Whirlpool REC3622B Installation instructions

UseAndCare
A Note To You 2
3
Knowin Your
Dryed!smms 6
Operating Your Dryer 6
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Laundry Tips 12
If Yqu Need
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Warranty 20
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COMPACT ELECTRIC AND GAS DRYERS
MODELS REP3622B REC3622B RGC3622B

A Note To You
Thank you for buying a Rope@ appliance.
You have purchased a quality, wo&claas home appliince. Years of engineering experience have
gone into its manufacturing. Use thii Use and Care Guide to safely and efficiently operate and
maintain your appliance. Complete and mail the Ownership Registration Card provided with your
appliance. This will help us notify you about any new information on your appliance.
Your safety is important to us.
This guide contains safety symbols and statements. Pleass pay special attention to these symbols
and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explanation of the use of each symbol.
This symbol will help alert you to such
dangers as personal injury, bums, fire and
electrical shock.
This symbol will help you avoid actions
whii could cause product damage
(scratches, dents, etc.) and damage to
your personal property.
Our toll-f rw number, l-800-44-ROPER (l-800447-6737),
is available 24 hours a day.
If you have a question concerning your appliance’s operation, or if you need service, first see
‘If You Need Assistance Or Service” on page 18. If you need further help, call us. When calling,
you will need to know your appliance’s complete model number and serial number. You can find
this information on the model and serial number label (see diagram on page 5). For your conve-
nience, we have included a handy place below for you to record these numbers, the purchase
date from the sales slip and your dealer’s name and telephone number. Keep this book and the
sales slip together in a safe place for future reference.
Model Nuder
Serial Nuder
Purchaaa ht.
Dealer Name
Dealer Phone
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Understanding Safety
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
-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.
l Clear the room, building or area of ail occupants.
l immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone.
Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
l 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.
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IMPORTANT SAFEnr INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the rtsk of fire, electricel shock., or injury to persons when
using your dryer, follow basic precsutions, including the following:
l Read all instructions before using your dryer. l Install and/or store dryer where it will not
l Do not machine wash or machine dry items be exposed to the weather.
cleaned, washed, soaked in, or spotted with 0Do not tamper with the controls.
wax, paint, gasoline, oil, dry cleaning
solvents, and other flammable fluids. The
l You are responsible for making sure that
fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion. your dryer is installed, repaired and has
Always hand wash and line dry items parts replaced by a qualified person.
containing these materials.
l Use only fabric softeners specifically
l Do not allow children to operate, play with or labeled as not being harmful to the dryer.
crawl inside your dryer. Supervise children
l Do not allow lint to buildup inside the dryer
when your dryer is used near children. or exhaust system. Cleaning should be
l Do not reach into a dryer if the drum done perk&ally by a qualified person.
is moving.
l Clean lint screen before or after each load.
l When removing from service or discarding
l Do not let dust, lint, paper, rags, chemicals,
a dryer, always remove the door to prevent etc. pile up around or under the dryer.
accidental entrapment.
l Dryer must be electrically grounded. See
l Do not dry mbber, rubber-like, and heat the Installation Instructions.
sensitive materiels with heat.
Understanding your responsibilities
l Never operate the dryer if:
l Se sure that your dryer:
-it is not working right (i.e. noisy, -is properly installed and leveled on a
too hot). floor that can support the weight in a
-it is dsmaged. well-ventilated room:
-parts are missing. -is connected to the proper outlet and
-all panels are not in place. electrical supply.*
-the lint screen is loose, damaged or -is properfy connected to fuel and
missing. exhaust systems (gas dryers must be
l Unplug the power supply cord or turn off vented outdoors).*
electrical power before attempting to -is not installed against draperies or
service your dryer. Shut off gas valve if curtains, or on carpet.’
you have a gas dryer. -is located in an area where the tempera-
* Do not wash or dry items that are soiled ture is above 45°F (7%).
with vegetable or cooking oil. These items -is property maintained.
may contain some oil after laundering. -is used only for jobs normally expected
Due to the remaining oil, the fabric may of home dothes dryers.
smoke or wtch tire by itself. -is not used by anyone unable to operate
l Store flammable solvents or fluids away it properly.
from your dryer.
l Dry cleaning solvents or fluids should *See the Installation Instructions for com-
never be put directly into your dryer. plete information.
- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -
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KnowingYour Dryer’s Features
The parts and features of your dryer are illustrated below. Become familiar with all parts and
features before using your dryer.
NOTE: The drawings in this book may vary from your dryer model. They are designed to show the
different features of all modele covered by this book. Your model may not include all features.
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Optional mounting kits
You wn mount your compact dryer above your
compact washer using one of the following:
FlnurdEXPkrknhezard
If mounting a gas dryer, use only Dryer
Stand Kit, Part No. 695570. Using any
other kit could result in a gas leak
Failure to follow the above instructions
could wuse fire or exolwion.
l Dryer Stand Kit for permanent installation,
secured to the wall.
Part No. 605570 (electric or gas)
l Stack Kii for free-standing installation.
Part No. 346721 (electric only)
l Stack Kit to mount dryer permanently onto
the washer.
Almond
Part No. 3300106 (electric only)
White
Part No. 3300175 (electric only)
l Dryer Wall-Mounting Kit for securing the
dryer to the wall with a steel bracket.
Part No. 345004 (electric only)
NOTE: The wall must be strong enough to
support the dryer’s weight. (Do not use in
mobile homes.)
Optional deflector kit
l Exhaust Deflector Kit to move dryer exhaust
up, down, or to the side.
Part No. 346001 (electric only)
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Operating Your Dryer
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Operating your dryer properly assures the best drying results. This section gives you important
information to help you to select a cycle, time, and temperature.
Before starting your dryer
Refer to the information below, and “Laundry
Tips” on page 12 for control setting, sorting,
and loading information.
NOTE: Remove any hang tags or temporary
labels before using your dryer. Wipe dryer
drum with a damp cloth to remove dust from
storing and shipping.
Starting or stopping your dryer
Starting your dryer
Close the door and select a cycle. Push the Start
Button. See pages 7-g for additional setting
information. Your dryer automatically stops when
a cyde ends.
Stopping and restarting your
dryer
Open the dryer door or turn the Cycle Control
Knob to OFF. Close the door; make new selec-
tion (if necessary). Push the Start Button.
NOTE: The Cycle Control Knob should point to
an OFF area when the dryer is not in use. If the
dryer is stopped before the cycle is finished, turn
the Cycle Control Knob to an OFF area.
End of cycle signal
The dryer sounds a signal to let you know when
the cycle is finished. The signal is not adjustable
and cannot be turned off.
The signal is helpful when you are drying
permanent press, synthetics, and other items
that should be taken out as soon as the
dryer stops.
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Selecting a cycle
Use pages 7 to 0 to find information about
drying cycles that may be on your model.
To Sebot I cycle:
1. Turn the Cycle Control Knob either way to
a desired time or setting.
2. Stop when the indicator points to the cycle
you want.
3. Push the Start Button.
ChWghgaOOfOCth:
1. TumtheCydeControfKnobtopointtoa
new setting.
2. Push the Start Button, if necessary.
NOTES:
l Use the Energy Preferred Automatic
Setting (e)to dry most loads. See page 8.
l The last few minutes of all cycles are
without heat to make the load easier to
handle.
l To help reduce wrinkling, remove the load
from the dryer as soon as tumbling stops.
This is important for permanent press,
knits, and synthetic fabrics.
l Do not overdry. Overdrying can osuse
shrinkage, static ding, and damage some
fabrics.
Flro Hazard
Do not dry heat-sensitive fabrics, plastic,
rubber, or some stuffed items with heat.
Use the Air cycle or line dry.
Failure to do so could result in fire or
damaged Items.
Using the Air cycle (no heat)
The dryer does not heat when the Cycle
Control Knob is set in the Air cycle. This
cyde can be used to fluff or air dry bedding,
plastic tablecloths, foam pillows, sneakers,
etc.
1. Turn the Cycle Control Knob to the number
of minutes you want in the Air cyde. (Cycle
is unheated.) Refer to the chart on page 0
for suggested times.
2. Push the Start Button.
NOTE: Repeat steps above if more time is
needed to dry items.

