Whirlpool TEDS680E manual

MODELS TEDX640E TEDS680E 3406074A 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 ........................9 Selecting a cycle and temperature setting .......................[...]

2 A N OTE TO Y OU Thank you for buying an EST A TE ® appliance. Your ESTATE dryer gives you all the functionality of name brand appliances at a value price. 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[...]

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 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 reaction that coul[...]

5 Fabric/Temperature selector* (p. 8) Start button/End of cycle signal selector* (p. 9) Lint screen (p. 14) P ARTS A ND F EA TURES The drawings in this book may vary from your dryer model. They ar e designed to show the differ ent features of all models cover ed by this book. Y our model may not include all features. Cycle control knob (pp. 8-11) M[...]

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 CHECKING YOUR VENT 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 atta[...]

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 recommended cycle for the type of load being dried, as described on pages 10-12. [...]

9 S T ARTING Y OUR DR YER ( CONT . ) USING YOUR DR YER Stopping and restarting your dryer 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 [...]

10 USING YOUR DR YER C YCLE DESCRIPTIONS The following pages describe the cycles on your dryer. Refer to these pages for help in selecting drying cycles and temperatures. 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 and tumbling stops. • Dry most loads using th[...]

11 M ODEL TEDS 680 E Auto Sense Drying (Automatic cycle) The Auto Sense Drying cycle uses the Energy Preferred Automatic Setting ( * ). Use this cycle for drying heavyweight and mediumweight: • Cotton items, such as towels, linens, bed- spreads, work clothes, blue jeans, and corduroys. Set your Fabric/Temp selector to Cotton/Perm Press, High. •[...]

12 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 [...]

13 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 [...]

14 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[...]

15 CARING FOR YOUR DR YER L INT SIGNAL On some models, there may be a lint signal (a whistle tone) which indicates exces- sive lint is present on your lint screen or it has a residue buildup. See page 14. A full lint screen restricts airflow and reduces drying efficiency. When you hear the signal, stop the dryer and clean the lint screen. NOTE: Cle[...]

16 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. See instructions below to change your drum light. 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 bul[...]

17 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[...]

18 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[...]

19 A SSIST ANCE OR S ERVICE I F Y OU NEED ASSIST ANCE OR SERVICE Call the Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center toll free at 1-800-253-1301. Our con- sultants are available to assist you. When calling: Please know the purchase date, and the complete model and serial number of your appliance (see “A Note To You”). This information will help us be[...]

WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FSP ® replacement 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 ONE-YEAR WARRANTY FROM DATE OF PURCHASE EST A TE ® DR YER W ARRANTY WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DA[...]