Whirlpool GGC9858EZ0 User manual

A Note to You............ 2
Dryer Safety .......... 3-4
Parts and Features ... 5
Checking Your Vent ... 6
Operating Your
Dryer ......................... 8
Caring for Your
Dryer ....................... 14
Troubleshooting ...... 17
Requesting
Assistance
or Service................19
Index ....................... 23
Warranty ................. 24
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PART NO. 3406077
27"
Electric and
Gas Dryers
TM

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ANOTE TO YOU
Thank you for buying a WHIRLPOOL®appliance.
Because your life is getting busier and more complicated, WHIRLPOOL appliances are easy to use, save time,
and help you manage your home better. To ensure that you enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we developed
this Use and Care Guide. It is full of valuable information about how to operate and maintain your appliance
properly and safely. Please read it carefully.
Also, complete and mail the Ownership Registration Card provided with your appliance. The card helps us
notify you about any new information on your appliance.
Please record your model’s information.
Whenever you call to request service for your appli-
ance, you need to know your complete model number
and serial number. You can find this information on the
model and serial number label/plate (see the diagram
on page 5 for the location of the label). Also, record the
other information shown in the next column.
Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference.
Our Consumer Assistance Center number is toll free.
Model Number __________________________________
Serial Number ___________________________________
Purchase Date __________________________________
Dealer Name ____________________________________
Dealer Address __________________________________
Dealer Phone ___________________________________
1-800-253-1301
To find detailed product information, the location of the nearest Whirlpool dealer or authorized servicer, to
purchase an accessory item, or register your appliance on-line, please visit our Web site at
www.whirlpool.com

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DRYER SAFETY
WARNING: For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to
minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal
injury or death.
– 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
•Do not try to light any appliance.
•Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.
•Clear the room, building or area of all occupants.
•Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas
supplier’s instructions.
•If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
– Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency
or the gas supplier.
continued on next page
You will be killed or seriously injured if you don’t
follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t
follow instructions.
Your safety and the safety of others is very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and
obey all safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word “DANGER” or
“WARNING.” These words mean:
wDANGER
wWARNING
All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.

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WARNING – To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the dryer, follow
basic precautions, including the following:
•Read all instructions before using the dryer.
•Do not dry articles that have been 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
discarded, remove the door to the drying
compartment.
•Do not reach into the dryer if the drum is moving.
•Do not install or store the dryer where it will be
exposed to the weather.
•Do not tamper with controls.
– SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS –
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
•Do not repair or replace any part of the dryer
or attempt any servicing unless specifically
recommended in this Use and Care Guide or
in published user-repair instructions that you
understand and have the skills to carry out.
•Do not use fabric softeners or products to
eliminate static unless recommended by the
manufacturer of the fabric softener or product.
•Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam
rubber or similarly textured rubber-like materials.
•Clean lint screen before or after each load.
•Keep area around the exhaust opening and
adjacent surrounding areas free from the
accumulation of lint, dust, and dirt.
•The interior of the dryer and exhaust vent should
be cleaned periodically by qualified service
personnel.
•See Installation Instructions for grounding
requirements.
DRYER SAFETY

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PARTS AND FEATURES
The parts and features of your dryer are illustrated on this page. Become familiar with all parts and
features before using your dryer. Page references are included next to some features. Refer to
those pages for more information about the features.
NOTE: The drawings in this book may vary from your dryer model. They are designed to show the
different features of all models covered by this book. Your model may not include all features.
CLEAN TOUCH™ panel
or rotary knobs*
(p. 8)
Additional features your dryer may have:
End of cycle signal selector (p. 9)
FINISH GUARD®feature selector* (p. 8)
Drying rack* (p. 13)
Drum light (p. 16)
* On some models
Cycle control
knob
(pp. 8-12)
Model and
serial number
label
(p. 2)
Dryer drum
(p. 15) Wide-opening
hamper door
Start button
(p. 8)
Lint screen
(p. 14)

