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CYCLE CONTROL KNOB

LAUNDRY INFORMATION CENTER

TEMPERATURESELECTOR i

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STARTBUI"rON

SERIAL

NUMBERPLATE

ELECTRONIC

DRYNESS

SENSOR

DRYER DRUM

Remove the Consumer Buy Guide label before using your dryer.

It will be easier to remove.

Wipe out the dryer drum with a damp cloth to remove dust from storing or shipping.

LOADING DOOR

Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here

When you need service or call with a question, have this information ready:

1. Complete Model and Serial Numbers

[from the plate located as shown].

2. Purchase date from sales slip.

Copy this information in these spaces.

Keep this book in the Laundry Information

Center with your "Dryer Guide;' sales slip and warranty.

Please complete and mail the Owner

Registration Card furnished with this product.

Model

Serial Number

Purchase

Number

Date

Service

Telephone

Company

Number

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Contents

PARTS AND FEATURES .........

IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS ................

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ....

Page

2

3

4

Selecting a Cycle and

Starting Your Dryer ........

Automatic Cycles ...........

Timed Drying ...............

DRYING TIPS ..................

FLUFFAiR Setting ............

TUMBLEPRESS" Setting .......

Electronic DRY-MISERR

Control ...................

Gentle Heat .................

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Drying Times ................

Mixed Loads ................

End-of-Cycle Signal .........

Lint Signal ..................

LINT SCREEN ..................

LINT REMOVAL .................

CARING FOR YOUR DRYER .....

Cleaning Dryer Interior ......

Vacation Care ..............

IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR

ASSISTANCE ..................

WHIRLPOOL DRYER

WARRANTY ...................

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_1987 Whirlpool Corporation

Additional Safety Instructions and Your Responsibilities

NEVER operate the dryer if...

• it is not working right (i.e. noisy, too hot).

• it is damaged.

• parts are missing [i,e. door latch].

• all panels are not in place.

• the lint screen is loose, damaged missing.

or

FOR YOUR SAFETY

If you smell gas: t. Open windows.

2. Don't touch electrical switches.

3. Extinguish flame.

4. Immediately gas supplier.

any open call your

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Do not oline or other appliance.

store or use gasflammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other

ALWAYS shut off the gas vane before leaving on vacation.

ALWAYS unplug the power supply cord or turn off electrical power before attempting to service the dryer.

Shut off GAS VALVE if yours is a gas dryer.

You are personally responsible for making sure that your dryer...

• is properly maintained.

• is properly installed and leveled in a well ventilated room" on a floor that can support the weight.

• is located in an area where the temperature is above 45 F [7.2 C],

• is connected electrical to the supply.* proper

• is properly connected haust systems.* outlet and to fuel and ex-

• is not installed curtains." against drapes or

• is used only for jobs normally expected of home clothes dryers.

• is not used by children or anyone unable to operate it properly.

*See "Installation plete information.

Instructions" for com-

Operating instructions

Selecting a Cycle and Starting

Your Dryer

Before starting your dryer, be sure laundry is sorted and loaded properly [see your "Dryer Guide"].

Be sure the door is tightly closed.

TYPE OF LOAD

CoI"rONS - LINENS

EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads, mattress pads, quilts ...................

HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS- Towels, jeans, corduroys, work clothes .........

MEDIUMWEIGHT CoI"rONS -

Sheets, pillowcases, cotton underwear, diapers ...................

LIGHTWEIGHT Co1"rONS - Batistes, organdies, lingerie ....................

PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS

AND BLENDS

HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS - Work clothes, jackets, raincoats .....................

MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS- Shirts, play clothes, sheets, slacks ..................

LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS- Lingerie, blouses, dresses .......................

KNITS

HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons, blends, T-shirts, slacks, shirts ............

LIGHTWEIGHT- Synthetics (polyester, acrylic, etc.) and blends, lingerie, blouses, dresses .......................

LIGHTWEIGHT AND DELICATE FABRICS

Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels) ............

Gauze, lace, etc .........................

RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE

FABRICS

FOAM RUBBER- Pillows, bras,

stuffed toys ............................

PLASTIC - Shower curtains, tablecloths ............................

RUBBER-BACKEDRUGS ....................

OLEFIN, POLYPROPYLENE,SHEERNYLON ...

SUGGESTED SUGGESTED

CYCLE TEMPERATURE

HEAVY

HIGH

AUTOMATIC PERM"r PRESS

REGULAR MED

KNITS GENTLE

LOW

PERM'T PRESS

MED

AUTOMATIC

PERMANENT

PRESS

MED LOW

AUTOMATIC

PERMANENT

PRESS

MED LOW

KNITS GENTLE

LOW

AUTOMATIC

PERMANENT

PRESS

EX LOW

FLUFF

AIR

EXLOW

1.

