AMANA NED5800HW - 7.4 cu. ft. Front-Load Dryer with Sensor Drying Manual

INTERNET CONNECTIVITY GUIDE

Proper installation of your appliance prior to use is your responsibility. Be sure to read and follow the installation instructions that came with your appliance.

Connectivity requires Wi-Fi and account creation. App features and functionality are subject to change. Data rates may apply. Once installed, launch the app. You will be guided through the steps to set up a user account and to connect your appliance.

You Will Need:

• A home wireless router supporting Wi-Fi, 2.4 Ghz with WPA2 security. If you are unsure of your router's capabilities, refer to the router manufacturer's instructions.
• The router to be on and have a live internet connection.
• The 10–character SAID code for your appliance. The SAID code is either printed on a label on the appliance or found on the LCD screen.

ACCESSORIES

INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE ACCESSORIES
FACTORY CERTIFIED PARTS – these three words represent quality parts and accessories designed specifically for your appliance. Time tested engineering that meets our strict quality specifications.

Accessories designed for your appliance:
Customize your new washer and dryer with the following genuine Whirlpool accessories. For more information on options and ordering, call 1-866-616-2664, or visit us at: www.amana.com/help.
In Canada, call 1-800-807-6777 or visit us at: www.amana.com/help.

15" Pedestal
Color-matched pedestals raise the washer and dryer to a more comfortable working height. The large drawer provides convenient storage.

Stack Kit
If space is at a premium, the stack kit allows the dryer to be installed on top of the washer.

Drying Rack
The Drying Rack provides a stationary drying surface for items such as sweaters and tennis shoes. See the "Additional Features" section for more information.

CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES

Not all features and cycles are available on all models.
NOTE: The control panel features a sensitive surface that responds to a light touch of your finger. To ensure your selections are registered, touch the control panel with your fingertip, not your fingernail. When selecting a setting or option, simply touch the appropriate button.

1. POWER
   Touch to turn the dryer on and off. Touch to stop/cancel a cycle at any time.
2. CYCLES
   Touch a button for the desired drying cycle. See "Cycle Guide" for cycle details.
3. START/PAUSE
   Touch and hold until LED counts down "3-2-1" and the dryer starts; then let go to start a cycle, or touch once while a cycle is in process to pause it.
4. MODIFIERS
   Use to select available modifiers for your dryer. Not all cycles and options are available on all models.

Temp
When using Timed Dry/Quick Cycle, you may select a dry temperature based on the type of load you are drying. Use the warmest setting that is safe for the garments in the load. Follow garment label instructions.

Dryness
You may adjust the Dryness on Sensor cycles (except for the Sanitize cycle), if desired.
NOTE: Dryness is for use with Sensor cycles only.

More Time/Less Time Timed Dry Adjust
Touch MORE TIME or LESS TIME with the Timed Dry/Quick cycle to increase or decrease the length of the cycle.

5. OPTIONS
   Use to select available options for your dryer. Not all cycles and options are available on all models.

Wrinkle Prevent Option
If you will be unable to remove a load immediately, touch WRINKLE PREVENT to add up to 150 minutes of periodic tumbling to help reduce wrinkling.
NOTE: If you open the dryer door prior to the end of the Wrinkle Prevent option, the dryer will go into standby.

Cycle Signal
Use this option to turn the signal indicating the end of a drying cycle to low, medium, high, or off. The volume you select here will also be applied to the Damp Dry Signal.
NOTE: You may also turn off the tones that sound when a feature, setting, or option is touched. Touch and hold CYCLE SIGNAL for about three seconds to turn sounds to low, medium, high, or off.

Damp Dry Signal
Touch to turn the Damp Dry Signal on or off. When selected, a series of beeps will sound when the load is damp, but not completely dry. This will allow you to take clothes out of the load that do not need to dry completely. This option is available on some cycles. The Damp Dry signal is selected as a default for the Bulky Items/Normal, Bulky Items/Wrinkle Control, and Bulky Items/Heavy Duty cycles, as a reminder to manually reposition bulky loads midway through the cycle.

Control Lock
Use this option to lock the controls of the dryer and avoid an accidental change in cycle options or preferences during a drying cycle.
Touch and hold CONTROL LOCK for 3 seconds to lock or unlock the controls of the dryer. During this time, the LED Display will count down "3-2-1." Once the controls are locked, the LED Display will display "Loc."
NOTE: The Control Lock function may be enabled when recovering from a power failure. To unlock the control, touch and hold DAMP CONTROL LOCK for at least three seconds.

