Changing The Drum Light; Troubleshooting; Dryer Operation - Whirlpool Cabrio W10164752A Use & Care Manual

To use dryer again
1. Flush water pipes. Reconnect water inlet hose to faucet. Turn on
water faucet.
2. Plug in dryer or reconnect power.
3. Open valve to gas supply line.
Moving care
1. Unplug the power supply cord.
2. Shut off water faucet.
3. Disconnect the water inlet hose from faucet, then drain the hose.
Transport hose separately.
4. Close shutoff valve in gas supply line.
5. Disconnect gas supply line pipe and remove fittings attached to
dryer pipe.
6. Cap the open fuel supply line.
7. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.
8. Use masking tape to secure dryer door.
Reinstalling the dryer
Follow the "Installation Instructions" to locate, level, and connect the
dryer.
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) to possibly

Dryer Operation

Dryer will not run
■
Has a household fuse blown, or circuit breaker tripped?
Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem
continues, call an electrician.
■ Was a regular fuse used?
Use a time-delay fuse.
■
Is the dryer door firmly closed?
■ Was the Start button firmly pressed?
Large loads may require pressing and holding the Start button
for 2-5 seconds.
No heat
■ Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker
tripped?
The drum may be turning, but you may not have heat. Replace
the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call
an electrician.
■ Is the valve open on the gas supply line?
Unusual sounds
■ Has the dryer had a period of non-use?
If the dryer hasn't been used for a while, there may be a
thumping sound during the first few minutes of operation.
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TROUBLESHOOTING

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Changing the Drum Light

The dryer light automatically turns on inside the dryer drum when
you open the door.
To change the drum light
1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.
2. Open the dryer door. Locate the light bulb cover on the back wall
of the dryer. Remove the screw located in the lower right corner of
the cover. Remove the cover.
3. Turn bulb counterclockwise. Replace the bulb with a 10-watt
appliance bulb only. Replace the cover and secure with the screw.
4. Plug in dryer or reconnect power.
■
Is a coin, button, or paper clip caught between the drum and
front or rear of the dryer?
Check the front and rear edges of the drum for small objects.
Clean out pockets before laundering.
■ Is it a gas dryer?
The gas valve clicking is a normal operating sound.
■ Are the four legs installed, and is the dryer level front to
back and side to side?
The dryer may vibrate if not properly installed. See the
Installation Instructions.
■
Is the clothing knotted or balled up?
When balled up, the load will bounce, causing the dryer to
vibrate. Separate the load items and restart the dryer.
Dryer displaying code message
■ "PF" (power failure), check the following:
Was the drying cycle interrupted by a power failure?
Press and hold START to restart the dryer.
■ "F" Variable (F1, F2, F20, etc.) service codes:
Call for service.