DRYERUSERINSTRUCTIONS
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ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ............................1
DRYER SAFETY ............................................... 2
DRYER USE ...................................................... 4
DRYER CARE ................................................... 5
TROUBLESHOOTING ...................................... 6
WARRANTY ...................................................... 7
Assistance or Service
Ifyou need assistance or service, firstsee the "Troubleshooting"
section. Additional help is available by calling 1-800-461-5681
Monday to Friday8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. (EST). Saturday 8:30 a.m.
- 4:30 p.m. (EST) or write:
Customer Interaction Center
Whirlpool Canada Inc.
1901 Minnesota Court
Miseiseauga, Ontado LSN 3A7
Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.
For installation and service, cell: 1-800-807-8777 or visit our
webalte at www.whidpool.com/canada.
Keep this book and your sales slip together for future
reference. You must provide proof of purchase or installation
date for in-warranty service.
ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE ............................. 9
S_CURIT_ DE LA SECHEUSE ........................ 9
UTILISATION DE LA SECHEUSE .................. 11
ENTRETIEN DE LA SECHEUSE .................... 13
DEPANNABE ................................................... 14
GARANTIE ....................................................... 15
Write down the following information about your appliance to help
you obtain assistance or service if you ever need it. You will need
to know your complete model number and serialnumber. You can
find this information on the model and serial number label, located
at the top inside dryer door well.
Dealer name
Serial number
Address
Phone number
Model number
Purchase date
8557472
DRYERSAFETY
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 killor hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING."
These words mean:
You can be killed or serlousty Injured If you don't Immediately
follow Instructions.
You can be killed or seriously Injured If you don't follow
Instructions.
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 reducethe riskoffire, electricshock,or injuryto personswhen usingthe dryer,followbasic precautions,
including the following:
• Read all instructions before using the dryer.
• 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.
• Do not dry articlas that have been previously cleaned in,
washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-
cleaning solvents, other flammable, or explosive
substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or
explode.
• Do not allow children to play on or in the dryer. Close
supervision of children is necessary when the dryer is
used near children.
• Before the dryer is removed from service or discarded,
remove the door to the drying compartment.
• Do not reach intothe dryer if the drum is moving.
• Do not installor store the dryer where it will be exposed
to the weather.
• Do not tamper with controls.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
• 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 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.
• 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.
• The interior of the dryer and exhaust vent should be
cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel.
• See installation instructions for grounding requirements.
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WARNING: 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 death.
- 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:
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not usa any phone in your building.
• Clear the room, building, or area of all occupants.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's
instructions.
• 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.
Cheddug YourVent
Your dryer must be properly installed and vented to achieve
maximum drying efficiency and shorten drying times. Use the
minimum recommended installation clearances found inyour
Installation Instructions. See the Installation Instructions for more
information.
1. Do not use plastic vent or metal foil vent. Use 4" (10.2 cm)
metal orflexible metal vent, Do not kink or crush flexible metal
vent, It must be completely extended to allow adequate
exhaust air to flow, Check vent after installation, Refer to your
Installation Instructions for proper length requirements of vent,
2. Use a 4" (10,2 cm) exhaust hood,
3. Use the straightest path possible when routingthe vent,
Fire Hazard
Use a heavy metal vent.
Do not use a plaatlc vent.
Do not use a metal foil vent,
Failure to follow these Inatructlone can result In death
or fire,
Ifthe dryer isnot properly installed and vented, it will not be
covered under the warranty.
NOTE: Service calls caused by improper venting will be paid for
by the customer, whether It was a paid installation or sail-
installed.
4. Use clamps to seal alljoints. Do not use duct tape, screws or
other fastaning devices that extend intothe interiorof the vent
to secure vent.
5. Clean exhaust vent periodically, depending on use, but at
least every 2 years, or when installing your dryer ina new
location. When cleaning is complete, be sure to follow the
Installation Instructions supplied with your dryer for final
product check.
DRYERUSE
Loading
Load clothes loosely into the dryer. Do not pack the dryen Allow space for clothes to tumble freely. The following charts show examples
of balanced loads that would allow for proper tumbling.
SUPER CAPACITY and SUPER CAPACITY PLUS DRYERS
Heavy Work Clothes Mixed Load Towels Delicates
4 pair of pants 3 sheets (1 king, 2 twin) 10 bath towels 3 camisoles
4 pair ofjcans 4 pillowcases 10 hand towels 1 robe
2 sweatshirts g T-shirts 14 washcloths 4 slips
2 sweatpants g pair of shorts 1 bath mat 8 undergarments
4 shirts 3 blouses 2 sets of slespwear
Heavy Work Clothes Mixed Load Towels Delicates
3 pair of pants 3 double sheets 10 bath towels 3 camisoles
4 pair ofjcans 4 pillowcases 10 hand towels 1 robe
2 pair of overalls 8 T-shirts 14 washcloths 4 slips
3 shirts 6 pair of shorts 1 bath mat 6 undergarments
10 handkerchiefs 1 child's outfit
3 shirts
EXTRA LARGE CAPACITY DRYERS
2 blouses 2 sets of slespwear
8 handkerchiefs 1 child's outfit
StartingYourDryer
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from dryer.
