Whirlpool W10136968C User Manual

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. 
Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed 
here. 

Remove parts package from dryer drum. Check that all parts are 
included.

NOTE: Do not use leveling legs supplied with dryer if installing on 
a pedestal.

Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply and venting. 
See “Electrical Requirements” and “Venting Requirements” 
before purchasing parts.

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For close-clearance installations between 31.5" (80.01 cm) 
and 37" (93.98 cm), see “Plan Vent System” section for 
venting requirements.

Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system hardware 
available for purchase from the dealer from whom you purchased 
your dryer. For further information, please refer to the “Assistance 
or Service” section. 

Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use with 
clothes dryers. The kit should contain:

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A UL listed 30-amp power supply cord, rated 
120/240 volt minimum. The cord should be type SRD or 
SRDT and be at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long. The wires that 
connect to the dryer must end in ring terminals or spade 
terminals with upturned ends.

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A UL listed strain relief.

                          

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the dryer, follow basic precautions, 

including the following:

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Read all instructions before using the dryer.

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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.

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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.

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Do not allow children to play on or in the dryer. Close 
supervision of children is necessary when the dryer is 
used near children.

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Before the dryer is removed from service or discarded, 
remove the door to the drying compartment.

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Do not reach into the dryer if the drum is moving.

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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.

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Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static 
unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric 
softener or product.

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Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or 
similarly textured rubber-like materials.

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Clean lint screen before or after each load.

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Keep area around the exhaust opening and adjacent 
surrounding areas free from the accumulation of lint, dust, 
and dirt.

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The interior of the dryer and exhaust vent should be 
cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel.

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Do not install or store the dryer where it will be exposed 
to the weather.

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Do not tamper with controls.

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See installation instructions for grounding requirements.

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Flat-blade screwdriver

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#2 Phillips screwdriver

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Adjustable wrench that 
opens to 1" (2.54 cm) or 
hex-head socket wrench 
(for adjusting dryer feet)

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Wire stripper (for direct 
wire installations)

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Level

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Vent clamps

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Caulking gun and 
compound (for installing 
new exhaust vent)

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Tin snips (new vent 
installations)

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¼" nut driver or socket 
wrench (recommended)

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Tape measure

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