Whirlpool 3401092 Clothes Dryer User Manual
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3. To retain flame retardant qualities through continuous use and washing clean and dry according to the manufacturer s instructions continued on next page 19 LAUNDRY TIPS DRYING INSTRUCTIONS Napped items Dry separately or with similar colors to avoid lint transfer Follow care label instructions Corduroy 1 Remove from dryer while there is still a trace of moisture velveteen 2 Smooth reshape and air dry before putting away Quilted down Follow care label instructions filled items 1 Dry one ata time 2 Remove from dryer and shake or fluff the item during the drying cycle 3 Smooth and reshape before putting away Snowsuits Check label for fiber content then follow care label instructions jackets e Nylon or 1 Dry garment for about 10 minutes Remove and turn inside out polyester 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 Tinted dyed or Dry according to fabric weight and care label instructions Wipe the noncolorfast dryer drum carefully to remove any dye or lint that can be transferred items to other loads See Cleaning the dryer interior on page 14 Washable knits Do not overdry knits Overdrying can cause shrinking and static cling 1 Select cycle according to fabric and construction 2 Turn synthetics and blends inside out when drying to avoid pilling 3 Remove cotton and rayon knit
4. o Whirlpool HOW TO MAKE A HOME RUN Use AndCare A Note to You Dryer Safety 000 3 4 Parts and Features 5 Operating Your Dryer 6 Before starting your dryer 6 Starting your dryer 6 Stopping restarting your dryer n 6 Selecting the right cycle and setting e 7 End of Cycle signal 11 Using End of Cycle signal and FINISH GUARD feature eee 11 Using the drying rack 12 Caring for Your Dryer 13 16 Laundry Tips 17 20 Troubleshooting 21 22 Requesting Assistance or Service 23 1 800 253 1301 Call our Consumer Assistance Center with questions or comments ELECTRIC AND GAS DRYERS PART NO 3401092 D Line 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 It 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
5. qualified person If you have any questions or comments please call our Consumer Assistance Center at 1 800 253 1301 For all electric dryers or gas dryers which have a lower front access panel NOTE See page 16 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 Installa tion Instructions 3 Remove lint from shaded area in illustra tion with a soft brush or vacuum cleaner Avoid damaging wires thermostats electric funnel gas or ignitor gas 4 Replace panel 5 Reconnect and level dryer again if necessary AWARNING Electrical Shock Hazard e Unplug the power supply cord or turn off the electrical power before remov ing dryer panels e Make sure the dryer is cool e Dryer parts can have sharp edges Use care when handling e When replacing front panel after lint removal the wire clips holding the door switch wires must be anchored to top of front and side panels Wires MUST NOT touch rotating drum See page 16 Step 7 Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or personal injury Thermostats Heater Heat element box terminals Electric dryer with back panel removed Ignitor Funnel a Gas dryer with lower front access panel removed 15 CARING FOR YOUR DRYER If your dryer is gas and has a full front panel remove f
6. call to request service on Model Number your appliance you need to know your complete model number and serial number You can find this information on the model Purchase Date and serial number label in the door well see Dealer Name diagram on page 5 for location of label Please also record the purchase date of your appliance and your dealer s name Dealer Phone address and telephone number Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference Serial Number Dealer Address number is toll free 24 hours a day 1 800 253 1301 Dryer Safety Your safety is important to us This guide contains safety statements under AWARNING warning symbols Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given Here is a brief explana tion of the use of the symbol IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AWARNING 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 This symbol will help alert you to such dangers as personal injury burns fire and electrical shock 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 buildi
7. service first see the Requesting Assistance or Service section of this book After checking Requesting Assistance or Service additional help is available by calling our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number 1 800 253 1301 from anywhere in the U S A Printed on recycled paper 10 post consumer waste 50 recovered materials PART NO 3401092 D Line 1995 Whirlpool Corporation Registered Trademark TM Trademark of Whirlpool U S A Printed in U S A
