Whirlpool 8578186 User Manual

ELECTRONIC

GAS DRYER

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Table ofContents/Table des matières......................... 2

Use&CareGuide

8578186

TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE DES MATIÈRES

DRYER SAFETY..............................................................................3

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS..................................................5

Tools and Parts ............................................................................5

Options.........................................................................................5

Location Requirements ...............................................................6

Electrical Requirements...............................................................7

Gas Supply Requirements...........................................................8

Venting Requirements..................................................................9

Plan Vent System.........................................................................9

Install Vent System.....................................................................11

Install Leveling Legs...................................................................11

Level Dryer .................................................................................12

Make Gas Connection ...............................................................12

Connect Vent..............................................................................12

Complete Installation .................................................................12

DRYER USE ..................................................................................13

Starting Your Dryer.....................................................................13

Stopping Your Dryer ..................................................................14

Pausing or Restarting.................................................................14

Control Locked...........................................................................14

Loading.......................................................................................14

Drying and Cycle Tips................................................................14

Status Lights ..............................................................................15

Cycles.........................................................................................15

Additional Features ....................................................................16

Drying Rack................................................................................17

DRYER CARE ...............................................................................18

Cleaning the Dryer Location ......................................................18

Cleaning the Lint Screen............................................................18

Cleaning the Dryer Interior.........................................................18

Removing Accumulated Lint......................................................18

Vacation and Moving Care.........................................................19

Changing the Drum Light...........................................................19

TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................19

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE.........................................................20

WARRANTY ..................................................................................21

SÉCURITÉ DE LA SÉCHEUSE ....................................................22

INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION.............................................24

Outillage et pièces......................................................................24

Options.......................................................................................24

Emplacement d’installation........................................................25

Spécifications électriques..........................................................27

Alimentation en gaz....................................................................27

Exigences concernant l’évacuation...........................................29

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

DANGER

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.

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.

follow instructions.

can be killed or seriously injured if you don't

You

instructions.

– 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 use 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.

In the State of Massachusetts, the following installation instructions apply:

■ Installations and repairs must be performed by a qualified or licensed contractor, plumber, or gasfitter qualified or licensed by

the State of Massachusetts.

■ If using a ball valve, it shall be a T-handle type.

■ A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3 feet.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:

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, drycleaning 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.

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the dryer, follow basic precautions,

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.

IMPORTANT: The gas installation must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 or the Canadian Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1.

The dryer must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 or Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Tool sa nd Par ts

Check that you have everything necessary for correct installation. Proper installation is your responsibility.

■ 8" or 10" pipe wrench

■ 8" or 10" adjustable

wrench (for gas connections)

■ Flat-blade screwdriver

■ Adjustable wrench that

opens to 1" (2.5 cm) or hex-head socket wrench (for adjusting dryer feet)

■ Level

■ ¹⁄₄" nut driver or socket

wrench

Parts supplied

Remove parts packages from dryer drum. Check that all parts are included.

■ Parts package.

4 Leveling legs

NOTE: Do not use leveling legs if installing the dryer on a pedestal.

■ Knife

■ Safety glasses

■ Vent clamps

■ Pipe-joint compound

resistant to L.P. gas

■ Caulking gun and

compound (for installing new exhaust vent)

■ Gloves

■ Pliers

Options

Pedestal

Are you placing the dryer on a pedestal? You may purchase a pedestal separately for this dryer. This pedestal will add about 13" (33 cm) to the height of your unit for a total height of approximately 51" (130 cm).

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 Part Number LAB2700MQ (White), LAB2700MT (Biscuit) or LAB2700ML (Pewter).

Stack Kit

Are you planning to stack your DUET® washer and dryer? To do so, you will need to purchase a Stack Kit.

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 8541503.

Door Reversal Kit

Parts needed

Check local codes and with gas supplier. Check existing gas supply, electrical supply and venting. Read “Electrical Requirements,” “Gas Supply Requirements” and “Ve nting Requirements” before purchasing parts.

■ For close-clearance installations between 31.5" (80.01 cm)

and 37" (93.98 cm), see “Plan Vent System” section for venting requirements.

