Whirlpool COMPACT DRYERS User manual

UseAndCare

A Note To You 2

Understanding

Safety 3

Knowing Your

Dryer’s Features 5

Operating Your Dryer 6

Caring For Your

Dryer 10

Laundry Tips 12

If You Need

Assistance

Or Service 18

Warranty 20

TIMED DRYERS

A Note To You

Thank you for bugring a Whirlpool* appliance.

You have purchased a quality, world-class home appliance. Years of engineering experience have

gone into its manufacturing, To ensure many years of trouble-free operation, we have developed

this Use and Care Guide, It is full of valuable information on how to operate and maintain your

appliance properly and safely. Please read it carefully. Also, please complete and mail the Owner-

ship 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.

This guide contains safety symbols and statements. Please pay special attention to these symbols

and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explanation of the use of each symbol.

This symbol will help alert you to such

dangers as personal injury, burns, fire and

electrical shock.

This symbol will help you avoid actions

which could cause product damage

(scratches, dents, etc.) and damage to your

personal property.

Help when you need it.

If you have a question concerning your appliance’s operation, or if you need service, first see “If

You Need Assistance Or Service” on pages 18 and 19. If you need further help, call an authorized

Whirlpool service company. When calling, you will need to know your appliance’s complete model

number and serial number. You can find this information on the model and serial number label

(see diagram on page 5). For your convenience, we have included a handy place below for you to

record these numbers, the purchase date from the sales slip and your dealer’s name and tele-

phone number. Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference.

Model

Number

Serial Number

Purchase Date

Dealer Name

Dealer Phone

Understanding Safety

For your safety the information in this manual must

be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion

or to prevent property damage, personal injury or

loss of life.

-Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids

in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

-WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

Do not try to light any appliance.

Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your

building.

Clear the room, building or area of all occupants.

Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone.

Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.

If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.

Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer,

service agency or the gas supplier.

IMPORTANT SAFETY 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.

Do not machine wash or machine dry items

cleaned, washed, soaked in, or spotted with

wax, parnt, gasoline, oil, dry cleaning solvents,

and other flammable fluids. The fumes can

create a fire hazard or explosion. Always hand

wash and line dry items containing these

materials.

Do not allow children to operate, play with or

crawl inside your dryer. Supervise children

when your dryer is used near children.

Do not reach into a dryer if the drum

is moving.

When removing from service or discarding

a dryer, always remove the door to prevent

accidental entrapment,

Do not dry rubber, rubber-like, and heat

sensitive materials with heat.

. Install and/or store dryer where it will not

be exposed to the weather.

. Do not tamper with the controls.

9 You are responsible for making sure that your

dryer is installed, repaired and has parts

replaced by a qualified person.

Use only fabric softeners specifically labeled

as not being harmful to the dryer.

Do not allow lint to build-up inside the dryer or

exhaust system. Cleaning should be done

periodically by a qualified person.

Clean lint screen before or after each load.

Do not let dust, lint, paper, rags, chemicals,

etc. pile up around or under the dryer.

Dryer must be electrically grounded. See the

Installation Instructions.

Understanding your responsibilities

Never operate the dryer if:

-it is not working right (i.e. noisy,

too hot).

-it is damaged.

-parts are missing.

-all panels are not in place.

-the lint screen is loose, damaged or

missing.

Unplug the power supply cord or turn off

electrical power before attempting to

service your dryer. Shut off gas valve if

you have a gas dryer.

Do not wash or dry items that are soiled

with vegetable or cooking oil. These items

may contain some oil after laundering.

Due to the remaining oil, the fabric may

smoke or catch fire by itself.

Store flammable solvents or fluids away

from your dryer.

Dry cleaning solvents or fluids should

never be put directly into your dryer.

Be sure that your dryer:

-is properly installed and leveled on a

floor that can support the weight in a

well-ventilated room.+

-is connected to the proper outlet and

electrical supply.+

-is properly connected to fuel and

exhaust systems (gas dryers must be

vented outdoors).+

-is not installed against draperies or

curtains, or on carpet.+

-is located in an area where the tempera-

ture is above 45°F (7°C).

-is properly maintained.

-is used only for jobs normally expected

of home clothes dryers.

-is not used by anyone unable to operate

it properly.

+See the Installation Instructions for com-

plete information.

- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -

Knowing

Features Your Dryer’s

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.

Cycle control knob Tern

erature selector

Start button

Model and serial

number label

Operating Your Dryer

In This Section

Page Page

Before starting your dryer ................................. 6 Selecting a cycle .................,.............................7

Starting or stopping your dryer ........................ 5

Operating your dryer properly assures the best drying results. This section gives you important

information to help you to select a cycle, time, and temperature.

Before starting your dryer

Wipe the dryer drum before using to remove

dust from storing and shipping.

If your dryer has a Consumer Buy Guide,

remove it and place it in your Use and Care

Guide.

Refer to the information below, and “Laundry

Tips” on page 12 for control setting, sorting,

and loading information.

Starting or stopping your dryer

Starting your dryer

Close the door and select a cycle. See pages

7-9 for additional setting information. Your

dryer automatically stops when a cycle ends.

Stopping and restarting your

dryer

Open the dryer door or turn the Cycle Control

Knob to OFF. Close the door; make new

selections (if necessary). Push the Start

Button.

NOTE: The Cycle Control Knob should point to

an OFF area when the dryer is not in use. If

the dryer is stopped before the cycle is

finished, turn the Cycle Control Knob to an

OFF area.

Selecting a cycle

You will find information you need to make

correct cycle, time, and temperature decisions

in this section.