8. SH GUARD ON OFF selector Rack Dry Feature on some models You may want to dry some items without tumbling Such as wool sweaters stuffed toys or pillows Use the drying rack see page 12 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 e Be sure to follow the instructions on page 12 for installing the drying rack in your dryer and placing items on the rack e Use the chart on page 12 to determine temperatures and drying times e You may use either the Timed cycle or Fluff Air cycle for rack drying OPERATING YOUR DRYER Drying cycles chart Use the chart below to help you make e The check mark v in the chart below drying selections The chart suggests heat denotes recommended temperature settings and drying times for various loads settings If some types of loads in the NOTES chart have more than one suggested i i temperature setting choose the lowest e Use an Automatic cycle to dry most loads setting available on your dryer Use a Timed cycle only if the recom e Always follow care label directions when mended Automatic cycle is not available they are available TYPE OF LOAD AUTOMATIC CYCLE TIMED CYCLE heat settings minutes Low 70 80 50 60 A 40 50 J 20 30 40 50 20 30 COTTONS AND LINENS Extra Heavy Bedspreads mattr
9. See page 14 for cleaning procedures Overdrying Dryer fabric softener improperly used See manufacturer s directions e Load includes synthetics synthetic blends permanent press and knit fabrics that build up static electricity e Overloading e Overdrying especially permanent press and synthetic fabrics e Clothes left in dryer at end of cycle 21 T ROUBLESHOOTING Common dryer problems Before calling for service check these AK NA Is the dryer door firmly closed wv Are the controls set in an ON position v Did you firmly push the Start Button D i Is lint screen clogged with lint amp Is the power cord plugged in D Have you blown a fuse or tripped the circuit breaker D amp is exhaust duct or outside exhaust hood clogged with lint D i For gas dryers are the valves open on the dryer and the supply line amp Is the dryer making noise Is there a thumping sound from support rollers indicating dryer has not been used for awhile Is the lint signal sounding If you still have problems see Requesting Assistance or Service on page 23 22 Requesting Assistance or Service Before calling for assistance or service please check Troubleshooting on pages 21 22 It may save you the cost of a service call If you still need help follow the instructions below 1 If you need assistance Call the Whirlpool Consumer Assistanc
10. WARRANTY 0 escseeseseeeeseeteeesaeeeteeneeeees 28 WHIRLPOOL Dryer Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY FSP replacement parts and repair labor to correct From Date of Purchase 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 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 warranty may also apply For details please contact your authorized Whirlpool distributor or military exchange If you need
11. ated fabrics damaged items e Always follow care label directions when they are available TYPE OF LOAD FLUFF AIR CYCLE minutes DELICATE FABRICS Sheer curtains 2 or 3 panels gauze lace etc Use Fluff Air cycle if low heat is not available See page 9 20 30 RUBBER PLASTIC HEAT SENSITIVE FABRICS Foam Rubber Pillows padded bras stuffed toys Make sure coverings are securely stitched e 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 Rubber backed rugs Olefin Polypropylene Sheer nylon COTTON AND CANVAS SHOES e Place several bath towels in the dryer to act as a buffer or place shoes on a drying rack if your dryer has one e Remove shoes from dryer while still damp e Stretch shoes and allow to air dry Reset cycle as needed to complete drying 10 OPERATING YOUR DRYER End of Cycle signal on some models The dryer sounds a signal to let you know On some dryers the end of cycle signal is when the cycle is finished The not adjustable signal is helpful when you are e On other dryers the end of cycle signal drying permanent press can be turned On or Off by a selector The synthetics and other items end of cycle On Off selector is part of the that should be removed from Start Button on some models The vario
