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Press the WRINKLE SHIELD™ feature button if this 
option is desired.

Press the END OF CYCLE SIGNAL button to set signal 
volume to desired level.

Press (and hold) HOLD TO START button until dryer starts 
(about 1 second).

Once an Automatic cycle has started, the WRINKLE 
SHIELD™ feature and cycle signals can be adjusted. Press 
the PAUSE/CANCEL key twice to stop the dryer and clear the 
settings, allowing you to select another cycle and Dryness 
Level.

How Automatic Cycles Work

EvenHeat™ improves drying performance with Auto Moisture 
Sensing Plus, which advances the cycle as moisture is 
extracted from clothing. A thermistor (electronic temperature 
sensor) and moisture sensing strips in the dryer drum help 
measure the amount of moisture in the clothes as they pass. 
An electronic control determines the load type to help save 
time, avoid overdrying, and increase the accuracy of the end 
dryness level. After the first 5 minutes of an automatic cycle, 
the estimated time display will adjust based on the 
approximate load size, cycle, dryness level selected and 
amount of moisture left in the clothes. When the clothes have 
reached approximately 80% of the dryness level selected, the 
estimated time display will adjust again, showing the final 
drying time. Auto Moisture Sensing Plus takes the guesswork 
out of drying time and enhances fabric care.

To use a Manual Cycle

Rotate the dial to select a Manual Cycle.

Press MORE TIME or LESS TIME until the desired drying time 
is displayed. Tap MORE TIME or LESS TIME, and the time will 
change by 1-minute intervals. Press and hold MORE TIME or 
LESS TIME, and the time will change by 5-minute intervals. 
The initial time displayed is the actual drying time.  

NOTE: The More Time or Less Time feature can be used only 
with Manual Cycles.

Press TEMPERATURE until the desired temperature 
glows.

NOTE: Pressing the Dryness Level button will cause the triple 
beep indicating that this option is not selectable. Also, a 
Dryness Level is not indicated.

Press the WRINKLE SHIELD™ feature button if this 
option is desired.

Press the END OF CYCLE SIGNAL button to set volume 
to desired level.

Press (and hold) HOLD TO START button until dryer starts 
(about 1 second).

While a Manual Cycle is running, you can change the settings 
for Time, Temperature, the WRINKLE SHIELD™ feature and 
the cycle signals. Press the PAUSE/CANCEL key twice to 
stop the dryer and clear the settings, allowing you to select 
another cycle.

Stopping Your Dryer

To stop your dryer at any time

Press PAUSE/CANCEL twice or open the door.

Pausing or Restarting

To pause the dryer at any time

Open the door or press PAUSE/CANCEL once.

To restart the dryer

Close the door and press (and hold) HOLD TO START button until 
dryer starts.

NOTE: Drying will continue from where the cycle was interrupted, 
if you close the door and press Start within 5 minutes. If the cycle 
is interrupted for more than 5 minutes, the dryer will shut off. 
Select new cycle settings before restarting the dryer.

Control Locked

This feature allows you to lock your settings to avert unintended 
use of the dryer. You can also use the Control Locked feature to 
avert unintended cycle or option changes during dryer operation.

To enable the Control Locked feature when dryer is 
running: 

Press and hold the END OF CYCLE SIGNAL button for 
3 seconds. The control is locked when a single beep is heard and 
the Control Locked status light is on. 

When the dryer is off, it is not necessary to press the Control 
On button before activating the Control Locked feature. 

To unlock:

Press and hold the END OF CYCLE SIGNAL button for 3 seconds 
to turn this feature off. 

NOTE: When the dryer is running and Control Locked is on, the 
dryer can be stopped by pressing the Pause/Cancel button, but 
can’t be restarted until the control is unlocked.

Drying and Cycle Tips

Select the correct cycle and dryness level or temperature for your 
load. If an Automatic Cycle is running, the display shows the 
estimated cycle time when your dryer is automatically sensing 
the dryness level of your load. If a Manual Cycle is running, the 
display shows the exact number of minutes remaining in the 
cycle.

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.

If desired, add a fabric softener sheet. Follow package 
instructions.

Remove the load from the dryer as soon as tumbling stops to 
reduce wrinkling. This is especially important for permanent 
press, knits, and synthetic fabrics.

Avoid drying heavy work clothes with lighter fabrics. This 
could cause overdrying of lighter fabrics, leading to increased 
shrinking or wrinkling.

