Whirlpool YLTE6234DQ0 User Manual

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LARGE CAPACITY

THIN TWIN

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AUTOMATIC

GAS AND ELECTRIC

WASHER / DRYER

Use & Care Guide

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE DES MATIÈRES

WASHER/DRYER SAFETY............................................................3

PARTS AND FEATURES................................................................5

CHECKING YOUR VENT ...............................................................6

WASHER USE.................................................................................7

Understanding Washer Cycles ....................................................7

Loading.........................................................................................7

Normal Sounds ............................................................................7

Starting Your Washer...................................................................8

Selecting a Cycle and Time .........................................................9

Rinse and Spin .............................................................................9

Drain and Spin..............................................................................9

Adding Liquid Chlorine Bleach ....................................................9

DRYER USE ..................................................................................10

Starting Your Dryer.....................................................................10

Stopping and Restarting............................................................10

Loading.......................................................................................10

Drying, Cycle and Temperature Tips .........................................11

Cycles.........................................................................................11

End of Cycle Signal....................................................................11

WASHER/DRYER CARE..............................................................12

Cleaning Your Washer ...............................................................12

Water Inlet Hoses.......................................................................12

Cleaning the Lint Screen............................................................12

Cleaning the Dryer Interior .........................................................12

Removing Accumulated Lint......................................................12

Vacation, Storage, and Moving Care.........................................13

TROUBLESHOOTING WASHER.................................................13

TROUBLESHOOTING DRYER ....................................................15

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE.........................................................16

WARRANTY ..................................................................................17

SÉCURITÉ DE LA LAVEUSE/SÉCHEUSE..................................18

PIÈCES ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES ..............................................20

VÉRIFICATION DU CONDUIT D’ÉVACUATION.........................21

UTILISATION DE LA LAVEUSE...................................................22

Comprendre les programmes de la laveuse..............................22

Chargement................................................................................22

Sons normaux ............................................................................22

Mise en marche de la laveuse....................................................23

Sélection d’un programme et de la durée de lavage ................24

Rinçage et essorage...................................................................25

Vidange et essorage...................................................................25

Addition d’eau de Javel..............................................................25

UTILISATION DE LA SÉCHEUSE................................................25

Mise en marche de la sécheuse ................................................25

Arrêt et remise en marche..........................................................26

Chargement................................................................................26

Conseils pour séchage, programmes et température...............26

Programmes...............................................................................27

Signal de fin de programme.......................................................27

ENTRETIEN DE LA LAVEUSE/SÉCHEUSE................................28

Nettoyage de votre laveuse .......................................................28

Tuyaux d'arrivée d'eau...............................................................28

Nettoyage du filtre à charpie......................................................28

Nettoyage de l'intérieur de la sécheuse.....................................29

Enlever la charpie accumulée ....................................................29

Précautions à prendre pour les vacances,

le rangement et avant un déménagement.................................29

DÉPANNAGE LAVEUSE...............................................................30

DÉPANNAGE SÉCHEUSE ...........................................................32

ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE.........................................................34

GARANTIE.....................................................................................35

2

WASHER/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:

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
immediately follow instructions.

can be killed or seriously injured if you don't

You
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.

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.

3

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the washer/dryer, follow

WARNING:

basic precautions, including the following:

■ Read all instructions before using the washer/dryer.

■ Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in

your dryer. Items contaminated with cooking oils
may contribute to a chemical reaction that could
cause a load to catch fire.

■ Do not wash or dry articles that have been previously

cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with
gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, other flammable,
or explosive substances as they give off vapors
that could ignite or explode.

■ Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other

flammable, or explosive substances to the wash water.
These substances give off vapors that could ignite or
explode.

■ Do not allow children to play on or in the washer/dryer.

Close supervision of children is necessary when
the washer/dryer is used near children.

■ Before the washer/dryer is removed from service or dis-

carded, remove the doors to the washer/dryer compart­ments.

■ Do not reach into the washer/dryer if the tub, agitator

or drum is moving.

■ Do not install or store the washer/dryer where it will be

exposed to the weather.

■ Do not tamper with controls.

