Whirlpool WGD49STBW User manual

Electric or Gas Dryer
Use and Care Guide
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d'utilisation et d'entretien
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Table of Contents Table des rnati_res
DRYER SAFETY ......................................................................... 2
CHECK YOUR VENT SYSTEM
FOR GOOD AiR FLOW .............................................................. 4
USE ACCUDRYTM/AUTOMATIC DRY CYCLES FOR
BETTER FABRIC CARE AND ENERGY SAVINGS .................... 4
CONTROL PANEL & FEATURES ............................................... 5
CYCLE GUIDE ............................................................................ 6
USING YOUR DRYER ................................................................ 7
DRYER CARE ............................................................................. 9
TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................. 11
WARRANTY .............................................................................. 13
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE .................................. BACK COVER
SLeCURITle DE LA SECHEUSE ................................................ 14
VERIFICATION D'UNE CiRCULATiON D'AIR
ADLeQUATE POUR LE SYST#ME DqeVACUATION ............... 16
UTILISATION DES PROGRAMMES ACCUDRYTM/
AUTOMATIQUES POUR UN MEILLEUR SOIN DU TISSU
ET DAVANTAGE D'#CONOMIES DqeNERGIE ........................ 16
TABLEAU DE COMMANDE
ET CARACTERISTIQUES ........................................................ 17
GUIDE DE PROGRAMMES ..................................................... 18
UTILISATION DE LA SECHEUSE ............................................ 19
ENTRETIEN DE LA SLeCHEUSE .............................................. 21
DI-PANNAGE ............................................................................ 24
GARANTIE ................................................................................ 26
ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE ............... COUVERTURE ARRIERE
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Dryer Safety
Your safety and the safety of others are 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 potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING."
These words mean:
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately
foUow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't foflow
instructions.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.
| " "Risk of Fire"
- Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualified installer.
-install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer's instructions and local codes.
- Do not install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic venting materials or flexible metal
(foil type) duct. If flexible metal duct is installed, it must be of aspecific type identified
by the appliance manufacturer as suitable for use with clothes dryers. Flexible venting
materials are known to collapse, be easily crushed, and trap lint. These conditions will
obstruct clothes dryer airflow and increase the risk of fire.
- To reduce the risk of severe injury or death, follow all installation instructions.
- Save these instructions.
State of California Proposition 65 Warnings:
WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer.
WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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 place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer.
Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to
a chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire.
[] Do not dry articles that have been previously cleaned in,
washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-
cleaning solvents, or 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.
[] 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 "Electrical Requirements" located in the installation
instructions for grounding instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING: For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize I
the risk of fire or explosion, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death. /
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- 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.
WARNING: Gas leaks cannot always be detected by smell.
Gas suppliers recommend that you use a gas detector approved by UL or CSA.
For more information, contact your gas supplier.
If a gas leak is detected, follow the "What to do if you smell gas" instructions.

Check Your Vent System for Good Air Flow
Fire Hazard
Use aheavy rnetal vent.
Do not use aplastic vent.
Do not use a rnetamfoil vent.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death
or fire.
Good air flow
Along with heat, dryers require good air flow to efficiently
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 flow. Blocked or crushed vents as well as
improper venting installation will reduce air flow and dryer
performance.
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. To clean or repair venting, contact
a venting specialist.
Maintain good air flow by:
[] Cleaning your lint screen before each load.
[] Replace plastic or foil vent material with 4" (102 mm)
diameter heavy, rigid vent material.
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[] Use the shortest length of vent possible.
Use no more than four 90° elbows in a vent system;
each bend and curve reduces air flow.
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[] Remove lint and debris from the exhaust hood.
[] 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 final product check.
[] Clear away items from the front the dryer.
Use ACCUDRYTM/Automatic Dry Cycles for Better
Fabric Care and Energy Savings
TM
Use the ACCUDRY /Automatic Dry cycles to get the most energy savings and enhanced fabric care from the dryer. During
TM
ACCUDRY /Automatic Dry cycles, drying air temperature or 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 Energy Preferred cycle
will provide optimal energy savings.
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.
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Control Panel & Features
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Not all features and options are available on all models,
Appearance may vary,
WRINKLE SHIELD TM Feature (on some models}
When you are unable to remove a load of clothes from the
dryer as soon as it stops, wrinkles can form. The WRINKLE
SHIELD TM feature periodically tumbles, rearranges, and fluffs
the load to help keep wrinkles from forming,
[] Get 90 minutes of heat-free, periodic tumbling at the end
of a cycle. Turn the WRINKLE SHIELD TM knob to on or off
at any time before the cycle has ended,
OCYCLE KNOB
Use your 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 specified 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.
FLUFF AIR
No heat drying,
ACCUDRY_/AUTOMATIC DRY
Senses moisture in the load or 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.
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Steam Refresh (steam models only)
This cycle is best for reducing wrinkles and odors from
dry items. Cycle time will increase depending on number
of items.
TEMPERATURE
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 No Heat temperature setting (on some models)
is not available on ACCUDRY TM cycles.
CYCLE SIGNAL/PUSH TO START
The Cycle Signal produces an audible sound when the
drying cycle is finished, Promptly removing clothes at the
end of the cycle reduces wrinkling,
Turn the CYCLE SIGNAL knob to select the desired setting
(On or Off), Press the PUSH to START knob to start the
dryer,
NOTE: When the Wrinkle Shield TM setting is selected
and the Cycle Signal is on, the tone will sound every
5 minutes until the clothes are removed, or the Wrinkle
Shield TM setting ends.