Select a CYCLE

Set

2.

TEMPERATURESELECTOR

Turn the Control Knob either way to point to the cycle and setting you want. See page 6 for information on the cycles.

3.

Push the START Button

The Temperature Selector can be set on any desired temperature or anywhere between 2 temperatures.

To stop and restart the dryer

The dryer will start tumbling when you push the STARTButton.

If the STARTButton is pushed when the

Cycle Control Knob is pointing to an

OFF area, the End-of-Cycle Signal will sound. Dryer will not start.

To stop the dryer, open the door (or turn the Control Knob to OFF].

To restart the dryer, close the door, select cycle, if necessary, and push

START.

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.

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The automatic cycles

The automatic cycles allow you to select the degree of dryness you prefer for the clothes being dried.

The Cycle Control Knob will not move until the clothes load is almost dry, or the COOL-DOWN portion of the cycle has been reached.

After

COOL-DOWN, the knob automatically moves to an OFF area and tumbling stops.

For the first few loads, set the Control

Knob to point to an_ in either automatic cycle.

When the dryer stops, feel the dried items.

Use

AUTOMATIC

REGULAR to dry heavy and mediumweight cotton items.

The load tumbles without heat during the last 5 minutes.

This helps make the load easier to handle.

Use

AUTOMATIC

PERMANENT

PRESSto dry permanent press, knits and other synthetic fabrics. The load tumbles without heat

during the last 10 minutes. This helps keep wrinkles from setting in and ma kes the load easier to handle.

• It items are drier than you like, use a setting to the right of the_the time you dry a similar load, next

• If items are not as dry as you like, use a setting to the left of the • the next time you dry a similar load.

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Timed drying

Use the TIMED DRYING Cycle for any load you want to dry by time. For example: small loads, large bulky items, items to be fluffed or dusted with the FLUFFAIR heat setting.

• Turn the Control Knob to the number of minutes you wantfrom 10 to 70.

• The last 5 minutes of this cycle are without heat - a cool-down time. This helps make the load easier to handle.

Drying tips

FLUFF AIR

TUMBLE PRESS" Setting

The dryer does not heat when the

Control Knob is set on FLUFFAIR. This setting can be used to fluff bedding, plastic tablecloths, foam rubber pillows, stuffed toys, sneakers, etc.

The TUMBLEPRESSsetting removes wrinkles from dry clothing such as items that may have been packed in a suitcase, closet, or items not removed from the dryer.

t. Turn the Control Knob to the number of minutes you want in FLUFFAIR.

2. Push the STARTButton.

Electronic DRY-MISER"

Control

An electronic sensor determines the amount of moisture in the clothes and automatically shuts off when the proper dryness is reached.

t. Set Control Knob to TUMBLE PRESS.

2. Set Temperature Selector to PERM'T

PRESS/MED.

3. Push STARTButton,

The load will tumble in heated air for 15 minutes. The heat shuts off and the dryer continues to tumble the load for 5 more minutes.

For best results, TUMBLEPRESSonly a few items at a time. Put them on hangers or fold them as soon as the dryer stops,

Gentle Heat

The dryer automatically reduces the heat settings in HEAVY HIGH and

PERM'T PRESSMED cycles.

During the last few minutes of each of these cycles the dryer temperature gradually reduces to a lower heat setting. This helps prevent overdrying.

Drying times Mixed loads

\

Drying times will vary depending on:

• amount of moisture in the clothes.

• type and weight of the fabric.

• size of the load.

• room temperature around the dryer

• temperature of the wash rinse water.

• amount of lint in the lint screen.

• dryer temperature selection.

See your "Dryer Guide" for more information.

End-of-cycle signal

When drying a load with different kinds and weights of fabrics, use the cycle suggested for the lightest fabrics. When the dryer stops, remove dry items and reset the control.

The dryer sounds a signal to let you know when the cycle is finished.

The signal cannot be turned off and is not adjustable.

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.

Lint signal

Clean lint screen before each load. If you neglect to clean your lint screen, the signal will sound. The (whistle tone) signal lets you know the air flow is being restricted.

Restricted air flow reduces drying efficiency,

Turn off the dryer and clean the lint screen as shown on page 9.

Lint screen

Clean the lint screen before each load.

A screen blocked by lint can increase drying time and may be a FIREHAZARD.

Open the lid and pull the lint screen straight out,

ROLL the lint off the screen with your fingers.

DO NOT rinse or wash the screen.

Push the screen firmly back into place.

