Whirlpool 240-VOLT ELECTRIC DRYER manual Dryer USE, Starting YourDryer, StoppingandRestarting

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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).

Do not dry items containing foam, rubber, or plastic in this dryer.

Doing so can result in death or fire.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.

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

IMPORTANT: For best performance, do not use fabric softener sheets in this dryer. You may use liquid fabric softener in the washer.

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.Press the POWER button to turn the dryer on. The indicator light will glow to indicate that the power is on.

4.Press the TEMPERATURE button to select the recommended temperature setting for the type of load being dried. See “Temperature Control.”

5.Turn the cycle knob to the recommended setting for the type of load being dried. See “Drying, Cycle, and Temperature Tips.”

6.After a short beep sounds, press the START button.

StoppingandRestarting

To stop your dryer at any time

Turn the cycle knob to the STOP position or open the door.

To restart the dryer

1.Close the door.

2.Select a new cycle and temperature (if desired).

3.After the beep sounds, press the START button.

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Contents 8565592A Electric DryerTable of Contents Your safety and the safety of others are very important Dryer SafetyToolsandParts Installation InstructionsLocationRequirements Electrical Requirements Recessed or closet installation Dryer onlyIt is your responsibility Mobile Home Additional Location RequirementsIf connecting by direct wire If using a power supply cordIf your outlet looks like this Direct Wire Power Supply CordElectrical Connection DEF Wire connection Power supply cordCE F Wire connection Direct WireVentingRequirements Special provisions for mobile home installations Alternate installation for close clearancesPlan VentSystem Determine vent lengthCompleteInstallation Install VentSystemLevelDryer ConnectVentStarting YourDryer Dryer USEStoppingandRestarting To stop your dryer at any timeDrying,Cycle,andTemperatureTips ChangingCyclesandTemperaturesCycles CleaningtheDryer Location TemperatureControlCleaningtheLintScreen Dryer CareCleaningtheControlPanel CleaningtheDryerInteriorRemovingAccumulatedLint VacationandMovingCareTroubleshooting TheU.S.A Assistance or ServicePage 8565592A Whirlpool Corporation will not pay for