Whirlpool Clothes Dryer 8565592B User Manual

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8565592B  
 
DRYER SAFETY  
Your safety and the safety of others are 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 potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.  
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word DANGERor WARNING.”  
These words mean:  
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately  
follow instructions.  
DANGER  
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't  
instructions.  
follow  
WARNING  
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can  
happen if the instructions are not followed.  
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:  
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Read all instructions before using the dryer.  
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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.  
Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer.  
Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to  
a chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire.  
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Do not dry articles that have been previously cleaned in,  
washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-  
cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive  
substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or  
explode.  
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Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static  
unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric  
softener or product.  
Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or  
similarly textured rubber-like materials.  
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Do not allow children to play on or in the dryer. Close  
supervision of children is necessary when the dryer is  
used near children.  
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Clean lint screen before or after each load.  
Keep area around the exhaust opening and adjacent  
surrounding areas free from the accumulation of lint, dust,  
and dirt.  
Before the dryer is removed from service or discarded,  
remove the door to the drying compartment.  
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The interior of the dryer and exhaust vent should be  
cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel.  
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Do not reach into the dryer if the drum is moving.  
Do not install or store the dryer where it will be exposed  
to the weather.  
See installation instructions for grounding requirements.  
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Do not tamper with controls.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS  
Stack Kit  
Tools and Parts  
Tools needed  
Are you planning to stack your washer and dryer? To do so, you  
will need to purchase a Stack Kit.  
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.  
Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed  
here.  
To order, call the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or  
refer to the “Assistance or Service” section of this manual. Ask  
for Part Number 8182452.  
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Flat-blade screwdriver  
Adjustable wrench  
T20 TORX®† screwdriver  
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Caulking gun and  
compound (for installing  
new exhaust vent)  
Location Requirements  
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Tin snips (new vent  
installations)  
Wire stripper (direct wire  
installations)  
WARNING  
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Wood block  
Level  
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7 mm nut driver  
Vent clamps  
Parts supplied  
Remove parts package from the dryer drum. Check that all parts  
listed are included.  
Explosion Hazard  
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as  
gasoline, away from dryer.  
Place dryer at least 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor  
for a garage installation.  
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.  
Coupling  
Parts needed  
You will need  
Check local codes, existing electrical supply and venting, and  
see “Venting Requirements” and “Electrical Requirements”  
before purchasing parts.  
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A location that allows for proper exhaust installation. See  
“Venting Requirements.”  
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A separate 30-amp circuit.  
Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system  
hardware. For ordering information, please refer to the  
“Assistance or Service” section of this manual. You may also  
contact the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer.  
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 Requirements.”  
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A sturdy floor to support the dryer weight (dryer and load) of  
115 lbs (52 kg). The combined weight of a companion  
appliance should also be considered.  
Options  
Pedestal  
A level floor with a maximum slope of 1" (2.5 cm) under entire  
dryer.  
You may order a pedestal separately for this dryer. This pedestal  
will add about 12" (30.48 cm) to the height of your unit for a total  
height of approximately 45" (114.3 cm).  
Do not operate your dryer at temperatures below 45ºF (7ºC). At  
lower temperatures, the dryer might not shut off at the end of an  
automatic cycle. Drying times can be extended.  
The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will  
be exposed to water and/or weather.  
Check code requirements. Some codes limit, or do not permit,  
installation of the dryer in garages, closets, mobile homes or  
sleeping quarters. Contact your local building inspector.  
Optional pedestal  
To order, call the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or  
refer to the “Assistance or Service” section of this manual. Ask  
for Model Number LAB0050PQ.  
†®TORX is a registered trademark of Textron Innovations Inc.  
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Installation Clearances  
Recessed or closet installation - Dryer only  
The location must be large enough to allow the dryer door to  
open fully.  
3"  
(7.6 cm)  
14"  
(35.6cm)  
48 in.2  
Dryer Dimensions  
(310 cm2)  
39"  
(99.1 cm)  
18"(45.7cm)  
*
23 ¼"  
(60.3 cm)  
24 in.2  
3"  
(7.6cm)  
3"  
(7.6 cm)  
(155 cm2)  
0"  
0"  
1" (2.5 cm)  
(0 cm)  
(0 cm)  
33 ¼"  
(84.45 cm)  
B
C
A
A. Side view - closet or confined area  
B. Recessed area  
C. Closet door with vents  
Recessed or closet installation - Stacked with stack kit  
(Accessory)  
23 ³⁄₈ "  
(59.37 cm)  
3" (7.6 cm)  
3"  
(7.6 cm)  
*Most installations require a minimum 5½" (14.0 cm) clearance  
behind the dryer for the exhaust vent with elbows. See “Venting  
Requirements.”  
12"  
(30.5 cm)  
48 in.2  
(310 cm2)  
Installation spacing for recessed area and closet  
installations  
DRYER  
The following spacing dimensions shown are recommended  
when the dryer is to be operated with, or without, the Stack Kit.  
This dryer has been tested for installation with spacing of  
0" (0 cm) clearance; however, spacing of 1" (2.5 cm) clearance is  
recommended. Recommended spacing should be considered for  
the following reasons:  
24 in.2  
WASHER  
3"  
(7.6 cm)  
(155 cm2)  
0" (0 cm)  
0" (0 cm)  
1" (2.5 cm)  
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Additional spacing should be considered for ease of  
installation and servicing.  
