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Cycle tips

Dry most loads using the preset cycle settings.

Refer to the Automatic or Manual Preset Cycle Settings chart 
(in the “Cycles” section) for a guide to drying various loads. 

Drying temperature and Dryness Level are preset when 
you choose an Automatic Cycle. You can choose a 
different dryness level, depending on your load by 
pressing the DRYNESS LEVEL button to select MORE or 
LESS. 

If you wish to adjust the cycle length of a Manual Cycle, 
you must press MORE TIME or LESS TIME. Adjust the 
temperature of a Manual Cycle by pressing 
TEMPERATURE until the desired temperature is selected.

NOTE: You cannot choose a Dryness Level with Manual 
Cycles.

Status Lights

You may follow the progress of your dryer with the drying Status 
indicator lights.

Sensing

When the dryer is first turned on, the SENSING light glows until a 
wet item is detected.

In an Automatic Cycle, if a wet item has not been detected 
within 10 minutes, the Sensing light will turn off and the dryer 
will shut down.

In a Manual Cycle, if a wet item is not detected after 10 
minutes the Wet light turns on and the selected cycle 
continues. 

Wet

The WET light will turn on when a wet item has been detected in 
the dryer. The Wet light will remain on until:

The damp dry point is reached in an Automatic Cycle. 

The dryer enters the cool down period in a Manual Cycle.

Damp

The DAMP light indicates that the load has reached the damp dry 
level.

NOTE: The Damp light is not used with manual cycles.

Cool Down

The COOL DOWN light glows during the cool down part of the 
cycle. Laundry is cooling down for ease in handling. 

Cycle Complete

This light glows when a drying cycle is finished. If 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 with the Cycle Complete light.

Control Locked

The CONTROL LOCKED light glows when this option is enabled.

Indicator lights

Other indicator lights on the control panel show Cycle, Temper-
ature, and End of Cycle settings selected. 

The time display will indicate the estimated or actual time 
remaining in a cycle.

Cycles

Select the drying cycle that matches the type of load you are 
drying (see Automatic Preset or Manual Preset Cycle Settings 
charts).

Cycle control knob

Automatic Cycles

Automatic Cycles allow you to match the cycle to the load you 
are drying. See the following “Automatic Preset Cycle Settings” 
chart. Each cycle dries certain fabrics at the recommended 
temperature. A sensor detects the moisture in the load and 
automatically adjusts the drying time for optimal drying.

Heavy Duty

Use this cycle to get High heat for heavy fabrics such as cotton 
towels or bedspreads. 

Normal

Use this cycle to get Medium heat for drying sturdy fabrics such 
as work clothes. 

Casual

Use this cycle to get Medium heat for drying no-iron 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. 

Super Delicate

Use this cycle to get Extra Low heat to gently dry items such as 
lingerie, exercise wear, or sheer curtains. 

Summary of Contents for duet GEW9200LQ0

Page 1: ...ONIC 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 3979274B TM ...

Page 2: ...15 Reverse Door Swing 15 Complete Installation 17 DRYER USE 18 Starting Your Dryer 18 Stopping Your Dryer 19 Pausing or Restarting 19 Control Locked 19 Loading 19 Drying and Cycle Tips 19 Status Lights 20 Cycles 20 Additional Features 21 Drying Rack 22 DRYER CARE 23 Cleaning the Dryer Location 23 Cleaning the Lint Screen 23 Cleaning the Dryer Interior 23 Removing Accumulated Lint 23 Vacation and M...

Page 3: ...en previously cleaned in washed in soaked in or spotted with gasoline dry cleaning solvents 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 dis carded remove the door to the drying c...

Page 4: ...lable for purchase from the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer For further information please refer to the Assistance or Service section of this manual OptionalPedestal Are you placing the dryer on a pedestal You may purchase a pedestal separately for this dryer This pedestal will add about 13 in 33 cm to the height of your unit for a total height of approximately 51 in 130 cm Optional pede...

Page 5: ...rying times Install the dryer where it is protected from water and or weather Check code requirements Some codes limit or do not permit installation of the dryer in garages closets mobile homes or sleeping quarters Contact your local building inspector Installation clearances The location must be large enough to fully open the dryer door Additional spacing should be considered for ease of installa...

Page 6: ...et are required Mobile home additional installation requirements This dryer is suitable for mobile home installations The installation 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 Mobile home installations require Metal exhaust system hardware which is availa...

Page 7: ...d strain relief If your outlet looks like this 4 wire receptacle 14 30R Then choose a 4 wire power supply cord with ring or spade terminals and UL approved strain relief The 4 wire power supply cord at least 4 ft 1 22 m long must have 4 10 gauge solid copper wires and match a 4 wire receptacle of NEMA Type 14 30R The ground wire ground conductor may be either green or bare The neutral conductor mu...

