Whirlpool 3406879 User Manual

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120-VOLT ELECTRIC
COMPACT DRYER
Use & Care Guide
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SÉCHEUSE ÉLECTRIQUE
COMPACTE 120 VOLTS
Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE DES MATIÈRES
DRYER SAFETY..............................................................................3
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS..................................................4
Tools and Parts ............................................................................4
Location Requirements ...............................................................4
Electrical Requirements ...............................................................5
Venting Requirements..................................................................6
Plan Vent System.........................................................................6
Install Vent System.......................................................................7
Install Cord Bracket and Casters.................................................8
Connect Vent................................................................................8
Complete Installation ...................................................................8
DRYER USE ....................................................................................9
Starting Your Dryer.......................................................................9
Stopping and Restarting..............................................................9
Loading.........................................................................................9
Drying, Cycle, and Temperature Tips ........................................10
Cycles.........................................................................................10
DRYER CARE ..............................................................................10
Cleaning the Lint Screen............................................................10
Cleaning the Dryer Interior .........................................................11
Removing Accumulated Lint......................................................11
Vacation and Moving Care.........................................................11
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................12
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE.........................................................13
WARRANTY ..................................................................................14
SÉCURITÉ DE LA SÉCHEUSE ....................................................15
INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION.............................................16
Outillage et pièces nécessaires .................................................16
Emplacement dinstallation .......................................................16
Spécifications électriques ..........................................................18
Exigences concernant l'évacuation...........................................18
Planification du système d'évacuation ......................................19
Installation du conduit d’évacuation..........................................20
Installer la bride du cordon et les roulettes................................20
Conduit d’évacuation.................................................................21
Achever l'installation ..................................................................21
UTILISATION DE LA SÉCHEUSE................................................22
Mise en marche de la sécheuse ................................................22
Arrêt et remise en marche..........................................................22
Chargement................................................................................23
Conseils pour séchage, programmes et température...............23
Programmes...............................................................................23
ENTRETIEN DE LA SÉCHEUSE..................................................24
Nettoyage du filtre à charpie......................................................24
Nettoyage de l'intérieur de la sécheuse.....................................24
Enlever la charpie accumulée ....................................................25
Précautions à prendre pour les vacances
et avant un déménagement .......................................................25
DÉPANNAGE.................................................................................25
ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE.........................................................27
GARANTIE.....................................................................................28
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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 DANGER or
WARNING. These words mean:
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions.
can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
You 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
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the dryer, follow basic
WARNING:
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 articles 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 into the dryer if the drum is moving.
Do not install or store the dryer where it will be exposed to the weather.
Do not tamper with controls.
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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
Tools and Parts
Too ls nee de d
Check that you have everything necessary for correct installation. Proper installation is your responsibility.
Flat-bladed screwdriver
Level
Adjustable wrench
Gloves (optional)
Safety glasses (optional)
Duct tape
Caulking gun and
compound (for installing new exhaust vent)
Tin snips (new vent
installations)
A 120-volt, 60-hz., AC-only, 15 or 20-amo circuit.
A grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft (61 cm) of
either side of the dryer. See Electrical Requirements.
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.
A level floor with a maximum slope of 1 in. (2.5 cm) under
entire dryer.
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.
Install the dryer where it is protected from 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.
Installation Clearances
Location must be large enough to fully open dryer door.
Parts supplied
Remove parts package from the dryer drum. Check that all parts listed are included.
1 - Cycle Control (timer)
knob
1 - Push to Start button
4 - casters
2 - cord brackets
2 - screws
Parts needed
Check local codes, existing electrical supply and venting, and see Venting Requirements and Electrical Requirements before purchasing parts.
Permanent installations require
4 - dryer feet
For ordering information, please reference the Assistance or Service section of this manual. You can also contact the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer.
Location Requirements
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.
Dryer Dimensions
3
20
4
"
*
(52.7 cm)
31"
(78.7 cm)
7
23
8
"
(60.6 cm)
†Height with caster is 32½" (82.6 cm)
*Most installations require a minimum 5½ in. (14.0 cm) clearance behind the dryer for the exhaust vent with elbows. See “Venting Requirements.
Minimum installation spacing for recessed area and closet installation
The following dimensions shown are for the minimum spacing allowed when the unit is to be operated with, or without, the Stack Stand Kit. To purchase a Stack Stand Kit, see “Assistance or Service.
Additional spacing should be considered for ease of
installation and servicing.
Additional clearances might be required for wall, door, and
floor moldings.
Additional spacing of 1 in. (2.5 cm) on all sides of the dryer is
recommended to reduce noise transfer.
For closet installation with a door, minimum ventilation
openings in the top and bottom of the door are required. Louvered doors with equivalent ventilation openings are acceptable.
Companion appliance spacing should also be considered.
You will need
A location that allows for proper exhaust installation. See
Venting Requirements.