■

Clean dryer lint screen before or after each load.

Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be

■

produced in a hot water system that has not been
used for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS
EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been
used for such a period, before using the washing
machine, turn on all hot water faucets and let the
water flow from each for several minutes. This will
release any accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas
is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame
during this time.

■ Do not repair or replace any part of the washer/dryer

or attempt any servicing unless specifically recom­mended in this Use and Care Guide or in published
user-repair instructions that you understand and have
the skills to carry out.

■ Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate

static unless recommended by the manufacturer of
the fabric softener or product.

■ Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber

or similarly textured rubber-like materials.

■ Keep area around the exhaust opening and adjacent

surrounding areas free from the accumulation of lint,
dust, and dirt.

■ The interior of the machine and dryer exhaust vent

should be cleaned periodically by qualified service
personnel.

■

See "Electrical Requirements" section for grounding
instructions.

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1.

Model and serial number label

2.

Optional exhaust outlet

3.

Fabric Softener Dispenser

4.

Basket

5.

Control panel

4

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5

Dryer controls

6.

Dryer drum

7.

Lint screen

8.

Agitator

9.

Tub

10.

Other features:

Temperature selector
Load size selector

5

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) to avoid blocking the flow of combustion
and ventilation air. Refer to your Installation Instructions for more
information.

Use a heavy metal vent.
Do not use a plastic vent.

Fire Hazard

The exhaust vent can be routed up, down, left, right, or

3.

straight out the back of the dryer. Space requirements are
listed in your Installation Instructions.

Use the straightest path possible when routing the exhaust

4.

vent. Use the fewest number of elbows and turns. Allow room
when using elbows or making turns. Bend vent gradually to
avoid kinking.

Use duct tape to seal all joints. Do not use screws to secure

5.

vent. Lint may catch on screws.

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.

Service calls caused by improper venting will be paid for

NOTE:

by the customer, whether it was a paid installation or self­installed.

Do not use plastic vent or metal foil vent. Use 4 in. (10.2 cm)

1.

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.

Use a 4 in. (10.2 cm) exhaust hood. Smaller hoods increase

2.

drying times.

2

Clean exhaust vent periodically, depending on use, but at

6.

least every 2 years, or when installing your dryer in a new
location.

■

Disconnect vent from the dryer and clean one section at a
time until you reach the exhaust hood.

■

To clean out lint, use the hose attachment on your
vacuum, or a pole or wire with a feather duster or rag
attached.

■

Be sure the flapper on the outside end of vent moves
freely.

■

When cleaning is complete, be sure to follow the
Installation Instructions supplied with your dryer for final
product check.

1

4"
(10.2 cm)

4"
(10.2 cm)

6

WASHER USE

Understanding Washer Cycles

When the Cycle Control knob is set to a number and pulled out,
the washer fills (to the selected load size) before agitation and
timing start. The washer begins agitating immediately after filling;
agitation occurs with the washer lid up or down.

During agitation, the agitator creates a continuous rollover action
(on some models) that provides a thorough cleaning of the wash
load.

Loading

Loading suggestions

For these suggested full-sized loads, set the WATER LEVEL
selector to the highest setting.

Larger Capacity Washers

Heavy Work Clothes

2 pants
3 shirts
3 jeans
1 coverall

Towels

8 bath towels
8 hand towels
10 wash cloths
1 bath mat

After agitation starts, the Cycle Control knob turns clockwise until
it points to an OFF area and the cycle ends.

The washer pauses briefly throughout each cycle. These

NOTE:

pauses are normal for washer operation.

WASH RINSE

1. Fill 1. Fill

2. Wash
selected
time

3. Drain*
No agitation

4. Spin 4. Spin-Spray

2. Rinse

3. Drain
No agitation

rinse

5. Spin

Mixed Load

2 double sheets
4 pillowcases
6 T-shirts
6 pair shorts
2 shirts
2 blouses
6 handkerchiefs

Delicates

2 camisoles
4 slips
6 undergarments
2 sets of sleepwear
1 child’s outfit

Permanent Press

1 double sheet
1 tablecloth
1 dress
1 blouse
2 slacks
3 shirts
2 pillowcases

Knits

2 slacks
2 blouses
4 shirts
4 tops
2 dresses

Normal Sounds

Your new washer may make sounds your old one didn’t. Because
the sounds might be unfamiliar, you may be concerned about
them. These sounds are normal.

