This Use and Care Guide will help you
operate and maintain your new, quality-built
automatic dryer. Keep this Use and Care
Guide in a safe place for future reference.
Please complete and mail the Owner
Registration Card provided with this
product.
Have this information ready if you need
service or call with a question.
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Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Service Company Phone Number
Then complete the form below.
Copy model and serial numbers from
plate (see diagram on page 4) and
purchase date from sales slip.
Keep this book and sales slip together in
a handy place.
Please complete all of the
Installation Instruction
steps before attempting to operate your
dryer.
You are responsible for
It is your responsibility to be sure that your
dryer:
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Is properly installed by a qualified
person.*
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Is installed and leveled on a floor that
can support the weight of the dryer.’
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Is located in a well ventilated room where
the temperature is above 45°F (7.2%).
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Is properly connected to a grounded
electrical circuit that meets the electrical
requirements.’
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Is properly connected to fuel and exhaust
systems.*
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Is not installed against drapes or
curtains.*
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Is used only for the job it was designed to
do.
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Is not used by children or anyone unable
to operate it properly.
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Is properly maintained.
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See Installation Instructions for complete
information.
Contents
Important Safety Instructions
Energy-Saving Tips
Before You Dry
Using Your Dryer
Loading your dryer
Select a cycle and setting
Select temperature
To start
To stop the dryer at any time
To change setting at any time
If You Need Assistance, Service
Or Replacement Parts
Estate Automatic Dryer Warranty _
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Important Safety Instructions
Reduce risk of fire, electrical shock, or personal injury when using your dryer, by following
basic precautions, including the following:
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Read all instructions before
using your dryer.
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DO NOT
washed in, soaked in or spotted with
gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents,
paint, wax or other flammable or
explosive substances in the dryer.
The fumes can create a fire or
explosion. Always hand-wash and
air-dry fabrics containing these
materials.
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DO NOT
inside the dryer. Close supervision
of children is necessary when the
dryer is used near them.
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Before the dryer is removed from
service or discarded, remove the
door to prevent accidental entrap-
ment.
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DO NOT
drum is moving.
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DO NOT
it will be exposed to the weather.
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DO NOT
dry items cleaned in,
allow children to play on or
reach into the dryer if the
install or store dryer where
tamper with controls.
. You are responsible for making sure
that your dryer is installed, repaired
and has parts replaced by a qualified
person.
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DO NOT
products to eliminate static unless
recommended by the manufacturer of
those products.
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DO NOT
containing foam rubber, similarly
textured rubber-like materials and
other heat-sensitive fabrics. Always
use NO HEAT/FLUFF setting or line-
dry.
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Clean lint screen before or after each
load.
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DO NOT
chemicals, etc. pile up around or
under the dryer or its exhaust
opening.
. The interior of the dryer and exhaust
system should be cleaned periodi-
cally by a qualified person.
use fabric softeners or
use heat to dry articles
let dust, lint, paper, rags,
. Dryer must be electrically grounded.
See Installation Instructions.
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DO NOT
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- it is damaged.
- parts are missing (i.e. door latch).
- all panels are not in place.
- the lint screen is loose, damaged
or missing.
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Unplug power supply cord or turn off
electrical power before servicing the
dryer. Shut off
gas dryer. Shut off gas valve before
leaving on vacation if it is a gas
model.
operate the dryer if:
GAS VALVE
if it is a
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Open windows.
2. Don’t touch electrical switches.
3. Extinguish any open flame.
4. Immediately call your gas supplier.
Energy-Saving Tips
1. Use dryer during non-peak energy-usage
hours. Contact your power company for
the most energy-efficient times.
2. Dry only full loads.
3. DO NOT add wet items to partially dried
load.
4. DO NOT overdry items.
5. Shorten drying times by:
- cleaning lint screen before or after each
use.
- properly exhausting the dryer.
- using the dryer in a warm room.
- not opening the dryer door often.