If you dry sheets in a mixed load or large items in the Bulky 
Items cycle, rearrange the load when the signal sounds. This 
will aid in the drying process.

Summary of Contents for 8578185

Page 1: ...TRONIC ELECTRIC DRYER Use CareGuide For questions about features operation performance parts accessories or service call 1 800 253 1301 or visit our website at www whirlpool com Table of Contents 2 8578185 ...

Page 2: ...Level Dryer 16 Complete Installation 16 DRYER USE 17 Starting Your Dryer 17 Stopping Your Dryer 18 Pausing or Restarting 18 Control Locked 18 Drying and Cycle Tips 18 Status Lights 19 Cycles 19 Additional Features 20 Drying Rack 21 DRYER CARE 22 Cleaning the Dryer Location 22 Cleaning the Lint Screen 22 Cleaning the Dryer Interior 22 Removing Accumulated Lint 22 Vacation and Moving Care 23 Changin...

Page 3: ... have been 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 th...

Page 4: ...r Service section of this manual Ask for Part Number LAB2700MQ White LAB2700MT Biscuit or LAB2700ML Pewter Stack Kit Are you planning to stack your DUET washer and dryer To do so you will need to purchase a Stack Kit To order call the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or refer to the Assistance or Service section of this manual Ask for Part Number 8541503 Door Reversal Kit Are you planning...

Page 5: ...to allow the dryer door to open fully Additional spacing should be considered for ease of installation and servicing Additional clearances might be required for wall door and floor moldings Additional spacing of 1 2 5 cm on all sides of the dryer is recommended to reduce noise transfer Companion appliance spacing should also be considered Dryer Dimensions Most installations require a minimum 5 14 ...

Page 6: ...me Additional installation requirements This dryer is suitable for mobile home installations The install ation must conform to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard Title 24 CFR Part 3280 formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction and Safety Title 24 HUD Part 280 or Standard CAN CSA Z240 MH Mobile home installations require Metal exhaust system hardware which is av...

Page 7: ...neutral conductors If using a power supply cord Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use with clothes dryers The kit should contain A UL listed 30 amp power supply cord rated 120 240 volt minimum The cord should be type SRD or SRDT and be at least 4 ft 1 22 m long The wires that connect to the dryer must end in ring terminals or spade terminals with upturned ends A UL listed strain rel...

Page 8: ...een or bare wire must be connected to green ground connector Connect remaining 2 supply wires to remaining 2 terminals gold Securely tighten all electrical connections Failure to do so can result in death fire or electrical shock WARNING Fire Hazard Use 10 gauge solid copper wire Use a UL listed strain relief Disconnect power before making electrical connections Connect neutral wire white or cente...

Page 9: ...ed 3 wire if 4 wire is not available Electrical Connection Options If local codes do not permit the connection of a frame grounding conductor to the neutral wire go to Optional 3 wire connection section 4 wire connection Power supply cord IMPORTANT A 4 wire connection is required for mobile homes and where local codes do not permit the use of 3 wire connections A Removable conduit connector B Hole...

Page 10: ...the terminal block place the hooked end of the wire under the screw of the terminal block hook facing right squeeze hooked end together and tighten screw as shown 1 Remove center silver colored terminal block screw 2 Remove neutral ground wire from external ground conductor screw Connect neutral ground wire and place the hooked end hook facing right of the neutral wire white or center wire of dire...

Page 11: ...trical connection Now go to Venting Requirements 3 wire connection Direct wire Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet ground conductor to neutral wire Direct wire cable must have 5 ft 1 52 m of extra length so dryer can be moved if needed Strip 3 8 9 cm of outer covering from end of cable Strip insulation back 1 2 5 cm If using 3 wire cable with ground wire cut bare wire even with outer c...

Page 12: ...ter silver colored terminal block screw 2 Remove neutral ground wire from external ground conductor screw Connect neutral ground wire and the neutral wire white or center wire of power supply cord cable under center silver colored terminal block screw Tighten screw 3 Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws Tighten screws 4 Tighten strain relief screws 5 Insert tab of terminal block ...

Page 13: ...e 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 accessible for cleaning Flexible metal vent must be fully extended and supported when the dryer is in its final position Remove excess flexible metal vent to a...

Page 14: ...r s instructions NOTE The following kits for close clearance alternate installations are available for purchase Please see the Assistance or Service section of this manual to order Over the Top Installation Part Number 4396028 A Dryer B Elbow C Wall D Exhaust hood E Clamps F Rigid metal or flexible metal vent G Vent length necessary to connect elbows H Exhaust outlet 4 10 2 cm 2 6 4 cm Improper ve...

