Whirlpool 9830492 User manual

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Compact Dryer
240~Volt
Part No. 9830492

Before you start...
Check location where dryer will
be installed. Proper installation is
your responsibility. Make sure
you have everything necessary
for correct installation,
Grounded electrical supply
is required. See Electrical
requirements, Panel A.
Four-inch metal exhaust
duct is required.
Check code requirements:
Some codes do not permit or
limit installation of clothes
dryers in garages, closets,
mobile homes, or sleeping
quarters. Contact your local
building inspector.
Protection from the weather:
Proper operation of dryer cycles
requires temperatures above 45”F,
or the dryer may not shut off when
automatic cycles are used.
level floor: 1-inch maximum slope
under entire dryer.
Open dryer and remove
literature and parts
packages.
Important: Observe all
governing codes and
ordinances.
closet installation
instructions” on back cover.
Support: Floor must be
sturdy enough to support
dryer weight of 92 pounds.
Tools and materials
needed for
installation:
knife
Parts supplied for
installation:
Remove parts from packages. Check thal
all parts were included.
literature package
Panel A
Electrical
Requirements
This appliance is manufactured with the
neutral terminal connected to the cabinet
Electrical Shock Hazard
l Electrical ground is required on this
appliance.
l If cold water pipe is interrupted by
plastic, non-metallic gaskets or other
insulating materials, Do Not use for
grounding.
l Do Not ground to a gas pipe.
l Do Not modify the power supply cord
plug. If it does not fit the outlet, have a
proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician.
l Do Not have a fuse in the neutral or
grounding circuit. A fuse in the neutral
or grounding circuit could result in an
electrical shock.
l Do Not use an extension cord with this
appliance.
l Check with a qualified electrician if
you are in doubt as to whether the
appliance is properly grounded.
Failure to follow these instructions could
result in serious injury or death.
If codes permit and a separate grounding
wire is used, it is recommended that a
qualified electrician determine that the
grounding path is adequate.
1. A three-wire or four-wire, single-phase,
120/240-volt, 60-Hz, AC only, electrical
supply (or three-wire or four-wire,
120/2O&volt if specified on nameplate) is
required on a separate 30-ampere circuit,
fused on both sides of the line. Time-delay
fuse or circuit breaker is recommended.
2. This dryer is equipped with a
30-amp-rated, flexible-type,
3-wire
receptacle
power supply cord (pigtail).
Where local codes permit, it
must be plugged into a
mating, 30-amp receptacle
(NEMA Type 1O-30R). (See
Figure 1.)
(IOdOR)
3. IFTHE POWER SUPPLY CORD IS
REMOVED, THE DRYER MUST BE
CONNECTED WITH lo-GAUGE
COPPER WIRE ONLY.
Figure 1
Electrical Shock Hazard
It is the customer’s responsibility:
9 To contact a qualified electrical
installer.
. To assure that the electrical
installation is adequate and in
conformance with National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 704atest
edition*, and all local codes and
ordinances.
Failure to do so could result in fire,
electrical shock or other personal
injury. Fire Hazard
. Do Not store gasoline, paint thinners,
or other flammable materials near
dryer. Fumes from such materials
may result in fire or explosion.
l Never install dryer up against
draperies or curtains or on carpet.
l Keep any and all items from falling
or collecting behind the dryer.
Failure to follow these instructions
could result in a fire or explosion.
Fire Hazard
If you install the dryer in a garage,
carport, or areas near vehicles where
fumes from gasoline or other flammable
materials may be present, the vapors
may be heavier than air and remain near
floor. Place dryer a minimum of 18 inches
above floor. Check with your building
inspector regarding requirements for this
installation.
Failure to follow these instructions could
result in fire or explosion.
4. The appliance may be connected
directly to the fused disconnect or circuit
breaker box through flexible armored or
non-metallic sheathed copper cable.
Allow two or three feet of slack in the line
between the wall and the appliance so
that it can be moved if servicing is ever
necessary. A 3/4”, U.L.-listed strain relief
must be provided at each end of the
power supply cable (at the appliance and
at the junction box). Wire sizes (COPPER
WIRE ONLY) and connections must
conform with the rating of the appliance
(30 amperes).