Cycle Guide -- ACCUDRY'M/Automatic Dry Cycles
Not all cycles and settings are available on all models.
ACCUDRY TM - Senses moisture in the load or air temperature and shuts off when the load reaches the selected dryness level.
Choose ENERGY PREFERRED cycle for optimal energy savings.
Jeans, heavy work
clothes, towels
Work clothes, medium
weight fabrics, sheets
Casual, shirts, pants,
lightweight items,
synthetics, delicates,
athletic wear
Very Dry
More Dry
Energy Preferred
Less Dry
High
Medium or
Low
Low
Cycle Signal
Wrinkle Shield Automatic cycles give 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.
NOTE: If loads do not seem as dry as you would like, select More Dry or Very 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.
Cycle Guide -- Timed Dry Cycles
TIMED DRY =Will run the dryer for the specified time on the control.
Not all cycles and settings are available on all models.
Large or heavy Heavy Dry Sanitize
items such as thick
towels or robes
Any load Damp Dry Any
Rubber, plastic, Fluff Air No Heat
heat sensitive
fabrics
Temperature Choose high to dry large or heavy loads.
Dries items to a damp level or for items that do not require
an entire drying cycle.
No heat drying.
Cycle Guide Steam Refresh Cycle (steam models only)
Not all cycles and settings are available on all models.
Any load Steam Refresh High Cycle Signal This cycle is best for reducing wrinkles and odors
from 2 or more dry items. Cycle time will increase
depending on number of items.
Setting the Drying Temperature
If your dryer has multiple heat settings:
A High temperature setting may be used for drying
heavyweight items such as towels and work clothes.
An Ex Low or Low to Medium temperature setting may
be used for drying medium-weight items such as sheets,
blouses, dresses, underwear, permanent press fabrics, and
some knits.
Use the Air Dry or Fluff Air (no heat) 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
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.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to
persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before
operating this dryer.
Before using your dryer, wipe the dryer drum with a damp cloth
to remove dust from storing and shipping.
1, Clean the lint screen
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Clean the lint screen before each load. Pull the lint screen out
of its holder. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers. Do not
rinse or wash screen to remove lint. Push the lint screen firmly
back into place.
For additional cleaning information, see "Dryer Care".
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 aclothesline or by using an Air Cycle.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death
or fire,
_2, Load the dryer
Place laundry in the dryer. Close the door.
Do not tightly pack the dryer; clothes should be able to
tumble freely.
NOTE: Your model may have a different door than the
one shown. Some models have drop down doors.

