Whirlpool ler3622 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 the dryer drum. Check that all parts 
listed are included.

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1 - Cycle Control (timer) knob

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1 - Push to Start button

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4 - Leveling legs

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

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Metal exhaust system hardware. For information on ordering, 
please refer to the “Assistance or Service” section. You may 
also contact the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer.

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A location that allows for proper exhaust installation. See 
“Venting Requirements.”

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A separate 30-amp circuit.

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A grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft (61 cm) of 
either side of the dryer. See “Electrical Requirements.”

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A sturdy floor to support the dryer weight (dryer and load) of 
115 lbs (52 kg). The combined weight of a companion 
appliance should also be considered.

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A level floor with a maximum slope of 1" (2.5 cm) under entire 
dryer.

                          

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

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Wire stripper (direct wire 
installations)

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Level

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¼" nut driver

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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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Wood block