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HOW TO MAKE A HOME RUN.
TM
Use And Care
A Note to You .........................
Dryer Safety .........................
2
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 ..........................
7
7
End of cycle signal ............ 12
End of cycle signal and
FINISH GUARD ®feature ... 12
Using the drying rack ........ 13
Caring for Your Dryer .......... 14
Laundry
Tips ........................ 19
Troubleshooting
................... 23
Requesting Assistance
or Service .............................
25
Index ......................................
26
Warranty
28
...............................
1-800=253-1301
Call our Consumer Assistance Center
with questions or comments.
ELECTRIC AND GAS DRYERS
PART NO. 3405515
A Note to You
Thank
you
for
buying
a WHIRLPOOL
® appliance.
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. tt contains valuable information about how to operate and maintain your dryer properly and safely. Please read it carefully. Also, please complete and mail in the Ownership Registration Card provided with your
appliance. The card helps us notify you about any new information on your appliance.
Please
record
your
model's
information.
Whenever you call to request service on
your appliance, you need to know your
complete model number and serial number.
You can find this information on the model
and serial number label (see diagram on
page 5 for location of label).
Please also record the purchase date of
your appliance and your dealer's name,
address, and telephone number.
Keep this book and the sales slip together
number
is toil-free,
Model
Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Dealer Name
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone
in a safe place for future
i-uvv-_-_-i
reference.
_v_
Dryer Safety
Your
safety
is important
to us.
This symbol alerts you to
hazards such as fire,
electrical shock, or other
injuries.
This guide contains safety statements under
warning symbols. Please pay special
attention to these symbols and follow any
instructions given. Here is a brief explanation of the use of the symbol.
WARNING:
For your safety, the information
in this manual must be
followed
to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
- Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
- WHAT
TO DO IF YOU SMELL
vapors
and liquids
GAS:
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical
your building.
• Clear the room, building,
switch; do not use any phone in
or area of all occupants.
Immediately
call your gas supplier from
Follow the gas supplier's instructions.
• If you cannot
reach your gas supplier,
a neighbor's
phone.
call the fire department.
- Installation and service must be performed
service agency, or the gas supplier.
by a qualified
installer,
continued on next page
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.
eDo not dry articles that have been
previously cleaned in, washed in,
soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, other
flammable, or explosive substances as they give off vapors that
could ignite or explode.
oDo not allow children to play on
or in the dryer. Close supervision
of children is necessary when the
dryer is used near children.
eBefore the dryer is removed from
service or discarded, remove the
door to the drying compartment.
eDo not reach into the dryer if the
drum is moving.
eDo not install or store the dryer
where it will be exposed to the
weather.
eDo not tamper with controls.
eDo not repair or replace any part
of the dryer or attempt any
servicing unless specifically
recommended
in this Use and
Care guide or in published
user-repair instructions that you
understand and have the skills to
carry out.
eDo not use fabric softeners or
products to eliminate static unless
recommended
by the manufacturer
of the fabric softener or product.
eDo not use heat to dry articles
containing foam rubber or similarly
textured rubber-like materials.
eClean lint screen before or after
each load.
*Keep area around the exhaust
opening and adjacent surrounding
areas free from the accumulation
of lint, dust, and dirt.
*The interior of the machine and
exhaust duct should be cleaned
periodically by qualified service
personnel.
eSee Installation Instructions for
grounding requirements.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
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. They are designed
to show the different features of all models covered by this book. Your model may not
include all features.
Temperature
(pp. 7, 10)
Cycle
knob
(may
control
Start button
(p. 7)
include
temperature
settings*)
(pp. 6-9)
Model and serial
number label
I
(p. 2)
Dryer drum
(p. 15)
Other
"-Lint screen
(p. 14)
Wide-opening
per door*
doors:
Small
Additional
side-swing
door*
Large side-swing
door*
(Reversible
door - see
Installation
Instructions)
features
dryer may
End of cycle signal selector (p.
FINISH GUARD_ feature selector (p.
Drying rack (p.
Lint signal (p.
Drum light (p.
*On some
Full-width hamper door*
Super wide-opening
door*
(Reversible
door - see
installation
instructions)
your
have:
12)
12)
13)
15)
16)
models
Operating
Your Dryer
The information in this section helps you learn to use your dryer efficiently and safely. Refer
to "Laundry Tips" on page 19 for additional information on sorting, loading, and drying most
types of washables.
NOTES:
• Make sure your dryer is properly vented before using it. See warning below and your
Installation Instructions.