Using the Automatic Perm.
PresJReg. cycle
Use the Penn. Press/Peg. cycle to dry
permanent press and some synthetic fabrfcs.
Your dryer senses the dryness of the load and
automatically shuts off when the selected
dryness is reached. For the first few loads:
1. Set the Cycle Control Knob to point to
the asterisk (*) in your Perm. Press/Peg.
cY&.
2. Feel the dried items when the dryer
stops.
If the load is drier than you like, select
LESS dry, or 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 the Timed Drying
cycle. Select MORE dry, or a setting
closer to MORE dry, the next time you
dry a similar load.
The Cyde Control Knob will not move until the
load is almost dfy or cool-down is reached.
After cooldown is complete, the Cycle Control
Knob automatically moves to an OFF area
and tumbling stops.
Using the Timed Drying cycle
Use the Timed Drying cycle to complete drying
if some items are damp after Penn. PressIFleg.
cycle drying. Timed Drying is also useful to dry
delicate items that require a short drying time,
or large bulky items.
1. Turn the Cycle Control Knob to the number of
minutes you want in the Timed Drying cycle.
2. For a damp dry, turn the Cycle Control Knob
to 30 minutes or less.
The last few minutes of this cycle are without
heat to help make the load easier to handle.

Selecting the right cycle and setting
MODELS
REC3622B
TYPE OF LOAD CYCLE RGC3622B REP3622B
COlTONS AND UNENS
Gtra Heavy-Bedspreads, mattress pads, quilts Tmed D@ng 45-55 min 90-l 05 mir
Heavyweight-Towels, jeans, corduroys, work Perm. PressIReg.
clothes
Mediumweight-Sheets, cotton underwear, Penn. Press&g.
diapers
Lightweight-Satiates, organdies, lingerie Perm. Press/Reg.
PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS MD
BLENDS
Heavyweight-Work clothes, jackets, raincoats Perm. Pressmeg.
Mediumweight-Shirts, play clothes, sheets, Penn. Press/Reg.
slacks
Lightweight-Lingerie, blouses, dresses Perm. Press/Reg.
KNITS
Heavyweight-Cottons, rayons, blends, T-shirts,
slacks, shirts Perm. Press/Reg.
Mediumweigh)-Synthetics (polyester, acrylic, Perm. PressAGo.
etc.), dress slacks, skirts, sweaters
Lightwelght+nthetics (polyester, acrylic, etc.) Perm. Press/Reg.
and blends, lingerie, blouses, dresses
D-ATE FABRICS
Sheer cuttains (2 or 3 panels), gauze, lace, etc.
RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSTTIVE
FABRICS
Foam Rubber-Pillows, bras, stuffed toys
Plastk+Shower curtains, tablecloths
Rubber-backed rugs
Olefin, Polypropylene, Sheer nylon
Air
Air
Air
Air
Air
20-30 min 20-30 min
20-30 min’ 20-30 min’
20-30 mine 20-30 min’
40-50 min’ 40-50 min’
15-20 min’ 15-20 min’
‘Reset fir cycle as needed to complete drying.
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Caring For Your Dryer
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Dryers require regular maintenance. Follow the suggestions below to maintain your dryer properly.
Maintenance-every load
Cleaning the lint screen
The lint screen is located inside the dryer
drum, on the back wall. Clean tt before eacJ’t
load A screen blocked by lint can increase
drying time. 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 fabrii.
1. Open the door and pull the lint saeen
straight out.
2. Squeeze body of lint screen lightly while
pulling the cover off. See illustration.
3. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers. Do
not rinse or wash the screen to remove lint.
Wet lint is hard to remove.
4. Replace cover on lint screen body. Push the
lint screen firmly back into place and close
the door.
Maintenance-as needed
Use the following suggestions about cleaning
and lint removal to maintain your dryer and
keep it operating efficiently.
Cleaning a clogged lint screen
Laundry detergents and fabric softeners can
cause a residue build-up on the lint saeen. A
dogged lint screen can extend drying times.
Clean the lint screen every six months or more
frequently if it becomes dogged due to a
residue buildup. Use the following method:
1. Wet both sides of lint screen with hot water.
2. Wet a nylon brush with hot water and liquid
detergent.
