Whirlpool Duet W10049540 User manual

ELECTRONIC

ELECTRIC DRYER

Use & Care Guide

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Table of Contents ................................................ 2

W10049540

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DRYER SAFETY..............................................................................3

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS..................................................4

Tools and Parts ............................................................................4

Options.........................................................................................4

Location Requirements ...............................................................5

Electrical Requirements ...............................................................7

Electrical Connection ...................................................................9

Venting Requirements................................................................14

Plan Vent System.......................................................................15

Install Vent System.....................................................................16

Install Leveling Legs...................................................................16

Connect Vent..............................................................................17

Level Dryer .................................................................................17

Complete Installation .................................................................17

DRYER USE ..................................................................................18

Starting Your Dryer.....................................................................18

Stopping Your Dryer...................................................................19

Pausing or Restarting.................................................................19

Control Locked...........................................................................19

Drying and Cycle Tips ................................................................19

Status Lights...............................................................................20

Cycles.........................................................................................20

Additional Features ....................................................................21

Drying Rack ................................................................................22

DRYER CARE................................................................................23

Cleaning the Dryer Location.......................................................23

Cleaning the Lint Screen............................................................23

Cleaning the Dryer Interior .........................................................23

Removing Accumulated Lint......................................................24

Vacation and Moving Care.........................................................24

Changing the Drum Light ...........................................................24

TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................25

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE.........................................................27

WARRANTY ..................................................................................28

DRYER SAFETY

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow

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.

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.

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:

follow instructions.

instructions.

DANGER

WARNING

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the dryer, follow basic precautions,

including the following:

WARNING:

■

Read all instructions before using the dryer.

■

Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer.

Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to

a chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire.

■

Do not dry articles that have been previously cleaned in,

washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-

cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive

substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or

explode.

■

Do not allow children to play on or in the dryer. Close

supervision of children is necessary when the dryer is

used near children.

■

Before the dryer is removed from service or discarded,

remove the door to the drying compartment.

■

Do not reach into the dryer if the drum is moving.

■

Do not repair or replace any part of the dryer or attempt

any servicing unless specifically recommended in this

Use and Care Guide or in published user-repair

instructions that you understand and have the skills to

carry out.

■

Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static

unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric

softener or product.

■

Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or

similarly textured rubber-like materials.

■

Clean lint screen before or after each load.

■

Keep area around the exhaust opening and adjacent

surrounding areas free from the accumulation of lint, dust,

and dirt.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

■

The interior of the dryer and exhaust vent should be

cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel.

■

Do not install or store the dryer where it will be exposed

to the weather.

■

Do not tamper with controls.

■

See installation instructions for grounding requirements.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Tools and Parts

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.

Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed

here.

Parts supplied

Remove parts packages from dryer drum. Check that all parts are

included.

■Parts package

4 Leveling legs

NOTE: Do not use leveling legs if installing the dryer on a

pedestal.

Parts needed

Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply and venting.

See “Electrical Requirements” and “Venting Requirements”

before purchasing parts.

■For close-clearance installations between 31.5" (80.01 cm)

and 37" (93.98 cm), see “Plan Vent System” section for

venting requirements.

Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system hardware

available for purchase from the dealer from whom you purchased

your dryer. For further information, please refer to the “Assistance

or Service” section of this manual.

Options

Pedestal

Are you placing the dryer on a pedestal? You have the option of

purchasing pedestals of different heights separately for this dryer.

You may select a 10" (25.4 cm), a 13" (33 cm) or a 15.5" (39.4 cm)

pedestal. These pedestals will add to the total height of the dryer

for a total height of approximately 48" (121.9 cm), 51" (129.5 cm)

or 53.5" (135.9 cm), respectively.

For a garage installation, you will need to place the 10" (25.4 cm)

pedestal at least 9" (22.9 cm) above the floor and the 13" (33 cm)

pedestal at least 6" (15.2 cm) above the floor. You will need to

place the 15.5" (39.4 cm) pedestal at least 3.5" (8.9 cm) above

the floor.

