Whirlpool 8578185 Cycle time too short, Lint on load, Stains on load or drum, Loads are wrinkled

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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.

Is the dryer located in a room with temperature below 45ºF (7ºC)?

Proper operation of dryer cycles requires temperatures above 45ºF (7ºC).

Is the dryer located in a closet?

Closet doors must have ventilation openings at the top and bottom of the door. The front of the dryer requires a minimum of 1" (2.5 cm) of airspace, and, for most installations, the rear of the dryer requires 5½" (14 cm). See the Installation Instructions.

Has an air dry cycle been selected?

Select the right cycle for the types of garments being dried. See “Cycles.”

Is the load too large and heavy to dry quickly? Separate the load to tumble freely.

Cycle time too short

WARNING

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install dryer. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

Is the automatic cycle ending early?

The load may not be contacting the sensor strips. Level the dryer.

Change the dryness level setting on Automatic Cycles. Increasing or decreasing the dryness level will change the amount of drying time in a cycle.

Lint on load

Is the lint screen clogged?

Clean lint screen. Check for air movement.

Stains on load or drum

Was dryer fabric softener properly used?

Add dryer fabric softener sheets at the beginning of the cycle. Fabric softener sheets added to a partially dried load can stain your garments.

Drum stains are caused by dyes in clothing (usually blue jeans). This will not transfer to other clothing.

Loads are wrinkled

Was the load removed from dryer at the end of the cycle?

Was the dryer overloaded?

Dry smaller loads that can tumble freely.

Odors

Have you recently been painting, staining or varnishing in the area where your dryer is located?

If so, ventilate the area. When the odors or fumes are gone from the area, rewash and dry the clothing.

Is the dryer being used for the first time?

The new electric heating element may have an odor. The odor will be gone after the first cycle.

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Contents 8578185 Electronic Electric DryerTable of Contents Your safety and the safety of others are very important Dryer SafetyTools and Parts Installation InstructionsOptions Dryer Dimensions Installation clearancesLocation Requirements You will needMobile home Additional installation requirements Minimum installation spacing for cabinet installationMobile home installations require Recessed or closet installation Dryer on pedestalIt is your responsibility Electrical RequirementsElectrical Connection Style 1 Power supply cord strain relief Power Supply Cord Direct WireElectrical Connection Style 2 Direct wire strain relief Wire connection Power supply cordRemove center silver-colored terminal block screw Wire connection Direct wireBDE CG F Optional 3-wire connection Venting Requirements If using an existing vent systemIf this is a new vent system Vent material Alternate installations for close clearances Optional exhaust installationsPlan Vent System Special provisions for mobile home installations Install Vent SystemVent system chart Determine vent pathComplete Installation Install Leveling LegsLevel Dryer Connect VentStarting Your Dryer Dryer USETo use an Automatic Cycle Stopping Your Dryer Pausing or RestartingControl Locked Drying and Cycle TipsCycles Status LightsAdditional Features Drying Rack End of Cycle SignalCleaning the Lint Screen Cleaning the Dryer LocationCleaning the Dryer Interior Dryer CareChanging the Drum Light Vacation and Moving CareDryer Operation TroubleshootingLint on load Cycle time too shortStains on load or drum Loads are wrinkledIf you need replacement parts Assistance or ServiceFor assistance and service Accessories U.S.APage 8578185 Whirlpool Corporation Major Appliance Warranty