information about your major appliance, to replace or repair house fuses, or to determine if another warranty applies. Pick up and delivery. Expenses for travel...

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