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Electric
and
Gas Dryers
A Note to You . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Dryer Safety . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Getting to Know
Your Dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Checking Your Vent . . . 6
Operating Your
Dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Caring for Your
Dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Troubleshooting
. . . . . . 19
Requesting
Assistance
or Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Index . . . . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Warranty ,................ 24
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- Page 1 PART NO. 3406073 Electric Gas Dryers A Note to You ... . 2 Dryer Safety ..3-4 Getting to Know Your Dryer ....5 Checking Your Vent .
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Page 2: Anotetoyou
ANOTETOYOU Thank you for buy@ a ROPER@ appliance. Your ROPER dryer gives you all the functionality 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. Please read it carefully. Also, complete and mail the Product us notify you about any new information Please record your model’s information. - Page 3 DRIERMY Your safety is important to us. This guide contains safety statements under warning symbols. Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions Here is a brief explanation of the symbol. WARNING: For your safety, the information minimize the risk of fire or explosion, injury, or loss of life.
- Page 4 DRIERSAFETY IMPORTANT WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the dryer, follow basic precautions, a Read all instructions before using the dryer. Do not dry articles that have been previ- ously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, other flammable, or explosive substances...
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Page 5: Your Dryer
CETTINGMNOWYOURDKVER 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. NOTE: The drawings in this book may vary from your dryer model. -
Page 6: Checking Your Vent
CHECKINGYOURVENT Your dryer must be properly installed and vented to achieve maximum drying efficiency and shorten drying times. Install your dryer in a well-ventilated above 45°F (7%). Also make sure that your dryer is leveled. Refer to your Installation Instructions for more information. - Page 7 4. Use the straightest path possible when routing the exhaust vent. Avoid 90” turns, if possible. Allow room when using elbows or making turns. Bend vent gradually to avoid kinking. I joints. Do not use screws to secure vent. Lint may catch on screws.
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Page 8: 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. ;TARTlNC YOUR DRYER Explosion Hazard Never place items in the dryer that are dampened with gasoline flammable fluids. - Page 9 STARTING YOUR DRYER stopping and restarting your dryer 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.
- Page 10 CYCLI DESCRlPllONS Automatic cycle(s) Use an Automatic cycle to dry most loads. The Automatic cycle shuts off the dryer when the selected dryness is reached. The Cycle Control Knob does not move until the load is almost dry. After the cool-down, automatically an Off area and tum-...
- Page 11 CYCLE DESCRIPTION (CONTJ Wrinkle Free feature (on some models) Low heat. WRINKLE PREVENTTM feature (on some mudeM You do not have to set the Cycle Control Knob for the WRINKLE PREVENT feature. If you do not open the dryer door within a few minutes after the cycle stops, the WRINKLE PREVENT feature takes over to protect the load.
- Page 12 D HEAT/FLUFF CYCE he chart below includes examples of items that squire drying without heat. Use the No Heat/Fluff ycle, or place the items on a line or rack to air dry. 1 Line dry bonded or laminated fabrics. 1 Always follow care label directions when they are available.
- Page 13 USING THE DRYING RACK --.I.- 1.11 I.mII..- 1-m-1 Your dryer may include a drying rack. If your model doesn’t include one, you can order a drying rack by calling l-666-447-6737, from anywhere in the U.S.A. You will hear a recording. Follow the instruc- tions to place an order.
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Page 14: Dryer
CARING FORYOURDKYER Proper care of your dryer can extend its life and help your dryer operate efficiently. CIIANINC ~iiE utm sam --------- ---- ---- - ----- Every load cleaning The lint screen is located under a lid on top of the dryer. - Page 15 WNINC niE DRKR INTERIOR --------- m-w- -----m- 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.
- Page 16 CHANCM ~iiE DRUM ucm The dryer light automatically turns on inside the dryer drum when you open the door. See instructions below to change your drum light. To change drum light: 1. Unplug the dryer or disconnect leading to the dryer at the main power supply. 2.
- Page 17 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. If you have any questions or comments, please call our Consumer Assistance I-800-447-6737 from anywhere in the U.S.A.
- Page 18 kIMlOVING ACCUMUWED 7. Remove 2 internal screws from front panel flanges (near top front corners). Lift front panel slightly, lifting off lower clips (see lower clip inset of illustration below). Slowly pull front panel forward, disengaging (Drum will drop slightly.) Move front panel aside and rest edge against side of dryer.
- Page 19 Most laundering problems are easily solved if you understand the cause. Check the following list for common laundry problems further assistance, see “Requesting Assistance or Service” on page 21. NOTE: In the following list, the most common laundry problems are listed first. :OMMON LAUNDRY PROBLEMS...
- Page 20 COMMON DRYER PROBLEMS I. Dryer will not start. Is the dryer door firmly closed? Are the controls set in an ON position? Did you firmly push the Start Button? Is the power cord plugged in? Have you blown a fuse or tripped a circuit breaker? Electric dryers use 2 household fuses or breakers.
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Page 21: Troubleshooting
To locate FSP replacement our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number or your nearest authorized service center. If the dealer, authorized servicer, and Whirlpool have failed to resolve your problem, you can contact the Major Appliance Consumer Action Program (MACAP). MACAP is a group of independent sumer experts that voice consumer views at the highest levels of the major appliance industry. -
Page 22: Index
This index is alphabetical. Look for the word or phrase you are interested in, then look for the page number. TOPIC ASSISTANCE CARE/CLEANING Dryer interior ... Lint screen ... LOAD SIZES..CHOOSING CYCLES Automatic Damp Dry..No Heat/Fluff ... Timed ... - Page 23 D. Damage to your dryer caused by accident, misuse, abuse, improper installation to, venting with plastic or flexible foil), installation codes, use of products not approved by Whirlpool, or acts of God. E. Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized...