Roper EL4030V User manual

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Please remember
It is your responsibility to be sure that
your dryer:
n Is properly installed by a qualified
person.*
Appliances
EL4030V
EL5030V
EL6050V
GL4030V
GL5030V
GL6050V
. Is installed and leveled on a floor that
can support the weight of the dryer.*
. Is located in a well ventilated room
where the temperature is above
45°F (7.2X).
. Is properly connected to a grounded
electrical circuit that meets the
electrical requirements.*
. Is properly connected to fuel and
exhaust systems.*
n Is not installed against drapes or
curtains.*
. Is used only for the job it was
designed to do.
. Is not used by children or anyone
unable to operate it properly.
mIs properly maintained.
l See Installation Instructions provided.
Energy-saving tips
. Use dryer during non-peak, mDo Not overdry items.
energy-usage hours. Contact your l Shorten drying times by:
power company for the most - cleaning lint screen before or after
energy-efficient times. each use.
. Dry only full loads.
1Do Not add wet items to partially - properly exhausting the dryer.
- using the dryer in a warm room.
dried load. - not opening the dryer door often.
- loading the dryer with similar
fabric weights and types.
- not overloading the dryer.
- drying loads one immediately after
another.

Important Safety Instructions
Reduce risk of fire, electrical shock, or personal injury when using your dryer,
by following basic precautions, including the following:
mRead all instructions before using n Do Not use heat to dry articles
your dryer. containing foam rubber, similarly
. Do Not dry items cleaned in, textured rubber-like materials
washed in, soaked in or spotted and other heat-sensitive fabrics.
with gasoline, dry-cleaning Always use No Heat/Fluff setting
solvents, paint, wax or other or line-dry.
flammable or explosive substances n Clean lint screen before or after
in the dryer. The fumes can create each load.
a fire or explosion. Always n Do Not let dust, lint, paper, rags,
hand-wash and air-dry fabrics chemicals, etc. pile up around or
containing these materials. under the dryer or its exhaust
. Do Not allow children to play on or opening.
inside the dryer. Close supervision n The interior of the dryer and
of children is necessary when the exhaust system should be
dryer is used near them. cleaned periodically by a
n Before the dryer is removed from qualified person.
service or discarded, remove the . Dryer must be electrically
door to prevent accidental grounded. See Installation
entrapment. Instructions.
. Do Not reach into the dryer if the n Do Not operate the dryer if:
drum is moving. - it is not working properly
. Do Not install or store dryer where (i.e. noisy, too hot).
it will be exposed to the weather. - it is damaged.
. Do Not tamper with controls. - parts are missing (i.e. door
1 You are responsible for making latch).
sure that your dryer is installed, - all panels are not in place.
repaired and parts replaced by a - the lint screen is loose, damaged
qualified person. or missing.
mDo Not use fabric softeners or m Unplug power supply cord or turn
products to eliminate static unless off electrical power before
recommended by the manufacturer servicing the dryer. Shut off GAS
of those products. VALVE if it is a gas dryer. Shut off
gas valve before leaving on
vacation if it is a gas model.
Savethese Instructions
FORYOURSAFETY
If you smell gas:
1.Openwindows.
2.Don’t touch electrical
switches.
3.Extinguish any open
flame.
4.Immediately call your
gassupplier.
FORYOURSAFETY
Before you dry
DoNot store or use
gasoline or other
flammable vapors and
liquids in the vicinity
of this or any other
appliance. Thefumes
cancreate afire hazard
or explosion.
. Check garments to make sure all
spots and stains were removed
during the wash. Do Not tumble dry
if stains still exist. Heat may
permanently set stains. Rewash
stains, if necessary.
. Turn pockets of heavy items inside
out for even drying.
. Empty all pockets.
. Turn fabrics that are lint-takers and
dark items inside out to help prevent
lint pickup.
. Remove heat-sensitive trims.
. Tie strings and sashes to prevent
tangling.
. Close zippers, snaps and hooks to
avoid snagging other items. Remove
pins, buckles and other hard objects
to avoid scratching the dryer drum.
Contents
Page No.