- loading the dryer with similar fabric
weights and types.
- not overloading the dryer.
- drying loads one immediately after
another.
Before You Dry
1. Check garments to make sure all spots
and stains were removed during the
wash. DO NOT tumble dry if stains still
exist. Heat may permanently set stains.
Rewash stains, if necessary.
2. Turn pockets of heavy items inside out
for even drying.
3. Empty all pockets.
4. Turn fabrics that are lint-takers and dark
items inside out to help prevent lint
pickup.
5. Remove heat-sensitive trims.
6. Tie strings and sashes to prevent
tangling.
7. Close zippers, snaps and hooks to avoid
snagging other items. Remove pins,
buckles and other hard objects to avoid
scratching the dryer drum.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
DO NOT store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance. The fumes
can create a fire hazard or explosion.
HeavyweightiWork clothes, jackets,
raincoats, etc.
Mediumweigh&Shirts, play clothes,
sheets, slacks
LighfweighfiLingerie, blouses,
dresses
Knits
Heavyweightiottons, rayons,
blends, T-shirts, slacks, shirts, etc.
Medium and Lightweigh&Synthetics
(polyester, acrylic, etc.) and blends,
lingerie, blouses, dresses, etc.
Delicate Fabrics
Sheer curtains (2 or 3 panels)
Gauze, lace, etc.
SUGGESTED CYCLE
Auto-Sense Heavy
Auto-Sense Permanent Press
Auto-Sense Permanent Press
Auto-Sense Permanent Press
SUGGESTED TEMPERATURE
CottonlPerm Press High
Cotton/Perm Press High
Cotton/Perm Press High
Knits Low
Knits Low
Drying rubber, plastic and other heat-sensitive materials with heat can damage them or
be a FIRE HAZARD.
Turn cycle control knob either direction until
the indicator on knob’s outer ring points to
cycle and setting you want.
setting you want.
To start
To stop the dryer at any time
Open the door or turn the cycle control
knob to OFF. To restart, close the door,
select cycle (if necessary) and push start
button.
To change setting at any time
Turn cycle control knob and/or temperature
selector to new setting.
The cycle control knob should point to
OFF when the dryer is not in use. If the
turn the cycle control knob to OFF.
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Push the start button.
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Drying Cycles
Automatic cycles
The automatic cycles let you select the
degree of dryness you want. A thermostat
senses the air temperature and automatically shuts the dryer off when the selected
dryness is reached.
1.
Use Auto-Sense Heavy
and mediumweight cotton or linen items.
The load tumbles without heat the last
5 minutes for easier load handling.
2. Use Auto-Sense Permanent Press
dry permanent press, knits and other
synthetic items. The load tumbles without
heat during the last 10 minutes to help
prevent wrinkles and to make the load
easier to handle.
3. Adjust the dryness levels
cycle control knob to NORMAL DRY in
the automatic cycle. When dryer stops,
feel the items for dryness.
to dry heavy
to
by setting the
Timed Dry
Use this cycle for drying a load for a set
time between 10 and 60 minutes. To
operate, turn cycle control knob to the
number of minutes you want. Push the start
button. (The last 5 minutes of the cycle are
without heat to help make the load easier to
handle and to reduce wrinkling.)
NOTE:
static cling and damage to some fabrics.
Overdrying can cause shrinkage,
Damp Dry
Use this setting to dry damp items that do
not require an entire drying cycle, or to dry
items to damp level. (Two examples are
heavy cottons, such as jeans, which you do
not want to become stiff, or cotton clothes,
which are easier to press when damp.)
Wrinkle Free
Use this cycle to remove wrinkles from
clothing that has been packed in a suitcase,
closet or not removed promptly from dryer.
To operate, turn cycle control knob to
WRINKLE FREE; set the temperature
selector knob to KNITS/LOW and push the
start button. The load will tumble in heated
air for 15 minutes and without heat for
5 minutes more. For best results, put only a
few items in the dryer and remove as soon
as the dryer stops. Fold or hang on hangers
immediately.
