UseAndCare . III A Uote To You 2 Ut rderstanding Safety 3 Knowing Your Dryer’s Features 5 Operating Your Dryer 6 $hrg For Your 11 La undry Tips 15 tf ‘r’ou Need A!tistance 01. Service 21 VUarranty 24 1-800-253-I 301 CalI us with questions or comments. ELECTRIC AND GAS DRVERS PART NO.
A Note To You Thank you for buying an Estate” appliance. You have purchased a quality, world-class home appliance. Year:; of engineering experience have gone into its manufacturing. Use this Use and Care Guide to safe y and efficiently operate and maintain your appliance. Complete and mail the Ownership Registration Card provided with your appliance. This will help us notify you about any new information on your appliance. Your safety is important to us.
Understanding Safety For your safety the informaticn in this manual must be followed to minimize the ri Sk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damagla, personal injury or -Do not store or use gasoline or other flammal)le vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. -WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS: l l l l l Do not try to light any appliance. Do not touch any electrical switch; do not u!;e any phone in your building. Clear the room, building or area of all occupants.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shcck, or injury to persons when using your dryer, follow basic precautic ns, including the following: l l l l l l Read all instructions before using your dryer. Do not machine wash or machine dry items cleaned, washed, soaked in, or spotted with wax, paint, gasoline, oil, dry cleaning solvents, and other flammable fluids. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion.
Knowing Your Dryer‘s Features The parts and features of your dryer are illustrated below. Become’ familiar with all parts and features before using your dryer. NOTE: The drawings in this book may vary from your dryer model They are designed to show the different features of all models covered by this book. Your model r lay not include all features.
Operating In This Before Your Dryfer Section starting Starting your dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Stopping your dryer . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . .. 6 Rertartfng Page Paw your dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Undersbmting Selecting ye bur cyclec the rigi .. ... . .... .... ... .... .... .... . 7 It cycle .. .... .... .... ... .... ...
Understanding your cycles See the chart below for descriptions of the cycles that are on your dryer. See page 9 for help in selecting the right cycle. NOTES: Use the Energy Preferred Automatic Setting (9) to dry most loads. l The last few minutes of all cycles are without heat to make the load easier to handle. l CYCLES (cycle names may vary with model) Automatic l l To help redt. ce wrinkling, remove the load from the dtylsr as soon as tumbling stops.
CYCLES (cycle names may vary with model) Air cycle CYi:LE CONTROL KNOB (settiirlgs may vary with model) (no heat) The Air cycle is unheated. Use this cycle to fluff or air dry bedding, plastic tablecloths, foam pillows, sneakers, etc. See Warning on page 9. Using the Damp Dry cycle (on some models) Use this cycle to dry items to damp level or to dry damp items that do not require an entire drying cycle.
Selecting the right cycle Use the chart below to guide you when making drying selections. Use a timed cycle only if the recommended automatic cycle is not available on your dryer. (Your model may have cycles with one or two temperature settings.) l Do not overdry. Overdying can cause shrinkage, static cling, and damage to some fabrics.
End of cycle signal (on some model@ 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 taken out as soon as the dryer stops. The signal is not adjustable but can be turned off (on some models). If your model has an End of Cycle Signal selector: l Turn the Start Button (End of Cycle Signal Selector) to ON if you desire a signal; turn to OFF if you do not desire a signal.
Caring In This For Your Dq,fer Section Maintenance-every Paw load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Maintenance-as n&a Dryers require regular maintenance. Follow the suggestions belovr to maintain your dryer properly. Maintenance-every Cleaning the lint load screen The lint screen is located under a lid on top of the dryer. Clean it before each load. A screen blocked by lint can increase drying time.
Maintenance-as needed Use the following suggestions about cleaning and lint removal to maintain your dryer and keep it operating efficiently. Cleaning a clogged lint screen Laundry detergents and fabric softeners can cause a residue build-up on the lint screen. A clogged lint screen can extend drying times. Clean the lint screen every six months or more frequently if it becomes clogged due to a residue build-up. Use the following method: 1. Wet both sides of lint screen with hot water. 2.
