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Use & Care Guide
Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien
ELECTRONIC DRYER
SÉCHEUSE ÉLECTRONIQUE
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TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE DE MATIÈRES DRYER SAFETY .......................................................................2 SÉCURITÉ DE LA SÉCHEUSE ...............................................19 ACCESSORIES ........................................................................4 ACCESSOIRES ......................................................................21 CHECK YOUR VENT SYSTEM FOR GOOD AIRFLOW ............5 VÉRIFICATION D’UNE CIRCULATION D’AIR ADÉQUATE POUR LE SYSTÈME D’ÉVACUATION .
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IMPORTANT: When discarding or storing your old clothes dryer, remove the door. 3
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ACCESSORIES Enhance your new washer and dryer with the following Worksurface genuine Whirlpool accessories. For more information The worksurface bridges the washer on options and ordering, call 1-800-901-2042, or visit us and dryer, and provides a convenient at: www.whirlpool.com/accessories. In Canada, call working and storage area. 1-800-807-6777 or visit us at www.whirlpoolparts.ca 15" Pedestal Color-matched pedestals raise the washer and dryer to a more comfortable working height.
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CHECK YOUR VENT SYSTEM FOR GOOD AIRFLOW Maintain good airflow by: n Cleaning your lint screen before each load. n Replace plastic or foil vent material with 4" (102 mm) diameter heavy, rigid vent material. n Use the shortest length of vent possible. n Use no more than four 90° elbows in a vent system; each bend and curve reduces airflow. Good Better Good airflow Along with heat, dryers require good airflow to efficiently dry laundry. Proper venting will reduce your drying times and
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CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES Not all features and cycles are available on all models. 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. 9-Cycle Models 4 2 3 1 A B C 5 7-Cycle Models 4 2 3 1 B C 5 6-Cycle Models 4 2 1 3 C 5 6
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5 1 POWER OPTIONS Touch to turn the dryer on and off. Touch to stop/cancel Use to select available options for your dryer. Not all a cycle at any time. cycles and options are available on all models. Drum Light (on some models) A 2 CYCLE CONTROL KNOB Touch to turn the LED drum light on or off. The light Use your dryer’s cycle control knob to select available will also turn on when the door is open, and turn off cycles on your dryer. Turn the knob to select a cycle automatically after ab
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CYCLE GUIDE — AUTOMATIC CYCLES Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that cycle. Not all features and cycles are available on all models. 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: Cycle: Drying D
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CYCLE GUIDE — MANUAL CYCLES Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that cycle. Not all features and cycles are available on all models. Not all settings and options are available on each cycle. Selecting the Drying Temperature 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
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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. 3. Touch POWER 1. Clean the lint screen Touch POWER to turn on the dryer. 4. Select the desired cycle Clean the lint screen before each load. Pull the lint screen straight up. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers. Do not rinse or wash screen to remove lint. Wet lint is hard to remove. Push the lint screen firmly back into
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5. Adjust cycle settings, if desired 7. Touch and hold START/PAUSE to begin cycle Touch and hold START/PAUSE to begin the cycle. Appearance may vary. You may adjust different settings, depending on whether you 8. Remove garments promptly have selected an Automatic Cycle, Manual Cycle, or Steam after cycle is finished Cycle (on some models). See the “Cycle Guide” for detailed information. NOTE: Not all options and settings are available with all cycles. Not all cycles are on all models.
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CYCLE STATUS INDICATORS ADDITIONAL FEATURES USING THE DRYING RACK To obtain a drying rack for your dryer, order by calling 1-877-944-7566. 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 Appearance may vary. use the drying rack, the drum continues to turn, but the rack The Cycle Status Indicators show the pro
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DRYER CARE CLEANING THE LINT SCREEN Every load cleaning CLEANING THE DRYER LOCATION The lint screen is located in the door opening of the dryer. Keep dryer area clear and free from items that would The control panel has an indicator light to remind you to block the airflow for proper dryer operation. This includes clean the lint screen after each load. A screen blocked clearing piles of laundry in front of the dryer. by lint can increase drying time. To clean: 1. Pull the lint screen stra
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NON-USE, STORAGE, AND MOVING CARE SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR STEAM MODELS Install and store your dryer where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in the hose, freezing can damage Water Inlet Hose your dryer. If storing or moving your dryer during freezing Replace inlet hose and hose screen after 5 years of use weather, winterize it. to reduce the risk of hose failure. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hose if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks Non-Use or Storage Care are f
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TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/product_help – In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call. If you experience Possible Causes Solution Dryer Operation Dryer will not run Make sure the dryer door is closed completely. Door not closed completely. Touch and hold START/PAUSE 2–5 seconds. START/PAUSE not touched firmly or held long enough. Household fuse is blown or circuit There may be 2 household
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TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/product_help – In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call. If you experience Possible Causes Solution Dryer Results (cont.) Clothes are not drying The load is too large and heavy Separate the load to tumble freely. satisfactorily or drying to dry quickly. times are too long (cont.) Fabric softener sheets are blocking The air outlet grille is just inside the doo
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TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/product_help – In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call. If you experience Possible Causes Solution Dryer Results (cont.) Recent painting, staining, or Odors Ventilate the area. When the odors or fumes are gone from varnishing in the area where your the area, rewash and dry the clothing. dryer is located. For steam cycles, the water is not Make sure water is
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WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION LAUNDRY WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is installed, operated, and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation or Whirlpool Canada LP (hereafter “Whirlpool”) will pay for Factory Specified Replacement Parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship that existed when this major appliance was purchased. YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMED
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SÉCURITÉ DE LA SÉCHEUSE 19
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IMPORTANT : Pour mettre l’ancienne sécheuse au rebut ou pour la remiser, enlever la porte. 20