37" (93.98 cm)

Mobile home installations require special parts (listed following) that may be ordered by calling the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer. For further information, please refer to the “Assistance or Service” section of this manual.

■ Mobile Home Installation Kit. Ask for Part Number 346764.

■ Metal exhaust system hardware.

Are you planning to reverse the door swing direction on your DUET® dryer? To do so, you will need to purchase a Door Reversal Kit.

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 8530069 (Shield Blue), 8530070 (Shield Platinum), 8530071 (Biscuit) or 8530072 (Pewter).

Door Reversal and Stack Combination Kit

Are you planning to reverse the door swing direction on your

dryer and stack your DUET® washer and dryer? To do so,

DUET you can purchase a Door Reversal and Stack Combination Kit.

To order, call the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or refer to the “Assistance and Service” section of this manual. Ask for Part Number 8530073 (Shield Blue), 8530074 (Shield Platinum), 8530075 (Biscuit) or 8530076 (Pewter).

Backguard

If you are installing your DUET® washer and dryer and wish to avoid having loose items fall behind your machines, you may purchase a pair of washer/dryer backguards. These will reduce the chance of items falling behind the machines during operation.

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 8558694 (White), 8558695 (Biscuit) or 8558696 (Pewter).

LocationRequirements

WARNING

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.

You will need

■ A location that allows for proper exhaust installation. A gas

dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors. See “Venting Requirements.”

■ 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 total dryer weight of 200 lbs

(90.7 kg). The combined weight of a companion appliance should also be considered.

■ A level floor with a maximum slope of 1" (2.5 cm) under entire

dryer. If slope is greater than 1" (2.5 cm), install Extended Dryer Feet Kit, Part Number 279810. Clothes may not tumble properly and automatic sensor cycles may not operate correctly if dryer is not level.

■ For a garage installation, you will need to place the dryer at

least 18" (46 cm) above the floor. If using a pedestal, you will need an additional 6" (15.24 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. This can result in longer drying times.

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.

NOTE: No other fuel-burning appliance can be installed in the same closet as a dryer.

Installation clearances

■ The location must be large enough to fully open the dryer

door.

■ 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" (2.5 cm) on all sides of the dryer is

recommended to reduce noise transfer.

■ Companion appliance spacing should also be considered.

Dryer Dimensions

51½" (130.81 cm)

38" (96.52 cm)

*31½" (80 cm)

27" (68.6 cm)

*Most installations require a minimum 5½" (14 cm) clearance

behind the dryer for the exhaust vent with elbow. See “Venting Requirements.”

Minimum installation spacing for custom undercounter installation

The dimensions shown are for the minimum spacing allowed.

Custom undercounter installation - Dryer only

0" (0 cm)

38" min. (96.52 cm)

0" (0 cm)

27" (68.6 cm)

0" (0 cm)

Minimum installation spacing for recessed or closet installation, with or without a pedestal

■ The dimensions shown are for the minimum spacing allowed.

■ 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.

Closet installation - Dryer only

)

14" max. (35.6 cm)

18" min. (45.72 cm)

31½" (80 cm)

0" (0 cm)

(0 cm)

A. Side view - closet or confined area B. Closet door with vents

48 in.

(310 cm2)

24 in.

(155 cm2)

Recessed or closet installation - Dryer on pedestal

14" max. (35.6 cm)

18" min. (45.72 cm)

3" (7.6 cm)

Mobile home - Additional installation 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 24, HUD Part 280) or Standard CAN/CSA-Z240 MH.

Mobile home installations require:

■ Metal exhaust system hardware which is available for

purchase from your dealer.

■ Mobile home Installation Kit Part Number 346764. See “Tools

and Parts” section for ordering information.

■ 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.

ElectricalRequirements

WARNING

0" (0 cm)

27" (68.6 cm)

0" (0 cm)

31½" (80 cm)

0" (0 cm)

A. Recessed area B. Side view - closet or confined area

Minimum installation spacing for cabinet installation

■ The dimensions shown are for the minimum spacing allowed.

■ For cabinet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation

openings in the top of the cabinet are required.

7" (17.8 cm)

9" (22.9 cm

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.

■ 120-Volt, 60-Hz., AC-only, 15- or 20-amp fused electrical

supply is required. (Time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended.) It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this dryer be provided.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

■

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 equipmentgrounding 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.

