Whirlpool WED9290FC, YWED9290FC, YWED7990FW, YWED9290FW Use and Care Guide
Use & Care Guide
Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien
HybridCare™ Heat Pump Dryer
Sécheuse avec pompe à chaleur HybridCare™
W10777516B
W10777517B - SP
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Table of Contents
DRYER SAFETY .......................................................................2
ACCESSORIES ........................................................................3
HybridCare™ HEAT PUMP TECHNOLOGY ............................. 4
CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES ......................................... 5
CYCLE GUIDE .......................................................................... 6
USING YOUR DRYER ..............................................................8
CYCLE STATUS INDICATORS ................................................ 10
ADDITIONAL FEATURES .......................................................11
DRYER CARE .........................................................................11
TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................14
WARRANTY ............................................................................17
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ..................................... Back Cover
Dryer Safety
Table de matières
SÉCURITÉ DE LA SÉCHEUSE ............................................... 18
ACCESSOIRES ......................................................................19
TECHNOLOGIE DE POMPE À CHALEUR HybridCare™ ......20
TABLEAU DE COMMANDE ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES ..........21
GUIDE DE PROGRAMMES .................................................... 22
UTILISATION DE LA SÉCHEUSE ...........................................25
TÉMOINS LUMINEUX DE PROGRAMME .............................. 27
CARACTÉRISTIQUES SUPPLÉMENTAIRES ..........................28
ENTRETIEN DE LA SÉCHEUSE ............................................. 28
DÉPANNAGE ..........................................................................31
GARANTIE .............................................................................. 34
ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE ...........................Couverture arrière
Certain internal parts are intentionally not grounded and may present a risk of electric shock
only during servicing.
Service Personnel – Do not contact the thermostat bracket while the appliance is energized.
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Accessories
INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE
ACCESSORIES
FACTORY CERTIFIED PARTS – these three
words represent quality parts and accessories
designed specically for your appliance.
Time tested engineering that meets
our strict quality specications.
FACTORY CERTIFIED PARTS
Accessories designed for your appliance:
15" Pedestal
Color-matched pedestals raise
the washer and dryer to a more
comfortable working height. The
large drawer provides convenient
storage.
Stack Kit
If space is at a premium, the stack
kit allows the dryer to be installed
on top of the washer.
Enhance your new washer and dryer with the following
genuine Whirlpool accessories. For more information
on options and ordering, call 1-866-698-2538, or visit us
at: www.whirlpool.com/accessories. In Canada, call
1-800-688-2002 or visit us at www.whirlpoolparts.ca.
Drying Rack
The Drying Rack provides a
stationary drying surface for items
such as sweaters and tennis shoes.
See the “Additional Features”
section for more information.
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HybridCare™ Heat Pump Technology
A typical dryer uses large amounts of energy; this dryer consumes a fraction of the energy by recycling and reclaiming heat.
The HybridCare™ dryer is a ventless heat pump dryer that uses a refrigeration system to dry and recycle the same air. The
laundry is dried with low temperatures; therefore it may feel cooler than expected during and after the drying process.
The heat pump dryer’s heating phase is longer than in traditional dryers. If possible, do not open the dryer door during the
process as heat can escape from the drum and can make longer drying times.
HybridCare™ Heat Pump Unit
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Benets of HybridCare™ Heat Pump
• ENERGY: Regenerates energy to reduce overall energy
consumption.
• PERFORMANCE: Three available modes allow flexibility to
manage drying performance and energy savings.
• FABRIC CARE: Capability to use less heat than vented dryer.
• VENTLESS DESIGN: Allows installation in more locations
throughout the home.
New Sounds from HybridCare™ Heat Pump
• Dryer runs on a compressor like your refrigerator and you
may notice a hum from the compressor.
• The water from wet clothes is pumped out to your drain.
You may notice a gurgling sound occasionally.
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Heat Exchanger/Condenser is heating
up the air
Drying
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Air blower is cooling air
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Evaporator is cooling and discharging
condensation water
Use Automatic Cycles for better fabric care and energy savings
Use the Automatic Cycles to provide the most energy savings and enhanced fabric care from the dryer. During Automatic Cycles,
drying air temperature, heat pump unit temperature, and moisture level are sensed in the load. This sensing occurs throughout
the drying cycle and the dryer shuts off when the load reaches the selected dryness. Use the NORMAL dryness level to provide
optimal energy savings.
With Timed Dry, the dryer runs the amount of time set and can result in shrinkage, wrinkling, and static due to over-drying. Use
Timed Dry for the occasional damp load that needs a little more drying time or when using the drying rack.
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Control Panel and Features
NOTE: The control panel features a sensitive surface that responds to a light touch of your finger. To ensure your selections are
registered, touch the control panel with your finger tip, not your fingernail. When selecting a setting or option, simply touch its name.
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POWER
Touch to turn the dryer on and off. Touch to cancel
a cycle at any time.
CYCLE CONTROL KNOB
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Turn the knob to select a cycle for your laundry load.
Automatic Cycles are Heavy Duty, Normal, Bulky, Casual,
Delicates, and Towels. Manual Cycles are Quick Dry and
Timed Dry. See “Cycle Guide” for detailed descriptions
of cycles.
START/PAUSE
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Touch and hold until the LED comes on to start a cycle,
or touch once while a cycle is in process to pause it.
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LED DISPLAY AND SETTINGS
When you select a cycle, its settings will light up and the
Estimated Time Remaining (for Automatic Cycles) or actual
time remaining (for Manual Cycles) will be displayed. On
2-digit displays, for times longer than 99 minutes, hours
will be displayed followed by minutes.
See “Cycle Guide” for available settings on each cycle.
Not all settings are available with all cycles.
Cycle Status Lights
The indicators at the top of the display will let you
know what stage of the drying cycle is in process.
For more information on each stage, see “Cycle
Status Indicators.”
–/+ (Adjust Drying Time)
Touch “+” or “–” with Manual Cycles to increase or
decrease the length of a Timed Dry or Quick Dry cycle.
Temp
When using Manual Cycles, you may select a dry
temperature based on the type of load you are drying.
Use the warmest setting safe for the items in the load.
Follow garment label instructions.
NOTE: Automatic Cycles use a preset temperature
that is not adjustable.
Dryness Level
When using Automatic Cycles, you may select a
Dryness Level based on the type of load you are
drying.
NOTE: Dryness Level is for use with Automatic
Cycles only.
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B EA C D F
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Damp Dry Signal
Touch to select the Damp Dry Signal. When selected,
a series of beeps will sound when the load is damp,
but not completely dry. This will allow you to take
clothes out of the load that do not need to dry
completely. This option is available on Heavy Duty,
Normal, Bulky, Casual, Delicates, and Towels cycles.
The Damp Dry Signal is selected as a default for the
Bulky cycle, as a reminder to manually reposition
bulky loads midway through the cycle.
Wrinkle Shield™ Option
If you will be unable to remove a load immediately,
touch Wrinkle Shield to add up to 150 minutes of
periodic tumbling to help reduce wrinkling.
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Clean HybridCare™ Filter light
Reminds you to clean the HybridCare™ filter after every
5th cycle. Light will reset after filter is cleaned and filter
is put back in cabinet.
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A
B
C
HybridCare™ Energy OPTIONS
Use to select an available mode for your
dryer. Your HybridCare™ dryer is more
efficient in all modes than your typical dryer.
Speed
This option saves time, but uses more energy.
Balanced
Use this option to blend between cycle time and
energy savings.
Eco
Eco is the default option for all cycles, which
allows you to increase your energy savings by
using a lower heat level. This will increase dry
times.
NOTE: Energy savings may vary across loads
and cycles.
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OPTIONS
Drum Light
D
Touch to turn the LED drum light on or off. The light
will also turn on when the door is open, and turn off
automatically after about 5 minutes.
Cycle Signal
E
Use this to turn the signal indicating the end
of a drying cycle on or off.