12. done periodically by a qualified person e Do not allow children to operate play with or crawl inside your dryer Supervise children when your dryer is used near children e Do not reach into a dryer if the drum is moving e Install and or store dryer where it will not be exposed to the weather Do not tamper with the controls e Do not dry rubber rubber like or heat sensitive materials with heat Unplug the power supply cord or turn off electrical power before attempting to service your dryer Also shut off gas valve if you have a gas dryer e When removing from service or discard ing a dryer always remove the door to prevent accidental entrapment e Clean lint screen before or after each load e Use only fabric softeners specifically labeled as not being harmful to the dryer Understanding your responsibilities is used only for jobs normally expected of home clothes dryers is not used by anyone unable to operate it properly e Never operate the dryer if it is not working right i e noisy too hot it is damaged parts are missing all panels are not in place the lint screen is loose damaged or missing See the Installation Instructions for com plete information e Be sure that your dryer is located in an area where the temperature is above 45 F 7 C is properly installed in a well ventilated room and leveled on a floor that can support the weight
13. drying 4 hangs over the edge of the rack RACK DRY CYCLE TEMPERATURE TIME minutes Wool sweaters Timed LOW or EX LOW Block to shape and lay flat on the rack Fluff Air None cycle is unheated 90 30 40 4 Select the Timed drying cycle and temperature if needed or the Fluff Air cycle see page 7 5 Push the Start Button NOTES e 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 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 the lint screen Every load 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 not rinse or wash screen to 7 remove lint Wet lint is hard to remove 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 e Some towels made of synthetic fibers and natural fibers polyester and cotton blends may shed more lin
14. drying Use fabric soften ers labeled as dryer safe Saving energy e Use an Automatic cycle to dry most loads e Dry only full loads without overdrying e 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 e 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 Vacation care 1 Unplug power supply cord or turn off electrical power supply 2 Clean lint screen 18 LAUNDRY TIPS 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 9 and 10 include drying instructions for most types of washables The chart below provides drying instructions for special care washables ITEMS DRYING INSTRUCTIONS Blankets and Machine drying knitted woolens is not recommended Block to shape woolens 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 e Cotton rayon Dry as rec
15. e Center telephone number Dial toll free from anywhere in the U S A x 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 Mr Wiltiam Clark Consumer Assistance Representative Whirlpool Corporation 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 companies Whirlpool service technicians are trained to fulfill 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 HOUSEHOLD MAJOR SERVICE amp REPAIR See Whirlpool Appliances or Authorized Whirlpool Service Example XYZ Service Co WASHING MACHINES amp DRYERS SERVICE amp REPAIR See Whirlpool Appliances or Authorized Whirlpool Service Example XYZ Service Co When asking for help or service 3 If you need FSP replacement parts FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts Look for this symbol of quality whenever
16. elps you learn to use your dryer efficiently and safely Refer to Laundry Tips on page 17 for additional information on sorting loading and drying most types of washables Before starting your dryer Before using your dryer wipe the dryer drum Your dryer may have a Dryer Features with a damp cloth to remove Guide usually located on top dust from storing and shipping 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 Starting your dryer 1 Load clothes into the dryer and close 3 If your dryer has a Temperature Selector the door set it to the desired setting 4 see page 9 Some dryer Paw models have either a rotary knob or pushbutton Tempera ture Selector 2 Turn the Cycle Control Knob to the 4 Push the Start Button desired cycle Use the Energy Preferred Automatic Setting la to dry most loads see page 7 EC Stopping restarting your dryer NOTE Your dryer stops automatically when a cycle ends You can stop your dryer anytime during To restart the dryer a cycle 1 Close the door To stop the dryer either 2 Select a new cycle and temperature if i Open the dryer door desired 3 Push the Start Button e Turn the Cycle Control Knob to LE OFF NOTE The Cycle Control Knob should point to an OFF area when the dryer is not in use 6 OPERATING YOUR DRYER Select