Eco Dry Option
The Eco Dry option will default on only for the Normal cycle and is only available on that cycle. This option allows you to increase your energy savings by using a slightly lower heat level. The Eco Dry option will increase drying times by approximately 40 minutes, which will be reflected on the LED Display. If optimal time is desired, touch ECO DRY to turn off this option.

6. LED DISPLAY
   When you select a cycle, its default settings will light up and the Estimated Time Remaining (for Automatic Cycles) will vary depending on the cycle selection, or actual time remaining for Timed Dry cycles (for Manual Cycles) will be displayed.

CYCLE STATUS INDICATORS
The Cycle Status Indicators show the progress of a cycle. Not all indicators are available on all models.

Sensing
The Sensing indicator will light periodically during Sensor Cycles to indicate that the moisture sensor on the dryer is operating. This indicator will not light during Timed Cycles or options such as Wrinkle Prevent. Wet The load is still wet and/or the cycle just started.

Damp
This indicator shows that the load is partially dried and items that you may wish to hang up or iron while still damp may be removed.

Cool Down
The dryer has finished drying with heat and is now tumbling the load without heat to cool it down.

Check Vent
The Check Vent indicator is a feature available for Automatic cycles only. This indicator will show the status of airflow through the dryer and the dryer vent system for the dryer's life. During the sensing phase at the beginning of the cycle, the Check Vent light will come on if a blocked vent or low airflow issue is detected. This light will stay on for the entire cycle. Should the Check Vent light illuminate, refer to the "Troubleshooting" section for potential solutions to the issue.
The light will be cleared upon completion of the cycle, touching Power, or opening the door. The Check Vent light will continue to illuminate during the cycle unless the root cause is resolved.

REMEMBER: The dryer will continue to operate even while the indicator is lit, but poor airflow can impact dry times and overall performance. For more information on maintaining good airflow, see "Check Your Vent System for Good Airflow."

NOTE: If there are other error issues during a cycle, the Clean Check Vent indicator will not light up. See the "Troubleshooting" section.

End
This will indicate that the selected cycle has ended and the load may be removed from the dryer. If Wrinkle Prevent has been selected, the dryer may continue to tumble the load, even if "End" is displayed.

Control Lock
This will illuminate once the controls are locked

CYCLE GUIDE

SENSOR CYCLES

Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that cycle.
If settings are changed, the new settings will be remembered. If there is a power failure, settings will return to the default.
Not all features and cycles are available on all models.
Not all settings and options are available on each cycle.
Use Sensor Cycles for better fabric care and energy savings
The dryer senses moisture in the load or air temperature and shuts off when the load reaches the selected dryness level.
Use the Normal dryness level to provide optimal energy savings.

Items to dry	Cycle	Drying Temperature	Dryness Level	Default Time	Available Options	Cycle Details
Shirts, blouses, permanent press, synthetics, lightweight items	Regular	High Medium Low Air	More Normal Less	48	Wrinkle Prevent Cycle Signal		Uses Medium heat to dry large loads of mixed fabrics and items.
Work clothes, casual wear, mixed cottons, sheets, corduroys	Normal	High Medium Low Air	More Normal Less	1.25 28	Wrinkle Prevent Cycle Signal Eco Dry		Uses Medium heat to dry large loads of mixed fabrics and items. Normal is the most efficient cycle.
Undergarments, blouses, lingerie, performance wear	Delicates	High Medium Low Air	More Normal Less		Wrinkle Prevent Cycle Signal		Uses Low heat to gently dry delicate items.
Shirts, blouses, permanent press, synthetics, lightweight items	Wrinkle Control	High Medium Low Air	More Normal Less	35	Wrinkle Prevent Cycle Signal		Uses a stepped drying temperature from Medium to Low for improved moisture removal and enhanced fabric care.
Jackets, comforters, pillows	Bulky Items	High Medium Low Air	More Normal Less	52	Wrinkle Prevent Cycle Signal		Use for drying large, bulky items; do not overfill dryer drum. Partway through the cycle, the signal will sound for 2 minutes to indicate when it is time to rearrange items for optimal drying.
Heavyweight items such as towels or heavy work clothes	Heavy Duty	High Medium Low Air	More Normal Less	57	Wrinkle Prevent Cycle Signal		Offers stepped drying starting with High heat followed by Medium heat for enhanced fabric care and energy savings.
White, sturdy items	Whites	High Medium Low Air	More Normal Less	45	Wrinkle Prevent Cycle Signal		Uses High heat to dry large loads of white, sturdy fabrics and items.
Large loads of heavyweight items	Sanitize	High Medium Low Air	More Normal Less	1.30	Wrinkle Prevent		This is a long cycle with high heat which has been proven to reduce household bacteria. This cycle is not recommended for all fabrics. Use for large loads of heavyweight fabrics.
Bright or darkly colored cottons, linens, casual and mixed loads	Colors	High Medium Low Air	More Normal Less	53	Wrinkle Prevent Cycle Signal		Uses Medium heat to gently dry bright or darkly colored items.
Large loads of cotton towels, heavyweight items	Towels	High Medium Low Air	More Normal Less	1.00	Wrinkle Prevent Cycle Signal		This is a long cycle with high heat which has been proven to reduce household bacteria. This cycle is not recommended for all fabrics. Use for large loads of heavyweight fabrics.