NOTE: You may also turn off the tones that sound
when a feature, setting, or option is touched. Touch
and hold Cycle Signal for about one second to turn
sounds on or off.
Control Lock
F
Use to lock the controls of the dryer and avoid
an accidental change in cycle options or preferences
during a drying cycle.
Touch and hold CONTROL LOCK for 3 seconds to
lock or unlock the controls of the dryer. During this
time, the LED Display will count down 3-2-1. Once
the controls are locked, the LED Display will display
“Lc” or “Loc.”
NOTE: The Control Lock function may be enabled
when recovering from a power failure. To unlock the
control, touch and hold CONTROL LOCK for at least
3 seconds.
Cycle Guide – Automatic Cycles
Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that cycle.
If settings are changed, the new settings will be remembered. If there is a power failure, settings will return to the default.
Not all settings and options are available on each cycle.
Use Automatic Cycles for better fabric care and energy savings
The dryer senses moisture in the load or air temperature and shuts off when the load reaches the selected dryness level.
Use the NORMAL dryness level to provide optimal energy savings.
Items
to dry:
Work clothes,
mixed cottons,
corduroys
Jackets,
comforters,
pillows, sheets
Cycle: Temp: Dryness
Level:
Normal
Bulky
Medium
Medium
More
Normal
Less
More
Normal
Less
Default Time
Speed/Eco*:
:53/1:23
1:05/1:35
Energy
Options:
Speed
Balanced
Eco
Speed
Balanced
Eco
Available
Options:
Damp
Dry Signal
Wrinkle
™
Shield
Damp Dry
Signal
Wrinkle
™
Shield
Cycle Details:
Uses Medium heat
to dry large loads of
mixed fabrics and
items.
Use for drying large,
bulky items; do not
overfill dryer drum.
Partway through the
cycle, the signal will
sound to indicate
when it is time to
rearrange items for
optimal drying.
Heavyweight
items, or heavy
work clothes
Heavy Duty
High
More
Normal
Less
1:00/1:30
Speed
Balanced
Eco
Damp
Dry Signal
Wrinkle
™
Shield
Offers stepped
drying starting with
High heat followed
by Medium heat
for enhanced fabric
care and energy
savings.
Large loads of
cotton towels
Towels
High
More
Normal
Less
1:07/1:37
Speed
Balanced
Eco
Damp
Dry Signal
Wrinkle
™
Shield
This is a high
heat cycle. Use
for large loads of
heavyweight fabrics
such as cotton
towels.
Undergarments,
blouses,
lingerie,
performance
wear
Shirts, blouses,
casual wear,
permanent
press,
synthetics,
lightweight
items
Delicates
Casual
Extra
Low
Low
More
Normal
Less
More
Normal
Less
:38/1:08
:50/1:20
Speed
Balanced
Eco
Speed
Balanced
Eco
Damp
Dry Signal
Wrinkle
™
Shield
Damp
Dry Signal
Wrinkle
™
Shield
Uses Extra Low
heat to gently dry
delicate items.
Uses a stepped
drying temperature
from Medium to
Low for improved
moisture removal
and enhanced fabric
care. Casual is the
preferred energy
cycle.
* Shows the range of default times based on Speed or Eco HybridCare™ Energy option selected. Times may vary depending on load
size, cycle, and options selected.
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Cycle Guide – Timed Dry Cycles
Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that cycle. If settings are changed, the new settings will be
remembered (except on Quick Dry). If there is a power failure, settings will return to the default. Not all settings and options
are available on each cycle.
Adjust drying time on Timed Dry Cycles
When you select a Timed Dry Cycle, the time
appears in the display. Use + and – to increase
or decrease the time in 1-minute increments.
Touch and hold to change the time in 5-minute
increments.
Additional time may be added, but the
maximum dry time displayed is 1:40.
Selecting the Temp
A High heat setting may be used for drying heavyweight items
such as towels and work clothes.
A Low to Medium heat setting may be used for drying
medium-weight items such as sheets, blouses, dresses,
underwear, permanent press fabrics, and some knits.