NOTE:
static cling and damage to some fabrics.
Overdrying can cause shrinkage,
Temperature Settings
No Heat/Fluff
Use for rubber, plastic and heat-sensitive
fabrics. (See chart on page 3 for time
settings.)
To operate, turn temperature selector to
NO HEAT/FLUFF. Turn cycle control knob
to TIMED DRYING and set the number of
minutes you want. Push the start button.
Knits/Low
Use for medium/lightweight knits and
delicate fabrics.
Cotton/Perm Press High
Use for cotton, linen, permanent press and
heavyweight knit fabrics.
If items are drier than you like, set the
control to the
setting the next time you dry that kind of
load. If the items are not as dry as you like,
set the control to the left of NORMAL DRY
the next time you dry that kind of load.
The cycle control knob will not move until
the clothes load is almost dry, or the cooldown time of the cycle has been reached.
After the cool-down cycle is finished, the
cycle control knob automatically moves to
OFF and the dryer stops tumbling.
right
of NORMAL DRY
End-of-cycle signal
The dryer sounds a signal to let you know
when the cycle is finished. The signal
cannot be turned off and is not adjustable.
The signal is helpful when you are drying
permanent press, synthetic and other items
that should be taken out as soon as the
dryer stops.
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Drying Tips
Load sizes
DO NOT overload the dryer.
Mix larger items with smaller items.
Dry smaller loads of permanent press
and synthetics and remove immediately
after tumbling stops, to reduce wrinkling.
Add one or two lint-free towels to loads
with just a few small items. This allows for
better tumbling action and prevents the
small, lightweight items from blocking air
flow.
Rearrange load during a cycle to prevent
large items (sheets, tablecloths and
blankets) from balling or rolling up.
Dryer fabric softeners
Follow manufacturer’s instructions.
Place fabric softener sheet on top of the
load before starting the dryer.
DO NOT add fabric softener sheet after
cycle has started. Instant heat may cause
the fabric softener to spot fabrics.
A clear, grease-like spot can result if a
fabric softener sheet becomes tangled or
wrapped in an item during tumbling.
To remove fabric softener stain, wet the
stain and rub with liquid detergent or bar
soap. Wash the item.
Drying special items
Follow fabric care label instructions
carefully for blankets, woolens, curtains,
draperies, slip covers, diapers and baby
clothes, elastic items, flame-retardant
finishes, heat-sensitive fabrics, napped
items (corduroy and velveteen) and
permanent press fabrics.
Knitted woolens
Machine drying is not recommended. Block
to shape when wet and allow to air-dry.
Cotton and canvas shoes
1. Place several bath towels in the dryer to
act as a buffer.
2. If rubber or foam rubber materials are
part of shoe, use NO HEAT/FLUFF
setting. For other materials, see page 3.
3. Remove when damp-dry and finish
drying out of the dryer.
Service or performance problems caused
by the use of any product not manufactured
by Whirlpool Corporation (for example,
fabric softeners) are the responsibility of the
manufacturer of that product.
Some dryer fabric softeners can:
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deposit a greasy-looking residue
on fabrics and inside the dryer.
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cause rust inside the dryer.
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clog the lint screen and slow down
drying.
Use only fabric softeners specially
labeled as not being harmful to the
dryer.
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Common Laundering Problems
PROBLEM CHECK IF
Brown
stains
Color
transfer
Greasy
spots
Lint
Dryer fabric softeners were used
Wet items were stored in washer
or dryer
Dryer drum is clean Clean dryer drum thoroughly after drying tinted, dyed or non-colorfast
Dryer fabric softeners were used
Undiluted washer fabric softener
was used
Enough detergent was used
Items were clean before they
were dried
Lint screen is clogged
Load is properly sorted
Static electricity is attracting lint
Load is too big or heavy
Paper or tissue was in pocket
Enough detergent was used
Pilling is being mistaken for lint
WHAT TO DO
Follow manufacturer’s product directions carefully.
DO NOT store wet items in washer or dryer. This can cause rusting.
items. (See page 9.)
Follow manufacturer’s product directions carefully.
Dilute fabric softener before adding to deep rinse.
Use enough detergent to hold soil in the wash water until it drains away.
Undrained soil can stick to outer tub of the washer and cause greasy spots
with next load.
Soiled items can stain other items in the load. They can also leave stains
on the dryer drum that can be picked up by items in later loads. Dryer heat
may permanently set these stains.
Clean lint screen. (See page 9.)
Sort lint-givers (bath towels, etc.) from lint-takers (synthetics, permanent
press).
Use fabric softener in the washer’s final, deep rinse. Use correct dryer
settings for fabric. Overdrying synthetics can cause lint-attracting static
electricity.
Dry smaller loads. When items can’t tumble freely, air is unable to carry lint
to lint screen.
Empty pockets carefully. A small scrap of paper can cause a lot of lint.
Use enough detergent to hold the lint in the water until it drains away. Base
detergent amount on water hardness and soil in wash load.
Pilling (surface fuzz) is caused by normal wear and laundering. Pills do not
break away easily from the fabric and can often collect lint. Synthetic
fabrics are more likely to pill than others, especially at neckbands, elbows
and knees.
Shrinking
Items are overdried
Fabric type and quality is suitable
for drying
Remove items while there is still a trace of moisture. Some items should be
removed while damp, then shaped and air-dried. Use LESS DRY setting.
Some knits are stretched during manufacturing. Washing and drying
returns them to the original size. This is normal. Check quality of garment
before buying. Follow fabric care label directions carefully.
Continued on next page
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PROBLEM
CHECK IF
WHAT TO DO
Slow
lrying
Static
dectricity
There is a large amount of
moisture in the load to be dried They take longer to dry. Full loads take longer to dry than small loads of the
Cold rinse water is used A load rinsed in cold water will take slightly longer to dry than a warm one.
Room air temperature is below
45°F or 7.2%
Dryer is exhausted according to
Installation Instructions
Lint screen is clogged
Proper electrical supply is used
Modern dryer design is new
to you
Load is overdried
Fabric softener is used
Synthetics, synthetic blends,
permanent press and knits are
in load
Some items hold more moisture than others (cottons more than polyester).
same fabric. Low washer-spin speeds (recommended for permanent press
and knits) remove less moisture than high spin speeds.
Cold rinses, however, help save energy and reduce wrinkling more than
warm rinses do.
Install dryer in a room where the air temperature is warmer than 45°F or
7.2%. Cold air increases drying time and may cause wrinkles not to be
removed.
Install and exhaust your dryer according to the Installation Instructions
provided.
Clean lint screen before or after each use.
Properly connect the dryer to a grounded electrical circuit that meets the
electrical requirements stated in the Installation Instructions.
Your modern dryer is designed for the care of modern fabrics. Drying
temperatures are lower than in older models. The cool-down time at the
end of each drying cycle helps reduce wrinkling and makes clothes easier
to handle, but it may take longer to dry than you are used to.
Remove items while there is still a trace of moisture. Use LESS DRY
Synthetics, synthetic blends, permanent press and knits build up static
electricity. Use a fabric softener and be careful not to overdry the load.
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Caring For Your Dryer
Cleaning the lint screen
Open the lid and pull the lint screen straight
out. Roll the lint off the screen with your
fingers. DO NOT rinse or wash the screen.
Push the screen firmly back into place.
Fire Hazard
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Clean the lint screen before or
after each load. A screen blocked
by lint can increase drying time
and can cause a fire.
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DO NOT run the dryer with the lint
screen loose, damaged, blocked or
missing. This can cause overheating, damage to fabrics and a fire.
Electrical Shock and
Personal Injury Hazard
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Unplug power supply cord or shut
off electrical power supply before
removing lint.
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DO NOT put hands inside dryer
cabinet.
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Make sure the dryer is cool.
Failure to do so could result in
electrical shock, injury or damage.
Fire Hazard
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Shut off gas valves on gas dryers.
Failure to do so could result in gas
leak or explosion.
Cleaning should be done only by a qualified
person.
1. Remove back panel (electric) or lower
access panel (gas).
2. Remove lint from boxed-in area with a
soft brush or vacuum cleaner.
3. Avoid damaging wires, thermostats,
funnel or igniter.
4. Replace panel; reconnect and re-level
dryer.
Cleaning the dryer interior
Cleaning the cabinet exterior
Wipe off all spills with a damp, soft cloth.
Spills allowed to remain may dull or
damage the finish.
DO NOT put sharp or heavy objects
damage the dryer. Check pockets for
Before you go on vacation
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Clean lint screen.
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For electric dryer-unplug the power cord
or shut off the electrical power supply.
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For gas dryer-close gas valve.
Cleaning lint from inside
dryer cabinet
Ther
t-teat element
terminals 1
Electric dryer
Igniter
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Lint can gather inside the dryer and cause a fire.
Remove lint
often, depending on dryer usage.
funnel
at
/east every 2 to 3 years, or more
Behind access
panel
Electrical Shock and
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Personal Injury Hazard
Unplug power supply cord or shut
off electrical power supply before
cleaning interior.
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Make sure the dryer is cool.
Failure to do so could result in
electrical shock or injury.
Fire Hazard
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Shut off gas valves on gas dryers.
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Use non-flammable cleaner.
Failure to do so could result in gas
leak or explosion.
If the interior is discolored from fabrics
containing unstable dyes (blue denim jeans
or brightly colored cottons), clean with one
of the following methods to avoid staining
later load items:
Powdered laundry detergent
Make a paste with detergent and very warm
water. Apply paste to a soft, clean cloth and
scrub area until all excess dye is removed.
Wipe thoroughly with a damp cloth. To
dry, tumble a load of clean rags.
Non-flammable liquid household
cleaner
Apply to stained area. Rub with a soft,
clean cloth until all excess dye is removed.
To dry, tumble a load of clean rags.
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Before You Call For Service
If you are having an operating problem,
check this chart to see what the cause
might be before you call for assistance,
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3PERATING PROBLEM
Dryer will not run
Dryer will not heat
CHECK IF
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Power cord is plugged into a live circuit with
proper voltage.
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Dryer door is closed.
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Start button is pushed firmly.
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Controls are set in a running or ON
position.
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Home’s main fuse has blown or circuit
breaker has tripped. Also check if a time-
delay fuse or circuit breaker has been used.
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Gas shutoff valves are open both on dryer
and on supply line.
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Cycle control knob or temperature selector
is set on NO HEAT/FLUFF.
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Heat cycle is in its last minutes (there is no
heat during that time).
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Home’s main fuse has blown or circuit
breaker has tripped. Also check if a timedelayed fuse or circuit breaker has been
used.
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Gas shutoff valves are open both on dryer
and on supply line.
WHAT TO DO
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Turn cycle control knob to OFF. Firmly plug
cord into electrical outlet. Check circuit voltage
at fuse/circuit breaker box. Reset controls and
push start button.
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Close door firmly.
. Push start button.
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Set controls and push start button.
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Turn cycle control knob to OFF. Replace fuse
with a time-delay fuse of the correct capacity.
Reset circuit breaker. Reset controls and push
start button.
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Turn cycle control knob to OFF. Open gas
valve. Wait 5 minutes. Reset controls and push
start button.
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Reset cycle control knob or temperature
selector to heat setting.
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Wait for cycle to finish.
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Turn cycle control knob to OFF. Replace fuse
with a time-delayed fuse of the correct capacity.
Reset circuit breaker. Reset controls and push
start button.
