Whirlpool 3406881 Manuel D’Utilisation

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Starting Your Dryer
This booklet covers several different models. Your dryer may not 
have all of the cycles and features described.
Before using your dryer, wipe the dryer drum with a damp cloth to 
remove dust from storing and shipping.
1. Load clothes loosely into the dryer and close the door. Do not 
pack the dryer. Allow space for clothes to tumble freely.
2. Turn the Cycle Control knob to the recommended cycle for the 
type of load being dried. Use the Energy Preferred Automatic 
Setting to dry most heavy to medium weight fabrics.
3. (OPTIONAL) Your dryer may have an END OF CYCLE SIGNAL. 
The signal is helpful when drying items that should be 
removed from the dryer as soon as it stops. The End of Cycle 
signal is part of the Start button and is selectable. Turn the 
Start button to ON or OFF. The signal will sound only if the 
selector is set to On.
4. If desired, add a fabric softener sheet. Use only ones labeled 
as dryer safe. Follow package instructions. 
5. Press the PUSH TO START button. 
Stopping and Restarting 
You can stop your dryer anytime during a cycle.
To stop your dryer
Open the dryer door or turn the Cycle Control knob to OFF.
NOTE: The Cycle Control knob should point to an Off area when 
the dryer is not in use.
To restart your dryer
Close the door. Select a new cycle and temperature (if desired). 
Press the PUSH TO START button.
WASHER/DRYER CARE
Cleaning Your Washer
Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to wipe up any spills such as 
detergent or bleach from the outside of your washer.
Clean your washer interior by mixing 1 cup (250 mL) of chlorine 
bleach and 2 cups (500 mL) of detergent. Pour this mixture into 
your washer and run it through a complete cycle using hot water. 
Repeat this process if necessary.
Remove any hard water deposits using only cleaners labeled as 
washer safe.
Cleaning the liquid fabric softener dispenser (on some 
models):
1. Remove dispenser by grasping top with both hands and 
squeezing, while pushing upward with thumbs.
2. Rinse dispenser under a warm water faucet, then replace it.
NOTE: If your model has a liquid fabric softener dispenser, do not 
wash clothes with this dispenser removed. Do not add detergent 
or bleach to this dispenser; it is for liquid fabric softener only.
Water Inlet Hoses
Replace inlet hoses 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, mark the date of replacement on 
the label with a permanent marker.
Cleaning the Dryer Location
Keep dryer area clear and free from items that would obstruct the 
flow of combustion and ventilation air.
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as 
gasoline, away from dryer.
Do not dry anything that has ever had anything 
flammable on it (even after washing).
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, 
explosion, or fire.
WARNING
Fire Hazard
No washer can completely remove oil.
Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on 
it (including cooking oils).
Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be dried 
on a clothesline or by using an Air Cycle.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death 
or fire.
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as 
gasoline, away from dryer.
Place dryer at least 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor 
for a garage installation.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.