UseAndCare A Note to You.. ...................... 2 Dryer Safety ....................... 3-4 Parts and Features .............. .5 Operating Your Dryer.. ........ .6 Before starting your dryer . .. 6 Starting your dryer . . . .. .. . .. .. . . 6 Stopping/restarting your dryer . . . .. .. . .. .. . . . .. .. . .. .. . .. . 6 Selecting the right cycle and setting . .. .. .. . .. . . . .. .. .. . .. .. . . 7 End-of-Cycle signal . .. .. .. . .. . 11 Using End-of-Cycle signal and FINISH GUARD’ feature . .. . ...
- I _--. A Note to You Thank you for buying a Whirlpool@ appliance. Because your life is getting busier and more complicated, Whirlpool dryers are easy to use, save time, and help you manage your home better. To ensure that you enjoy years of troublefree operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It contains valuable information about how to operate and maintain your dryer properly and safely. Please read it carefully.
- Dryer Safety Your safety is important to us. This guide contains safety statements under warning symbols. Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explanation of the use of the symbol. IMPORTANT SAFETY This symbol will help alert you to such dangers as personal injury, burns, fire and electrical shock. INSTRUCTIONS explosion, or to prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
Imt3ortant Safetv Instructions To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons when using your dryer, follow basic precautions, including the following: Read all instructions before using your dryer. l Dryer must be electrically grounded. See the Installation Instructions. l Do not machine wash or machine dry items cleaned, washed, soaked in, or spotted with wax, paint, gasoline, oil, dry cleaning solvents or other flammable fluids. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion.
Parts and Features The parts and features of your dryer are illustrated below. Become familiar with all parts and features before using your dryer. Page references are included next to some features. Refer to those pages for more information about the features. 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 may not include all features. (pp.
Operating Your Dryer The information in this section helps you learn to use your dryer efficiently and safely. Refer to “Laundry Tips” on page 17 for additional information on sorting, loading and drying most types of washables. Before starting your dryer Before using your dryer, wipe the dryer drum with a damp cloth to remove dust from storing and shipping. Starting Your dryer may have a Dryer Features Guide (usually located on top of the dryer). Remove it and place it with your Use and Care Guide.
Selecting the right cycle The following pages describe the cycles on your dryer. Refer to the charts on pages 9-10 for help in selecting drying cycles. Drying l l l l l l guidelines Always follow care labels directions when they are available. To dry delicate fabrics, rubber, plastic, and heat-sensitive fabrics, always use the Fluff Air cycle or dry these items on a line or rack (see page 10). The last few minutes of all cycles are without heat to make the load easier to handle.
Fluff Air Cycle (on some models) The Fluff Air cycle has no heat. Use this unheated cycle to fluff or air dry bedding, plastic tablecloths, foam pillows, sneakers, etc. See the Warning and the chart on page 10 for more information about the Fluff Air cycle. NOTE: If your model does not have the Flufl Air cycle, line dry heat-sensitive items.
Drying cycles chart Use the chart below to guide you when making drying selections. The chart suggests heat settings and drying times for various loads. l NOTES: l l l Use an Automatic cycle to dry most loads. Use a Timed cycle only if the recommended Automatic cycle is not available. TYPE OF LOAD If some types of loads in the chart have more than one suggested temperature setting, choose the lowest setting available on your dryer. Always follow care label directions when they are available.
Fluff Air cycle or line drying The chart below includes examples of items that require drying without heat. Use the Fluff Air cycle (if available on your dryer model), or place the items on a line or rack to air dry. NOTES: l l l Heat-sensitive fabrics should not be dried in the dryer. Line dry bonded or laminated fabrics. Always follow care label directions when they are available. Fire Hazard Do not dry heat-sensitive fabrics, plastic, rubber, or some stuffed items with heat.
End-of-Cycle (on some signal models) The dryer sounds a signal to let you know when the cycle is .\A finished. The signal is helpful when you are drying permanent press, synthetics, and l!iJ other items that should be removed from the dryer as soon as it stops. l l On some dryers, the end-of-cycle signal is not adjustable. On other dryers, the end-of-cycle signal can be turned On or Off by a selector.
Using the drying (on some models) rack The drying rack lets you dry items that you may not want to tumble. The rack does not move, but the drum turns. 1. Fit rear legs of the rack into indentations in the back wall of the dryer. NOTES: See the chart below for suggested cycles and settings for the different types of items that might best be rack dried. l The rack must be removed for normal tumbling. l Drying time will depend on how much moisture the items hold.
