CARING FOR YOUR DRYER

Changing the drum light

(on some models)

If your dryer has a drum light, it will be one of two types, as shown. The dryer light automatically turns on inside the dryer drum when you open the door.

wWARNING

Fire Hazard

Replace light bulb cover before operating dryer.

Failure to do so can result in death or fire.

To change drum light type 1:

1.Unplug the dryer or disconnect the electricity leading to the dryer at the main power supply.

2.Open the dryer door. Remove the light bulb cover from the back wall of the dryer by

turning the cover clockwise.

To change drum light type 2:

1.Unplug the dryer or disconnect the elec- tricity leading to the dryer at the main power supply.

2.Open the dryer door. Remove the light bulb cover from the back wall of the dryer by removing the screw located in the lower

right corner of the cover.

3.Remove the light bulb by turning it counterclockwise.

4.Replace the bulb with a 40-watt appliance bulb only.

5.Replace the light bulb cover and lock in place by turning

counterclockwise.

3.Remove the light bulb by turning it coun- terclockwise.

4.Replace the bulb with a 10-watt appliance bulb only.

5.Replace the light bulb cover.

6.Reconnect power supply.

16

6. Reconnect power supply.

Page 16
Image 16
Whirlpool 3405792 manual Changing the drum light, To change drum light type