• Make sure your dryer is properly installed in a well-ventilated
above 45°F (7°C).
room where the temperature is
• Make sure your dryer is leveled on a floor that can support the weight.
Fire Hazard
Explosion Hazard
Use a heavy metal vent.
Never place items in the dryer that are
dampened with gasoline or other
flammable fluids.
Do not use a plastic vent.
Do not use a metal foil vent.
Failure to do so can result in death
or fire.
Do not wash or dry items soiled with
vegetable or cooking oils because
they may contain some oil after
laundering.
Doing so can result in death,
explosion, or fire.
Before
starting
your dryer
Before using your dryer, wipe the dryer drum
with a damp cloth to remove
dust from storing and shipping.
Starting
Your dryer may have a Dryer Features
Guide (usually located on top
of the dryer). Remove it and
place it with your Use and
Care Guide. The Features
Guide provides you with more
information about your dryer.
your dryer
1. Load clothes into the dryer and close
the door.
2. Turn the Cycle Control Knob to the
.__
Preferred Automatic Setting (*)
to dry most loads (see page 8).
desired cycle. Use the Energy
3. If your
dryer has a Temperature Selector,
set it to the desired setting
_
(see page 10). Some dryer
.......
models have either a rotary
O
knob or tap touch
Temperature Selector.
4. Push the Start Button.
NOTE: Your dryer stops automatically when
a cycle ends.
Stopping/restarting
your dryer
You can stop your dryer anytime during
a cycle.
To stop the dryer, either:
• Open the dryer door.
To restart the dryer:
1. Close the door.
2. Select a new cycle and temperature (if
desired).
3. Push the Start Button.
OR
• Turn the Cycle Control Knob
to Off.
NOTE: The Cycle Control Knob should point
to an Off area when the dryer is not in use.
Selecting
the right cycle and setting
The following pages describe the cycles
on your dryer. Refer to the charts on pages
10-11 for help in selecting drying cycles.
Drying
guidelines
• Always follow care label directions when
they are available.
• The last few minutes of all cycles are without
heat to make the load cooler to handle.
• To help reduce wrinkling, remove the load
from the dryer as soon as tumbling stops.
This is especially important for permanent
press, knits, and synthetic fabrics.
• Overdrying can cause shrinkage, static
cling, and damage to some fabrics.
• Refer to pages 19-22 for information about:
- sorting clothes for drying
- choosing load sizes
- drying tips
- using dryer fabric softener sheets
- saving energy
- drying special-care items.
continued on next page
7
Cycle
descriptions
Automatic
Cycle(s)
Dry most loads using the Energy
Preferred Automatic Setting (*/. Your
Automatic cycle(s) shuts
off when the selected
dryness is reached. The
Cycle Control Knob will
not move until the load
is almost dry. After the
cool-down, the Knob automatically turns to an Off
area and tumbling stops.
• If the load is drier than you like, select a
setting closer to Less Dry the next time
you dry a similar load.
• If the load is not as dry as you like, complete drying using a Timed cycle. Select a
setting closer to Very Dry the next time you
dry a similar load.
Some models offer high heat and low heat
Automatic cycles (see page 10).
NOTES:
Fluff
(on
Air Cycle
some
models)
The FluffAir cycle has no heat. Use this unheated cycle to fluff or air
dry bedding, plastic tablecloths, foam pillows,
sneakers, etc. See page
11 for more information
about the FluffAir cycle.
NOTE: If your model
does not have the Fluff
Air cycle, line dry heatsensitive items.
Heavy
(on
some
Dry
Cycle
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 towels or
robes).
• Some Automatic cycles use an electronic
DRY-MISER _ control that senses the
amount of moisture in the load.
• Other Automatic cycles use an automatic
DRY-MISER control that senses the
exhaust temperature and determines the
dryness of the load.
Timed
Cycle(s)
Use a Timed cycle to complete drying if
some items are damp
after Automatic drying.
Timed drying is also
useful for:
• Delicate items and
small loads that need
a short drying time.
• Bulky items and large
loads that require a
long drying time.
Some models offer high heat and low heat
Timed cycles (see page 10).
Damp
(on
some
Dry Cycle
models)
Use Damp Dry to dry items to damp level or
to dry items that do not
require an entire drying
cycle. Two examples
are heavy cottons, such
as jeans, which you do
not want to become stiff,
or cotton clothes which
are easier to press
when damp.
TUMBLE
(on
some
PRESS _ Cycle
models)
(on
The TUMBLE PRESS cycle removes
wrinkles from clothes that
have been packed in a
suitcase or closet, or
from items not removed
from the dryer at the end
of a cycle. As soon as
the dryer stops, fold or
put the items on hangers.
