Whirlpool BYCD3722W0 User's Manual
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1. The exhaust vent can be routed up down left Failure to follow these instructions can right or straight out the result in death or fire back of the dryer Space requirements are listed If the dryer is not properly installed and vented it in your Installation will not be covered under the warranty Instructions NOTE Service calls caused by improper venting will be paid for by the customer whether it was a paid installation or self installed For paid installa tion call the company that installed the vent for adjustment De EM 1 Do not use plastic vent or flexible metal foil vent Use 4 inch heavy metal or flexible metal vent Do not kink or crush flexible metal vent It must be completely extended to allow adequate exhaust air to flow Check vent after installation Refer to your Installation Instructions for proper length requirements of vent CHECKING YOUR VENT VENTING cont 4 Use the straightest path possible when routing 6 Clean exhaust vent periodically depending on use the exhaust vent Avoid but at least every 2 years 90 turns if possible or when installing your Allow room when using dryer in a new location elbows or making turns e Disconnect vent from Bend vent gradually to the dryer and clean one avoid kinking section at a time until you reach the exhaust hood e Use the hose attach ment on your vacuum or a pole or wire with a feather duster or rag attached to cl2. or the gas supplier continued on next page DRYER SAFETY 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 e Read all instructions before using the dryer e Do 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 Do not allow children to play on or in the dryer Close supervision of children is necessary when the dryer is used near children e Before the dryer is removed from service or discarded remove the door to the drying compartment Do not reach into the dryer if the drum is moving e Do not install or store the dryer where it will be exposed to the weather e Do not tamper with controls e Do 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 e Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric softener or product e Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or similarly textured rubber like materials e Clean lint screen before or after each load Keep area around t
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4. Use C Care Electric and Gas Dryers A Note to You Dryer Safety Parts and Features 5 Checking Your Vent 6 Operating Your Caring for Your Requesting Assistance or Service Warranty 1 800 253 1301 Call us with questions or comments Pen PART NO 3406078 A Note TO You Thank you for buying this appliance You have purchased a quality world class appliance To ensure that you enjoy years of trouble free operation we developed this Use and Care Guide It is full of valuable information about how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely Please read it carefully Also complete and mail 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 for your appli Model Number ance you need to know your complete model number Serial Number and serial number You can find this information on the model and serial number label plate see the diagram Purchase Date on the Parts and Features section for the location of Dealer Name the label Also record the other information shown in Dealer Address the next column Dealer Phone Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference Our Consumer Assistance Center number is toll free i 800 253 1301 DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others is
5. ach load A screen blocked a residue buildup on the lint screen This buildup by lint can increase drying time can cause longer drying times for your clothes or To clean cause the dryer to stop before your load is com pletely dry You may be able to see this buildup or the lint may be falling off the screen because it is clogged Clean the lint screen with a nylon brush every six months or more frequently if it becomes clogged due to a residue buildup 1 Open the lid and pull the lint screen towards you Use the following method 1 Wet both sides of lint screen with hot water 2 Wet a nylon brush with hot water and liquid detergent scrub lint screen with the brush to remove residue buildup 2 Roll lint off the screen with your fingers Do not rinse or wash screen to remove lint Wet lint is hard to remove 3 Rinse screen with hot water 4 Thoroughly dry lint screen with a clean towel replace in dryer 3 Push the lint screen firmly back into place and close the lid IMPORTANT e 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 e 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 e If lint fa
