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- Page 1 ELECTRIC AND GAS DRYERS For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-1301 or visit our website www.whirlpool.com Table of Contents ................8528324...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLEOF CONTENTS DRYER SAFETY ................PARTS AND FEATURES ............CHECKING YOUR VENT ............DRYER USE ................Starting Your Dryer ............... Stopping and Restarting .............. Loading Clothes ................Drying, Cycle, and Temperature Tips .......... Cycle Descriptions ............... Additional Features ..............Drying Rack (optional purchase) ..........DRYER CARE ................ -
Page 3: Dryersafety
DRYERSAFETY 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 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 IM PORTANT 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 recom- •...
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Page 5: Parts And Features
PARTS AND FEATURES Control panel Additional features your dryer may Large side-swing door have Model and serial number label End of Cycle Signal selector Dryer drum WRINKLE SHIELD selector Lint screen WRINKLE SHIELD PLUS selector Exhaust grille Super wide-swing door ACCUDRY electronic sensor Wide-opening... -
Page 6: Checking Yourvent
3. The exhaust vent can be routed up, down, left, right, or straight out the back of the dryer. Space requirements are CHECKING listed in your Installation Instructions. YOURVENT Your dryer must be properly installed and vented to achieve maximum drying efficiency and shorten drying times. Use the minimum recommended installation clearances (found in your Installation Instructions) to avoid blocking the flow of combustion... -
Page 7: Dryer Use
DRYERUSE Before using your dryer, wipe the dryer drum with a damp cloth to remove dust from storing and shipping. 1. Load clothes loosely into the dryer and close the door. Do not pack the dryer. Allow space for clothes to tumble freely. Explosion Hazard 2. -
Page 8: Loading Clothes
Load clothes l oosely i ntothedryer. Donotpack thedryer. Allow This manual covers several different models. Your dryer may vary space forclothes t otumble f reely. The following chart s hows from the model shown and may not have all of the cycles and examples ofbalanced loads t hatwould allow forproper tumbling. - Page 9 Your dryer may have one of the following features: Fluff Air cycle or Air Only setting Use the Fluff Air cycle, or Air Only setting, for items that require • WRINKLE SHIELD (automatic) drying without heat such as foam, rubber, plastic and heat The WRINKLE SHIELD feature automatically activates at the sensitive fabrics, Set the Cycle Control knob to Fluff Air or select end of the cycle if you do not open the dryer door within a few...
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Page 10: Drying Rack (Optional Purchase)
DRYER CARE The drying rack is useful for machine drying items you would not necessarily want to tumble dry or that you would normally line dry (for example, tennis shoes, pillows, stuffed toys). If your model does not have a drying rack, you may purchase one. -
Page 11: Cleaning The Dryer Interior
Lint should be removed every two years, or more often, depending on dryer usage. Cleaning should be done by a qualified person, ¢ ..The dryer light automatically turns on inside the dryer drum when you open the door. Explosion Hazard To change the drum light Use nonflammable cleaner. -
Page 12: Troubleshooting
Unusual sounds TROUBLESHOOTING • Has the dryer had a period of non=use? If the dryer hasn't beer] used for a while, there may be a First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid thumping sound during the first few minutes of operation. the cost of a service call... - Page 13 Loads are wrinkled • Was the load removed from dryer at the end of the cycle? • Wasthe dryer overloaded? Dry smaller loads that will tumble freely. • Did theload overdry? Check the manufacturer's care label. Match dryer setting to load type.
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Page 14: Assistance Or Service
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Before calling for assistance or service, please check "Troubleshooting," It may save you the cost of a service call, If you still need help, follow the instructions below. When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete model and serial number of your appliance, This information will help us to better respond to your request. -
Page 16: Warranty
WHIRLPOOL ®DRYERWARRANTY ONE-YEAR FULL WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this dryer is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation will pay for FSP ' replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship.