Whirlpool Thin Twin User Manual

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Large-Capacity

Thin Twin

Laundry System

Part No.

4314124 Rev. A

ikers. Dishwashers, Built-in Ovens and Surface Units. Ranges, Microwave Ovens, Trash Compactors, Room Air Conditioners, Dehumidifiers, Automatic Washers, Clothes Dryers, Freezers, Refrigerator

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INTRODUCTION

This Job Aid, “LARGE-CAPACITY THIN TWIN LAUNDRY SYSTEM,“ (Part No. 4314124 Rev. A) pro-

vides specific information for the installation, service and repair of the large-capacity Thin Twin Laun­ dry system containing both an automatic washer and clothes dryer in one cabinet.

‘‘LARGE-CAPACITY THIN TWIN LAUNDRY SYSTEM” has been compiled to provide the most recent information on design, features, troubleshooting, service and repair procedures. This Job Aid is in­ tended as a teaching tool and should not be used to replace any Service Manuals, Use and Care Guides or Tech sheets provided with specific models of the Large-Capacity Thin Twin Laundry Sys­ tem.

GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

The goal of this Job Aid is to provide detailed information that will enable the service technician to properly diagnose malfunctions and repair the Large-Capacity Thin Twin Laundry System.

The objectives of this Job Aid are to enable the service technician to:

Understand proper safety precautions

Successfully install the appliance

Successfully troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions

Successfully perform necessary repairs

Successfully return the appliance to proper operational status.

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WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY

FOR ANY REPAIRS MADE ON OUR PRODUCTS BY ANYONE

OTHER THAN AUTHORIZED SERVICE TECHNICIANS.

© 1998 Whirlpool Corporation, Benton Harbor, Ml 49022

TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION..................................................................................................	II
TABLE OF CONTENTS ...................................................................................	Ill
SAFETY.............................................................................................................	IV
SECTION ONE
INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS
Removing the Laundry System from the Carton.......................................	1
Installing the Laundry System...................................................................	1
Dryer Exhaust Requirements.................................................................................	3
SECTION TWO
COMPONENT ACCESS	7
Washer Access ............................................................................................	7
Front Panel Access................................................................................................	7
Washer Mechanism Access...................................................................................	8
Dryer Access... ...........................................................................................	9
Control Panel Access.............................................................................................	9
Toe Panel Access................. ...............................................................................	10
Door Front Panel Access.....................................................................................	10
Dryer Drive Motor Access...................................................................................	11
Dryer Heater Element Access.............................................................................	12
Drive Belt Replacement.......................................................................................	13
SECTION THREE
TROUBLESHOOTINO AND DIAGNOSIS
Troubleshooting Chart................................................................................	15
Component Testing....................................................................................	18
SECTION FOUR
TECH TIPS
Timer Schedules.......... ...............................................................................	27
Wiring Diagrams........................................................................................	28
Serial/Modei Number Plate Location....... ..................................................	30
Serial/Model Number Designators.............................................................	30

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SAFETY

A WARNING

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ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD

Disconnect the electrical power before servicing any components . Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.

A WARNING

PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD

This unit has several sharp edges in areas where you will be working to remove components for service. Wear protective gloves where sharp edges are present.

A WARNING

INJURY HAZARD

More than one person is required to lift, tilt or move the washer/dryer because of its weight and size

Failure to follow this instruction may result in injury

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR GAS DRYER UNITS

A 120 volt, 60 Hz, AC only 15 or 20 Ampere fused electrical supply is required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided.

Recommended Grounding Method

3-prong

Electrical ground is required on this appliance.

DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES,

REMOVETHE POWER SUPPLY CORD GROUND

PRONG.

For your personal safety, this appliance must be grounded. This appliance is equipped with a power supply cord having a 3-prong grounding plug. (Fig. 1) To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be plugged into a mating 3-prong grounding type wail receptacle, grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/ NFPA 70-1987 or the latest code and local ordinances. If a mating wall receptacle is not available, It is the per­ sonal responsibility and obligation of the customer to have a properly grounded 3-prong wall receptacle installed by a qualified electrician.

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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRIC DRYER UNITS

A. A three-wire (Fig. 2) or four-wire (Fig. 3), single phase, 120/240 volt, 60 Hz, AC only electrical supply is required on a separate 30-ampere circuit, fused on both sides of the line. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended.

