Manuel d'utilisation / d'entretien du produit 3401092 du fabricant Whirlpool
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A Note to You Thank you for buying a Whirlpool ® appliance. Because your life is getting busier and more complicated, Whirlpool dryers are easy to use, save time, and help you manage your home better. To ensure that you enjoy years of trouble- free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide.
Dryer Safety Your safety is important to us. This guide contains safety statements under warning symbols. Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explana- tion of the use of the symbol. and electrical shock.
Important Safety Instructions To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons when using your dryer, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Read all instructions before using your dryer. • Dryer must be electrically grounded.
Parts and Features The parts and features of your dryer are illustrated below. Become familiar with all parts and features before using your dryer. Page references are included next to some features. Refer to those pages for more information about the features.
Operating Your Dryer The information in this section helps you learn to use your dryer efficiently and safely. Refer to "Laundry Tips" on page 17 for additional information on sorting, loading, and drying most types of washables.
Selecting the right cycle and setting The following pages describe the cycles on your dryer. Refer to the charts on pages 9-10 for help in selecting drying cycles.
Heavy Dry Cycle (on some models) Use Heavy Dry and a high heat setting to dry large items or items that are thicker or heavier than a regular load (such as heavy cotton bath sheets or robes). Damp Dry Cycle (on some models) Use Damp Dry to dry items to damp level or to dry items that do not require an entire drying cycle.
Drying cycles chart Use the chart below to help you make drying selections. The chart suggests heat settings and drying times for various loads. NOTES: • Use an Automatic cycle to dry most loads. • Use a Timed cycle only if the recom- mended Automatic cycle is not available.
Fluff Air cycle or line drying The chart below includes examples of items that require drying without heat. Use the Fluff Air cycle (if available on your dryer model), or place the items on a line or rack to air dry. NOTES: • Heat-sensitive fabrics should not be dried in the dryer.
End of Cycle signal (on some models) The dryer sounds a signal to let you know when the cycle is finished. The signal is helpful when you are drying permanent press, synthetics, and other items " that should be removed from the dryer as soon as it stops.
Using the drying rack (on some models) The drying rack lets you dry items that you may not want to tumble. The rack does not move, but the drum turns. 1. Fit rear legs of the rack into indentations in the back wall of the dryer. Lower the front so the legs rest on the dryer opening.
Caring for Your Dryer Proper care of your dryer can extend its life. This section explains how to care for your dryer properly and safely. Cleaning the lint screen Every load cleaning The lint screen is located under a lid on top of the dryer. Clean it before each load.
Cleaning the dryer interior Garments which contain unstable dyes, such as denim blue jeans or brightly colored cotton items, may discolor the dryer interior. To clean dryer drum: 1. Make a paste with detergent and very warm water. 2. Apply paste to a soft cloth and scrub area _ until all excess dye is removed.
Removing accumulated lint Lint can gather inside the dryer and be a fuel for fire. Lint should be removed every 2 to 3 years, or more often, depending on dryer usage. Cleaning should be done by a qualified person. If you have any questions or comments, please call our Consumer Assistance Center at 1-800-253-1301.
If your dryer is gas and has a full front panel, remove front panel as follows: 1. Unplug the power supply cord or turn off the electrical power. 2. Open lint screen lid. Remove two screws from lint screen area. 3. Open top by pulling forward and up at each front corner (see View A).
Laundry Tips This section provides information on preparing clothes for drying, drying guidelines, and instructions for drying special-care items. NOTES: • Refer to your Washer Use and Care Guide for proper washing techniques and additional laundry tips.
Using dryer fabric softeners Dryer fabric softeners are recommended for reducing static cling and for softening fabrics. Always follow package instructions carefully. • Put one fabric softener sheet on top of the .oad ore.t r.ng,he dryer. Do not add a fabric softener sheet after the drying cycle has started.
Drying special-care items Most garments and household textiles have manufacturer's care labels with laundering instructions. Always follow care label directions when they are available. Pages 9 and 10 include drying instructions for most types of washables.
ITEMS Napped items • Corduroy, velveteen Quilted, down- filled items Snowsuits, jackets • Nylon or polyester Tinted, dyed, or noncolorfast items Washable knits DRYING INSTRUCTIONS Dry separately or with similar colors to avoid lint transfer. Follow care label instructions.
Troubleshooting Most laundering problems are easily solved if you understand the cause. Check the following list for laundry problems you may have and their possible causes. Also refer to the next page for a dryer checklist which can help you solve some simple problems without calling for service.
Common dryer problems Before calling for service, check these: Is the dryer door firmly closed? Are the controls set in an ON position? Did you firmly push the Start Button? Is lint screen clogged wit.
Requesting Assistance or Service Before calling for assistance or service, please check "Troubleshooting" on pages 21-22. It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below. 1. If you need assistance* .
Index This index is alphabetical. Look for the word or phrase you want, and then look for the page number. TOPIC PAGE TOPIC PAGE AIR DRYING ............................................ 10 AUTOMATIC cycles ................................... 7 CARE/CLEAN ING Dryer interior .
WHIRLPOOU Dryer Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY FSP ® replacement parts and repair labor to correct From Date of Purchase defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpool service company.
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