Whirlpool W10240879B - SP Cycles, Automatic Cycle Settings, Timed Cycle Settings, Air Dry

Cycles

NOTE: Not all cycles are available on all models.

Select the drying cycle that matches the type of load you are drying. See the Automatic Cycle Settings or Timed Cycle Settings chart.

Cycle Control knob

Automatic Cycles

Automatic Cycles allow you to match the cycle to the load you are drying. See the following Automatic Cycle Settings chart. Each cycle dries certain fabrics at the recommended temperature.

A sensor detects the moisture in the load and automatically adjusts the drying time for optimal drying. Press the DRYNESS button to adjust the default dryness level.

Automatic Cycle Settings

Automatic Cycles	Temperature	Est.
Load Type		Cycle
		Time
		(Minutes)
HEAVY DUTY	High	40
Heavyweight items, towels, jeans
ECO NORMAL	Medium	35
Designed for average size loads
of medium weight where
improved energy is desired
NORMAL	Medium	35
Jackets, pillows, corduroys, work
clothes, sheets
CASUAL	Low	35
Permanent press, synthetics
DELICATE	Extra Low	30
Lingerie, blouses, washable
woolens
DAMP DRY	Low	20
Clothes to come out suitable
for ironing

If loads do not seem as dry as you would like, select More Dry next time you dry a similar load.

Timed Cycles

Use Timed Cycles to select a specific amount of drying time and a drying temperature. When a Timed Cycle is selected, the Estimated Time Remaining display shows the actual time remaining in your cycle.

Press the TEMP button to change the drying temperature from the default setting.

Press the MORE TIME or LESS TIME button to increase or decrease the drying time. Tap MORE TIME or LESS TIME and the time will change by 1-minute intervals. Press and holdMORE TIME or LESS TIME and the time will change by 5-minute intervals.

Timed Cycle Settings

Timed Cycles	Default	Default Cycle
Load Type	Temperature	Time*
		(Minutes)
TIMED DRY	High	80
Heavyweight items,
bulky items, bedspreads,
work clothes
SMALL LOAD	Medium	27
2-3 items
TOUCH UP	Medium	20
Slightly damp items, and to
remove wrinkles

*Reset time to complete drying, if needed.

Air Dry

Use the Air Dry temperature setting with Timed Cycles for items that require drying without heat such as rubber, plastic, and heat-sensitive fabrics. This chart shows examples of items that can be dried using Air Dry.

Type of Load	Est.
	Time*
	(Minutes)
Foam rubber - pillows, padded bras, stuffed toys	20 - 30
Plastic - shower curtains, tablecloths	20 - 30
Rubber-backed rugs	40 - 50
Olefin, polypropylene, sheer nylon	10 - 20

*Reset time to complete drying, if needed.

When using Air Dry

■Check that coverings are securely stitched.

■Shake and fluff pillows by hand periodically during the cycle.

■Dry item completely. Foam rubber pillows are slow to dry.

NOTE: Automatic Cycles are not available when using the Air Dry setting.

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