17. ess pads quilts Heavyweight Towels jeans corduroys work clothes J Mediumweight Sheets cotton underwear diapers WA Lightweight Batistes organdies lingerie PERMANENT PRESS SYNTHETICS AND BLENDS Heavyweight Work clothes jackets raincoats Mediumweight Shirts play clothes sheets slacks Lightweight Lingerie blouses dresses S E 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 Settings available only on dryer models with separate Temperature Selector Fluff Air cycle if available or line drying is also recommended for delicate fabrics See page 10 OPERATING YOUR DRYER Fluff Air cycle or line dryin ve ying AWARNING The chart below includes examples of items that require drying without heat Use the Fire Hazard Fluff Air cycle if available on your dryer Do not dry heat sensitive fabrics model or place the items on a line or rack plastic rubber or some stuffed items to air dry with heat Use the Fluff Air cycle if NOTES available or dry these items on a line e Heat sensitive fabrics should not be dried or rack in the dryer Failure to do so could result in fire or e Line dry bonded or lamin
18. ew small items add one or two lint free towels This also prevents small lightweight items from blocking airflow Drying tips e Close zippers snaps and hooks to avoid a snagging other items Remove heat sensitive trim that can be 4 damaged by drying Tie strings K and sashes so they will not wes tangle e 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 e 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 e Place small items such as baby socks or hankies in a mesh bag for easier removal e Articles to be ironed should be removed from the dryer while still damp 17 LAUNDRY TIPS Using dryer fabric softeners Dryer fabric softeners are recommended for reducing static cling and for softening fabrics Always follow package instructions carefully e 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 e Remove fabric softener stains by wetting the stains and rubbing them with liquid detergent or bar soap and rewash e Some fabric softeners can clog the lint screen and slow
19. il all excess dye is removed e Make sure the dryer is cool e Use nonflammable cleaner Failure to do so could result in electri cal shock or injury fire or explosion 3 Wipe thoroughly with a damp cloth 4 Tumble a load of rags to dry Changing the drum light on some models The dryer light automatically turns on inside the dryer drum when you open the door AWARNING To change drum light Electrical Shock and Fire Hazard 1 Unplug the dryer or disconnect the e Before removing light bulb either electricity leading to the dryer at the main unplug the dryer or disconnect the power supply dryer at the main power supply 2 Open the dryer door Remove the light e The bulb cover must be in place bulb cover from the back wall during dryer operation to prevent KERN of the dryer by turning the overheating and possible damage a H i T cover clockwise to fabrics Operating the dryer with the bulb cover removed can cause the dryer to fail or 3 Remove the light bulb by turning it create a fire hazard counterclockwise 4 Replace the bulb with a 40 watt appliance bulb only 5 Replace the light bulb cover and lock in place by turning counterclock wise 6 Reconnect power supply 14 CARING FOR YOUR DRYER Removing accumulated lint Lint can gather inside the dryer and be a fuel for fire Lint should be removed every 2 to 3 years or more often depending on dryer usage Cleaning should be done by a
20. ing the right cycle and setting The following pages describe the cycles on your dryer Refer to the charts on pages 9 10 for help in selecting drying cycles Drying guidelines e Always follow care label directions when they are available e Use the Fluff Air cycle or line dry rubber plastic delicate and heat sensitive fabrics see page 10 e The last few minutes of all cycles are without heat to make the load easier to handle e 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 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 e f 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 com plete 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 9 NOTES e Some Automatic cycles use an electronic DRY MISER control that senses the amount of moisture in the load e Other Automatic cycles use an automatic DRY MISER c
21. lace top panel and lint screen screws Top and front panels must be securely in morg oe oh ier place before operating dryer onsumer Assistance Center 9 Reconnect power and level dryer again if necessary 24 hours a day 1 800 253 1301 16 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 e 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 4 drying e Separate heavy fabrics denim towels from light fabrics synthetics permanent press e Separate lint givers towels chenille from lint takers corduroy synthetics perma nent press When possible turn lint takers inside out Choosing load sizes e Mix large items with smaller items Load d the dryer by the amount of space items take up not by their weight Do not overload the dryer 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 balling or rolling up e For better tumbling action when drying only a f
