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- Page 1 ELECTRONIC ELECTRIC DRYER For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-1301 or visit our website at... www.whirlpool.corn Table of Contents ............ W10057250...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLEOF CONTENTS DRYER SAFETY ................INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ..........Tools and Parts ................Optional Pedestal ................. Location Requirements ..............Electrical Requirements ............... Electrical Connection ..............Venting Requirements ..............Plan Vent System ............... Install Vent System ..............Install Leveling Legs ..............Connect Vent ................Level Dryer ................. -
Page 3: Dryer Safety
DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are 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 potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER"... -
Page 4: Installation Instructions
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Are you placing the dryer on a pedestal? You have the option of Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed purchasing pedestals of different heights separately for this dryer. here. -
Page 5: Electrical Requirements
Dryer Dimensions 38" (91.4 cm) Explosion H azard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer, Place dryer at least 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor *28.65" for a garage installation. (7237 cm), 27" (68,6 cm) Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire. - Page 6 Closet installation - Dryer only Recommended installation spacing for recessed or closet installation, with stacked washer and dryer _"_ 48 in. 2. The dimensions shown are for the recommended spacing. 48 in.2 * (310 cm 2) 3"* (7.6 cm) (310 cm; 24 in?* 3"* (155 crn 2) '...
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Page 7: Electrical Connection
It is your responsibility If your outlet looks like this: To contact a qualified electrical installer. To be sure that the electrical connection is adequate and in conformance with the National Electrical Code, ANSl/NFPA 70-latest edition and all local codes and ordinances. The National Electric Code requires a 4-wire supply 4-wire receptacle (14-30t:?) connection for homes built after 1996, dryer circuits involved... - 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
Put power supply cord through the strain relief. Be sure Electrical Connection Options that the wire insulation on the power supply cord is inside If your home has: And you will be Go to Section the strain relief. The strain relief should have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be in a horizontal position. -
Page 10: Venting Requirements
Remove center silver-colored terminal block screw. 4-wire connection: Direct wire Remove neutral ground wire from external ground conductor screw. Connect neutral ground wire and the neutral wire IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes (white or center wire) of power supply cord under center, and where local codes do not permit the use of 3-wire silver-colored terminal block screw. - Page 11 Loosen or remove center silver-colored terminal block screw. Connect ground wire (green or bare) of direct wire cable to external ground conductor screw. Tighten screw. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) of power supply cord to the center, silver-colored terminal screw of the terminal block.
- 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 _'_4r._\ 21/2" DURASAFE vent 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" section of insects from entering the home.
- 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. ,;" _i\i "_===J" A. Over-the-top installation (also available with one offset elbow) B.
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Page 15: Connect Vent
Determine vent path 1. Install exhaust hood. Use caulking compound to seal exterior • Select the route that will provide the straightest and most wall opening around exhaust hood. direct path outdoors. 2. Connect vent to exhaust hood. Vent must fit inside exhaust •... - Page 16 Lay the door assembly on a flat, protected surface with the inside (inner door assembly) facing up. Remove the 6 Phillips head screws to release the outer door 1. Using a 4" (10.2 cm) clamp, connect vent to exhaust outlet in assembly from the inner door assembly, as indicated below.
- Page 17 Reverse the strike Remove hinge cover. 1. Use a small flat-blade screwdriver to remove plug strip from the dryer door opening. Slide the head of the screwdriver under the plugs, being certain not to scratch the dryer surface. Lift up. 2.
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Page 18: Level Dryer
1. Check that all parts are now installed. If there is an extra part, 10. Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and start the dryer. Do not go back through the steps to see which step was skipped. select the Air Only modifier. 2. -
Page 19: 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 20: Cycles
Adjust Dryness and/or Options. NOTE: Dryness level selections can be made only while using Auto Cycles. Selecting More Dry, Normal or Less This feature allows you to lock your settings to avoid unintended Dry automatically adjusts the sensed time needed. use of the dryer. - Page 21 You may follow the progress of your dryer with the drying Status Select the drying cycle that matches the type of load you are indicator lights. drying. See Auto Preset or Manual Preset Cycle Settings charts. SENSING CASU WET ::/ DELICATE ..
- Page 22 Auto Preset Cycle Settings Auto Cycles Temp. Time* Load Type (Minutes) WRINKLE SHIELD Feature HEAVY DUTY High The WRINKLE SHIELD feature helps smooth out wrinkles that Heavyweight mixed loads, form when you cannot unload the dryer promptly at the end of a cotton towels, jeans cycle.
- Page 23 To use the drying rack End of Cycle Signal The End of Cycle Signal produces an audible sound when the Do not remove the lint screen. drying cycle is finished. Promptly removing clothes at the end of 1. Open dryer door. the cycle reduces wrinkling.
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Page 24: Dryer Care
DRYER CARE As needed cleaning Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can build up on the ,...._=_ ..... ° ..I .(_(;III01 lint screen. This buildup can cause longer drying times for your Keep dryer area clear and free from items that would obstruct the clothes, or cause the dryer to stop before your load is completely flow of combustion and ventilation air. -
Page 25: Cleaning The Lint Screen
Moving care For power supply cord-connected dryers: From Inside the Dryer Cabinet 1. Unplug the power supply cord. Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending 2. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base. on dryer usage. Cleaning should be done by a qualified person. 3. - Page 26 Is the dryer located in a closet? Clothes arenotdrying satisfactorily, drying timesaretoo Closet doors must have ventilation openings at the top and long,or loadistoo hot bottom of the door. The front of the dryer requires a minimum of 1" (2.5 cm) of airspace, and, for most installations, the rear •...
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Page 27: Assistance Or Service
When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete To locate the Whirlpool designated service company in your area, model and serial number of your appliance. This information will you can also look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages. -
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.