Whirlpool GEW9250PW0 - Manuals

5 Location Requirements You will need ■ A location that allows for proper exhaust installation. See “Venting Requirements.” ■ A separate 30-amp circuit. ■ If you are using a power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft (61 cm) of either side of the dryer. See “Electrical Requi...

6 Recessed or closet installation - Dryer on pedestal * Additional spacing recommended ** Side or bottom venting - additional spacing recommended Minimum installation spacing for cabinet installation ■ The dimensions shown are for the minimum spacing allowed. ■ For cabinet installation, with a door,...

7 Electrical Requirements It is your responsibility ■ To contact a qualified electrical installer. ■ To be sure that the electrical connection is adequate and in conformance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70-latest edition and all local codes and ordinances. The National Electric Code ...

8 Electrical Connection Power Supply Cord Direct Wire 1. Disconnect power. 2. Remove the hold-down screw and terminal block cover. 3. Install strain relief. Style 1: Power supply cord strain relief ■ Remove the screws from a ³⁄₄ " (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief (UL marking on strain relief). P...

9 ■ Put power supply cord through the strain relief. Be sure that the wire insulation on the power supply cord is inside the strain relief. The strain relief should have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be in a horizontal position. Do not further tighten strain relief screws at this point. Sty...

12 1. Loosen or remove center silver-colored terminal block screw. 2. Place the hooked end of the neutral wire (white or center wire) of direct wire cable under the center screw of terminal block (hook facing right). Squeeze hooked end together. Tighten screw. 3. Place the hooked ends of the other d...

13 Venting Requirements WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances. The dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent, chimney, wall, ceiling or a concealed space of a building. If using an existing vent s...

14 The angled hood style (shown here) is acceptable. ■ An exhaust hood should cap the vent to keep rodents and insects from entering the home. ■ Exhaust hood must be at least 12" (30.5 cm) from the ground or any object that may be in the path of the exhaust (such as flowers, rocks or bushes, sno...

15 ■ Periscope Installation (For use with dryer vent to wall vent mismatch): Part Number 4396037 - 0" (0 cm) to 18" (45.72 cm) mismatch Part Number 4396011 - 18" (45.72 cm) to 29" (73.66 cm) mismatch Part Number 4396014 - 29" (73.66 cm) to 50" (127 cm) mismatch Special provis...

16 Install Leveling Legs 1. To protect the floor, use a large flat piece of cardboard from the dryer carton. Place cardboard under the entire back edge of the dryer. 2. Firmly grasp the body of the dryer (not the console panel). Gently lay the dryer on the cardboard. See illustration. 3. Examine the...

17 DRYER USE Starting Your Dryer WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance. The following is a guide to starting your dryer. Please refer to specific sections of this manual for more detailed info...

18 ■ Press the WRINKLE SHIELD™ feature button if this option is desired. ■ Press the END OF CYCLE SIGNAL button to set signal volume to desired level. ■ Press (and hold) HOLD TO START button until dryer starts (about 1 second). Once an Automatic cycle has started, the WRINKLE SHIELD™ feature and cyc...

19 Cycle tips ■ Dry most loads using the preset cycle settings. ■ Refer to the Automatic or Manual Preset Cycle Settings chart (in the “Cycles” section) for a guide to drying various loads. ■ Drying temperature and Dryness Level are preset when you choose an Automatic Cycle. You can choose a differe...

20 Automatic Preset Cycle Settings *Estimated Time with Dryness Level (medium) setting. Time will vary depending on load type and load size. Manual Cycles Use Manual Cycles to select a specific amount of drying time and a drying temperature. When a Manual Cycle is selected, the Estimated Time Remain...

21 End of Cycle Signal The End of Cycle Signal produces an audible sound when the drying cycle is finished. Promptly removing clothes at the end of the cycle reduces wrinkling. Press and release the END OF CYCLE SIGNAL to adjust the sound level or turn off the signal. NOTE: When the WRINKLE SHIELD™ ...

22 DRYER CARE Cleaning the Dryer Location Keep dryer area clear and free from items that would obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air. Cleaning the Lint Screen Every load cleaning The lint screen is located in the door opening of the dryer. The control panel has an indicator light to re...

23 Vacation and Moving Care Vacation care Operate your dryer only when you are at home. If you will be on vacation or not using your dryer for an extended period of time, you should: 1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. Clean lint screen. See “Cleaning the Lint Screen.” Moving care For power supp...

24 TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid the cost of a service call... Dryer Operation Dryer will not run ■ Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped? There may be 2 household fuses or circuit breakers for the dryer. Check to make sure both fuse...

25 ■ Is the dryer located in a room with temperature below45ºF (7ºC)? Proper operation of dryer cycles requires temperatures above 45ºF (7ºC). ■ Is the dryer located in a closet? Closet doors must have ventilation openings at the top and bottom of the door. The front of the dryer requires a minimum ...

26 ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting.” It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below. When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete model and serial number of your appliance...

WHIRLPOOL ® DRYER WARRANTY ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this dryer is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation will pay for FSP ® replacement parts and repair labor costs to correct defec...