Load Size Recommendations
For best results, follow the load size recommendations noted for each cycle.

Small load: Fill the dryer drum with 3–4 items, not more than 1/4 full.

Medium load: Fill the dryer drum up to about 1/2 full.

Large load: Fill the dryer drum up to about 3/4 full. Do not overload. Items need to tumble freely.

TIMED CYCLES

Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that cycle.
If settings are changed, the new settings will be remembered (except on Quick). If there is a power failure, settings will return to the default.
Not all features and cycles are available on all models.
Not all settings and options are available on each cycle.

Adjusting drying time on Timed Cycles
When you select a Timed Cycle, the time appears in the display. Use More Time and Less Time to increase or decrease the time in 5-minute increments. The maximum dry time is 150 minutes.

Selecting the Drying Temperature
A High heat setting may be used for drying heavyweight items such as towels and work clothes.
A Low to Medium heat setting may be used for drying mediumweight items such as sheets, blouses, dresses, underwear, permanent press fabrics, and some knits.
Use a no heat (air) setting for foam, rubber, plastic, or heat-sensitive fabrics.
Line dry bonded or laminated fabrics.
NOTE: If you have questions about drying temperatures for various loads, refer to the care label directions.

Items to dry	Cycle	Drying Temperature	Default Time	Available Options	Cycle Details
Any load NOTE: Select Air to dry foam, rubber, plastic, or heat-sensitive fabrics.	Timed Dry	High Medium Low Air	40	Wrinkle Prevent		Use to dry items to a damp level for items that do not not require an entire drying cycle. Select a drying temperature based on the type of fabrics in your load. If you are unsure of the temperature to select for a load, select the lower setting rather than the higher setting.
Small loads and sportswear	Quick	High Medium Low Air	15	Wrinkle Prevent		For small loads of 3–4 items.

Load Size Recommendations
For best results, follow the load size recommendations noted for each cycle.

Small load: Fill the dryer drum with 3–4 items, not more than 1/4 full.

Medium load: Fill the dryer drum up to about 1/2 full.

Large load: Fill the dryer drum up to about 3/4 full. Do not overload. Items need to tumble freely.

NOTE: Government energy certifications for this model were based on the Normal Cycle, Highest Temperature Setting, Normal Dryness Level, Eco Dry On. The as-shipped defaults were the same as the Government Energy Certification Settings except the default Temperature Setting of Medium was adjusted to the Highest Temperature Setting. Cycles that are available for post-sale download may use more energy than the Normal cycle, upon which the energy use rating of this dryer is based.

USING YOUR DEVICE

Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer.
Do not dry anything that has ever had anything flammable on it (even after washing).
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, explosion, or fire.

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.

1. Clean the lint screen
   Clean the lint screen before each load. Pull the lint screen straight up. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers. Do not rinse or wash screen to remove lint. Wet lint is hard to remove. Push the lint screen firmly back into place.
   For additional cleaning information, see "Dryer Care."
   

No washer can completely remove oil.
Do not dry anyhting that has ever had any type of oil on it (including cooking oils)
Do not dry items containing foam, rubber, or plastic in this dryer.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire.

2. Load the dryer
   Open the door by pulling on the handle. Place laundry in the dryer. Add a dryer sheet to wet load, if desired. Close the door.
   

Do not tightly pack the dryer. Items need to tumble freely. Tightly packing can lead to poor drying performance and may increase wrinkling and tangling.