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Recessed or closet installation - Dryer only
Electrical Requirements
WARNING
1. Side view - closet or confined area
2. Recessed area
Recessed or closet installation - Stacked
1 2 3
1. Recessed area
2. Side view - closet or confined area
3. Closet door with vents
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).
Mobile home installations require:
Metal exhaust system hardware which is available for
purchase from your dealer.
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.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in
death, fire, or electrical shock.
A 120-volt, 60-Hz., AC-only, 15- or 20-amp fused electrical
supply is required.
A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. Be sure
fuse or circuit breaker matches the rating of your line.
Use a separate circuit serving only your dryer.
Do not use an extension cord.
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 is equipped with 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.
WARNING:
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 provided with the dryer: if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
Improper connection of the equipment-
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Venting Requirements
Fire Hazard Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use a plastic vent. Do not use a metal foil vent. Failure to follow these instructions can result in
death or fire.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE
EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. 4 in. (10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps must be
used. DURASAFE vent products are recommended. DURASAFE vent products can be purchased from your dealer
or by calling Whirlpool Parts and Accessories. For more information, see the Assistance or Service section of this manual.
Do not exhaust the dryer into any gas vent, chimney, wall,
ceiling, or a concealed space of a building.
Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch.
Do not install flexible metal vent in enclosed walls, ceilings or
floors.
Do not use screws or other fastening devices that extend into
the interior of the vent to secure vent.
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Improper venting can cause moisture and lint to collect indoors, which may result in:
Moisture damage to woodwork, furniture, paint, wall-
paper, carpets, etc.
Housecleaning problems and health problems.
Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use plastic or metal foil vent. Rigid metal vent is recommended to prevent crushing and
kinking. Flexible metal vent must be fully extended and supported when
the dryer is in its final position. Remove excess flexible metal vent to avoid sagging and kinking that may result in reduced airflow.
An exhaust hood should cap the vent to prevent rodents and insects from entering the home.
Exhaust hood must be at least 12 in. (30.5 cm) from the ground or any object that may be in the path of the exhaust (such as flowers, rocks or bushes, etc.).
If using an existing vent system, clean lint from the entire length of the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with lint. Replace any plastic or metal foil vent with rigid metal or flexible metal vent.
Use duct tape to seal all joints.
Plan Vent System
Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer.
1
2
3
1. Exhaust hood
2. Flexible metal vent or rigid metal vent
3. Elbow
Alternate installations for close clearances
Venting systems come in many varieties. Select the type best for your installation. Two close-clearance installations are shown. Refer to the manufacturers instructions provided with the vent system.
1. Over-The-Top installation (also available with one offset elbow)
2. Periscope installation
NOTE: The following kits for close clearance alternate installations are available for purchase. For ordering information see Assistance or Service.
Over-The-Top Installation:
Part Number 4396028
Periscope Installation (for use with dryer vent to wall vent
mismatch): Part Number 4396037 - for mismatch of 0 in. (0 cm) to 18 in.
(45.72 cm) Part Number 4396011 - for mismatch of 18 in. (45.72 cm) to
29 in. (73.66 cm) Part Number 4396014 - for mismatch of 29 in. (73.66 cm) to
50 in. (127 cm)
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Special provisions for mobile home installations
The exhaust vent must be securely fastened to a noncombustible portion of the mobile home structure. Do not use screws or other fastening devices that extend into the interior of the vent to secure vent.
3. Determine the number of elbows you will need. IMPORTANT: Do not use vent runs longer than specified in the
Vent Length Chart In the column listing the type of metal vent you are using (rigid
metal or flexible metal), find the maximum length of metal vent on the same line as the number of elbows.
Terminate the exhaust vent outside. The exhaust vent must not terminate beneath the mobile home and must not be connected to any other duct, vent, or chimney.
Determine Vent length
1. Select the route that will provide the staightest 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 90° turns.
2. Determine vent length.
The maximum length of the exhaust system depends upon:
The type of vent (rigid metal or flexible metal).
The number of elbows used.
Type of hood.
Recommended hood styles are shown here.
2
Number of
90º turns
or elbows
0 Rigid metal
1 Rigid metal
2 Rigid metal
Type of
vent
Flexible metal
Flexible metal
Flexible metal
Box or
louvered
hoods
36 ft (11 m) 28 ft (8.5 m)
26 ft (7.9 m) 18 ft (5.5 m)
16 ft (4.9 m) 8 ft (2.8 m)
Angled
hoods
26 ft (7.9 m) 22 ft (6.7 m)
16 ft (4.9 m) 12 ft (3.7 m)
6 ft (1.8 m) 2 ft (0.6 m)
Install Vent System
1. (Optional) Put on safety glasses and gloves.
2. Before installing the vent system, be sure to remove the wire
exhaust guard that is located at the exhaust outlet.