Towels
Feature
(on
models)
some
When you have large loads of towels to dry,
you may want to use the
Towels feature in the
Automatic cycle. The
Towels setting allows for
more drying time and
automatically shuts off
the dryer when the
selected dryness is
reached. The Towels
feature also can be used for extra heavy
items such as mattress pads and quilts.
FINISH
(on
some
GUARD
Rack
® Feature
models)
When you are unable to remove a load from
the dryer as soon as it
stops, wrinkles can form.
The FINISH GUARD
feature tumbles the load
without heat every few
minutes up to 45 minutes
after the cycle ends. This
tumbling rearranges and
fluffs the load to avoid
wrinkles. You do not have to set the Cycle
Control Knob for the FINISH GUARD
feature, tf you do not open the dryer door
within a few minutes after the cycle stops,
the FINISH GUARD feature takes over to
protect the load.
A signal sounds every few minutes when
FINISH GUARD is running. The signal and
cycle stop when you open the dryer door.
NOTE: See page 12 if your model has a
FINISH GUARD On/Off selector.
Dry
some
Feature
models)
You may want to dry some items without
_aoko_ tumbling (such as wool
sweaters, stuffed toys, or
pillows). Use the drying
rack (see page 13) and
the Rack Dry feature for
these items, and a low
temperature setting.
During the drying cycle,
the drum turns, but the
rack does not move. Drying time depends
on the amount of moisture in the items.
NOTES:
• Be sure to follow the instructions on page
13 for installing the drying rack in your
dryer and placing items on the rack.
• Use the chart on page 13 to determine
temperatures and drying times.
• You may use either the Timed cycle or
Fluff Air cycle for rack drying.
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 recommended Automatic cycle is not available.
• The check mark (7) in the chart below
denotes recommended temperature
settings. If some types of loads in the
chart have more than one suggested
temperature setting, choose the lowest
setting available on your dryer.
• Always follow care label directions when
they are available.
TYPE OF LOAD
AUTOMATIC CYCLE
(heat settings)
High
COTTONS AND LINENS
Extra Heavy
Bedspreads, mattress pads, quilts
Heavyweight
Towels, jeans, corduroys, work clothes
Mediumweight
Sheets, cotton underwear, diapers
Lightweight
Batistes, organdies, lingerie
PERMANENT PRESS,
SYNTHETICS, AND BLENDS
Heavyweight
Work clothes, jackets, raincoats
Mediumweight
Shirts, play clothes, sheets, slacks
Lightweight
Lingerie, blouses, dresses
KNITS
Heavyweight
Cottons, rayons, blends, T-shirts,
slacks, shirts
Mediumweight
Synthetics (polyester, acrylic, etc.),
dress slacks, skirts, sweaters
Lightweight
Synthetics (polyester, acrylic, etc.) and
blends, lingerie, blouses, dresses
DELICATES**
Sheer curtains (2 or 3 panels),
gauze, lace, etc.
Medium*
Low
TIMED CYCLE
(minutes)
Extra
Low*
High
¢
70-80
¢
50-60
¢
40-50
¢
20-30
¢
40-50
,/
,/
Low
30-40
,/
20-30
,/
40-50
,/
¢
30-40
¢
¢
20-30
¢
,/
15-20
* Settings available only on dryer models with separate Temperature Selector.
** If you don't have low or extra low heat, use Fluff Air cycle (if available). Line drying is also
recommended for delicate fabrics.
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
in the dryer.
• Line dry bonded or laminated fabrics.
• Always follow care label directions when
they are available.
Fire Hazard
Use FluffAir Cycle or line dry items
listed below.
Do not use heat to dry these items.
Failure to do so can result in death
or fire.
TYPE OF LOAD
FLUFF AIR CYCLE*
(minutes)
RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE FABRICS
Foam Rubber- Pillows, padded bras, stuffed toys
20-30
• Make sure coverings are securely stitched.
• Shake and fluff pillows by hand several times during the Fluff
Air cycle.
• Make sure pillows are completely dry. Foam rubber pillows
take a long time to dry.
Plastic - Shower curtains, tablecloths
Rubber-backed rugs
Olefin, Polypropylene,
Sheer nylon
20-30
40-50
10-20
COTTON AND CANVAS SHOES
• Place several bath towels in the dryer to act as a buffer, or
place shoes on a drying rack if your dryer has one.
• Remove shoes from dryer while still damp.
