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
CHECK YOUR VENT SYSTEM
FOR GOOD AIR FLOW ................................................................ 4
CONTROL PANEL & FEATURES ................................................. 5
Índice
CYCLE GUIDE .............................................................................. 6
USING YOUR DRYER .................................................................. 7
DRYER CARE ............................................................................... 9
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................ 11
SEGURIDAD DE LA SECADORA .............................................. 14
REVISE QUE EL SISTEMA DE VENTILACIÓN
TENGA UN BUEN FLUJO DE AIRE .......................................... 16
PANEL DE CONTROL Y CARACTERÍSTICAS ......................... 17
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GUÍA DE CICLOS ....................................................................... 18
USO DE SU SECADORA ........................................................... 19
CUIDADO DE LA SECADORA ................................................... 21
SOLUCIÓN DE PROBLEMAS .................................................... 23
DRYER SAFETY
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CHECK YOUR VENT SYSTEM FOR GOOD AIR FLOW
Maintain good air ow by:
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Cleaning your lint screen before each load.
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Replace plastic or foil vent material with 102 mm (4")
diameter heavy, rigid vent material.
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Use the shortest length of vent possible.
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Use no more than four 90° elbows in a vent system;
each bend and curve reduces air ow.
Good air ow
Along with heat, dryers require good air ow to efciently
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 ow.
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.
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Remove lint and debris from the exhaust hood.
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Remove 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 nal product check.
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Clear away items from the front the dryer.
102 mm
(4")
Good Better
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.
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DRYER 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 specied 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
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TEMPERATURE / 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.
Appearance may vary.
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WRINKLE 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 uffs
the load to help keep wrinkles from forming.
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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 nished. 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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To 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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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
Fabric:
Jeans, heavy work
clothes, towels
Work clothes, medium
weight fabrics, sheets
Casual, shirts, pants,
lightweight items,
synthetics, delicates,
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.
Very Dry
Energy Preferred
Less Dry
Very Dry
Energy Preferred
Less Dry
Very Dry
Energy Preferred
Less Dry
High Heavy
Medium Casual
Low Knits
Available
Options:
Temperature / Fabric
Wrinkle Shield *
End of Cycle Signal
Temperature / Fabric
Wrinkle Shield *
End of Cycle Signal
Temperature / Fabric
Wrinkle Shield *
End of Cycle Signal
Cycle Details:
Automatic Dry cycles give the best drying
in the shortest time. Drying time varies
based on fabric type, load size, and
dryness setting.
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.
CYCLE GUIDE — TIMED DRY CYCLES
Not all cycles and settings are available on all models.
TIMED DRY - Will run the dryer for the specied time on the control.
Items to dry: Temperature:Cycle:
Available
Options:
Cycle Details:
Large or heavy items
such as thick towels
or robes
Any load Damp Dry Any Temperature / Fabric
Any load Tumble Press
Rubber, plastic, heat
sensitive fabrics
*Option available on some models.
Heavy Dry Any Temperature / Fabric
End of Cycle Signal
End of Cycle Signal
Air Dry/
Fluff Air
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Any
No Heat
Temperature / Fabric
End of Cycle Signal
Temperature / Fabric
End of Cycle Signal
Setting the Drying Temperature
If your dryer has multiple heat settings:
A High Heavy temperature setting may be used for drying
heavyweight items such as towels and work clothes.
A Low Knits to Medium Casual temperature setting may
be used for drying medium-weight items such as sheets,
blouses, dresses, underwear, permanent press fabrics, and
some knits.
Use the Air Dry/Fluff Air (no heat) setting for foam, rubber,
plastic, or heat-sensitive fabrics.
Line dry bonded or laminated fabrics.
NOTE: If you have questions about drying temperatures for
various loads, refer to the care label directions.
Choose high to dry large or heavy loads.
Dries items to a damp level or for items
that do not require an entire drying
cycle.
Use low to medium temperature to
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.
No heat drying.
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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
2. Load the dryer
Clean the lint screen before each load. Pull the lint screen out of
its holder. Roll lint off the screen with your ngers. Do not rinse or
wash screen to remove lint. Push the lint screen rmly back into
place.
For additional cleaning information, see “Dryer Care.”
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)
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 nished. Promptly
removing clothes at the end of the cycle reduces wrinkling.
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
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.
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)
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To 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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