Whirlpool 3DWED4800YQ, 3DWED4900YW, 3DWGD4800YQ, 3SWED4800YQ Owner's Manual

ELECTRIC OR GAS DRYER

USE AND CARE GUIDE

SECADORA A GAS O ELÉCTRICO

MANUAL DE USO Y CUIDADO

Table of Contents

	DRYER SAFETY............................................................................	2	CYCLE GUIDE...............................................................................	6
	CHECK YOUR VENT SYSTEM		USING YOUR DRYER...................................................................	7
	FOR GOOD AIR FLOW.................................................................	4	DRYER CARE	9
	CONTROL PANEL & FEATURES	5
			TROUBLESHOOTING	11

Índice

	SEGURIDAD DE LA SECADORA...............................................	14	GUÍA DE CICLOS........................................................................	18
	REVISE QUE EL SISTEMA DE VENTILACIÓN		USO DE SU SECADORA............................................................	19
	TENGA UN BUEN FLUJO DE AIRE...........................................	16	CUIDADO DE LA SECADORA	21
	PANEL DE CONTROL Y CARACTERÍSTICAS	17
			SOLUCIÓN DE PROBLEMAS	23

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DRYER SAFETY

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CHECK YOUR VENT SYSTEM FOR GOOD AIR FLOW

Good air flow

Along with heat, dryers require good air flow to efficiently dry laundry. Proper venting will reduce your drying times and improve your energy savings. See “Installation Instructions.”

The venting system attached to the dryer plays a big role in good air flow.

Service calls caused by improper venting are not covered by the warranty and will be paid by the customer, regardless of who installed the dryer.

Maintain good air flow by:

nCleaning your lint screen before each load.

nReplace plastic or foil vent material with 102 mm (4") diameter heavy, rigid vent material.

102 mm (4")

nUse the shortest length of vent possible.

nUse no more than four 90° elbows in a vent system; each bend and curve reduces air flow.

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nRemove lint and debris from the exhaust hood.

nRemove lint from the entire length of the vent system at least every 2 years. When cleaning is complete, be sure to follow the “Installation Instructions” supplied with your dryer for final product check.

nClear away items from the front the dryer.

Use Automatic Dry Cycles for Better Fabric Care and Energy Savings

Use the Automatic Dry Cycles to provide the most energy savings and enhanced fabric care from the dryer. During Automatic Dry Cycles, drying air temperature and moisture level are sensed in the load. This sensing occurs throughout the drying cycle and the dryer shuts off when the load reaches the selected dryness. The dryer will default to Energy Preferred to give you optimal dryness for your load and save energy.

With Timed Dry, the dryer runs the amount of time set and sometimes results in shrinkage, wrinkling, and static due to over-drying. Use Timed Dry for the occasional damp load that needs a little more drying time or when using the drying rack.

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CONTROL PANEL & FEATURES

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Not all features and options are available on all models.

Appearance may vary.

1DRYER CYCLE KNOB

Use your Dryer Cycle knob to select available cycles on your dryer. Turn the knob to select a cycle for your laundry load. See “Cycle Guide” for detailed descriptions of cycles.

TIMED DRY

Will run the dryer for the specified time on the control. On models with a selectable temperature knob, you may choose a setting based on the fabrics in your load. Drying time and temperature will depend on your dryer model.

AUTOMATIC DRY

Senses moisture in the load or air temperature and shuts off when the load reaches the selected dryness level. Gives the best drying in the shortest time. Drying time will vary based on fabric type, load size, and dryness setting

2TEMPERATURE / FABRIC

Select a drying temperature based on the fabrics in your load. If you are unsure of the temperature to select for a load, select the lower setting rather than the higher setting.

3WRINKLE SHIELD OPTION (on some models)

When you are unable to remove a load of clothes from the dryer as soon as it stops, wrinkles can form. The WRINKLE SHIELD option periodically tumbles, rearranges, and fluffs the load to help keep wrinkles from forming.

nTo get heat-free, periodic tumbling at the end of a cycle, turn the WRINKLE SHIELD knob to ON or OFF at any time before the cycle has ended.

NOTE: This option is available only on Automatic Cycles.

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END OF CYCLE SIGNAL/PUSH TO START

The End of Cycle Signal produces an audible sound when the drying cycle is finished. Promptly removing clothes at the end of the cycle reduces wrinkling.

Turn the END OF CYCLE SIGNAL knob to select the desired setting (On or Off). Press the PUSH to START knob to start the dryer.

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CYCLE GUIDE — AUTOMATIC DRY CYCLES

Not all cycles and settings are available on all models. Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that cycle.

AUTOMATIC DRY CYCLES - Senses moisture in the load or air temperature and shuts off when the load reaches the selected dryness level. Choose ENERGY PREFERRED cycle for optimal energy savings.