Product Registration 1
Energy-saving tips I
Important Safety Instructions 2
Before you dry 2
Using your dryer
Loading your dryer 3
Select a cycle and time 3
Select temperature 3
To start 3
To stop 3
To change settings 3
Model EL4030/GL4030 4
Model EL5030/GL5030 5
Model EL6050/GL6050 6-7
Drying Tips
Load sizes 7
Dryer fabric softeners 7
Drying special items 7
Common Laundering Problems ~ 8-9
Caring for your dryer
Cleaning the lint screen 10
Cleaning lint from inside
the dryer cabinet 10
Cleaning the dryer interior __ 10
Cleaning the cabinet exterior ~ 10
Before you go on vacation - 10
Before you call for service ~ 11
Warranty 12
How to get service or assistance -12
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Using your dryer
A. Loading your dryer (Cycles and temperature suggestions vary by model. See your console and Pages 4-7 for
specific model information.)
SortLoad SuggestedCycle SuggestedTemperature
--
Cottons and Linens
Auto-Sense Heavy (For Model 6050temperature
Extra Heavy- Bedspreads,mattress pads, quilts, etc. (Models 6050/5030) settings, seePage7)
Heavyweight - Towels, jeans, corduroys, work clothes Cotton/Perm Press-High
Mediumweight - Sheets, pillowcases, dresses, shirts, diapers (Model 5030)
Lightweight - Batistes, organdies, lingerie Special Dry (Model 4030) Normal (Model 4030)
Permanent Press, Synthetics and Blends
Heavyweight - Work clothes, jackets, raincoats, etc.
Mediumweight - Shirts, play clothes, sheets, slacks
LightweIght - Lingerie, blouses, dresses
Auto-Sense Permanent Press
(Models 6050/5030)
Permanent Press (Model 4030)
(SeePage4 for time settings)
(For Model 6050 temperature
settings, see Page 7)
Cotton/Perm Press-High
(Model 5030)
Normal (Model 4030)
Knits
Heavyweight - cottons, rayons, blends, T-shirts, slacks,
shirts, etc. Auto-Sense Permanent Press
(Models 6050/5030)
Permanent Press (Model 4030)
40-50 minutes
Medium-Low (Model 6050)
Cotton/Penn Press-High
(Model 5030)
Normal (Model 4030)
Medium and Lightweight - Synthetics (polyester, acrylic,
etc.) and blends, lingerie, blouses, dresses, etc. Auto-Sense Permanent Press
(Models 6050/5030)
Permanent Press(Model 4030)
30-40 minutes
Knits/Delicate Low (Model 6050)
Knits Low (Model 5030)
Knits Low (Model 4030)
Delicate Fabrics
Sheer curtains (2 or 3 panels)
Gauze,lace, etc.
Auto-Sense Permanent Press
(Models 6050/5030)
Permanent Press (Model 4030)
20-30minutes
15-20 minutes
Ex Low (Model 6050)
Knits Low (Model 5030)
No Heat/Fluff (Model 4030)
Rubber, Plastic, Heat-sensitive Fabrics Timed settings No HeatIFluff (Model 6050) (For Model 6050, see No Heat/Fluff.
Foam Rubber - Pillows. bras, stuffed toys 20-30 minutes Page 6)
Plastic - Shower curtains, tablecloths 20-30 minutes Timed Dry (Model 5030) No Heat/Fluff (Model 5030/4030)
Rubber-backedrugs
40-50 minutes PermanentPress(Model 4030)
Olefin, polypropylene, sheer nylon 15-20 minutes
Do Not overdry. Overdrying can
cause shrinkage, static cling or
can damage some fabrics.
NOTE: The drawings in this book may
vary slightly from your dryer model.
They are designed to show the different
features of all the models covered by this
book. Your model may not include all the
features shown.
B..Selecta cycle and time
Turn cycle control knob either direction
until the indicator on knob’s outer ring
points to cycle and setting you want.
C.Selecttemperature E.To stop the dryer at any
Turn temperature selector to the
temperature setting you want.
D.To start
Iv
Open the door or turn the cycle control
knob to OFF. To restart, close the door,
select cycle (if necessary) and push
start button.
F. To changesetting at any
time
Turn cycle control knob and/or
temperature selector to new setting.
The cycle control knob should point
to OFF when the dryer is not in use.
If the dryer is stopped before the
cycle finishes, turn the cycle control
knob to OFF.
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Model EL4030/GL4030
(Check behind dryer door for model
number)
stxeen
Model and
serial number
Selectcycle and setting
A. SpecialDry
Use this cycle to dry LIGHT, MEDIUM,
HEAVY and EX HEAVY cottons and
linens. See loading chart for suggested
cycle settings. If the load is not as dry
as you want after finishing the cycle,
set cycle control knob more to the left
the next time you dry that kind of load.