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A
B
A. Recessed area  
Additional spacing should be considered on all sides of the  
dryer to reduce noise transfer.  
B. Side view - closet or confined area  
C. Closet door with vents  
For closet installation with a door, minimum ventilation  
openings in the top and bottom of the door are required.  
Louvered doors with equivalent ventilation opening are  
acceptable.  
Mobile Home - Additional Location Requirements  
This dryer is suitable for mobile home installations. The  
installation must conform to the Manufactured Home  
Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280  
(formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction  
and Safety, Title 245, HUD Part 280).  
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Companion appliance spacing should also be considered.  
To purchase a Stack Kit, see “Assistance or Service.”  
Mobile home installations require:  
Custom undercounter installation - Dryer only  
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Metal exhaust system hardware, which is available for  
purchase from your dealer.  
0"  
(0 cm)  
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Special provisions must be made in mobile homes to  
introduce outside air into the dryer. The opening (such as a  
nearby window) should be at least twice as large as the dryer  
exhaust opening.  
33¹⁄₄" min.  
(84.45 cm)  
0"  
(0 cm)  
23³⁄₈"  
(59.37 cm)  
0"  
(0 cm)  
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Electrical Requirements  
If your outlet looks like this:  
It is your responsibility  
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To contact a qualified electrical installer.  
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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 requires a 4-wire supply  
connection for homes built after 1996, dryer circuits involved  
in remodeling after 1996 and all mobile home installations.  
4-wire receptacle (14-30R)  
Then choose a 4-wire power supply cord with ring or spade  
terminals and UL listed strain relief. The 4-wire power supply  
cord, at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long, must have four 10-gauge copper  
wires and match a 4-wire receptacle of NEMA Type 14-30R. The  
ground wire (ground conductor) may be either green or bare. The  
neutral conductor must be identified by a white cover.  
A copy of the above code standards can be obtained from:  
National Fire Protection Association, One Batterymarch Park,  
Quincy, MA 02269.  
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To supply the required 3 or 4 wire, single phase, 120/240 volt,  
60 Hz., AC only electrical supply (or 3 or 4 wire, 120/208 volt  
electrical supply, if specified on the serial/rating plate) on a  
separate 30-amp circuit, fused on both sides of the line. A  
time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. Connect  
to an individual branch circuit. Do not have a fuse in the  
neutral or grounding circuit.  
If your outlet looks like this:  
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Do not use an extension cord.  
3-wire receptacle (10-30R)  
If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is  
recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the  
ground path is adequate.  
Then choose a 3-wire power supply cord with ring or spade  
terminals and UL listed strain relief. The 3-wire power supply  
cord, at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long, must have three 10-gauge copper  
wires and match a 3-wire receptacle of NEMA Type 10-30R.  
Electrical Connection  
To properly install your dryer, you must determine the type of  
electrical connection you will be using and follow the instructions  
provided for it here.  
If connecting by direct wire:  
Power supply cable must match power supply (4-wire or 3-wire)  
and be:  
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This dryer is manufactured ready to install with a 3-wire  
electrical supply connection. The neutral ground wire is  
permanently connected to the neutral conductor (white wire)  
within the dryer. If the dryer is installed with a 4-wire electrical  
supply connection, the neutral ground wire must be removed  
from the external ground conductor screw (green screw), and  
secured under the neutral terminal (center or white wire) of  
the terminal block. When the neutral ground wire is secured  
under the neutral terminal (center or white wire) of the  
terminal block, the dryer cabinet is isolated from the neutral  
conductor.  
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Flexible armored cable or nonmetallic sheathed copper cable  
(with ground wire), protected with flexible metallic conduit. All  
current-carrying wires must be insulated.  
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10-gauge solid copper wire (do not use aluminum).  
At least 5 ft (1.52 m) long.  
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS  
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For a grounded, cord-connected dryer:  
This dryer must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or  
breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock  
by providing a path of least resistance for electric current.  
This dryer uses a cord having an equipment-grounding  
conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged  
into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and  
grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.  
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Use a 4-wire conductor cord when the dryer is installed in a  
mobile home or an area where local codes do not permit  
grounding through the neutral.  
A 4-wire power supply connection must be used when the  
appliance is installed in a location where grounding through  
the neutral conductor is prohibited. Grounding through the  
neutral is prohibited for (1) new branch-circuit installations,  
(2) mobile homes, (3) recreational vehicles and (4) areas  
where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral  
conductors.  
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For a permanently connected dryer:  
This dryer must be connected to a grounded metal,  
permanent wiring system, or an equipment-grounding  
conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and  
connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead on  
the dryer.  
If using a power supply cord:  
Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use with  
clothes dryers. The kit should contain:  
WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment-  
grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.  
Check with a qualified electrician or service representative  
or personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the dryer is  
properly grounded. Do not modify the plug on the power  
supply cord: if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet  
installed by a qualified electrician.  
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A UL listed 30-amp power supply cord, rated  
120/240 volt minimum. The cord should be type SRD or  
SRDT and be at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long. The wires that  
connect to the dryer must end in ring terminals or spade  
terminals with upturned ends.  
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A UL listed strain relief.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
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Venting Requirements  
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Do not install flexible metal vent in enclosed walls, ceilings or  
floors.  
WARNING  
Elbows  
45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows.  
Fire Hazard  
Use a heavy metal vent.  
Do not use a plastic vent.  
Do not use a metal foil vent.  
Good  
Better  
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death  
or fire.  
Clamps  
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Use clamps to seal all joints.  
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Exhaust vent must not be connected or secured with screws  
or other fastening devices that extend into the interior of the  
duct. Do not use duct tape.  
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 system  
Clamp  
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Clean lint from the entire length of the system and make sure  
exhaust hood is not plugged with lint.  
Exhaust  
Recommended hood styles are shown here.  
Replace any plastic or metal foil vent with rigid or flexible  
heavy metal vent.  
B
Review Vent system chart. Modify existing vent system if  
necessary to achieve the best drying performance.  
A
If this is a new vent system  
4"  
(10.2 cm)  
Vent material  
4"  
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Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.  
(10.2 cm)  
A. Louvered hood style  
B. Box hood style  
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4" (10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps must be  
used.  
The angled hood style (shown here) is acceptable.  
4"  
(10.2 cm)  
4"  
10.2 cm  
4" (10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent  
2½"  
(6.4 cm)  
Rigid metal vent  
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An exhaust hood should cap the vent to keep rodents and  
insects from entering the home.  
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For best drying performance, rigid metal vents are  
recommended.  
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, snow line, etc.).  
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Rigid metal vent is recommended to avoid crushing and  
kinking.  
Flexible metal vent  
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Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch.  
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Flexible metal vents are acceptable only if accessible for  
cleaning.  
Improper venting can cause moisture and lint to collect  
indoors, which may result in:  
Flexible metal vent must be fully extended and supported  
when the dryer is in its final location.  
Moisture damage to woodwork, furniture, paint,  
wallpaper, carpets, etc.  
Remove excess flexible metal vent to avoid sagging and  
kinking that may result in reduced airflow and poor  
performance.  
Housecleaning problems and health problems.  
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS  
Electrical Connection  
Power Supply Cord  
Direct Wire  
WARNING  
WARNING  
Fire Hazard  
Fire Hazard  
Use 10 gauge solid copper wire.  
Use a new UL listed 30 amp power supply cord.  
Use a UL listed strain relief.  
Use a UL listed strain relief.  
Disconnect power before making electrical connections.  
Disconnect power before making electrical connections.  
Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to center  
terminal (silver).  
Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to center  
terminal (silver).  
Ground wire (green or bare wire) must be connected to  
green ground connector.  
Ground wire (green or bare wire) must be connected to  
green ground connector.  
Connect remaining 2 supply wires to remaining  
2 terminals (gold).  
Connect remaining 2 supply wires to remaining  
2 terminals (gold).  
Securely tighten all electrical connections.  
Securely tighten all electrical connections.  
Failure to do so can result in death, fire, or  
electrical shock.  
Failure to do so can result in death, fire, or  
electrical shock.  
1. Disconnect power.  
3. Unscrew the strain relief from the terminal block cover.  
4. Unscrew the strain relief nut from the strain relief.  
2. Remove the terminal block cover.  
5. Put the power supply cord through the strain relief nut, then  
the strain relief. Be sure that the wire insulation on the power  
supply cord is inside the strain relief.  
A
C
A
B
B
C
A. UL listed strain relief  
B. Strain relief nut  
C. Power cord  
D
A. Terminal block cover  
B. Strain relief  
C. Center, terminal block screw  
D. External ground conductor screw  
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6. Replace strain relief (with power cord inserted) back into the  
4-wire connection: Power supply cord  
terminal block cover. Do not tighten strain relief nut.  
B
A
A
D
F
E
C
A. 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-30R)  
B. 4-prong plug  
C. Ground prong  
B
C
D. Neutral prong  
E. Spade terminals with upturned ends  
F. Ring terminals  
D
1. Locate the neutral ground wire inside the dryer cabinet,  
behind the external ground conductor screw. Remove this  
wire.  
A. Terminal block cover  
B. Strain relief  
C. Strain relief nut  
D. Power cord  
A
7. Now complete installation following instructions for your type  
of electrical connection:  
4-wire (recommended)  
3-wire (if 4-wire is not available)  
Electrical Connection Options  
If your home has:  
And you will be  
connecting to:  
Go to section  
A. Remove neutral ground wire.  
2. Connect ground wire (green or bare) of power supply cord to  
external ground conductor screw. Tighten screw.  
4-wire receptacle  
(NEMA Type 14-30R)  
A UL listed,  
120/240-volt  
minimum,  
30-amp, dryer  
power supply  
cord  
4-wire connection:  
Power supply cord  
3. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) of power supply  
cord under center screw of the terminal block.  
C
4-wire direct  
A fused  
4-wire connection:  
Direct Wire  
B
disconnect or  
circuit breaker  
box  
5"  
D
(12.7 cm)  
A
3-wire receptacle  
(NEMA type 10-30R)  
A UL listed,  
120/240-volt  
minimum,  
30-amp, dryer  
power supply  
cord  
3-wire connection:  
Power supply cord  
A. Neutral wire (white or center wire)  
B. Center terminal block screw  
C. External ground conductor screw  
D. Ground wire (green or bare) of power supply cord  
4. Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws.  
Tighten screws.  
3-wire direct  
A fused  
3-wire connection:  
Direct Wire  
5. Replace the terminal block cover on the back of the dryer.  
6. Tighten strain relief nut.  
disconnect or  
circuit breaker  
box  
3¹⁄₂"  
4-wire connection: Direct Wire  
(8.9 cm)  
Direct wire cable must have 5 ft (1.52 m) of extra length so dryer  
can be moved if needed.  
Strip 5" (12.7 cm) of outer covering from end of cable, leaving  
bare ground wire at 5" (12.7 cm). Cut 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) from  
3 remaining wires. Strip insulation back 1" (2.5 cm). Shape ends  
of wires into a hook shape.  
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When connecting to the terminal block, place the hooked end of  
the wire under the screw of the terminal block (hook facing right),  
squeeze hooked end together and tighten screw. See example  
below.  
3-wire connection: Power supply cord  
Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground  
conductor to neutral wire.  
B
D
A
1. Locate the neutral ground wire inside the dryer cabinet,  
behind the external ground conductor screw. Remove this  
wire.  
E
F
C
A. 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R)  
B. 3-wire plug  
A
C. Ground prong  
D. Spade terminals with upturned ends  
E. Neutral (white or center wire)  
F. Ring terminals  
1. Loosen or remove center terminal block screw.  
2. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) of power supply  
cord under center screw of the terminal block. Tighten screw.  
A. Remove neutral ground wire.  
2. Loosen or remove center terminal block screw.  
3. Connect ground wire (green or bare) of power supply cord to  
external ground conductor screw. (If power supply cord has  
ring terminals, the ground conductor screw will need to be  
removed to make the connection.) Tighten screw.  
B
A
4. Place the hooked end of the neutral wire (white or center wire)  
of power supply cable under the center screw of terminal  
block (hook facing right). Squeeze hooked end together.  
Tighten screw.  
A. Neutral wire (white or center wire)  
B. Center terminal block screw  
3. Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws.  
Tighten screws.  
4. Replace the terminal block cover on the back of the dryer.  
5. Tighten strain relief nut.  
C
B
3-wire connection: Direct Wire  
D
A
Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground  
conductor to neutral wire.  
Direct wire cable must have 5 ft (1.52 m) of extra length so dryer  
can be moved if needed.  
A. Neutral wire (white or center wire)  
B. Center terminal block screw  
C. External ground conductor screw  
D. Green or bare wire of power supply cable  
Strip 3¹⁄₂" (8.9 cm) of outer covering from end of cable. Strip  
insulation back 1" (2.5 cm). If using 3-wire cable with ground  
wire, cut bare wire even with outer covering. Shape ends of wires  
into a hook shape.  
5. Place the hooked ends of the other power supply cable wires  
under the outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right).  
Squeeze hooked ends together. Tighten screws.  
When connecting to the terminal block, place the hooked end of  
the wire under the screw of the terminal block (hook facing right),  
squeeze hooked end together and tighten screw.  
6. Replace the terminal block cover on the back of the dryer.  
7. Tighten strain relief nut.  
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1. Loosen or remove center terminal block screw.  
3. Place the hooked ends of the other power supply cable wires  
under the outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right).  
Squeeze hooked ends together. Tighten screws.  
2. Place the hooked end of the neutral wire (white or center wire)  
of power supply cable under the center screw of terminal  
block (hook facing right). Squeeze hooked end together.  
Tighten screw.  
B
A
4. Replace the terminal block cover on the back of the dryer.  
5. Tighten strain relief nut.  
A. Neutral wire (white or center wire)  
B. Center terminal block screw  
Plan Vent System  
Alternate installations for close clearances  
Venting systems come in many varieties. Select the type best for  
your installation. A close-clearance installation is shown below.  
Refer to the manufacturers instructions.  
WARNING  
Fire Hazard  
Use a heavy metal vent.  
Do not use a plastic vent.  
Do not use a metal foil vent.  
Over-the-top installation (also available with one offset elbow)  
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death  
or fire.  
Over-the-Top Installation Kit Part Number 4396028 for close  
clearance alternate installation is available for purchase. For  
ordering information see Assistance or Service.”  
Special provisions for mobile home installations  
Choose your exhaust installation type  
The exhaust vent must be securely fastened to a noncombustible  
portion of the mobile home structure and must not terminate  
beneath the mobile home. Terminate the exhaust vent outside.  
Recommended exhaust installations  
Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer.  
A
B
C
A. Exhaust hood  
B. Flexible metal vent or rigid metal vent  
C. Elbow  
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Determine vent path  
Install Vent System  
1. Install exhaust hood. Use caulking compound to seal exterior  
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Select the route that will provide the straightest and most  
direct path outdoors.  
wall opening around exhaust hood.  
2. Connect vent to exhaust hood. Vent must fit inside exhaust  
Plan the installation to use the fewest number of elbows and  
turns.  
hood. Secure vent to exhaust hood with 4" (10.2 cm) clamp.  
3. Run vent to dryer location. Use the straightest path possible.  
See Determine vent pathin Plan Vent System.Avoid 90º  
turns. Use clamps to seal all joints. Do not use duct tape,  
screws or other fastening devices that extend into the interior  
of the vent to secure vent.  
When using elbows or making turns, allow as much room as  
possible.  
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Bend vent gradually to avoid kinking.  
Use the fewest 90° turns possible.  
Connect Vent  
Determine vent length and elbows needed for best  
drying performance  
WARNING  
Excessive Weight Hazard  
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Use the following Vent system chart to determine type of vent  
material and hood combinations acceptable to use.  
NOTE: Do not use vent runs longer than those specified in  
the Vent system chart. Exhaust systems longer than those  
specified will:  
Use two or more people to move and install dryer.  
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.  
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Shorten the life of the dryer.  
1. To protect the floor, use a large, flat piece of cardboard from  
the dryer carton. Place cardboard under the entire bottom of  
the dryer.  
Reduce performance, resulting in longer drying times and  
increased energy usage.  
The Vent system chart provides venting requirements that will  
help to achieve the best drying performance.  
2. Slide the dryer on the cardboard until it is close to its final  
location. Leave enough room to connect the exhaust vent.  
Vent system chart  
3. Using the coupling supplied with the dryer, connect the  
exhaust vent to the coupling and secure with a 4" (10.2 cm)  
vent clamp. See illustration below.  
Number of  
90º turns  
or elbows  
Type of vent  
Box or  
louvered  
hoods  
Angled  
hoods  
0
1
2
Rigid metal  
90 ft (27.4 m) 80 ft (24.4 m)  
64 ft (19.5 m) 58 ft (17.7 m)  
Flexible metal  
E
A
C D  
B
Rigid metal  
Flexible metal  
80 ft (24.4 m)  
70 ft (21.3 m)  
A. Coupling  
58 ft (17.7 m) 52 ft (15.8 m)  
B. Vent clamp  
C. Vent coupler  
D. Vent clamp  
Rigid metal  
Flexible metal  
70 ft (21.3 m) 60 ft (18.3 m)  
50 ft (15.2 m) 42 ft (12.8 m)  
E. Rigid or flexible metal vent  
If connecting to existing vent, make sure the vent is clean.  
4. Turn the coupling and exhaust vent assembly  
counterclockwise in the exhaust hole on the back of the  
dryer.  
5. Make sure the exhaust vent is placed inside the exhaust hood  
and then secured to the exhaust hood with a 4" (10.2 cm)  
vent clamp.  
6. Move dryer into its final location. Do not crush or kink vent.  
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Level Dryer  
Complete Installation  
Check the levelness of the dryer. Check levelness first  
side to side, then front to back.  
1. Check that all parts are now installed. If there is an extra part,  
go back through the steps to see which step was skipped.  
2. Check that you have all of your tools.  
3. Dispose of/recycle all packaging materials.  
4. Check the dryers final location. Be sure the vent is not  
crushed or kinked.  
5. Check that the dryer is level. See Level Dryer.”  
6. Plug into a grounded outlet. Turn on power.  
7. Remove the clear protective film on the front edge and any  
tape remaining on the dryer.  
If the dryer is not level, prop up the dryer using a wood block.  
Use a wrench to adjust the legs up or down and check again for  
levelness.  
8. Read Dryer Use.”  
9. Wipe the dryer drum interior thoroughly with a damp cloth to  
remove any dust.  
10. Set the dryer on a full heat cycle (not an air cycle) for  
20 minutes and start the dryer.  
If the dryer will not start, check the following:  
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Controls are set in a running or Onposition.  
Start button has been pushed firmly.  
Dryer is plugged into a grounded outlet and/or electrical  
supply is connected.  
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Household fuse is intact and tight, or circuit breaker has  
not tripped.  
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Dryer door is closed.  
11. When the dryer has been running for 5 minutes, open the  
dryer door and feel for heat. If you feel heat, cancel cycle and  
close the door.  
If you do not feel heat, turn off the dryer and check the  
following:  
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There may be 2 household fuses or circuit breakers for the  
dryer. Make sure both fuses are intact and tight, or that both  
circuit breakers have not tripped. If there is still no heat,  
contact a qualified technician.  
NOTE: You may notice a burning odor when the dryer is first  
heated. This odor is common when the heating element is first  
used. The odor will go away.  
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DRYER USE  
Starting Your Dryer  
WARNING  
WARNING  
Explosion Hazard  
Fire Hazard  
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as  
gasoline, away from dryer.  
No washer can completely remove oil.  
Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on  
it (including cooking oils).  
Do not dry anything that has ever had anything  
flammable on it (even after washing).  
Do not dry items containing foam, rubber, or plastic in  
this dryer.  
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,  
explosion, or fire.  
Doing so can result in death or fire.  
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to  
persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before  
operating this appliance.  
Stopping and Restarting  
To stop your dryer at any time  
Before using your dryer, wipe the dryer drum with a damp cloth to  
remove dust from storing and shipping.  
Turn the cycle knob to the STOP position or open the door.  
To restart the dryer  
1. Close the door.  
2. Select a new cycle and temperature (if desired).  
3. After the beep sounds, press the START button.  
IMPORTANT: For best performance, do not use fabric softener  
sheets in this dryer. You may use liquid fabric softener in the  
washer.  
1. Clean the lint screen before each load. See Cleaning the Lint  
Screen.”  
2. Load clothes loosely into the dryer and close the door. Do not  
Changing Cycles and Temperatures  
pack the dryer. Allow space for clothes to tumble freely.  