Optional pedestal

The pedestals are available in several colors.

To order, call the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or

refer to the “Assistance or Service” section of this manual.

Stack Kit

Are you planning to stack your DUET®washer and dryer? To do

so, you will need to purchase a Stack Kit.

To order, call the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or

refer to the “Assistance or Service” section of this manual. Ask

for Part Number 8541503.

■Flat-blade screwdriver

■#2 Phillips screwdriver

■Adjustable wrench that

opens to 1" (2.5 cm) or

hex-head socket wrench

(for adjusting dryer feet)

■Wire stripper (direct wire

installations)

■Level

■Vent clamps

■Caulking gun and

compound (for installing

new exhaust vent)

■Tin snips (new vent

installations)

■¼" nut driver

(recommended)

■Tape measure

37"

(93.98 cm)

Pedestal

Height Color Part Number

10" (25.4 cm) White WHP1000SQ

10" (25.4 cm) Biscuit WHP1000ST

10" (25.4 cm) Pewter WHP1000SL

10" (25.4 cm) Diamond Dust

(Silver) WHP1000SU

13" (33 cm) White LAB2700MQ

13" (33 cm) Biscuit LAB2700MT

13" (33 cm) Pewter LAB2700ML

15.5" (39.4 cm) White WHP1500SQ

15.5" (39.4 cm) Biscuit WHP1500ST

15.5" (39.4 cm) Pewter WHP1500SL

15.5" (39.4 cm) Diamond Dust

(Silver) WHP1500SU

Door Reversal Kit

Are you planning to reverse the door swing direction on your

DUET® dryer? To do so, you will need to purchase a Door

Reversal Kit.

To order, call the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or

refer to the “Assistance or Service” section of this manual. Ask

for Part Number 8530069 (Shield Blue), 8530070 (Shield

Platinum), 8530071 (Biscuit), 8530072 (Pewter) or 8579123

(Diamond Dust [Silver]).

Door Reversal and Stack Combination Kit

Are you planning to reverse the door swing direction on your

DUET® dryer and stack your DUET® washer and dryer? To do so,

you can purchase a Door Reversal and Stack Combination Kit.

To order, call the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or

refer to the “Assistance or Service” section of this manual. Ask

for Part Number 8530073 (Shield Blue), 8530074 (Shield

Platinum), 8530075 (Biscuit), 8530076 (Pewter) or W10057200

(Diamond Dust [Silver]).

Backguard

If you are installing your DUET®washer and dryer and wish to

avoid having loose items fall behind your machines, you may

purchase a pair of washer/dryer backguards. These will reduce

the chance of items falling behind the machines during operation.

To order, call the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or

refer to the “Assistance or Service” section of this manual. Ask

for Part Number 8558694 (White), 8558695 (Biscuit), 8558696

(Pewter), or W10057220 (Diamond Dust [Silver]).

Location Requirements

You will need

■A location that allows for proper exhaust installation. See

“Venting Requirements.”

■A separate 30-amp circuit.

■If you are using a power supply cord, a grounded electrical

outlet located within 2 ft (61 cm) of either side of the dryer.

See “Electrical Requirements.”

■A sturdy floor to support the total dryer weight of 200 lbs

(90.7 kg). The combined weight of a companion appliance

should also be considered.

■A level floor with a maximum slope of 1" (2.5 cm) under entire

dryer. If slope is greater than 1" (2.5 cm), install Extended

Dryer Feet Kit, Part Number 279810. Clothes may not tumble

properly and automatic sensor cycles may not operate

correctly if dryer is not level.