6. ailable to Specialized customer assistance Spanish speak assist you ing hearing impaired limited vision etc When calling e Referrals to local dealers service companies and Please know the purchase date and repair parts distributors the complete model and serial number l M of your appliance see the A Note to You section Our service technicians are trained to fulfill the This information will help us better respond to your Product warranty and provide after warranty service request anywhere in the United States To locate the authorized service company in your Our consultants provide assistance with area you can also look in your telephone directory e Features and specifications on our full line Yellow Pages of appliances e Installation information e Use and maintenance procedures IF YOU NEED REPLACEMENT PARTS To locate replacement parts in your area call our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number or your nearest authorized service center 17 This index is alphabetical Look for the word or phrase you are interested in then look for the page number TOPIC PAGE ASSISTANCE ccr diia teste ace 17 AUTOMATIC CYCLES cin cecicnniaianasinns 10 CARE CLEANING DIVGE NtoO au uci dss Pr Rin RM TD UR NIEE 13 Water ROTE CET 12 CHOOSING LOAD SIZES 8 9 CY GES c N 10 11 DRUM LIGHT iiti ea ae ees 14 DRYER FOS M T 5 Restan eo ien
7. ally turns to an Off area and tumbling stops e If the load is drier than you like select a setting closer to Less Dry the next time you dry a similar load e 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 Drying time with an Automatic cycle varies accord ing to the type of fabric size of load and dryness setting Your model may not have all heat settings listed Some general guidelines are Use a high heat setting for drying heavyweight items such as towels and work clothes e Use a medium heat setting for drying medium weight items such as sheets underwear permanent press clothes and some knits Use a low heat setting for drying lightweight items such as lingerie blouses dresses and some knits NOTE If you have any questions about drying temperatures for various loads refer to care label directions Timed cycle s Use a Timed drying cycle to complete drying if some items are damp after the Automatic cycle A Timed drying cycle is also useful for Heavyweight and bulky items such as bed spreads and work clothes and large loads that require a long drying time Set your dryer to a heat setting that matches the care label directions e Lightweight items such as lingerie blouses and knits that require a short drying time Set your dryer for Low heat Drying time and temperat
8. cuit breaker Electric dryers use 2 household fuses or breakers 2 Lint accumulation in hood or exhaust vent or extended drying times Is lint screen full wp Is exhaust vent or outside exhaust hood clogged with lint Refer to venting section on pages 6 to 7 16 For gas dryers is the valve open on the supply line See Installation Instructions wr For electric dryers 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 If the dryer hasn t been used forawhile there may be a thumping sound during the first few minutes of operation If noises continue call the Consumer Assistance Center When operating a new dryer the new electric heating element may have an odor Are household chemical odors being drawn into dryer Proper ventilation must be used if painting or staining near the dryer NOTE Store and use paints varnishes etc away from your dryer If you still have problems see Requesting Assist ance or Service on page 17 REQUESTING ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE To avoid unnecessary service calls please check the Troubleshooting section It may save you the cost of a service call If you still need help follow the instructions below IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Call our toll free number at 1 800 253 1301 Accessory and repair parts sales Our consultants are av
9. d e Overdrying especially synthetic fabrics that cause lint attracting static electricity Load size too big or heavy e Tissue or paper left in pockets e Pilling surface fuzz caused by normal wear and laundering attracts lint Static electricity e Overdrying e Dryer fabric softener improperly used See package directions Load includes synthetics synthetic blends permanent press and knit fabrics that build up static electricity Wrinkling e Overloading e Overdrying especially permanent press and synthetic fabrics e Large items balling or rolling up e Clothes left in dryer at end of cycle Shrinking e Overdrying e Fabric or garment is not designed for tumble drying e Dryer settings incorrect for fabric type e Care label instructions not followed Greasy spots stains e Dryer fabric softener improperly used Do not add to a warm load e Drying soiled items Color change e Drying dark colors with light colors Drying colorfast colors with non colorfast colors Garment damage e Zippers snaps and hooks left open e Strings and sashes not tied to prevent tangling e Care label instructions not followed 15 TROUBLESHOOTING COMMON DRYER PROBLEMS 1 Dryer will not start Is the dryer door firmly closed hb Are the controls set in an ON position wp Did you firmly push the Start button wp Is the power cord plugged in D Have you blown a fuse or tripped a cir
