Whirlpool 3RLER5437 User manual

8528094

Installation Instructions

Electric Dryer

IMPORTANT:

Read and save these

instructions.

Installer: Leave Installation Instructions with

homeowner.

Homeowner: Keep Installation Instructions

for future reference. For best

performance, install dryer according to

Installation Instructions. Failure to

complete installation as instructed

could void warranty.

Save Installation Instructions for local

inspector’s use.

Introduction

This appliance must be installed in accordance with the rules in force,

and used only in a sufficiently ventilated space. Consult instructions

before installation and use of this appliance.

Have questions about your dryer?

Call your dealer or local authorised service company.

When you call, you will need the dryer model number and serial

number. Both numbers are on the model/serial

rating plate located in the door well behind the

dryer door and on front of opening.

Record the numbers here for handy reference:

Model No.

Serial No.

for models:

3RLER5437

3RLEQ8000

3RLEC8646

WARNING: If the information in this

manual is not followed exactly, a

fire or explosion may result causing

property damage, personal injury or

death.

Do Not store or use gasoline, or

other flammable vapours and

liquids in the vicinity of this or any

other appliance.

Before you start... VentingTools and materials

needed for

installation...

Parts supplied for

installation...

Parts needed for

installation...

You can be killed or seriously

injured if you don’t follow

instructions.

DANGER

Your safety and the safety of

others are very important.

We have provided many important

safety messages in this manual

and on your appliance. Always

read and obey all safety

messages.

All safety messages will tell you

what the potential hazard is, tell you

how to reduce the chance of injury,

and tell you what can happen if the

instructions are not followed.

You can be killed or seriously

injured if you don’t immediately

follow instructions.

WARNING

This is the safety alert

symbol.

This symbol alerts you to

potential hazards that can kill or

hurt you and others.

All safety messages will follow the

safety alert symbol and either the

word “DANGER” or “WARNING”.

These words mean:

• level

• gloves

• 20 to 30 cm (8" or l0") adjustable

wrench that opens to 2.5 cm (1")

• flat-blade screwdriver

• safety glasses

• 1/4" nut driver or socket wrench

• caulking gun and compound

• knife

• duct tape

• 1" hex-head socket wrench

• tin snips

4 leveling legs

Remove parts

package from dryer

drum. Check that all

parts were included.

Check local codes, and read electrical

and venting requirements before

purchasing parts.

Fire Hazard

Use a heavy metal vent.

Do not use a plastic vent.

Do not use a metal foil vent.

Failure to follow these instructions

can result in death or fire.

WARNING

Vent system

100 mm (4") metal exhaust vent must

be used.

Exhaust hood

Do Not use exhaust hoods with

magnetic latches.

10,2 cm

(4") 10,2 cm

(4") 6,4 cm

(2-1/2")

Preferred Acceptable

Floors sloped greater than 2.5 cm

(1 inch):

Require Extended Dryer Feet Kit, Part

No. 279810 available for purchase

from your dealer.

Dryer location and

dimensions

Explosion Hazard

Keep flammable materials and

vapors, such as gasoline, away

from dryer.

Place dryer at least 45.7 cm

(18 inches) above the floor for a

garage installation.

Failure to do so can result in

death, explosion, or fire.

WARNING

The dryer door

extends 35.6 cm

(14") from the

front of the

dryer when fully

opened.

74.3 cm

(29-1/4")

terminal block cover

power supply

cord/cable

strain relief

109.5 cm

(43-1/8")

27.9 cm

(11")

Dimensions shown with feet extended 2.5 cm (1") from bottom of dryer.

97.2 cm

(38-1/4")

68.6 cm (27")

35.6 cm

(14")

left or right

side exhaust

back

exhaust

10.8 cm

(4-1/4")

26 cm

(10-1/4")

35.9 cm

(14-1/8")

10.2 cm

(4")

Exhaust dimensions

For proper drying performance:

The location must provide:

• Protection from weather and

water: Do not store or use dryer

where it will be exposed to water and

weather.

• Room temperature above 7°C

(45°F): If room temperature is below

7°C (45°F), automatic cycles may not

shut off.

• Level floor: Maximum slope under

entire dryer should not be more than

2.5 cm (I inch). If slope is greater

than 2.5 cm (1 inch), install Extended

Dryer Feet Kit, Part No. 2798l0.

Clothes may not tumble properly and

automatic sensor cycles may not

operate correctly if dryer is not level.

• Sturdy floor to support dryer weight

of 79.4 kg (175 pounds).

• Air supply: It is important to make

sure the room has an adequate air

supply for drying operation.The

operation of this appliance may affect

the operation of other gas appliances

which take their air supply for safe

combustion from the same room. If in

doubt consult the appliance

manufacturers.