IMPORTANT:OBSERVEALLGOVERNING
CODESAND ORDINANCES.
5. For mobile home or other four-wire
installations, the 3-wire power supply cord
must be removed and the appliance
wiring must be revised. The appliance
cabinet must not be connected to the
neutral terminal, but must be connected
to the grounding wire (green with yellow
stripes) of the power supply cord or cable.
(See Panel B for details.)
When a four-wire receptacle of NEMA
Type 14-30R is used (See Figure 2), a
matching 120/240-volt
minimum, 30-ampere, UL-
I-wire
listed dryer power supply cord
(pigtail) must be used. This rT:?$&r
cord contains four No.-10
copper conductors with ring
terminals or spade terminals
with upturned ends on dryer
end terminating in a NEMA
Type 14-30P plug on supply
end. The fourth (grounding)
conductor must be identified
by a green or green/yellow
cover and the neutral
Figure 2
conductor by a white cover. Cord should
be Type SRD or SRDT, with a 3/4”, U.L.-listed
strain relief and be at least four feet long.
The power supply cord kit and strain relief
are not provided with the dryer.

Alternate electrical connection
When local codes...
A
w Permit
use of a flexible type power
supply cord (pigtail) that comes equipped
with the dryer but
Do Not Permit connecting the cabinet-
grounding conductor to the neutral wire of
the power supply cord:
Connect separate
center silver-
neutral
(center ”
wire of
Ungrounded neutral
pigtail)
Figure 3
1. Disconnect the power supply.
2. Remove terminal block cover.
3. Remove the grounding wire (green) from
the internal grounding connector and
fasten under center, silver-colored
terminal block screw. See Figure 3.
4. Connect a separate copper grounding
wire (No.-10 minimum). See ‘To connect a
separate grounding wire,” Panel B for
detailed instructions.
5. Replace the terminal block cover.
When local codes...
B n
Do Not Permit the use of the flexible
power supply cord equipped with the dryer
and
Permit copper power supply cable and
Permit connecting cabinet-grounding
conductor to the white (neutral) wire of the
power supply cable:
external gr
connector
external grounding
connector _ harness grounding --j wire (green)
center silver-
$ colored terminal
center silver-
colored
terminal block
screw
Grounded neutral
Figure 4
1. Disconnect the power supply.
2. Remove the power cord equipped with
the dryer as instructed. See ‘To remove
the power supply cord,” Panel B.
3. Prepare wire ends. See “Direct wiring
connection,” Panel B.
4. Install copper power supply cable through
3/4”, U.L.-listed strain relief. Tighten strain
relief to cabinet.
5. Connect the white (neutral) wire of the
flexible armored or non-metallic sheathed
copper power supply cable to the center,
silver-colored terminal screw of the
terminal block. Connect the other wires to
the outer terminals. See Figure 4.
6. Tighten strain relief clamp screws. Replace
the terminal block cover.
When local codes...
C
w Do Not Permit the use of the flexible
power supply cord equipped with the dryer
and
Permit copper power supply cable and
Do Not Permit connecting the cabinet-
grounding conductor to the neutral wire of
the power supply cable:
Connect separate copper grounding wire
from external grounding connector to
approved ground.
external aroundina
power supply c
grounding
wire(green/yellow)
eutral (white wire
onnection or
center wire or
Figi* j pigtail)
2. Remove the power supply cord equipped
with the dryer as instructed. See “To
remove the power supply cord,” Panel B.
3. Prepare wire ends. See “Direct wiring
connection.” Panel B.
4. Install copper power supply cable through
3/4”, U.L.-listed strain relief. Tighten strain
relief to cabinet.
5. Remove the grounding wire (green) from
the Internal grounding connector and
fasten under center, silver-colored terminal
block screw.
6. Connect the white (neutral) wire of the
flexible armored or non-metallic sheathed
copper power supply cable to the center,
silver-colored terminal screw of the
terminal block. Connect the other wires to
the outer terminals. See Figure 5.
7. Connect a separate copper grounding
wire (No.-10 minimum). See ‘To connect a
separate grounding wire,” Panel B, for
detailed instructions,
8. Tighten strain relief clamp screws. Replace
the terminal block cover.
