HOW TO MPXE A HOME RUN.” - UseAndCare A Note to You . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .2 . . . .. .. . .. . . . . . .3-4 Dryer Safety 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 Caring for Your Dryer . ..I0 Laundry Tips . . . . . . . .. . .
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 trouble-free 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 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 fire electrical shock burns ’ 1 and personal iijury.
IMPORTANT ------------ SAFETY --- -- - *Read all instructions before using your dryer. *Dryer must be electrically grounded. See the Installation Instructions. ~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. Always hand wash and line dry items containing these materials. ADO not wash or dry items that are soiled with vegetable or cooking oil.
Parts and 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 may not include all features.
Operating Your Dryer The information in this section helps you learn to use your dryer efficiently and safely. Refer to “Laundry Tips” on page 13 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 1. Load clothes into the dryer and close the door. 3. Push the Start Button 2.
End of cycle signal The dryer sounds a signal to let you know when the cycle is finished. The signal is not adjustable and cannot be turned off. 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. Selecting the right cycle and setting The following pages describe the cycles on your dryer. Refer to the chart on page 9 for help in selecting drying cycles.
Timed Cycle(s) Use a Timed cycle to complete drying if some items are damp after Automatic drying. Timed drying is also useful for: l Delicate items and small loads that need a short drying time. l Bulky items and large loads that require a long drying time. II , LDR3822D LER3622D LGR3622D LDR3822D LER3622D LGR3622D Air Cycle The Air cycle has no heat. Use this unheated cycle to fluff or air dry bedding, plastic tablecloths, foam pillows, sneakers, etc.
Selecting the right cycle and setting TYPE OF LOAD COlTONS AND LINENS Extra Heavy-Bedspreads, mattress pads, quilts Heavyweight-Towels, jeans, corduroys, work clothes MEDIUM WEIGHT-Sheets, cotton underwear, diapers Lightweight-Batistes, organdies, lingerie PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS AND BLENDS Heavyweight-Work clothes, jackets, raincoats MEDIUM WEIGHT-Shirts, play clothes, sheets, slacks Lightweight-Lingerie, blouses, dresses KNITS Heavyweight-Cottons, rayons, blends, T-shirts, slacks, shirts Medium we
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 inside the dryer drum, on the back wall. Clean it before each load. A screen blocked by lint can increase drying time. To clean: 1. Open the door and pull the lint screen straight out. ody of lint screen lightly while pulling the cover off. 3. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers.
Cleaning the dryer interior Garments which contain unstable dyes, such as denim blue jeans or brightly colored cotton items, may discolor the dryer interior. To clean 1. Make warm 2. Apply dryer drum: a paste with detergent and very water. paste to a soft cloth and scrub area until all excess dye is removed. Explosion Hazard Turn off the electrical power before cleaning the dryer interior. Make sure the dryer is cool. Use nonflammable cleaner.
Removing accumulated Lint can gather inside the dryer and be a fuel for fire. Lint should be removed every two to three 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. For all electric dryers, or gas dryers 1. Unplug the power supply cord or turn off the electrical power. 2. Electric dryers: Remove back panel using a hex-head screwdriver (l/4 inch).
Laundry Tips This section provides information on preparing clothes for drying, drying guidelines, instructions for drying special-care items. NOTES: l 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. Sorting Separate dark from light colors; colorfast from non-colorfast. Items a properly sorted for washing are usually properly sorted for 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 drying cycle has started. Instant heat can cause the fabric softener to spot fabrics. Saving 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. Page 9 includes drying instructions for most types of washables. The chart below provides drying instructions for special-care washables.
_-.-- ___- -- ..__..__-__-.--...--I..DRYING INSTRUCTIONS --i%MS -___ Flame-retardant j finishes Some items have been treated with a flame-retardant finish to improve their resistance to burning. Such items are clearly labeled. To retain flame-retardant qualities through continuous use and washing, clean and dry according to the manufacturer’s instructions. I-~_--..----. -__---- -..- - .._.-- --.--Napped items Dry separately or with similar colors to avoid lint transfer. Follow care label instructions.
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 19. Common laundry ‘ROBLEM sreasy spots -int problems CAUSE l Dryer fabric softener improperly used.
Common dryer problems Before calling for service, check these: Is the dryer door firmly closed? Are the controls set in an ON position? Did you firmly push the Start Button? Is lint screen clogged with lint? Is the power cord plugged in? Have you blown a fuse or tripped the circuit breaker? Is exhaust duct or outside exhaust hood clogged with lint? For gas dryers, are the valves open on the dryer and the supply line? Is the dryer making noise? Is there a thumping sound from support rollers indic
Reauestina Assistance Serbice - or Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting” on pages 17-l 8. It 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.: w 1-800-253-l 301 El and talk with one of our trained consultants.
WHIRLPOOL” Dryer Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP@ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpool service company. WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR 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 light bulbs. B.