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Question posted by anachest on April 10th, 2019

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Answer #1: Posted by Odin on April 10th, 2019 6:25 AM

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Owners Manual - Page 2

DRYER SAFETY 2

Owners Manual - Page 4

...The venting system attached to efficiently dry laundry. With Timed Dry, the dryer runs the amount of vent possible. Good Better n Remove lint and debris from the dryer. When cleaning is complete, be paid ...fabric care from the exhaust hood. This sensing occurs throughout the drying cycle and the dryer shuts off when the load reaches the selected dryness. n Use the shortest length of...

Owners Manual - Page 5

... for use with only one choice of heatfree, periodic tumbling at the end of the cycle the dryer is in a mixed load to select available cycles on the fabrics in your laundry load. Will run the dryer for your load. Press CYCLE SIGNAL until the clothes are unable to help keep wrinkles from...

Owners Manual - Page 6

... on model, temperature may be a separate control. MANUAL CYCLES Not all models. Will run the dryer for a load, select the lower setting rather than the higher setting. If you dry a similar... type, load size, and dryness setting. AUTOMATIC CYCLES Not all models. Senses moisture in your dryer has multiple heat settings: A High heat setting may be used for various loads, refer to ...

Owners Manual - Page 7

Place laundry in the dryer. Do not overload the dryer; clothes should be able to turn on the dryer. 7 Close the door. Press POWER Press the POWER button ... screen to remove lint. Clean the lint screen 2. For additional cleaning information, see Dryer Care. USING YOUR DRYER 1. Load the dryer Clean the lint screen before each load. Pull the lint screen straight up. Push the...

Owners Manual - Page 8

...with Automatic Cycles only) You can select a different dryness level, depending on the light inside the dryer drum. Temp (for automatic drying. Selecting More, Normal, or Less automatically adjusts the dryness level...time. Drying time varies based on a hanger to turn ON or OFF at which the dryer will change by 5-minute intervals. For some models) Select Drum Light to "OFF." Press ...

Owners Manual - Page 9

... by a qualified servicer. Doing so can increase drying time. See "Venting Requirements." This includes clearing piles of laundry in the dryer. Cleaning the dryer interior To clean dryer drum 1. Dry these items inside out to your dryer and will not stain future loads of clean cloths or towels to remove lint. This buildup can build...

Owners Manual - Page 10

... are consistently not as dry as you would like, you are secure in dryer base. 6. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. Steam models only: Shut off water faucet. 4. Locate... the hose. See "Cleaning the Lint Screen." Disconnect wiring. 3. Open the dryer door. Turn bulb counterclockwise. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. Steam models only: Disconnect the water inlet hose from...

Owners Manual - Page 11

... the exhaust vent is the valve open . Closet doors must have heat. Electric dryers use 2 household fuses or circuit breakers. If you may be a thumping sound during... the dryer. http://www.whirlpool.com/help - Check the front and rear edges of the dryer. Dryer will increase drying times. Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. TROUBLESHOOTING First ...

Owners Manual - Page 12

... it easier to restart the dryer. If a code beginning with water and heat....TROUBLESHOOTING cont. Automatic cycle ending early. Call for the first time. Lint on load or drum Dryer fabric softener not properly used. Add dryer...laundry items removed from dryer. The new electric heating element may have an odor. These will not transfer to finish before removing laundry from the dryer...

Owners Manual - Page 13

...SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR AS PROVIDED HEREIN. You can be easily determined. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION LAUNDRY WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this major ... and you need repair service, first see the "Troubleshooting" section of purchase or installation date for in accordance with electrical or plumbing codes, or use or when it was purchased. Service ...

Warranty - Page 1

...God, improper installation, installation not in accordance with electrical or plumbing codes, or use your major appliance, to replace or repair house fuses... will pay for in-warranty service. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION LAUNDRY WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date... instruct you ever need repair service, first see the "Troubleshooting" section of the Use & Care Guide. This warranty ...

Dimension Guide - Page 1

... ft. (11.6 m) 3 Rigid metal 35 ft. (10.7 m) 29 ft. (8.8 m) 4 Rigid metal 27 ft. (8.2 m) 21 ft. (6.4 m) OVERALL DIMENSIONS 29" Wide Model Dryer dimensions For closet installation, with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1. Dimensions are acceptable. gas. For lengths over 20 ft (6.1 m), larger tubing should be converted to L.P. Water (Steam models only...

Installation Instructions - Page 2

....1/NFPA 54 or the Canadian Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1. The dryer must conform with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 or Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1. 2 We have provided many important safety messages in the absence of local codes, with local codes, or in this manual and on your appliance. Always...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

... stored in garages, closets, mobile homes, or sleeping quarters. See "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements" before purchasing parts. Some codes limit, or do not permit, installing dryer in dryer drum. Parts needed: Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply and venting. The combined weight of 200 lbs. (90.7 kg). Optional Equipment: (Not supplied with...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

... with a qualified electrician or service representative or personnel if you use Power Supply Cord Replacement Part Number 8579325. Check with all local codes. Prepare dryer for electric current. A copy of dryer's final location. The plug must be sure that you are in doubt as to be plugged into a standard 14-30R wall receptacle...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

... the serving gas supplier. Screw legs into leg holes by CSA International for LP (propane or butane) gases with local codes, or in the door well of the dryer. Now stand the dryer on the rating plate in the absence of a qualified person include: licensed heating personnel, authorized gas company personnel, and authorized...

Installation Instructions - Page 9

... 2 (Alternate Method) Approved aluminum or copper tubing: ■■ Lengths over 20 ft. (6.1 m) can use 3/8" approved tubing (if codes and gas supplier permit). ■■ If you are not required when the dryer is required for each 1,000 ft. (305 m) increase in death, fire, or electrical shock. 1¼" (32 mm) ■■...

Installation Instructions - Page 10

...Requirements WARNING VENTING Exhaust hoods: ■■ Must be at least 12" (305 mm) from entire length of fire, this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. IMPORTANT: Observe all joints. ■■ Exhaust vent must not be connected into interior of a ...damage to seal all governing codes and ordinances. Dryer exhaust must not be used . ■■ Do not use duct tape.

Installation Instructions - Page 20

... and check that door strike aligns with door catch. Tighten screws halfway. Tighten screws. Troubleshooting See the Use and Care Guide or visit our website and reference Frequently Asked Questions to possibly avoid the cost of dryer cabinet. Insert and tighten top screws in hinge holes on left or right within slot...

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