Mobile home or other four-wire
installation
Requires a four-wire power supply cord or
cable.
center silver-
white
(neutralr
wire
Ungrounded neutral
Figure 5
1. Disconnect the power supply.
1. Disconnect the power supply.
2. Remove the power supply cord equipped
with the dryer as instructed. See Panel B,
‘To remove the power supply cord.”
3. If using direct wiring, see “Direct wiring
connection, Panel B.
4. Install copper, four-wire, power supply
cord or cable through a 3/4”, U.L.-listed
strain relief or conduit connector. Tighten
strain relief to cabinet.
5. Remove the grounding wire (green) from
the internal grounding connector and
fasten under center, silver-colored
terminal block screw.
6. Connect the grounding wire (green) of
the copper 4-wire power supply cord to
the internal grounding connector.
7. Connect the neutral (white wire of direct
wiring connection or center wire of pigtail)
to the center, silver-colored terminal screw
of the terminal block. Connect the other
wires to the outer terminals, See Figure 6.
8. Tighten strain relief clamp screws. Replace
the terminal block cover.
To connect a separate grounding
wire:
Use grounding wire and clamp assembly
(Part No. 685463) or No. 10 gauge minimum
copper grounding wire.
Tighten clamp
securely to pipe.
Bumps on ground strap
must contact pipe.
/
cold metal
water pipe
’ clamp;
Figure 7
Connect grounding wire to a grounded
cold water pipe* with the clamp and then
to the external grounding connector on the
dryer. See Figure 7. Do Not ground to a gas
supply pipe or hot water pipe. Do Not
connect the power supply cord to electric
power supply until the appliance is
permanently grounded.
* Grounded cold water pipe must have metal contrnuity
to electrical ground and not be Interrupted by plastic,
rubber or other electrical insulating connectors such as
hoses, fittings, washers or gaskets (including water
meter or pump) Any electrical insulating connector
should be jumped as shown in Figure 7 with a length of
No.-4 wire securely clamped to bare metal at both
ends.
To remove the power supply cord
Pull out power
supply cord.
Pa
COI
w
1.
Figure 8
1. Disconnect the power supply.
2. Remove the terminal block cover from the
dryer.
3. Disconnect the power supply cord from
the terminal block.
4. Use a screwdriver to slide the strain relief
clip away from the power supply cord.
(See Figure 8).
5. Pull downward on the power supply cord
until it is removed from the dryer. (See
Figure 8).
To use non-
metallic sheathed
copper power
supply cable :
If non-metallic sheathed
Figure 9
copper power supply cable
is used, it must be used with a 3/4”, U.L.-listed
strain relief to fit a one-inch hole size similar to
the one shown in Figure 9.
Direct wiring connection
1. Strip outer covering back 3 inches from
the end exposing the 3 wires.
2. Strip the insulation back 1 inch from the
end of each wire. Form the bare wire into
a ‘U” shaped hook.
P
-1
Figure 10
Exhaust
requirements
Fire/Health Hazard
l Do Not use non-metal, flexible duct.
9 Do Not use metal duct smaller than
four inches in diameter.
. Do Not use exhaust hoods with
magnetic latches.
9 Check that exhaust system is not
longer than specified. Exhaust systems
longer than specified will:
- Accumulate lint.
- Shorten the life of the dryer.
- Reduce performance, resulting in
longer drying times and increased
energy usage.
Failure to follow specifications may
result in a fire.
. Do Not exhaust dryer into a chimney,
furnace cold air duct, attic or crawl
space, or any other duct used for
venting.
9 Clean the exhaust system every other
year.
l Do Not install flexible duct in enclosed
walls, ceilings or floors.
Accumulated lint could result in a fire or
cause moisture damage.
. Exhausting your dryer indoors is Not
recommended. The moisture and lint
indoors may cause:
- FIREHAZARDfrom lint collected in
dryer;
- Moisture damage to woodwork,
furniture, paint, wallpaper, carpet,
etc.
- Housecleaning problems and
possible health problems.
Failure to follow these instructions could
result in fire damage or personal injury.
