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Question posted by nikitanessa on July 25th, 2012

How Many Btu's Is This Dryer?

How btu's does this dryer use?

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Owners Manual - Page 2

... "WARNING." We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. This symbol alerts you to reduce the chance of others . DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of injury, and tell you and others are not followed. 2

Owners Manual - Page 3

...: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cooking oils in the vicinity of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the dryer. ■ Do not place items exposed to cause cancer. WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS: • Do not try to light any appliance...

Owners Manual - Page 4

... dryer for the occasional damp load that needs a little more than four 90° elbows in shrinkage, wrinkling, and static due to the dryer ...dryer shuts off when the load reaches the selected dryness. n Use no more drying time or when using the drying rack. 4 n Clear away items from the dryer...vent material with heat, dryers require good air flow to provide the most energy savings and enhanced...

Owners Manual - Page 5

Drying time and temperature will sound every 20 minutes until the desired volume (Loud, Soft, or off . 2 DRYER CYCLE Knob Use your Dryer Cycle Knob to select a cycle for the specified time on your laundry load. Gives the best drying in the load and air temperature and shuts off when the load reaches the selected...

Owners Manual - Page 6

... Details: Dries items to remove it. AUTOMATIC DRY - Depending on model, temperature may be used for that cycle. Depending on model, temperature may be used for foam, rubber, plastic, or heat-sensitive fabrics. Senses moisture in your dryer has multiple heat settings: A High heat setting may be selected on cycle knob or be...

Owners Manual - Page 7

... laundry in the dryer. Press POWER Press the POWER button to tumble freely. 3. Clean the lint screen 2. Pull the lint screen straight up. Push the lint screen firmly back into place. For additional cleaning information, see Dryer Care. clothes should be able to turn on the dryer. 7 Do not overload the dryer; USING YOUR DRYER 1. Load the dryer...

Owners Manual - Page 9

... Lint should be done by lint can build up . As needed cleaning Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can increase drying time. Cleaning the lint screen Every load cleaning The lint screen is completely dry. IMPORTANT: n Do not run the dryer with a damp cloth. 3. To wash: 1. Scrub lint screen with your fingers...

Owners Manual - Page 10

... hose from the back of the cover. Make sure leveling legs are at home. Use tape to secure dryer door. For direct-wired dryers: 1. Transport hose separately. 5. Use tape to secure dryer door. Changing the drum light (on vacation or not using the Cycle Status light (Wet, Damp, Cool Down LEDs) 1 Factory preset dryness level. 2 Slightly...

Owners Manual - Page 11

... openings at the top and bottom of the drum for 5-10 minutes. Replace both fuses or reset the circuit breaker. Electric dryers use . Load too large and heavy to tumble freely. Use 4" (102 mm) diameter vent material. Is a coin, button, or paper clip caught between the drum and front or rear of the...

Owners Manual - Page 12

... to finish before Cool Down may have an odor. Select a lower temperature, and use an automatic drying cycle. If loads are caused by dyes in the area where your garments. Dryer overloaded. Items removed before removing laundry from the dryer before each load. In Canada www.whirlpool.ca If you recently been painting, staining...

Dimension Guide - Page 1

... (6.1 m). Recessed area B. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to the cold water faucet using new inlet hoses. Exhaust venting: Exhaust your dryer to the action of vent Box/louvered, or Angled hoods 0 Rigid metal Installation Spacing 1 Rigid metal 120 ft. (36.6 m) 110 ft...

Installation Instructions - Page 2

...hazards that can happen if the instructions are very important. This is , tell you and others are not followed. DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others . Always read and obey all safety messages. These words mean: ...54 or the Canadian Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1. The dryer must conform with local codes, or in this manual and on your appliance.

Installation Instructions - Page 4

... SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When discarding or storing your old clothes dryer, remove the door. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ... or gasfitter qualified or licensed by the State of Massachusetts. � If using a ball valve, it shall be a T-handle type. � A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3 feet. Tools needed for all installations: Adjustable wrench that...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

... Requirements" before purchasing parts. Check code requirements. Some codes limit, or do not permit, installation of dryer. See "Electrical Requirements." ■■ A sturdy floor to your Use and Care Guide for information about accessories available for your dryer at the end of 200 lbs. (90.7 kg). Drying times can be extended. See "Venting...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

...confined area C. Installation clearances: The location must be large enough to allow the dryer door to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part ...opening side-swing door B. Most installations require a minimum 5½" (140 mm) clearance behind the dryer for mobile home installations. Wide opening hamper door Installation Spacing 18"* (457 mm) 14" max...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

... so can result in accordance with a cord having an equipmentgrounding conductor and a grounding plug. To avoid damaging floor, use an extension cord. Electric Dryer Power Hookup - Firmly grasp dryer body (not console panel) and gently lay dryer down on both sides of the equipment- It is your responsibility: ■■ To contact a qualified electrical...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

... your home. If this information does not agree with Natural Gas. Screw legs into leg holes by which your dryer. Gas shutoff valve Gas supply connection requirements There are some guidelines for use Gas dryers must conform with local codes, or in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54...

Installation Instructions - Page 9

... flexible stainless steel gas connector (Design Certified by the American Gas Association or CSA International) to connect your dryer to use LP gas, 3/8" LP compatible copper tubing can be used . Dryer gas pipe ■■ The gas pipe that resist the action of least resistance for electric current. rating shown on the model/serial...

Installation Instructions - Page 13

... trademark of vent to -flare adapter fitting A combination of pipe fittings must use duct tape, screws, or other fastening devices that vent is clean. Using a wrench to tighten, connect gas supply to exhaust hood 3. After dryer is used, be used to connect dryer to seal all connections by brushing on threads of LP gas. Connect vent...

Installation Instructions - Page 14

... your door is level. q Check that you feel heat, cancel cycle and close the door. If your Use and Care Guide. NOTE: Magnetized screw driver is open the dryer door and feel heat, turn the dryer off and check to back. Not Level LEVEL Not Level 2. Tighten and adjust leveling legs q Remove film...

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