Whirlpool 3LWED5500 User manual

W10592546A - EN/FR/SP/AR
W10592547A - PT/GR/IT/DE
ELECTRONIC DRYER
USE AND CARE GUIDE
SECHE-LINGE ELECTRONIQUE
GUIDE D’UTILISATION ET D’ENTRETIEN
SECADORA ELECTRÓNICA
MANUAL DE USO Y CUIDADO
Table of Contents
3LWED5500
DRYER SAFETY .................................................................2
DRYER DISPOSAL.............................................................3
SPECIFICATIONS...............................................................4
CHECK YOUR VENT SYSTEM
FOR GOOD AIR FLOW ......................................................4
Table des matières
Índice
CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES .................................5
CYCLE GUIDE....................................................................6
USING YOUR DRYER ........................................................7
DRYER CARE.....................................................................9
TROUBLESHOOTING......................................................11
SECURITE DU SECHE-LINGE ........................................13
ELIMINATION DU SECHE-LINGE ...................................14
CARACTERISTIQUES......................................................15
VERIFICATION D’UNE CIRCULATION D’AIR
ADEQUATE POUR LE SYSTEME D’EVACUATION........15
TABLEAU DE COMMANDE ET CARACTERISTIQUES..16
GUIDE DES PROGRAMMES...........................................17
UTILISATION DU SECHE-LINGE ....................................18
ENTRETIEN DU SECHE-LINGE ......................................20
DEPANNAGE ....................................................................22
SEGURIDAD DE LA SECADORA ....................................24
ELIMINACIÓN DE LA SECADORA .................................26
ESPECIFICACIONES .......................................................26
REVISE QUE EL SISTEMA DE VENTILACIÓN
TENGA UN BUEN FLUJO DE AIRE ................................27
PANEL DE CONTROL Y CARACTERÍSTICAS .............. 28
GUÍA DE CICLOS............................................................ 29
USO DE SU SECADORA ................................................ 30
CUIDADO DE LA SECADORA........................................ 32
SOLUCIÓN DE PROBLEMAS......................................... 34
Ceci est une traduction de l’anglais.
This is the original language (English)
Traducido del inglés.

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DRYER SAFETY
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
nDo not use this dryer if it appears to be damaged or is defective. Contact the owner of the dryer to have proper
repairs made.
nDo not use this dryer if industrial chemicals have been used for cleaning.
nDo not dry unwashed items in the tumble dryer.
WARNING: Never stop a tumble dryer before the end of the drying cycle unless all items are quickly removed and spread out so
the the heat is dissipated.

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DRYER DISPOSAL

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CHECK YOUR VENT SYSTEM FOR GOOD AIR FLOW
Good Air Flow
Along with heat, dryers require good air ow to efciently
dry laundry. Proper venting will reduce your drying times
and improve your energy savings. See Installation
Instructions.
The venting system attached to the dryer plays a big role
in good air ow.
Service calls caused by improper venting are not covered
by the warranty and will be paid by the customer, regardless
of who installed the dryer.
Maintain good air ow by:
Good Better
Use Automatic cycles for Better Fabric Care and Energy Savings
Use the Automatic Cycles to provide the most energy savings and enhanced fabric care from the dryer. During Automatic Cycles,
drying air temperature and moisture level are sensed in the load. This sensing occurs throughout the drying cycle and the dryer
shuts off when the load reaches the selected dryness. The dryer will default to Normal Dryness Level to give you optimal dryness
for your load and save energy. With Timed Dry, the dryer runs the amount of time set and sometimes results in shrinkage, wrinkling,
and static due to over-drying. Use Timed Dry for the occasional damp load that needs a little more drying time or when using the
drying rack.
n Cleaning your lint screen before each load.
n Replace plastic or foil vent material with 102 mm (4")
diameter heavy, rigid vent material.
n Use the shortest length of vent possible.
n Use no more than four 90° elbows in a vent system;
each bend and curve reduces air ow.
n Remove lint and debris from the exhaust hood.
n Remove lint from the entire length of the vent system at
least every 2 years. When cleaning is complete, be sure
to follow the Installation Instructions supplied with your
dryer for nal product check.
n Clear away items from the front the dryer.
102 mm
( 4" )
SPECIFICATIONS
These units are sold in multiple regions with different
requirements for measuring capacity. Below are a few of
the valid forms of measure posted on this product:
Dry Linen Capacity: A weight measure that reects a
maximum load size that can be loaded into the dryer.
IEC Capacity: The capacity measure that represents the
maximum capacity of dry linens and textiles which the
manufacturer declares can be treated in a specic cycle.
Dry Linen Capacity
IEC Capacity
10,5 kg (23 lb)
8,2 kg (18 lb)
Sound Level:
Lpa < 70 dB(A) (Kpa: +/- 2,5 dB(A))

