Whirlpool W10164159A User Manual

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Cleaning the Dryer Interior
1. Apply a liquid, nonflammable household cleaner to the 
stained area of the drum and rub with a soft cloth until stain is 
removed.
2. Wipe drum thoroughly with a damp cloth.
3. Tumble a load of clean cloths or towels to dry the drum.
NOTE: Garments that contain unstable dyes, such as denim blue 
jeans or brightly colored cotton items, may discolor the dryer 
interior. These stains are not harmful to your dryer and will not 
stain future loads of clothes. Dry unstable dye items inside out to 
avoid transfer of dye.
Removing Accumulated Lint 
From Inside the Dryer Cabinet
Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending 
on dryer usage. Cleaning should be done by a qualified person.
From the Exhaust Vent
Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending 
on dryer usage.
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. 
Vacation, Storage and Moving Care
Install and store your dryer where it will not freeze. Because some 
water may stay in the hoses, freezing can damage your dryer. If 
storing or moving your dryer during freezing weather, winterize it.
Non-Use or Vacation Care
Operate your dryer only when you are at home. If you will be on 
vacation or not using your dryer for an extended period of time, 
you should:
1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.
2. Clean lint screen. See “Cleaning the Lint Screen.”
3. Turn off the water supply to the dryer. This helps to avoid 
unintended flooding (due to a water pressure surge) while you 
are away.
To winterize dryer
1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.
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.
Moving care
For power supply cord-connected dryers:
1. Unplug the power supply cord. 
2. Shut off water faucet.
3. 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.
For direct-wired dryers:
1. Disconnect power.
2. Disconnect wiring.
3. Shut off water faucet.
4. 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.
Reinstalling the dryer
Follow the “Installation Instructions” to locate, level and connect 
the dryer.
Changing the Drum Light
The dryer light automatically turns on inside the dryer drum when 
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 
wall of the dryer. Remove the screw located in the lower right 
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.
4. Plug in dryer or reconnect power.
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.