3. Scrub lint screen with the brush until all
residue build-up is removed.
4. Rinse with hot water.
5. Thoroughly dj lint screen with a clean
towel and replace in dryer.
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Cleaning the dryer interior
Garments which contain unstable dyes, such
as denim blue jeans or brightly colored cotton
items, may discolor the dryer interior. If you
want to remove stains from dryer drum, use
powdered laundry detergent.
1. Make a paste with detergent and very warm
water.
2. Apply paste to a soft cloth and
scrub area until all excess dye is
lWTlOVed.
3. wipe thoroughly with a damp cloth.
4. Tumble a load of rags to dry.
Cleaning the dryer exterior
Wipe with a soft, damp cloth.
Removing accumulated lint
Lint can gather inside the dryer and be a fuel
for fire. It is recommended that lint be removed
every 2 to 3 years, or more often, depending
on dryer usage. Cleaning should be done by a
qualified person. If you have any questions,
please call our toll-free number at
l-800-447-6737.
Elecbkal Shock and
P-I InJury Hazard
l Unplug the power supply cord, or turn
off the electrical power at the main
power supply before removing dryer
panels.
l Make sure the dryer is cool.
l Dryer parts can have sharp edges. Use
care when handling.
Failure to do so could result in electricsl
shock or personal injury.
1. Unplug the power supply cord, or turn off the
electrfcal power at the main power supply.
2. Remove back panel (electric) or lower front
access panel (gas).
3. Remove lint from shaded area in illustration
with a soft brush or vacuum cleaner. Avoid
damaging wires, thermostats (electric).
funnel (gas) or ignitor (gas).
4. Replace panel; reconnect and level dryer
again, if necessary.
Ekctrkal Shock, Pusonal h)uy,
Fke, Md Exploalon Hazard
l Turn off the electrical power before
cleaning the interior.
l Make sure the dryer is cool.
l Use nonflammable cleaner.
Failure to do so could result in electrical
shock or injury, tire or explosion.
Electric dryer wlth back panel removed
Gas dryer with bwar frant
eccew panel removed 11

Laundry Tips
I
In This Section Pa* Paw
Before you dry .................................................. 12 Vacation care .................................................. 15 I
Drying special-care itsms ................................ 13
Using dryer fabric softeners.. ......................... .15
Swing energy ................................................... 15
Voltage requirements .................................... 15
Solving laundering problems ....................... 16
This section reviews proper drying techniques, gives you additional drying information, and
discusses causes or solutions to common drying problems.
Before you dry
Before using your dryer, see pages 3 and 4 for
Important Safety Information.
Drying tips
l Close zippers, snaps, and hooks to avoid
snagging other items. Remove
pins, buckles, and other hard
objects to avoid scratching the
dryer drum. Remove heat-
sensitive trim that can
by drying.
l Check garments to make sure all spots and
stains were removed during the wash. If
stains were not removed, do not tumble dry.
Heat may permanently set stain. Soiled items
can also leave stains on the dryer drum.
These stains can be picked up by other items
in the load. tal objects can damage your
dryer. Check pockets for pins,
clips, money, bolts, nuts, etc.,
and turn pockets inside out. Do
not lay these objects on your
dryer after emptying pockets.
l Tie strings and sashes so they will not
tangle.
l Turn lint takers and dark items inside out to
help prevent lint pickup.
l Place small items such as baby socks or
hankies in a mesh bag for easier removal.
l Articles to be ironed should be removed from
the dryer while still damp.
Sorting
l Separate dark from light colors; colorfast
from noncolorfast. Items properly
l Separate lint givers (towels, chenille) from
lint takers (corduroy, synthetics, permanent
press). When possible, turn lint takers inside
out.
Load sizes
*Mix large items with smaller items. Load the
dryer by the amount of space
items take up, not by their
weight. Do not overload the
dryer. Overcrowding causes
uneven drying and 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.
l Reduce wrinkling of permanent press and
synthetics by drying smaller loads and
removing items from the dryer as soon as
tumbling stops.
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.