• Exhaust to outdoors: Dryer must

be exhausted outdoors to prevent

large amounts of lint and moisture

from accumulating and to maintain

drying efficiency.

It is the installer's responsibility to:

• Observe all governing codes and

ordinances.

• Check code requirements: Some

codes limit or do not permit

installation of clothes dryers in

garages, closets, mobile homes or

sleeping quarters. Contact your local

building inspector.

• Comply with the installation

specifications and dimensions.

• Consider spacing requirements for

companion appliances.

• Properly install dryer.

• Check that you have everything

necessary; for proper installation.

• Contact a competent installer to

ensure that the electrical installation

meets all national and local codes

and ordinances.

This installation must also conform

with all national and local codes and

ordinances.

Door clearance

Location must be large enough to fully

open dryer door.

Important: Observe all governing

codes and ordinances.

This dryer is supplied without an

electric cord and plug. It must be

connected by a competent electrician

to a single-phase electricity supply at

the voltage shown on the dataplate,

using a suitable fixed wiring

installation in accordance with local

and national wiring regulations. A

3-wire circular cord of minimum

conductor size 2.5mm2cross-section

area should be used. A 30A supply

fuse should be used, and a switch with

a minimum contact separation of 3mm

in both poles must be incorporated

into the fixed wiring for dryer

disconnection. A cord clamp bush is

provided on the dryer, and should be

tightened on completion of wiring.The

electrical mains terminals are located

behind the small rear access panel

(terminal block cover), and

connections should be made in

accordance with the terminal

markings. Remember to replace the

terminal access panel (terminal block

cover).

If codes permit and an additional

earth bond wire is used, it is

recommended that a competent

electrician determine that the earth

bond path is adequate.

Fire Hazard

Use a heavy metal vent.

Do not use a plastic vent.

Do not use a metal foil vent.

Failure to follow these instructions

can result in death or fire.

WARNING

Exhaust requirements An exhaust hood should cap the

exhaust vent to prevent exhausted air

from returning to the dryer.

Exhaust outlet hood

must be at least 30.5

cm (12 inches) from

the ground or any

object that may be in

the path of the exhaust

(such as flowers, rocks

or bushes, etc.).

If using an existing exhaust system

clean lint from entire length of system

and make sure exhaust hood is not

plugged with lint. Replace any plastic

or foil vent with rigid metal or flexible

metal vent.

Use 100 mm (4") clamps to seal all

joints. Do Not use screws to secure

vent.

Service check: Back pressure in any

exhaust system used must not exceed

15.2 mm (0.6 inches) in water column

measured with an incline manometer

at the point that exhaust vent connects

to dryer.

• Do Not use non-metal flexible vent,

metal vent that is smaller than

100 mm (4") in diameter or exhaust

hoods with magnetic latches.

• Do Not exhaust dryer into a chimney,

furnace, cold air vent, attic or crawl

space, or any other vent used for

venting.

• Do Not install flexible vent in

enclosed walls, ceilings or floors.

Important: Observe all governing

codes and ordinances.

Exhaust your dryer to the outside.

Moisture and lint indoors may cause:

• Lint to gather around the dryer where

it can be fuel for a fire.

• Moisture damage to woodwork,

furniture, paint, wallpaper, carpet etc.

• Housecleaning problems and health

problems.

10 cm (four-inch) diameter vent is

required for best performance.

Rigid or flexible metal exhaust vent

must be used. Do Not use a plastic or

a foil vent.

Rigid metal vent is recommended to

prevent crushing and kinking.

Flexible metal vent must be fully

extended and supported when the

dryer is in its final position. Remove

excess flexible vent to avoid sagging

and kinking that may result in reduced

air flow.

30.5 cm

(12") min.

57.8 cm

(22-3/4")

57.8 cm

(22-3/4") 9.8 cm (3-7/8")

48.9 cm

(19-1/8")

Electrical

requirements

Route the vent

The exhaust outlet is located at the

centre of the rear of the dryer.

The exhaust vent can be routed up

down, left, right or straight out the

back of the dryer.

better

exhaust air flow

good

When using elbows or making

turns, allow as much room as

possible. Bend vent gradually to avoid

kinking.

6.4 cm

(2-1/2")

Acceptable —

10.2 cm

(4")

10.2 cm

(4")

Preferred —

Maximum length of

10.2 cm (4") diameter metal vent

When you have a 10.2 cm (4") hood

Number of

90° elbows

Rigid

15.8 m (52 ft.)

13.4 m (44 ft.)

11.0 m (36 ft.)

8.2 m (27 ft.)

6.1 m (20 ft.)

Flexible

(fully extended)

9.4 m (31 ft.)

7.9 m (26 ft.)

6.7 m (22 ft.)

