Whirlpool Dryer Quick Start Guide

Operating Instructions & Safety Warnings

WARNING: Fire Hazard

No washer can completely remove oil. Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on it (including cooking oils). Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be dried on a clothesline or by using an Air Cycle. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire.

WARNING: Explosion Hazard

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from the dryer. Do not dry anything that has ever had anything flammable on it (even after washing). Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, explosion, or fire.

General Safety: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, located in your appliance's Owner's Manual, before operating this appliance.

Quick Start Steps

1. Step 1: Clean Lint Screen
2. Step 2: Load Clothes; then Close Door
3. Step 3: Power On/Cancel
4. Step 4: Select Cycle and Settings
5. Step 5: Press Start/Pause

Cycle Guide - Normal Cycle

This dryer features a user interface designed to help you select the optimal cycle for your load. The "What to Dry" and "How to Dry" layout guides you through two easy steps:

1. Determine the items in the load ("What to Dry").
2. Select how you want the dryer to dry them ("How to Dry").

Modifiers are preset but can be adjusted. For energy savings and enhanced fabric care, use Automatic cycles, which measure temperature and moisture to stop the dryer when the selected dryness level is reached. Dryer performance may vary with service voltage less than 240V.

Cycle Guide Example:

Note: Government energy certifications for this model were based on the Regular + Normal Cycle, Highest temperature setting, Normal Dryness Level, and EcoBoost™ On. The default settings were adjusted to match these certifications.

Button Descriptions

1. POWER/CANCEL: Touch to turn the dryer on and off. Touch to stop/cancel a cycle at any time.
2. WHAT TO DRY/HOW TO DRY: Select "What to Dry" first; the dryer suggests a "How to Dry" option and modifiers. You can change these selections.
3. START/PAUSE: Touch and hold to start the cycle (LED counts down "3-2-1"). Touch once during a cycle to pause it.
4. MODIFIERS: Use to select available modifiers. Not all options are available on all models.
   • Temp: Select dry temperature based on load type and garment care labels.
   • Dryness: Adjust the dryness level on Automatic Cycles (except Sanitize).
   • More Time/Less Time: Increase or decrease cycle length for Timed Dry/Quick Cycles.
5. OPTIONS: Select available options. Not all options are available on all models.
   • Wrinkle Shield™ Option: Adds periodic tumbling (up to 150 minutes) to reduce wrinkling. "+ Steam" option may be available on some models.
   • Steam Refresh (steam models only): Reduces wrinkles and odors from dry items. This is a standalone cycle.
   • Cycle Signal: Adjusts the volume of the end-of-cycle signal (low, medium, high, or off). Can also turn off touch tones.
   • Damp Dry Signal: Alerts when the load is damp but not completely dry, allowing removal of items for ironing or hanging.
   • Reduce Static (on some models): Adds moisture during tumbling to help reduce static cling. Adds approximately 3 minutes to the cycle.
   • Control Lock: Locks the controls to prevent accidental changes. Touch and hold for 3 seconds to lock/unlock.
   • EcoBoost™ Option: Increases energy savings by using a slightly lower heat level, potentially increasing drying time by about 40 minutes. Available on Regular/Normal cycle.
6. LED DISPLAY: Shows cycle status and estimated time remaining.

Note: The control panel is sensitive; use your fingertip, not your fingernail.

Cycle Status Indicators

• Sensing: Indicates the moisture sensor is operating during Sensor Cycles.
• Wet: The load is still wet or the cycle just started.
• Damp: The load is partially dried; items can be removed for ironing or hanging.
• Cool Down: The dryer has finished drying with heat and is tumbling without heat to cool the load and reduce wrinkling.
• Check Vent: Indicates a potential issue with airflow through the dryer and vent system. This light may illuminate if a blocked vent or low airflow is detected. Refer to online troubleshooting for solutions. The light clears upon cycle completion, power touch, or door opening if the issue is resolved.
• End: The selected cycle has finished, and the load can be removed.
• Control Lock: Illuminates when the controls are locked.

Online Information and Support

For detailed installation instructions, maintenance information, winter storage, and transportation tips, please consult the Owner's Manual included with your machine.

For a full cycle guide, detailed product dimensions, or complete instructions for use and installation, please visit:

• United States: whirlpool.com/owners
• Canada: whirlpool.ca/owners

Contact Information:

• United States: 1-800-253-1301, Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances, Customer eXperience Center, 553 Benson Road, Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692
• Canada: 1-800-807-6777, Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances, Customer eXperience Centre, 200-6750 Century Ave., Mississauga, Ontario L5N 0B7