3.Select the desired cycle
60 50
OFF o o
Wrinkle Shield
40 TIMED DRY
30 Damp Dry
20
ol 0 Cool Down
Cool Down
Less Dry ¢
Energy Preferred C
Very Dry
ACCUDRY
sensor dryer
OFF
! _: steam refresh
OFF o o 30
10 20
AIRDRY
Select the desired cycle for your load. See the Cycle Guide
for more information about each cycle.
ACCUDRyTM/AUTOMATIC DRY Cycles
You can select a different dryness level, depending on your
load, by turning the knob to dryness level.
Selecting More or Very Dry, ENERGY PREFERRED, or Less Dry
automatically adjusts the dryness level at which the dryer will
shut off. Once a dry level is set, it cannot be changed without
stopping the cycle.
ACCUDRyTM/AUTOMATIC DRY cycles give the best drying in
the shortest time. Drying time varies based on fabric type, load
size, and dryness setting.
Steam Refresh
Reduces odors and wrinkles from small to medium-sized loads
of dry items. Dry time will automatically adjust when the load
size is sensed. Medium or High Temp Levels may be selected.
4. Set cycle settings, if desired
TEMPERATURE TEMPERATURE
o Low o No Heat
Med Ex Low
oHigh 0Low
OHigh
Med
Turn the TEMPERATURE knob to change the drying
temperature setting. See "Setting the Drying Temperature".
NOTE: Not all settings are available with all cycles.
f5. Set Wrinkle Shield, if desired
(depending on model)
WRINKLE SHIELD WRINKLE SHIELD
g0 Min O o On
Off o Off o
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[] Get 90 minutes of heat-free, periodic tumbling at the end
of a cycle. Turn the WRINKLE SHIELD TM knob to select
on or off at any time before the cycle has ended.
[] The Wrinkle Shield cycle on some models is automatically
set to run for up to 40 minutes of no-heat, periodic
tumbling at the end of the cycle.
NOTE: Not all options and settings are available with all
cycles.
f6. Select Cycle Signal, if desired
CYCLE SIGNAL
Push to Start
o Off
Turn the CYCLE SIGNAL knob to select the desired setting
(On or Off). The Cycle Signal produces an audible sound
when the drying cycle is finished. Promptly removing clothes
at the end of the cycle reduces wrinkling.
NOTE: When the Wrinkle Shield TM setting is selected and the
Cycle Signal is on, the tone will sound every 5 minutes until
the clothes are removed, or the Wrinkle Shield TM setting ends.
fT. Press PUSH to START to
begin cycle
CYCLE SIGNAL
Push to Start
o off
O On
Push and hold the PUSH to START knob to begin the cycle.
Promptly remove items after cycle has completed to reduce
wrinkling. Use the Wrinkle Shield TM feature to avoid wrinkling
when you are unable to remove a load from the dryer as soon
as it stops.
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Dryer Care
leaning the dryer location
eep dryer area clear and free from items that would
ock the air flow for proper dryer operation. This includes
clearing piles of laundry in front of the dryer.
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from dryer.
Place dryer at least 18 inches (460 ram) above the floor
for a garage installation.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
Cleaning the dryer interior
To clean dryer drum
1. Apply a liquid, nonflammable 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: Items that contain loose dyes, such as denim blue
jeans or brightly colored cotton items, may discolor the
dryer interior. These stains are not harmful to your dryer and
will not stain future loads of clothes. Dry these items inside
out to avoid drum staining.
rRemoving 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 qualified servicer.
From the Exhaust Vent
Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often,
depending on dryer usage.
('-Cleaning the lint screen
Every load cleaning
The lint screen is located in the dryer. A screen blocked by
lint can increase drying time.
To clean:
1. Pull the lint screen out of its holder. Roll lint off the
screen with your fingers. Do not rinse or wash screen to
remove lint. Wet lint is hard to remove.
2. Push the lint screen firmly back into place.
iMPORTANT:
[] 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.
[] If lint falls off the screen into the dryer during removal,
check the exhaust hood and remove the lint. See
"Venting Requirements."
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 fingers.
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.

,Storage, and Moving Care
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. (For gas dryers only): Close shut off valve to gas supply
line.
3. Clean lint screen. See "Cleaning the Lint Screen."
4. Turn off the water supply to the dryer. This helps to avoid
unintended flooding (due to a water pressure surge)
while you are away.
Moving Care
For power supply cord-connected dryers:
1. Unplug the power supply cord.
2. Gas models only: Close shutoff valve in gas supply line.
3. Gas models only: Disconnect gas supply line pipe and
remove fittings attached to dryer pipe.
4. Gas models only: Cap the open gas supply line.
5. Steam models only: Shut off water faucet.
6. Steam models only: Disconnect the water inlet hose from
faucet, then drain the hose. Transport hose separately.
7. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.
8. Use tape to secure dryer door.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before servicing.
Replace all parts and panels before operating.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock,
For direct-wired dryers:
1. Turn off power at fuse or breaker box.
2. Disconnect wiring.
3. Steam models only: Shut off water faucet.
4. Steam models only: Disconnect the water inlet hose
from faucet, then drain the hose. Transport hose
separately.
5. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.
6. Use tape to secure dryer door.
Reinstalling the Dryer
Follow the "installation Instructions" to locate, level,
and connect the dryer.
Special instructions for steam models
Water Inlet Hose
Replace inlet hose and hose screen after 5 years of use
to reduce the risk of hose failure. Periodically inspect and
replace inlet hose if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are
found.
When replacing your inlet hose, record the date of
replacement.
To Winterize the Dryer
1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.
2. Shut off water faucet.
3. Disconnect water inlet hose from faucet and drain.
To Use the Dryer Again
1. Flush water pipes. Reconnect water inlet hose to faucet.
Turn on water faucet.
2. Plug in dryer or reconnect power as described in the
"Installation instructions".
fChanging the drum light (on some models}"
1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.
2. Open the dryer door. Locate the light bulb cover on the
back wall of the dryer. Using a Phillips-head screw driver,
remove the screw located in the lower right-hand corner
of the cover. Remove the cover.
3. Turn bulb counterclockwise. Replace the bulb with
a 10-watt appliance bulb only. Replace the cover and
secure with the screw.
4. Plug into a grounded outlet or reconnect power.
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