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CHECKING YOUR VENT
Your dryer must be properly installed and vented to achieve maximum drying efficiency and
shorten drying times. Use the minimum recommended installation clearances (found in your
Installation Instructions) to avoid blocking the flow of combustion and ventilation air. Install your
dryer in a well-ventilated room where the temperature is always above 45°F (7°C). Also make sure
that your dryer is leveled. Refer to your Installation Instructions for more information.
VENTING
If the dryer is not properly installed and vented, it
will not be covered under the warranty.
NOTE: Service calls caused by improper venting
will be paid for by the customer, whether it was a
paid installation or self-installed. For paid installa-
tion, call the company that installed the vent for
adjustment.
1. Do not use plastic vent or flexible metal foil vent.
Use 4-inch heavy metal
or flexible metal vent.
Do not kink or crush
flexible metal vent. It
must be completely
extended to allow
adequate exhaust air
to flow. Check vent
after installation. Refer
to your Installation
Instructions for proper
length requirements of vent.
wWARNING
Fire Hazard
Use a heavy metal vent.
Do not use a plastic vent.
Do not use a metal foil vent.
Failure to follow these instructions can
result in death or fire.
3. You can exhaust from the rear, left, right, or
bottom of the dryer.
•Exhaust from the
rear of the dryer: The
exhaust vent can be
routed up, down, left,
right, or straight out the
back of the dryer. Space
requirements are listed
in your Installation
Instructions.
•Exhaust from left,
right, or bottom of dryer: To convert the dryer for
exhaust out the right or left side, or through the
bottom, you must use one of the following kits:
Exhaust Kit No. 279818 (white)
Exhaust Kit No. 279819 (almond)
Exhaust Kit No. 279820 (ebony)
An exhaust kit can be ordered by calling
1-800-442-9991 and following the instructions
and telephone prompts you hear.
4"
4"
2. Use a 4-inch exhaust hood. Smaller hoods
increase drying times.
4"

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CHECKING YOUR VENT
VENTING (CONT.)
6. Clean exhaust vent periodically, depending on use,
but at least every 2 years,
or when installing your
dryer in a new location.
•Disconnect vent from
the dryer and clean one
section at a time until
you reach the exhaust
hood.
•Use the hose attach-
ment on your vacuum,
or a pole or wire with a
feather duster or rag attached, to clean out lint.
•Be sure the flapper on the outside end of vent
moves freely.
•When cleaning is complete, be sure to follow the
Installation Instructions supplied with your dryer
for final product check.
4. Use the straightest path possible when routing
the exhaust vent. Avoid
90° turns, if possible.
Allow room when using
elbows or making turns.
Bend vent gradually to
avoid kinking.
5. Use duct tape to seal all joints. Do not use
screws to secure vent.
Lint may catch on
screws.

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wWARNING
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such
as gasoline, away from dryer.
Do not dry anything that has ever had
anything flammable on it (even after
washing).
Failure to follow these instructions can
result in death, explosion, or fire.
2. Turn the Cycle Control knob to the recommended
cycle for the type of load
being dried, as described
in “Cycle descriptions”
later in this section.
•Use the Energy
Preferred Automatic
Setting (*) to dry most
loads.
NOTE: On some models,
the Temperature selector
is part of the Cycle
Control knob.
OPERATING YOURDRYER
To get the best dryer results possible, you must use your dryer correctly. This section tells you how
to use your dryer properly and efficiently.
STARTING YOUR DRYER
3. If your dryer has a Temperature selector, set it to
the recommended setting for the type of fabric
being dried. The cycle descriptions on the
following pages include temperature setting
suggestions.
4. (OPTIONAL STEP) Some dryers have an On/Off
FINISH GUARD®selector. The FINISH GUARD
feature protects your clothes from wrinkling when
you do not remove them from the dryer as soon
as it stops.
•Set the FINISH GUARD selector to On to
tumble the load without heat every few minutes
up to 45 minutes after the drying cycle ends.
•A signal will sound every few minutes while
FINISH GUARD is running if the Cycle Signal
(End of Cycle Signal) feature is set to On. On
some models, this signal is fixed and cannot be
turned off. The signal and cycle end when you
open the dryer door.
•Set the FINISH GUARD selector to Off if you do
not want to run this feature.
NOTE: Some dryers have a FINISH GUARD
feature that cannot be turned On or Off. See
“Cycle descriptions” later in this section.
wWARNING
Fire Hazard
No washer can completely remove oil.
Do not dry anything that has ever had any
type of oil on it (including cooking oils).
Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic
must be dried on a clothesline or by using
an Air Cycle.
Failure to follow these instructions can
result in death or fire.
Before using your dryer, wipe the dryer drum with
a damp cloth to remove dust from storing and
shipping. If your dryer has a Features Guide,
remove it and place it with this Use and Care Guide.
1. Load clothes loosely into the dryer and close the
door. Do not pack the
dryer; allow space for
clothes to tumble freely.