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CONTROL PANEL & FEATURES
POWER/STANDBY BUTTON
Press to turn the dryer on and off.
DRYER CYCLE KNOB
Use your Dryer Cycle knob to select available cycles on
your dryer. Turn the knob to select a cycle for your laundry
load. See “Cycle Guide” for detailed descriptions of cycles.
Timed Dry
Will run the dryer for the specied time on the control.
On models with a selectable temperature knob, you may
choose a setting based on the fabrics in your load. Drying
time and temperature will depend on your dryer model.
Automatic Cycles with ACCUDRY Control
Senses moisture in the load and air temperature and
shuts off when the load reaches the selected dryness
level. Gives the best drying in the shortest time. Drying
time will vary based on fabric type, load size, and dryness
setting.
START/PAUSE BUTTON
Press to start a cycle, or press once while a cycle is in
process to pause it.
OPTIONS AND SETTINGS
Temp
Select a drying temperature based on the fabrics in your
load. If you are unsure of the temperature to select for
a load, select the lower setting rather than the higher
setting.
NOTE: The Air Dry Temp Feature is not available on the
Automatic Cycles.
Wrinkle Shield Feature
When you are unable to remove a load of clothes
from the dryer as soon as it stops, wrinkles can form.
The WRINKLE SHIELD feature periodically tumbles,
rearranges, and uffs the load to help keep wrinkles
from forming.
n Press the WRINKLE SHIELD button to turn ON
or OFF at any time before the cycle has ended.
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Cycle Signal
The Cycle Signal produces an audible sound when the
drying cycle is nished. Promptly removing clothes
at the end of the cycle reduces wrinkling.
Press CYCLE SIGNAL to turn on.
NOTE: When the Wrinkle Shield setting is selected
and the Cycle Signal is on, the tone will sound every
20minutes until the clothes are removed, or the Wrinkle
Shield setting ends.
CYCLE STATUS LIGHTS
Lights indicate the progress of the drying cycles.
Wet
The load is still wet and/or the cycle just started.
Damp
This indicator shows that the load is partially dried and
items that you may wish to hang up or iron while still
damp may removed.
Cool Down
The dryer has nished drying with heat, and is now
tumbling the load without heat to cool it down and
reduce wrinkling.
Done
This will indicate that the selected cycle has ended and
the load may be removed from the dryer. If the Wrinkle
Shield option has been selected, the dryer may continue
to tumble the load, even if the Done indicator is lit.
Wrinkle Shield
This indicator will light if the Wrinkle Shield option has
been selected and is running. The dryer will continue to
tumble the load for up to 90 minutes after the cycle has
ended.
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Not all features and options are available on all models.
Appearance may vary.
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Not all cycles and settings are available on all models. Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that cycle.
AUTOMATIC DRY – Senses moisture in the load or air temperature and shuts off when the load reaches the selected dryness level.
Depending on model, temperature may be selected on cycle knob or be a separate control.
Items to dry: Cycle: Drying
Temperature: Available
Options: Cycle Details:
Jeans, heavy work clothes, towels More Dry
Normal Dry
Less Dry
High
Medium
Low
Gives the best drying in the shortest time.
Drying time varies based on fabric type,
load size, and dryness setting.
Select a drying temperature based on
the fabrics in your load. If you are unsure
of the temperature to select for a load,
select the lower setting rather than the
higher setting.
CYCLE GUIDE — AUTOMATIC CYCLES
CYCLE GUIDE — TIMED DRY
Items to dry: Cycle: Drying
Temperature: Available
Options: Cycle Details:
Not all cycles and settings are available on all models.
TIMED DRY – Will run the dryer for the specied time on the control. Depending on model, temperature may be selected on cycle
knob or be a separate control.
Any load
Rubber, plastic, heat
sensitive fabrics
Timed Dry
Timed Dry Air Dry
Temp
Wrinkle Shield
Time Adjustment
Cycle Signal
Dries items to a damp level for items that
do not require an entire drying cycle.
Select a drying temperature based on
the fabrics in your load. If you are unsure
of the temperature to select for a load,
select the lower setting rather than the
higher setting.
Use a no heat (air dry) setting for foam,
rubber, plastic, or heat-sensitive fabrics.
NOTE: If loads do not seem as dry as you would like, select More Dry next time you dry a similar load. If loads seem drier than you
like, select Less Dry next time you dry a similar load.
Work clothes, medium weight fabrics,
sheets
Casual, shirts, pants, lightweight items,
synthetics, delicates, athletic wear
Any
Wrinkle Shield
Cycle Signal
COOL DOWN – This step is added to any cycle that uses heat. The load is cooled slowly to reduce wrinkling and make it easier to
handle.
Setting the Drying Temperature
If your dryer has multiple heat settings:
A High heat setting may be used for drying heavyweight items
such as towels and work clothes.
A Low to Medium heat setting may be used for drying
medium-weight items such as sheets, blouses, dresses,
underwear, permanent press fabrics, and some knits.
Use a no heat (air dry) setting for foam, rubber, plastic,
or heat-sensitive fabrics.
Line dry bonded or laminated fabrics.
NOTE: If you have questions about drying temperatures
for various loads, refer to the care label directions.