• Stretch shoes and allow to air dry.
30-40
* Reset cycle as needed to complete drying.
11
End of cycle signal
(on some
mode|s)
The dryer 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 dryer as soon
as it stops. The End of Cycle On/Off Selector is part of the Start Button, as shown.
End of Cycle Signal
Off
On
Push
to Start
NOTE: Unless you turn the Selector to Off,
the end of cycle signal sounds at the end of
the drying cycle.
End of cycle signal and FiNiSH
GUARD ®
feature
(on some
modeJs)
You can turn the End of Cycle signal and
FINISH GUARD feature on and off.
NOTE: Unless you turn Off the Selectors
for the FINISH GUARD feature and End of
Cycle signal, they operate at the end of the
drying cycle.
Cycle Signal
CLEAN TOUCH TM panel
OR
Off
Finish
On
Guard
Rotary knob
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Using the drying
(Avai|ab|e
as an option
rack
on some
mode|s)
To order drying rack, call: 1-800-253-1301.
You will hear a recording. Follow the steps
to place an order.
4. Select the Timed drying cycle (and
temperature, if needed) or the Fluff Air
cycle (see page 11).
5. Push the Start Button.
The drying rack lets you dry 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
in the back wall of the dryer.
Lower the front so the legs
rest on the dryer opening.
NOTES:
2. Put wet items on top of the rack. Leave
space between the items so air
can
reach
all surfaces.
NOTE:
Make
sure nothing
hangs over the edge of the rack.
3. Close the door.
RACK DRY
• See the chart below for suggested cycles
and settings for the different types of items
that might best be rack dried.
• The rack must be removed for normal
tumbling.
• Drying time will depend on how much
moisture the items hold. The following
chart suggests drying times.
• Automatic cycles do not work with the
drying rack.
CYCLE
TEMPERATURE
TIME*
(minutes)
Wool sweaters
(Block to shape and lay flat on the rack)
Timed
Low or Extra Low
60
Stuffed toys or pillows
(Cotton or polyester fiber filled)
Timed
Low or Extra Low
60
Stuffed toys or pillows
(Foam rubber filled)
Fluff Air
None; cycle is unheated.
90
Sneakers or canvas shoes
Fluff Air
None; cycle is unheated.
30-40
* Reset cycle as needed to complete drying.
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Caring for Your Dryer
Proper care of your dryer can extend its life. This section explains how to care for your dryer
properly and safely.
Cleaning
Every
load
the lint screen
cleaning
The lint screen is located under a lid on top
of the dryer. Clean it before each load.
A screen blocked by lint can increase
drying time.
To clean:
1. Open the lid and pull the lint screen
_
towards
you.
2. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers.
to remove lint. Wet lint is hard
to remove.
Do not rinse or wash screen
3. Push the lint screen firmly back into place
and close the lid.
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.
• Some towels made of synthetic fibers and
natural fibers (polyester and cotton blends)
may shed more lint than other towels,
causing your dryer's lint screen to fill up
faster. Be sure to remove lint from the lint
screen before and after drying new towels.
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As needed
cleaning
Laundry detergents and fabric softeners
can cause a residue buildup on the lint
screen. This buildup can cause longer
drying times for your clothes, or cause the
dryer to stop before your load is completely
dry. Also, if lint falls off the screen, the
screen is probably clogged.
Clean the lint screen with a nylon brush
every six months or more frequently if it
becomes clogged due to a residue buildup.
Use the following method:
1. Wet both sides of lint screen with
hot water.
2. Wet a nylon brush with hot
liquid detergent;
screen with the
remove residue
water and
scrub lint
brush to
buildup.
3. Rinse screen with hot water.
4. Thoroughly dry lint screen with a clean
towel; replace in dryer.
Lint signal
(on some
mode|s)
The lint signal (a whistle tone) indicates
NOTE: Clean your lint screen before each
load. Do not wait for the lint signal.
screen restricts airflow and
i your
xcessive
lint isefficiency.
present
reduces
lint drying
screen.
A full linton
When you hear the signal, stop
the dryer and clean the lint screen.
Cleaning
the dryer interior
Garments which contain unstable dyes,
such as denim blue jeans or brightly colored
cotton items, may discolor the dryer interior.
These stains are not harmful to your dryer
and will not stain future loads of clothes. It
may be helpful to dry unstable dye items
inside out to prevent dye transfer.
To clean dryer drum:
1. Make a paste with powdered laundry
detergent and very warm water.
2. Apply paste to a soft cloth.
OR
Explosion Hazard
Use nonflammable cleaner.
