Whirlpool Gas Dryers User Manual

ELECTRONIC

ELECTRIC AND GAS

DRYERS

Use & Care Guide

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SÉCHEUSES

ÉLECTRIQUES ET À GAZ ÉLECTRONIQUES

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Table of Contents/Table des matières......................

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
DRYER SAFETY..............................................................................	2
PARTS AND FEATURES................................................................	4
CHECKING YOUR VENT ...............................................................	5
DRYER USE ....................................................................................	5
Starting Your Dryer.......................................................................	5
Stopping, Pausing and Restarting...............................................	6
Loading.........................................................................................	6
Drying, Cycle and Temperature Tips ...........................................	6
CYCLES ..........................................................................................	7
Automatic Cycles .........................................................................	7
Timed Cycles................................................................................	7
Air Only Setting ............................................................................	8
Dryer Features..............................................................................	8
Additional Features ......................................................................	8
DRYER CARE .................................................................................	9
Cleaning the Dryer Location ........................................................	9
Cleaning the Lint Screen..............................................................	9
Cleaning the Dryer Interior ...........................................................	9
Removing Accumulated Lint......................................................	10
Changing the Drum Light...........................................................	10
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................	10
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE.........................................................	11
WARRANTY ..................................................................................	12

TABLE DES MATIÈRES
SÉCURITÉ DE LA SÉCHEUSE ....................................................	14
PIÈCES ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES ..............................................	16
VÉRIFICATION DU CONDUIT D’ÉVACUATION.........................	17
UTILISATION DE LA SÉCHEUSE................................................	18
Mise en marche de la sécheuse ................................................	18
Arrêt, pause et remise en marche..............................................	18
Chargement................................................................................	19
Conseils pour séchage, programme et température.................	19
PROGRAMMES ............................................................................	19
Programmes automatiques........................................................	19
Programmes minutés .................................................................	20
Réglage Air seulement ...............................................................	21
Caractéristiques de la sécheuse................................................	21
Caractéristiques supplémentaires .............................................	21
ENTRETIEN DE LA SÉCHEUSE ..................................................	22
Nettoyage de l'emplacement de la sécheuse ...........................	22
Nettoyage du filtre à charpie......................................................	22
Nettoyage de l’intérieur de la sécheuse.....................................	23
Enlever la charpie accumulée ....................................................	23
Changement de l’ampoule d’éclairage du tambour ..................	23
DÉPANNAGE.................................................................................	24
ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE.........................................................	26
GARANTIE.....................................................................................	27

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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.

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.

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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 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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the dryer, follow basic 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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PARTS AND FEATURES

1.	Control panel	Additional features your dryer has:
2.	Model and serial number label	Cycle Signal selector
3.	Dryer drum	WRINKLE SHIELD™ selector
4.	Lint screen	SENSEON™ electronic sensor
5.	Wide-opening door	Drying rack
		Drum light

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CHECKING

YOUR VENT

Your dryer must be properly installed and vented to achieve maximum drying efficiency and shorten drying times. Use the minimum recommended installation clearances found in your Installation Instructions. Refer to your Installation Instructions for more information.

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.

If the dryer is not 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 selfinstalled.

1.Do not use plastic vent or metal foil vent. Use 4 in. (10.2 cm) metal or flexible 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 in. (10.2 cm) exhaust hood.

3.Use the straightest path possible when routing the vent.

DRYER USE

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.

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.

4.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.

5.Clean exhaust vent periodically, depending on use, but at least every 2 years, or when installing your dryer in a new location. When cleaning is complete, be sure to follow the Installation Instructions supplied with your dryer for final product check.

Starting Your Dryer

Before using your dryer, wipe the dryer drum with a damp cloth to remove dust from storing and shipping. The following steps provide an overview for operating your dryer. Specific directions for each step are contained in the following sections.

1.Load clothes loosely into the dryer and close the door. Do not pack the dryer. Allow space for clothes to tumble freely.

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2.Select one of the Automatic or Timed Cycles. Use the Heavy Duty, Towels/Cotton or Normal cycles to dry most heavyweight and medium weight loads. See “Cycles.”

3.For Automatic Cycles, select one of the 5 levels of dryness by pressing the up or down arrows. See “Cycles.”