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USING YOUR DRYER
1. Clean the lint screen
Clean the lint screen before each load. Pull the lint screen
straight up. Roll lint off the screen with your ngers. Do not rinse
or wash screen to remove lint. Push the lint screen rmly back
into place.
For additional cleaning information, see “Dryer Care.”
2. Load the dryer
Place laundry in the dryer. Close the door.
Do not overload the dryer; clothes should be able
to tumble freely.
3. Press POWER
Press the POWER/Standby button to turn on the dryer.
4. Select the desired cycle
Select the desired cycle for your load. See the “Cycle Guide”
or the display for more information about each cycle.

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7. Press START/Pause to begin cycle
Press the START/Pause button to begin the cycle.
8. Remove garments promptly
after cycle is nished
Promptly remove garments after cycle has completed to
reduce wrinkling. If you are unable to remove the load
promptly, press the WRINKLE SHIELD button to turn ON
or OFF at any time before the cycle has ended.
5. Set cycle temperature
The default cycle settings will be shown. For some cycles,
you may select alternate settings by pressing the button for
that setting. Press the TEMP button to change the drying
temperature from the default setting.
NOTE: Not all settings are available with all cycles.
6. Select cycle options (if desired)
Add additional options by pressing the corresponding button.
NOTE: Not all options and settings are available with all
cycles.
Wrinkle Shield
n Provide heat-free, periodic tumbling at the end of a cycle.
Press the WRINKLE SHIELD button to turn ON or OFF
at any time before the cycle has ended.
n The WRINKLE SHIELD feature is preset to “OFF.” If
selected for other cycles, the WRINKLE SHIELD
feature setting will remain “ON” the next time that cycle
is selected.
Cycle Signal
n The Cycle Signal produces an audible sound when the
drying cycle is nished. Promptly removing clothes at the
end of the cycle reduces wrinkling.
n Press CYCLE SIGNAL to turn on.