To change the cycle or temperature after pressing START  
3. Press the POWER button to turn on the dryer. The indicator  
1. Open the dryer door.  
light will glow to indicate that the power is on.  
2. Press the TEMPERATURE button to change the temperature  
4. Press the TEMPERATURE button to select the recommended  
temperature setting for the type of load being dried. See  
Temperaturein the Controlssection.  
(if desired).  
3. Turn the cycle knob to the new desired position.  
4. After the beep sounds, press the START button.  
5. Turn the cycle knob to the recommended setting for the type  
of load being dried. See Drying, Cycle and Temperature  
Tips.”  
6. After a short beep sounds, press the START button.  
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Stop Position  
Controls  
The control panel is simple to understand and easy to operate.  
The illustrations below define the knobs and buttons, and the  
paragraphs define the purpose of each.  
Turn the cycle knob to the Stop position at any time.  
Start Button  
Power  
After you have selected a cycle and temperature, press this  
button to start the cycle. Indicator light will glow to indicate the  
cycle has started.  
This button switches the power to the machine on and off. The  
indicator light will glow to indicate the power is on.  
Drying, Cycle and Temperature Tips  
Indicator Light  
Select the correct cycle and temperature for your load.  
This light indicates when the power is on or that a cycle has  
started.  
Your dryer tumbles the load without heat during the last few  
minutes of all cycles to make the load easier to handle and to  
reduce wrinkling. After the cool-down cycle ends, the light  
flashes, and an end-of-cycle signal sounds to indicate the cycle  
is complete.  
Drying tips  
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Follow care label directions when they are available.  
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Remove the load from the dryer as soon as tumbling stops to  
reduce wrinkling. This is especially important for permanent  
press, knits and synthetic fabrics.  
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Avoid drying heavy work clothes with lighter fabrics. This  
could cause overdrying of lighter fabrics, leading to increased  
shrinkage or wrinkling.  
Temperature  
Cycle and temperature tips  
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Dry most loads using an automatic cycle.  
The Temperature Control button lets you select between a normal  
and low drying temperature.  
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Line dry bonded or laminated fabrics.  
NOTE: If you have questions about drying temperatures for  
various loads, refer to the care label directions.  
NOTE: Always refer to the care label on the garment to determine  
whether it can be tumble dried.  
Normal  
The Normal temperature setting is for sturdy fabrics, such as  
cotton, linen and denim. If the Temperature Control button is not  
pressed in, the temperature setting is Normal.  
Cycles  
Automatic Cycles  
Low  
When you are using the Auto Moisture Sensing Cycle, two metal  
strips (sensors) located on the dryer baffles determine the  
dryness of the load. The metal strips help detect the amount of  
moisture left in the clothes as they pass. When there is moisture  
left in the clothes, the machine will continue to run. As clothes  
begin to dry, the amount of water left in the clothes decreases,  
and the timer advances through the remainder of the cycle. When  
the selected dryness level is reached, the dryer goes into a cool  
down period of up to 15 minutes.  
The Low setting is for synthetics, such as cotton/polyester blend,  
rayon, acetate, washable silk or nylon. If the Temperature Control  
button is pressed in, the temperature setting is Low.  
Cycle Knob  
Automatic cycles may be used for most loads. Automatic cycles  
give the best drying results in the shortest time. Drying time  
varies according to the type of fabric, size of the load, and  
dryness setting.  
Turn this knob to the recommended setting. Indicator light will  
flash to indicate a cycle has been selected. See Drying, Cycle  
and Temperature Tips.”  
After drying a load, check the dryness.  
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If the load is drier than you like, select a setting closer to Less  
Dry the next time you dry a similar load.  
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If a load is not as dry as you like, complete drying using a  
Timed cycle. Select a setting closer to More Dry the next time  
you dry a similar load.  
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See following table for recommended cycles and temperature  
settings.  
See following table for recommended cycles and temperature  
settings.  
Fabric Type  
Cycle  
Temperature  
Setting  
Fabric Type  
Time  
(minutes)  
Temperature  
Setting  
REGULAR  
Heavy cottons and denims  
Cottons and linens  
60  
40  
40  
Normal  
Normal  
Low  
Heavy cottons and denims  
Cottons and linens  
SYNTHETICS  
More Dry  
Normal  
Normal  
Normal  
White and colorfast  
permanent press  
White and colorfast items  
that require ironing  
40  
40  
40  
Low  
Low  
Low  
White and colorfast  
permanent press  
Normal  
Low  
Low  
Low  
Low  
Polyester/acrylic blends,  
rayon, acetate  
White and colorfast items  
that require ironing  
Less Dry  
Damp Dry  
Damp Dry  
Washable silk and nylon  
Polyester/acrylic blends,  
rayon, acetate  
End of Cycle Signal  
Washable silk and nylon  
The dryer sounds a signal to let you know when the cycle is  
complete. The signal is not adjustable and cannot be turned off.  
The signal is helpful when you are drying permanent press,  
synthetics, and other items that should be removed promptly at  
the end of the cycle.  
Timed Dry  
Use this cycle to get up to 60 minutes of heated drying time or to  
complete drying if items are still damp after the automatic cycle.  
Timed Dry is also useful for:  
Anti-Wrinkle  
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Heavyweight items and work clothes that require a long  
drying time.  