10. dryer Failure to do so can result in death or fire 4 Replace the bulb with a 40 watt appliance bulb only 5 Replace the light bulb cover and lock in place by tuming counterclockwise 6 Plug in dryer or reconnect power REMOVING ACCUMULATED LINT FROM INSIDE THE DRYER CABINET Lint can gather inside the dryer and be a fuel for fire Lint should be removed every 2 years or more often depending on dryer usage Cleaning should be done by a qualified person 14 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 17 NOTE In the following list the most common laundry problems are listed first COMMON LAUNDRY PROBLEMS Problem Cause Slow drying or clothes still wet Incorrect cycle or temperature setting selected e Full or clogged lint screen See page 12 e Exhaust vent clogged restricted or too long See pages 6 to 7 and Installation Instructions e Dryer located in room with temperature below 45 F 7 C e Load too large and bulky to dry quickly e Drying heavy fabrics denim towels with light fabrics synthetics permanent press e Fabric softener sheet blocking exhaust grill inside dryer drum Lint e Full lint screen See page 12 Load not properly sorte
11. ean out lint 5 Use duct tape to seal all joints Do not use screws to secure vent e Be sure the flapper on the outside end of vent Lint may catch on moves freely Screws e When cleaning is complete be sure to follow the Installation Instructions supplied with your dryer for final product check OPERATING YOUR DRYER To get the best dryer results possible you must use your dryer correctly This section tells you how to use your dryer properly and efficiently STARTING YOUR DRYER AWARNING AWARNING Fire Hazard No washer can completely remove oil Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on it including cooking oils Items containing foam rubber or plastic must be dried on a clothesline or by using an Air Cycle Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors such as gasoline away from dryer Do not dry anything that has ever had anything flammable on it even after washing Failure to follow these instructions can result in death explosion or fire Before using your dryer wipe the dryer drum witha 3 If your dryer has a Temperature selector set it to damp cloth to remove dust from storing and shipping If your dryer has a Features Guide remove it and place it with this Use and Care Guide 1 Load clothes loosely into the dryer and close the door Do not pack the dryer allow space for clothes to tumble f
12. escribe the drying cycles Drying tips on your dryer The descriptions include suggested temperature settings and drying times for various loads Always follow care label directions when they are available If you use fabric softener sheets always use e softener sheets that are labeled as dryer safe and Cycle and temperature tips follow package instructions eres e Make sure you have selected the correct cycle e Remove the load from the dryer as soon as and temperature for your load tumbling stops to reduce wrinkling This is e Dry most loads using the Energy Preferred especially important for permanent press knits Automatic Setting and synthetic fabrics Use the Fluff Air cycle or line dry rubber plastic delicate and heat sensitive fabrics e If some types of loads in the cycle descriptions on the following pages have more than one suggested temperature setting choose the lowest setting available on your dryer e The last few minutes of all cycles are without heat to make the load cooler to handle OPERATING YOUR DRYER CYCLE DESCRIPTIONS 10 Automatic cycle s Use an Automatic cycle to dry most loads Depending on your model the Automatic cycle uses either an electronic or automatic control that senses the moisture in the load and shuts off the dryer when the selected dryness is reached The Cycle Control Knob does not move until the load is almost dry After the cool down the Knob automatic
13. he exhaust opening and adjacent surrounding areas free from the accumulation of lint dust and dirt e The interior of the dryer and exhaust vent should be cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel e See Installation Instructions for grounding requirements SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS PARTS AND FEATURES The parts and features of your dryer are illustrated on this page 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 Start button Cycle control p 8 Lint screen p 12 Dryer drum p 13 Small side swing Lr POS Additional features your dryer may have End of cycle signal selector p 8 Drum light p 14 CHECKING YOUR VENT 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 and ventilation air Install your dryer in a well ventilated room where the temperature is always above 45 F 7 C Also make sure that your dryer is leveled Refer to your Installation Instructions for more information 2 U 4 inch exhaust hood Smaller hood AWARNING eae 4 ae pay XA Fire Hazard Use a heavy metal vent Do not use a plastic vent Do not use a metal foil vent N 3
