Whirlpool WED5600X User Guide

Not all cycles and settings are available on all models. Settings and options shown in 

bold are default settings for that cycle. 

AUTOMATIC DRY - Senses moisture in the load or air temperature and shuts off when the load reaches the selected dryness level. 

Gives the best drying in the shortest time. Drying time varies based on fabric type, load size, and dryness setting.
Depending on model, temperature may be selected on cycle knob or be a separate control.

Heavyweight items 

towels, jeans

 

No-iron fabrics, 

cottons, perm press, 

linens, synthetics

Heavy 

Duty

Casual

Eco Normal

Delicate

Extra 

Delicate

Normal

Normal 

Normal 

Normal 

Normal 

Normal 

Normal 

Damp Dry Signal 

Dryness Level 

Wrinkle Shield

Damp Dry Signal 

Dryness Level 

Damp Dry Signal 

Dryness Level 

Wrinkle Shield

Damp Dry Signal 

Dryness Level 

Wrinkle Shield

Damp Dry Signal 

Dryness Level 

Wrinkle Shield

Damp Dry Signal 

Dryness Level 

Wrinkle Shield

Use for drying large or heavy items. 

Evenly dries large or heavy loads.

For normal light- to medium-weight 

fabrics. Drying time varies based on 

fabric type, load size, and dryness 

setting.

Average size loads of medium weight 

items where improved energy is desired.

For gently drying delicate items.

For gently drying delicate items.

Medium to large loads of mixed fabrics 

and items.

Work clothes, casual 

wear, mixed cottons, 

sheets, corduroys

Not all cycles and settings are available on all models. Settings and options shown in 

bold are default settings for that cycle.

TIMED DRY - Will run the dryer for the specified time on the control. Depending on model, temperature may be selected on cycle 

knob or be a separate control.

Timed Dry

N/A

Temp 

Wrinkle Shield 

Time Adjustment

Dries items to a damp level for items that 

do not require an entire drying cycle.

Select a drying temperature based on the 

fabrics in your load. If you are unsure of the 

temperature to select for a load, select the 

lower setting rather than the higher setting.

Select a drying temperature based on the fabrics in your 

load. If you are unsure of the temperature to select for a load,  

select the lower setting rather than the higher setting.

If your dryer has multiple heat settings:
A High heat setting may be used for drying heavyweight 

items such as towels and work clothes.
A Low to Medium heat setting may be used for drying 

medium-weight items such as sheets, blouses, dresses, 

underwear, permanent press fabrics, and some knits.

An Extra-Low heat setting may be used for drying lightweight 

items such as lingerie.
Use a no heat (air dry) setting for foam, rubber, plastic, or 

heat-sensitive fabrics.
Line dry bonded or laminated fabrics.
NOTE: If you have questions about drying temperatures for 

various loads, refer to the care label directions.

Lingerie, blouses, 

washable knit fabrics

Corduroys, work 

clothes

Lingerie, exercise 

wear, washable 

woolens

Any load

Small loads and 

sportswear  

(2 to 3 items)

Mixed loads

Rubber, plastic, heat 

sensitive fabrics

Quick Dry 

Touch Up

Timed Dry

15

15

N/A

Temp 

Wrinkle Shield 

Time Adjustment

Temp 

Wrinkle Shield 

Time Adjustment

Temp 

Wrinkle Shield 

Time Adjustment

For small loads of 2-3 items.

Use to remove wrinkles, including loads left 

in the dryer too long. Any timed dry cycle/

manual cycle does not sense the load.

Use a no heat (air dry) setting for foam, 

rubber, plastic, or heat-sensitive fabrics.

NOTE: If loads do not seem as dry as you would like, select More Dry next time you dry a similar load.