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Summary of Contents for LDR3822D

Page 1: ... 6 Stopping restarting your dryer 6 Selecting the right cycle and setting 7 Caring for Your Dryer I0 Laundry Tips 13 16 Troubleshooting 17 18 Requesting Assistance or Service _ 19 Warranty 20 1 800 253 l 301 Call our Consumer Assistance Center with questions or comments COMPACT ELECTRIC AND GAS DRYERS MODELS LDR3822D LER3622D LGR3622D PART NO 9831699 5 95 lq5 ...

Page 2: ...he card helps us notify you about any new information on your appliance Please record your model s information Whenever you call to request service on Model Number your appliance you need to know your complete model number and serial number Serial Number You can find this information on the model Purchase Date and serial number label in the door well see Dealer Name diagram on page 5 for location ...

Page 3: ...fe personal injury or property Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS l Do not try to light any appliance l Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building Clear the room building or area of all occupants l Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow...

Page 4: ... valve if you have a gas dryer Dry cleaning solvents or fluids should l When removing from service or discard never be put directly into your dryer ing a dryer always remove the door to Do not let dust lint paper rags chemi prevent accidental entrapment cals etc pile up around or under the l Clean lint screen before or after each dryer load ADO not allow lint to build up inside the Use only fabric...

Page 5: ...l 240V models Optional mounting kits You can mount your compact dryer above your l Dryer Wall Mounting Kit for securing the compact washer using one of the following kits dryer to the wall with a steel bracket Part No 345994 electric only NOTE The wall must be strong enough to Fire and Explosion Hazard support the dryer s weight Do not use in mobile homes If mounting a gas dryer use only Dryer Sta...

Page 6: ...r and close the door 3 Push the Start Button 2 Turn the Cycle Control Knob either way to the desired cycle Use the Energy Preferred Automatic Setting to dry most loads see page 7 NOTE Your dryer stops automatically when a cycle ends Stopping restarting your dryer You can stop your dryer anytime during a cycle To stop the dryer either q l Open the dryer door To restart the dryer 1 Close the door 2 ...

Page 7: ...as tumbling stops This is especially important for permanent press knits and synthetic fabrics l Overdrying can cause shrinkage static cling and damage to some fabrics Refer to pages 13 15 for information about sorting clothes for drying choosing load sizes drying tips using dryer fabric softeners saving energy drying special care items Cycle descriptions Automatic Permanent Press Regular Cycle s ...

Page 8: ...Cycle The Air cycle has no heat Use this un heated cycle to fluff or air dry bedding plastic tablecloths foam pillows sneakers etc See page 9 for more information about the Air cycle Fire Hazard Do not dry heat sensitive fabrics plastic rubber or some stuffed items with heat Use the Fluff Air cycle if available or dry these items on a line or rack Failure to do so could result in fire or damaged i...

Page 9: ...s Reg slacks shirts Medium weight synthetics polyester acrylic Perm Press Reg etc dress slacks skirts sweaters Lightweight Synthetics polyester acrylic etc Perm Press Reg and blends lingerie blouses dresses DELICATE FABRICS Sheer curtains 2 or 3 panels gauze lace etc RUBBER PLASTIC HEAT SENSITIVE FABRICS Air 20 30 min 20 30 min Foam Rubber Pillows bras stuffed toys Air Plastic Shower curtains tabl...

Page 10: ...owing method 1 Wet both sides of lint screen with hot water n brush with hot water and liquid detergent scrub lint screen with the brush to remove residue buildup 3 Rinse screen with hot water 4 Thoroughly dry lint screen with a clean towel replace in drver 3 Roll lint off the screen with your fingers Do not rinse or wash screen to remove lint Wet lint is hard to remove 4 Replace cover on lint scr...

Page 11: ...with detergent and very warm water 2 Apply paste to a soft cloth and scrub area until all excess dye is removed Explosion Hazard Turn off the electrical power before cleaning the dryer interior Make sure the dryer is cool Use nonflammable cleaner Failure to do so could result in explo sion fire electrical shock or injury 3 Wipe thoroughly with a damp cloth 4 Tumble a load of rags to dry 11 ...

Page 12: ...haded area in illustra tion with a soft brush or vacuum cleaner Avoid damaging wires thermostats electric funnel gas or ignitor gas 4 Replace panel 5 Reconnect and level dryer again if necessary Electrical Shock Hazard Unplug the power supply cord or turn off the electrical power before removing dryer panels Make sure the dryer is cool Dryer parts can have sharp edges Use care when handling When r...

Page 13: ... uneven drying and l For better tumbling action when drying only a few small items add one or two lint free towels This also prevents small lightweight items from blocking airflow wrinkling and can cause items to wear out faster because of pilling l You may need to rearrange large items sheets blankets tablecloths during a cycle to reduce balling or rolling up Drying tips l Close zippers snaps and...

Page 14: ... l Shorten drying times by exhausting dryer l Dry only full loads without overdrying properly and cleaning exhaust duct and l Avoid overloading dryer adding wet items outside exhaust hood as needed to a partly dried load or opening the door Keep the lint screen clean unnecessarily Use your dryer in a room where room air Plan your laundry to dry one load after temperature is above 45 F 7 C another ...

Page 15: ...one or two dry towels in the dryer and preheat 3 5 minutes on a high setting This will dry blankets faster and help avoid pilling 2 Put blanket in dryer with warm towels 3 Check after 10 minutes Remove when still damp Overdrying and long tumbling can cause shrinking and pilling 4 Place blanket on flat surface or over two lines to finish drying Gently stretch to original size and shape 5 When compl...

Page 16: ...ring the drying cycle 3 Smooth and reshape before putting away Snowsuits jackets l Nylon or polyester Check label for fiber content then follow care label instructions 1 Dry garment for about 10 minutes Remove and turn inside out Dry for 10 more minutes 2 Remove from dryer immediately and hang on a non rusting hanger to finish drying This will help eliminate wrinkles Tinted dyed or Dry according t...

Page 17: ...ockets Pilling surface fuzz caused by normal wear and laundering attracts lint shrinking Overdrying l Fabric type and quality inappropriate for drying l Dryer settings incorrect for fabric type l Manufacturer s care label instructions not followed slow drying l Full lint screen l Load too large and bulky to dry quickly l Dryer located in room with temperature below 45 F 7 C l Exhaust duct clogged ...

Page 18: ...ord plugged in Have you blown a fuse or tripped the circuit breaker Is exhaust duct or outside exhaust hood clogged with lint For gas dryers are the valves open on the dryer and the supply line Is the dryer making noise Is there a thumping sound from support rollers indicating dryer has not been used for awhile Is the lint signal sounding If you still have problems see Requesting Assistance or Ser...

Page 19: ...lANCE HOUSEHOLD MAJOR SERVICE REPAIR See Whirlpool Appliances or Authorized Whirlpool Serwce Example XYZ Serwe Co WASHING MACHINES 8 DRYERS SERVICE REPAIR See WhIrlpool Appliances or Authorfzed WhIrlpool Serwce Example XYZ Seruce Co 3 If you need FSP replacement parts FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replac...

Page 20: ...orized modifications made to the appliance 6 94 WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this exclusion or limitation may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Outside the U...

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