Caring for Your Dryer Proper care of your dryer can extend its life. This section explains how to care for your dryer properly and safely. Cleaning Every load the lint screen cleaning 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. To clean: 1. Open the lid and pull the lint screen straight out. As needed Laundry detergents and fabric softeners can cause a residue buildup on the lint screen.
Cleaning the dryer interior Garments which contain unstable dyes, such as denim blue jeans or brightly colored cotton items, may discolor the dryer interior. Explosion Hazard Turn off the electrical power before cleaning the dryer interior. l Make sure the dryer is cool. l Use nonflammable cleaner. Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or injury, fire or explosion. To clean dryer drum: 1. Make a paste with detergent and very l warm water. 2.
- Removing accumulated Lint can gather inside the dryer and be a fuel for fire. Lint should 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 or comments, please call our Consumer Assistance Center at 1-800-253-l 301. lint Electrical Shock Hazard l l l l Unplug the power supply cord or turn off the electriial power before removing dryer panels. Make sure the dryer is cool. Dryer parts can have sharp edges.
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 Remove screws before opening top 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 corner (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).
Laundry Tips This section provides information on preparing clothes for drying, drying guidelines, instructions for drying special-care items. NOTES: Refer to your washer Use and Care Guide for proper washing techniques laundry tips. l See pages 3 and 4 of this book for Important Safety Information. l Sorting l l l Separate dark from light a colors; colorfast from noncolorfast. Items properly sorted for washing are usually properly sorted for ltci drying.
Using dryer fabric softeners Dryer fabric softeners are recommended for reducing static cling and for softening fabrics. Always follow package instructions carefully. l Put one fabric softener sheet on top of the load before starting the dryer. Do not add a fabric softener sheet after the cycle has started. Instant heat can cause the fabric softener to spot fabrics. Saving l l l l l Remove fabric softener stains by wetting the stains and rubbing them with liquid detergent or bar soap and rewash.
Drying special-care items Most garments and household textiles have manufacturer’s care labels with laundering instructions. Always follow care label directions when they are available. Pages 9 and 10 include drying instructions for most types of washables. The chart below provides drying instructions for special-care washables. ITEMS DRYING INSTRUCTIONS Blankets and woolens Machine drying knitted woolens is not recommended. Block to shape when wet and allow to air dry.
ITEMS DRYING INSTRUCTIONS Napped items Dry separately or with similar colors to avoid lint transfer. Follow care label instructions. 1. Remove from dryer while there is still a trace of moisture. 2. Smooth, reshape and air dry before putting away. l Corduroy, velveteen Quilted, downfilled items Follow care label instructions. 1. Dry one at a time. 2. Remove from dryer and shake or fluff the item during the drying cycle. 3. Smooth and reshape before putting away.
Troubleshooting Most laundering problems are easily solved if you understand the cause. Check the following list for laundry problems you may have and their possible causes. Also refer to the next page for a dryer checklist which can help you solve some simple problems without calling for service. If you still need help, see “Requesting Assistance or Service” on page 23. Common laundry problems PROBLEM CAUSE Greasy spots l Dryer fabric softener improperly used.
Common dryer problems Before calling for service, check these: q Is the power cord plugged in? Have you blown a fuse or tripped the circuit breaker? For gas dryers, are the valves open on the dryer and the supply line? Is the dryer door firmly closed? Are the controls set in an ON position? r!kId Did you firmly push the Start Button? Is lint screen clogged with lint? q Is exhaust duct or outside exhaust hood clogged with lint? Is the dryer making noise? Is there a thumping sound from support
Setiice - Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting” on pages 21-22. lt may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below. 1. If you need assistance* ... Call the Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number. Dial toll-free from anywhere in the U.S.A.: H l-800-253-1301 w and talk with one of our trained consultants.
Index This index is alphabetical. page number. Look for the word or phrase you want, and then look for the PAGE TOPIC AIR DRYING ............................................ AUTOMATIC cycles ................................... 10 FLUFF AIR cycle ........................................ 8 7 HEAVY DRY cycle ..................................... 8 CARE/CLEANING Dryer interior ......................................... Lint screen ............................................ Vacation .................
- -- - WHIRLPOOL@ Dryer Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FSPQ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpool service company. WILL NOT PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase WHIRLPOOL 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 light bulbs. B.
