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ELECTRIC DRYER
Use & Care Guide
Table of Contents................................................. 2
FOR MODELS: 3RLEC8600
3RLEQ8033
3RLEQ8600
W10131582C
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TABLE OF CONTENTS DRYER SAFETY..............................................................................2 Drying Rack (optional) ..................................................................8 DRYER DISPOSAL .........................................................................4 DRYER CARE..................................................................................9 Cleaning the Dryer Location.........................................................9 PARTS AND FEATURES...........
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WA RNING: To reduce the risk of fire electric shock, or injury to persons when using the dryer, follow basic precautions, including the following: Read all instructions before using the dryer. Before the dryer is removed from service or discarded, remove the doors to the drying compartment. Keep a minimum clearance of 102 mm (4 in.) between the rear of the dryer and any wall. Do not reach into the dryer if the drum is moving. A door switch
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DRYER DISPOSAL This appliance is marked according to the European directive 2002/ 96/ EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help avoid potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The symbol on the product, or on the documents accompanying the product, indicates that this appliance may not be treated as house
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PARTS AND FEATURES A B D C E A. Control panel Additional features your dryer may have B. Model and serial number label Super wide-swing reversible door End of Cycle Signal selector C. Dryer drum Wrinkle Guard selector D. Lint screen Automatic Dry sensor E. Wide-opening door Optional purchase Drying rack Control Panel (example) 5
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CHECKING YOUR VENT DRYER USE Your dryer must be properly installed and vented to achieve maximum drying ef ciency and shorten drying times. Use the Starting Your Dryer minimum recommended installation clearances found in the Installation Instructions. Refer to the Installation Instructions for more information. WARNING WARNING Explosion Hazard Keep ammable materials and vapors, such as petrol, Fire Hazard away from dryer. Use a heavy metal vent. Do not dry anything that has ever had anyth
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3. Turn the Cycle Control knob to the recommended cycle for Use a Low Heat setting for drying lightweight items such as the type of load being dried. See “Drying, Cycle, and lingerie, blouses, dresses, and some knits. Temperature Tips.” Line dry bonded or laminated fabrics. 4. Select a temperature setting on models with a temperature NOTE: If you have questions about drying temperatures for selector. The cycle descriptions include temperature setting various loads, refer to the care label di
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Wrinkle Guard II™ When you are unable to remove a load from the dryer as soon as Additional Features it stops, wrinkles can form. The Wrinkle Guard II feature This manual covers several different models. Your dryer may not periodically tumbles, rearranges and uffs the load for up to have all of the features described. 30 minutes without heat to help keep wrinkles from forming. Press the Wrinkle Guard ON button to enable the Wrinkle Guard II Heavy feature. A signal will sound periodically
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DRYER CARE As needed cleaning Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can build up on the Cleaning the Dryer Location lint screen. This buildup can cause longer drying times for your Keep dryer area clear and free from items that would obstruct the clothes, or cause the dryer to stop before your load is completely ow of combustion and ventilation air. dry. The screen is probably clogged if lint falls off the screen. Clean the lint screen with a nylon brush every 6 months, or more fr
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Vacation and Moving Care Vacation care TROUBLESHOOTING Operate your dryer only when you are at home. If you will be on vacation or not using your dryer for an extended period of time, First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid you should: the cost of a service call... 1. Disconnect power. 2. Clean lint screen. See “Cleaning the Lint Screen.” Dryer Operation Dryer will not run Moving care Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped? WARNING Check that the fus
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Dryer Results Is the dryer located in a closet? Clothes are not drying satisfactorily, drying times are too Closet doors must have ventilation openings at the top and long, or load is too hot bottom of the door. The sides and front of the dryer require a minimum of 25 mm (1") of airspace, and the rear of the dryer Is the lint screen clogged with lint? requires 127 mm (5"). See the Installation Instructions. Lint screen should be cleaned before each load. Has an air dry cycle been selected?
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ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Before calling for assistance or service, please check the For further assistance “Troubleshooting” section. It may save you the cost of a service If you need further assistance, you can write or call with any call. If you still need help, follow these instructions. questions or concerns at: Whirlpool UK Ltd. If you need assistance or service 209 Purley Way If your problem is not due to any of the items listed in the Croydon “Troubleshooting” section, contact the deale
