Whirlpool 240-volt Dryer Safety, Your safety and the safety of others is very important

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Dryer Safety

Your safety and the safety of others is very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appli- ance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol.

This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.” These words mean:

wDANGER

wWARNING

You will be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.

All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

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Contents 3977625 Volt Compact Electric DryerPlease record your model’s information Thank you for buying a Whirlpool applianceYour safety and the safety of others is very important Dryer SafetyImportant Safety Instructions Before starting installation Installation InstructionsHow to install your dryer InstallationParts supplied with the dryer Installing the leveling legs If Your Home Has You Will Be Connecting ToElectrical Requirements Electrical Connection OptionsGrounding Instructions Three-Wire Electrical Connection to ReceptacleHold-down screw Wire Connection with Frame-Grounding ConductorOn next Three-Wire Electrical Connection Direct WireWhite Alternate Connection Grounding Instructions Make Four-Wire Electrical Connection to ReceptacleWire Connection with Frame-Grounding Conductor Fire Hazard Four-Wire Electrical Connection Direct WireBare copper wire Neutral Exhaust requirements Exhaust airflow Determining vent length To determine maximum vent lengthExhaust Hood Type Minimum installation spacing Recessed area and closet installationMobile home installation Parts and Features Using Your Dryer Starting your dryerStopping and restarting your dryer End of cycle signal Selecting the right cycle and settingLoading Automatic Permanent Press/ Regular Cycle Type of Load Cycle Selecting the right cycle and settingCaring for Your Dryer Cleaning the lint screenEvery load cleaning As needed cleaningRemoving accumulated lint from inside the dryer cabinet Cleaning the dryer interiorTroubleshooting Common drying problemsProblem Cause Solution Items Lint in loadStains on LoadAssist you. When calling Assistance or ServiceIf you need assistance or service If you need replacement partsWhirlpool Dryer Warranty