6.1 m (20 ft.)

5.5 m (18 ft.)

Maximum length of 6.4 cm

(2-1/2") diameter metal vent

When you have a 6.4 cm (2-1/2") hood

Number of

90° elbows

Rigid

13.4 m (44 ft.)

11.0 m (36 ft.)

8.5 m (28 ft.)

6.4 m (21 ft.)

4.3 m (14 ft.)

Flexible

(fully extended)

7.0 m (23 ft.)

5.5 m (18 ft.)

4.3 m (14 ft.)

3.7 m (12 ft.)

3.0 m (10 ft.)

Determine vent length

The maximum length of the exhaust

system depends upon:

• the type of vent (rigid or flexible

metal).

• the number of elbows used.

Plan the exhaust vent

installation

The design of the flue system should

ensure that any condensate formed

when operating the appliance from

cold, is either retained and

subsequently evaporated or

discharged. Following these

installation instructions should

adequately meet this requirement.

Select the route that will provide the

straightest and most direct path

outdoors. Plan the installation to use

the fewest number of elbows and

turns. Avoid making 90° turns.

1. See the exhaust vent length chart

that matches your type hood for the

maximum vent lengths you can use.

Do not use vent runs longer than

specified in exhaust vent length

charts.

Exhaust Systems longer than specified

will:

– Accumulate lint creating a potential

fire hazard.

– Shorten the life of the dryer.

– Reduce performance, resulting in

longer drying times and increased

energy usage.

2. Determine the number of elbows you

will need.

3. In the column listing the type of

metal vent you are using (rigid or

flexible), find the maximum length of

metal vent on the same line as the

number of elbows.

The maximum length using a

5.1 cm x 15.2 cm (2" x 6")

rectangular vent with 2 elbows and

a 6.4 cm (2-1/2") exhaust hood is

2.4 m (8 ft.).

For exhaust systems not covered by

exhaust vent length charts (such as

multiple unit hookups, plenums, and

power-assist fans), see Service

Manual. Part No. 603197. (To purchase

the Service Manual, contact your local

authorised service company)

B. Prepare dryer C. Electrical connection

diamond

marking

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and

install dryer.

Failure to do so can result in back or

other injury.

WARNING

1. Open dryer door and remove

drying rack, if included.Wipe drum

with damp cloth to remove any dust.

2. Take two cardboard corners from

dryer carton and place them on floor

in back of dryer. Firmly grasp body of

dryer and gently lay it on its back on

the cardboard corners.

3. Start to screw legs into holes by

hand. Use an adjustable wrench or

2.5 cm (1") hex-head socket wrench to

finish turning legs until you reach the

ridge with the diamond marking.

4. Stand dryer up on cardboard or

hardboard.

Fire Hazard

This dryer must be earthed.

Securely tighten all electrical

connections.

Failure to do so can result in

death, fire, or electrical shock.

WARNING

This is a 3-wire appliance which

must be earthed.

For dryers supplied without an electric

cord and plug, it must be connected

by a competent electrician to a single-

phase electricity supply at the voltage

shown on the dataplate, using a

suitable fixed wiring installation in

accordance with local and national

wiring regulations. A 3-wire circular

cord of minimum conductor size

2.5 mm2cross-section area should be

used. A 30A supply fuse should be

used, and a switch with a minimum

contact separation of 3 mm in both

poles must be incorporated into the

fixed wiring for dryer disconnection.

A cord clamp bush is provided on the

dryer, and should be tightened on

completion of wiring.The electrical

mains terminals are located behind

the small rear access panel (terminal

block cover), and connections should

be made in accordance with the

terminal markings. Remember to

replace the terminal access panel

(terminal block cover).

Important: Observe all governing

codes and ordinances.

If codes permit and an additional

earth bond wire is used, it is

recommended that a competent

electrician determine that the earth

bond path is adequate.

Now start installation

If installing washer and dryer, install

dryer first.

A. Install vent system

(new installation)

1. Put on safety glasses and gloves.

2. Install exhaust

hood. Use caulking

compound to seal

exterior wall opening

around exhaust

hood.

3. Connect exhaust vent to hood with

100 mm (4”) clamp. (Exhaust vent

MUST fit inside hood.)

4. Run exhaust vent to dryer

location. Use the straightest path

possible. Avoid 90° turns. Use 100 mm

(4") clamps to secure vent pieces.Tin

snips may be needed to cut vent to

required length.

D. Level dryer F. Check operation

Technical

specification

E. Exhaust dryer

Dryer must be level to reduce noise

and assure proper performance.

Slide dryer onto cardboard or

hardboard before moving across floor

to prevent floor damage.

1. Move dryer close to its permanent

location. Leave enough room to

connect exhaust vent.