(0 cm)

31¹₂"

(80.0 cm)

0" (0 cm)

(0 cm)

27"

(68.6 cm)

0" (0 cm)

WARNING:

Improper connection of the equipmentgrounding 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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

GasSupplyRequirements

WARNING

The location should be easy to reach for opening and closing.

Explosion Hazard

Use a new AGA or CSA approved gas supply line.

Install a shut-off valve.

Securely tighten all gas connections.

If connected to LP, have a qualified person make sure

gas pressure does not exceed 13" (33 cm) water

column.

Examples of a qualified person include:

licensed heating personnel,

authorized gas company personnel, and

authorized service personnel.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

Gas Type

Natural gas:

This dryer is equipped for use with natural gas. It is designcertified by CSA International for L.P. (propane or butane) gases with appropriate conversion.

■ Your dryer must have the correct burner for the type of gas in

your home. Burner information is located on the rating plate in the door well of your dryer. If this information does not agree with the type of gas available, contact your dealer or call the phone numbers referenced in the “Assistance or Service” section of this manual.

L.P. gas conversion: Conversion must be made by a qualified technician.

No attempt shall be made to convert the appliance from the gas specified on the model/serial rating plate for use with a different gas without consulting the serving gas supplier.

Gas supply line

■ ½" IPS pipe is recommended.

■ ³⁄₈" approved tubing is acceptable for lengths under

20 ft (6.1 m) if local codes and gas supplier permit.

■ Must include ¹⁄₈" NPT minimum plugged tapping accessible

for test gauge connection, immediately upstream of the gas connection to the dryer (see following illustration).

■ Must include a shutoff valve:

In the U.S.A.:

An individual manual shutoff valve must be installed within six (6) feet (1.8 m) of the dryer in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1.

In Canada:

An individual manual shutoff valve must be installed in accordance with the B149.1, Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code. It is recommended that an individual manual shutoff valve be installed within six (6) feet (1.8 m) of the dryer.

A. ³⁄₈" flexible gas connector B. ³⁄₈" pipe to flare adapter fitting

NPT plugged tapping

C. ¹⁄₈" D. ½" NPT gas supply line

E. Gas shutoff valve

Gas supply connection requirements

There are many methods by which your gas dryer can be connected to the gas supply. Listed here are some guidelines for two different methods of connection.

Option 1 (Recommended method)

Flexible stainless steel gas connector:

■ If local codes permit, use a new flexible stainless steel gas

connector (Design Certified by the American Gas Association or CSA International) to connect your dryer to the rigid gas supply line. Use an elbow and a ³⁄₈" flare x ³⁄₈" NPT adapter fitting between the stainless steel gas connector and the dryer gas pipe, as needed to prevent kinking.

Option 2 (Alternate method)

Approved aluminum or copper tubing:

■ Lengths under 20 ft (6.1 m) can use ³⁄₈" approved tubing

(if codes and gas supplier permit).

■ If you are using natural gas, do not use copper tubing.

■ ³⁄₈" flare x ³⁄₈" NPT adapter fitting between dryer pipe and

³⁄₈" approved tubing.

■ Lengths over 20 ft (6.1 m) should use larger tubing and a

different size adapter fitting.

■ If your dryer has been converted to use L.P. gas, ³⁄₈" L.P.

compatible copper tubing can be used. If the total length of the supply line is more than 20 ft (6.1 m), use larger tubing.

NOTE: Pipe joint compounds that resist the action of L.P. gas must be used. Do not use TEFLON

®†

tape.

Dryer gas pipe

■ The gas pipe that comes out through the rear of your dryer

has a ³⁄₈" male pipe thread.

1½" (3.8 cm)

*6¼" (15.9 cm)

A. ½" NPT gas supply line

³⁄₈

" NPT dryer pipe

*NOTE: If the dryer is mounted on a pedestal, the gas pipe height

must be an additional 13" (33 cm) from the floor.

†®TEFLON is a registered trademark of E.I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company.