Pages 7 and 8: Use these pages to find

additional information about the drying cycles

on your model.

Page 9: Use the information on this page to

guide you when making drying selections.

Your dryer has a Cycle Control Knob and a

Temperature Selector:

1. Select a cycle by turning the Cycle Control

Knob either way to the desired time.

2. Stop when the indicator on the knob’s outer

ring points to the cycle and time you want.

3. Set the Temperature Selector to the desired

temperature setting.

Changing a selection:

1. Turn the Cycle Control Knob to a new setting.

2. Move the Temperature Selector to the new

desired temperature.

3. Push the Start Button, if necessary.

Using the Damp Dry cycle

(on some models)

Use this cycle to dry damp items that do not

require an entire drying cycle, or to dry items to

damp level. Two examples are heavy cottons,

such as jeans, which you do not want to

become stiff, or cotton clothes which are easier

to press when damp.

Set the Cycle Control Knob on DAMP DRY.

2. Set the Temperature Selector to a high setting.

3. Push the Start Button.

The last few minutes of this cycle are without

heat to help make the load easier to handle.

Cycle control knob Temperature

selector

Using the TUMBLE PRESS* cycle

The Tumble Press cycle removes wrinkles

from clothing that has been packed in a

suitcase or closet, and from Items not removed

from the dryer at the end of a cycle.

Set the Cycle Control Knob on TUMBLE

PRESS.

2. Set the Temperature Selector to a high

setting.

3. Push the Start Button.

The last few minutes of this cycle are without

heat to help make the load easier to handle.

Put only a few items in your dryer for best

results when using this cycle. As soon as the

dryer stops, fold or put the items on hangers.

Using the Fluff Air cycle (no heat)

Fire Hazard

Do not dry heat-sensitive fabrics, plastic,

rubber, or some stuffed items with heat.

Use the Fluff Air cycle, or line dry.

Failure to do so could result In fire or

damaged items.

The dryer does not heat when the Cycle

Control Knob is set in the Fluff Air cvcle. This

TYPE OF LOAD

RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE FABRICS

Foam Rubber-Pillows, bras, stuffed toys

Plastic-Shower curtains, tablecloths

Rubber-backed rugs

Olefin, Polypropylene, Sheer nylon

CYCLE AND TIME

Fluff Air

20-30 min

40-50 min

15-20 min

Cycle control knob

Refer to the chart below and the chart on page

8 for cycle information.

Loads tumble without heat during the last

few minutes of all heated cycles. This makes a

load easier to handle and helps keep wrinkles

from setting in.

Using your Timed Drying (heated) cycle

(High/Heavy Perm. Press setting)

Use your Timed Drying cycle, with a high heat

setting, to dry cottons, permanent press, and

some synthetic fabrics.

Using your Timed Drying (heated) cycle

(Low Delicate setting)

Use your Timed Drying cycle, with a low heat

Temperature selector Start button

setting, to provide gentle drying for some

synthetics, knits, and delicate fabrics.

Using Heavy Dry

Use Heavy Dry and a high heat setting to dry

large items or items that are thicker or heavier

than regular load items (heavy cotton bath

sheets or robes).

NOTES:

To help reduce wrinkling, remove the

load from the dryer as soon as tumbling stops.

This is important for permanent press, knits

and synthetic fabrics.

Do not overdry. Overdrying can cause

shrinkage, static cling, and damage some

fabrics.

TIMED DRYING

(Heated Cycle)

TYPE OF LOAD High heat Low heat

COTTONS AND LINENS

Extra Heavy-Bedspreads. mattress pads, quilts 70-80 min

Heavyweight-Towels, jeans, corduroys, work clothes 50-60 min

Mediumweight-Sheets, cotton underwear, diapers 40-50 min

Lightweight-Batistes, organdies, lingerie 30-40 min

PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS AND BLENDS

Heavyweight-Work clothes, jackets, raincoats 40-50 min

Mediumweight-Shirts, play clothes, sheets, slacks 30-40 min

Lightweight-Lingerie, blouses, dresses 20-30 min

KNITS

Heavyweight-Cottons, rayons, blends, T-shirts, 40-50 min

slacks, shirts

Mediumweight-Synthetics (polyester, acrylic, etc.), 30-40 min

dress slacks, skirts, sweaters

Lightweight-Synthetics (polyester, acrylic, etc.) 20-30 min

and blends, lingerie, blouses, dresses

DELICATE FABRICS

Sheer curtains (2 or 3 panels), gauze, lace, etc. 15-20 min

Caring For Your Dryer

In This Section

Maintenance-every load ........ Page

Page

.........................10

Maintenance-as needed ............................... 10

Dryers require regular maintenance. Follow the suggestions below to maintain your dryer properly.

Maintenance-every load

Cleaning the lint 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.

1. Open the Ird and pull the lint screen straight

out.

2. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers. Do

not rinse or wash the screen to remove lint.

Wet lint is hard to remove.

3. Push the lint screen firmly back into place

and close the lid.

Product and Fabric Damage Hazard

Do not run the dryer with the lint screen

loose, damaged, blocked or missing.

Doing so can cause overheating and

damage to both the dryer and fabrics.

Maintenance-as needed

Use the following suggestions about cleaning

and lint removal to help you keep your dryer

safe, looking like new, and at peak operating

efficiency.

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. Wet a nylon brush with hot water and liquid

detergent.

3. Scrub lint screen with the brush until all

residue build-up is removed.

4. Rinse with hot water.

5. Thoroughly

dry lint screen with a clean

towel and replace in dryer.

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