Page 2 - A Note to You; Thank you for buying a WHIRLPOOL; Our Consumer Assistance Center
2 A Note to You Thank you for buying a WHIRLPOOL ® appliance. The Whirlpool Brand is committed to designing quality products that consistently performfor you to make your life easier. To ensure that you enjoy years of trouble-free operation,we developed this Use and Care Guide. It is full of valuabl...
Page 3 - Dryer Safety; Your safety and the safety of others is very important.; DANGER
3 Dryer Safety You will be killed or seriously injuredif you don’t follow instructions. You can be killed or seriously injuredif you don’t follow instructions. Your safety and the safety of others is very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appli-anc...
Page 4 - DRYER SAFETY; IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS; To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to; SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS; Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
4 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: • Read all instructions before using the dryer. • Do not place items exposed tocooking oils in your dryer. I...
Page 5 - Installation Instructions; Before starting installation; WARNING
Installation Instructions Read the “Dryer Safety” section of your dryer’s Use and Care guide, and completely readthese installation instructions before beginning installation. Before starting installation 5 • Check location where dryer will be in-stalled. Proper installation is your responsibility. ...
Page 6 - How to install your dryer; Installation; INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
6 How to install your dryer Now that you’ve unpacked your dryer, checkto be sure you have removed the parts bagfrom the drum. Remove the tape that holdsthe drum to the cabinet. Move the drum byhand to make certain all tape has beenremoved. Next, wipe the interior of the drumthoroughly with a damp cl...
Page 7 - Installing the leveling legs
7 1. Take two of the cardboard corners from the carton. Place them on the floor in backof the dryer. 2. Firmly grasp the body of the dryer. Gently lay dryer on the cardboard corners. 3. Start to screw the legs into the holes by hand. Use a wrench to finish turning thelegs. They should stick out abou...
Page 8 - Electrical Requirements; Electrical Connection Options
8 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Electrical Requirements A three-wire or four-wire, single phase 120/240-volt, 60-Hz., AC-only, electrical supply is required on a separate 30-amperecircuit, fused on both sides of the line. Atime-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. This dryer is manufactured wit...
Page 9 - Three-Wire Electrical Connection to Receptacle; GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
9 Three-Wire Electrical Connection to Receptacle • Do not use an extension cord with this dryer. • Do not connect plug end of power supply cord into a live receptacle before connecting power supply cord to dryer terminal block. Local codes may permit the use of a U.L.-listed, 120/240-volt minimum, 3...
Page 18 - Exhaust requirements
18 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Exhaust requirements Your dryer must be properly vented toachieve maximum drying efficiency. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.• Do not exhaust dryer into a chimney, a wall, a ceiling, or a concealed space of abuilding. • The diam...
Page 20 - Determining vent length
20 4" Determining vent length No. of 90° turns Heavy Metal Vent 4-inch diameterMaximum length 0 36 ft 36 ft 26 ft 1 26 ft 26 ft 16 ft 2 16 ft 16 ft 6 ft EXHAUST HOOD TYPE 4" 2 1 ⁄ 2 " Flexible Metal Vent 4-inch diameter Maximum length 0 28 ft 28 ft 22 ft 1 18 ft 18 ft 12 ft 2 8 ft 8 ft 2...
Page 21 - Recessed area and closet installation; Minimum installation spacing
21 FRONT STACK STAND CLOSET DOOR SIDE STACK STAND DRYER WASHER SIDE FRONT DRYER DRYER 12" 12" 1" 3" 48 sq in 24 sq in 3" 3" 18" 14" MAX. 1" 1" 3" † May be 0" clearance. †† Opening is minimum for closet door. Louvered door with air opening is acceptable...
Page 22 - Mobile home installation
22 Mobile home installation NOTE: Check codes requirements. Somecodes limit or do not permit installation ofclothes dryers in garages, closets, mobilehomes, or sleeping quarters. Contact yourlocal building inspector. • The exhaust vent must be securely fastened to a non-combustible portion ofthe mob...
Page 23 - Parts and Features
23 3 CYCLE END • OF CYCLE SIGNAL HEAVY DUTY PUSH TO START Parts and Features Start button(p. 24) Dryer drum Model andserialnumber label(p. 2) Cycle and temperature control knob (p. 26) Lint screen (p. 28) 3977625v09c27 4/1/99 4:46 PM Page 23
Page 24 - Using Your Dryer; Starting your dryer
24 Using Your Dryer Starting your dryer Before using your dryer, wipe the dryerdrum with a damp cloth to remove dust fromstoring and shipping. 1. Load clothes into the dryer and close the door. 2. Turn the Cycle and Temperature Control knob either way to the desiredcycle. Use the Energy Pre-ferred A...
Page 25 - USING YOUR DRYER; End of cycle signal; Loading suggestions; Selecting the right cycle and setting; Cycle and temperature tips
25 USING YOUR DRYER End of cycle signal The dryer sounds a signal to let you knowwhen the cycle is finished. The signal is notadjustable and cannot be turned off. The signal is helpful when you are dryingpermanent press, synthetics, and otheritems that should be taken out as soon asthe dryer stops. ...
Page 28 - Caring for Your Dryer; Cleaning the lint screen; Every load cleaning; As needed cleaning
28 Caring for Your Dryer Cleaning the lint screen Every load cleaning The lint screen is located inside the dryerdrum, on the back wall. Clean it beforestarting each load. A screen blocked bylint can increase drying time. To clean:1. Open the door and pull the lint screen straight out. 2. Squeeze bo...
Page 29 - Cleaning the dryer interior; CARING FOR YOUR DRYER
29 Cleaning the dryer interior Garments which contain unstable dyes,such as denim blue jeans or brightlycolored cotton items, may discolor thedryer interior. These stains are not harmfulto your dryer and will not stain future loadsof clothes. It is helpful to dry unstable dyeitems inside out to prev...
Page 30 - Troubleshooting; Common drying problems
30 Troubleshooting Common drying problems PROBLEM Not dryingsatisfactorily Dryer will not run CAUSE • Lint screen is clogged with lint. • Restricted air movement. Exhaust vent or outside exhausthood is clogged with lint. • Exhaust vent is crushed or kinked. • Cycle and Temperature Control knob is se...
Page 31 - TROUBLESHOOTING
31 TROUBLESHOOTING Common drying problems (cont) PROBLEM Lint in load Stains onload Items shrinking Loads arewrinkled Odors Unusualsounds CAUSE • Lint screen is clogged. • Improper sorting. • Load is too big or heavy. • Load is overdried. • Paper or tissue in pockets. • Pilling being mistaken for li...
Page 32 - Assistance or Service; If you need assistance or service; For further assistance
32 Call our Consumer Assistance Center at 1-800-253-1301. Our consultants are available toassist you.When calling:Please know the purchase date, and the complete model and serialnumber of your appliance (see “A Note toYou” section). This information will help usbetter respond to your request. Our co...
Page 33 - WHIRLPOOL
® Registered Trademark of Whirlpool, U.S.A. 3977625 © 1999 Whirlpool Corporation 4/99 Printed in U.S.A. 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...