Whirlpool REP3822D, REC3622D, RGC3622D User Manual
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 . . . . . .7-8
Caring for Your Dryer . . . 10
Laundry Tips . . . . . . . . . . . 13-16
Troubleshooting . . . . . 17-18
Requesting Assistance
or Service .mmm....m.........m.. 19
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
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COMPACT ELECTRIC AND GAS DRYERS
PART NO. 9831700 8/95
1-800-44-ROPER
Call us wlth questlons or comments.
MODELS REP3822D REC3622D RGC3622D
A Note to You
Thank you for buying a ROPER@ appliance.
Because your life is getting busier and more complicated, ROPER dryers are easy to use,
save time, and help you manage your home better. To ensure that you enjoy years of troublefree 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.
Our toll-free number, l-80044-ROPER (l-800-447-6737), is
available 24 hours a day.
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Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Dealer Name
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone
Dryer Safety
Your safety is important to us.
This guide contains safety statements under
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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
risk of explosion or fire, or to prevent
loss of life,
- 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.
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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.
This symbol will help alert you to such
dangers as fire, electrical shock, burns,
and personal injury.
personal
injury, or property
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer,
service agency, or the gas supplier.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the
risk of fire,
electrical shock,
or
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Read all instructions before using your
dryer.
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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.
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Do 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.
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Store flammable solvents or fluids away
from your dryer.
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Dry cleaning solvents or fluids should
never be put directly into your dryer.
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Do not let dust, lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc., pile up around or under the
dryer.
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Do not allow lint to build up inside the
dryer or exhaust system. Cleaning
should be done periodically by a qualified
person.
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Do not allow children to operate, play
with, or crawl inside your dryer. Supervise children when your dryer is used
near children.
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Do not reach into a dryer if the drum is
moving.
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Install and/or store dryer where it will not
be exposed to the weather.
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Do not tamper with the controls.
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Do not dry rubber, rubber-like, or heatsensitive materials with heat.
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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 discarding a dryer, always remove the door to
prevent accidental entrapment.
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Clean lint screen before or after each
load.
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Use only fabric softeners specifically
labeled as not being harmful to the dryer.
Understanding your responsibilities
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Be sure that your dryer:
- is located in an area where the
- is used only for jobs normally expected
of home clothes dryers.
temperature is above 45°F (7°C). - is not used by anyone unable to operate
- 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
it properly.
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Never operate the dryer if:
- it is not working right (i.e. noisy, too hot).
- it is damaged.
- parts are missing.
- all panels are not in place.
- the lint screen is loose, damaged, or
missing.
*See the Installation Instructions for
complete information.
has parts replaced by a qualified person.
- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -
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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.
Moisture sensor
Model and serial
number label
Other feature:
End of cycle signal
(see
page
7)
Optional mounting kits
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You can mount your compact dryer above your
compact washer using one of the following kits: secured to the wall.
Explosion Hazard
Use only Dryer Stand Kit, Part No.
49971 when mounting a gas dryer.
Failure to do so can result in death
or explosion.
Dryer Stand Kit for permanent installation,
Part No. 49971 (electric or gas)
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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
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Exhaust Deflector Kit to move dryer
exhaust up, down, or to the side.
Part No. 346001 (electric only)
‘Automatic DRY-MISER”
Control
(240V models)
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 (a) to dry most loads
(see page 7).
NOTE:
a cycle ends.
Your dryer stops automatically when
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Stopping/restarting your dryer
You can stop your dryer anytime during
a cycle.
To stop the dryer, either:
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Open the dryer door.
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OR
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Turn the Cycle Control Knob
to OFF.
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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NOTE:
to an OFF area when the dryer is not in use.
The Cycle Control Knob should point
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