Items shrinking
■Was the dryer overloaded?
Dry smaller loads that can tumble freely.
■Did the load overdry?
Check the manufacturer’s care label. Match dryer setting to load type. See “Cycles.”
Loads are wrinkled
■Was load removed from dryer at the end of the cycle?
■Was dryer overloaded?
Dry smaller loads that can tumble freely.
■Did load overdry?
Check the manufacturer’s care label. Match dryer setting to load type. See “Cycles.”
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.
Garment damage
■Check the following:
Were zippers, snaps, and hooks left open?
Were strings and sashes tied to prevent tangling? Were care label instructions followed?
Were items damaged before drying?
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE
Before calling for assistance or service, please check
“Troubleshooting.” It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below.
When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete model and serial number of your appliance. This information will help us to better respond to your request.
If you need replacement parts
If you need to order replacement parts, we recommend that you use only FSP® factory specified parts. These parts will fit right and work right because they are made with the same precision used to build every new WHIRLPOOL® appliance. To locate FSP® replacement parts in your area, call our Customer Interaction Center telephone number or your nearest designated service center.
For assistance and service
Call the Whirlpool Customer Interaction Center toll free:
Our consultants provide assistance with:
■Features and specifications on our full line of appliances
■Installation information
■Use and maintenance procedures
■Accessory and repair parts sales
■Specialized customer assistance (Spanish speaking, hearing impaired, limited vision, etc.)
■Referrals to local dealers, repair parts distributors, and service companies
Whirlpool designated service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide
To locate the Whirlpool designated service company in your area, you can also look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages.
For further assistance
If you need further assistance, you can write to Whirlpool Corporation with any questions or concerns at:
Whirlpool Corporation
Customer Interaction Center
553 Benson Road
Benton Harbor, MI
Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.
Accessories U.S.A.
To order accessories, call the Whirlpool Customer Interaction Center toll free at
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