Panel B

5
n Now stand the dryer up.
Mobile home exhaust
requirements:
The dryer must
have an outside exhaust. If the
dryer is exhausted through the
floor and the area under the
ide
Use duct tape to seal all joints.
Four-inch rigid metal pipe is
preferred. Plan installation to
use the fewest number of elbows and turns
better n i==l
mobile home is enclosed, the
exhaust system
must terminate
outside the enclosed area.
Extension beyond the re
enclosure wili prevent lint and
moisture buildup under the mobile home.
Metal flexible duct must be fully extended
and supported when the dryer is in its final
position. DO NOT KINK OR CRUSH THE DUCT.
The metal flexible duct must be completely
open to allow adequate exhaust air to flow.
Allow as much room as possible when using
elbows or making turns. Bend duct gradually
to avoid kinking. Remove excess flexible
duct to avoid sagging and
kinking that may result in
reduced air flow.
Exhaust Outlet is located at
the center of the bottom
dryer back.
The exhaust duct can be
routed up, down, left, right
or straight out the back of
the dryer. Detailed space
requirements are provided
on the back cover of
Installation Instructions.
Maximum length of the exhaust system
depends upon the type of duct used,
number of elbows and the type of exhaust
hood. The maximum length for both rigid
and flexible duct is shown in chart.
6 n Move the drver to its oermanent
Now start...
with dryer in laundry area.
location. Remove cardboard ‘or hardboard
from under dryer. Check levelness of dryer
by placing level on top of the dryer, first side
to side, then front to back. If dryer is not
level, adjust the legs of the dryer up or down
until dryer is level.
1 n
Remove the tape that holds the
drum to the cabinet. (Some dryer drums are
not taped for shipping.) Move the drum by
hand to make certain all tape has been
removed. Wipe the interior of the drum
thoroughly with a damp cloth before using
the dryer. Remove tape from lint screen.
7
1 n To exhaust the dryer, see Exhaust
requirements. Connect exhaust duct to
exhaust hood. Use duct tape to seal all joints
in exhaust duct. Use caulking compound to
seal exterior wall opening around exhaust
hood. &
8
n Carefully push 7
timer knob on the ”
timer shaft at the front I
of the dryer.
l-
I HOOD TYEXHA
A3 Fr.
33 Fr.
23 Fr
30 Fr.
2AFT.
16FI.
2 n Take two of the cardboard corners
NUMBER OF
90” TURNS
from the carton and place them on the floor
to the right side of the dryer.
3
n Stand in front of dryer. Firmlv grasp
the body of the dryer and gently lay ti right
side down on the cardboard corners.
timer knob
9
n Check to see that all of the parts you
Al FI.
31 FT.
21 Fr
removed from the installation parts
packages are now installed in the dryer. If
you still have an extra part, go back through
the steps to see what you skipped. Check to
make sure you have all the tools you started
29 FT.
23 FT.
15 FT.
with.
10
n Plug the
electrical cord into
the grounded outlet.
4 n Start to
screw the legs into
the holes bv hand.
For exhaust systems not covered by the
exhaust length chart, check with your dealer
or distributor for information.
Service check: The back pressure in any
exhaust system used must not exceed 0.3
inches of water column measured with an
inclined manometer at the point that the
exhaust duct connects to the dryer.
Exhausting the dryer outside is
recommended. A closet installation must be
exhausted outside. Recessed installation
that is not exhausted outside must use
Exhaust Deflector Part No. 603197 available
from your dealer. See “Recessed and closet
installation instructions” on back cover for
adequate unobstructed air opening
requirements.
If the dryer is installed in a confined area
such as a bedroom, bathroom, or closet, it
must be exhausted to the outside and
provision must be made for enough air for
combustion and ventilation. Check
governing codes and ordinances. Also refer
to the “Recessed and closet installation
instructions” on back cover.
An exhaust hood should cap
the exhaust duct to prevent
exhausted air from returning
into dryer. The outlet of the
hood must be at least 12”
from the ground or any
object that may be in the
path of the exhaust.
Four-inch outlet exhaust 3L
hood is preferred. However,
a 2-l/2-inch outlet exhaust hood may be
used. A 2-l/2-inch outlet exhaust hood
creates greater back pressure than other
hood types.