B. Most local codes permit the use of flex­ ible, 30-amp rated, power supply cord (pig­ tail). The power cord must be plugged into a mating 30-amp receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R). A U.L- listed strain relief must

be installed where the power cord enters	Fig.3
the dryer.
C. THE DRYER MUST BE CONNECTED
WITH 10-GAUGE MINIMUM COPPER
WIRE ONLY. Do Not use aluminum wire
which could cause a fire.
D. The power supply cord (pigtail) can be
removed and the appliance can be con­
nected directly to an individual 30-ampere
fuse circuit breaker box through flexible
armored or nonmetallic sheathed, 10-
gauge minimum copper cable. It is the
personal responsibility and obligation of
the customer to contact a qualified elec­
trician to assure that the electrical instal­
lation is adequate and is in conformance
with National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA
70-1987 (or the latest edition) and local
codes and ordinances.

Important: Allow slack in the line between the wall and the appliance so that it can be moved if servicing is ever necessary.

A U.L.-iisted strain relief must be provided at each end of the power supply cable (at the appliance and at the junction box). Wire sizes (10-gauge COPPER WIRE ONLY) and connections must conform with the 30-ampere circuit rating.

E.For mobile home installation, the three-wire power supply cord must be removed and the appliance wiring must be revised. The appliance frame must not be connected to the neutral terminal, but must be connected to the grounding wire (green) of the power supply cord.

See Alternate electrical connection - mobile home installation, for detailed instructions.

If a four-wire receptacle	of NEMA type 14-30R is available, a matching power supply cord (pigtail)
must be used. This cord	contains No. 10-gauge copper conductors with spade or ring terminals on the

dryer end and terminating in a NEMA type 14-30P plug on supply end. The fourth (grounding) must be identified by a green cover and the neutral conductor by a white cover. Cord should be at least three feet long. The four-wire power supply cord and strain relief are not provided with the dryer.

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A WARNING

Fire Hazard

Do Not use nonmetal, flexible duct. Do Not use metal duct smaller that four inches in diameter. Do Not use exhaust hoods with magnetic latches. Improper air supply for exhausting may result in a fire. Check that the exhaust system is not longer than specified. Exhaust systems longer than specified will:

•Accumulate lint

•Shorten the life of the product

•Reduce performance and result in longer drying times and increased energy usage. Failure to follow these specifications may result in a fire.

Do Not exhaust dryer into a chimney, furnace cold air duct, attic or crawl space, or any other duct used for venting. Clean the exhaust system every other year. Do Not install flexible duct under wall, ceiling or floor materials. Accumulated lint could result in a fire or cause moisture damage.

A WARNING

	Fire Hazard
	Connect dryer to a regulated gas supply. LR gas supply must not ex­
	ceed a pressure of 13" water column. This must be checked by a quali­
	fied person before installing the dryer. Use new, flexible tubing. Old
ML	tubing may leak. All connections must be wrench-tightened. Do Not
	check for gas leaks using an open flame. Failure to follow these instruc­
	tions could result in a fire or explosion.

A WARNING

Potential Fire Hazard

The dryer must be exhausted outside. If dryer is installed in a closet, the dryer MUST be exhausted outside. Failure to do so increases the risk of fire.

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SECTION ONE

INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS

A WARNING

INJURY HAZARD

More than one person is required to lift, tilt or move the washer/dryer because of its weight and size

Failure to follow this instruction may result in injury

REMOVING THE LAUNDRY SYSTEM FROM THE CARTON

1.Cut along the dotted line around the top and bottom of the carton. (Fig. 1)

2.Remove the carton top.

3.Carefully lay the unit on its side and remove the bottom of the carton.

4.Stand the unit upright and cut down each cor­ ner of the carton.

NOTE: Do not remove the inside corner posts before cutting down the corners. Doing so may cause damage to the painted surface of the unit.

5.Remove the carton sides.

6.Remove the inner corner posts and foam sup­ ports and dispose of properly.

NOTE: Dispose of all carton material properly.

Fig. 1

7. Remove the hoses, clamps, washers and in­ stallation instructions from inside the washer basket.

INSTALLING THE LAUNDRY SYSTEM

NOTE: Read and follow the Installation Instructions carefully.