Failure to do so can result in death,
explosion, or fire.
Apply a liquid, non-flammable household
cleaner to the stained area and
(_
excess dye is removed.
rub with a soft cloth until all
3. Wipe drum thoroughly with a damp cloth.
4. Tumble a load of clean cloths or towels to
dry drum.
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Changing
(on some
the drum light
models)
If your dryer has a drum light, it will be one
of two types, as shown. The dryer light
automatically turns on inside the dryer
drum when you open the door.
Fire Hazard
Replace light bulb cover before
operating dryer.
Failure to do so can result in death
or fire.
To change
drum
light type
1:
1. Unplug the dryer or disconnect the
electricity leading to the dryer at the main
power supply.
2. Open the dryer door. Remove the light
the
bulbback
coverwall
from
of
the dryer by
turning the cover
clockwise.
To change
drum
light
type
2:
1. Unplug the dryer or disconnect the electricity leading to the dryer at the main
power supply.
2. Open the dryer door. Remove the light
bulb cover from
the back wall of the
dryer by removing
the screw located
in the lower right
corner of the cover.
3. Remove the light bulb by turning it
counterclockwise.
3. Remove the light bulb by turning it counterclockwise.
4, Replace the bulb with a 40-watt appliance
bulb only.
5, Replace the light bulb cover and lock in
4. Replace the bulb with a 10-watt appliance
bulb only.
5. Replace the light bulb cover.
counterclockwise.
place by turning
6. Reconnect power supply.
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6. Reconnect power supply.
Removing
accumulated
lint
Lint can gather inside the dryer and be a fuel
for fire. Lint should be removed every two to
three 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 1-800-253-1301.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before cleaning.
Replace all panels before operating.
Failure to do so can result in death or
electrical shock.
For all electric dryers, or gas dryers
which have a lower front access panel
Thermostats
Heater
Heat element
box
terminals
NOTE: See page 18 if your dryer is gas and
has a full front panel.
1. Unplug the power supply cord or turn off
the electrical power.
2. Remove back panel (electric) or lower
front access panel (gas). See the Installation Instructions.
3. Remove lint from shaded area in illustration with a soft brush or vacuum cleaner.
Avoid damaging wires, thermostats
(electric), funnel (gas), or ignitor (gas).
4. Replace panel.
Electric
dryer
with back
panel
removed
Igni
Funnel
5. Reconnect and level dryer again, if
necessary.
Gas dryer with lower front
access panel removed
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If your dryer is gas and has a full front
panel, remove front panel as follows:
1. Unplug the power supply cord or turn off
the electrical power.
Remove
2. Open lint screen lid. Remove two screws
from lint screen area.
3. Open top by pulling forward and up at
each front corner (see View A). Rest
raised top against wall behind dryer (top
is hinged at rear).
4. Remove two internal screws from front
panel flanges (near top front corners). Lift
front panel slightly, lifting off lower clips
(see lower clip inset of View B). Slowly
pull front panel forward, disengaging
panel from drum. (Drum will drop slightly.)
screws
before opening top
I
View
A
View
B
5. Move front panel aside and rest edge
against side of dryer. Avoid disconnecting
wire clips (see wire clips inset of View B)
or damaging wires.
6. Remove lint from area shown in "gas
dryer" illustration on page 17 with soft
brush or vacuum cleaner. Avoid damaging wires, funnel, or ignitor.
7. Reassemble in reverse order. Before
closing the top, check the following:
-Drum seal must be flared out (see
drum seal insets of View B) and properly positioned against panel at back of
drum. Rotate drum counterclockwise
one full turn to check drum seal.
-Belt should be centered and tight on
dryer drum.
-Wire clip retainer, which holds the door
switch wires, must be secured to top of
front panel (see wire clips inset of View
B) and along top edge of side panel.
Door wires must not touch drum when
dryer is operating.
8. Replace top panel and lint screen screws.
Top and front panels must be securely in
place before operating dryer.
9. Reconnect power and level dryer again
(if necessary).
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For more information, call our
Consumer Assistance Center
1-800-253-1301
Laundry Tips
This section provides information on preparing clothes for drying, drying guidelines, and
instructions for drying special-care items.
NOTES:
• Refer to your Washer Use and Care Guide for proper washing techniques and additional
laundry tips.
• See pages 3 and 4 of this book for Important Safety Information.
Sorting
clothes
• Separate dark from light colors; colorfast
from non-colorfast. Items
properly sorted for washing
are usually properly sorted
for drying.