Do not dry anything that has ever had anything
flammable on It (even after washing).
Failure to follow these Instructions can result In death,
explosion, or fire.
This booklet covers several different models. Your dryer may not 3.
have all ofthe cycles and features described.
Before using your dryer, wipe the dryer drum with a damp cloth to
remove dust from storing and shipping.
1. Load clothes loosely into the dryer and close the door. Do not
pack the dryen Allow space for clothes to tumble freely.
2. Turn the Cycle Control knob to the recommended cycle for the
type of load being dried. Use the Energy Preferred Automatic
Setting (*) setting to dry most heavy to medium weight fabrics. 4.
Temperature is included in the cycle selections. See "Dryer
Cycle Descriptions" (separate sheet) for temperature 5.
suggestions.
Fire Hazard
No washer can completely remove o11.
Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oll on
It (Including cooking oils).
Items contelnlng foam, rubber, or plaatlc must be dried
on a clothesline or by using an Air Cycle.
Failure to follow these Inatructlons can result In death
or fire.
(OPTIONAL) Your dryer may have an END OF CYCLE SIGNAL.
The signal is helpful when drying items that should be
removed from the dryer as soon as itstops.
a On some models, the End of Cycle Signal is fixed.
a
On other models, the End of Cycle signal is part of the
Start button and is seleotable. Turn the PUSH TO START
button to ON or OFR The signal will sound only if the
selector is set to On.
If desired, add fabric softener sheet. Follow package
instructions.
Press the PUSH TO START button.
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Stopping and Restarting
You can stop your dryer anytime during a cycle.
To stop your dryer
Open the dryer door or turn the Cycle Control knob to OFR
NOTE: The Cycle Control knob should point to an Off area when
the dryer is not in use.
To restart your dryer
Close the door. Select a new cycle and temperature (if desired).
Pressthe PUSH TO START button.
DryingRackOption
Use the Drying Rack to dry items such as sweaters and pillows
without tumbling. The drum turns, but the rack does not move.
Ifyour model does not have a drying rack, you may be able to
purchase one for your model. To find out whether your model
allows drying rack usage and for ordering information, please refer
to the front page of your manual or contact the dealer from whom
you purchased your dryer.
NOTE: The rack must be removed for normal tumbling. Do not
use the automatic cycle with the drying rack.
DRYERCARE
To use the drying rack
1. Place drying rack in dryer. Slide rear pegs into the dimples on
the back wall of the dryen Lower the front legs to rest on the
dryer opening.
2. Put wet items on top of rack, leaving space between items.
Do not allow items to hang over the edge of the rack. Close
the door.
3.
Select a timed drying cycle and temperature, or an air cycle.
Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be dried on a
clothesline or by using an air cycle. Refer to the following
table.
4. Start the dryen Reset cycle to complete drying, if needed.
Rack Dry Cycle Terop "13roe
Washable wool items (block _med Low 60 rain.
to shape, lay fiat on rack) Dry
Stuffed toys/pillows (cotton _med Low 60 min.
or polyester filled) Dry
Stuffed toys/pillows Air Dry N/A 90 rain.
Foam rubber filled (no heat)
Cleaningthe DryerLocation
Keep dryer areaclear and free from items that would obstruct the
flow of combustion and ventilation ale
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
geaollne, away from dryer.
Place dryer at least 18 Inches (46 cm) above the floor
for a garage Installation,
Fallura to do so can result In death, explosion, or flra,
Cleaningthe LintScreen
Clean the lint screen before each load. A screen blocked by lint
can increase drying time.
IMPORTANT:
a Do not runthe dryer with the lintscreen loose, damaged,
blocked, or missing. Doing so can cause overheating and
damage to both the dryer and fabrics.
a If lintfalls off the screen into the dryer during removal, check
the exhaust hood and remove the lint.
Every Load Cleaning
I. Pull the lintscreen toward you.
2. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers. Do not rinse or wash
screen to remove lint. Wet lint is hard to remove.
3. Push the lint screen firmly back into place.
As Needed Cleaning
1. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers.
2. Wet both sides of lint screen with hot water.
3. Wet a nylon brush with hot water and liquid detergent. Scrub
lint screen with the brush to remove residue buildup.
4. Rinse screen with hot water.
5. Thoroughly dry lintscreen with a clean towel. Replace screen
in dryer.
Cleaningthe DryerInterior
1. Apply a nonflammable houeshold cleaner to the stained area
of the drum and rub with a soft cloth untilstain is removed.
2. Wipe drum thoroughly with a damp clcth.
3. Tumble a load of clean cloths or towels to dry the drum.
NOTE: Garments which 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
prevent dye transfer.
RemovingAccumulatedLint
From Inside the Dryer Cabinet
Lintshould be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending
on dryer usage. Cleaning should be done by a qualified person.
From Inside the Exhaust Vent
Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending
on dryer usage.