If the load is too dry, set the cycle
control knob more to the right the next
time you dry that kind of load.
B.Permanent Press
Use this cycle to dry permanent press,
knits and delicate fabrics for a set time
between 10 and 70 minutes. For
example:
Permanent press
Heavyweight - 40-50 minutes
Mediumweight - 30-40 minutes
Lightweight - 20-30 minutes
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To operate, turn cycle control knob to
the number of minutes you want. Push
the start button. The last 10 minutes of
this cycle are without heat to help make
the load easier to handle and to reduce
wrinkling.
C.DampDry
Use this setting to dry damp items or to
dry items to damp level (for example
heavy cottons such as jeans which you
do not want to become stiff or cotton
clothes which are easier to press when
damp.)
D.Wrinkle Free
Use this cycle to remove wrinkles from
clothing that has been packed in a
suitcase, closet or not removed
promptly from dryer. To operate, turn
cycle control knob to WRINKLE FREE;
set the temperature selector to
KNITS/LOW and push the start button.
The load will tumble in heated air for 10
minutes and without heat for 10
minutes more. For best results, put only
a few items in the dryer and remove as
soon as the dryer stops. Fold or hang
on hangers immediately.
Select temperature
setting
A. NoHeat/Fluff
Use for rubber, plastic and heat-
sensitive fabrics. (See chart on Page 3
for time settings.)
To operate, turn temperature selector to
NO HEAT/FLUFF. Turn cycle control
knob to the number of minutes you
want.
Push the start button.
B.Knits/Low
Use for medium/lightweight knits and
delicate fabrics.
C.Normal
Use for cotton, linen, permanent press
and heavyweight knit fabrics.

Models EL5030/GL5030
(Check behind dryer door for
model number)
selector
Model and
serial number
Select cycle and
setting
A. Automatic Cycles
The automatic cycles let you select the
degree of dryness you want. A
thermostat senses the air temperature
and automatically shuts the dryer off
when the selected dryness is reached.
1. Use Auto-Sense Heavy to dry heavy
and medium-weight cotton or linen
items. The load tumbles without heat
the last 5 minutes for easier load
handling.
2. Use Auto-Sense Permanent Press to
dry permanent press, knits and other
synthetic items. The load tumbles
without heat during the last 10 minutes
to help prevent wrinkles and to make
the load easier to handle.
3. Adjusting the dryness levels. Set
the cycle control knob to Normal Dry in
the automatic cycle. When dryer stops,
feel the items for dryness.
If items are drier than you like, set the
conizol to the right of Normal Dry the
next time you dry that kind of load.
If the items are not as dry as you like,
set the control to the left of Normal Dry
the next time you dry that kind of load.
The cycle control knob will not move
until the clothes load is almost dry, or
the cool-down time of the cycle has
been reached. After the cool-down
cycle is finished, the cycle control knob
automatically moves to OFF and the
dryer stops tumbling.
B.Timed Dry
Use this cycle for drying a load for a set
time between 10 and 60 minutes. To
operate, turn cycle control knob to the
number of minutes you want. Push the
start button. (The last 5 minutes of this
cycle are without heat to help make the
load easier to handle and to reduce
wrinkling.)
NOTE: Overdrying can cause shrinkage,
static cling and damage to some fabrics.
C.DampDry
Use this setting to dry damp items or to
dry items to damp level (for example
heavy cottons such as jeans which you
do not want to become stiff or cotton
clothes which are easier to press when
damp.)
D.Wrinkle Free
Use this cycle to remove wrinkles from
clothing that has been packed in a
suitcase, closet or not removed
promptly from dryer. To operate, turn
cycle control knob to WRINKLE FREE;
set the temperature selector knob to
NOTE: Overdrying can cause shrinkage,
static cling and damage to some fabrics.
KNITS/LOW and push the start button.
The load will tumble in heated air for 15
minutes and without heat for 5 minutes
more. For best results, put only a few
items in the dryer and remove as soon
as the dryer stops. Fold or hang on
hangers immediately.
Select temperature
setting
A. NoHeat/Fluff
Use for rubber, plastic and heat-
sensitive fabrics. (See chart on Page 3
for time settings.)