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Drying special-care items
Most garments and household textiles have care labels with laundering instructions. Always follow
label directions when they are available. General drying instructions for some special washables
are included in this section.
Heat-sensitive fabrics, plastic, rubber, or some stuffed items require drying without heat. Use Air
cycle or line dry. See Warning on page 7.
Heat-sensltlve
fabrics
l Cotton and
canvasshoes
If shoes can be machine laundered:
1. Place several bath towels in the dryer to act as a buffer.
2. If rubber or foam rubber materials are part of the shoe, use Air cycle.
For other materials, see pages 7 and 9 for cycle, time or temperature
recommendations.
3. Remove shoes from dryer while still damp and allow to air dry.
Pillows, stuffed
toys
l Feather, foam,
polyester
If manufacturer recommends machine drying, dry one pillow at a time.
Refer to Air cycle, pages 7 and 9.
1. Make sure coverings are securely stitched.
2. Shake and fluff the items by hand several times during the cycle.
3. Make sure pillows are completely dry. Feather pillows take a long time
to dry.
Blankets and Machine drying knitted woolens is not recommended. Block to shape
woolens when wet and allow to air dry. Line dry blankets in shade on a breezy day
over two lines. Pin edges together and straighten them. When partly dry,
turn the blanket over, repin and restraighten. When dry, brush nap.
l Cotton, rayon, Dry as recommended for permanent press fabrics on page 9.
synthetic blankets If manufacturer recommends machine drying:
l Electric blankets,
electric sheets, 1. Place one or two dry towels in the dryer and preheat 3-5 minutes on a
woolen blankets, high setting. This will dry blankets faster and help avoid pilling.
washable woolen 2. Put blanket in dryer with warm towels. Set control for 20 minutes.
garments 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 completely dry, brush gently to raise nap. Press binding with
cool iron if needed.
Curtains,
sllpcovers
l Draperies,
slipcovers
Remove drapery weights and hooks before laundering.
For slipcovers, replace while still slightly damp. They will dry to fit tightly.
Dry only a few minutes.
1. Leave room in dryer for load to fluff.
2. Remove from dryer while slightly damp. Do not overdry.
l Sheers, some Dry only a few minutes.
synthetic curtains
l Bonded or Line dry these items.
laminated fabrics . .
continued on next page
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Diapers, baby Wash and dry small items in a mesh bag or pillowcase for convenient
clothes handling.
1. Dry according to manufacturer’s instructions.
2. Remove diapers and cotton knit items while still slightly damp. They
will feel softer, shrink less, and be easier to fold.
Elastic items Remove from dryer while still slightly damp.
Flbergiass Do not machine wash or dry fiberglass materials. Small particles can
materials stick to fabrics washed or dried in following loads and cause skin
irritation.
Fiame- Some items have been treated with a flame-retardant finish to improve
retardant their resistance to burning. Such items are clearly labeled. To retain
finishes flame-retardant qualities through continuous use and washing, clean and
dry according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Napped Items Dry separately or with similar colors to avoid lint transfer. Follow care
label directions.
l Corduroy, 1. Dry according to manufacturer’s instructions.
velveteen 2. Remove from dryer while there is still a trace of moisture.
3. Smooth, reshape and air dry before putting away.
Quilted, down- Follow care label instructions.
filled items 1. Dry one at a time.
2. Remove from dryer and shake or fluff the item during the drying cycle.
3. Smooth and reshape before putting away.
Snowsuits, Check label for fiber content, then follow care label directions.
Jackets
l Nylon, Dry according to manufacturer’s instructions.
polyester-base 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 nonrusting hanger to
finish drying. This will help eliminate wrinkles.
Tinted, dyed or Dry according to fabric, weight and care label instructions. Wipe the
noncolorfast dryer drum carefully to remove any dye or lint that can be transferred
Items to other loads. See “Cleaning the dryer interior” on pages 10 and 11.
Towels Select cycle according to fabric type. Some towels, particularly those
made of a blend of synthetic fibers and natural fibers (polyester and
cotton blends), may shed more lint than other towels causing your
dryer’s lint screen to get full faster. Be sure to remove lint from the dryer
lint screen before and after drying new towels.
Washable knits Do not overdry knits. Overdrying can cause shrinking and static cling.