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5. (OPTIONAL STEP) If your dryer has a Cycle
Signal (End of Cycle Signal) selector, set the
selector to On if you want the dryer to sound a
signal when a cycle is finished.
•The signal is helpful when you are drying
permanent press, synthetics, and other items
that should be removed from the dryer as
soon as it stops.
•On some models, the End of Cycle Signal is
part of the Start button.
6. Push the Start button.
NOTE: Your dryer stops automatically when a
cycle ends.
STARTING YOUR DRYER (CONT.)
OPERATING YOUR DRYER
SELECTING THE RIGHT CYCLE AND TEMPERATURE SETTING
The following pages describe the drying cycles on
your dryer. The descriptions include suggested tem-
perature settings and drying times for various loads.
Cycle and temperature tips
•Make sure you have selected the correct cycle
and temperature for your load.
•Dry most loads using the Energy Preferred
Automatic Setting (*).
•Use the Fluff Air cycle, or line dry rubber, plastic,
delicate, and heat-sensitive fabrics.
•If some types of loads in the cycle descriptions
on the following pages have more than one
suggested temperature setting, choose the
lowest setting available on your dryer.
•The last few minutes of all cycles are without
heat to make the load cooler to handle.
Drying tips
•Always follow care label directions when they are
available.
•If you use fabric softener sheets, always use
softener sheets that are labeled as dryer safe and
follow package instructions carefully.
•Remove the load from the dryer as soon as
tumbling stops to reduce wrinkling. This is
especially important for permanent press, knits,
and synthetic fabrics.
Stopping and restarting your dryer
You can stop your dryer anytime during a cycle.
To stop your dryer:
Open the dryer door or turn the Cycle Control knob
to Off.
NOTE: The Cycle Control knob should point to an
Off area when the dryer is not in use.
To restart your dryer:
Close the door, select a new cycle and temperature
(if desired), and push the Start button.

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CYCLE DESCRIPTIONS
Automatic cycle(s)
Use an Automatic cycle to dry most loads.
Depending on your
model, the Automatic
cycle uses either an
electronic or automatic
DRY-MISER®control
that senses the mois-
ture in the load and
shuts off the dryer
when the selected
dryness is reached.
The Cycle Control knob
does not move until the load is almost dry. After the
cool-down, the knob automatically turns to an Off
area and tumbling stops.
•If the load is drier than you like, select a setting
closer to Less Dry the next time you dry a
similar load.
•If the load is not as dry as you like, complete
drying using a Timed cycle. Select a setting closer
to Very Dry the next time you dry a similar load.
Loading suggestions
The chart below provides some guidelines on various types of drying loads. Load clothes loosely into the
dryer. Do not pack the dryer; allow space for clothes to tumble freely.
LOADING
Heavy Work Clothes
3 pair pants
3 shirts
4 pair jeans
1 coverall
1 overall
Towels
10 bath towels
10 hand towels
14 wash cloths
1 bath mat
Mixed Load
3 double sheets
4 pillowcases
8 T-shirts
6 pair shorts
2 shirts
2 blouses
8 handkerchiefs
Delicates
3 camisoles
1 quilted robe
4 slips
4 panties
2 bras
2 nighties
1 baby’s dress
Drying time with an Automatic cycle varies accord-
ing to the type of fabric, size of load, and dryness
setting. Your model may not have all heat settings
listed. Some general guidelines are:
•Use a high heat setting for drying heavyweight
items, such as towels and work clothes.
•Use a medium heat setting for drying medium-
weight items, such as sheets, underwear,
permanent press clothes, and some knits.
•Use a low or extra low heat setting for drying
lightweight items such as lingerie, blouses,
dresses, and some knits.
NOTE: If you have any questions about drying
temperatures for various loads, refer to care label
directions.
OPERATING YOUR DRYER