To operate, turn temperature selector to
NO HEAT/FLUFF. Turn cycle control
knob to TIMED DRYING and set the
number of minutes you want.
Push the start button.
B.Knits/Low
Use for medium/lightweight knits and
delicate fabrics.
C.Cotton/Perm PressHigh
Use for cotton, linen, permanent press
and heavyweight knit fabrics. Page 5

Cycle
’control
Models EL6050/GL6050
(Check behind dryer door for
model number)
Temperature screen
selector I I
Model and
serial numb
plate
Access
panel (gas
model only)
ler
Select cycle and
setting
A. Automatic Cycles
The automatic cycles let you select the
degree of dryness you want. A
thermostat senses the air temperature
and automatically shuts the dryer off
when the selected dryness is reached.
1. Use Auto-Sense Heavy to dry heavy
and medium-weight cotton or linen
items. The load tumbles without heat
the last 5 minutes for easier load
handling.
2. Use Auto-Sense Permanent Press to
dry permanent press, knits and other
synthetic items. The load tumbles
without heat during the last 10 minutes
to help prevent wrinkles and to make
the load easier to handle.
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3. Adjusting the dryness levels. Set
the cycle control knob to Normal Dry in
the automatic cycle. When dryer stops,
feel the items for dryness.
If items are drier than you like, set the
control to the right of Normal Dry the
next time you dry that kind of load.
If the items are not as dry as you like,
set the control to the left of Normal Dry
the next time to dry that kind of load.
The cycle control knob will not move
until the clothes load is almost dry, or
the cool-down time of the cycle has
been reached. After the cool-down
cycle is finished, the cycle control knob
automatically moves to OFF and the
dryer stops tumbling.
B.NoHeat/Fluff
Use for rubber, plastic and heat-
sensitive fabrics. (See chart on Page 3
for time settings.)
To operate turn cycle control to number
of minutes you want in the No
Heat/Fluff cycle. Push the start button.
Cycle may need to be reset for
additional time.
NOTE: A temperature setting does not
need to be selected in this cycle.
C.Timed Dry
Use this cycle for drying a load for a set
time between 10 and 70 minutes. To
operate, turn cycle control knob to the
number of minutes you want. Push the
start button. (The last 5 minutes of this
cycle are without heat to help make the
load easier to handle and to reduce
wrinkling.)
NOTE: Overdrying can cause shrinkage,
static cling and damage to some fabrics.
D.DampDry
Use this setting to dry damp items or to
dry items to damp level (for example
heavy cottons such as jeans which you
do not want to become stiff or cotton
clothes which are easier to press when
damp).
E.Wrinkle Free
Use this cycle to remove wrinkles from
clothing that has been packed in a
suitcase, closet or not removed
promptly from dryer. To operate, turn
cycle control knob to WRINKLE FREE;
set the temperature selector knob to
KNITS/LOW and push the start button.
The load will tumble in heated air for 15
minutes and without heat for 5 minutes
more. For best results, put only a few
items in the dryer and remove as soon
as the dryer stops. Fold or hang on
hangers immediately.

Models EL6050/
GL6050 continued
Select temperature
setting
(May be set on or between setting
shown).
A. Ex Low
Use for lightweight and delicate fabrics
such as sheer curtains, lace and gauze.
B.Knits/Delicate Low
Use for lightweight cottons and linens,
delicate knits and synthetic fabrics.
C.Medium Low
Use for lightweight permanent press,
heavyweight knits and synthetic
fabrics.
D. PermPressMedium
Use for heavyweight and
mediumweight cottons and linens,
permanent press and synthetic fabrics.
E. Cotton High
Use for heavyweight cottons and linens.
Gentle Heat
During the last few minutes of
all heat cycles, the dryer temperature
gradually reduces to a lower heat
setting to help prevent overdrying.
End-of-Cycle Signal
A signal sounds when the cycle is
finished. This signal cannot be shut off
or adjusted.
The signal is helpful when drying
permanent press, synthetic and other
items that should be removed as soon
as the dryer stops.
Drying tips
A. Loadsizes
Do Not overload the dryer.
Mix larger items with smaller items.
Dry smaller loads of permanent press
and synthetics and remove immediately
after tumbling stops, to reduce
wrinkling.
Add one or two, lint-free towels to loads
with just a few small items. This allows
for better tumbling action and prevents
the small, lightweight items from
blocking air flow.
Rearrange load during a cycle to
prevent large items (sheets, tablecloths
and blankets) from balling or rolling up.
