Whirlpool REC3622D manual

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    UseAndCare A Note to You . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Dryer Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 Parts and Features . . . . . . . . 5 Operating Your Dryer . . . . 6 Before starting your dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Starting your dryer . . . . . . . 6 Stopping/restarting your dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

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    A Note to You Thank you for buying a ROPER@ appliance. Because your life is getting busier and more complicated, ROPER dryers are easy to use, save time, and help you manage your home better. To ensure that you enjoy years of trouble- free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It contains valuable information about how to operate and mai[...]

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    Dryer Safety Your safety is important to us. This guide contains safety statements under warning symbols. Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explanation of the use of the symbol. This symbol will help alert you to such dangers as fire, electrical shock, burns, and personal injury. IMPORT[...]

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    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or l Read all instructions before using your dryer. l Dryer must be electrically grounded. See the Installation Instructions. @ Do not machine wash or machine dry items cleaned, washed, soaked in, or spotted with wax, paint, gasoline, oil, dry cleaning solvents, or other fl[...]

  • Page 5

    Parts and 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 models covered by this book. Your model may not include all features. Moisture sen[...]

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    Operating Your Dryer The information in this section helps you learn to use your dryer efficiently and safely. Refer to “Laundry Tips” on page 13 for additional information on sorting, loading, and drying most types of washables. Before starting your dryer Before using your dryer, wipe the dryer drum with a damp cloth to remove dust from storin[...]

  • Page 7

    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. Selecting the right cycle and setting The following pages describ[...]

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    Timed Cycle(s) Use a Timed cycle to complete drying if some items are damp after Automatic dry- ing. Timed drying is also useful for: l Delicate items and small loads that need a short drying time. l Bulky items and large loads that require a long drying time. Air Cycle The Air cycle has no heat. Use this un- heated cycle to fluff or air dry beddin[...]

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    Selecting the right cycle and setting MODELS REC3622D TYPE OF LOAD COlTONS AND LINENS CYCLE* REP3822D RGC3622D Extra Heavy - Bedspreads, mattress pads, quilts Timed Drying 90-105 min 70-80 min Heavyweight - Towels, jeans, corduroys, work Perm. Press/Reg. clothes Mediumweight - Sheets, cotton underwear, diapers Lightweight - Batistes, organdies, lin[...]

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    Caring for Your Dryer Proper care of your dryer can extend its life. This section explains how to care for your dryer properly and safely. Cleaning the lint screen Every load cleaning The lint screen is located inside the dryer drum, on the back wall. Clean it before each load. A screen blocked by lint can increase drying time. To clean: 1. Open th[...]

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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. To clean dryer drum: 1. Make a paste with detergent and very warm water. 2. Apply paste to a soft cloth and scrub area Lii!zl until all excess dye is removed. OR Apply liquid nonflammable hous[...]

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    Removing accumulated lint Lint can gather inside the dryer and be a fuel for fire. Lint should be removed every two to three years, or more often, depending on dryer usage. Cleaning should be done by a qualified person. If you have any questions or comments, please call our toll-free number at l-800-447-6737. For all electric dryers, or gas dryers [...]

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    Laundry Tips This section provides information on preparing clothes for drying, drying guidelines, and instructions for drying special-care items. NOTES: l Refer to your Washer Use and Care Guide for proper washing techniques and additional laundry tips. l See pages 3 and 4 of this book for Important Safety Information. Sorting clothes l Separate d[...]

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    Using dryer fabric softeners dryer fabric softeners are recommended for l Remove fabric softener stains by wetting -educing static cling and for softening the stains and rubbing them with liquid ‘abrics. Always follow package instructions detergent or bar soap and rewash. zarefully. l Some fabric softeners can clog the lint ) Put one fabric softe[...]

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    Drying special-care items Most garments and household textiles have manufacturer’s care labels with laundering instructions. Always follow care label directions when they are available. Pages 8 and 9 include drying instructions for most types of washables. The chart below provides drying instructions for special-care washables. ITEMS DRYING INSTR[...]

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    ITEMS DRYING INSTRUCTIONS Flame-retardant Some items have been treated with a flame-retardant finish to improve finishes their resistance to burning. Such items are clearly labeled. To retain flame-retardant qualities through continuous use and washing, clean and dry according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Napped items Dry separately or wit[...]

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    Troubleshooting Most laundering problems are easily solved if you understand the cause. Check the following list for laundry problems you may have and their possible causes. Also refer to the next page for a dryer checklist which can help you solve some simple problems without calling for service. If you still need help, see “Requesting Assistanc[...]

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    Common dryer problems Before calling for service, check these: Is the dryer door firmly closed? q Are the controls set in an ON position? Did you firmly push the Start Button? Is lint screen clogged with lint? Is the power cord plugged in? Have you blown a fuse or tripped the circuit breaker? q Is exhaust duct or outside exhaust hood clogged with l[...]

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    Requesting Assistance or Service Before calling for assistance or service, please check ‘Troubleshooting” on pages 17-l 8. It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below. 1. If you need assistance* . . . Call our toll-free number. Dial toll-free from anywhere in the U.S.A.: 1-800-44-ROPER l-800[...]

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    ROPER” Dryer Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY: WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR: FULL ONE-YEAR FSP@ replacement parts and repair labor to correct WARRANTY defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be (from date of purchase) provided by an authorized Roper service company. WHAT WE WILL NOT PAY FOR: A. Service calls to: 1. Correct the installation of your d[...]