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Use & Care Guide
ELECTRIC DRYER
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W10557650B
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ELECTRIC DRYER TABLE OF CONTENTS DRYER SAFETY ............................................................2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ......................................4 CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES ..................................4 CYCLE GUIDE ...................................................................5 USING YOUR DRYER .......................................................6 DRYER CARE ....................................................................7 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES 4 1 2 3 5 3 POWER 1 START Press to turn the dryer on and off. Indicator light will flash Press to start a cycle. Indicator light will glow to indicate to indicate the power is on. the cycle has started. 4 CYCLE CONTROL KNOB 2 TEMPERATURE Use your dryer’s Cycle Control knob to select available The Temperature Control button lets you choose between cycles on your dryer. Turn the knob to select a cycle a normal and low drying temperature. fo
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CYCLE GUIDE — SENSOR DRY CYCLES Use Sensor Dry Cycles for better fabric care and energy savings ™ ® When you are using the GentleBreeze Drying System with IntelliDry Sensor, two metal strips located in the dryer determine the dryness of the load. When there is moisture left in the clothes, the dryer will continue to run. As clothes begin to dry, the amount of water left in the clothes decreases, and the timer advances through the remainder of the cycle. When the selected dryness level is rea
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USING YOUR DRYER WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance. 3. Press POWER 1. Clean the lint screen Press the POWER button to turn on the dryer. The indicator light will flash to indicate that the power is on. 4. Press TEMPERATURE Clean the lint screen before each load. Pull the lint screen straight up. Open lint screen. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers. Do not rinse or wash scr
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DRYER CARE 5. Select the desired cycle CLEANING THE DRYER LOCATION Keep dryer area clear and free from items that would block the air flow for proper dryer operation. This includes clearing piles of laundry in front of the dryer. Select the desired cycle for your load. See the “Cycle Guide” for more information about each cycle. NOTE: Most loads may be dried using the Normal dryness level, which is shown in bold letters on the control panel. Normal is the energy preferred dryness level and
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CLEANING THE LINT SCREEN VACATION, STORAGE, AND MOVING CARE Every load cleaning Install and store your dryer where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in the hoses, freezing can damage The lint screen is located in the door opening of the dryer. your dryer. If storing or moving your dryer during freezing The control panel has an indicator light to remind you to weather, winterize it. clean the lint screen before each load. A screen blocked by lint can increase drying time. Non
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS TOOLS AND PARTS Parts needed: (Not supplied with dryer) Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Vent clamps Vent elbows and ductwork Tools needed: Additional parts may be required, depending on your installation. Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply and venting. Read “Electrical Requirements” and “Venting Requirements” before purchasing parts. If using a power supply cord: Use a UL listed power sup
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DRYER DIMENSIONS LOCATION REQUIREMENTS Check code requirements. Some codes limit, or do not permit, Front view: installing dryer in garages, closets, mobile homes, or sleeping 3 23 /8" quarters. Contact your local building inspector. (594 mm) 1 33 /4" (845 mm) You will need: Side view: n A location allowing for pr oper exhaust installation. See “Venting Requirements.” 39" n A separate 30 amp cir cuit. (991 mm) 1 23 /4" n If using power supply cor d, a grounded electrical outlet (603 mm) lo
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Installation spacing for recessed area Recessed or closet installation – Stacked with stack kit: or closet installation n All dimensions show r ecommended and minimum spacing 12" allowed. (305 mm) n Additional spacing should be consider ed for ease of installation and servicing. n Additional clearances might be r equired for wall, door, floor moldings, and dryer venting. 3" (76 mm) n Additional spacing should be consider ed on all sides of the 2 48 in. 2 dryer to reduce noise transfer.
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If your outlet looks like this: ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS Then choose a 4-wire power supply cord with It is your responsibility: ring or spade terminals and UL listed strain relief. The 4-wire power supply cord, at least n To contact a qualified electrical installer. 4 ft. (1.22 m) long, must have four 10-gauge n To be sure that the electrical connection is adequate and in copper wires and match a 4-wire receptacle of conformance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA NEMA Type 14-3
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ELECTRIC INSTALLATION For power supply cord installations: For direct wire installations: Before you start: disconnect power. 2. Remove terminal block cover 1. Choose electrical connection type Power supply cord 4-wire receptacle (NEMA Type 14-30R). Go to “Power Supply Cord Connection.” Power supply cord 3-wire receptacle (NEMA Type 10-30R). Go to “Power Supply Cord Connection.” 4-wire direct connection: Go to “Direct Wire Connection.” 3-wire direct connection: Remove hold-down screw and termina
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4-Wire Power Supply Cord Connection Power Supply Cord Connection IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile Power supply cord strain relief: homes and where local codes do not permit the use of 3-wire connections. 1. Attach power supply cord to strain relief Locking Nut 4-wire receptacle (NEMA 4-prong plug type 14-30R) A B C Spade terminals with Ring terminals Unscrew the strain relief (A) from the terminal block cover. upturned ends Unscrew the strain relief nut (B) from the st
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3. Connect remaining wires 1. Remove center screw B Remove center terminal block screw (B). Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws. Tighten screws. Replace the terminal block cover on the back of the dryer. Tighten strain relief nut. Now, go to “Venting Requirements.” 2. Connect neutral wire 3-Wire Power Supply Cord Connection Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire. B D 3-wire receptacle (NEMA 3-prong plug type 10-30R) Connect neutra
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5" (127 mm) Direct Wire Connection 3. Connect power supply cable wire If your wiring looks like this: 4-wire direct connection: Go to “4-Wire Direct Connection” on this page. B If your wiring looks like this: D 3-wire direct connection: Go to “3-Wire Direct Connection” A on page 17. E 4-Wire Direct Wire Connection IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes Place hooked end of ground wire (E) (green and where local codes do not permit 3-wire connections. or bare) of
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3½" (89 mm) 3-Wire Direct Wire Connection 3. Connect neutral wire Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire. 1. Prepare your 3-wire cable B for direct connection D Place hooked end of neutral wire (white or center) (D) of direct wire cable under center terminal block screw (B), hook facing right. Squeeze hooked end together. Tighten screw. Direct wire cable must have 5 ft. (1.52 m) of extra length so dryer may be moved if needed. 1 Strip 3 /2
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Exhaust hoods: VENTING n An exhaust hood should cap the vent to keep rodents and insects from entering the home. Venting Requirements n Must be at least 12" (305 mm) from ground or any object that may obstruct exhaust (such as flowers, rocks, bushes, or snow). n Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch. Recommended Styles: Louvered Hood Box Hood Acceptable Style: WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and
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Special provisions for mobile homes: Plan Vent System Exhaust vent must be securely fastened to a noncombustible portion of mobile home and must not terminate beneath the Choose your exhaust installation type mobile home. Terminate exhaust vent outside. Recommended exhaust installation: A B C D E F G B H A. Dryer F. Rigid metal or flexible metal vent B. Elbow G. Vent length necessary C. Wall to connect elbows D. Exhaust hood H. Exhaust outlet E. Clamps Determine vent path: Alternate instal
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CONNECT VENT Install Vent System 1. Install exhaust hood 12" min. (305 mm) 1. Connect vent to exhaust outlet 12" min. (305 mm) Install exhaust hood and use caulking compound to seal exterior wall opening around exhaust hood. 2. Connect vent to exhaust hood Using a 4" (102 mm) clamp, connect vent to exhaust outlet in dryer. If connecting to existing vent, make sure vent is clean. Dryer vent must fit over dryer exhaust outlet and inside exhaust hood. Check that vent is secured to exhaust hoo