B.Dryer fabric softeners
Follow manufacturer’s instructions.
Place fabric softener sheet on top of the
load before starting the dryer.
Do Not add fabric softener sheet after
cycle has started. Instant heat may
cause the fabric softener to spot fabrics.
A clear, grease-like spot can result if a
fabric softener sheet becomes tangled
or wrapped in an item during tumbling.
To remove fabric softener stain, wet the
stain and rub with liquid detergent or
bar soap. Wash the item.
Some dryer fabric softeners can:
n deposit a greasy-looking
residue on fabrics and inside the
dryer.
n cause rust inside the dryer.
1 clog the lint screen and slow
down drying.
n cause dryers with dryness
sensors to overheat and/or fail
to shut off.
Use only fabric softeners specially
labeled as not being harmful to the
dryer.
C.Drying special items
Follow fabric care label instructions
carefully for blankets, woolens, curtains,
draperies, slip covers, diapers and baby
clothes, elastic items, flame-retardant
finishes, heat-sensitive fabrics, napped
items (corduroy and velveteen) and
permanent press fabrics.
Knitted woolens
Machine drying is not recommended.
Block to shape when wet and allow
to air-dry.
Cotton and canvas shoes
1. Place several bath towels in the dryer
to act as a buffer.
2. If rubber or foam rubber materials are
part of shoe, use No Heat/Fluff
setting. For other materials see
Page 3.
3. Remove when damp-dry and finish
drying out of the dryer.
Service or performance problems
caused by the use of any product not
manufactured by Whirlpool Corporation
are the responsibility of the
manufacturer of that product.
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Common Laundering Problems
Problem Checkif What to do
Brown
stains Dryer fabric softeners were used.
Wet items were stored in washer
or dryer.
Follow manufacturer’s product directions carefully.
Do Not store wet items in washer or dryer. This can cause rusting.
Color
transfer
Greasy
spots
Dryer drum is clean.
Dryer fabric softeners were used.
Undiluted washer fabric softener
was used.
Clean dryer drum thoroughly after drying tinted, dyed or non-colorfast
items. (See Page 10.)
Follow manufacturer’s product directions carefully.
Dilute fabric softener before adding to deep rinse.
Enough detergent was used. Use enough detergent to hold soil in the wash water until it drains
away. Undrained soil can stick to outer tub of the washer and cause
greasy spots with next load.
Items were clean before they
were dried. Soiled items can stain other items in the load. They can also leave
stains on the dryer drum that can be picked up by items in later loads.
Dryer heat may permanently set these stains.
Lint Lint screen is clogged.
Load is properly sorted.
Static electricity is attracting lint.
Load is too big or heavy.
Paper or tissue was in pocket.
Enough detergent was used.
Pilling is being mistaken for lint.
Clean lint screen. (See Page 10.)
Sort lint-givers (bath towels, etc.) from lint-takers (synthetics, permanent
press).
Use fabric softener in the washer’s final, deep rinse. Use correct dryer
settings for fabric. Overdrying synthetics can cause lint-attracting
static electricity.
Dry smaller loads. When items can’t tumble freely, air is unable to carry
lint to lint screen.
Empty pockets carefully. A small scrap of paper can cause a lot of lint.
Use enough detergent to hold the lint in the water until it drains away.
Base detergent amount on water hardness and soil in wash load.
Pilling (surface fuzz) is caused by normal wear and laundering. Pills do
not break away easily from the fabric and can often collect lint.
Synthetic fabrics are more likely to pill than others, especially at
neckbands, elbows and knees.
Shrinking Items are overdried. Remove items while there is still a trace of moisture. Some items should
be removed while damp, then shaped and air-dried. Use LESS DRY
setting if your dryer has an automatic dryness control.
Fabric type and quality is suitable
for drying. Some knits are stretched during manufacturing. Washing and drying
returns them to the original size. This is normal. Check quality of
garment before buying. Follow fabric care label directions carefully.
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Common Laundering Problems, Continued
Problem Checkif What to do
Slow
drying There is a large amount of
moisture in the load to be dried.
Cold rinse water is used.
Room air temperature is below
45°F or 7.2%.
Dryer is exhausted according to Install and exhaust your dryer according to the Installation Instructions
Installation Instructions. provided.
Lint screen is clogged. Clean lint screen before or after each use.
