Whirlpool REL3612BW2 warranty Understanding your responsibilities

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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.

*Dryer must be electrically grounded. See the Installation Instructions.

l Do not machine wash or machine dry items cleaned, washed, soaked in. or spotted with wax, paint, gasoline, oil, dry cleaning solvents, or other flammable fluids. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion. Always hand wash and line dry items containing these materials.

l Do not wash or dry items that are soiled with vegetable or cooking oil. These items may contain some oil after Iaun- dering. Due to the remaining oil, the fabric may smoke or catch fire by Itself.

l Store flammable solvents or fluids away from your dryer.

l Dry cleaning solbents or fluids SholJld never be put directly into your dryer.

l Do not let dust, lint, paper, rags, chemi- cals, etc. pile up (around or under the dryer.

l Do not allow lint to buildup inside the dryer or exhaust system. Cleaning should be done periodically by a qualified person.

l Do not allow children to operate, play with or crawl inside your dryer. Supervise children when your dryer is used near children.

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

l Install and/or store dryer where it will not be exposed to the weather.

l Do not tamper with the controls.

l Do not dry rubber, rubber-like, or heat- sensitive materials with heat.

l Unplug the power supply cord or turn off electrical power before attempting to service your dryer. Also, shut off gas valve if you have a gas dryer.

l When removing from service or discard- ing a dryer, always remove the door to prevent accidental entrapment.

McLean lint screen before or after each load.

l Use only fabric softeners specifically labeled as not being harmful to the dryer.

Understanding your responsibilities

lBe sure that your dryer:

-is located in an area where the temperature is above 45°F (i’“C).

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

-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 properly maintained, repaired ancl has parts replaced by a qualified Iperson.

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

-is not used by anyone unable to operate it properly.

l 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.

*See the Installation Instructions for com- plete information.

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Contents UseAndCare Thank you for buying a Roper@ appliance Please record your model’s informationDryer Safety Your safety is important to usUnderstanding your responsibilities Parts and Features Other doors Other features NotOperating Y’our Dryer Before starting your dryerStarting your dryer Stopping/restartin!g your dryerDrying guidelines Selecting the right cycle and settingCycle descriptions On some models Understanding the End-of-Cycle signalWrinkle Prevent Drying cycles chart Type of LoadDelicates Automatic CycleType of Load Delicate Fabrics No Heat/Fluff or Air cycle, or line dryingCotton and Canvas Shoes Available as an accessory on Using the drying rackSome models Lint signal Every load Cleaning As needed cleaningCaring for Your Dryer Lint ScxeenCleaning the dryer interior Vacation careRemoving accumulated LintRemove screws before opening top ’ View a View B Laundry Tips Sorting clothesChoosing load sizes Drying tipsUsing dryer fabric softeners Saving energyItems Drying special-care itemsDrying Instructions Napped items Common laundrv problems TroubleshootingProblem Cause Common dryer problems If you need service If you are not satisfied with how the problem was solvedReauestina Assistance or If you need assistanceIndex Dryer Warranty Length of Warranty What WE will PAY for Full ONE-YEARWarranty What WE will not PAY for