■For a garage installation, you will need to place the dryer at

least 18" (46 cm) above the floor. If you are using a 10"

(25.4 cm) pedestal, you will need to place the pedestal at

least 9" (22.9 cm) above the floor. With a 13" (33 cm)

pedestal, you will need to place the pedestal at least

6" (15.2 cm) above the floor. With a 15.5" (39.4 cm) pedestal,

you will need to place the pedestal at least 3.5" (8.9 cm)

above the floor.

Do not operate your dryer at temperatures below 45ºF (7ºC). At

lower temperatures, the dryer might not shut off at the end of an

automatic cycle. This can result in longer drying times.

The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will

be exposed to water and/or weather.

Check code requirements. Some codes limit, or do not permit,

installation of the dryer in garages, closets, mobile homes or

sleeping quarters. Contact your local building inspector.

Installation clearances

The location must be large enough to allow the dryer door to

open fully.

WARNING

Explosion Hazard

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as

gasoline, away from dryer.

Place dryer at least 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor

for a garage installation.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

Dryer Dimensions

*Most installations require a minimum 5" (12.7 cm) clearance

behind the dryer for the exhaust vent with elbow. See “Venting

Requirements.”

Installation spacing for recessed area or closet installation

The following spacing dimensions are recommended for this

dryer. This dryer has been tested for spacing of 0" (0 cm)

clearance on the sides and rear. Recommended spacing should

be considered for the following reasons:

■Additional spacing should be considered for ease of

installation and servicing.

■Additional clearances might be required for wall, door and

floor moldings.

■Additional spacing should be considered on all sides of the

dryer to reduce noise transfer.

■For closet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation

openings in the top and bottom of the door are required.

Louvered doors with equivalent ventilation openings are

acceptable.

■Companion appliance spacing should also be considered.

Custom undercounter installation - Dryer only

*Required spacing

Closet installation - Dryer only

*Required spacing

**For side or bottom venting, 0" (0 cm) spacing is allowed.

Recessed or closet installation - Dryer on pedestal

*Required spacing

**For side or bottom venting, 0" (0 cm) spacing is allowed.

Installation spacing for cabinet installation

■For cabinet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation

openings in the top of the cabinet are required.

*Required spacing

**For side or bottom venting, 0" (0 cm) spacing is allowed.

38"

(96.52 cm

)

*31½"

(80 cm)

27"

(68.6 cm)

51½"

(130.81 cm)

(0 cm)

1"*

(2.5 cm) 1"*

(2.5 cm)

38" min.

(96.52 cm)

27"

(68.6 cm)

A. Side view - closet or confined area

B. Closet door with vents

A. Recessed area

B. Side view - closet or confined area

14" max.*

(35.6 cm)

18" min.*

(45.72 cm)

1"*

5"**

(12.7 cm)

31½"

(80 cm)

48 in.

(310 cm

)

24 in.

(155 cm

)

3"*

(7.6 cm)

3"*

(7.6 cm)

(2.5 cm)

1"*

(2.5 cm)

5"**

(12.7 cm)

27"

(68.6 cm)

31½"

(80 cm)

18" min.*

(45.72 cm)

14" max.*

(35.6 cm)

7"* (17.8 cm)

9"*

(22.9 cm

)

7"* (17.8 cm)

5"**

(12.7 cm) 31¹₂"

(80.0 cm) 27"

(68.6 cm)

1"*

(2.5 cm) 1" 1"

(2.5 cm)

Recommended installation spacing for recessed or

closet installation, with stacked washer and dryer

The dimensions shown are for the recommended spacing.

*Required spacing

Mobile home - Additional installation requirements

This dryer is suitable for mobile home installations. The

installation must conform to the Manufactured Home

Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280

(formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction

and Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280) or Standard CAN/CSA-Z240

MH.

Mobile home installations require:

■Metal exhaust system hardware, which is available for

purchase from your dealer.

■Special provisions must be made in mobile homes to

introduce outside air into the dryer. The opening (such as a

nearby window) should be at least twice as large as the dryer

exhaust opening.