Proper electrical supply is used. Properly connect the dryer to a grounded electrical circuit that meets
the electrical requirements stated in the Installation Instructions.
Modern dryer design is new to
you.
Static
electricity Load is overdried.
Fabric softener was used.
Synthetics, synthetic blends,
permanent press and knits are
in load.
Some items hold more moisture than others (cottons more than
polyester). They take longer to dry. Full loads take longer to dry than
small loads of the same fabric. Low washer-spin speeds (recommended
for permanent press and lmits) remove less moisture than high-spin
speeds.
A load rinsed in cold water will take slightly longer to dry than a warm
one. Cold rinses, however, help save energy and reduce wrinkling
more than warm rinses do.
Install dryer in a room where the air temperature is warmer than 45°F or
7.2%. Cold air increases drying time and may cause wrinkles not to be
removed.
Your modem dryer is designed for the care of modern fabrics. Drying
temperatures are lower than in older models. The cool-down time at
the end of each drying cycle helps reduce wrinkling and makes clothes
easier to handle, but it may take longer to dry than you are used to.
Remove items while there is still a trace of moisture.
Use a “less dry” setting if your dryer has an automatic dryness sensor.
Follow manufacturer’s product directions carefully.
Synthetics, synthetic blends, permanent press and knits build up static
electricity. Use a fabric softener and be careful not to overdry the load.
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Caring for your dryer
A. Cleaning the lint screen
Open the lid and pull the lint screen
straight out. Roll the lint off the screen
with your fingers. Do Not rinse or wash
the screen. Push the screen firmly back
into place.
Fire Hazard
mClean the lint screen before or
after each load. A screen blocked
by lint can increase drying time
and can cause a fire.
n Do Not run the dryer with the lint
screen loose, damaged, blocked
or missing. This can cause
overheating, damage to fabrics
and a fire.
B.CIeaning lint from inside
dryer cabinet
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Electric Dryarr
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- -Behind access
I
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Lint can gather inside the
dryer and cause a fire.
Remove lint at least every
2 to 3 years, or more often,
depending on dryer usage.
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Electrical Shock Hazard
nUnplug power supply cord or shut
off electrical power supply before
removing lint.
.Do Not put hands inside dryer
cabinet.
.Make sure the dryer is cool.
Failure to do so could result in
electrical shock, injury or damage.
Fire Hazard
. Shut off gas valves on gas dryers.
Failure to do so could result in gas
leak or explosion.
Cleaning should be done only by a
qualified person.
1. Remove back panel (electric) or lower
access panel (gas).
2. Remove lint from boxed-in area with
a soft brush or vacuum cleaner.
3. Avoid damaging wires, thermostats,
funnel or igniter.
4. Replace panel; reconnect and re-level
dryer.
C.Cleaning the dryer
interior
Electrical Shock Hazard
n Unplug power supply cord or shut
off electrical power supply before
cleaning interior.
Failure to do so could result in
electrical shock or injury.
Fire Hazard
nShut off gas valves on gas dryers.
n Use nonflammable cleaner.
Failure to do so could result in gas
leak or explosion.
If the interior is discolored from fabrics
containing unstable dyes (blue denim
jeans or brightly colored cottons) clean
with one of the following methods to
avoid staining later load items:
1. Powdered laundry detergent
Make a paste with detergent and very
warm water. Apply paste to a soft,
clean cloth and scrub area until all
excess dye is removed.
Wipe thoroughly with a damp cloth.
To dry, tumble a load of clean rags.
2. Nonflammable liquid household
cleaner
Apply to stained area. Rub with a soft,
clean cloth until all excess dye is
removed. To dry, tumble a load of
clean rags.
D. Cleaning the cabinet
exterior
Wipe off all spills with a damp, soft
cloth. Spills allowed to remain
may dull or damage the finish.
. Do Not put sharp or heavy objects
on or in the dryer. These objects
may damage the dryer. Check
pockets for bolts, nuts, etc.
E.Beforeyou go on
vacation
Clean lint screen.
For electric dryer - unplug the power
cord or shut off the electrical
power supply.
For gas dryer - close gas valve.

Before you call for service
If you are having an operating problem,
check this chart to see what might be
the cause before you call for assistance.
Problem Checkif What to do
Dryer will Power cord is plugged into a live circuit with
not run. proper voltage. Turn cycle control knob to OFF. Firmly plug cord into
electrical outlet. Check circuit voltage at fuse/circuit
breaker box. Reset controls and push start button.
