WHIRLPOOL WED9600TC0
Manual de Usuario

12. If you live in a hard water area, use of a water softener is recommended to control the buildup of scale through the water system in the dryer. Over time, the buildup of lime scale may clog different parts of the water system, which will reduce product performance. Excessive scale buildup may lead to the need for certain part replacement or repair. 13. Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and start the dryer. Do not select the Air Only Temperature setting. If the dryer will not start, check the following:
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Household fuse is intact and tight, or circuit breaker has not tripped. Dryer door is closed.

Controls are set in a running or �On� position. Start button has been pushed firmly. Dryer is plugged into an outlet and/or electrical supply is connected.

This dryer automatically runs an installation diagnostic routine at the start of its first cycle. If you receive an L2 code, there may be a problem with your home power supply keeping the dryer�s heater from turning on. See �Troubleshooting.� If you receive an AF code, your dryer vent may be crushed or blocked. See �Troubleshooting.� NOTE: You may notice a burning odor when the dryer is first heated. This odor is common when the heating element is first used. The odor will go away.

DRYER USE

Starting Your Dryer

WARNING

WARNING

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.

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.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance. This manual covers several different models. Your dryer may not have all of the cycles and features described. The following is a guide to starting your dryer. Please refer to specific sections of this manual for more detailed information. 1. Clean lint screen before each load. See �Cleaning the Lint Screen.� 2. Place laundry in dryer and shut door.

3. Press the POWER button then rotate the dial to select either an Automatic or Manual Cycle. The preset settings and drying time for the cycle chosen will be displayed. NOTE: A default time is displayed when an Automatic Cycle is selected. During the first few minutes of the drying process, the cycle time may automatically vary from the default time based on the size and fabric type of the load. Toward the end of the drying process, the estimated time display will adjust again, showing the final drying time.

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