During washing

When you select a small load size setting, your washer has a
lower water level. This can cause a clicking sound from the upper
part of the agitator.

During drain

If water is drained quickly from your washer (depending on your
installation), you may hear air being pulled through the pump
during the end of draining.

After drain and before spin

When the cycle changes from draining to spinning, you may hear
gears engaging.

*The Permanent Press cycle
partially drains, fills, agitates
briefly, and drains.

6. Off

7

Starting Your Washer

Fire Hazard

Never place items in the washer that are
dampened with gasoline or other flammable
fluids.

No washer can completely remove oil.
Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of

oil on it (including cooking oils).
Doing so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

WARNING

■

To reduce wrinkling of permanent press clothes and some
synthetic knits, use a large load size to provide more
space (see step 5).

Pour measured liquid fabric softener into the fabric softener

2.

dispenser, if desired.

Do not overfill. The dispenser holds 3 oz. (94 mL), or a capful
of fabric softener.

■

Add warm water to fill the dispenser until it reaches the
crossed opening at the bottom of the funnel-shaped
portion of the dispenser.

■

The fabric softener is dispensed into the first deep rinse
water automatically.

■

Do not spill or drip any fabric softener on the clothes.

Use only liquid fabric softener in this dispenser.

NOTE:

Close the washer lid.

3.

Turn the WATER LEVEL selector to the correct setting for your

4.

wash load and the type of fabric being washed.

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in

death, fire, or electrical shock.

Measure detergent and pour it into the washer. If desired, add

1.

powdered or liquid color safe bleach. Add extra detergent for
the Super Wash cycle.

Drop a sorted load of clothes loosely into your washer.

■

Load evenly to maintain washer balance. Mix large and
small items.

■

Items should move easily through the wash water.
Overloading can cause poor cleaning.

■

Choose a load size that allows the load to move freely for
best fabric care. See "Loading."

■

You may change the load size selection after the washer
has started filling by turning the selector to a different
setting.

Set the TEMPERATURE selector to the correct setting for the

5.

type of fabric and soils being washed. Use the warmest water
safe for fabric. Follow garment label instructions.

Water Temp Use For

Hot

111°F (44°C)
or above

Warm

90°-110°F
(32°-43°C)

Cold

70°-90°F
(21°-32°C)

In wash water temperatures colder than 70ºF (21ºC),

NOTE:

detergents do not dissolve well. Soils can be difficult to
remove. Some fabrics can retain wear wrinkles and have
increased pilling (the formation of small lint-like balls on the
surface of garments).

Whites and pastels
Heavy soils

Bright colors
Moderate to light soils

Colors that bleed or fade
Light soils

8

Push in the Cycle Control knob and turn it clockwise to the

6.

wash cycle you want. Reduce the wash time when using a
small load size setting. See “Selecting a Cycle and Time.”

Pull out the Cycle Control knob to start the washer.

To stop or restart your washer

■

To stop the washer at any time, push in the Cycle Control
knob.

■

To restart the washer, close the lid (if open) and pull out
the Cycle Control knob.

Selecting a Cycle and Time

This section describes the available wash cycles and will help
you make the best cycle selections for your wash loads. Each
cycle is designed for different types of fabric and soil levels.

■

The washer pauses briefly throughout each cycle. These
pauses are normal. Refer to “Normal Washer Sounds” to
learn more about the sounds you may hear during a wash
cycle.

■

Refer to “Understanding Washer Cycles” to learn what
happens during a wash cycle.

■

Use 10 minutes of wash time to clean permanent press and
some synthetic fabrics that are moderately soiled.

■

Use 6 minutes of wash time to clean permanent press and
some synthetics that are lightly soiled.

Delicate cycle

The Delicate cycle features a reduced agitation speed for gentle
soil removal. Low spin speeds reduce wrinkling.