3. Touch POWER
   Touch POWER to turn on the dryer.
   
4. Select desired cycle
   Select the desired cycle for your load. See the "Cycle Guide" for more information about each cycle.
   
5. Adjust cycle modifiers, if desired
   You may adjust different settings, depending on whether you have selected a Sensor Cycle or Timed Cycle. See the "Cycle Guide" for detailed information.
   NOTE: Not all options and settings are available with all cycles. Not all cycles are on all models
   
   .

Sensor Cycles:
The temperature may be changed by touching Temp until the desired dry temperature is lit. Once a cycle has started, the temperature can be changed during the first 5–8 minutes of the cycle.

You can select a different dryness level, depending on your load. Touch DRYNESS to scroll from Less to More to automatically adjust the dryness level at which the dryer will shut off. Once a dryness level is set, it can be changed during the first 5–8 minutes of the cycle.

Sensor cycles give the best drying in the shortest time. Drying time varies based on fabric type, load size, and dryness setting. Drying time is estimated and may change throughout the cycle. Drying time cannot be changed on Sensor Cycles.

Timed Cycles:
When you select a Timed Cycle, the time appears in the display. Touch MORE TIME or LESS TIME to increase or decrease the time in 5-minute increments. The temperature may be changed by touching Temp until the desired dry temperature is lit.
The temperature cannot be changed if the temperature is started with Air.

6. Select any additional options
   Add additional options such as Wrinkle Prevent and/or Eco Dry by touching that option. If you will be unable to remove the load promptly, select Wrinkle Prevent before touching Start/Pause.
   NOTE: Not all options and settings are available with all cycles.
   
7. Touch and hold START/PAUSE to begin cycle
   To begin the cycle, touch and hold START/PAUSE until the display counts down "3-2-1" and the dryer starts.
   
8. Remove garments promptly after cycle is finished
   Promptly remove garments after cycle has completed to reduce wrinkling. If you will be unable to remove the load promptly, select the Wrinkle Prevent option.
   

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

USING THE DRYING RACK
To purchase a drying rack for your dryer, see "Accessories" section for more information. You will need your model and serial number and the purchase date. Remove and discard any packing material before use.
Use the drying rack for items that you do not want to tumble dry, such as sweaters and tennis shoes. When you use the drying rack, the drum continues to turn, but the rack remains stationary.
The drying rack is intended for use with the Timed Dry cycle only. The drying rack cannot be used with Sensor Cycles.

To use the drying rack:

Do not remove the lint screen.

1. Open dryer door.
   
2. Align the two hooks on the front of the drying rack with the holes in the dryer door opening and press down fully into holes. Rest the rear support on the dryer back ledge.
   
3. Place wet items on top of the drying rack. Allow space around items for air to circulate. The drying rack does not move, but the drum will rotate; be sure to leave adequate clearance between items and the inside of the dryer drum. Make sure items do not hang over the edges or between drying rack grille.
4. Close the door.
5. Select a Timed Dry cycle. Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be dried on a clothesline or by using the Air setting.
6. When the cycle is selected, the display shows the default time. You can change the actual time in the cycle by increasing or decreasing the cycle time.
7. Start the dryer.

NOTE: Check the lint screen and remove any lint accumulated from items dried on the drying rack after the cycle is finished.

PRODUCT CARE

CLEANING THE UNIT LOCATION

Keep dryer area clear and free from items that would block the airflow for proper dryer operation. This includes clearing piles of laundry in front of the dryer.

Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer.
Place dryer at least 18 inches (460 mm) above the floor for a garage installation.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

CLEANING THE UNIT INTERIOR

To clean dryer drum:

1. Use a mild hand dish detergent mixed at a low concentration with very warm water, and rub with a soft cloth.
2. Rinse well with a wet sponge or towel.
3. Tumble a load of clean clothes or towels to dry drum
   OR
   Use a microfiber cloth and hot water in a spray bottle to clean the drum and a second microfiber towel to dry.

NOTE: Garments that contain unstable dyes, such as denim blue jeans or brightly colored cotton items, may discolor the rear of the dryer interior. These stains are not harmful to your dryer and will not stain future loads of clothes. Dry unstable dye items inside out to avoid transfer of dye.

REMOVING ACCUMULATED LINT

From Inside the Dryer Cabinet
Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending on dryer usage. Cleaning should be done by a qualified appliance servicer.

