Page 1: Table Of Contents
27 " Electric and Gas Dryers A Note to You.... Dryer Safety ..Parts and Features ... Checking Your Vent ... Operating Your Dryer ......Caring for Your Dryer ....... Troubleshooting ..Requesting Assistance or Service ....Index ....... Warranty ....1 - 800 - 253 - 1301 Call us with questions or comments.
Page 2: A Note To You
® Because your life is getting busier and more complicated, WHIRLPOOL appliances 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: Dryer Safety
RYER AFETY Your safety and the safety of others is 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 hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word “DANGER”...
Page 4: Dryer Safety
DRYER SAFETY 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 the dryer. Do not repair or replace any part of the dryer or attempt any servicing unless specifically •...
Page 5: Parts And Features
ARTS AND EATURES 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
HECKING Your dryer must be properly installed and vented to achieve maximum drying efficiency and shorten drying times. Use the minimum recommended installation clearances (found in your Installation Instructions) to avoid blocking the flow of combustion and ventilation air. Install your dryer in a well-ventilated room where the temperature is always above 45°F (7°C).
Page 7 CHECKING YOUR VENT ENTING ( CONT Clean exhaust vent periodically, depending on use, Use the straightest path possible when routing but at least every 2 years, the exhaust vent. Avoid or when installing your 90° turns, if possible. dryer in a new location. Allow room when using •...
Page 8: Operating Your Dryer
PERATING RYER 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. TARTING YOUR DRYER wWARNING wWARNING Fire Hazard Explosion Hazard No washer can completely remove oil. Keep flammable materials and vapors, such Do not dry anything that has ever had any as gasoline, away from dryer.
Page 9 OPERATING YOUR DRYER TARTING YOUR DRYER CONT Stopping and restarting your dryer (OPTIONAL STEP) If your dryer has a Cycle Signal (End of Cycle Signal) selector, set the You can stop your dryer anytime during a cycle. selector to On if you want the dryer to sound a To stop your dryer: signal when a cycle is finished.
Page 10 OPERATING YOUR DRYER OADING Loading suggestions The chart below provides some guidelines on various types of drying loads. Load clothes loosely into the dryer. Do not pack the dryer; allow space for clothes to tumble freely. Mixed Load Delicates Towels Heavy Work Clothes 3 double sheets 3 camisoles...
Page 11 OPERATING YOUR DRYER YCLE DESCRIPTIONS CONT Timed cycle(s) Damp Dry feature (on some models) Use a Timed drying cycle to complete drying if some items are damp Use the Damp Dry feature in the Timed cycle to dry after the Automatic items to damp level or cycle.
Page 12 OPERATING YOUR DRYER YCLE DESCRIPTIONS CONT FINISH GUARD feature ® (on some models) • When you are unable to remove a load from the On some models, you can turn the FINISH GUARD dryer as soon as it feature On or Off with a selector. (See Step 4 in stops, wrinkles can “Starting Your Dryer”...
Page 13 OPERATING YOUR DRYER SING THE DRYING RACK AVAILABLE AS AN OPTION ON SOME MODELS Use the drying rack to machine-dry items you Close the door. would not necessarily want to tumble dry. The rack gives you concentrated heat for efficient and uniform drying.
Page 14: Caring For Your Dryer
ARING FOR RYER Proper care of your dryer can extend its life and help your dryer operate efficiently. LEANING THE LINT SCREEN As needed cleaning Every load cleaning The lint screen is located in the door opening. Laundry detergents and fabric softeners can cause Clean it before each load.
Page 15 CARING FOR YOUR DRYER LEANING THE DRYER INTERIOR Garments which contain unstable dyes, such as wWARNING 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 CARING FOR YOUR DRYER HANGING THE DRUM LIGHT The dryer light automatically turns on inside the Remove the lens by pulling it down and away dryer drum when you from drum. open the door. Push tab to allow bulb to swing out. To change drum light: Unplug dryer or disconnect power.
Page 17: Troubleshooting
ROUBLESHOOTING 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 19. NOTE: In the following list, the most common laundry problems are listed first.
Page 18: Requesting
TROUBLESHOOTING OMMON DRYER PROBLEMS 1. Dryer will not start. 3. No heat For gas dryers, is the valve open on Is the dryer door firmly closed? the supply line? For electric dryers, have you blown a fuse or tripped a circuit breaker? Are the controls set in an ON position? Electric dryers use 2 household fuses or breakers.
Page 19: Or Service
When calling: repair parts distributors Please know the purchase date, and Whirlpool service technicians are trained to fulfill the complete model and serial number of your the product warranty and provide after-warranty appliance (see page 2). This information will help us service, anywhere in the United States.
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Page 23: Index
NDEX 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 ............19 LINT Removal ............14,16,17 AUTOMATIC CYCLES ..........10 Screen..............14 CARE/CLEANING LOADING ..............10 Dryer interior ............
Page 24: Warranty
(including, but not limited to, venting with plastic or flexible foil), installation not in accordance with local electrical or plumbing codes, or use of products not approved by Whirlpool. E. Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the appliance.

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