Line dry foam, rubber, plastic, heat-sensitive fabrics, bonded,
or laminated fabrics.
NOTE: If you have questions about drying temperatures for
various loads, refer to the care label directions.
Items
to dry:
Small loads and
sportswear
Any load
NOTE: Line dry
foam, rubber, plastic,
or heat-sensitive
fabrics.
Cycle: Temp: Default
Time:
Quick Dry
Timed Dry
High
Medium
Low
Extra Low
High
Medium
Low
Extra Low
:45
:60
Available
Options:
Speed
Balanced
Eco
Wrinkle Shield
Speed
Balanced
Eco
Wrinkle Shield
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Load Size Recommendations
For best results, follow the wet load size recommendations noted for each cycle.
Cycle Details:
For small loads of 3–4 items.
Use to dry items to a damp level for items that do
not require an entire drying cycle. Select a drying
temperature based on the type of fabrics in your
load. If you are unsure of the temperature to select
for a load, select the lower setting rather than the
higher setting.
Small load: Fill the dryer drum with 3–4 items, not more
than ¼ full.
Medium load: Fill the dryer drum up to about ½ full.
Large load: Fill the dryer drum up to about ¾ full.
Do not pack tightly. Items need to tumble freely.
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Using Your Dryer
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to
persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before
operating this appliance.
1. Clean the lint screen
Clean the lint screen before each load. Pull the lint screen
straight up and out. Press tab down and open lint screen.
Roll lint off the screen with your fingers. Push the lint screen
firmly back into place.
IMPORTANT: Clean lint screen before each dryer use as a
screen blocked with lint will increase drying time.
2. Clean HybridCare™ Filter
Clean the HybridCare™ Filter when light
comes on after every 5 cycles. Open filter
door on bottom of the dryer and grab the
handle to pull out filter. Set filter on the dryer and pull out lint
screen on bottom of filter. Roll lint off screen with fingers and
place back in filter housing. (There maybe some water in the
filter and this is normal.) For additional cleaning information,
see “Dryer Care.”
IMPORTANT: For best drying performance, clean
HybridCare™ Filter after every 5th load. Light will reset
after filter is cleaned and loaded back into filter housing.
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3. Load the dryer
Open the door by pulling on the handle. Place laundry in
the dryer. Add a dryer sheet to wet load if desired. Close
the door.
IMPORTANT: Do not tightly pack the dryer. Items need
to tumble freely. Tightly packing can lead to poor drying
performance and may increase wrinkling and tangling.
4. Touch POWER
Touch POWER to turn on the dryer.
5. Select the desired cycle
6. Adjust cycle settings, if desired
You may adjust different settings, depending on whether you
have selected an Automatic Cycle or Timed Dry Cycle. See the
“Cycle Guide” for detailed information.
NOTE: Not all options and settings are available with all cycles.
Automatic Cycles:
You can select a different dryness level, depending on your
load. Touch DRYNESS LEVEL to scroll to More, Normal, or
Less. Selecting More, Normal, or Less automatically adjusts
the dryness level at which the dryer will shut off. Once a
dryness level is set, it cannot be changed without stopping
the cycle.
Automatic Cycles give the best drying in the shortest time.
Drying time varies based on fabric type, load size, and
dryness setting. Drying time is estimated and may change
throughout the cycle. Drying time cannot be changed on
Automatic Cycles.
NOTE: Automatic Cycles use a preset temperature that is
not adjustable.
Timed Dry Cycles:
When you select a Timed Dry Cycle, the time
appears in the display. Touch + and – to
increase or decrease the time in 1 minute
increments. Touch and hold to change the
time in 5 minute increments.
The temperature may be changed by
pressing Temp until the desired dry
temperature is lit. Once a cycle has started, the temperature
can be changed. Cycle time is estimated and may change
throughout the cycle.
Select the desired cycle for your load. See the “Cycle Guide”
for more information about each cycle.
7. Select HybridCare™ Energy options
The display will show the HybridCare™ Energy Options
for all cycles. To adjust an option, touch its name – Speed,
Balanced, or Eco.