1.Remove the yellow rip cord from the rear of the washer. Be sure two (2) cotter pins come out with the rip cord. (Fig. 2, page 2) Save this strap for use later.

2.Use the new hoses supplied with the laundry system. Insert a flat washer into each end of both hoses. (Fig. 2, page 2)

3.Attach one hose to the bottom (hot water) inlet valve connector first. Then, attach the other hose to the top (cold water) inlet valve connector. Hand tighten both connections. Finish tightening with a pair of pliers, an additional 2/3 turn. (Fig. 2, page 2)

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4.Wet the inside of the drain hose with water. DO NOT USE ANY OTHER LUBRICANT.

5.Squeeze the ears of the drain hose clamp with a pair of pliers and place the clamp over the end of the drain hose. (Fig. 2 - Inset A)

6.While holding the clamp open, work the end of the drain hose onto the drain connector.

7.Position the clamp over the drain hose area marked “clamp.” Release the clamp. Clamp should be 14” from the end of the hose. (Fig. 2 - Inset B)

Cold Water

Inlet Valve

Connector

Hot Water

Inlet Valve

Connector

Flat

Washers

Both Ends

Shipping Strap

8.Open the yellow clamp by squeezing the ears together and slide it over the "hook” end of the drain hose to secure the rigid and corrugated sections together. (Fig. 3)

Fig.3

13.Move the washer to its permanent location.

14.Tilt the washer forward off the floor and set back down to adjust the rear self-leveling legs.

15.Check the washer for level, both side-to-side and front-to-back. Adjust the front legs as necessary. Tighten the locking nuts to the base of the washer with a wrench. If the nuts are not tightened, the washer may vibrate excessively.

16.Run water through both faucets to get rid of particles in the water lines.

17.Attach the hoses to the water faucets. The bottom hose should be connected to the hot water supply and the top hose should be connected to the cold water supply.

18.Cut the shipping strap at the words "CUT HERE" and slide it off the power supply plug.

(Fig. 14)

19.The hook-end of the drain hose can be installed into a stand pipe (Fig. 5, A &B) or laundry tub, (Fig. 5, C) and secured with the shipping strap as shown.

STRAP	Fig. 5

Exhaust Requirements

The dryer comes with a rear deflector vent to exhaust the dryer straight out the rear. This vent can be connected to an exhaust system that goes up, down, left or right. All ducting systems should end in an exhaust hood to prevent back draft.

To convert the dryer to exhaust left, right, up or down, Exhaust Kit, Part No. 279823 MUST be used. Follow the instructions in the kit to avoid operational and personal hazard.

	A WARNING			WARNING
	Electrical Shock Hazard			Personal Injury Hazard
Disconnect power before servicing.			Wear gloves and long sleeves to protect
Failure to do so could result in serious			hands and arms from sharp edges that
				might be present.
	injury or death.
			Failure to do so could result in personal
				injury.

Preparing the Laundry System for Exhausting Left or Right

1.Remove left or right side panel knockout by drilling four (4) holes at the drill locations (dimples) shown and knock out plug. (Fig. 6) Use a file and remove the small burrs in the hole created after the knockout is removed.

2. Remove the two (2) 5/16-inch screws securing the exhaust pipe bracket to the laundry system. Remove the factory installed exhaust pipe from the blower housing collar. Save the exhaust pipe bracket and screws for use later. (Fig. 7)

3. Install the new flex pipe assembly to the blower housing collar using the bracket and screws removed in step 2. Make sure the legs are in the upright position. Secure the assembly with duct tape. Place the clip on the end of the flex pipe. (Fig. 8)

Blower

Housing

Collar

Duct

Tape

Flex Pipe

Assernbly

Fig. 8

Screws

4. Preform the flex pipe to the left or right. Pull the flexpipe through the knockout opening until the clip “snaps” into place. (Fig. 9)

NOTE: The flex pipe may also be used to exhaust down or straight out the back. In these cases, the clip is not needed.

5.Maintain the position of the dip with one hand and secure the screw with the other hand. Make sure the screw is snug against the flex pipe, but do not break through. (Fig. 10}

SCREWDRIVER

Fig. 9

6. Tape all of the connections with duct tape, then proceed with the installation.

NOTE: When changing vent directions, use plugs to cover the panel exhaust holes.

692790-White Plug

692791 - Almond Plug