Burner input requirements

Elevations up to 10,000 ft (3,048 meters):

■ The design of this dryer is certified by CSA International for

use at altitudes up to 10,000 ft (3,048 m) above sea level at the B.T.U. rating indicated on the model/serial number plate. Burner input adjustments are not required when the dryer is operated up to this elevation.

Elevations above 10,000 ft (3,048 meters):

■ When installed above 10,000 ft (3,048 m) a 4% reduction of

the burner B.T.U. rating shown on the model/serial number plate is required for each 1,000 ft (305 m) increase in elevation.

■ Use clamps to seal all joints. Exhaust vent must not be

connected or secured with screws or other fastening devices which extend into the interior of the duct. Do not use duct tape.

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,

wallpaper, carpets, etc.

Housecleaning problems and health problems.

Gas supply pressure testing

■ The dryer must be disconnected from the gas supply piping

system during pressure testing at pressures greater than ½ psi.

Venting Requirements

WARNING

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" (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.

■ The dryer exhaust must not be connected 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.

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 can result in reduced airflow and poor performance.

An exhaust hood should cap the vent to prevent rodents and insects from entering the home.

Exhaust hood must be at least 12" (30.5 cm) from the ground or any object that is 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.

Plan Vent System

Typical exhaust installations

Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer. Other installations are possible.

A. Dryer B. Elbow C. Wall D. Exhaust hood E. Clamps

F. Rigid metal or flexible metal vent G. Vent length necessary to connect elbows H. Exhaust outlet

Optional exhaust installations

This dryer can be converted to exhaust out the right side, left side, or through the bottom. Contact your local dealer to have the dryer converted.

WARNING

Fire Hazard

Cover unused exhaust holes with one of the following kits:

279818 (white) 279925 (biscuit) 279969 (pewter) Contact your local dealer. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,

fire, electrical shock, or serious injury.

■ Over the top Installation:

Part Number 4396028

■ Periscope Installation (For use with dryer vent to wall vent

mismatch):

Part Number 4396037 - 0" (0 cm) to 18" (45.72 cm) mismatch

Part Number 4396011 - 18" (45.72 cm) to 29" (73.66 cm) mismatch

Part Number 4396014 - 29" (73.66 cm) to 50" (127 cm) mismatch

Special provisions for mobile home installations

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.

A. Standard rear offset exhaust installation B. Left or right side exhaust installation C. Bottom exhaust installation (Not an option with

pedestal installations.)

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 manufacturer’s instructions.

A. Over the top installation (also available

with one offset elbow)

B. Periscope installation

NOTE: The following kits for close clearance alternate installations are available for purchase. Please see the “Assistance or Service” section of this manual to order.

Determine Vent Length

1. Select the route that will provide the straightest 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 90º turns when possible.

better

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.

(10.2 cm)

A. Louvered hood style B. Box hood style

good

(10.2 cm)

The angled hood style (shown following) is acceptable.

4" (10.2 cm)

Install Leveling Legs

2½" (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.

3. Determine the number of elbows you will need. IMPORTANT: Do not use vent runs longer than those

specified in the Vent Length Chart.

The following chart helps you determine your maximum vent length based on the number of 90° turns or elbows you will need and the type of vent (rigid or flexible metal) and hood that you will use.

Vent Length Chart

Number of 90º turns or elbows

0 Rigid metal

1 Rigid metal

Type of vent

Flexible metal

Box or Louvered hoods

64 ft (20 m) 36 ft (11 m)

54 ft (16.5 m) 31 ft (9.4 m)

Angled hoods

58 ft (17.7 m) 28 ft (8.5 m)

48 ft (14.6 m) 23 ft (7 m)

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.

1. To protect the floor, use a large flat piece of cardboard from

the dryer carton. Place cardboard under the entire back edge of the dryer. See illustration.

2. Firmly grasp the body of the dryer (not the console panel).

Gently lay the dryer on the cardboard.

3. Examine the leveling legs. Find the diamond marking.

2 Rigid metal

Flexible metal

3 Rigid metal

Flexible metal

4 Rigid metal

Flexible metal

NOTE: Side and bottom exhaust installations have a 90º turn

inside the dryer. To determine maximum exhaust length, add one 90º turn to the chart.