• Separate lint givers (towels, chenille) from
lint takers (corduroy, synthetics, permanent press). When possible, turn lint takers
inside out.
• Separate heavy fabrics (denim, towels)
from light fabrics (synthetics, permanent
press).
Choosing
load sizes
= Mix large items with smaller items. Load
space items take up, not by
their weight. Do not overload
the
the amount of
the dryer
dryer. by
Overcrowding
causes uneven drying and
wrinkling, and can cause items to wear
out faster (because of pilling).
• You may need to rearrange large items
(sheets, blankets, tablecloths) during a
cycle to reduce bailing or rolling up.
Drying
• For better tumbling action, when drying
only a few small items, add one or two
lint-free towels. This also prevents small,
lightweight items from blocking airflow.
tips
• Close zippers, snaps, and hooks to avoid
snagging other items. Remove
heat-sensitive trim that can
be damaged by drying. Tie
strings and sashes so they
will not tangle.
• Check garments to make sure all spots
and stains were removed during the wash.
Do not tumble dry soiled or stained items.
Heat may permanently set stains.
• Sharp or metal objects can damage your
dryer. Check pockets for pins,
clips, money, bolts, nuts, etc.
Do not lay these objects on
your dryer after emptying
pockets. Turn pockets of
heavy items inside out for even drying.
• Place small items such as baby socks or
hankies in a mesh bag for easier removal.
• Articles to be ironed should be removed
from the dryer while still damp.
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Using dryer fabric
softener
Dryer fabric softener sheets are recommended for reducing static cling and for
softening fabrics. Always use fabric softener
sheets labeled as dryer safe and follow
package instructions carefully.
• Put one fabric softener sheet on top of
the load before starting the
dryer. Do not add a fabric
softener sheet after the drying
cycle has started. Instant heat
can cause the fabric softener
to spot fabrics.
Saving
• Remove fabric softener stains by wetting
the stains and rubbing them with liquid
detergent or bar soap and rewash.
• Some fabric softener sheets can clog the
lint screen and slow drying if used repeatedly. Use fabric softener sheets only once.
Remember to remove the sheet with
the load.
energy
= Use an Automatic cycle to dry most loads.
• Dry only full loads without overdrying.
• Avoid overloading dryer, adding wet items
to a partly dried load, or opening the door
unnecessarily.
• Plan your laundry to dry one load
after another. A warm dryer shortens
drying time.
2O
sheets
• Shorten drying times by exhausting dryer
properly and cleaning exhaust duct and
outside exhaust hood as needed.
-Keep the lint screen clean.
-Use your dryer in a room where room air
temperature is above 45°F (7°C).
-Sort loads by fabric weight and type.
Drying
special-care
items
Most garments and household textiles have manufacturer's care labels with laundering
instructions. Always follow care label directions when they are available. Pages 10 and
11 include drying instructions for most types of washables. The chart below provides drying
instructions for special-care washables.
ITEMS
DRYING INSTRUCTIONS
Blankets and
woolens
Machine drying knitted woolens is not recommended. Block to shape
when wet and allow to air dry. Line dry blankets in the shade on a
breezy day over two lines. Pin edges together and straighten them.
When partly dry, turn the blanket over, re-pin, and re-straighten.
When dry, brush nap.
• Cotton, rayon,
synthetic blankets
Dry as recommended for permanent press fabrics on page 10.
• Electric blankets,
electric sheets,
woolen blankets,
washable woolen
garments
If manufacturer recommends machine drying:
1. Place one or two dry towels in the dryer and preheat 3-5 minutes
on a high setting. This will dry blankets faster and help avoid
pilling.
2. Put blanket in dryer with warm towels. Set control for 20 minutes.
3. Check after 10 minutes. Remove when still damp. Overdrying and
long tumbling can cause shrinking and pilling.
4. Place blanket on flat surface, or over two lines to finish drying.
Gently stretch to original size and shape.
5. When completely dry, brush gently to raise nap. Press binding
with cool iron if needed.
Curtains,
slipcovers
• Draperies,
slipcovers
Remove drapery weights and hooks before laundering.
For slipcovers, replace while still slightly damp. They will dry to fit
tightly.
Dry only a few minutes.
1. Leave room in dryer for load to fluff.
2. Remove from dryer while slightly damp. Do not overdry.
Diapers, baby
clothes
Wash and dry small items in a mesh bag or pillowcase for
convenient handling.
Remove diapers and cotton knit items while still slightly damp. They
will feel softer, shrink less, and be easier to fold.
Elastic items
Remove from dryer while still slightly damp.