Anti-Wrinkle helps smooth out wrinkles that form when clothes  
are not removed promptly at the end of a cycle. Anti-Wrinkle  
tumbles the load every minute until the cycle knob is set to the  
Stop position or the dryer door is opened.  
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Lightweight items, such as lingerie, blouses and knits that  
require a short drying time.  
During Anti-Wrinkle, the End of Cycle Signal will sound until the  
cycle knob is set to the Stop position or the dryer door is opened.  
DRYER CARE  
Cleaning the Dryer Location  
Cleaning the Lint Screen  
Every load cleaning  
Keep dryer area clear and free from items that would obstruct the  
flow of combustion and ventilation air.  
The lint screen is located in the door opening of the dryer. Clean it  
before each load. A screen blocked by lint can increase drying  
time.  
WARNING  
To clean  
1. Open the door and pull the lint screen straight up.  
Explosion Hazard  
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as  
gasoline, away from dryer.  
Place dryer at least 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor  
for a garage installation.  
2. Open lint screen.  
3. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers. Do not rinse or wash  
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.  
screen to remove lint. Wet lint is hard to remove.  
4. Close lint screen. Push the lint screen firmly back into place  
and close the door.  
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IMPORTANT:  
Do not run the dryer with the lint screen loose, damaged,  
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Cleaning the Control Panel  
blocked or missing. Doing so can cause overheating and  
damage to both the dryer and fabrics.  
To clean the control panel, use only a warm, damp cloth.  
NOTE: Do not use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads on the  
outer surfaces because they will scratch the finish and could  
remove the writing on the control panel.  
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.  
Some paper towels may also scratch the finish.  
Removing Accumulated Lint  
Clean the lint screen with a nylon brush every 6 months, or more  
frequently if it becomes clogged due to a residue buildup.  
From Inside the Dryer Cabinet  
Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending  
on dryer usage. Cleaning should be done by a qualified person.  
To wash  
1. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers.  
2. Wet both sides of the lint screen with hot water.  
From the Exhaust Vent  
Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending  
on dryer usage.  
3. Wet a nylon brush with hot water and liquid detergent. Scrub  
lint screen with the brush to remove residue buildup.  
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.  
4. Rinse with hot water.  
2. Clean lint screen. See Cleaning the Lint Screen.”  
5. Thoroughly dry lint screen with a clean towel. Replace in  
dryer.  
Moving care  
For power supply cord-connected dryers:  
1. Unplug the power supply cord.  
Cleaning the Dryer Interior  
To clean dryer drum  
2. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.  
3. Use masking tape to secure dryer door.  
For direct-wired dryers:  
1. Make a paste with powdered laundry detergent and very  
warm water.  
2. Apply paste to a soft cloth.  
OR  
WARNING  
Apply a liquid, nonflammable 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.  
NOTE: Garments that contain unstable dyes, such as denim blue  
jeans or brightly colored cotton items, may discolor the dryer  
interior. These stains are not harmful to your dryer and will not  
stain future loads of clothes. Dry unstable dye items inside-out to  
avoid dye transfer.  
Electrical Shock Hazard  
Disconnect power before servicing.  
Replace all parts and panels before operating.  
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.  
1. Disconnect wiring.  
2. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.  
3. Use masking tape to secure dryer door.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid the cost of a service call...  
Dryer Operation  
Dryer Results  
Dryer will not run  
Clothes are not drying satisfactorily, drying times are too  
long, or load is too hot  
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Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker  
tripped?  
There may be 2 fuses or circuit breakers for the dryer. Make  
sure both fuses are intact and tight, or that both circuit  
breakers have not tripped. Replace the fuse or reset the  
circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician.  
NOTE: The compact dryer operates at a lower wattage. Expect  
longer drying times.  
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Is the lint screen clogged with lint?  
Lint screen should be cleaned before each load.  
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Is the correct power supply available?  
Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. Check with a  
qualified electrician.  
WARNING  
Was a regular fuse used?  
Use a time-delay fuse.  
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Is the dryer door firmly closed?  
Was the Start button firmly pressed?  
Fire Hazard  
Use a heavy metal vent.  
Is the motor running but the drum isn’t turning?  
The belt may be broken. Call for service.  
Do not use a plastic vent.  
Do not use a metal foil vent.  
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Is the indicator light glowing? If not, press the POWER  
button.  
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death  
or fire.  
No heat  
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Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker  
tripped?  
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Is the exhaust vent or outside exhaust hood clogged with  
lint, restricting air movement?  
Run the dryer for 5-10 minutes. Hold your hand under the  
outside exhaust hood to check air movement. If you do not  
feel air movement, clean exhaust system of lint or replace  
exhaust vent with heavy metal or flexible metal vent. See  
Installation Instructions.”  
Electric dryers use 2 household fuses or circuit breakers. The  
drum may be turning, but you may not have heat. Replace the  
fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call  
an electrician.  
Unusual sounds  
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Is the exhaust vent the correct length?  
Check that the exhaust vent is not too long or has too many  
turns. Long venting will increase drying times. See  
Installation Instructions.”  
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Has the dryer had a period of non-use?  
If the dryer hasnt been used for a while, there may be a  
thumping sound during the first few minutes of operation.  