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DRYER CARE
Keep dryer area clear and free from items that would
block the air ow for proper dryer operation. This includes
clearing piles of laundry in front of the dryer.
Cleaning the lint screen
Every load cleaning
The lint screen is located in the door opening of the dryer.
A screen blocked by lint can increase drying time.
To clean:
1. Pull the lint screen straight up. Roll lint off the screen
with your ngers. Do not rinse or wash screen to
remove lint. Wet lint is hard to remove.
2. Push the lint screen rmly back into place.
IMPORTANT:
n Do not run the dryer with the lint screen loose,
damaged, blocked, or missing. Doing so can cause
overheating and damage to both the dryer and fabrics.
n If lint falls off the screen into the dryer during removal,
check the exhaust hood and remove the lint. See
“Venting Requirements” in the Installation Instructions.
As needed cleaning
Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can build
up on the lint screen. This buildup can cause longer drying
times for your clothes, or cause the dryer to stop before
your load is completely dry. The screen is probably clogged
if lint falls off while the screen is in the dryer.
Clean the lint 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 ngers.
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.
Reinstall screen in dryer.
Cleaning the dryer interior
To clean dryer drum
1. Apply a liquid, nonammable household cleaner to the
stained area of the drum and rub with a soft cloth until
stain is removed.
2. Wipe drum thoroughly with a damp cloth.
3. Tumble a load of clean cloths or towels to dry the drum.
NOTE: Garments that contain loose dyes, such as denim
blue jeans or brightly colored cotton items, may discolor the
dryer interior. These stains will not damage your dryer and
will not stain future loads of clothes. Dry these items inside
out to avoid drum staining.
Removing accumulated lint
From Inside the Dryer Cabinet
Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often,
depending on dryer usage. Cleaning should be done
by a qualied servicer.
From the Exhaust Vent
Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often,
depending on dryer usage.
Cleaning the dryer location

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Changing the Automatic Cycle
Settings to Increase Drying Time
If all your loads on all Automatic cycles are consistently
not as dry as you would like, you may change the default
settings to increase the default dryness level.
Your automatic drying settings can be adjusted to adapt to
different installations, environmental conditions, or personal
preference. This change is retained and will affect all of your
Automatic cycles, not just the current cycle/load. There
are 3 drying settings, which are displayed using the Cycle
Status light (Wet, Damp, Cool Down LEDs).
1Factory preset dryness level.
2Slightly drier clothes, 15% more drying time.
3Much drier clothes, 30% more drying time.
To change the drying settings (on some models):
NOTE: The settings cannot be changed while the dryer
is running or paused. The dryer must be in standby mode
(the power button is off) to adjust the default settings.
1. Before starting a cycle, press and hold the TEMP button
for 6 seconds.
2. Press the TEMP button to select the dryness level
shown in the cycle status light display: Wet light on
= level 1, Wet and Damp lights on = level 2, and Wet,
Damp, and Cool Down lights on = level 3.
3. Press START/PAUSE to save the new dryness level
setting.
Vacation, storage, and moving care
Install and store your dryer where it will not freeze. Because
some water may stay in the hoses, freezing can damage
your dryer. If storing or moving your dryer during freezing
weather, winterize it.
Non-Use or Storage Care
Operate your dryer only when you are at home. If you will
be on vacation or not using your dryer for an extended
period of time, you should:
1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.
2. Clean lint screen. See “Cleaning the Lint Screen.”
Moving Care
IMPORTANT: Washer must be transported in the upright
position.
For power supply cord-connected dryers:
1. Unplug the power supply cord.
2. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.
3. Use tape to secure dryer door.
For direct-wired dryers:
1. Disconnect power.
2. Disconnect wiring.
3. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.
4. Use tape to secure dryer door.
Reinstalling the Dryer
Follow the Installation Instructions to locate, level,
and connect the dryer.
IMPORTANT:
To prevent damage to dryer and personal injury, any
transport/installation of dryer requires two-person handling.