Lint removal

Lint can gather inside the dryer and create a FIRE HAZARD. This lint should be removed at least every 2 to 3 years, or more often, depending on dryer usage.

Funnel

Heater Box.

Igniter

Thermostats

Lower

Access

Panel

ELECTRIC DRYERS

GAS DRYERS

Cleaning should be done only by a qualified person.

1. Remove back panel [electric] or lower access panel [gas}.

2. Avoid damaging wires, thermostats, funnel or igniter,

3. Remove lint from shaded area see artwith a soft brush or vacuum cleaner.

4. Replace panel; reconnect and re-level dryer.

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Caring for your dryer

Remove loose and sharp objects from pockets and cuffs before drying pins, buckles, etc. Close metal zippers.

Some pretreatment products can damage dials, consoles and finish.

Do not use these products on or near your dryer.

Wipe off all spills with a damp, soft cloth. Spills allowed to remain may dull or damage the finish.

Cleaning dryer interior

Never leave wet or damp laundry in your dryer.

Sharp or heavy objects should never be put on or in the dryer.

Check pockets for bolts, nuts etc.

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Garments which contain unstable dyes, such as denim blue jeans or brightly colored cotton items, may discolor the dryer interior. If the interior is discolored, clean with one of the following methods to avoid staining later load items.

Powdered laundry detergent and very warm water

Make a paste with detergent and very warm water. Apply paste to a soft cloth and scrub area until all excess dye is removed.

Wipe thoroughly with a damp cloth.

Tumble a load of rags.-OR-

Liquid spray household cleaner

Spray on stained area.

Rub with a cloth until all excess dye is removed.

Tumble a load of rags.

Vacation care

• Unplug power cord or turn off electrical power.

• For gas dryers, close gas valve.

• Clean lint screen.

If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these five steps:

1.

Before calling for assistance...

Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind.

IF YOUR DRYER DOES NOT RUN:

• Is the power supply plugged circuit with lhe proper voltage?

into a live

• Is the door closed tightly?

• Did you push the START Button?

• Have you checked your home's main fuses or circuit breaker box?

IF YOUR DRYER DOES NOT HEAT:

• The AIR seffing is without heat.

• The last minutes of heat settings are without heat.

• is the gas turned on? If not, turn the Control Knob to OFE Turn on gas. Wait 5 minutes. Reset controls and start.

• An electric dryer uses a circuit breaker or 2 fuses. If one fuse is blown, the dryer may run, but not heat.

IF DRYING TIME SEEMS TOO LONG:

• Is the lint screen clean?

See page 9 of this book for cleaning instructions.

• See page 8of this book and your "Dryer

Guidei'

2.

If you need assistance*..

Call Whirlpool COOL-LINE r service assistance telephone number.

Dial free from anywhere In the U.S.:

1-800-253-1301 and talk with one of our _rained Consultants. The Consultant recommend a qualified pany in your area.

can instruct 'you in how to obtain satisfactory your appliance or, if service operation from is necessary, service com-

3.

If you need service*...

uct warranty and provide after-warranty service, anywhere in the United States. To locate TECH-CARE service in your area, call our COOL-LiNE service assistance telephone your under: number (see Step 2) or look in telephone directory Yellow Pages

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If you have a problem*...

Call our COOL-LINE service assistance telephone number [see Step 2] and talk with one of our Consultants, or if you prefer, write to:

Mr. Robert Stanley

Division Vice President

Whirlpool Corporation

2000 M-63

Benton Harbor, M149022

5.

If you need FSP' replacement parts.*..

FSP is a registered

Whirlpool Corporation trademark for quality parts.

Look for this symbol of quality whenever of you need a replacement

Whirlpool appliance.

part for your

FSP replacement parts will fit right and work right, because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every new

Whirlpool appliance.

qf you must call or write, please provide: model number, serial number, date of purchase, and a complete of the problem.

This description information is needed in order to better respond to your request for assistance.

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WHIRLPOOU DRYER

WARRANTY

DR001

LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR

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 a franchised

TECH-CARE ° service company.

WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR

A. Service calls to:

1. Correct the installation of the dryer.

2. Instruct you how to use the dryer.

3, Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing.

4. Replace light bulbs.

B. Repairs when dryer is used in other than normal, single-family household use.

C. Pick up and delivery.

This product is designed the home.

D. Damage to dryer caused by accident, of God or use of products not approved to be repaired

misuse, fire, flood, by Whirlpool.

acts in

WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSE-

QUENTIAL DAMAGES, Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Outside the United States, a different warranty may apply.

For details, please contact your franchised Whirlpool distributor or military exchange.

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