Whirlpool GGW9260 - Manuals

6 Location Requirements You will need ■ A location that allows for proper exhaust installation. A gas dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors. See “Venting Requirements.” ■ A grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft (61 cm) of either side of the dryer. See “Electrical Requirements.” ■ A sturdy...

7 Recessed or closet installation - Dryer on pedestal Minimum installation spacing for cabinet installation ■ The dimensions shown are for the minimum spacing allowed. ■ For cabinet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation openings in the top of the cabinet are required. Mobile home - Addition...

8 Gas Supply Requirements Gas Type Natural gas: This dryer is equipped for use with natural gas. It is design-certified by CSA International for L.P. (propane or butane) gases with appropriate conversion. ■ Your dryer must have the correct burner for the type of gas in your home. Burner information ...

9 Dryer gas pipe ■ The gas pipe that comes out through the rear of your dryer has a ³⁄₈ " male pipe thread. *NOTE: If the dryer is mounted on a pedestal, the gas pipe height must be an additional 13" (33 cm) from the floor. Burner input requirements Elevations up to 10,000 ft (3,048 meters):...

10 Plan Vent System Typical exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer. Other installations are possible. Optional exhaust installations This dryer can be converted to exhaust out the right side, left side, or through the bottom. Contact your local dealer t...

11 Determine Vent Length 1. Select the route that will provide the straightest and most direct path outdoors. Plan the installation to use the fewest number of elbows and turns. When using elbows or making turns, allow as much room as possible. Bend vent gradually to avoid kinking. Avoid 90º turns w...

12 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. See illustration. 2. Firmly grasp the body of the dryer (not the console panel). Gently lay the dryer on the cardboard. 3. Examine the...

14 DRYER USE Starting Your Dryer The following is a guide to starting your dryer. Please refer to specific sections of this manual for more detailed information. 1. Clean lint screen before or after each cycle. See “Cleaning the Lint Screen.” 2. Place laundry in dryer and shut door. See “Loading.” 3...

15 To use a Manual Cycle ■ Rotate the dial to select a Manual Cycle. Press MORE TIME or LESS TIME until the desired drying time is displayed. Tap MORE TIME or LESS TIME and the time will change by 1-minute intervals. Press and hold MORE TIME or LESS TIME and the time will change by 5-minute interval...

16 Drying and Cycle Tips Select the correct cycle and dryness level or temperature for your load. If an Automatic Cycle is running, the display shows the estimated cycle time when your dryer is automatically sensing the dryness level of your load. If a Manual Cycle is running, the display shows the ...

17 Cycles Select the drying cycle that matches the type of load you are drying (see Automatic Preset or Manual Preset Cycle Settings charts). Cycle control knob Automatic Cycles Automatic Cycles allow you to match the cycle to the load you are drying. See the following “Automatic Preset Cycle Settin...

18 Additional Features WRINKLE SHIELD™ Feature When you are unable to remove a load of clothes from the dryer as soon as it stops, wrinkles can form. The WRINKLE SHIELD™ feature periodically tumbles, rearranges and fluffs the load to avoid wrinkles. ■ Press the WRINKLE SHIELD™ feature to get up to 1...

19 3. Put the wet items on top of the rack. Leave space between the items so air can reach all the surfaces. NOTE: Do not allow items to hang over the edge of the rack. 4. Close the door. 5. Select a timed drying cycle and temperature, or an air cycle (see following chart). Items containing foam, ru...

20 As needed cleaning Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can build up 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. The screen is probably clogged if lint falls off the screen. Clean the lint...

21 TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid the cost of a service call... Dryer displaying code message ■ “PF” (power failure), check the following:Was the drying cycle interrupted by a power failure?Press (and hold) HOLD TO START button to restart the dryer. ■ “E” V...

22 Odors ■ Have you recently been painting, staining or varnishing in the area where your dryer is located?If so, ventilate the area. When the odors or fumes are gone from the area, rewash and dry the clothing. Garment damage ■ Check the following:Were zippers, snaps, and hooks left open? Were strin...

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...