4.For Timed Cycles only, select one of 6 temperature settings. See “Cycles.”

5.Select the WRINKLE SHIELD™ setting, if desired. See “Additional Features.”

6.Select the Cycle Signal, if desired. The signal is helpful when drying permanent press or synthetics. Promptly remove these items from the dryer at the end of the cycle to prevent wrinkles. See “Additional Features.”

7.Push the START pad.

Stopping, Pausing and Restarting

You can stop your dryer anytime during a cycle.

To stop your dryer

Press STOP/CANCEL twice.

To restart your dryer

1.Close the door.

2.Push START.

To pause your dryer

Open the door or press STOP/CANCEL once. Close door and press START to resume the cycle.

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. You will need to select new cycle settings before restarting the dryer.

Loading

Load clothes loosely into the dryer. Do not pack the dryer. Allow space for clothes to tumble freely. The following chart shows examples of balanced loads that would allow for proper tumbling.

Heavy work	3 pair of pants, 4 pair of jeans,
clothes	2 pair of overalls, 3 shirts
Delicates	3 camisoles, 1 robe, 4 slips,
	6 undergarments, 2 sets of sleepwear,
	1 child’s outfit
Towels	10 bath towels, 10 hand towels,
	14 washcloths, 1 bath mat
Mixed Load	3 double sheets, 4 pillowcases,
	8 T-shirts, 6 pair of shorts, 2 blouses,
	8 handkerchiefs

Drying, Cycle and Temperature Tips

Select the correct cycle and temperature for your load.

Dryer tips

■Press firmly in the center of the pad.

■The indicator light next to the pad will light up when a selection is valid.

■A short tone will sound when a selection is valid.

■Three short tones will sound when a selection is not valid.

■After your first use, your dryer “remembers” the Dryness level, WRINKLE SHIELD™ setting and Cycle Signal setting you selected.

■If you press and hold the Temp selector, the Cycle Signal selector or the More Dry or Less Dry arrows, you will advance the settings.

■If you press and hold the Less Time or More Time arrows in the Timed Cycles, the time will advance in 5-minute intervals.

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.

■Cool Down tumbles the load without heat during the last few minutes of all cycles. Cool Down makes the loads easier to handle.

Cycle tips

■Use the Timed Dry cycle with the Air Only (no heat) Temperature setting for rubber, plastic or heat-sensitive fabrics.

Temperature tips

If your dryer has multiple heat settings:

■Use a high heat setting for drying heavyweight items such as towels and work clothes.

■Use a low to medium high heat setting for drying mediumweight items such as sheets, blouses, dresses, underwear, permanent press fabrics, and some knits.

■Use an extra low heat setting for drying lightweight items such as lingerie.

■Use a no heat (air) setting for rubber, plastic or heat-sensitive fabrics.

■Line dry bonded or laminated fabrics.

If you are unsure of the temperature to select for a load, select the lower setting rather than the higher setting.

NOTE: If you have questions about drying temperatures for various loads, refer to the care label directions.

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CYCLES

Casual

Select this cycle to dry medium to lightweight synthetic or no-iron items such as sheets, shirts or dresses. The temperature automatically defaults to low. Press the Up arrow once to select a setting closer to More Dry.

Delicate

Select this cycle to gently dry items such as exercise wear, sheer curtains or lace. The temperature is automatically set at Extra Low.

Automatic Cycles

Use your Automatic Cycles to dry most loads. Your dryer uses the SENSEON™ Drying System. Electronic sensors measure the temperature of the exhaust to increase or decrease drying temperatures for faster reaction time and tighter temperature control.

After drying a load in any of the Automatic Cycles, check the dryness.

■If the load is drier than you like, press the down arrow to select a setting closer to Less Dry the next time you dry a similar load.

■If a load is not as dry as you like, complete drying using a Timed cycle. Press the Up arrow to select a setting closer to More Dry the next time you dry a similar load.

NOTE: The Up and Down arrows are located next to the Automatic Cycles pads.

To use the Automatic Cycles

1.Press the desired Automatic Cycles pad.

2.Press the Up or Down arrows to select from 5 levels of More Dry or Less Dry, if desired.

3.Select the WRINKLE SHIELD™ setting, if desired.