Remove cardboard or hardboard from

under dryer.

10.2 cm (4")

clamp

10.2 cm (4")

clamp

2. Check levelness of dryer by

placing a level on top of dryer, first

side to side, then front to back.

If dryer is not level, adjust dryer legs

up or down.

If legs are not long enough to level

dryer, order Extended Dryer Feet Kit,

Part No. 2798I0 (sold two legs per kit),

from your dealer.

1. Connect vent to dryer outlet using

100 mm (4") clamp. If connecting to

existing vent, make sure the vent is

clean.The vent must fit over the dryer

outlet and inside the exhaust hood.

2. Move dryer into final position. Do

not crush or kink exhaust vent. Make

sure dryer is level.

1. Check that you:

✔did not skip any steps.

✔installed all parts.

✔properly installed dryer legs.

✔levelled dryer.

✔have secured all exhaust vent joints

with 100 mm (4") clamps.

✔have all the tools you started with.

2. Read the Use and Care Guide to

fully understand your new dryer.

3. Connect electricity power supply.

4. Select a full heat cycle (not the air

cycle) and start dryer. After five

minutes, open dryer door.

You should feel heat inside dryer or on

the exhaust vent.

If dryer makes an unusual noise,

check that dryer is level.

Moving dryer to a new location?

Check with a licensed electrician to confirm that supply voltage at new home

matches voltage specified on the model/serial rating plate.

Shut off electrical

supply to dryer.

Disconnect power

supply cable from

dryer.

Tape top

to cabinet.

Tape door to

front panel.

Turn leveling

legs all the

way in.

Slide dryer onto cardboard or hardboard

before moving it across the floor to

prevent damaging floor covering.

(see rating plate in door opening for

full model details)

220-240V ~ 50 Hz, 1ph

4575W, IPX4

Clothes capacity: 9.1 kg max.

Printed in U.S.A.

Part No. 8528094

Other manuals for 3RLER5437

This manual suits for next models

Table of contents

Other Whirlpool Dryer manuals

Whirlpool

Whirlpool WGD5200T User manual

Whirlpool

Whirlpool AWZ 3303 User manual

Whirlpool

Whirlpool LE4900XT User manual

Whirlpool

Whirlpool 3LG57OlXP User manual

Whirlpool

Whirlpool WED9250WR - Duet Cranberry - Electric Dryer User manual

Whirlpool

Whirlpool W10678945D User manual

Whirlpool

Whirlpool LG6606XP User manual

Whirlpool

Whirlpool LEV4634P Service manual

Whirlpool

Whirlpool Inglis IES5000RQ0 User manual

Whirlpool

Whirlpool CEM2750TQ0 User manual

Whirlpool

Whirlpool LE-7680XM User manual

Whirlpool

Whirlpool 7MWGD1730 User manual

Whirlpool

Whirlpool WED5500S User manual

Whirlpool

Whirlpool LE781OXP User manual

Whirlpool

Whirlpool W10061470 Parts list manual

Whirlpool

Whirlpool Vantage WED7990XG User manual

Whirlpool

Whirlpool 8314828A User manual

Whirlpool

Whirlpool Cabrio WED6200SW0 User manual

Whirlpool

Whirlpool 3RAWZ481G User manual

Whirlpool

Whirlpool Duet GGW9250PT3 User manual

Whirlpool

Whirlpool 4KNED4400 User manual

Whirlpool

Whirlpool WGD5605MC User manual

Whirlpool

Whirlpool LE581OXP User manual

Whirlpool

Whirlpool w10562333a User manual

Popular Dryer manuals by other brands

Bosch

Bosch WTA79200GB Installation and operating instructions

Amana

Amana W10233410A Use and care guide

Miele

Miele TWH 780 WP operating instructions

Asko

Asko T760 user guide

Alliance Laundry Systems

Alliance Laundry Systems 25 Series Original instructions

Bosch

Bosch Logixx 10 WTB76556GB Instruction manual and installation instructions

STIEBEL ELTRON

STIEBEL ELTRON Ultronic S Operation and installation

Electrolux

Electrolux EW2H328R2 user manual

Beko

Beko DS8433RX1M user manual

Dawlance

Dawlance Spinner DS 6000 C owner's manual

Electrolux

Electrolux TP5080TW user manual

AEG

AEG TR838P4OB user manual

Indesit

Indesit IDV 75 instruction manual

Infiniton

Infiniton SD-DG85C manual

BOMANN

BOMANN WT 5019 instruction manual

Alliance Laundry Systems

Alliance Laundry Systems TMB795C Installation

Asko

Asko T793C operating instructions

Kenmore

Kenmore 8041 - 5.8 cu. Ft. Capacity Electric Dryer installation instructions