Page 15: ... Reduce performance resulting in longer drying times and increased energy usage The Vent system chart provides venting requirements that will help to achieve the best drying performance Vent system chart NOTE Side and bottom exhaust installations have a 90º turn inside the dryer To determine maximum exhaust length add one 90º turn to the chart InstallVentSystem 1 Install exhaust hood Use caulking ...

Page 16: ...stalled If there is an extra part go back through the steps to see which step was skipped 2 Check that you have all of your tools 3 Dispose of recycle all packaging materials 4 Check the dryer s final location Be sure the vent is not crushed or kinked 5 Check that the dryer is level See Level Dryer 6 For power supply cord installation plug into an outlet For direct wire installation turn on power ...

Page 17: ...ed is an estimated length of the cycle based on the Dryness Level selected As the cycle runs the control senses the dryness of the load and adjusts the time automatically for the selected Dryness Level NOTE Time is not adjustable for Automatic Cycles Pressing the More Time or Less Time buttons will cause a triple beep indicating that the time cannot be changed More Less WARNING Explosion Hazard Ke...

Page 18: ...dryer and clear the settings allowing you to select another cycle StoppingYourDryer To stop your dryer at any time Press PAUSE CANCEL twice or open the door PausingorRestarting To pause the dryer at any time Open the door or press PAUSE CANCEL once To restart the dryer Close the door and press and hold HOLD TO START button until dryer starts NOTE Drying will continue from where the cycle was inter...

Page 19: ... the WRINKLE SHIELD feature has been selected the WRINKLE SHIELD feature indicator light will also be on The Cycle Complete light turns off one hour after the end of a drying cycle including the WRINKLE SHIELD cycle of 2 hours when Pause Cancel is pressed or when the door is opened WRINKLE SHIELD Feature The WRINKLE SHIELD feature light glows when this option is selected This indicator stays on wi...

Page 20: ...feature is preset to ON The other Automatic Cycles will retain the WRINKLE SHIELD feature setting For example if you select the WRINKLE SHIELD feature in the Normal cycle the WRINKLE SHIELD feature will be on the next time you select the Normal cycle NOTE If you do not select the WRINKLE SHIELD feature the dryer stops after the cool down period Temperature Temperature settings are used with the Ma...

Page 21: ...s so air can reach all the surfaces NOTE Do not allow items to hang over the edge of the rack 4 Close the door 5 Select a timed drying cycle and temperature or an air cycle see following chart Items containing foam rubber or plastic must be dried on a clothesline or by using the Air Only temperature setting 6 You must select a time by pressing MORE TIME or LESS TIME Reset time as needed to complet...

Page 22: ...e to a residue buildup To wash 1 Roll lint off the screen with your fingers 2 Wet both sides of lint screen with hot water 3 Wet a nylon brush with hot water and liquid detergent Scrub lint screen with the brush to remove residue buildup 4 Rinse screen with hot water 5 Thoroughly dry lint screen with a clean towel Replace screen in dryer CleaningtheDryerInterior To clean dryer drum 1 Make a paste ...

Page 23: ...gs are secure in dryer base 4 Use masking tape to secure dryer door ChangingtheDrumLight The dryer light automatically turns on inside the dryer drum when you open the door To change the drum light 1 Unplug dryer or disconnect power 2 Open the dryer door Locate the light bulb cover on the back wall of the dryer Remove the screw located in the lower right corner of the cover Remove the cover 3 Turn...

Page 24: ...ng 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 drying cyc...

Page 25: ...t Stains on load or drum Was dryer fabric softener properly used Add dryer fabric softener sheets at the beginning of the cycle Fabric softener sheets added to a partially dried load can stain your garments Drum stains are caused by dyes in clothing usually blue jeans This will not transfer to other clothing Loads are wrinkled Was the load removed from dryer at the end of the cycle Was the dryer o...

Page 26: ...s provide assistance with Features and specifications on our full line of appliances Installation information Use and maintenance procedures Accessory and repair parts sales Specialized customer assistance Spanish speaking hearing impaired limited vision etc Referrals to local dealers repair parts distributors and service companies Whirlpool designated service technicians are trained to fulfill th...

Page 27: ...27 Notes ...

Page 28: ...RRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR AS PROVIDED HEREIN IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW WHIRLPOOL SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LIMITATIONS ON...

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