NOTE: All settings and options are not available with
all programs.
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8. Touch and hold START/PAUSE
to begin cycle
Touch and hold START/PAUSE to begin the cycle.
9. Remove garments promptly
after cycle is nished
Promptly remove garments after cycle has completed
to reduce wrinkling.
Cycle Status Indicators
The Cycle Status Indicators show the progress of a cycle.
Clean HybridCare™ Filter
Clean HybridCare™ Filter light comes on after every 5th
cycle. Light will reset after filter is cleaned and loaded back
into dryer cabinet. For additional cleaning information, see
“Dryer Care.”
NOTE: If there are other error issues during a cycle, the
Clean HybridCare™ Filter indicator will not light up. See
“Troubleshooting” section.
Wet
The load is still wet and/or the cycle just started.
Damp
This indicator shows that the load is partially dried and items
that you may wish to hang up or iron while still damp may
be removed.
Cool Down
The dryer has finished drying with heat, and is now tumbling
the load without heat to cool it down and reduce wrinkling.
Done
This will indicate that the selected cycle has ended and
the load may be removed from the dryer. If Wrinkle Shield™
option has been selected, the dryer may continue to tumble
the load, even if the Done indicator is lit.
Sensing
The Sensing indicator will light during Automatic Cycles to
indicate that the moisture sensor on the dryer is operating.
This indicator will not light during Manual Cycles or options
such as Wrinkle Shield.
Wrinkle Shield™ Option
This indicator will light if the Wrinkle Shield™ option has been
selected and is running. The dryer will periodically tumble
the load for up to 150 minutes after the cycle has ended.
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Additional Features
Dryer Care
USING THE DRYING RACK
To purchase a drying rack for your dryer, see “Accessories”
section for more information. You will need your model and
serial number and the purchase date. Remove and discard
any packing material before use.
Use the Drying Rack for items that you do not want to
tumble dry, such as sweaters and tennis shoes. When you
use the drying rack, the drum continues to turn, but the rack
remains stationary.
The drying rack is intended for use with the Manual Dry/
Timed Dry cycles only. The drying rack cannot be used
with Automatic cycles.
To use the drying rack:
IMPORTANT: Do not remove the lint screen.
1. Open dryer door.
2. Align the two hooks on the front of the drying rack with
the holes in the dryer door opening and press down fully
into holes. Rest the rear support on the dryer back ledge.
CLEANING THE DRYER LOCATION
Keep dryer area clear and free from items that would
block the airflow for proper dryer operation. This includes
clearing piles of laundry in front of the dryer.
CLEANING THE DRYER INTERIOR
To clean dryer drum:
1. Use a mild hand dish detergent mixed at a low
concentration with very warm water, and rub with
a soft cloth.
2. Rinse well with a wet sponge or towel.
3. Tumble a load of clean clothes or towels to dry drum
OR
Use a microfiber cloth and hot water in a spray bottle
to clean the drum and a second microfiber towel to dry.
NOTE: Garments that contain unstable dyes, such as
denim blue jeans or brightly colored cotton items, may
discolor the rear of the dryer interior. These stains are
not harmful to your dryer and will not stain future loads
of clothes. Dry unstable dye items inside out to avoid
transfer of dye.
3. Place wet items on top of the drying rack. Allow space
around items for air to circulate. The drying rack does
not move, but the drum will rotate; be sure to leave
adequate clearance between items and the inside of
the dryer drum. Make sure items do not hang over the
edges or between drying rack grille.
4. Close the door.
5. Select a Timed Dry, or Low Temperature cycle. Items
containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be dried on a
clothesline.
6. When the cycle is selected, the Estimated Time
Remaining display shows the default time. You can
change the actual time in the cycle by increasing or
decreasing the cycle time.
7. Start the dryer.
NOTE: Check the lint screen and remove any lint
accumulated from items dried on the drying rack
after the cycle is finished.
REMOVING ACCUMULATED LINT
From Inside the Dryer Cabinet
Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often,
depending on dryer usage. Cleaning should be done
by a qualified appliance servicer.
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