44 ft (13.4 m) 27 ft (8.2 m)

35 ft (10.7 m) 25 ft (7.6 m)

27 ft (8.2 m) 23 ft (7 m)

38 ft (11.6 m) 19 ft (5.8 m)

29 ft (8.8 m) 17 ft (5.2 m)

21 ft (6.4 m) 15 ft (4.6 m)

InstallVent System

1. (Optional) Put on safety glasses and gloves.

2. Install exhaust hood. Use caulking compound to seal exterior

wall opening around exhaust hood.

3. Connect vent to exhaust hood. Vent must fit inside exhaust hood. Secure vent to exhaust hood with 4" (10.2 cm) clamp.

4. Run vent to dryer location. Use the straightest path possible. See “Determine Vent Length.” 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.

4. Screw the legs into the leg holes by hand. Use a wrench to

finish turning the legs until the diamond marking is no longer visible.

5. Place a carton corner post under each of the 2 dryer back

corners. Stand the dryer up. Slide the dryer on the corner posts until it is close to its final location. Leave enough room to connect the exhaust vent or gas line.

6. Once connection is made and dryer is in final location,

remove corner posts and cardboard.

For mobile home use

Gas dryers must be securely fastened to the floor at the time of installation.

Mobile home installations require a Mobile Home Installation Kit. For more information, please reference the service numbers in the “Assistance or Service” section of this manual.

LevelDryer

Check the levelness of the dryer. Check levelness first side to side, then front to back.

ConnectVent

1. Using a 4" (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" (10.2 cm) clamp.

2. Move dryer into final position. Do not crush or kink vent.

Make sure dryer is level.

3. (On gas models) Check to be sure there are no kinks in the

flexible gas line.

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.

NOTE: It might be necessary to level the dryer again after it has been moved into its final position.

Make GasConnection

1. Remove the red cap from the gas pipe. Move the dryer close to its final position.

2. Using a wrench to tighten, connect the gas supply to the dryer. Use pipe joint compound on all non-flared male threads. If flexible metal tubing is used, be sure there are no kinks.

NOTE: For L.P. gas connections, you must use pipe joint compound resistant to the action of L.P. gas. Do not use TEFLON

A combination of pipe fittings must be used to connect the dryer to the existing gas line. Shown following is a recommended connection. Your connection may be different, according to the supply line type, size and location.

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CompleteInstallation

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 dryer’s final location. Be sure the vent is not

crushed or kinked.

5. Check to be sure the dryer is level. See “Level Dryer.”

6. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Turn power on.

7. Remove the blue protective film on the console and any tape

remaining on the dryer.

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:

■ 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, turn the dryer off and check to see that the gas supply line shutoff valve is open.

■ If the gas supply line shutoff valve is closed, open it, then

repeat the 5-minute test as outlined above.

■ If the gas supply line shutoff valve is open, contact a

qualified technician.

3. Open the shutoff valve in the supply line. The valve is open when the handle is parallel to the gas pipe.

A. Closed valve B. Open valve

4. Test all connections by brushing on an approved noncorrosive leak-detection solution. Bubbles will show a leak. Correct any leak found.

DRYER USE

Less

StartingYour Dryer

WARNING

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.

3. Rotate the dial to select either an Automatic or Manual Cycle

then press the CONTROL ON button. The preset settings and drying time for the cycle chosen will be displayed.

To use an Automatic Cycle

■ Point the dial to an Automatic Cycle.

■ Select DRYNESS LEVEL to adjust how dry you want the

load to be. The time displayed is an estimated length of the cycle based on the Dryness Level selected. As the cycle runs, the control senses the dryness of the load and adjusts the time automatically for the selected Dryness Level.

WARNING

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.

The following is a guide to starting your dryer. Please refer to specific sections of this manual for more detailed information.

1. Clean lint screen before or after each cycle. See “Cleaning the Lint Screen.”

2. Place laundry into dryer and shut door. See “Loading.”

NOTE: Time is not adjustable for Automatic Cycles. Pressing

the More Time or Less Time buttons will cause a triple beep, indicating that the time cannot be changed.

■ Press the WRINKLE SHIELD™ feature button if this

option is desired.

■ Press the END OF CYCLE SIGNAL button to set signal

volume to desired level.

