Whirlpool wed9600t User Manual
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Moving care
For power supply cord-connected dryers:
1. Unplug the power supply cord.
2. Steam models only: Shut off water faucet.
3. Steam models only: Disconnect the water inlet hose from
2. Steam models only: Shut off water faucet.
3. Steam models only: Disconnect the water inlet hose from
faucet, then drain the hose. Transport hose separately.
4. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.
5. Use masking tape to secure dryer door.
5. Use masking tape to secure dryer door.
For direct-wired dryers:
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before servicing.
Replace all parts and panels before operating.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
1. Disconnect power.
2. Disconnect wiring.
3. Steam models only: Shut off water faucet.
4. Steam models only: Disconnect the water inlet hose from
2. Disconnect wiring.
3. Steam models only: Shut off water faucet.
4. Steam models only: Disconnect the water inlet hose from
faucet, then drain the hose. Transport hose separately.
5. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.
6. Use masking tape to secure dryer door.
6. Use masking tape to secure dryer door.
Reinstalling the dryer
Follow the “Installation Instructions” to locate, level, and connect
the dryer.
Special Instructions for Steam Models
Water Inlet Hoses
Replace inlet hoses and hose screen after 5 years of use to
reduce the risk of hose failure. Periodically inspect and replace
inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found.
When replacing your inlet hoses, record the date of replacement.
reduce the risk of hose failure. Periodically inspect and replace
inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found.
When replacing your inlet hoses, record the date of replacement.
To winterize dryer
1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.
2. Shut off water faucet.
3. Disconnect water inlet hose from faucet and drain.
2. Shut off water faucet.
3. Disconnect water inlet hose from faucet and drain.
To use dryer again
1. Flush water pipes. Reconnect water inlet hose to faucet. Turn
on water faucet.
2. Plug in dryer or reconnect power.
Changing the Drum Light
The dryer light automatically turns on inside the dryer drum when
you open the door.
you open the door.
To change the drum light
1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.
2. Open the dryer door. Locate the light bulb cover on the back
2. Open the dryer door. Locate the light bulb cover on the back
wall of the dryer. Remove the screw located in the lower right
corner of the cover. Remove the cover.
corner of the cover. Remove the cover.
3. Turn bulb counterclockwise. Replace the bulb with a 10-watt
appliance bulb only. Replace the cover and secure with the
screw.
screw.
4. Plug in dryer or reconnect power.