Whirlpool IES5000RQ0 Dryer USE, Starting YourDryer, DryingRackOption, To use the drying rack

DRYER USE

Starting YourDryer

WARNING

Explosion Hazard

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer.

Do not dry anything that has ever had anything flammable on it (even after washing).

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, explosion, or fire.

WARNING

Fire Hazard

No washer can completely remove oil.

Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on it (including cooking oils).

Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be dried on a clothesline or by using an Air Cycle.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire.

This booklet covers several different models. Your dryer may not have all of the cycles and features described.

Before using your dryer, wipe the dryer drum with a damp cloth to remove dust from storing and shipping.

1.Clean the lint screen before or after each cycle. See “Cleaning the Lint Screen.”

2.Load clothes loosely into the dryer and close the door. Do not pack the dryer. Allow space for clothes to tumble freely.

3.Turn the Cycle Control knob to the recommended cycle for the type of load being dried. Use the Energy Preferred Automatic Setting (*) setting to dry most heavy to medium weight fabrics.

Temperature is included in the cycle selections. See “Dryer Cycle Descriptions” (separate sheet) for temperature suggestions.

4.(OPTIONAL) Your dryer may have a WRINKLE PREVENT™ feature selector. When you are unable to remove a load from the dryer as soon as it stops, wrinkles can form. This feature periodically tumbles, rearranges and fluffs the load without heat to avoid wrinkling.

5.(OPTIONAL) Your dryer may have an End Of Cycle Signal. The signal is helpful when drying items that should be removed from the dryer as soon as it stops.

■On some models, the End of Cycle Signal is fixed.

■On other models, the End of Cycle signal is part of the Start button and is selectable. Turn the PUSH TO START button to ON or OFF. The signal will sound only if the selector is set to On.

6.If desired, add fabric softener sheet. Follow package instructions.

7.Press the PUSH TO START button.

Stopping and Restarting

You can stop your dryer anytime during a cycle.

To stop your dryer

Open the dryer door or turn the Cycle Control knob to OFF.

NOTE: The Cycle Control knob should point to an Off area when the dryer is not in use.

To restart your dryer

Close the door. Select a new cycle and temperature (if desired). Press the PUSH TO START button.

How Automatic Drying Works

During the Automatic Drying Cycle, the exhaust temperature of the dryer determines the drying time and dryness levels. A thermostat signals the Cycle Control Knob when to move into Cool Down. The drying time for an Automatic Drying Cycle depends on load type and load size. When drying a large or heavy load, the Cycle Control Knob may take a long time before it begins to advance into Cool Down. Automatic Drying Cycle takes the guesswork out of drying time and enhances fabric care. The amount of time that is displayed is the estimated time remaining in the cycle.

DryingRackOption

Use the Drying Rack to dry items such as sweaters and pillows without tumbling. The drum turns, but the rack does not move.

If your model does not have a drying rack, you may be able to purchase one for your model. To find out whether your model allows drying rack usage and for ordering information, please refer to the front page of your manual or contact the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer.

NOTE: The rack must be removed for normal tumbling. Do not use the automatic cycle with the drying rack.

To use the drying rack

1.Place drying rack in dryer. Slide rear pegs into the dimples on the back wall of the dryer. Lower the front legs to rest on the dryer opening.

2.Put wet items on top of rack, leaving space between items. Do not allow items to hang over the edge of the rack. Close the door.

3.Select a timed drying cycle and temperature, or an air cycle. Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be dried on a clothesline or by using an air cycle. Refer to the following table.

4.Start the dryer. Reset cycle to complete drying, if needed.

Rack Dry	Cycle	Temp	Time
Washable wool items (block	Timed	Low	60 min.
to shape, lay flat on rack)	Dry
Stuffed toys/pillows (cotton	Timed	Low	60 min.
or polyester filled)	Dry
Stuffed toys/pillows	Air Dry	N/A	90 min.
Foam rubber filled	(no heat)

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