Whirlpool REC3622B, REP3622B, RGC3622B User Manual

UseAndCare

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COMPACT ELECTRIC AND GAS DRYERS

MODELS REP3622B REC3622B RGC3622B

A Note To You

Thank you for buying a Rope@ appliance.

You have purchased a quality, wo&claas home appliince. Years of engineering experience have gone into its manufacturing. Use thii Use and Care Guide to safely and efficiently operate and maintain your appliance. Complete and mail the Ownership Registration Card provided with your appliance. This will help us notify you about any new information on your appliance.

Your safety is important to us.

This guide contains safety symbols and statements. Pleass pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explanation of the use of each symbol.

This symbol will help alert you to such dangers as personal injury, bums, fire and electrical shock.

This symbol will help you avoid actions whii could cause product damage (scratches, dents, etc.) and damage to

your personal property.

Our toll-f rw number, l-800-44-ROPER (l-800447-6737), is available 24 hours a day.

If you have a question concerning your appliance’s operation, or if you need service, first see ‘If You Need Assistance Or Service” on page 18. If you need further help, call us. When calling, you will need to know your appliance’s complete model number and serial number. You can find this information on the model and serial number label (see diagram on page 5). For your convenience, we have included a handy place below for you to record these numbers, the purchase date from the sales slip and your dealer’s name and telephone number. Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference.

Model Nuder

Serial Nuder

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Dealer Name Dealer Phone

Understanding Safety

For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent

property damage,

-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 ail 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.

personal InJury or

IMPORTANT SAFEnr INSTRUCTIONS

To reduce the rtsk of fire, electricel shock., or injury to persons when using your dryer, follow basic precsutions, including the following:

Read all instructions before using your dryer. l Install and/or store dryer where it will not

Do not machine wash or machine dry items cleaned, washed, soaked in, or spotted with 0 Do not tamper with the controls. wax, paint, gasoline, oil, dry cleaning solvents, and other flammable fluids. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion. Always hand wash and line dry items containing these materials.

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.

When removing from service or discarding a dryer, always remove the door to prevent

accidental entrapment.

Do not dry mbber, rubber-like, and heat

sensitive materiels with heat.

Understanding your responsibilities

Never operate the dryer if:

-it is not working right (i.e. noisy, -is properly installed and leveled on a too hot).

-it is dsmaged.

-parts are missing.

-all panels are not in place.

-the lint screen is loose, damaged or missing.

Unplug the power supply cord or turn off electrical power before attempting to service your dryer. Shut off gas valve if

you have a gas dryer.

* Do not wash or dry items that are soiled

with vegetable or cooking oil. These items

may contain some oil after laundering. -is used only for jobs normally expected Due to the remaining oil, the fabric may smoke or wtch tire by itself.

Store flammable solvents or fluids away from your dryer.

Dry cleaning solvents or fluids should never be put directly into your dryer.

be exposed to the weather.

You are responsible for making sure that your dryer is installed, repaired and has parts replaced by a qualified person.

Use only fabric softeners specifically

labeled as not being harmful to the dryer.

Do not allow lint to buildup inside the dryer or exhaust system. Cleaning should be done perk&ally by a qualified person.

Clean lint screen before or after each load.

Do not let dust, lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc. pile up around or under the dryer.

Dryer must be electrically grounded. See the Installation Instructions.

Se sure that your dryer:

floor that can support the weight in a well-ventilated room:

-is connected to the proper outlet and electrical supply.*

-is properfy connected to fuel and exhaust systems (gas dryers must be vented outdoors).*

-is not installed against draperies or curtains, or on carpet.’

-is located in an area where the temperature is above 45°F (7%).

-is property maintained. of home dothes dryers.

-is not used by anyone unable to operate it properly.

*See the Installation Instructions for com-

plete information.

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KnowingYour Dryer’s 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 modele covered by this book. Your model may not include all features.

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Optional mounting kits

You wn mount your compact dryer above your compact washer using one of the following:

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If mounting a gas dryer, use only Dryer Stand Kit, Part No. 695570. Using any other kit could result in a gas leak

Failure to follow the above instructions could wuse fire or exolwion.

Dryer Stand Kit for permanent installation,

secured to the wall.

Part No. 605570 (electric or gas)

Stack Kii for free-standing installation.

Part No. 346721 (electric only)

Stack Kit to mount dryer permanently onto the washer. Almond Part No. 3300106 (electric only)

White Part No. 3300175 (electric only)

Dryer Wall-Mounting Kit for securing the dryer to the wall with a steel bracket. Part No. 345004 (electric only)

NOTE: The wall must be strong enough to support the dryer’s weight. (Do not use in mobile homes.)

Optional deflector kit

Exhaust Deflector Kit to move dryer exhaust up, down, or to the side.

Part No. 346001 (electric only)

Operating Your Dryer

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Before starting your dryer

Refer to the information below, and “Laundry Tips” on page 12 for control setting, sorting, and loading information.

NOTE: Remove any hang tags or temporary

labels before using your dryer. Wipe dryer drum with a damp cloth to remove dust from storing and shipping.

Starting or stopping your dryer

Starting your dryer

Close the door and select a cycle. Push the Start Button. See pages 7-g for additional setting information. Your dryer automatically stops when a cyde ends.

Stopping and restarting your dryer

Open the dryer door or turn the Cycle Control Knob to OFF. Close the door; make new selec-

tion (if necessary). Push the Start Button.

NOTE: The Cycle Control Knob should point to

an OFF area when the dryer is not in use. If the dryer is stopped before the cycle is finished, turn the Cycle Control Knob to an OFF area.

End of cycle signal

The dryer sounds a signal to let you know when

the cycle is finished. The signal is not adjustable

and cannot be turned off.

The signal is helpful when you are drying

permanent press, synthetics, and other items

that should be taken out as soon as the dryer stops.

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