Whirlpool LGR4634JQ, LGR4634JT, LGV4634JQ, LGV4634JT, YLEQ5000KQ Owner's Manual

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DRYER USER INSTRUCTIONS

INSTRUCTIONS POUR D’UTILISATION DE LA SÉCHEUSE

Table of Contents / Table des Matières

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE.............................	1
DRYER SAFETY ...............................................	2
DRYER USE ......................................................	4
DRYER CARE ...................................................	5
TROUBLESHOOTING ......................................	6
WARRANTY ......................................................	7

ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE ............................	9
SÉCURITÉ DE LA SÉCHEUSE........................	9
UTILISATION DE LA SÉCHEUSE .................	11
ENTRETIEN DE LA SÉCHEUSE ...................	13
DÉPANNAGE..................................................	14
GARANTIE ......................................................	15

AssistanceorService

If you need assistance or service, first see the “Troubleshooting” section. Additional help is available by calling our Customer Interaction Center at 1-800-253-1301 from anywhere in the U.S.A., or write:

Whirlpool Corporation

Customer Interaction Center

553 Benson Road

Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692.

To order parts and accessories, call 1-800-442-9991 or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com.

In Canada call: 1-800-461-5681 Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. (EST). Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (EST) or write:

Customer Interaction Center

Whirlpool Canada Inc.

1901 Minnesota Court

Mississauga, Ontario L5N 3A7

Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.

For installation and service in Canada, call: 1-800-807-6777 or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/canada.

Keep this book and your sales slip together for future reference. You must provide proof of purchase or installation date for in-warranty service.

Write down the following information about your appliance to help you obtain assistance or service if you ever need it. You will need to know your complete model number and serial number. You can find this information on the model and serial number label, located at the top inside dryer door well.

Dealer name____________________________________________________

Serial number __________________________________________________

Address ________________________________________________________

Phone number __________________________________________________

Model number __________________________________________________

Purchase date __________________________________________________

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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:

DANGER

WARNING

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.

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 repair or replace any part of the dryer or attempt
	■ Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer.		any servicing unless specifically recommended in this
	Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to		Use and Care Guide or in published user-repair instruc-
	a chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire.		tions that you understand and have the skills to carry out.
	■ Do not dry articles that have been previously cleaned in,	■	Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static
	washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-		unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric
	cleaning solvents, other flammable, or explosive		softener or product.
	substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or	■	Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or
	explode.
			similarly textured rubber-like materials.
	■ Do not allow children to play on or in the dryer. Close
		■	Clean lint screen before or after each load.
	supervision of children is necessary when the dryer is
		■	Keep area around the exhaust opening and adjacent sur-
	used near children.
			rounding areas free from the accumulation of lint,dust,
	■ Before the dryer is removed from service or discarded,
			and dirt.
	remove the door to the drying compartment.	■	The interior of the dryer and exhaust vent should be
	■ Do not reach into the dryer if the drum is moving.
			cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel.
	■ Do not install or store the dryer where it will be exposed	■	See installation instructions for grounding requirements.
	to the weather.
	■ Do not tamper with controls.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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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.

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). See the Installation Instructions for more information.

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.

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 self-installed.

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.

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.

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DRYER USE

Loading

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

ULTRA CAPACITY, SUPER CAPACITY and SUPER CAPACITY PLUS DRYERS

Heavy Work Clothes	Mixed Load	Towels	Delicates
4 pair of pants	3 sheets (1 king, 2 twin)	10 bath towels	3 camisoles
4 pair of jeans	4 pillowcases	10 hand towels	1 robe
2 sweatshirts	9 T-shirts	14 washcloths	4 slips
2 sweatpants	9 pair of shorts	1 bath mat	8 undergarments
4 shirts	3 blouses		2 sets of sleepwear
	10 handkerchiefs		1 child’s outfit
	3 shirts
	EXTRA LARGE CAPACITY DRYERS
Heavy Work Clothes	Mixed Load	Towels	Delicates
3 pair of pants	3 double sheets	10 bath towels	3 camisoles
4 pair of jeans	4 pillowcases	10 hand towels	1 robe
2 pair of overalls	8 T-shirts	14 washcloths	4 slips
3 shirts	6 pair of shorts	1 bath mat	6 undergarments
	2 blouses		2 sets of sleepwear
	8 handkerchiefs		1 child’s outfit

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.

