Whirlpool 3401083 Use And Care Manual

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UseAndCare A Note to You.. ...................... 2 Dryer Safety ....................... 3-4 Parts and Features .............. .5 Operating Your Dryer.. ........ .6 Before starting your dryer . . . 6 Starting your dryer . . ...

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I - _--. A Note to You Thank you for buying a Whirlpool@ appliance. Because your life is getting busier and more complicated, Whirlpool dryers are easy to use, save time, and help you manage your home better. To ...

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- Dryer Safety Your safety is important to us. This guide contains safety statements under warning symbols. Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explana- ti...

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Imt3ortant Safetv Instructions To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons when using your dryer, follow basic precautions, including the following: l Read all instructions before using your dryer...

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Parts and Features The parts and features of your dryer are illustrated below. Become familiar with all parts and features before using your dryer. Page references are included next to some features. Refer to those p...

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Operating Your Dryer The information in this section helps you learn to use your dryer efficiently and safely. Refer to “Laundry Tips” on page 17 for additional information on sorting, loading and drying most type...

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Selecting the right cycle and setting The following pages describe the cycles on your dryer. Refer to the charts on pages 9-10 for help in selecting drying cycles. Drying guidelines l Always follow care labels direc...

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Fluff Air Cycle (on some models) The Fluff Air cycle has no heat. Use this un- heated cycle to fluff or air dry bedding, plastic tablecloths, foam pil- lows, sneakers, etc. See the Warning and the chart on page ...

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Drying cycles chart Use the chart below to guide you when making drying selections. The chart sug- gests heat settings and drying times for various loads. NOTES: l Use an Automatic cycle to dry most loads. l Use ...

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Fluff Air cycle or line drying The chart below includes examples of items that require drying without heat. Use the Fluff Air cycle (if available on your dryer model), or place the items on a line or rack to air...

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End-of-Cycle signal (on some models) The dryer sounds a signal to let you know when the cycle is finished. The signal is helpful A .\ when you are drying perma- nent press, synthetics, and l!iJ other items that s...

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Using the drying rack (on some models) The drying rack lets you dry items that you may not want to tumble. The rack does not move, but the drum turns. 5. Select the Timed drying cycle (and temperature if needed)...

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Caring for Your Dryer Proper care of your dryer can extend its life. This section explains how to care for your dryer properly and safely. Cleaning the lint screen Every load cleaning The lint screen is located un...

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Cleaning the dryer interior Garments which contain unstable dyes, such as denim blue jeans or brightly colored cotton items, may discolor the dryer interior. To clean dryer drum: 1. Make a paste with detergent and ve...

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- Removing accumulated lint Lint can gather inside the dryer and be a fuel for fire. Lint should be removed every 2 to 3 years, or more often, depending on dryer usage. Cleaning should be done by a qualified pers...

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If your dryer Is gas and has a full front panel, remove front panel as follows: 1. Unplug the power supply cord or turn off the electrical power. 2. Open lint screen lid. Remove two screws from lint screen area. 3....

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Laundry Tips This section provides information on preparing clothes for drying, drying guidelines, and instructions for drying special-care items. NOTES: l Refer to your washer Use and Care Guide for proper washing tec...

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Using dryer fabric softeners Dryer fabric softeners are recommended for reducing static cling and for softening fabrics. Always follow package instructions carefully. l Put one fabric softener sheet on top of the load b...

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Drying special-care items Most garments and household textiles have manufacturer’s care labels with laundering instructions. Always follow care label directions when they are available. Pages 9 and 10 include drying inst...

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ITEMS Napped items l Corduroy, velveteen Quilted, down- filled items DRYING INSTRUCTIONS Dry separately or with similar colors to avoid lint transfer. Follow care label instructions. 1. Remove from dryer while there is...

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Troubleshooting Most laundering problems are easily solved if you understand the cause. Check the following list for laundry problems you may have and their possible causes. Also refer to the next page for a dryer ch...

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Common dryer problems Before calling for service, check these: q Is the power cord plugged in? Have you blown a fuse or tripped the circuit breaker? For gas dryers, are the valves open on the dryer and the supply ...

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Setiice - Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting” on pages 21-22. lt may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below. 1. If you need...

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Index This index is alphabetical. Look for the word or phrase you want, and then look for the page number. TOPIC PAGE AIR DRYING ............................................ 10 AUTOMATIC cycles ...............................

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-- - - WHIRLPOOL@ Dryer Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY FSPQ replacement parts and repair labor to correct From Date of Purchase defects in materials or workmanship. Service ...