22. n packed ina suitcase or closet or of a cycle As soon as the dryer stops fold or Towels Feature on some models When you have large loads of towels to dry mJ you may want to use the Towels feature in the Automatic cycle The 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 8 dry large items or items that are thicker or heavier than a regular load such require an entire drying are heavy cottons such not want to become stiff are easier to press when wrinkles from clothes that from items not removed from the dryer at the end put the items on hangers Towels setting allows for FINISH GUARD Feature on some 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 If 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 11 if your model has a FINI
23. ng 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 or the gas supplier continued on next page Important Safety Instructions AWARNING To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or injury to persons when using your dryer follow basic precautions including the following e Read all instructions before using your dryer e Dryer must be electrically grounded See the Installation Instructions e Do not machine wash or machine dry items cleaned washed soaked in or spotted with wax paint gasoline oil dry cleaning solvents or other flammable fluids The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion Always hand wash and line dry items containing these materials Do not wash or dry items that are soiled with vegetable or cooking oil These items may contain some oil after laun dering Due to the remaining oil the fabric may smoke or catch fire by itself e Store flammable solvents or fluids away from your dryer e Dry cleaning solvents or fluids should never be put directly into your dryer e Do not let dust lint paper rags chemi cals etc pile up around or under the dryer Do not allow lint to build up inside the dryer or exhaust system Cleaning should be
24. ommended for permanent press fabrics on page 9 synthetic blankets e Electric blankets If manufacturer recommends machine drying electric sheets 1 Place one or two dry towels in the dryer and preheat 3 5 minutes woolen blankets on a high setting This will dry blankets faster and help avoid washable woolen pilling garments Put blanket in dryer with warm towels Set control for 20 minutes Check after 10 minutes Remove when still damp Overdrying and long tumbling can cause shrinking and pilling Place blanket on flat surface or over two lines to finish drying Gently stretch to original size and shape When completely dry brush gently to raise nap Press binding with cool iron if needed Curtains Remove drapery weights and hooks before laundering slipcovers For slipcovers replace while still slightly damp They will dry to fit tightly e Draperies Dry only a few minutes slipcovers 1 Leave room in dryer for load to fluff 2 Remove from dryer while slightly damp Do not overdry Diapers baby Wash and dry small items in a mesh bag or pillowcase for clothes 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 Some items have been treated with a flame retardant finish to finishes improve their resistance to burning Such items are clearly labeled
25. ontrol that senses the exhaust temperature and determines the dryness of the load e Overdrying can cause shrinkage static cling and damage to some fabrics e Refer to pages 17 20 for information about sorting clothes for drying choosing load sizes drying tips using dryer fabric softeners saving energy drying special care items Timed Cycle s Use a Timed cycle to complete drying if some items are damp after Automatic drying Timed drying is also useful for e Delicate items and small loads that need a short drying time e Bulky items and large loads that require a long drying time Some models offer high heat and low heat Timed cycles see page 9 Fluff Air Cycle on some models The Fluff Air cycle has no heat Use this un heated cycle to fluff or air dry bedding plastic table cloths foam pillows sneakers etc See page 10 for more information about the Fluff Air cycle NOTE If your model does not have the Fluff Air cycle line dry heat sensitive items OPERATING YOUR DRYER Heavy Dry Cycle on some models Use a Dry and a high heat setting to as heavy cotton bath sheets or robes Damp Dry Cycle on some models Use Damp Dry to dry items to damp level or to dry items that do not cycle Two examples as jeans which you do or cotton clothes which damp TUMBLE PRESS Cycle on some models The TUMBLE PRESS cycle removes have bee