From the Exhaust Vent
Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending on dryer usage.

CLEANING THE LINT SCREEN

Every load cleaning
The lint screen is located in the door opening of the dryer. Clean the lint lint screen before each load. A screen blocked by lint can increase drying time.

To clean:

1. Pull the lint screen straight up. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers. Do not rinse or wash screen to remove lint. Wet lint is hard to remove.
   
2. Push the lint screen firmly back into place.

• Do not run the dryer with the lint screen loose, damaged, blocked, or missing. Doing so can cause overheating and damage to both the dryer and fabrics.
• If lint falls off the screen into the dryer during removal, check the exhaust hood and remove the lint. See "Venting Requirements" in the Installation Instructions.

AS-NEEDED CLEANING

Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can build up on the lint screen. This buildup can cause longer drying times for your clothes, or cause the dryer to stop before your load is completely dry. The screen is probably clogged if lint falls off while the screen is in the dryer.

Clean the lint screen with a nylon brush every 6 months, or more frequently, if it becomes clogged due to a residue buildup.

To wash:

1. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers.
2. Wet both sides of lint screen with hot water.
3. Wet a nylon brush with hot water and liquid detergent. Scrub lint screen with the brush to remove residue buildup.
   
4. Rinse screen with hot water.
5. Thoroughly dry lint screen with a clean towel. Reinstall screen in dryer.

NON-USE OR STORAGE CARE

Operate your dryer only when you are at home. If you will be on vacation or not using your dryer for an extended period of time, you should:

1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.
2. Clean lint screen. See "Cleaning the Lint Screen."

MOVING CARE

For power supply cord-connected dryers:

1. Unplug the power supply cord.
2. Gas models only: Close shut-off valve in gas supply line.
3. Gas models only: Disconnect gas supply line pipe and remove fittings attached to dryer pipe.
4. Gas models only: Cap the open gas supply line.
5. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.
6. Use tape to secure dryer door.

Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before servicing.
Replace all parts and panels before operating.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.

For direct-wired dryers:

1. Disconnect power.
2. Disconnect wiring.
3. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.
4. Use tape to secure dryer door.

Reinstalling the Dryer
Follow the Installation Instructions to locate, level, and connect the dryer.

TROUBLESHOOTING

First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.amana.com/owners for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call.

For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories, warranty, or service in the U.S.A., call:
1–866–616–2664 or visit our website at www.owners.amana.com/owners/.
In Canada, call: 1–800–807–6777 or visit our website at www.amanacanada.ca/owners/.

PRODUCT SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING." These words mean:

	You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions.
	You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

Risk of Fire

• Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualified installer.
• Install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer's instructions and local codes.
• To reduce the risk of severe injury or death, follow all installation instructions.
• Save these instructions

Certain internal parts are intentionally not grounded and may present a risk of electric shock only during servicing.
Service Personnel – Do not contact the thermostat bracket while the appliance is energized.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:

• Read all instructions before using the appliance.
• Do not dry articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances, as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode.
• Risk of Suffocation and Injury from Entrapment: Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance. Close supervision of children is necessary when the appliance is used near children.
• Before the appliance is removed from service or discarded, remove the door to the drying compartment.
• Do not reach into the appliance if the drum is moving.
• Do not install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the weather.
• Do not tamper with controls.
• Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in the usermaintenance instructions or in published user-repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out.
• Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric softener or product.
• Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or similarly textured rubber-like materials.
• Clean lint screen before or after each load.
• Keep area around the exhaust opening and adjacent surrounding areas free from the accumulation of lint, dust, and dirt.
• The interior of the appliance and exhaust duct should be cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel.
• Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer. Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire. To reduce the risk of fire due to contaminated loads, the final part of a tumble dryer cycle occurs without heat (cool down period). Avoid stopping a tumble dryer before the end of the drying cycle unless all items are quickly removed and spread out so that the heat is dissipated.
• Do not use replacement parts that have not been recommended by the manufacturer (e.g. parts made at home using a 3D printer).
• See the Installation Instructions for grounding requirements and installation.
• Do not install a booster fan in the exhaust duct.
  NOTE: The booster fan warning does not apply to clothes dryers intended to be installed in a multiple clothes dryer system, with an engineered exhaust duct system that is installed per the clothes dryer manufacturer's guidelines.

When discarding or storing your old clothes dryer, remove the door.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Documents / Resources

References

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