User Manual Whirlpool WED4950HW 7.0 cu. ft. Top Load Electric Dryer with AutoDry™ Drying System

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DRYER MAINTENANCE AND CARE

Cleaning the Dryer Location

Keep dryer area clear and free from items that would block the airflow for proper dryer operation. This includes clearing piles of laundry in front of the dryer.

Cleaning the Dryer Interior

To clean dryer drum:

1. Use nonflammable cleaner or a mild hand dish detergent mixed at a low concentration with very warm water, and rub with a soft cloth.

  • Rinse well with a wet sponge or towel.
  • Tumble a load of clean clothes or towels to dry drum.

OR

2. Use a microfiber cloth and very warm water in a spray bottle to clean the drum and a second microfiber towel to dry.

NOTE: Garments that contain unstable dyes, such as denim blue jeans or brightly colored cotton items, may discolor the rear of the dryer interior. These stains are not harmful to your dryer and will not stain future loads of clothes. Dry unstable dye items inside out to avoid transfer of dye.

Removing Accumulated Lint

From inside the dryer cabinet:

Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending on dryer usage. Cleaning should be done by a qualified appliance service or ventilation system cleaner.

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 may be located either in the door opening or the top of the dryer depending on model. A screen blocked by lint can increase drying time.

To clean:

1. Remove the lint screen. If necessary, press the tab to release and open the lint screen. 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” in the Installation Instructions.
  • Clean space where lint screen is located, as needed. Using a vacuum, gently remove any lint that has accumulated outside of the lint screen.

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.

Changing 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 1/4" (6.5 mm) nut driver or socket wrench, 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 W appliance bulb only. Replace the cover and secure with the screw.

4. Plug in dryer or reconnect power.

Check Your Vent System for Good Airflow

Good Airflow

Along with heat, dryers require good airflow 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 airflow. 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 Airflow

  • Cleaning your lint screen before each load.
  • Replace plastic or foil vent material with 4" (102 mm) diameter heavy, rigid vent material.
  • Use the shortest length of vent possible.

Use no more than four 90° elbows in a vent system; each bend and curve reduces airflow.

  • 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 for final product check.
  • Clear away items from the front of the dryer.

Nonuse, Storage, and Moving Care

Nonuse or Storage Care

If you will be on vacation or not using your dryer for an extended period of time, you should:

1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.

2. Clean lint screen. See “Cleaning the Lint Screen.”

3. Steam Models Only: Turn off the water supply to the dryer. This helps to avoid 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. Steam models only: Shut off water faucet. Disconnect the water inlet hose from faucet; then drain the hose. Transport hose separately.

3. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.

4. Use tape to secure dryer door.

5. On models with base trim, remove base trim before moving dryer. See "Install and remove base trim (on some models)" for details.

For direct-wired dryers:

1. Turn off power at fuse or breaker box.

2. Disconnect wiring.

3. Steam models only: Shut off water faucet. Disconnect the water inlet hose from faucet; then drain the hose. Transport hose separately.

4. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.

5. Use tape to secure dryer door.

6. On models with base trim, remove base trim before moving dryer. See "Install and remove base trim (on some models)" for details.

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.

Reinstalling the Dryer

Follow the Installation Instructions to locate, level, and connect the dryer.

Special Instructions for Steam Models

Install and store your dryer where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in the hose, freezing can damage your dryer. If storing or moving your dryer during freezing weather, winterize it.

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.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, located in your appliance's Owner's Manual, before operating this appliance.

Step 1. Clean Lint Screen

Step 2. Load Clothes; then Close Door

Step 3. Select Cycle and Settings

Step 4. Press Start

Cycle Guide – Normal Cycle

Not all cycles and settings are available on all models.

AccuDry™ Cycle senses moisture in the load or air temperature and shuts off when the load reaches the selected dryness level.

Items to Dry:Cycle:Temperature:Description:
Work clothes, medium-weight fabrics, sheetsEnergy Preferred or NormalMedium

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: Government energy certifications for the Whirlpool® Gas and Electric models were based on the Timed Dry cycle with the Maximum drying temperature setting. The as-shipped defaults of Auto Dry, Normal cycle, Low heat, Wrinkle Shield™ were not used.

NOTE: If loads do not seem as dry as you would like, select Very Dry the next time you dry a similar load. If loads seem drier than you like, select Less Dry the next time you dry a similar load.

Button Descriptions

Not all features, cycles, and options are available on all models. Appearance may vary.

1. Wrinkle Shield™ Option (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™ Option 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™ Option knob to On or Off at any time before the cycle has ended.

2. CYCLE CONTROL KNOB

Use the Cycle Control knob to select available cycles on your dryer. Turn the knob to select a cycle for your laundry load. See the online “Cycle Guide” for details.

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.

AccuDry™ Cycle/Automatic Dry Cycle/Auto Dry Cycle

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, dryness setting, and temperature setting.

3. 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™ Cycles.

4. 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™ Option is selected and the Cycle Signal is on, the tone will sound every 5 minutes until the clothes are removed or the Wrinkle Shield™ Option setting ends.



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