26. ront panel as follows 1 Unplug the power supply cord or turn off the electrical power 2 Open lint screen lid Remove two screws Remove screws from lint screen area before opening top 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 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 15 with soft brush or vacuum cleaner Avoid damag ing 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 prop erly positioned against panel at back of drum Rotate drum counterclockwise __ one full turn to check drum seal Beit should be centered and tight on dryer drum Wire clips which hold the door switch wires must be anchored in slot in top of front panel see wire clips inset of f View B and along top edge of side View B panel Door wires must not touch drum when dryer is operating See Warning page 15 8 Rep
27. s while still slightly damp Stretch into shape and lay flat to finish drying 20 Troubleshooting Most laundering problems are easily solved if you understand the cause Check the following list for laundry problems you may have and their possible causes Also refer to the next page for a dryer checklist which can help you solve some simple problems without calling for service If you still need help see Requesting Assistance or Service on page 23 Common laundry problems PROBLEM Greasy spots Shrinking Slow drying Static electricity Wrinkling CAUSE e Dryer fabric softener improperly used See manufacturer s directions Drying soiled items e Full lint screen See page 13 e Load not properly sorted e Overdrying especially synthetic fabrics that cause lint attracting static electricity e 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 e Overdrying e Fabric type and quality inappropriate for drying e Dryer settings incorrect for fabric type Manufacturer s care label instructions not followed e Full lint screen e Load too large and bulky to dry quickly e Dryer located in room with temperature below 45 F 7 C e Exhaust duct clogged restricted or too long e Drying soiled items e Dryer fabric softener improperly used See manufacturer s directions e Dryer interior stained
28. t 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 As needed cleaning Laundry detergents and fabric softeners can cause a residue buildup on the lint screen 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 water and liquid detergent scrub lint screen with the brush to remove residue buildup 3 Rinse screen with hot water 4 Thoroughly dry lint screen with a clean towel replace in dryer Lint signal on some models The lint signal a whistle tone indicates excessive lint is present on your lint screen A full lint screen restricts airflow and reduces drying efficiency the dryer and clean the lint screen When you hear the signal stop NOTE Clean your lint screen before each load Do not wait for the lint signal CARING FOR YOUR DRYER Cleaning the dryer interior Garments which contain unstable dyes such as denim blue jeans or brightly colored AWARNING cotton items may discolor the dryer interior Explosion Hazard To clean dryer drum e Turn off the electrical power before 1 Make a paste with detergent and very cleaning the dryer interior warm water 2 Apply paste to a soft cloth and scrub area unt
29. us the dryer as soon as it stops types of selectors are described in the chart below Using End of Cycle signal and FINISH GUARD feature on some models If your dryer has the end of cycle signal Your model may have one of the following and or FINISH GUARD feature they may be e Separate knob selectors for end of cycle turned On or Off as shown below signal and FINISH GUARD feature NOTE Unless you turn Off the FINISH e CLEAN TOUCH pushbutton pad for GUARD feature it operates at the end of both features the cycle SETTING SEPARATE CLEAN TOUCH KNOBS SELECTOR End of Cycle Signal OFF Finish Guard OFF End of Cycle Signal OFF Finish Guard ON End of Cycle Signal ON Finish Guard OFF End of Cycle Signal ON Fin sh G uard Finish Guard Cycle Signal 11 OPERATING YOUR DRYER Using the drying rack on some models 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 _ S27 NA 2 Put wet items on top of the rack Leave space between the items so air can reach all surfaces NOTE Make sure nothing Stuffed toys or pillows Cotton or polyester fiber filled Stuffed toys or pillows Foam rubber filled Sneakers or canvas shoes Reset cycle as needed to complete
30. 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 e 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 e MACAP will in turn inform us of your action 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 Index This index is alphabetical Look for the word or phrase you want and then look for the page number TOPIC PAGE AIR DRYING oe ceceeeceeeeeeceesssesesseceeeenes 10 AUTOMATIC cycles n se 7 CARE CLEANING Dryer interior c ccccscceesssessssecesseres 14 Cint Sereen aient ae aaar 13 Vatalin a i 18 CHOOSING LOAD SIZES 17 CYCLES arii eeina 7 8 DAMP DRY CyCle
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