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Summary of Contents for PRO LINE KHEV01RSS0

Page 1: ...LINE FRONT LOADING ELECTRIC DRYER 3 f_4 ii _o _ _ For questions about features operation performance parts accessories or service call 1 800 422 1230 or visit our website at www kitchenaid com Table of Contents 2 3957654 ...

Page 2: ...te Installation 15 DRYER USE 16 Starting Your Dryer 16 Stopping Your Dryer 17 Pausing or Restarting 17 Control Locked 17 Drying and Cycle Tips 17 Status Display 17 Cycles 18 Additional Features 19 Temperature 19 Drying Rack 19 DRYER CARE 20 Cleaning the Dryer Location 20 Cleaning the Lint Screen 20 Cleaning the Dryer Interior 21 Cleaning the Dryer Exterior 21 Removing Accumulated Lint 21 Vacation ...

Page 3: ...n previously cleaned in washed in soaked in or spotted with gasoline dry cleaning solvents or other flammable or explosive substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode Do not allow children to play on or in the dryer Close supervision of children is necessary when the dryer is used near children Before the dryer is removed from service or discarded remove the door to the drying ...

Page 4: ...is dryer This pedestal will add about 11 27 9 cm to the height of your dryer for a total height of approximately 53 134 6 cm For a garage installation you will need to place the pedestal at least 7 17 8 cm above the floor Remove Decorative Mat Remove the optional decorative mat included from the top of the dryer and set aside Attach Door Handle 1 Insert the 2 screws through the holes in the door 2...

Page 5: ...tion spacing The following spacing dimensions are recommended for this dryer This dryer has been tested for spacing of 0 0 cm clearance on the sides front and rear Recommended spacing should be considered for the following reasons The location must be large enough to allow the dryer door to open fully Additional spacing should be considered for ease of installation and servicing Additional clearan...

Page 6: ... only electrical supply or 3 or 4 wire 120 208 volt electrical supply if specified on the serial rating plate on a separate 30 amp circuit fused on both sides of the line A time delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended Connect to an individual branch circuit Do not have a fuse in the neutral or grounding circuit Do not use an extension cord If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used it...

Page 7: ... be Flexible armored cable or nonmetallic sheathed copper cable with ground wire protected with flexible metallic conduit All current carrying wires must be insulated 10 gauge solid copper wire do not use aluminum At least 5 ft 1 52 m long GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS For a grounded cord connected dryer This dryer must be grounded In the event of malfunction or breakdown grounding will reduce the risk o...

Page 8: ...lectrical connections Failure to do so can result in death fire or electrical shock f Disconnect power Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install dryer Failure to do so can result in back or other injury 2 Position the dryer so that the rear of the dryer is within 4 ft 1 2 m of its final location 3 Remove the hold down screws and terminal block cover D 4 Install strain reli...

Page 9: ...complete installation following instructions for your type of electrical connection 4 wire recommended 3 wire if 4 wire is not available Electrical Connection Options If your home has And you will be Go to Section connecting to 4 wire receptacle A UL listed 120 4 wire connection NEMA Type 14 30R 240 volt Power supply cord minimum 30 amp dryer power supply cord 4 wire direct A fused 4 wire connecti...

Page 10: ...r electrical connection Now go to Venting Requirements 4 wire connection Direct wire IMPORTANT A 4 wire connection is required for mobile homes and where local codes do not permit the use of 3 wire connections Direct wire cable must have 5 ft 1 52 m of extra length so dryer can be moved if needed Strip 5 12 7 cm of outer covering from end of cable leaving bare ground wire at 5 12 7 cm Cut 11 2 3 8...

Page 11: ... E _ 1 9 cm UL listed strain relief E Ring terminals G Neutral white or center wire 1 2 Loosen or remove center silver colored terminal block screw Connect neutral wire white or center wire of power supply cord to the center silver colored terminal screw of the terminal block Tighten screw A External ground conductor screw B Neutral ground wire C Center silver colored terminal block screw D Neutra...

Page 12: ...ver with hold down screw 6 You have completed your electrical connection Now go to Venting Requirements Optional 3 wire connection Use for direct wire or power supply cord where local codes do not permit connecting cabinet ground conductor to neutral wire 1 Remove center silver colored terminal block screw 2 Remove neutral ground wire from external ground conductor screw Connect neutral ground wir...