Removing accumulated lint Lint can gather inside the dryer and be a fuel for fire. It is recommended that lint be removed every 2 to 3 years, or more often, depending on dryer usage. Cleaning should be done by a qualified person. If you have any questions, please call our Consumer Assistance Center at l-800-253-1 301. Electrical Shock and Personal H8ZNd Unplug the power supply cord or turn off the electric al power before removing dryer pane s. l Make sure the dryer is cool.
If your dryer Is gas and has a full front panel, remove front panel as follows 1. Unplug the power supply cord or turn off the electrical power. 2. Open lint screen lid. Remove two screws from lint screen area. 3. Open top by pulling forward and up at each front comer (see View A). Rest raised top against wall behind dryer (top is hinged at rear). 4. Remove two internal screws from front panel flanges (near top front corners). Lift front panel slightly, lifting off lower clips (see View B).
Laundry In This I Tips Section you dry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Drying wial-care item8 ............................... Using dryer fabric softenera Page Paw Before .16 ............................ 18 Saving energy Vacation Solving ,. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 care .,, .............................................. launder mg problem. I 16 ....
Drying special-care items Most garments and household textiles have care labels with launl:lering instructions. Always follow label directions when they are available. General drying instructio’ is for some special washables are included in this section.
Curtalns, slipcovers l l l Draperies, slipcovers Sheers, some synthetic curtains Bonded or laminated fabrics Diapers, clothes Elastic baby Items Remove drapery weights and hooks before laundering. For slipcovers, replace while still slightly damp. They will dry to fit tightly. Dry only a few minutes. 1. Leave room in dryer for load to fluff. 2. Remove from dryer while slightly damp Do not overdry. Dry only a few minutes. Line dry these items.
Select cycle according to fabric type. Some towels, particularly those made of a blend of synthetic fibers and natural fibers (polyester and cotton blends), may shed more lint than o’her towels causing your dryer’s lint screen to get full faster. Be sure to remove lint from the dryer lint screen before and after drying new towela ,. Towels Washable Using knits Do not overdry knits. Overdrying can cau:i e shrinking and static cling. 1. Select cycle according to fabric and colistruction. 2.
Solving laundering problems Most laundering problems are easily solved. Check the following list for problems you may have and possible causes. If you need additional help, check the ‘Assistance or Service” section of this book. PROBLEM Greasy spots Lint CHECK IF C; rUSES/SOLUTIONS Dryer fabric softeners were used Follow manulacturer’s directions carefully. Undiluted washer fabric softener was used Dilute fabric softener before adding to the final rinser.
PROBLEM Shrlnklng Slow drying Static electrktty 20 CHECK IF C IAUSE~~LUTI~NS Items are overdried Remove ittlms while there is still a trace of moisture. Some items should be removed w bile damp, then shaped and air dried. Fabric type and quality is suitable for drying Some knits are stretched during manufacturing. Washing and drying returns them to the original size. This is normal. Check quality of g arment before buying. Follow fabric care label directions carefully.
If You Need Assistance Or Service 1. Before calling for assistance ... q - Is the power cord plugged in? ,.. Is lint screen clogged with lint? Pil - Is exhaust duct or outside exhaust hood cloggel:I with lint? Have you blown a fuse or tripped the circuit bre;llker’? If you need more help, check the chart below.
2. If you need assistance* ... Call mu tou-fros numbsr. Dlal tolwes tmm anywllue hl ubs U.S.A.: 1-8m252-1301 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.
ESTATE” Dryer Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY1 FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANlY From Date of Purchase WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR ,I FSP replacement parts and repair Iti bor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service m ,~stbe provided by an authorized WhirlpoolSM service comp; wny. WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR A. Service calls to: 1. Correct the installation of your dryer. 2. Instruct you how to use your dryer. 3. Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing. 4. Replace owner accessible light bulbs.
