Whirlpool LDR3822D Use And Care Manual page 4

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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*Read all instructions before using your
should be done periodically by a qualified
dryer.
person.
*Dryer must be electrically grounded. See
*Do not allow children to operate, play
the Installation Instructions.
with, or crawl inside your dryer. Supervise
~DO not machine wash or machine dry
children when your dryer is used near
items cleaned, washed, soaked in, or
children.
spotted with wax, paint, gasoline, oil, dry
*Do not reach into a dryer if the drum is
cleaning solvents, or other flammable
moving.
fluids. The fumes can create a fire hazard
or explosion. Always hand wash and line
*Install and/or store dryer where it will not
dry items containing these materials.
be exposed to the weather.
ADO not wash or dry items that are soiled
ADO not tamper with the controls.
with vegetable or cooking oil. These
*Do not dry rubber, rubber-like, or heat-
items may contain some oil after laun-
sensitive materials with heat.
dering. Due to the remaining oil, the
*Unplug the power supply cord or turn off
fabric may smoke or catch fire by itself.
electrical power before attempting to
Gtore flammable solvents or fluids away
service your dryer. Also, shut off gas
from your dryer.
valve if you have a gas dryer.
*Dry cleaning solvents or fluids should
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When removing from service or discard-
never be put directly into your dryer.
ing a dryer, always remove the door to
*Do not let dust, lint, paper, rags, chemi-
prevent accidental entrapment.
cals, etc., pile up around or under the
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Clean lint screen before or after each
dryer.
load.
ADO not allow lint to build up inside the
*Use only fabric softeners specifically
dryer or exhaust system. Cleaning
labeled as not being harmful to the dryer.
Understanding your responsibilities
*Be sure that your dryer:
-is used only for jobs normally expected
-is located in an area where the
of home clothes dryers.
temperature is above 45°F (7°C). -is not used by anyone unable to operate
-is properly installed in a well-ventilated
it properly.
room and leveled on a floor that can *Never operate the dryer if:
support the weight.*
-is connected to the proper outlet and
electrical supply.*
-is properly connected to fuel and
- it is not working right (i.e. noisy, too hot)
- it is damaged.
-parts are missing.
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exhaust systems (gas dryers must be
all panels are not in place.
vented outdoors).*
-the lint screen is loose, damaged, or
-is not installed against draperies or
missing.
curtains, or on carpet.*
*See the Installation Instructions for
-is properly maintained, repaired, and has
complete information.
parts replaced by a qualified person.
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