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Use 1 ; C are
Electric
and
Gas Dryers
A Note to You ............ 2
Dryer Safety .......... 3-4
Parts and Features ... 5
Checking Your Vent ... 6
Operating Your
Dryer .........................
8
Caring for Your
Dryer .......................
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Requesting
Assistance
or Service ................
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Index .......................
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Warranty
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Use 1 ; C are Electric Gas Dryers A Note to You .... 2 Dryer Safety ..3-4 Parts and Features ... 5 Checking Your Vent ... 6 Operating Your Dryer ......Caring for Your Dryer ....... Troubleshooting ..19 Requesting Assistance or Service .... - Page 2 ® appliance. Because your life is getting busier and more complicated, WHIRLPOOL dryers are easy to use, save time, and help you manage your home better. To ensure that you enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It is full of valuable information about how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely.
- Page 3 DIWERSAF Your s afety isimportant tous. This symbol alerts you to hazards such as fire, electrical shock, or This guide contains safety statements under other injuries. warning symbols. Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explanation of the symbol.
- Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the dryer, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Read all instructions before using • Do not repair or replace any part of the the dryer.
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Page 5: Parts And Features
PARTS AND F EAIURES The parts and features of your dryer are illustrated on this page. Become familiar with all parts and features before using your dryer. Page references are included next to some features. Refer to those pages for more information about the features. -
Page 6: Checking Your Vent
CHECKING YOURVENT Your dryer must be propedy installed and vented to achieve maximum drying efficiency shorten drying times. Install your dryer in a well-ventilated room where the temperature is always above 45°F (7°C). Also make sure that your dryer is leveled. Refer to your Installation Instructions for more information. - Page 7 VENTING (com.) 4, Use the straightest path possible when routing 6, Clean exhaust vent periodically, depending on use, the exhaust vent. Avoid but at least every 2 years, 90 ° turns, if possible. or when installing your Allow room when using dryer in a new location.
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Page 8: Dryer
OPEWNG¥OUR DRYER To get the best dryer results possible, you must use your dryer correctly. This section tells you how to use your dryer properly and efficiently. STARTING YOUR D RYER If your dryer has a Temperature selector, set it to the recommended setting for the type of fabric being dried. - Page 9 STARING Y OUR D RYER (CONT.) Stoppin S, a nd restartin_ y our d ryer You can stop your dryer anytime during a cycle. To stop your dryer: Open the dryer door or turn the Cycle Control Knob to Off. NOTE: The Cycle Control Knob should point to an Off area when the dryer is not in use, To restart your dryer:...
- Page 10 CYCLE DESCRIPtiONS Automatic cycle(s) Timed c ycle(s) Use an Automatic cycle to dry most loads. Use a Timed drying cycle to complete drying if some Depending on your items are damp after the model, the Automatic Automatic cycle. A Timed cycle uses either an drying cycle is also electronic or automatic...
- Page 11 CVCLE DI WP1101 (com.) FINISH G UARD ®feature Damp Dry feature (on some models) (onsome m odels) Use the Damp Dry feature in the Timed cycle to dry When you are unable to remove a load from the dryer items to damp level or as soon as it stops, wrinkles can form.
- Page 12 FLUFF AIR CYCLE The chart below includes examples of items that require drying without heat. Use the Fluff Air cycle, or place the items on a line or rack to air dry. • Line dry bonded or laminated fabrics. • Always follow care label directions when they are available.
- Page 13 USING T HE DRYING RACK (AVAILABLE AS ANOPTION ON SO.EMODELS) 3. Close the door. To order a drying rack, call 1-800-253-1301, from anywhere in the U.S.A. You will hear a recording. Follow the instructions to place an order. The drying rack lets you dry items without tumbling them.
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Page 14: Dryer
CAmNG FOR YOUR DRYER Proper care of your dryer can extend its life and help your dryer operate efficiently. CI£ANING THE UNI' SCREEN As needed c leaninq Every load cleanin The lint screen is located under a lid on top of the Laundry detergents and fabric softeners can cause a residue buildup on the lint screen. - Page 15 CLEANING THE DRYER INTERIOR Garments which contain unstable dyes, such as denim blue jeans or brightly colored cotton items, may discolor the dryer interior. These stains are not harmful to your dryer and will not stain future loads of clothes. It is helpful to dry unstable dye items inside out to prevent dye transfer.
- Page 16 CHANGING THE DRUM UGHT The dryer light automatically turns on inside the dryer drum when you open the door. Your dryer's drum light may be one of two types, as shown. Fire Hazard Replace light bulb cover before operating dryer, Failure to do so can result in death or fire, Tochan_e drum li_jht t ypez:...
- Page 17 REMOVING ACCUMULAIED UNT FROM I NSIDE THE DRYER CABINET Lint can gather inside the dryer and be a fuel for fire. Lint should be removed every two to three years, or more often, depending on dryer usage. Cleaning should be done by a qualified person.
- Page 18 REMOVING ACCUMUM D LINT F ROM I NSIDE THE DRYER CABINET(oom.) 7. Remove 2 internal screws from front panel flanges (near top front comers). Lift front panel slightly, lifting off lower clips (see lower clip inset of illustration below). Slowly pull front panel forward, disengaging panel from drum.
- Page 19 TROUBI£SllOOIING Most laundering problems are easily solved if you understand the cause. Check the following list for common laundry problems and the next page for common dryer problems. If you need further assistance, see "Requesting Assistance or Service" on page 21. NOTE: In the following list, the most common...
- Page 20 COMMON DRYER PROBLEMS i. Dryer w illnotstart. 3.Noheat For gas dryers, is the valve open on the supply line? Also, some dryers may have an internal gas valve. See ls the dryer door firmly closed? Installation Instructions. For electric dryers, have you blown a Are the controls set in an ON position? fuse or tripped a circuit breaker? Electric dryers use 2 household fuses...
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Page 21: Troubleshooting
F URTHER ASSISTANCE If you need further assistance, you can write to If the dealer, authorized servicer, and Whirlpool have failed to resolve your problem, you can contact the Whirlpool with any questions or concerns at: Major Appliance Consumer Action Program Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances (MACAP). -
Page 22: Index
INDEX This index is alphabetical. Look for the word or phrase you are interested in, then look for the page number. TOPIC PAGE TOPIC PAGE ASSISTANCE ............. LINE DRYING ............AUTOMATIC CYCLES ..........LINT Removal ............14, 17 CARE/CLEANING Screen ..............Dryer interior ............ - Page 23 D. Damage to your dryer caused by accident, misuse, abuse, improper installation (including, but not limited to, venting with plastic or flexible foil), installation not in accordance with local electrical or plumbing codes, use of products not approved by Whirlpool, or acts of God. E. Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the appliance.