Electrical Requirements

It is your responsibility

■To contact a qualified electrical installer.

■To be sure that the electrical connection is adequate and in

conformance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA

70-latest edition and all local codes and ordinances.

The National Electric Code requires a 4-wire supply

connection for homes built after 1996, dryer circuits involved

in remodeling after 1996, and all mobile home installations.

A copy of the above code standards can be obtained from:

National Fire Protection Association, One Batterymarch Park,

Quincy, MA 02269.

■To supply the required 3 or 4 wire, single phase, 120/240 volt,

60 Hz., AC only electrical supply (or 3 or 4 wire, 120/208 volt

electrical supply, if specified on the serial/rating plate) on a

separate 30-amp circuit, fused on both sides of the line. A

time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. Connect

to an individual branch circuit. Do not have a fuse in the

neutral or grounding circuit.

■Do not use an extension cord.

■If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is

recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the

ground path is adequate.

Electrical Connection

To properly install your dryer, you must determine the type of

electrical connection you will be using and follow the instructions

provided for it here.

■If local codes do not permit the connection of a neutral

ground wire to the neutral wire, see “Optional 3-wire

connection” section.

■This dryer is manufactured ready to install with a 3-wire

electrical supply connection. The neutral ground wire is

permanently connected to the neutral conductor (white wire)

within the dryer. If the dryer is installed with a 4-wire electrical

supply connection, the neutral ground wire must be removed

from the external ground conductor screw (green screw), and

secured under the neutral terminal (center or white wire) of

the terminal block. When the neutral ground wire is secured

under the neutral terminal (center or white wire) of the

terminal block, the dryer cabinet is isolated from the neutral

conductor.

■A 4-wire power supply connection must be used when the

appliance is installed in a location where grounding through

the neutral conductor is prohibited. Grounding through the

neutral is prohibited for (1) new branch-circuit installations,

(2) mobile homes, (3) recreational vehicles, and (4) areas

where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral

conductors.

48 in.

(310 cm

)

3"* (7.6 cm)

1"* (2.5 cm)

24 in.

(155 cm

)

6"* (15.2 cm)

76"

(193 cm)

27"

(68.6 cm)

5"*

(12.7 cm)

(2.5 cm)

If using a power supply cord:

Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use with

clothes dryers. The kit should contain:

■A UL listed 30-amp power supply cord, rated

120/240 volt minimum. The cord should be type SRD or

SRDT and be at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long. The wires that

connect to the dryer must end in ring terminals or spade

terminals with upturned ends.

■A UL listed strain relief.

If your outlet looks like this:

4-wire receptacle (14-30R)

Then choose a 4-wire power supply cord with ring or spade

terminals and UL listed strain relief. The 4-wire power supply

cord, at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long, must have four 10-gauge copper

wires and match a 4-wire receptacle of NEMA Type 14-30R. The

ground wire (ground conductor) may be either green or bare. The

neutral conductor must be identified by a white cover.

If your outlet looks like this:

3-wire receptacle (10-30R)

Then choose a 3-wire power supply cord with ring or spade

terminals and UL listed strain relief. The 3-wire power supply

cord, at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long, must have three 10-gauge copper

wires and match a 3-wire receptacle of NEMA Type 10-30R.

If connecting by direct wire:

Power supply cable must match power supply (4-wire or 3-wire)

and be:

■Flexible armored cable or nonmetallic sheathed copper cable

(with ground wire), protected with flexible metallic conduit. All

current-carrying wires must be insulated.

■10-gauge solid copper wire (do not use aluminum).

■At least 5 ft (1.52 m) long.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

■

For a grounded, cord-connected dryer:

This dryer must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or

breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock

by providing a path of least resistance for electric current.

This dryer uses a cord having an equipment-grounding

conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged

into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and

grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

■

For a permanently connected dryer:

This dryer must be connected to a grounded metal,

permanent wiring system, or an equipment-grounding

conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and

connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead on

the dryer.