4.Press the Cycle Signal pad to select the cycle signal volume.

5.Press START.

NOTE: The Estimated drying time varies from the actual drying time with an Automatic cycle. The type of fabric, size of the load, and the dryness selected affect drying time. See “Drying, Cycle and Temperature Tips.”

Heavy Duty

Select this cycle to thoroughly dry heavyweight items such as jeans, corduroys or work clothes. The temperature is automatically set at High.

Towels/Cotton

Select this cycle to dry heavyweight items such as towels, jeans, and work clothes. The temperature is automatically set at High.

Normal

Select this cycle to evenly dry sturdy casual clothes such as khakis and cotton jerseys. The temperature is automatically set at Medium High.

Bulky Items

Select this cycle to dry large bulky items that require very long drying times, such as quilts and sleeping bags. The temperature is automatically set at Medium.

Timed Cycles

Your dryer has 3 Timed Cycles: Timed Dry, Rack Dry and Touch Up. Each cycle has a preset time and temperature setting. You can customize your Timed Cycles by adding options.

NOTE: If the load is not wet, several of the Status lights will not be activated when using the Timed Cycles.

To add options to the Timed Cycles

1.Press the desired TIMED CYCLES pad.

2.Press the MORE TIME arrow to select more time, or press the LESS TIME arrow to select less time.

3.Press the TEMP pad to select a temperature.

4.Select the WRINKLE SHIELD™ setting, if desired.

5.Press the Cycle Signal pad to select the cycle signal, if desired.

6.Press START.

Timed Dry

Use your Timed Dry cycle to complete drying if items are still damp after the Automatic cycle.

The Timed Dry cycle has a preset time and temperature. You can select a different time or temperature, if desired.

Touch Up

Use your Touch Up cycle to remove wrinkles from clean clothes packed tightly in a suitcase or closet. You can also use Touch Up to complete drying if items are still damp after the Automatic cycle.

The Touch Up cycle is preset to 20 minutes at Medium High heat. You can select a different time or temperature, if desired.

Rack Dry

Use your Rack Dry cycle with the drying rack to dry items that do not require tumbling.

The Rack Dry cycle is preset to 60 minutes at Air Only temperature. See “Drying Rack.” Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be dried on a clothesline or by using an air cycle.

NOTE: You can select a different time and temperature, if desired. The WRINKLE SHIELD™ setting is not a selectable option with the Rack Dry cycle.

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Air Only Setting

Use the Air Only setting for items that require drying without heat such as rubber, plastic and heat-sensitive fabrics. Press the Timed Dry cycle and select Air Only on the temperature selector. This chart shows examples of items that can be dried using the Air Only setting.

Type of Load	Air Only setting*
Foam rubber - pillows, padded bras,
stuffed toys	20 - 30
Plastic - Shower curtains, tablecloths	20 - 30
Rubber-backed rugs	40 - 50

Olefin, polypropylene, sheer nylon

10 - 20

*(Minutes) Reset cycle to complete drying, if needed.

When using Air Only

■Check to see that coverings are securely stitched.

■Shake and fluff pillows by hand periodically during cycle.

■Dry item completely. Foam rubber pillows are slow to dry.

Dryer Features

Time Display

When you select an Automatic cycle, the estimated time is displayed and the Estimated Time Remaining light is lit. The amount of estimated time remaining will be updated approximately 5 minutes into an automatic cycle. The Estimated Time Remaining light will turn off, and the display will show the actual time left in the cycle.

When you select a Timed cycle, the actual time is displayed, and the Estimated Time Remaining light is off.

Drying Status Lights

You can monitor the progress of your load with the Drying Status lights.

■Sensing

Turns on until moisture is detected in the clothes. Turns off after 10 minutes if moisture is not detected. If the Rack Dry cycle is selected, the light goes directly to Drying & Cool Down.

■Wet

Turns on until moisture is no longer detected in the clothes.

■Damp

Turns on for 2 minutes after moisture is no longer detected in the clothes. At this point, the clothes are approximately 80% dry. You may want to remove lightweight items in a mixed load to prevent over drying or remove partially dry items that may need ironing.

■Drying & Cool Down

Turns on until the drying cycle and cool down are complete. Also turns on when a Timed Dry cycle is selected and moisture is not detected in the clothes.