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An electric dryer circuit uses 2 breakers or
2 fuses. If one breaker has tripped or one fuse
has blown, the dryer may run, but not heat.
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Turn cycle control knob to OFF. Open gas
valves. Wait 5 minutes. Reset controls and
push start button.
Drying time too long
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Lint screen is clean.
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Clean lint screen. See instructions on page 9.
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If You Need Assistance, Service Or Replacement Parts
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If you need service, first see the “Before
You Call For Service” section of this book.
After checking “Before You Call For
Service,” additional help can be found by
calling our COOL-LINE@ service assistance
telephone number.
1. If you need assistance*...
Call Whirlpool COOL-LINES service
assistance telephone number. Dial free
from anywhere in the U.S.:
1-800-253-l 301
and talk with one of our trained consultants.
The consultant can instruct you in how to
obtain satisfactory operation from your
appliance or, if service is necessary,
recommend a qualified service company in
your area.
If you prefer, write to:
Mr. Donald Skinner
Director of Consumer Relations
Whirlpool Corporation
2000 M-63
Benton Harbor, Ml 49022
Please include a daytime phone number in
your correspondence.
2.
If you need service*...
Whirlpool has a
3. If you need FSP replacement parts’...
FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool
Corporation for quality parts. Look for this
symbol of quality whenever you need a
replacement part for your Estate appliance.
FSP replacement parts will fit right and
work right, because they are made to the
same exacting specifications used to build
every new Estate appliance.
To locate FSP replacement parts in your
area, refer to Step 2 above or call the
Whirlpool COOL-LINE service assistance
number in Step 1.
4. If vou are not satisfied with how the
prbblem was solved*...
Contact the Major Appliance Consumer
Action Panel (MACAP). MACAP is a
group of independent consumer experts
that voices consumer views at the highest
levels of the major appliance industry.
Contact MACAP only when the dealer,
authorized servicer or Whirlpool have
failed to resolve your problem.
Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel
20 North Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60606
MACAP will in turn inform us of your
action.
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Whirlpool service
technicians are trained to fulfill the product
warranty and provide after-warranty
service, anywhere in the United States. To
locate the authorized Whirlpool service
company in your area, call our
COOL-LINE@ service assistance telephone
number (see Step 1) or look in your
telephone directory Yellow Pages under:
APPLIANCES - HOUSEHOLD -
MAJOR -SERVICE & REPAIR
ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES -
MAJOR - REPAIRING (L PARTS
WASHING MACHINES, DRYERS
6 IRONERS - SERVICING
WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES
AUTHORIZED WHIRLPOOL SERVICE
XYZ SERVICE CO
123 Maple 999.9999
OR
OR
SERVICE COMPANIES
*When requesting assistance, please
provide: model number, serial number,
date of purchase, and a complete
description of the problem. This
information is needed in order to better
respond to your request.
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ESTATE “Automatic Dtyer Warranty
LENGTH OF WARRANTY
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
From Date of Purchase
WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR
FSP@ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship.
Service must be provided by an authorized WhirlpoolSM service company.
DROO’
WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR
A.
Service calls to:
1. Correct the installation of the dryer.
2. Instruct you how to use the dryer.
3. Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing.
4. Replace light bulbs.
B.
Repairs when dryer is used in other than normal, single-family household use.
C. Pick up and delivery. This product is designed to be repaired in the home.
D.
Damage to dryer caused by accident, misuse, fire, flood, acts of God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool.
WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow
the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you
specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Outside the United States, a different warranty may apply. For details, please contact your franchised Whirlpool distributor or military
exchange.
If you need service, first see the “Before You Call For Service” section of this book. After checking “Before You Call For Service,” additional
help can be found by calling our COOL-LINE@ service assistance telephone number,
l-800-253-1301,
from anywhere in the U.S.
Part No. 3391362 Rev. A
01990 Whirlpool Corporation
8 Registered Trademark / SM Service Mark of Whirlpool Corporation
Printed in U.S.A.
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