1. Select cycle according to fabric and construction.
2. Turn synthetics and blends inside out when drying to avoid pilling.
3. Remove cotton and rayon knits while still slightly damp. Stretch into
shape and lay flat to finish drying.

Using dryer fabric softeners
Dryer fabric softeners are recommended for
reducing static cling (static can also be re-
duced by not overdryiig) and for softening
fabrics. Always follow package instructions
carefully.
l Put fabric softener sheet on top of the load
beforestarUngtbedryu.Donotadda
fabric softener sheet atter the cyde has
started. Instant heat can cause the fabric
softener to spot fabrics.
l Clear, grease-like spots can result from the
fabric softener sheet becoming tangled in an
item during tumbling. If fabric softener
causes a stain, wet the stain and rub with
liquid detergent or bar soap, rewash.
l Some fabric softeners can clog the lint
screen and slow drying. Use fabric softeners
labeled as dryer safe.
Saving energy
l Dry only full loads without overdrying.
l Avoid overloading dryer, adding wet items to
a partly dried load, or opening the door
unnecessarily.
l Plan your laundry to dry one load after
another. A warm dryer shortens drying tfme.
l Shorten d@ig times by exhausting dryer
properly and cleaning exhaust duct as
needed.
-Keep the lint screen clean.
- Use your dryer in a room where room air
temperature is above 45°F (7°C).
-Sort loads by fabric weight and type.
Vacation care
1. Unplug power supply cord or turn off
electrical power supply.
2. Clean lint screen.
Voltage requirements
l Model REC3622B operates on 240 or 206
volt household current.
l Models REP3622B and RGC3622B operate
on 120 volt household current.
NOTE: Electric dryers using 206 or 120 volts
require longer drying times than dryers using
240 volts.
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Solving laundering problems
Most laundering problems are easily solved. Check the following list for problems you may have
and possible causes. If you need additional help, check the “Assistance or Service” section of
this book
PROBLEM CHECK IF CAUSES/SOLUTIONS
G-Y Dryer fabric softeners Follow manufacturer’s product directions
w- were used carefully.
Undiluted washer fabric Dilute fabric softener before adding to
softener was used the final 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 dean before they Soiled items can stain other items in the
were dried 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 screen is full
Load is properly sorted
Static electricity is
attracting lint
Load is too big or heavy
Clean lint screen. (Bee page 10.)
Sort lintgivers (bath towels, etc.) from lint-
takers (synthetics, permanent press).
Use fabrii softener in the washer’s final
rinse. Use correct dryer settings for fabric.
Cverdrying 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.
Paper or tissue was in pocket Empty pockets carefully. A small scrap of
paper can cause a lot of lint.
Enough detergent was used Use enough detergent to hold the lint in the
water until it drains away. Bass detergent
amount on water hardness and soil in wash
load.
Pilling is being mistaken for lint Pilling (surface fuzz) is caused by normal
wear and laundering. Pills do not break
away easily from the fabric and csn often
collect lint. Synthetic fabrics are more likely
to pill than others, especially at neckbands,
elbows and knees.
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PROBLEM CHECK IF CAUSES/SOLUTIONS
=*ldno Items are oven&fed Remove items while there is still a trace
of moisture. Some itema should be
removed while dsmp. then shaped and
air dried.
Fabric type and quality is
suitable for dryiig Some knits are stretched during manufac-
turing. Washing and drying returns them
to the original size. This is normal. Check
quality of garment before buying. Follow
fabric care label directions carefully.
slow drying There is a large amount of
moisture in the load to be
dried
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.
Cold rinse water ia used 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.
Room air tempemture is
below 45°F (7%) Install dryer in a room where the air tempemture is warmer than 45°F (7%).
Cold air increases drying time and may
cause wrinkles not to be removed.
Dryer is exhausted according
to Installation lnstructlons
Lint screen is full
Install and exhaust your dryer according
to the Installation Instructions provided.
Clean lint screen before or after
each use.
Exhaust duct or outside
exhaust hood is clogged
Proper electriil supply is
Used
Clean if needed.
Properly connect the dryer to a grounded
electrical circuit that meets the electrical
requirements stated in the Installation
Instructions.