For permanent installation, a stationary
exhaust system is required.
Mobile home installation
This appliance is suitable for mobile home
installations. The installation of the dryer must
conform to the Manufactured Home
Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24
CFR, Part 3280 (formerly the Federal
Standard for Mobile Homes Construction
and Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280, 1975) or
the latest edition.
Use a small’amount of liquid detergent to
lubricate the screw so it is easier to turn the
leg. Use an adjustable wrench to finish
turning the legs until you have 1” of the leg
below the base.
11
n Read the Use and Care Guide to
fully understand you new dryer. Start the
dryer. Start the dryer and allow it to
complete a regular cycle. After five minutes,
open dryer door and check that dryer is
operating properly.
To get the most efficient use from
your new dryer, read your Use
and Care Guide. Keep Installation
Instructions and Guide close to
the dryer for easy reference.
Floor Damage
Slide dryer onto cardboard or hardboard
before moving across floor.
Failure to do so may cause damage to
floor covering.
J
8.
6.
0 _
3 I
Numbers
correspond to
steps.
Panel C

Recessed and closet
installation
instructions
Fire Hazard
. It is recommended that the dryer be
exhausted to the outside.
l If the dryer is installed in a closet, the
dryer MUSTbe exhausted outside.
Failure to do so may result in a fire.
Recessed non-exhausted installation must
use only the rear exhaust position and
Exhaust Deflector Kit, Part No. 346001 is
required.
The dryer may be installed in a recessed
area or closet.
The installation spacing is in inches and is
minimum allowable.
Additional spacing should be considered for
ease of installation, servicing and
compliance with local codes and
ordinances.
Recessed iron+ view
If closet door is installed, the minimum
unobstructed air openings in top and
bottom is required. Louvered doors with
equivalent air openings are acceptable.
Closet installation must be exhausted.
Other installations must use the minimum
dimensions indicated.
TO PREVENTLARGEAMOUNTS OF LINTAND
MOISTUREFROM ACCUMULATING AND TO
MAINTAIN DRYING EFFICIENCYAND TO
PREVENTEXPOSURETO POSSIBLEHEALTH
HAZARDS,THISDRYERMUSTBEEXHAUSTED
OUTDOORS.
This compact dryer may be installed with the
compact washer companion appliance
using one of the Stack Stand Kits, Part No.
695570,3390175 (white) or 3390196 (almond).
The electric dryer may also use Wall Mount
Kit, Part No. 345994. Do Not use in mobile
home.
a Additional clearances for wall, door and floor
moldings may be required.
** Opening is minimum for closet door. Louvered
door with equivalent air openings is
acceptable.
**’ Additional space is needed when external
exhaust elbow ISused.
Part No. 9830492
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dryer
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Minimum installation spacing
Note: If recessed installation is exhausted, all
spacing can be 0”.
Closet installation must be exhausted.
closei
If dryer does not operate properly...
If dryer will not operate, check the following
to be sure that:
A. Electrical supply is connected.
B. House fuse is intact and tight or circuit
breaker has not tripped..
C. Door is closed.
D. Controls are set in a running or “On”
position.
E. Start button has been pushed firmly or the
Side View Front View
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power control lever moved upward to
start.
Floor Damage
Slide dryer onto cardboard or hardboard
before moving across floor.
Failure to do so may cause damage to
floor covering.
When moving your dryer...
l Shut off electric supply to dryer.
l Disconnect electrical cord and tape
securely to dryer.
l Tape the drum to the front panel.
l Tape the dryer door and lint screen.
l Screw leveling legs all the way in.
Before having your electric dryer installed in
your new home, check with a licensed
electrician to confirm that the supply
voltage matches the voltage specified on
that nameplate.
If you need assistance...
Check your Use and Care Guide for a toll-
free number to call or call the dealer from
whom you purchased this appliance. The
dealer is listed in the Yellow Pages of your
phone directory under ‘Appliances -
Major.”
When you call, you will need the dryer
model number and serial number. Both
numbers are on the nameplate located in
the door well behind dryer door.
Printed in Canada