■

Use 6 minutes of wash time to clean delicate items and
washable knits that are lightly soiled.

Soak cycle

The Soak cycle features brief periods of agitation and soak time
to help remove heavy soils and stains that need pretreatment.

■

Use warm water when soaking. Hot water may set some
stains.

■

Use the amount of detergent or presoak additive
recommended by manufacturer.

■

After the 20-minute Soak cycle ends, add detergent and start
a new cycle.

■

The 4-minute Pre-Wash time features high-speed agitation to
loosen stains. Once the Pre-Wash period ends, add detergent
and start a new cycle.

Rinse and Spin

When using extra detergent for heavily soiled clothes, or washing
special-care items, you may find an extra rinse and spin is
needed.

Push in the Cycle Control knob and turn it clockwise to any of

1.

the Rinse settings.
Pull out the Cycle Control knob. The washer fills to the

2.

selected load size, agitates, drains, and spins.

Cycle Control Knob

Normal cycle

The Normal cycle features the Gentle Wash system and high spin
speeds to shorten drying time.

■

Use 14 minutes of wash time to clean sturdily-constructed
cotton and linen fabrics that are heavily soiled.

■

Use 10 minutes of wash time to clean cotton and linen fabrics
that are lightly to moderately soiled.

Super Wash cycle

The Super Wash cycle automatically pre-washes the laundry and
advances into the Normal wash cycle. The washer does not have
to be reset after the Super Wash cycle. Use this 18-minute cycle
when washing heavily soiled loads that need maximum soil
removal.

■

For proper cleaning, use double the amount of detergent
recommended for the wash cycle.

Permanent Press cycle

The Permanent Press cycle features the Gentle Wash system, a
cool-down rinse and low spin speeds to reduce wrinkling.

Drain and Spin

A drain and spin may help shorten drying times for some heavy
fabrics or special-care items by removing excess water.

Push in the Cycle Control knob and turn it clockwise to any of

1.

the Spin settings.
Pull out the Cycle Control knob. The washer drains, then

2.

spins.

Adding Liquid Chlorine Bleach

Always measure liquid chlorine bleach. Do not guess. Never use
more than 1 cup (250 mL) for a full load. Follow manufacturer’s
directions for safe use. Use a cup with a pouring spout to avoid
spilling.

Let the washer fill and begin agitating the load.

1.

Add bleach to the wash cycle so it can be removed in the

2.

rinse cycle. Pour bleach around the agitator, not directly on
the load.

■

Follow directions on the care labels. Do not use chlorine
bleach on wool, silk, spandex, acetates, or some flame­retardant fabrics.

■

When soaking with chlorine bleach, add detergent to
soak water.

Undiluted bleach will damage any fabric it touches. The

NOTE:

damage appears as rips, holes, tears, or color loss and may not
show up until several washings later.

9

DRYER USE

Starting Your Dryer

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.

Turn the Cycle Control knob to the recommended cycle for

2.

the type of load being dried. Use the Energy Preferred
Automatic Setting (
weight loads. See “Drying, Cycle, and Temperature Tips.”

Select the End of Cycle Signal, if available. The signal is

3.

helpful when drying permanent press or synthetics. Promptly
remove these items from the dryer at the end of the cycle to
prevent wrinkles. The End of Cycle Signal is part of the PUSH
TO START button. Turn the PUSH TO START button to ON
or OFF.

Push the START button.

4.

) to dry most heavyweight and medium

*

Stopping and Restarting

You can stop your dryer any time during a cycle.

To stop your dryer

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

The Cycle Control knob should point to an Off area when

NOTE:

the dryer is not in use.

To restart your dryer

Close the door.

1.

Select a new cycle and temperature (if desired).

2.

Push START.

3.

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.

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

Load clothes loosely into the dryer and close the door. Do not

1.

pack the dryer. Allow space for clothes to tumble freely.