Dryer door is closed.
Start button is pushed firmly.
Controls are set in a running or ON position.
Home’s main fuse has blown or circuit breaker
has tripped. Also check if a time-delayed
fuse or circuit breaker has been used.
Close door firmly.
Push start button.
Set controls and push start button.
Turn cycle control knob to OFF. Replace fuse with a
time-delay fuse of the correct capacity.
Reset circuit breaker. Reset controls and push start
button.
Dryer will
not heat.
Gas shutoff valves are open both on dryer and
on supply line.
Cycle control knob or temperature selector is
set on NO HEAT/FLUFF.
Heat cycle is in its last minutes. (There is no
heat during that time.)
Turn cycle control knob to OFF. Open gas valve. Wait 5
minutes. Reset controls and push start button.
Reset cycle control knob or temperature selector to
heat setting.
Wait for cycle to finish.
Home’s main fuse has blown or circuit breaker
has tripped. Also check if a time-delayed
fuse or circuit breaker has been used.
Turn cycle control knob to OFF. Replace fuse with a
time-delay fuse of the correct capacity.
Reset circuit breaker. Reset controls and push start
button.
An electric dryer circuit uses 2 breakers or 2 fuses.
If one breaker has tripped or one fuse has blown,
the dryer may run, but not heat.
Gas shutoff valves are open both on dryer and
on supply line. Turn cycle control knob to OFF. Open gas valves. Wait 5
minutes. Reset controls and push start button.
Drying time Lint screen clean. Clean lint screen. See instructions on Page 10.
too long.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
ROPER
Appliances
LENGTH OF WARRANTY
(From date of purchase) PRODUCTS COVERED WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY All Roper Appliances Replacement parts and repair labor to
correct defects in materials or
workmanship.
FULL FIVE YEAR WARRANTY Refrigerators
Freezers
Air Conditioners
LIMITED 2ND-5TH YEAR
WARRANTY Microwave Ovens
LIMITED 2ND-5TH YEAR
WARRANTY Automatic Washers
Replacement parts and repair labor for
the sealed refrigeration system
(compressor, evaporator, condenser,
drier or connecting tubing) which we
find to be defective in materials or
workmanship.
Repair or replacement of magnetron
tube which we find to be defective in
materials or workmanship.
Repair or replacement of any part of
the gear case assembly which we find
to be defective in materials or
workmanship.
WHATWEWILL NOTPAYFOR
A. SERVICE CALLS TO:
1. Correct the installation of your appliance.
2. Instruct you how to use your appliance.
3. Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing.
4. Replace owner accessible light bulbs.
B. Repairs when appliance is used in other than normal, single-family household use.
C. Pick up and delivery. Your appliance is designed to be repaired in the home.
D. Damage to appliance caused by accident, misuse, fire, flood, acts of God, or use of product not approved by us.
E. Any labor costs during the limited warranties.
This Roper appliance is warranted by Whirlpool Corporation. Under no circumstances shall it be liable under this warranty for
incidental or consequential damages and all implied warranties are limited to the same time periods stated in the express
warranties for Roper Brand Appliances. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages
or limitations of how long an implied warranty may last, so the above limitations or exclusions 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 United States, a different warranty may apply. For details, please contact your franchised Roper distributor or military
exchange.
HOWTOGETSERVICEORASSISTANCE
If you need service, first see the “Before You Call For Service” section of this book. If you still need service after checking this
section, additional help can be found if you:
1Contact your selling dealer for the authorized servicer in your area?
OR
.Phone l-800-44-ROPER (l-800-447-6737) between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday:
OR
.For further information, write to: Consumer Relations Dept., Roper Brand Appliances, 2000 M-63 North, Benton Harbor, MI 49022’
*When requesting assistance, please provide the model and serial numbers, date of purchase, and a complete description of the
problem. The model and serial numbers are located behind the dryer door. (See illustration for your model on pages 4, 5 or 6.)
If you are not satisfied with the service received, contact the Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel (MACAP). MACAP is a group
of independent consumer experts that voices consumer views at the highest levels of the major appliance industry.
Contact MACAP only when the dealer, authorized servicer or Roper Brand Appliance warrantor have failed to resolve your problem.
Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel
20 North Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60606
MACAP will in turn inform us of your action.
Part No. 3391353 Rev. B
01990 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U.S.A