■WRINKLE SHIELD™ Setting

Turns on during the WRINKLE SHIELD™ setting portion of the cycle. The light flashes when the door is opened.

Additional Features

You can customize your cycles by selecting different features. If you change your mind, select a different feature.

WRINKLE SHIELD™ Setting

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

Select the WRINKLE SHIELD™ setting by pressing the WRINKLE SHIELD™ setting pad. The WRINKLE SHIELD™ setting periodically tumbles the load without heat for up to 120 minutes. During the WRINKLE SHIELD™ setting, you can open the door to remove clothes, and press the START pad to resume the WRINKLE SHIELD™ cycle.

Cycle Signal

If the Cycle Signal is selected, the signal sounds when a cycle is complete. If the WRINKLE SHIELD™ setting is selected, the signal sounds every few minutes. The signal stops when you open the door.

Press the Cycle Signal pad to select a Softer or Louder signal or to turn the Cycle Signal off.

Drying Rack

Select this feature to dry items such as sweaters and pillows without tumbling. The drum turns, but the rack does not move.

If your model does not have a drying rack, you may purchase one. For ordering information, please refer to the “Assistance or Service” page of this manual. You may also contact the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer.

To use the drying rack

Do not remove the lint screen.

1.Open the dryer door.

2.Slide drying rack over the bottom of the dryer door opening. Push down to secure rack on frame.

3.Place wet items on top of the rack. Leave space between the items so air can reach all the surfaces. Close the door.

NOTE: Do not allow items to hang over the edge of the rack.

4.Select the RACK DRY cycle. Press the MORE TIME or LESS TIME arrows, if desired. Press the TEMP pad to select a temperature. Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be dried on a clothesline or by using an air cycle.

5.Press the START pad.

NOTE: You must remove rack for normal tumbling. Do not use automatic cycles with the drying rack.

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This chart shows examples of items that can be rack dried. After selecting the Rack Dry cycle, select the temperature setting and drying time across from each item.

Rack Dry	Temp	Time*
Wool Sweaters
Block to shape and lay flat on the rack	Low	60
Stuffed toys or pillows
Cotton or polyester fiber filled	Low	60
Stuffed toys or pillows
Foam rubber filled	Air Only	90
Sneakers or canvas shoes	Air Only	90

*(Minutes) Reset time to complete drying, if needed. (Drying time will depend on amount of moisture items hold.)

DRYER CARE

Cleaning the Dryer Location

Keep dryer area clear and free from items that would obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air.

2. Push the lint screen firmly back into place.

IMPORTANT:

■Do not run the dryer with the lint screen loose, damaged, blocked, or missing. Doing so can cause overheating and damage to both the dryer and fabrics.

■Some towels made of synthetic fibers and natural fibers (polyester and cotton blends) may shed more lint than other towels, causing your dryer’s lint screen to fill up faster. Be sure to remove lint from the lint screen before and after drying new towels.

■If lint falls off the screen into the dryer during removal, check the exhaust hood and remove the lint. See “Checking Your Vent.”

As needed cleaning

Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can build up on the lint screen. This buildup can cause longer drying times for your clothes, or cause the dryer to stop before your load is completely dry. The screen is probably clogged if lint falls off the screen.

Clean the lint screen with a nylon brush every 6 months or more frequently if it becomes clogged due to a residue buildup.

To wash

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.

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.

Cleaning the Lint Screen

Every load cleaning

The lint screen is located in the door of the dryer. Clean it before each load. A screen blocked by lint can increase drying time.

To clean

1.Pull the lint screen straight up. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers. Do not rinse or wash screen to remove lint. Wet lint is hard to remove.

4.Rinse screen with hot water.

5.Thoroughly dry lint screen with a clean towel. Replace screen in dryer.

Cleaning the Dryer Interior

To clean dryer drum

1.Make a paste with powdered laundry detergent and very warm water.

2.Apply paste to a soft cloth.

OR

Apply a liquid, nonflammable household cleaner to the stained area and rub with a soft cloth until all excess dye is removed.

3.Wipe drum thoroughly with a damp cloth.

4.Tumble a load of clean cloths or towels to dry 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.

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