Is a coin, button or paper clip caught between the drum  
and front or rear of the dryer?  
Check the front and rear edges of the drum for small objects.  
Clean out pockets before laundering.  
Is the exhaust vent diameter the correct size?  
Use 4" (10.2 cm) diameter vent material.  
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Are the four legs installed, and is the dryer level front to  
back and side to side?  
The dryer may vibrate if not properly installed. See  
Installation Instructions.”  
Is the clothing knotted or balled up?  
When balled up, the load will bounce, causing the dryer to  
vibrate. Separate the load items and restart the dryer.  
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Loads are wrinkled  
WARNING  
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Was the load removed from dryer at the end of the cycle?  
Was the dryer overloaded?  
Dry smaller loads that can tumble freely.  
Odors  
Explosion Hazard  
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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.  
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as  
gasoline, away from dryer.  
Place dryer at least 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor  
for a garage installation.  
Is the dryer being used for the first time?  
The new electric heating element may have an odor. The odor  
will be gone after the first cycle.  
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.  
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Is the dryer located in a room with temperature below  
45ºF (7ºC)?  
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE  
Proper operation of dryer cycles requires temperatures above  
45ºF (7ºC).  
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.  
Is the dryer located in a closet?  
Closet doors must have ventilation openings at the top and  
bottom of the door. The rear of the dryer requires a minimum  
of 5½" (14 cm) of airspace, and 1" (2.5 cm) is recommended  
for the sides and front of the dryer. See Installation  
Instructions.”  
When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete  
model and serial number of your appliance. This information will  
help us to better respond to your request.  
If you need replacement parts  
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Is the load too large and heavy to dry quickly?  
Separate the load to tumble freely.  
If you need to order replacement parts, we recommend that you  
use only FSP® replacement parts. FSP® replacement parts will fit  
right and work right because they are made with the same  
precision used to build every new WHIRLPOOL® appliance.  
To locate FSP® replacement parts in your area, call us or your  
nearest Whirlpool designated service center.  
Cycle time too short  
WARNING  
Excessive Weight Hazard  
In the U.S.A.  
Call the Whirlpool Customer eXperience Center  
toll free: 1-800-253-1301.  
Use two or more people to move and install dryer.  
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.  
Our consultants provide assistance with:  
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Features and specifications on our full line of appliances.  
Installation information.  
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Is the automatic cycle ending early?  
The load may not be contacting the sensor strips. Level the  
dryer.  
Use and maintenance procedures.  
Accessory and repair parts sales.  
Change the dryness level setting on Automatic Cycles.  
Increasing or decreasing the dryness level will change the  
amount of drying time in a cycle.  
Specialized customer assistance (Spanish speaking, hearing  
impaired, limited vision, etc.).  
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Referrals to local dealers, repair parts distributors and service  
companies. Whirlpool designated service technicians are  
trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after-  
warranty service, anywhere in the United States.  
Lint on load  
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Is the lint screen clogged?  
Lint screen should be cleaned before each load.  
To locate the Whirlpool designated service company in your  
area, you can also look in your telephone directory Yellow  
Pages.  
Stains on load or drum  
For further assistance  
If you need further assistance, you can write to Whirlpool  
Corporation with any questions or concerns at:  
Drum stains are caused by dyes in clothing (usually blue  
jeans). This will not transfer to other clothing.  
Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances  
Customer eXperience Center  
553 Benson Road  
Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692  
Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.  
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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 defects in materials or  
workmanship. Service must be provided by a Whirlpool designated service company.  
Whirlpool Corporation will not pay for:  
1. Service calls to correct the installation of your dryer, including venting. Heavy 4" (10.2 cm) metal exhaust vent must be used. Refer  
to the venting section of this manual and the Installation Instructions.  
2. Service calls to instruct you how to use your dryer, to replace household fuses or correct house wiring or reset circuit breakers, or to  
replace owner accessible light bulbs.  
3. Repairs when your dryer is used in other than normal, single-family household use.  
4. Damage resulting from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, fire, floods, acts of God, improper installation (including, but not limited  
to, venting with plastic or flexible foil), installation not in accordance with local electrical and plumbing codes, or use of products not  
approved by Whirlpool Corporation.  
5. Replacement parts or repair labor costs for units operated outside the United States.  
6. Pickup and delivery. This product is designed to be repaired in the home.  
7. Repairs to parts or systems resulting from 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 50 United States, this warranty does not apply. Contact your authorized Whirlpool dealer to determine if another  
warranty applies.  
If you need service, first see Troubleshooting.Additional help can be found by checking Assistance or Service,or by calling our  
Customer eXperience Center at 1-800-253-1301, from anywhere in the U.S.A., or write: Whirlpool Corporation, Customer eXperience  
Center, 553 Benson Road, Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692.  
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Keep this book and your sales slip together for future  
reference. You must provide proof of purchase or installation  
date for in-warranty service.  
Write down the following information about your dryer to better  
help you obtain assistance or service if you ever need it. You will  
need to know your complete model number and serial number.  
You can find this information on the model and serial number  
label, located on the inside door well of your dryer.  
Dealer name____________________________________________________  
Address________________________________________________________  
Phone number__________________________________________________  
Model number __________________________________________________  
Serial number __________________________________________________  
Purchase date __________________________________________________  
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All rights reserved.  
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