Page 13: ...ust vent DURASAFE TM vent products can be purchased from your dealer or by calling Whirlpool Parts and Accessories For more information see the Assistance or Service section of this manual Rigid metal vent For best drying performance rigid metal vents are recommended Rigid metal vent is recommended to avoid crushing and kinking Flexible metal vent Flexible metal vents are acceptable only if access...

Page 14: ...lation to use the fewest number of elbows and turns When using elbows or making turns allow as much room as possible Bend vent gradually to avoid kinking Use the fewest 90 turns possible Determine vent length and elbows needed for best drying performance Use one of the following Vent system charts to determine type of vent material and hood combinations acceptable to use NOTE Do not use vent runs ...

Page 15: ...k that the dryer is level See Level Dryer 5 For power supply cord installation plug into a grounded outlet For direct wire installation turn on power 6 Remove any protective film or tape remaining on the dryer 7 Dispose of recycle all packaging materials 8 Set the decorative mat in place on top of the dryer if desired NOTE Check that the top of the dryer and the bottom of the mat are clean 9 Read ...

Page 16: ...etailed information 1 Clean lint screen before each load See Cleaning the Lint Screen 2 Place laundry into dryer and shut door 3 Select either an Automatic or Manual cycle by pressing the desired cycle button The preset settings and drying time for the chosen cycle will be displayed To use an Automatic Cycle Select an Automatic Cycle Select DRYNESS LEVEL to adjust how dry you want the load As the ...

Page 17: ...cle Cool Down tumbles the load without heat during the last few minutes of all cycles Cool Down makes the loads easier to handle and reduces wrinkling The length of the Cool Down depends on the load size and dryness level Drying tips Follow care label directions when they are available Remove the load from the dryer as soon as tumbling stops to reduce wrinkling This is especially important for per...

Page 18: ... this cycle to get High heat for heavyweight mixed loads as well as bulky items including bedspreads Normal Casual Use this cycle to get Medium heat for drying sturdy fabrics such as sport shirts casual business clothes and permanent press blends Delicate Use this cycle to get Low heat for drying synthetic fabrics washable knit fabrics and no iron finishes Extra Delicate Use this cycle to get Extr...

Page 19: ... the door Press the CYCLE END TONE key to select a Soft or Loud signal or to turn the signal off iO Loud O Soft O Off CYCLE END TONE Sound System The WHISPER QUIET _sound insulation system helps to maintain a quiet home environment during dryer operation NOTE If you do not load clothes properly the quiet operation of your dryer could be affected Use these settings to select temperatures for the Ma...

Page 20: ...lled Stuffed toys or pillows Air Only 90 Foam rubber filled no heat Sneakers or canvas shoes Air Only 90 no heat Minutes Reset time to complete drying if needed Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors such as gasoline away from dryer Place dryer at least 18 inches 46 cm above the floor for a garage installation Failure to do so can result in death explosion or fire J Every load cleani...

Page 21: ... steel surfaces To clean the stainless steel surfaces of the dryer use the stainless steel wipes Rub in the direction of the grain To clean the optional decorative mat remove it from the top of the dryer and clean both sides with an all purpose cleaner Rinse with water and dry with a soft lint free cloth Place it back on the top of the dryer From Inside the Dryer Cabinet Lint should be removed eve...

Page 22: ...e laundering Are the four legs installed and is the dryer level front to back and side to side The dryer may vibrate if not properly installed See the Installation Instructions Is the clothing knotted or balled up When balled up the load will bounce causing the dryer to vibrate Separate the load items and restart the dryer Dryer displaying code message PF power failure check the following Was the ...

Page 23: ...tilate the area When the odors or fumes are gone from the area rewash and dry the clothing Is the dryer being used for the first time The new electric heating element may have an odor The odor will be gone after the first cycle ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Before calling for assistance or service please check Troubleshooting It may save you the cost of a service call If you still need help follow the ins...

Page 24: ... travel and transportation for product service in remote locations 9 The removal and reinstallation of your appliance if it is installed in an inaccessible location or is not installed in accordance with published installation instructions DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES LIMITATION OF REMEDIES CUSTOMER S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR AS PROVIDED HER...

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