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ELECTRIC DRYER
Use & Care Guide
Table of Contents ................................................. 2
FOR
MODELS: 3RLEC8600
3RLEQ8033
3RLEQ8600
W10131582C

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  • Page 1 ® ELECTRIC DRYER Use & Care Guide Table of Contents ..........2 MODELS: 3RLEC8600 3RLEQ8033 3RLEQ8600 W10131582C...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS DRYER SAFETY................2 Drying Rack (optional) ..............8 DRYER DISPOSAL .................4 DRYER CARE..................9 Cleaning the Dryer Location............9 PARTS AND FEATURES..............5 Cleaning the Lint Screen ..............9 CHECKING YOUR VENT ...............6 Cleaning the Dryer Interior ............9 DRYER USE ..................6 Removing Accumulated Lint............9 Starting Your Dryer ..............6 Vacation and Moving Care............10 Stopping and Restarting ..............7...
  • Page 3 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. Before the dryer is removed from service or discarded, remove the doors to the drying compartment.
  • Page 4: Dryer Disposal

    DRYER DISPOSAL This appliance is marked according to the European directive 2002/ 96/ EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help avoid potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product.
  • Page 5: Parts And Features

    PARTS AND FEATURES A. Control panel Additional features your dryer may have B. Model and serial number label swing reversible door C. Dryer drum Wrinkle Guard selector D. Lint screen Automatic Dry sensor E. W ide-opening door Optional purchase Drying rack Control Panel (example)
  • Page 6: Checking Your Vent

    CHECKING YOUR VENT DRYER USE Your dryer must be properly installed and vented to achieve Starting Your Dryer maximum drying ef ciency and shorten drying times. Use the minimum recommended installation clearances found in the Installation Instructions. Refer to the Installation Instructions for WARNING more information.
  • Page 7: Stopping And Restarting

    3. Turn the Cycle Control knob to the recommended cycle for Use a Low Heat setting for drying lightweight items such as the type of load being dried. See “Drying, Cycle, and lingerie, blouses, dresses, and some knits. Temperature Tips.” Line dry bonded or laminated fabrics.
  • Page 8: Additional Features

    Wrinkle Guard II™ Additional Features When you are unable to remove a load from the dryer as soon as it stops, wrinkles can form. The Wrinkle Guard II feature This manual covers several different models. Your dryer may not periodically tumbles, rearranges and uffs the load for up to have all of the features described.
  • Page 9: Dryer Care

    DRYER CARE As needed cleaning Cleaning the Dryer Location Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can build up on the lint screen. This buildup can cause longer drying times for your Keep dryer area clear and free from items that would obstruct the clothes, or cause the dryer to stop before your load is completely ow of combustion and ventilation air.
  • Page 10: Vacation And Moving Care

    Vacation and Moving Care Vacation care TROUBLESHOOTING Operate your dryer only when you are at home. If you will be on First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid vacation or not using your dryer for an extended period of time, the cost of a service call...
  • Page 11 Dryer Results Is the dryer located in a closet? Clothes are not drying satisfactorily, drying times are too Closet doors must have ventilation openings at the top and long, or load is too hot bottom of the door. The sides and front of the dryer require a minimum of 25 mm (1") of airspace, and the rear of the dryer Is the lint screen clogged with lint? requires 127 mm (5").
  • Page 12: Assistance Or Service

    If your problem is not due to any of the items listed in the Croydon “Troubleshooting” section, contact the dealer from whom you CR9 4RY purchased the dryer, or a designated Whirlpool service company. U.K. When calling, please know the purchase date, and the complete Telephone: 0208 649 5000 model and serial number of your appliance.

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