Page 8: ...er silver colored terminal block screw Fire Hazard Use a new UL approved 30 amp power supply cord Use a UL approved strain relief Disconnect power before making electrical connections Connect neutral wire white or center wire to center terminal silver Ground wire green or bare wire must be connected to green ground connector Connect remaining 2 supply wires to remaining 2 terminals gold Securely t...

Page 9: ... And you will be connecting to Go to Section 4 wire receptacle NEMA Type 14 30R A UL listed 120 240 volt minimum 30 amp dryer power supply cord 4 wire connection Power supply cord 4 wire direct A fused disconnect or circuit breaker box 4 wire connection Direct Wire 3 wire receptacle NEMA type 10 30R A UL listed 120 240 volt minimum 30 amp dryer power supply cord 3 wire connection Power supply cord...

Page 10: ...er the outer terminal block screws hooks facing right Squeeze hooked ends together Tighten screws 6 Tighten strain relief screws 7 Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel Secure cover with hold down screw 3 wire connection Power supply cord Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet ground conductor to neutral wire 1 Loosen or remove center terminal block screw 2 Conn...

Page 11: ...screws 5 Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel Secure cover with hold down screw 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 terminal block screw 2 Remove appliance ground wire green with yellow stripes from external ground connector screw Connect a...

Page 12: ...the vent to prevent rodents and insects from entering the home Exhaust hood must be at least 12 in 30 5 cm from the ground or any object that is in the path of the exhaust such as flowers rocks or bushes etc If using an existing vent system clean lint from the entire length of the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with lint Replace any plastic or metal foil vent with rigid metal or ...

Page 13: ...th 1 Select the route that will provide the straightest and most direct path outdoors Plan the installation 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 Avoid 90º turns 2 Determine vent length The maximum length of the exhaust system depends upon The type of vent rigid metal or flexible metal The ...

Page 14: ...he legs until the diamond marking is no longer visible 5 Place a carton corner post under each of the 2 dryer back corners Stand the dryer up Slide the dryer on the corner posts until it is close to its final location Leave enough room to connect the exhaust vent 6 Once connection is made and dryer is in final location remove corner posts and cardboard LevelDryer Check the levelness of the dryer C...

Page 15: ... below the hinge cover Carefully pull out on the trim until it unsnaps Remove the hinge cover and set aside 1 Plastic trim 2 Hinge cover Keep the original handle filler and hinge cover in case you decide to return the door to its original position A new handle filler and hinge cover are provided in the door reversing kit that will be installed in a later step Remove the door 1 Open the dryer door ...

Page 16: ...ws 5 Use a small flat head screwdriver to remove hole plugs in the door opening Slide the head of the screwdriver under the cap of each hole plug being careful not to scratch the dryer surface Lift up Remove the hole plugs in the door opening and insert in the opposite side 6 Insert a screw in the second opening from the top of the hinge opening and partially tighten Hang the door by placing the t...

Page 17: ...r cycle for 20 minutes and start the dryer If the dryer will not start check the following Controls are set in a running or On position Start button has been pushed firmly Dryer is plugged into a grounded outlet Electrical supply is connected House fuse is intact and tight or circuit breaker has not tripped Dryer door is closed 11 When the dryer has been running for 5 minutes open the dryer door a...

Page 18: ...t adjustable for Automatic Cycles Pressing the More Time or Less Time buttons will cause a triple beep indicating that the time cannot be changed 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 WRI...

Page 19: ...Press and hold the END OF CYCLE SIGNAL button for three 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 three seconds to turn this feature off NOTE When the dryer is runn...

Page 20: ...This light glows when a drying cycle is finished If 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...

Page 21: ...LD 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 Manual Cycles Press TEMPERATURE until the desired temperature setting glows Tempe...

Page 22: ...p of the rack Leave space between the items 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 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 tim...

Page 23: ...t screen with a nylon brush every 6 months or more frequently if it becomes clogged due 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 towe...

Page 24: ...service codes Call for service Clothes are not drying satisfactorily Check the following Is the lint screen clogged with lint Is the exhaust vent or outside exhaust hood clogged with lint restricting air movement Run the dryer for 5 10 minutes Hold your hand under the outside exhaust hood to check air movement If you do not feel air movement clean exhaust system of lint or replace exhaust vent wit...

Page 25: ...ner properly used Add dryer fabric softener sheets at the beginning of the cycle when the load is cold Do not add fabric softener sheets to a warm load Were items soiled when placed in the dryer Items should be clean before being dried Were items properly sorted Sort light colors from dark colors Sort colorfast items from noncolorfast items Items shrinking Was the dryer overloaded Dry smaller load...

Page 26: ...ce 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 the product warranty...

Page 27: ...27 Notes ...

Page 28: ...d by Whirlpool Corporation 5 Replacement parts or repair labor costs for units operated outside the United States 6 Pickup and delivery This product is designed to be repaired in the home 7 Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the appliance 8 Any labor costs incurred during the Limited Warranty periods WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTA...

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