Flame-retardant
finishes
Some items have been treated with a flame-retardant finish to
improve their resistance to burning. Such items are clearly labeled.
To retain flame-retardant qualities through continuous use and
washing, clean and dry according to the manufacturer's instructions.
continued
on next page
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ITEMS
DRYING INSTRUCTIONS
Napped items
Dry separately or with similar colors to avoid lint transfer. Follow care
label instructions.
= Corduroy,
velveteen
1. Remove from dryer while there is still a trace of moisture.
2. Smooth, reshape, and air dry before putting away.
Quilted, downfilled items
Follow care label instructions.
1. Dry one at a time.
2. Remove from dryer and shake or fluff the item during the
drying cycle.
3. Smooth and reshape before putting away.
Snowsuits,
jackets
• Nylon or
polyester
Check label for fiber content, then follow care label instructions.
1. Dry garment for about 10 minutes. Remove and turn inside out.
Dry for 10 more minutes.
2, Remove from dryer immediately and hang on a non-rusting hanger
to finish drying. This will help eliminate wrinkles.
Synthetic items
Dry these items inside out to avoid pilling.
Washable
Do not overdry knits. Overdrying can cause shrinking and static cling.
1. Select cycle according to fabric and construction.
knits
2. Turn synthetics and blends inside out when drying to avoid pilling.
3. Remove cotton and rayon knits while still slightly damp. Stretch into
shape and lay fiat to finish drying.
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Troubleshooting
Most laundering problems are easily solved if you understand the cause. Check the following
list for common laundry problems and the next page for common dryer problems. If you
need further assistance, see "Requesting Assistance or Service" on page 25.
Common
laundry
problems
PROBLEM
CAUSE
Greasy spots
* Dryer fabric softener improperly used. See manufacturer's
directions.
• Drying soiled items.
Lint
• Full lint screen. (See page 14.)
• Load not properly sorted.
• Overdrying, especially synthetic fabrics that cause lint-attracting
static electricity.
• Load size too big or heavy.
• Tissue or paper left in pockets.
• Pilling (surface fuzz caused by normal wear and laundering)
attracts lint.
Shrinking
• Overdrying.
• Fabric type and quality inappropriate for drying.
• Dryer settings incorrect for fabric type.
• Manufacturer's
Slow drying
or clothes
still wet
care label instructions not followed.
• Full or clogged lint screen. (See page 14.)
• Load too large and bulky to dry quickly.
• Dryer located in room with temperature below 45°F (7°C).
• Exhaust duct clogged, restricted, or too long.
Stains
• Drying soiled items.
• Dryer fabric softener improperly used. See manufacturer's
directions.
• Dryer interior stained. (See page 15 for cleaning procedures.)
Static
• Overdrying.
electricity
• Dryer fabric softener improperly used. See manufacturer's
directions.
• Load includes synthetics, synthetic blends, permanent press, and knit
fabrics that build up static electricity.
Wrinkling
• Overloading.
• Overdrying, especially permanent press, and synthetic fabrics.
• Clothes left in dryer at end of cycle.
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Common
dryer
problems
Before calling for service, check these:
ls exhaust duct or outside exhaust hood clogged with lint?
Is the dryer door firmly closed?
V
Are the controls set in an ON position?
Did you firmly push the Start Button?
Is lint screen clogged with lint?
ts the power cord plugged in?
Have you blown a fuse or tripped a circuit breaker?
Electric dryers use 2 household fuses (or breakers). The drum may be turning
but you may not have heat.
(_
For gas dryers, are the valves open on the dryer and the supply line?
Is the lint signal sounding (on some models)?
If you still have problems, see "Requesting Assistance or Service" on page 25.
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Requesting
Service
Assistance
or
Before calling for assistance or service, please check "Troubleshooting" on pages 23-24. It
may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below.
1. If you
need
Call the Whirlpool
assistance*
Consumer
...
Assistance
Dial toll-free from anywhere
in the U.S.A.:
_
enter telephone
number.
1-800-253-1301
and talk with one of our trained
consultants. The consultant can instruct you
in how to obtain satisfactory operation from
your appliance or, if service is necessary,
recommend a qualified service company in
your area.
If you prefer, write to:
Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances
Consumer Assistance Center
c/o Correspondence Dept.
2000 North M-63
Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692
Please include a daytime phone number in
your correspondence.
2.
If you
need
service*
...
