Kirkland Signature 3406079 manual

3406079 Electric and Gas Dryers A Note to Y ou ..................2 Dryer Safety ..................3 Parts and Features ........5 Checking Y our V ent ........6 Using Y our Dryer ............8 Starting your dryer........8 Loading ......................10 Selecting a cycle and temperature setting ........................10 No Heat Fluff cycle ....13 [...]

2 A N OTE TO Y OU Thank you for buying a Kirkland Signature™ appliance by Whirlpool Corporation. To ensure that you enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It is full of valuable information about how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely. Please read it carefully. Also, please complete an[...]

3 D R YER S AFETY You will be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions. You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions. Y our safety and the safety of others is very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messag[...]

4 D R YER S AFETY WARNING: T o reduce the risk of fir e, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the dryer , follow basic precautions, including the following: • Read all instructions before using the dryer . • Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer . Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a chemical re[...]

5 Temperature selector* (p. 8) Start button/ Cycle Signal selector* (p. 9) Lint screen (p. 15) P ARTS AND FEA TURES The drawings in this book may vary from your dryer model. They ar e designed to show the differ ent featur es of all models covered by this book. Y our model may not include all featur es. Cycle control knob (pp. 8-14) Model and seria[...]

6 C HECKING Y OUR V ENT If the dryer is not properly installed and vented, it will not be covered under the warranty. NOTE: Service calls caused by improper venting will be paid for by the customer, whether it was a paid installation or self-installed. For paid installation, call the company that installed the vent for adjustment. 1. Do not use pla[...]

7 V ENTING ( CONT . ) 6. Clean exhaust vent periodically, depending on use, but at least every 2 years, or when installing your dryer in a new location. • Disconnect vent from the dryer and clean one section at a time until you reach the exhaust hood. • Use the hose attach- ment on your vacuum, or a pole or wire with a feather duster or rag att[...]

8 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 recom- mended cycle for the type of load being dried, as described on pages 11-13[...]

9 5. (OPTIONAL STEP) On some models, the Cycle Signal selector is part of the Start button. Set the Cycle Signal selector to On if you want the dryer to sound a signal when a cycle is finished. The sig- nal is helpful when you are drying permanent press, synthetics, and other items that should be removed from the dryer as soon as it stops. 6. Push [...]

10 USING YOUR DR YER S ELECTING A CYCLE AND TEMPERA TURE SETTING The following pages describe the drying cycles on your dryer. The descriptions include suggested temperature settings and drying times for various loads. The Cycle Control knob does not move until the load is almost dry. After the cool-down, the knob automatically turns to an Off area[...]

11 USING YOUR DR YER M ODELS SED X 600 H , SGD X 600 H Automatic Dry The Automatic Dry cycle uses the Energy Preferred Automatic Setting ( * ). Use this high heat cycle for drying heavyweight and mediumweight: • Cotton items, such as towels, linens, bedspreads, work clothes, blue jeans, and corduroys. • Permanent Press, synthetics, and blends, [...]

12 M ODELS SEDS 800 H , SGDS 800 H Automatic Dry The Automatic Dry cycle uses the Energy Preferred Automatic Setting ( * ). Use this cycle for drying heavyweight and medium-weight: • Cotton items, such as towels, linens, bedspreads, work clothes, blue jeans, and corduroys. Set your Temperature selector to High/Heavy. • Permanent Press, syntheti[...]

13 N O HEA T FLUFF CYCLE USING YOUR DR YER The chart below includes examples of items that require drying without heat. Use the No Heat Fluff cycle, or place the items on a line or rack to air dry. RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE FABRICS Foam Rubber – Pillows, padded bras, stuffed toys • Make sure coverings are securely stitched. • Shake and [...]

14 U SING THE DR YING RACK USING YOUR DR YER Your dryer may include a drying rack. If your model doesn’t include one, you can order a drying rack by calling 1-800-253-1301 , from anywhere in the U.S.A. You will hear a recording. Follow the instructions to place an order. The drying rack lets you dry items without tumbling them. The rack does not [...]

15 C LEANING THE LINT SCREEN C ARING FOR Y OUR D R YER Every load cleaning The lint screen is located under a lid on top of the dryer. Clean it before starting each load. A screen blocked by lint can increase drying time. To clean: 1. Open the lid and pull the lint screen towards you. As needed cleaning Laundry detergents and fabric softeners can c[...]

16 R EMOVING ACCUMULA TED LINT FROM INSIDE THE DR YER CABINET Lint can gather inside the dryer and be a fuel for fire. Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending on dryer usage. Cleaning should be done by a qualified person. CARING FOR YOUR DR YER C LEANING THE DR YER INTERIOR Garments which contain unstable dyes, such as denim [...]

17 C HANGING THE DRUM LIGHT CARING FOR YOUR DR YER The dryer light automatically turns on inside the dryer drum when you open the door. T o change drum light: 1. Unplug the dryer or disconnect the electricity leading to the dryer at the main power supply. 2. Open the dryer door. Remove the light bulb cover from the back wall of the dryer by removin[...]

18 T ROUBLESHOOTING C OMMON DR YING PROBLEMS PROBLEM Not drying satisfactorily Dryer will not run CAUSE • Lint screen is clogged with lint. • Restricted air movement. Exhaust vent or outside exhaust hood is clogged with lint. • Exhaust vent is crushed or kinked. • One fuse is blown or circuit breaker is tripped. The dryer will appear to ope[...]

19 TROUBLESHOOTING C OMMON DR YING PROBLEMS (CONT.) PROBLEM Lint in load Stains on load Items shrinking Loads are wrinkled Odors Unusual sounds CAUSE • Lint screen is clogged. • Improper sorting. • Load is too big or heavy. • Load is overdried. • Paper or tissue in pockets. • Pilling being mistaken for lint. • Improper use of fabric s[...]

20 A SSIST ANCE OR S ERVICE I F YO U NEED ASSIST ANCE OR SERVICE I F YO U NEED REPLACEMENT P ARTS F OR FURTHER ASSIST ANCE Call the Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center toll free at 1-800-253-1301. Consultants are available to assist you. When calling: Please know the purchase date, and the complete model and serial number of your appliance (see th[...]

21 NOTES[...]

WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION WILL PAY FOR Factory Specified Parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a Whirlpool designated service company. LENGTH OF WARRANTY FULL TWO-YEAR WARRANTY FROM DATE OF PURCHASE WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION WILL NOT PAY FOR A. Service calls to: 1. Correct the installation of you[...]