Estate 8318478A User Manual

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Is the load properly sorted?
Sort lint givers (towels, chenille) from lint takers (corduroy, 
synthetics). Also sort by color.

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Is the load too big or too heavy?
Dry smaller loads so lint can be carried to the lint screen.

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Was the load overdried?
Use correct dryer settings for load type. Overdrying can 
cause lint-attracting static electricity. See “Drying, Cycle, and 
Temperature Tips.”

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Is pilling being mistaken for lint?
Pilling (surface fuzz) is caused by normal wear and 
laundering.

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Was dryer fabric softener properly used?
Add dryer fabric softener sheets at the beginning of the cycle. 
Fabric softener sheets added to a partially-dried load can 
stain your garments.

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Were items soiled when placed in the dryer?
Items should be clean before being dried.

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Were items properly sorted?
Sort light colors from dark colors. Sort colorfast items from 
noncolorfast items.

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Was the dryer overloaded?
Dry smaller loads that will tumble freely.

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Did the load overdry? 
Check the manufacturer’s care label. Match dryer setting to 
load type. See “Drying, Cycle, and Temperature Tips.”

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Was the dryer overloaded? 
Dry smaller loads that can tumble freely.

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Did the load overdry? 
Check the manufacturer’s care label. Match dryer setting to 
load type. See “Drying, Cycle, and Temperature Tips.”

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Have you recently been painting, staining or varnishing in 
the area where your dryer is located?
If so, ventilate the area. When the odors or fumes are gone 
from the area, re-wash and dry the clothing.

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If the dryer is electric, is it being used for the first time?
The new electric heating element may have an odor. The odor 
will be gone after the first cycle.

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Check the following: 
Were zippers, snaps, and hooks left open?

Were strings and sashes tied to prevent tangling?

Were care label instructions followed?

Were items damaged before drying?

Before calling for assistance or service, please check 
“Troubleshooting.” It may save you the cost of a service call. If 
you still need help, follow the instructions below. 

When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete 
model and serial number of your appliance. This information will 
help us to better respond to your request.

If you need to order replacement parts, we recommend that you 
only use FSP

®

 factory specified parts. These parts will fit right 

and work right, because they are made with the same precision 
used to build every new ESTATE

®    

appliance. To locate FSP 

replacement parts in your area call our Customer Interaction 
Center or your nearest designated service center.

Call the Customer Interaction Center toll free at 1-800-253-1301.

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Features and specifications on our full line of appliances

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Installation information

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Use and maintenance procedures

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Accessory and repair parts sales

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Specialized customer assistance (Spanish speaking, hearing 
impaired, limited vision, etc.)

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Referrals to local dealers, repair parts distributors, and 
service companies. 

Estate designated service technicians are trained to fulfill the 
product warranty and provide after-warranty service, anywhere in 
the United States.

To locate the Estate designated service company in your area, 
you can also look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages.

If you need further assistance, you can write with any questions 
or concerns at:

Estate Brand Home Appliances
Customer Interaction Center
553 Benson Road
Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692

Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.

To order accessories, call the Whirlpool Customer Interaction 
Center toll free at 1-800-442-9991 and follow the menu prompts. 
Or visit our website at www.estateappliances.com and click on 
“Buy Accessories Online.”