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- Page 1 ELECTRONIC ELECTRICDRYER For questions about features, operation/pen%rmance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-1301 or visit our website at... www.wbidpooLcom Table of Contents ............ W10151580A...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OFCONTENTS DRYER SAFETY ................Lock Controls ................INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ..........Drying and Cycle Tips ..............Tools and Parts ................Status Lights ................Cycles ..................Optional Pedestal ................. Additional Features ..............Location Requirements ............... Changing Cycles, Options and Modifiers ........21 Electrical Requirements ............... -
Page 3: Installation Instructions
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 recommended in this •... -
Page 4: Optional Pedestal
Are youplacing t hedryer o napedestal? You have theoption of purchasing pedestals ofdifferent heights s eparately forthisdryer. You may select a 10"(25.4 cm)pedestal ora 15.5" ( 39.4 cm) pedestal withashelf a ndbindividers. These p edestals will a dd to the total h eight ofthedryer f oratotal h eight ofapproximately 46"... - Page 5 Installation clearances Closet installation - Dryer only The location must be large enough to allow the dryer door to open fully. Dryer Dimensions __'_ 48 in. 2. 501/2" (128.27 cm) (310 c,i,,: 36" 24 in. 2 (91,4 cm) 3"* (155 crn2) (7.6 crn) 11"*_ 28.6s"--_1 s"**l...
- Page 6 Recommended installation spacing for cabinet 8"* (;.2 crn) installation For cabinet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation openings in the top of the cabinet are required. 72" " • T'* (17.8 cm) (182.9 crn) 5"* (12.7cm) (2.8 cm) 88.6 cm *Required spacing Mobile home - additional installation...
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Page 7: Electrical Connection
Electrical Connection If your outlet looks like this: To properly install your dryer, you must determine the type of electrical connection you will be using and follow the instructions provided for it here, If local codes do not permit the connection of a neutral ground wire to the neutral wire, see "Optional 3-wire connection"... - Page 8 Direct Wire Power Supply Cord Fire Hazard Fire Hazard Use 10 gauge solid copper wire. Use a new UL listed 30 amp power supply cord. Use a UL listed strain relief. Use a UL listed strain relief. Disconnect power before making electrical connections. Disconnect power before making electrical connections.
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Page 9: Complete Installation
Style 2: Direct wire strain relief Electrical Connection Options Unscrew the removable conduit connector and any If your home has: And you will be Go to Section screws from a %" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief (UL connecting to: marking on strain relief). -
Page 10: Venting Requirements
Remove neutral ground wire from external ground conductor 4-wire connection: Direct wire screw. Connect neutral ground wire and the neutral wire (white or center wire) of power supply cord under center, silver-colored terminal block screw. Tighten screw. IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes and where local codes do not permit the use of 3-wire connections. - Page 11 Connect ground wire (green or bare) of direct wire cable to 2. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) of power supply external ground conductor screw. Tighten screw. cord to the center, silver-colored terminal screw of the terminal block. Tighten screw. A.
- Page 12 When connecting to the terminal block, place the hooked end of Optional 3-wire connection the wire under the screw of the terminal block (hook facing right), squeeze hooked end together and tighten screw, as shown. Use for direct wire or power supply cord where local codes do not permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire.
- Page 13 4" (10.2cm) heavymetal exhaust vent DURASAFF Mvent products can be purchased from your (6.4 cm) dealer or by calling Whirlpool Parts and Accessories. • An exhaust hood should cap the vent to keep rodents and more information, see the "Assistance or Service"...
- Page 14 Alternate installations for close clearances Choose your exhaust installation type Venting systems come in many varieties. Select the type best for your installation. Two close-clearance installations are shown. Refer to the manufacturer's instructions. T-%;# X& A. Over-the-top installation (also available with one offset elbow) B.
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Page 15: Connect Vent
2. Firmly grasp the body of the dryer (not the console panel). Determine vent length and elbows needed for best Gently lay the dryer on the cardboard. See illustration. drying performance • Use the following Vent system chart to determine type of vent material and hood combinations acceptable to use. - Page 16 You can change your door swing from a right-side opening to a Reverse hinge left-side opening, if desired. 1. Use a small flat-blade screwdriver to remove 2 plug strips from the inner door. Slide the head of the screwdriver under 1.
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Page 17: Level Dryer
7. Reassemble the inner and outer door assemblies with the 6 screws. 1. Check that all parts are now installed. If there is an extra part, go back through the steps to see which step was skipped. 2. Check that you have all of your tools. 3. -
Page 18: Dryer Use
DRYER USE Explosion Hazard Fire Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as No washer can completely remove oil. gasoline, away from dryer. Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on Do not dry anything that has ever had anything it (including cooking... -
Page 19: Cycles
Auto Dry cycles take the guesswork out of drying time Drying tips and enhance fabric care. The amount of time that is • Follow care label directions when they are available. displayed is the estimated time remaining in the cycle. •... - Page 20 WRINKLE SHIELD Feature Auto Preset Cycle Settings The WRINKLE SHIELD feature light illuminates when this Auto Cycles Temp. Time* option is selected. This indicator stays on with the Cycle Load Type (Minutes) Complete light. HEAVY DUTY High Indicator lights Heavyweight mixed loads, Other indicator lights on the control panel show when Cycle, cotton towels, jeans Temp Adjust, and End of Cycle settings are selected.
- Page 21 End of Cycle Signal The End of Cycle Signal produces an audible sound when the drying cycle is finished. Promptly removing clothes at the end of the cycle reduces wrinkling. WRINKLE SHIELD Feature The WRINKLE SHIELD feature helps smooth out wrinkles that form when you cannot unload the dryer promptly at the end of a cycle.
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Page 22: Dryer Care
4. Close the door. To use the drying rack Do not remove the lint screen. 5. Press the POWER button. 1. Open dryer door. 6. Select a timed drying cycle and temperature (see following chart). Items containing foam, rubber or plastic must be dried on a clothesline or by using the Air Only temperature setting. -
Page 23: Cleaning The Lint Screen
IMPORTANT: • 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. From Inside the Dryer Cabinet Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending •... -
Page 24: Troubleshooting
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) to possibly avoid the cost of a service call... In U.S.A. www.whirlpool.com/help - In Canada www.whirlpool.ca • Is the clothing knotted or balled up? When balled up, the load will bounce, causing the dryer to vibrate. - Page 25 Are fabric softener sheets blocking the grille? Use only one fabric softener sheet, and use it only once. Cycle time too short Is the exhaust vent the correct length? Check that the exhaust vent is not too long or has too many turns.
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Page 26: Assistance Orservice
PT400L 4" (10,2 cm) dryer cord, 4-wire, 30 amp and work right because they are made with the same precision used to build every new WHIRLPOOL ®appliance. To locate FSP® PT600L 6" (15,2 cm) dryer cord, 4-wire, 30 amp replacement parts in your area, call our Customer eXperience... -
Page 28: Warranty
YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE OR PROVINCE TO PROVINCE. Outside the 50 United States and Canada, this warranty does not apply. Contact your authorized Whirlpool dealer to determine if another warranty applies.