Whirlpool has a nationwide network of
authorized Whirlpool service
technicians
trained service
to fulfill
companies. are
Whirlpool
the product warranty and
provide after-warranty service,
anywhere in the United States. To locate the
authorized Whirlpool service company in
your area, call our Consumer Assistance
Center telephone number (see Step 1) or
look in your telephone directory Yellow
Pages under:
*APPLIANCE-HOUSEHOLDMAJOR, SERVICE
& REPAIR
- See: Whirlpool Appliances
or
Authorized Whirlpool Service
(Example: XYZ Service Co.)
*WASHING
3.
MACHINES
DRYERS, SERVICE
If you need
replacement
FSP ÷
parts
...
FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool
Corporation for quality parts. Look for this
symbol of quality whenever you need a
replacement part for your WHIRLPOOL ®
appliance. FSP replacement parts will fit
right and work right, because they are made
to the same exacting specifications used to
build every new 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
with how the problem
was solved ...
• Contact the Major Appliance Consumer
Action Program (MACAP). MACAP is a
group of independent consumer experts
that voices consumer views at the highest
levels of the major appliance industry.
• Contact MACAP only when the dealer,
authorized servicer, and Whirlpool have
failed to resolve your problem.
Major Appliance Consumer Action Program
20 North Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60606
• MACAP will in turn inform us of your
action.
&
& REPAIR
- See:Whirlpool
Appliances
or
Authorized Whirlpool Service
(Example: XYZ Service Co.)
*When asking for help or service:
Please provide a detailed description of the problem, your appliance's complete model
and serial numbers, and the purchase date. (See page 2.) This information will help us
respond properly to your request.
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Index
This index is alphabetical.
page number.
Look for the word or phrase you want, and then look for the
TOPIC
PAGE
AIR DRYING ............................................
AUTOMATIC cycles ...................................
TOPIC
PAGE
11
FLUFF AIR cycle ........................................
8
8
HEAVY DRY cycle .....................................
8
CARE/CLEANING
Dryer interior .........................................
Lint screen ............................................
15
14
LINE DRYING ..........................................
11
LINT
Screen ..................................................
Removal ................................................
Signal ....................................................
CHOOSING LOAD SIZES .......................
19
14
17
15
LOAD
Size .......................................................
Sorting ..................................................
19
19
DRYER
Fabric softeners .................................... 20
Features ..................................................
5
Restarting ...............................................
7
Safety ...................................................
3-4
Starting ....................................................
6
Stopping ..................................................
7
RACK DRY
Feature ....................................................
Using .....................................................
9
13
SERVICE .................................................
25
DRYING
Cycles chart ..........................................
Rack ......................................................
Special-care items ................................
Tips .......................................................
SORTING LOAD ......................................
19
10
13
21
19
START BUTTON ........................................
7
END OF CYCLE signal ............................
12
CYCLES ..................................................
8-9
DAMP DRY cycle .......................................
8
DRUM LIGHT, Changing .........................
16
ENERGY
Preferred setting .................................
Saving ...................................................
FINISH GUARD <_>
Feature ....................................................
Selector .................................................
26
6, 8
20
9
12
SAFETY ..................................................
SELECTING CYCLE/SETTING
TEMPERATURE
3-4
................. 7
SELECTOR .............. 7, 10
TIMED cycles ..........................................
8-9
TOWELS feature ........................................
9
TROUBLESHOOTING
Dryer problems .....................................
Laundry problems .................................
24
23
TUMBLE PRESS e>cycle .............................
WARRANTY .............................................
9
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WH|RLPOOL °
Dryer Warranty
LENGTH OF WARRANTY
WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
FROM DATE OF PURCHASE
FSP _ replacement parts and repair labor to correct
defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be
provided by an authorized Whirlpool service company.
WHIRLPOOL
WILL NOT PAY FOR
A. Service calls to:
1. Correct the installation of your dryer.
2. Instruct you how to use your dryer.
3. Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing.
4. Replace light bulbs.
B. Repairs when your dryer is used in other than normal, single-family household use.
C. Pickup and delivery. Your dryer is designed to be repaired in the home.
D. Damage to your dryer caused by accident, misuse, fire, flood, acts of God, or use of
products not approved by Whirlpool.
E. Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the
appliance.
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WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so this exclusion or limitation may not apply to you. This warranty
gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state
to state.
Outside the United States, a different
your authorized Whirlpool dealer.
warranty
may apply. For details,
please contact
If you need service, first see the "Troubleshooting" section of this book. After checking
"Troubleshooting," additional help can be found by checking the "Requesting Assistance
or Service" section or by calling our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number,
1-800-253-1301, from anywhere in the U.S.A.
PART NO. 3405515
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