14. lls into chute double check exhaust hood and clean out lint if necessary 12 CARING FOR YOUR DRYER CLEANING THE DRYER INTERIOR Garments which contain unstable dyes such as denim blue jeans or brightly colored cotton items AWAR INI N G may discolor the dryer interior These stains are not harmful to your dryer and will not stain future loads of clothes It is helpful to dry unstable dye items inside out to prevent dye transfer NOTE Even after cleaning these stains may reappear when similar loads are dried To clean dryer drum Explosion Hazard 1 Make a paste with powdered laundry detergent Use nonflammable cleaner and very warm water Failure to do so can result in death 2 Apply paste to a soft cloth explosion or fire OR Apply a liquid non flammable household cleaner to the stained area and rub with a soft cloth until all excess dye is removed 3 Wipe drum thoroughly with a damp cloth 4 Tumble a load of clean cloths or towels to dry drum 13 CARING FOR YOUR DRYER CHANGING THE DRUM LIGHT The dryer light automatically turns on inside the dryer drum when you open the door To change drum light 1 Unplug dryer or disconnect power 2 Open the dryer door Remove the light bulb cover from the back wall of the dryer by turning the cover clockwise 3 Remove the light bulb by turning it counterclockwise AWARNING NY Fire Hazard Replace light bulb cover before operating
15. reely the recommended setting for the type of fabric being dried The cycle descriptions on the following pages include temperature setting suggestions OPTIONAL STEP If your dryer has a Cycle Signal End of Cycle Signal selector set the selector to On if you want the dryer to sound a signal when a 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 On some models the End of Cycle Signal is part of the Start button 5 Push the Start Button 2 Turn the Cycle Control Knob to the recommended cycle for the type of load being dried as described in Cycle descriptions later in this section Use the Energy Preferred Automatic Setting to dry most loads NOTE On some models the Temperature selector is part of the Cycle Control Knob NOTE Your dryer stops automatically when a cycle ends OPERATING YOUR DRYER STARTING YOUR DRYER coNr Stopping and restarting your dryer To restart your dryer Close the door select a new cycle and temperature if desired and push the Start button You can stop your dryer anytime during a cycle To stop your dryer Open the dryer door 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 TEMPERATURE SETTING The following pages d
16. ring 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 abuse fire flood acts of God improper installation including but not limited to venting with plastic or flexible foil installation not in accordance with local electrical or plumbing codes use of products not approved by the dryer manufacturer E Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the appliance WE 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 warranty may also apply For details please contact your authorized distributor or dealer If you need service first see the Troubleshooting section of this book After checking Troubleshooting additional help is available 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 3406078 10 97 1997 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U S A
17. ure will depend on your dryer model Fluff Air cycle on some models Use the unheated Fluff Air cycle for items that require g drying without heat The chart on page 12 includes examples of items that require air drying NOTE If your model does not have the Fluff Air cycle line dry heat sensitive items OPERATING YOUR DRYER FLUFF AIR CYCLE The chart below includes examples of items that require drying without heat Use the Fluff Air cycle or place the items on a line or rack to air dry Line dry bonded or laminated fabrics e Always follow care label directions when they are available TYPE OF LOAD FLUFF AIR CYCLE minutes RUBBER PLASTIC HEAT SENSITIVE FABRICS Foam Rubber Pillows padded bras stuffed toys 20 to 30 e Make sure coverings are securely stitched Shake and fluff pillows by hand several times during the Fluff Air cycle e Make sure pillows are completely dry Foam rubber pillows take a long time to dry Plastic Shower curtains tablecloths 20 to 30 Rubber backed rugs 40 to 50 Olefin Polypropylene Sheer nylon 10 to 20 Reset cycle as needed to complete drying 11 CARING FOR YOUR DRYER Proper care of your dryer can extend its life and help your dryer operate efficiently CLEANING THE LINT SCREEN Every load cleaning As needed cleaning The lint screen is located under a lid on top of the Laundry detergents and fabric softeners can cause dryer Clean it before e
18. 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 hazards that can kill or hurt you and others All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word DANGER or WARNING These words mean You will be killed or seriously injured if you don t A DA Ni G E HR follow instructions You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t AWAR N i N G follow instructions All safety messages will identify the hazard tell you how to reduce the chance of injury and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed 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 death Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS e Do not try to light any appliance e Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building e Clear the room building or area of all occupants e Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions e If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency
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