Load is overdried Remove items while there is still a trace
of moisture.
Fabric softener is used Use a fabric softener and follow package
directions carefully.
Synthetics, synthetic blends, Synthetics, synthetic blends, permanent
permanent press and knits are press and knits build up static electricity.
in load Use a fabric softener and be careful not
to overdry the load.
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If You Need Assistance
Or Service
1. Before calling for assistance ...
Is the power cord plugged in?
Is lint screen clogged with lint?
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Is exhaust duct or outside exhaust hood clogged with lint?
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Have you blown a fuse or trfpped the circuit breaker?
If you need more help, check the chart below.
PROBLEM
Dryer will not run
Dryer will not bent
Drying time too kng
CHECK THE FOLLOWING
Is the power cord firmly plugged into a live circuit with proper
voltage?
Has a household fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped? Has a
time-delay fuse been used?
Is the dryer door firmly closed?
Did you firmly push the Start Button?
Are the controls set in an ON position?
Is the cycle in the last few minutes7 (There is no heat during that
time.)
Has a household fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped? Has a
time-delay fuse been used?
If you have a gas dryer, are the valves open on both the dryer and
the supply line?
Is your lint screen clean? (See the ‘Slow dryin< section of the
table on page 17 for additional information.)
Is your exhaust duct or outside exhaust hood clogged with lint?
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2. If you need assistance* ...
Call WI toll-fro. numbu. Dial toll-fro. tram
Mywher. In the U.S.A.:
l-30044-ROPER
(1400-447~737)
and talk with one of our trained consultants.
The consultant csn instruct you in how to
obtain satisfactory operation from your appli-
ance or, ff service is necessary, recommend a
qualifti service company in your area.
If you prefer, write to:
Mr. William Clark
Consumer Assistance Representative
Roper Brand Appliances
2000 M-63
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Please include a daytime phone number in
your correspondence.
3. tf you need service* ...
Contact the dealer from whom you purchased
the appliance or the authorized servicer in your
area. For help finding an authorized senricer in
your area, call our toll-free telephone number
in Step 2.
‘WhMWklltgtOrhdpOrSUVlW:
Please provide a detailed description of the
problem, your appliance’s complete model
and serial numbers and the purchase date.
(See page 2.) This information will help us
respond properly to your request.
4. If you need FSP replace-
ment parts ...
FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool
Corporation for quality parts. Look for this
symbol of quality whenever you need a
replacement part for your Ropep appliance.
FSP replacement parts will fit right and work
right, because they are made to the same
exacting specifications used to build every new
Roper appliance.
To locate FSP replacement parts in your
area, refer to Step 3 above or call our toll-free
telephone number in Step 2.
5. tf you are not satisfied with
how the problem was
solved ...
l 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.
l Contact MACAP only when the dealer,
authorized senricer and Roper Brand
Appliance warrantor have failed to resolve
your problem.
Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel
20 North Wacker Driie
Chicago, IL 60606
l MACAP will in turn inform us of your action.
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ROPER’
Dryer Warranty
LENGTH OF WARRANTY: WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR:
FULL ONE-Y EAR FSP replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in
WARRANTY materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an
(from date of purchase) authorized Roper service company.
WHAT WE WILL NOT PAY FOR:
A. Service cells to:
1. Correct the installation of your dryer.
2. Instruct you how to use your dryer.
3. Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing.
4. Replace owner accessible light bulbs.
B. Repairs when your dryer is used in other than normal, single-family household use.
C. Pickup and delivery. Your dryer is designed to be repaired in the home.
D. Damage to your dryer caused by accident, misuse, fire, flood, acts of God, or use of products
not approved by us.
E. Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the appliance. 842
This Roper appliance ia warranted by Whirlpool Corpomtion. 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 period stated in the express warranties for Roper Brand Appliances.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so
this limitation or exclusion 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 also apply. For details, please contact your
authorized Roper distributor or military exchange.
If you need service, first see the “Assistance or Service” section of this book. After checking
‘Assistance or Service,” additional help can be found by calling our toll-free telephone number,
1400-44-ROPER (1400-4474737), from anywhere in the U.S.A.
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