WARNING:

Improper connection of the equipment-

grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.

Check with a qualified electrician or service representative

or personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the dryer is

properly grounded. Do not modify the plug on the power

supply cord: if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet

installed by a qualified electrician.

Electrical Connection

1. Disconnect power.

2. Remove the hold-down screw and terminal block cover.

3. Install strain relief.

Style 1: Power supply cord strain relief

■Remove the screws from a ³⁄₄" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain

relief (UL marking on strain relief). Put the tabs of the two

clamp sections into the hole below the terminal block

opening so that one tab is pointing up and the other is

pointing down, and hold in place. Tighten strain relief

screws just enough to hold the two clamp sections

together.

Power Supply Cord Direct Wire

WARNING

Fire Hazard

Use a new UL listed 30 amp power supply cord.

Use a UL listed strain relief.

Disconnect power before making electrical connections.

Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to center

terminal (silver).

Ground wire (green or bare wire) must be connected to

green ground connector.

Connect remaining 2 supply wires to remaining

2 terminals (gold).

Securely tighten all electrical connections.

Failure to do so can result in death, fire, or

electrical shock.

WARNING

Fire Hazard

Use 10 gauge solid copper wire.

Use a UL listed strain relief.

Disconnect power before making electrical connections.

Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to center

terminal (silver).

Ground wire (green or bare wire) must be connected to

green ground connector.

Connect remaining 2 supply wires to remaining

2 terminals (gold).

Securely tighten all electrical connections.

Failure to do so can result in death, fire, or

electrical shock.

A. Neutral ground wire

B. External ground conductor screw

C. Center, silver-colored terminal block screw

D. Terminal block cover and hold-down screw

A. Strain relief tab pointing up

B. Hole below terminal block opening

C. Clamp section

D. Strain relief tab pointing down

■Put power supply cord through the strain relief. Be sure

that the wire insulation on the power supply cord is inside

the strain relief. The strain relief should have a tight fit with

the dryer cabinet and be in a horizontal position. Do not

further tighten strain relief screws at this point.

Style 2: Direct wire strain relief

■Unscrew the removable conduit connector and any

screws from a ³⁄₄" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief (UL

marking on strain relief). Put the threaded section of the

strain relief through the hole below the terminal block

opening. Reaching inside the terminal block opening,

screw the removable conduit connector onto the strain

relief threads.

■Put direct wire cable through the strain relief. The strain

relief should have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be

in a horizontal position. Tighten strain relief screw against

the direct wire cable.

4. Now complete installation following instructions for your type

of electrical connection:

4-wire (recommended)

3-wire (if 4-wire is not available)

Electrical Connection Options

*If local codes do not permit the connection of a cabinet-ground

conductor to the neutral wire, go to “Optional 3-wire

connection”section.

4-wire connection: Power supply cord

IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes

and where local codes do not permit the use of 3-wire

connections.

A. Removable conduit connector

B. Hole below terminal block opening

C. Strain relief threads

If your home has: And you will be

connecting to: Go to Section

4-wire receptacle

(NEMA Type 14-30R) A UL listed, 120/

240-volt

minimum,

30-amp, dryer

power supply

cord*

4-wire connection:

Power supply cord

4-wire direct A fused

disconnect or

circuit breaker

box*

4-wire connection:

Direct Wire

3-wire receptacle

(NEMA type 10-30R) A UL listed, 120/

240-volt

minimum,

30-amp, dryer

power supply

cord*

3-wire connection:

Power supply cord

3-wire direct A fused

disconnect or

circuit breaker

box*

3-wire connection:

Direct Wire

A. 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-30R)

B. 4-prong plug

C. Ground prong

D. Neutral prong

E. Spade terminals with upturned ends

F. ¾" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief

G. Ring terminals

(12.7 cm)

(8.9 cm)

3¹⁄₂"

ABF

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