The drawings in this book may vary
slightly from your dryer model. They are
designed to show the different features
of all models covered by this book.
NOTE: Your model may not include all
the features shown.
lf your dryer has a Consumer Buy
Guide label, remove it. lt will be easier
to remove before the dryer is used. To
remove any remaining glue:
. Rub briskly with thumb to make a
ball, then remove.
or
l Soak area with liquid hand
dishwashing detergent before
removing glue as described above.
Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing
alcohol, flammable fluids or abrasive
cleaners. These can damage the finish.
See ‘Important Safety Instructions’ on
page 3.
NOTE: Do not remove any permanent
instruction labels inside the dryer.
You should wipe out the dryer drum
with a damp cloth before using to
remove dust from storing or shipping.
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Thank you for buying a Whirlpool
appliance. Please complete and mail
the Owner Registration Card provided
with this product Then complete the
form bebw. Have this information ready
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if you need service or call with a
question.
. Copy model and serial numbers from
label (on the frame behind the door)
and purchase date from safes slip.
l Keep this book, the Dryer Guide and
the sales slip together in a handy
place.
Model Number
Satal Numtm3r
PurdwseDate
Savke Company Worm Number
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Open wlndows.
2. Don’t touch electrlcal
switches.
3. liitegulsh any open
.
4. lmmedlately call your gas
suppller.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline
or other flammable vapors
and llqulds In the vlclnlty of
thls or any other appliance.
The fumes can create a fire
hazard or exploslon.
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Important Safety Instructions
To rsdua ths risk of flro, l lsctrkisl shock, or
hjury to parsons when udng your dryer, Mow
bsskpfscslltbns#hchldlngthsklkwhg:
. Rsad all lnstructlons kfors using l You an rwponslblo for rn&lng
the dryer.
l NEVER dry items cleaned, washed,
soaked in or spotled with wax, paint,
gasoline or flammable fluids in the
dryer. The fumes can create a RRE
HAZARD or EXPLOSION. ALWAYS
hand launder and air dry fabrics
containing these materials.
l NEVER albw children to operate,
play with or crawl inside the dryer.
Close supervision ot children is
necessary when the dryer is used
near children.
l DO NOT reach into a dryer if the
drum is moving.
l When discarding an old dryer,
ALWAYS remwe the door to
prevent accidental entrapment.
l DO NOT install or store dryer where
it will be exposed to the weather.
l Do NOT tamper with the controls.
sun that you dryer is installed,
repaired and has parts replaced by a
qualified person.
l Use only fabric softeners specifiilly
labeled as not being harmful to the
dryer.
l RRE HAZARD and DAMAGE to
materials can result from:
-drying rubber, rubber-like and heat
sensitiie materials with heat.
-albwing lint build-up inside the
dryer or exhaust system. Cleaning
should be done periodically by a
qualified person.
l Clean lint screen before or after
each bad.
l DC NOT let dust, lint, paper, rags,
chemicals, etc. pile up around or
under the dryer.
l Dryer must be electricaliy grounded.
See the Installation Instructbns.
-SAVE THESE lNSTRlJCTloNs-
Additional safety instructions and your responsibilities
l NEVER operate the bryer if:
-it is not working right (i.e. noisy,
too hot).
- il is damaged.
-parts are missing (i.e. door latch).
-all panels are not in place.
-the lint screen is loose, damaged
or missing.
l ALWAYS shut off the gas valve
before leaving on vacation il you
have a gas dryer.
l ALWAYS unplug the power supply
cord or turn off electrical power
before attempting to service the
dryer. Shut off GAS VALVE if you
have a gas dryer.
l You are responslbls for maklng
sure that your dryer:
-is properly maintained.
-is properly installed and leveled on a
floor that can support the weigM in a
well ventilated mom.*
- is located in an area where the
temperature is above 45°F (7°C).
- is conneded to the proper outlet and
electrical supply.’
-is properly connected to fuel and
exhaust systems.’
- is not installed against drapes or
curtains.*
-is used only for jobs normally
expected d home clothes dryers.
-is not used by anyone unable to
operate it properly.
‘See the Installation Instructions for
complete information.
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Operating Instructions
Starting your dryer
Be sure to refer to the chart bebw and the Dryer Guide for p~opter sorting, bading
and control setting information before starting your dryer.
NOTE Do nd overdry. Overchying can cause shrinKage, static ding, and damage