3. Install exhaust hood. Use caulking compound to seal exterior
wall opening around exhaust hood.
4. Connect vent to exhaust hood. Vent must fit inside exhaust
hood. Secure vent to exhaust hood with 4 in. (10.2 cm) clamp.
5. Run vent to dryer location. Use the straightest path possible.
See Determine Vent Length. Avoid 90º turns. Use duct tape to seal all joints.
1
4" (10.2 cm)
4" (10.2 cm)
1. Louvered style
2. Box hood style
The angled hood style (shown following) is acceptable.
4"
(10.2 cm)
2.5"
(6.4 cm)
See the exhaust vent length chart that matches your hood type for the maximum vent lengths you can use.
Exhaust systems longer than specified will:
Shorten the life of the dryer.
Reduce performance, resulting in longer drying times and
increased energy usage.
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Install Cord Bracket and Casters
Do not move dryer into its final position until the following steps have been performed.
WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install dryer.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
Install cord bracket
1. Remove tape from the power cord and the rear panel.
2. Insert cord brackets into slotted holes in rear panel and
secure with screws provided.
1
2
3
1. Cord bracket
2. Slotted hole
3. Screw
NOTE: Power supply cord may be wrapped around the brackets for storage convenience when dryer is not in use.
Install casters
1. Lay the dryer on its side.
2. Use the carton to prevent damage to the dryer.
Connect Vent
1. Using a 4 in. (10.2 cm) clamp, connect vent to exhaust outlet
in dryer. If connecting to existing vent, make sure the vent is clean. The dryer vent must fit over the dryer exhaust outlet and inside the exhaust hood. Make sure the vent is secured to exhaust hood with a 4 in. (10.2 cm) clamp.
2. Move dryer into final position. Do not crush or kink vent.
Make sure dryer is level.
Complete Installation
1. Check to be sure all parts are now installed. If there is an
extra part, go back through the steps to see which step was skipped.
2. Check to be sure you have all of your tools.
3. Dispose of all packaging materials.
4. Check the dryers final location. Be sure the vent is not
crushed or kinked.
5. Check to be sure the dryer is on a level surface.
6. Plug into a 3 prong grounded outlet. Turn power on.
7. Remove the blue protective film on the console and any tape
remaining on the dryer. Remove tape from the lint screen (located on inside back wall of dryer).
8. Read Dryer Use.
9. Wipe the dryer drum interior thoroughly with a damp cloth to
remove any dust.
10. To test the dryer, 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:
Controls are set in a running or On position.
Start button has been firmly pushed.
Dryer is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Electrical supply is connected.
House fuse is intact and tight; or circuit breaker has not
tripped.
Dryer door is closed.
11. When the dryer has been running for 5 minutes, open the
dryer door and feel for heat. If you do not feel heat, check the following:
Controls are set on a heated cycle, not an air cycle.
NOTE: You may notice a burning odor when dryer is first heated. This odor is common when the heating element is first used. The odor will go away.
3. Screw casters into dryer base at four corners and tighten
securely.
4. Set the dryer upright. In doing so, be careful that the dryer
does not roll away from you.
NOTE: Permanent installations require 4 dryer feet. See Assistance or Service section for ordering information.
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DRYER USE

Starting Your Dryer
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.
2. Turn the Cycle Control knob to the recommended cycle for
the type of load being dried. Use the Energy Preferred Automatic Setting ( weight loads. See Drying, Cycle, and Temperature Tips.
3. Push the START button.
) to dry most heavyweight and medium
*
Stopping and Restarting
You can stop your dryer any time during a cycle.
To stop your dryer
Open the dryer door or turn the Cycle Control knob to OFF. NOTE: The Cycle Control knob should point to an Off area when
the dryer is not in use.
To restart your dryer
1. Close the door.
2. Select a new cycle and temperature (if desired).
3. Push START.
Loading
Load clothes loosely into the dryer. Do not pack the dryer. Allow space for clothes to tumble freely. The following chart shows the maximum load you can place in your compact dryer. Expect longer drying times.
Fire Hazard No washer can completely remove oil. Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of
oil on it (including cooking oils). Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be
dried on a clothesline or by using an Air Cycle. Failure to follow these instructions can result in
death or fire.
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 dryer. Allow space for clothes to tumble freely.
Heavy work clothes
Delicates 1 camisole, 2 slips, 4 undergarments,
Towels 9 bath towels; or 6 bath towels, 3 hand
Mixed Load 2 pillowcases, 1 T-shirt, 2 shirts, 1 pair
Knits 2 slacks, 2 shirts; or 3 dresses
Perm. Press 6 shirts; or 2 double sheets & 2 pillowcases;
2 pair of pants, 3 work shirts
1 set of sleepwear, 1 half slip
towels, 6 wash cloths
slacks
or 2 singles sheets & 2 pillowcases
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