Whirlpool LDR3822D, LGR3622D, LER3622D User Manual
HOW TO MPXE A HOME RUN.”
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UseAndCare
A Note to You . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Dryer Safety
Parts and Features . . . . . . . . 5
Operating Your Dryer . ...6
Before starting
your dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Starting your dryer . . . . . . . 6
Stopping/restarting
your dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Selecting the right
cycle and setting
Caring for Your Dryer . ..I0
Laundry Tips . . . . . . . . . . . 13-16
Troubleshooting . . ...17-18
Requesting Assistance
or Service
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
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COMPACT ELECTRIC AND GAS DRYERS
PART NO. 9831699 5/95
1-800-253-l 301
Call our Consumer Assistance Center
with questions or comments.
MODELS LDR3822D LER3622D LGR3622D
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A Note to You
Thank you for buying a WHIRLPOOL@ appliance.
Because your life is getting busier and more complicated, WHIRLPOOL dryers are easy to
use, save time, and help you manage your home better. To ensure that you enjoy years of
trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It contains valuable information about how to operate and maintain your dryer properly and safely. Please read it
carefully. Also, please complete and mail in the Ownership Registration Card provided with
your appliance. The card helps us notify you about any new information on your appliance.
Please record your model’s information.
Whenever you call to request service on
your appliance, you need to know your
complete model number and serial number.
You can find this information on the model
and serial number label in the door well (see
diagram on page 5 for location of label).
Please also record the purchase date of
your appliance and your dealer’s name,
address, and telephone number.
Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference.
Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Dealer Name
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone
Our Consumer Assistance Center
number is toll-free 24 hours a day.
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1-800-253-I 30 1
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Dryer Safety
warning symbols. Please pay special
attention to these symbols and follow any
instructions given. Here is a brief explanation of the use of the symbol.
This symbol will help alert you to such
dangers as fire electrical shock burns
1 and personal iijury.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
For your safety, the information in this
manual must be followed to minimize the
risk of explosion or fire, or to prevent
loss of life, personal injury, or property
- 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:
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Do not try to light any appliance.
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Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your
building.
@Clear the room, building, or area of all occupants.
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Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone.
Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
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If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
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Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer,
service agency, or the gas supplier.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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*Read all instructions before using your
dryer.
*Dryer must be electrically grounded. See
the Installation Instructions.
~DO not machine wash or machine dry
items cleaned, washed, soaked in, or
spotted with wax, paint, gasoline, oil, dry
cleaning solvents, or other flammable
fluids. The fumes can create a fire hazard
or explosion. Always hand wash and line
dry items containing these materials.
ADO not wash or dry items that are soiled
with vegetable or cooking oil. These
items may contain some oil after laundering. Due to the remaining oil, the
fabric may smoke or catch fire by itself.
Gtore flammable solvents or fluids away
from your dryer.
*Dry cleaning solvents or fluids should
never be put directly into your dryer.
*Do not let dust, lint, paper, rags, chemi-
cals, etc., pile up around or under the
dryer.
ADO not allow lint to build up inside the
dryer or exhaust system. Cleaning
should be done periodically by a qualified
person.
*Do not allow children to operate, play
with, or crawl inside your dryer. Supervise
children when your dryer is used near
children.
*Do not reach into a dryer if the drum is
moving.
*Install and/or store dryer where it will not
be exposed to the weather.
ADO not tamper with the controls.
*Do not dry rubber, rubber-like, or heat-
sensitive materials with heat.
*Unplug the power supply cord or turn off
electrical power before attempting to
service your dryer. Also, shut off gas
valve if you have a gas dryer.
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When removing from service or discard-
ing a dryer, always remove the door to
prevent accidental entrapment.
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Clean lint screen before or after each
load.
*Use only fabric softeners specifically
labeled as not being harmful to the dryer.
Understanding your responsibilities
*Be sure that your dryer:
-is located in an area where the
temperature is above 45°F (7°C).
-is properly installed in a well-ventilated
room and leveled on a floor that can
support the weight.*
-is connected to the proper outlet and
electrical supply.*
-is properly connected to fuel and
exhaust systems (gas dryers must be
vented outdoors).*
-is not installed against draperies or
curtains, or on carpet.*
-is properly maintained, repaired, and has
parts replaced by a qualified person.
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-is used only for jobs normally expected
of home clothes dryers.
-is not used by anyone unable to operate
it properly.
*Never operate the dryer if:
- it is not working right (i.e. noisy, too hot)
- it is damaged.
-parts are missing.
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all panels are not in place.
-the lint screen is loose, damaged, or
missing.
*See the Installation Instructions for
complete information.
Parts and Features
The parts and features of your dryer are illustrated below. Become familiar with all parts and
features before using your dryer.
NOTE:
The drawings in this book may vary from your dryer model. They are designed to
show the different features of all models covered by this book. Your model may not include all
features.
Cycle and
temperature
control
knob
Start button
Lint screen
Moisture sensor
(12OV
models
only)’
Model and serial
number label -
Access door -
(gas models only)
End of cycle signal
Dryer drum
Other feature:
(see
page
7)
Optional mounting kits
You can mount your compact dryer above your
compact washer using one of the following kits:
Fire and Explosion Hazard
If mounting a gas dryer, use only Dryer
Stand Kit, Part No. 49971 or 49978.
Using any other kit could result in a gas
leak.
Failure to follow the above instructions
could cause explosion or fire.
l Dryer Stand Kit for permanent installation,
secured to the wall.
Part No. 49971 (white) or 49978 (almond)
*Automatic DRY-MISER@
Control
(240V models)
l Dryer Wall-Mounting Kit for securing the
dryer to the wall with a steel bracket.
Part No. 345994 (electric only)
NOTE:
The wall must be strong enough to
support the dryer’s weight. (Do not use in
mobile homes.)
Optional deflector kit
l Exhaust Deflector Kit to move dryer
exhaust up, down, or to the side.
Part No. 346001 (electric)
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Operating Your Dryer
The information in this section helps you learn to use your dryer efficiently and safely. Refer
to “Laundry Tips” on page 13 for additional information on sorting, loading, and drying most
types of washables.
Before starting your dryer
Before using your dryer, wipe the dryer drum
with a damp cloth to remove
dust from storing and shipping.
Starting your dryer
1. Load clothes into the dryer and close
the door.
3. Push the Start Button
2. Turn the Cycle Control Knob either way
to the desired cycle. Use the
Energy Preferred Automatic
Setting (*) to dry most loads
(see page 7).
NOTE: Your dryer stops automatically when
a cycle ends.
Stopping/restarting your dryer
You can stop your dryer anytime during
a cycle.
To stop the dryer, either:
l Open the dryer door.
To restart the dryer:
1. Close the door.
2. Select a new cycle and temperature (if
desired).
3. Push the Start Button.
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OR
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to OFF.
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NOTE: The Cycle Control Knob should point
to an OFF area when the dryer is not in use.
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