This booklet covers several different models. Your dryer may not have all of the cycles and features described.

Before using your dryer, wipe the dryer drum with a damp cloth to remove dust from storing and shipping.

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

2.Turn the Cycle Control knob to the recommended cycle for the type of load being dried. Use the Energy Preferred setting to dry most heavy to medium weight fabrics.

3.If your dryer has a Temperature selector, set it to the recommended setting for the type of fabric being dried. See “Dryer Cycle Descriptions” (separate sheet) for temperature suggestions. On some models, temperature is included in the cycle selections.

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.

4.(OPTIONAL) Your dryer may have a WRINKLE SHIELD™ feature selector. When you are unable to remove a load from the dryer as soon as it stops, wrinkles can form. This feature periodically tumbles, rearranges and fluffs the load without heat to help avoid wrinkling.

5.(OPTIONAL) Your dryer may have an END OF CYCLE SIGNAL. The signal is helpful when drying items that should be removed from the dryer as soon as it stops.

■On some models, the volume of the End of Cycle signal can be adjusted. Turn the selector to the desired volume.

■On other models, the End of Cycle signal is part of the Start button and is selectable. Turn the START button to ON or OFF. The signal will sound only if the selector is set to On.

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6.Select the desired Option. See “Dryer Cycle Descriptions” (separate sheet).

7.If desired, add fabric softener sheet. Use only ones labeled as dryer safe. Follow package instructions.

8.Push the START button.

Stopping and Restarting

You can stop your dryer anytime during a cycle.

To stop your dryer

Open the dryer door or turn the Cycle Control knob to OFF.

NOTE: The Cycle Control knob should point to an Off area when the dryer is not in use.

To restart your dryer

Close the door. Select a new cycle and temperature (if desired). Push the START button.

Drying Rack Option

Use the Drying Rack 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 be able to purchase one for your model. To find out if your model allows drying rack usage and for ordering information, please refer to the front page of your manual or contact the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer.

NOTE: The rack must be removed for normal tumbling. Do not use the automatic cycle with the drying rack.

To use the drying rack

1.Place drying rack in dryer.

Style 1: Your drying rack has front legs. Slide rear pegs into the dimples on the back wall of the dryer. Lower the front legs to rest on the dryer opening.

Style 2: Your drying rack does NOT have front legs. Do not remove the lint screen. Slide drying rack over the bottom of the dryer door opening. Push down to secure rack on frame.

2.Put wet items on top of rack, leaving space between items. Do not allow items to hang over the edge of the rack. Close the door.

3.Select a timed drying cycle and temperature, or an air cycle. Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be dried on a clothesline or by using an air cycle. Refer to the following table.

4.Start the dryer. Reset cycle to complete drying, if needed.

Rack Dry	Cycle	Temp	Time
Washable wool items (block	Timed	Low	60 min.
to shape, lay flat on rack)	Drying
Stuffed toys/pillows (cotton	Timed	Low	60 min.
or polyester filled)	Drying
Stuffed toys/pillows	Air	N/A	90 min.
Foam rubber filled	(no heat)

DRYER CARE

Cleaning the Lint Screen

Clean the lint screen before each load. A screen blocked by lint can increase drying time.

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.

■If lint falls off the screen into the dryer during removal, check the exhaust hood and remove the lint.

Every Load Cleaning

Style 1:

1.The lint screen is located on top of the dryer. Pull the lint screen toward you. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers. Do not rinse or wash screen to remove lint. Wet lint is hard to remove.

2.Push the lint screen firmly back into place.

Style 2:

1.The lint screen is located in the door of the dryer. 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.

2.Push the lint screen firmly back into place.

As Needed Cleaning

1.Wet both sides of lint screen with hot water.

2.Wet a nylon brush with hot water and liquid detergent. Scrub lint screen with the brush to remove residue buildup.

3.Rinse screen with hot water.

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

Cleaning the Dryer Interior

WARNING

Explosion Hazard

Use nonflammable cleaner.

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

1.Apply a non-flammable household cleaner to the stained area of the drum and rub with a soft cloth until stain is removed.

2.Wipe drum thoroughly with a damp cloth.

3.Tumble a load of clean cloths or towels to dry the 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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