	Items to dry:	Dryness Level:	Temperature	Available	Cycle Details:
			Fabric:	Options:
	Jeans, heavy work	Very Dry	High Heavy	Temperature / Fabric	Automatic Dry cycles give the best drying
	clothes, towels	Energy Preferred		Wrinkle Shield *	in the shortest time. Drying time varies
		Less Dry		End of Cycle Signal	based on fabric type, load size, and
					dryness setting.
	Work clothes, medium	Very Dry	Medium Casual	Temperature / Fabric	Select a drying temperature based on
	weight fabrics, sheets	Energy Preferred		Wrinkle Shield *	the fabrics in your load. If you are unsure
		Less Dry		End of Cycle Signal	of the temperature to select for a load,
					select the lower setting rather than the
					higher setting.
	Casual, shirts, pants,	Very Dry	Low Knits	Temperature / Fabric
	lightweight items,	Energy Preferred		Wrinkle Shield *
	synthetics, delicates,	Less Dry		End of Cycle Signal
	athletic wear

*Option available on some models.

NOTE: If loads do not seem as dry as you would like, select Very Dry next time you dry a similar load. If loads seem drier than you like, select Less Dry next time you dry a similar load.

CYCLE GUIDE — TIMED DRY CYCLES

Not all cycles and settings are available on all models.

TIMED DRY - Will run the dryer for the specified time on the control.

	Items to dry:	Cycle:	Temperature:	Available	Cycle Details:
				Options:
	Large or heavy items	Heavy Dry	Any	Temperature / Fabric	Choose high to dry large or heavy loads.
	such as thick towels			End of Cycle Signal
	or robes
	Any load	Damp Dry	Any	Temperature / Fabric	Dries items to a damp level or for items
				End of Cycle Signal	that do not require an entire drying
					cycle.
	Any load	Tumble Press®	Any	Temperature / Fabric	Use low to medium temperature to
				End of Cycle Signal	smooth out wrinkles, such as those
					found in clothes packed in a suitcase or
					in items wrinkled from bang left in the
					dryer too long.
	Rubber, plastic, heat	Air Dry/	No Heat	Temperature / Fabric	No heat drying.
	sensitive fabrics	Fluff Air		End of Cycle Signal
	*Option available on some models.
	Setting the Drying Temperature
	If your dryer has multiple heat settings:			Use the Air Dry/Fluff Air (no heat) setting for foam, rubber,
	A High Heavy temperature setting may be used for drying			plastic, or heat-sensitive fabrics.
	heavyweight items such as towels and work clothes.			Line dry bonded or laminated fabrics.
	A Low Knits to Medium Casual temperature setting may			NOTE: If you have questions about drying temperatures for
	be used for drying medium-weight items such as sheets,			various loads, refer to the care label directions.
	blouses, dresses, underwear, permanent press fabrics, and
	some knits.

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USING YOUR DRYER

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this dryer.

Before using your dryer, wipe the dryer drum with a damp cloth to remove dust from storing and shipping.

1. Clean the lint screen

Clean the lint screen before each load. Pull the lint screen out of its holder. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers. Do not rinse or wash screen to remove lint. Push the lint screen firmly back into place.

For additional cleaning information, see “Dryer Care.”

2. Load the dryer

Place laundry in the dryer. Close the door. Do not tightly pack the dryer; clothes should be able to tumble freely.

NOTE: Your model may have a different door than the one shown. Some models have drop down doors.

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3. Select the desired cycle						5. Select End of Cycle Signal
						(if desired)

Select the desired cycle for your load. See the Cycle Guide for more information about each cycle.

AUTOMATIC DRY Cycles

You can select a different dryness level, depending on your load, by turning the knob to dryness level.

Selecting Very Dry, ENERGY PREFERRED, or Less Dry automatically adjusts the dryness level at which the dryer will shut off. Once a dry level is set, it cannot be changed without stopping the cycle.

AUTOMATIC DRY cycles give the best drying in the shortest time. Drying time varies based on fabric type, load size, and dryness setting.

NOTE: Very Dry removes more load moisture. ENERGY PREFERRED is used for a starting point for AUTODRY cycles. Choose ENERGY PREFERRED for optimal energy savings. Less Dry removes less moisture and used for loads you may want to put on a hanger to complete drying.

4. Set cycle settings

Select cycle settings by turning the knob to the desired position.

TEMPERATURE / FABRIC

Turn the TEMPERATURE / Fabric knob to change the drying temperature setting. See “Setting the Drying Temperature”.

WRINKLE SHIELD (ON SOME MODELS)

nTo get heat-free, periodic tumbling at the end of a cycle, turn the WRINKLE SHIELD knob to ON or OFF at any time before the cycle has ended.

NOTE: This option is available only on Automatic Cycles.

Turn the END OF CYCLE SIGNAL knob to select the desired setting (On or Off). The End of Cycle Signal produces an audible sound when the drying cycle is finished. Promptly removing clothes at the end of the cycle reduces wrinkling.

6. Press PUSH to START to begin cycle

Push and hold the PUSH to START knob to begin the cycle. Promptly remove garments after cycle has completed to reduce wrinkling.

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