■ Press (and hold) HOLD TO START button until dryer starts

(about 1 second).

Once an Automatic cycle has started, the WRINKLE SHIELD™ feature and the End of Cycle Signal level can be adjusted. Press the PAUSE/CANCEL key twice to stop the dryer and clear the settings, allowing you to select another cycle and Dryness Level.

To use a Manual Cycle

■ Rotate the dial to select a Manual Cycle.

Press MORE TIME or LESS TIME until the desired drying time is displayed. Tap MORE TIME or LESS TIME and the time will change by 1-minute intervals. Press and hold MORE TIME or LESS TIME and the time will change by 5-minute intervals. The initial time displayed is the actual drying time.

NOTE: The More Time or Less Time feature can be used only with Manual Cycles.

■ Press TEMPERATURE until the desired temperature

glows.

NOTE: Pressing the Dryness Level button will cause the triple beep indicating that this option is not selectable. Also, a Dryness Level is not indicated.

■ Press the WRINKLE SHIELD™ feature button if this

option is desired.

■ Press the END OF CYCLE SIGNAL button to set volume

to desired level.

■ Press (and hold) HOLD TO START button until dryer starts

(about 1 second).

While a Manual Cycle is running, you can change the settings for Time, Temperature, the WRINKLE SHIELD™ feature, and the End of Cycle Signal. Press the PAUSE/CANCEL key twice to stop the dryer and clear the settings, allowing you to select another cycle.

To unlock:

Press and hold the END OF CYCLE SIGNAL button for 3 seconds to turn this feature off.

NOTE: When the dryer is running and Control Locked is on, the dryer can be stopped by pressing the Pause/Cancel button, but can’t be restarted until the control is unlocked.

Properly loading your dryer can lower your utility bill and prolong the life of your garments.

Loading suggestions

■ Load the dryer by the amount of space items take up, not by

their weight.

■ Do not overload the dryer. This causes wrinkling and uneven

drying.

Super Capacity Plus Dryers

Heavy Work Clothes

4 jeans 4 workpants 4 workshirts

Towels

10 bath towels 10 hand towels

Mixed Load

3 sheets (1 king, 2 twin) 4 pillowcases 3 shirts 3 blouses

2 sweatpants 2 sweatshirts

14 washcloths

9 T-shirts 9 shorts 10 handkerchiefs

StoppingYour Dryer

To stop your dryer at any time

Press PAUSE/CANCEL twice or open the door.

Pausing or Restarting

To pause the dryer at any time

Open the door or press PAUSE/CANCEL once.

To restart the dryer

Close the door and press (and hold) HOLD TO START button until dryer starts.

NOTE: Drying will continue from where the cycle was interrupted, if you close the door and press Start within 5 minutes. If the cycle is interrupted for more than 5 minutes, the dryer will shut off. Select new cycle settings before restarting the dryer.

Control Locked

This feature allows you to lock your settings to prevent unintended use of the dryer. You can also use the Control Locked feature to prevent unintended cycle or option changes during dryer operation.

To enable the Control Locked feature when dryer is running:

Press and hold the END OF CYCLE SIGNAL button for 3 seconds. The control is locked when a single beep is heard and the Control Locked status light is on.

■ When the dryer is off, it is not necessary to press the Control

On button before activating the Control Locked feature.

Dryingand CycleTips

Select the correct cycle and dryness level or temperature for your load. If an Automatic Cycle is running, the display shows the estimated cycle time when your dryer is automatically sensing the dryness level of your load. If a Manual Cycle is running, the display shows the exact number of minutes remaining in the cycle.

Cool Down tumbles the load without heat during the last few minutes of all cycles. Cool Down makes the loads easier to handle and reduces wrinkling. The length of the Cool Down depends on the load size and dryness level.

Drying tips

■ Follow care label directions when they are available.

■ If desired, add a fabric softener sheet. Follow package

instructions.

■ 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.

■ Avoid drying heavy work clothes with lighter fabrics. This

could cause overdrying of lighter fabrics, leading to increased shrinkage or wrinkling.

■ If you dry sheets in a mixed load or large items in the “Bulky

Items” cycle, rearrange the load halfway through the dryer cycle. This will aid in the drying process.

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