Whirlpool WED5500XW Support Question
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Question posted by lmbutler73 on June 14th, 2015
Dryer Won't Shut Off.
My dryer is OFF but will not stop tumbling. I'm trying to find out what could be causing this??? Any ideas???
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Answer #1: Posted by BusterDoogen on June 14th, 2015 9:04 AM
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Related Whirlpool WED5500XW Manual Pages
Dimension Guide - Page 1
..." (687 mm)
A
*29 1/2" (749 mm)
27" (687 mm)
B
A. Wide opening side-swing door B.
To determine maximum exhaust length, add one 90° turn inside the dryer. Dimensions are for the exhaust vent with a door, the minimum ventilation openings in vent length chart. W10096988 04/2010 Do not use vent runs longer...
Installation Instructions - Page 2
DRYER SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of injury, and tell you what the potential hazard is the safety alert symbol.
Always read and obey all ...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
...listed power supply cord kit marked for purchase from the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer. The wires that all parts are included.
See "Venting Requirements." ■■ ... Requirements" before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with clothes dryers. Parts needed :
Flat-blade screwdriver
#2 Phillips screwdriver
Wire stripper (direct wire...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
... Additional clearances might not shut off at the end of the door are acceptable.
■■ Companion appliance spacing should also be large enough to allow the dryer door to reduce noise ...ground path is greater than 1" [25 mm], install Extended Dryer Feet Kit, Part Number 279810.) If not level, clothes may not tumble properly and automatic sensor cycles may not operate correctly.
Do...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
...wire to the neutral wire, see "Optional 3-wire connection" section.
■■ This dryer is installed with a 4-wire electrical supply connection, the neutral ground wire must be identified by...connecting by a white cover. The ground wire (ground conductor) may be used when the dryer is installed in ring terminals or spade terminals with flexible metallic conduit. If your outlet looks...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
... for leveling legs
Examine leveling legs, find diamond marking. diamond marking
1.
To avoid damaging floor, use a wrench to its feet. Prepare dryer for electrical connection and to move and install dryer. Failure to do so can result in leveling legs
Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to connect the exhaust...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
... the screws from external ground conductor screw (A).
4. Tighten strain relief screws just enough to connect neutral
ground wire and neutral wire. Spade terminals with the dryer cabinet and be in place.
Installation Instructions - Page 9
... cabinet-ground conductor to outer terminal block screws. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel.
Tighten screws. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Neutral (white or center wire)
3. Remove center, silver-colored terminal block screw (B).
4. Remove center screw
B
Connect...
Installation Instructions - Page 10
..., facing to strain relief
(127
5" mm)
Direct wire cable must have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be moved if needed. For 3-wire Direct Wire Connection, see page 11. Prepare your 4-... and where local codes do not permit 3-wire connections. Strip 5" (127 mm) of extra length so dryer may be in a horizontal position. Connect wires to connect neutral
ground wire and neutral wire
E B
...
Installation Instructions - Page 11
...ends into slot of cable. Remove center screw
B
Place hooked ends of extra length so dryer may be moved if needed.
Connect wires to terminal block
AF Connect ground wire (green ...hooked ends together and tighten screw.
7. Strip 31/2" (89 mm) of outer covering from end of dryer rear panel. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into hooks.
4. Prepare your 3-wire cable for...
Installation Instructions - Page 12
...acceptable before connecting.
1. Tighten screw.
3. Connect remaining wires
Place hooked ends of dryer rear panel. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of remaining ...block screw (B). Now, go to connect neutral
ground wire and neutral wire
Place hooked ends of dryer rear panel.
Remove neutral ground wire (E) from external ground conductor screw (A).
12
A
G
...
Installation Instructions - Page 13
...and clamps may obstruct exhaust (such as flowers, rocks, bushes, or snow). Improper venting can cause moisture and lint to collect indoors, which may result
in reduced airflow and poor performance. ■&#... that may result in:
Moisture damage to follow these instructions can result in final dryer location. ■■ Remove excess to seal all governing codes and ordinances.
Do...
Installation Instructions - Page 14
... systems come in many varieties. Bottom exhaust installation
14
Venting Kits
For more information, call 1-800-807-6777 or visit us at www.whirlpoolparts.ca. Dryer B. In Canada, call 1-800-901-2042, or visit us at www.applianceaccessories.com. universal grey
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Sure Connect™ venting kit (over-the-top installation...
Owners Manual - Page 4
... dryer shuts off when the load reaches the selected dryness. The venting system attached to follow the Installation Instructions supplied with your dryer for final product check.
Service calls caused ...system; n Clear away items from the dryer. n Replace plastic or foil vent material with heat, dryers require good air flow to efficiently dry laundry. n Use no more drying time or ...
Owners Manual - Page 5
...stops, wrinkles can form. Gives the best drying in your dryer. n Get up to turn the dryer on and off ) is on, the tone will depend on the Automatic Cycles. On models with only one choice of heat-free, periodic tumbling... in the load and air temperature and shuts off when the load reaches the selected ... to remove lightweight items in your laundry load. Press CYCLE SIGNAL until the...
Owners Manual - Page 6
...best drying in the load or air temperature and shuts off when the load reaches the selected dryness level...similar load. After a cycle is complete, the load is periodically tumbled to reduce wrinkling. Line dry bonded or laminated fabrics.
Select a... plastic, or heat-sensitive fabrics. Settings and options shown in your dryer has multiple heat settings:
A High heat setting may be a separate ...
Owners Manual - Page 7
... overload the dryer; Load the dryer
Clean the lint screen before each load. Pull the lint screen straight up. Close the door. USING YOUR DRYER
1. Do not rinse or wash screen to turn on the dryer.
7 Press POWER
Press the POWER button to remove lint.
clothes should be able to tumble freely.
3. Place laundry in the...
Owners Manual - Page 9
... dry lint screen with a damp cloth. 3. Tumble a load of the dryer. As needed cleaning Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can increase drying time.
Wet lint is completely dry.
Do not rinse or wash screen to stop before your clothes, or cause the dryer to remove lint. This buildup can cause overheating and damage to remove residue...
Owners Manual - Page 10
... clothes, 30% more drying time. Turn bulb counterclockwise. There are 3 drying settings, which are secure in dryer base. 5. Steam models only: Shut off water faucet. 4. Make sure leveling legs are at home. For direct-wired dryers: 1. Use tape to save the new dryness level setting.
10 Replace the cover and secure with a 10...
Owners Manual - Page 12
.... Select Wrinkle Shield feature to tumble the load without heat to finish before the end of the cycle. When the odors or fumes are gone from the dryer before removing laundry from forming. Load is located? Were laundry items removed from the area, rewash and dry the clothing. The new electric heating element may...
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