Page 1: Table Of Contents
UseAndCare PART NO. 3401092 (D-Line) A Note to You..2 Dryer Safety ... 3-4 Parts and Features ... 5 Operating Your Dryer..6 Before starting your dryer .. .6 Starting your dryer ... 6 Stopping/restarting your dryer..Selecting the right cycle and setting ...
Page 2: A Note To You
Whirlpool@ Because your life is getting busier and more complicated, Whirlpool dryers 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 contains valuable information about how to operate and maintain your dryer properly and safely.
Page 3: Dryer Safety
Dryer Safety 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 given. Here is a brief explana- tion of the use of the symbol. IMPORTANT SAFETY - Do not store or use gasoline...
Page 4 Important Safety Read all instructions before using your dryer. Dryer must be electrically grounded. See the Installation Instructions. Do not machine wash or machine dry items cleaned, washed, soaked in, or spotted with wax, paint, gasoline, oil, dry cleaning solvents, or other flammable fluids.
Page 5: Parts And Features
Parts and Features The parts and features of your dryer are illustrated below. 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: Operating Your Dryer
Operating Your Dryer The information in this section helps you learn to use your dryer efficiently and safely. Refer to “Laundry Tips” on page 17 for additional information on sorting, loading, and drying most types of washables. Before starting your dryer Before using your dryer, wipe the dryer drum with a damp cloth to remove dust from storing and shipping.
Page 7: Selecting The Right Cycle And Setting
Selecting the right The following pages describe the cycles on your dryer. Refer to the charts on pages 9-10 for help in selecting drying cycles. Drying guidelines Always follow care label directions when they are available. Use the Fluff Air cycle, or line dry rubber, plastic, delicate, and heat-sensitive (see page 10).
Page 8 Heavy Dry Cycle (on some models) Use Heavy Dry and a high heat setting to dry large items or items that are thicker or heavier than a regular load (such as heavy cotton bath sheets or robes). Damp Dry Cycle (on some models) Use Damp Dry to dry items to damp level or...
Page 9 Drying cycles chart Use the chart below to help you make drying selections. The chart suggests heat settings and drying times for various loads. NOTES: Use an Automatic cycle to dry most loads. Use a Timed cycle only if the recom- mended Automatic cycle is not available.
Page 10 Fluff Air cycle or line drying The chart below includes examples of items that require drying without heat. Use the Fluff Air cycle (if available on your dryer model), or place the items on a line or rack to air dry. NOTES: Heat-sensitive fabrics should not be dried...
Page 11: End Of Cycle Signal
End of Cycle signal (on some models) The dyer sounds a signal to let you know when the cycle is finished. The signal is helpful when you are drying permanent press, synthetics, and other items ‘, that should be removed from the dyer as soon as it stops.
Page 12: Using The Drying Rack
Using the drying rack (on some models) The drying rack lets you dy items that you may not want to tumble. The rack does not move, but the drum turns. 1. Fit rear legs of the rack into indentations -the back wall of the dyer. Lower the front so the legs rest on the dyer opening.
Page 13: Caring For Your Dryer
Caring for Your Dryer Proper care of your dyer can extend its life. This section explains how to care for your dryer properly and safely. Cleaning the lint screen Every load cleaning The lint screen is located under a lid on top of the dryer.
Page 14 Cleaning the dryer Garments which contain unstable dyes, such as denim blue jeans or brightly colored cotton items, may discolor the dyer interior. To clean dryer drum: 1. Make a paste with detergent and very warm water. 2. Apply paste to a soft cloth and scrub area until all excess dye is removed.
Page 15 Removing accumulated Lint can gather inside the dryer and be a fuel for fire. Lint should be removed every 2 to 3 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 Center at...
Page 16 If your dryer is gas and has a full front panel, remove front panel as follows: Unplug the power supply cord or turn off the electrical power. Open lint screen lid. Remove two screws from lint screen area. Open top by pulling forward and up at each front corner (see View A).
Page 17: Laundry Tips
Laundry Tips This section provides information on preparing clothes for drying, drying guidelines, instructions for drying special-care items. NOTES: Refer to your Washer Use and Care Guide for proper washing techniques laundry tips. See pages 3 and 4 of this book for Important Safety Information. Sorting clothes Separate dark from light colors;...
Page 18 Using dryer fabric Dryer fabric softeners are recommended reducing static cling and for softening fabrics. Always follow package instructions carefully. Put one fabric softener sheet on top of the load before starting *“i’:‘ .;; 1’ ,_ dryer. Do not add a fabric ‘&@ softener sheet after the drying cycle has started.
Page 19 Drying special-care Most garments and household textiles have manufacturer’s instructions. Always follow care label directions include drying instructions for most types of washables. The chart below provides drying instructions for special-care washables. ITEMS DRYING INSTRUCTIONS Blankets Machine drying knitted woolens is not recommended. woolens when wet and allow to air dry.
Page 20 DRYING INSTRUCTIONS ITEMS Napped items Dry separately or with similar colors to avoid lint transfer. Follow care label instructions. Corduroy, 1. Remove from dryer while there is still a trace of moisture. velveteen 2. Smooth, reshape, and air dry before putting away. Quilted, down- Follow care label instructions.
Page 21: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Most laundering problems are easily solved if you understand the cause. Check the following list for laundry problems you may have and their possible causes. Also refer to the next page for a dryer checklist which can help you solve some simple problems without calling for service.
Page 22 Common dryer problems Before calling for service, check these: Is the dryer door firmly closed? Are the controls set in an ON position? Did you firmly push the Start Button? Is lint screen clogged with lint? Is the power cord plugged in? Have you blown a fuse or tripped the circuit breaker? Is exhaust duct or outside exhaust hood clogged with lint? For gas dryers, are the valves open on the dryer and the supply line?
Page 23: Requesting Assistance
Whirlpool appliance. To locate FSP replacement parts in your area, refer to Step 2 or call the Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center number in Step 1. 4. If you are not satisfied...
Page 24: Index
Index This index is alphabetical. Look for the word or phrase you want, and then look for the page number. TOPIC AIR DRYING ... AUTOMATIC cycles ... CARE/CLEANING Dryer interior ... Lint screen ... Vacation ... CHOOSING LOAD SIZES..CYCLES ...
Page 25: Warranty
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY FSP@ replacement parts and repair labor to correct From Date of Purchase defects in materials or workmanship. provided by an authorized Whirlpool service company. WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR A. Service calls to: 1. Correct the installation of your dryer.

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