Loading

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

LARGE CAPACITY DRYER

Heavy Work Clothes

2 pants
3 shirts
3 jeans
1 coverall

Mixed Load

2 double sheets
4 pillowcases
6 T-shirts
6 pair shorts
2 shirts
2 blouses
6 handkerchiefs

Delicates

2 camisoles
4 slips
6 undergarments
2 sets of sleepwear
1 child’s outfit

Towels

8 bath towels
8 hand towels
10 wash cloths
1 bath mat

Permanent Press

1 double sheet
1 tablecloth
1 dress
1 blouse
2 slacks
3 shirts
2 pillowcases

Knits

2 slacks
2 blouses
4 shirts
4 tops
2 dresses

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Drying, Cycle and Temperature Tips

Select the correct cycle and temperature for your load.
Cool Down tumbles the load without heat during the last few

minutes of all cycles to make the load easier to handle.

Drying tips

■

Follow care label directions when they are available.

■

If you use fabric softener sheets, use only ones labeled as
dryer safe. Follow package instructions.

■

Remove the load from the dryer as soon as tumbling stops to
reduce wrinkling. This is especially important for permanent
press, knits, and synthetic fabrics.

Cycle and temperature tips

■

Dry most loads using the Energy Preferred Automatic
Setting (*).

■

Use a High heat setting for drying heavyweight items such as
towels and work clothes.

■

Use a Low heat setting for drying lightweight items such as
lingerie, blouses, dresses, and some knits.

■

Use a no heat (air) setting for rubber, plastic or heat sensitive
fabrics.

■

Line dry bonded or laminated fabrics.

If you are unsure of the temperature to select for a load, select a
lower setting rather than a higher setting.

If you have questions about drying temperatures for

NOTE:

various loads, refer to the care label directions.

Cycles

Timed Drying Cycle

Your dryer offers High Heat in the Timed Drying cycle. Use the
Timed Drying cycle to complete drying if some items are damp
after Automatic drying. Timed Drying is also useful for:

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Bulky items and large loads that require a long drying time.

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Damp drying items; turn the Cycle Control Knob to 30
minutes or less.

Damp Dry Feature

Use this feature to dry items to damp level or to dry damp items
that do not require an entire drying cycle. 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.

TUMBLE PRESS® Feature

The TUMBLE PRESS feature removes wrinkles from clothes that
have been packed in a suitcase, or from items not removed from
the dryer at the end of a cycle. Put only a few items in your dryer
for best results when using this feature. As soon as the dryer
stops, fold or put the items on hangers.

Fluff Air Cycle

Use the Fluff Air cycle for items that require drying without heat
such as rubber, plastic and heat sensitive fabrics. This chart
shows examples of items that can be dried using the Fluff Air
cycle.

Type of Load Fluff Air*

Foam rubber - pillows, padded bras,
stuffed toys

Plastic - Shower curtains, tablecloths
Rubber-backed rugs
Olefin, polypropylene, sheer nylon

20 - 30
20 - 30
40 - 50
10 - 20

Cycle Control Knob

Automatic Cycle(s)

Dry most loads using the Energy Preferred Automatic Setting (*).
Your Automatic cycle(s) shuts off when the selected dryness is
reached. The Cycle Control Knob will not move until the load is
almost dry. After the cool down, the knob automatically turns to
an Off area and tumbling stops.

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If the load is drier than you like, select Less Dry the next time
you dry a similar load.

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If the load is not as dry as you would like, complete drying
using a Timed Drying cycle. Select Very Dry the next time you
dry a similar load.

Your dryer has both a High Heat cycle (Permanent Press/Heavy
or Timed Drying) and a Low Heat cycle (Delicate). Always follow
care label directions when available, especially for delicate items.

The Automatic cycles use an automatic dryness control

NOTE:

that senses the exhaust temperature and determines the dryness
of the load.

(*Minutes) Reset cycle to complete drying, if needed.

When using Fluff Air

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Check to see that coverings are securely stitched.

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Shake and fluff pillows by hand periodically during cycle.

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Dry item completely. Foam rubber pillows are slow to dry.

End of Cycle Signal

The dryer sounds a signal to let you know when the cycle is
finished. The signal is helpful when you are drying permanent
press, synthetics and other items that should be removed from
the dryer as soon as it stops. The signal can be turned On or Off.

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