User manual WHIRLPOOL 8578179

[. . . ] ® WASHER/DRYER USER INSTRUCTIONS Table of Contents ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Assistance or Service If you need assistance or service, first see the "Troubleshooting" section. Additional help is available by calling our Customer Interaction Center at 1-800-253-1301 from anywhere in the U. S. A. , or write: Whirlpool Corporation Customer Interaction Center 553 Benson Road Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692 Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence. To order parts and accessories, call 1-800-442-9991 or visit our website at www. whirlpool. com. [. . . ] Doing so can cause overheating and damage to both the dryer and fabrics. s If lint falls off the screen into the dryer during removal, check the exhaust hood and remove the lint. Every Load Cleaning 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. Style 1: 1. Separate the cover and the screen by squeezing the screen and pulling on the cover at the same time. Put the lint screen and cover back together and push firmly back into place. Replace screen in dryer. 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. 6 Cleaning the Dryer Interior 1. Apply a non-flammable household cleaner to the stained area of the drum and rub with a soft cloth until stain is removed. NOTE: Garments which 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 prevent dye transfer. Non-use or vacation care Operate your washer/dryer only when you are at home. If you will be on vacation or not using your washer/dryer for an extended period of time, you should: s Unplug washer/dryer or disconnect power. s Turn off the water supply to the washer. This helps avoid accidental flooding (due to a water pressure surge) while you are away. To transport the washer/dryer Removing Accumulated Lint From Inside the Dryer Cabinet Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending on dryer usage. From Inside the Exhaust Vent Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending on dryer usage. Moving & Storage Install and store your washer/dryer where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in the hoses, freezing can damage your washer/dryer. If storing or moving your washer/dryer during freezing weather, winterize it. Run washer on a drain and spin setting for about 30 seconds to mix the antifreeze and water. Run the washer through a complete cycle with 1 cup (250 mL) of detergent to clean out antifreeze. 1. If washer/dryer will be moved during freezing weather, put in a qt (1 L) of R. V. -type antifreeze in the basket. [. . . ] Expect longer drying times with items rinsed in cold water and with items that hold moisture (cottons). Separate the load to tumble freely. s s Check the following: Were zippers, snaps, and hooks left open?Were items damaged before drying? s 10 Notes 11 WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION MAJOR APPLIANCE WARRANTY ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation or Whirlpool Canada LP (hereafter "Whirlpool") will pay for FSP® replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service calls to correct the installation of your major appliance, to instruct you how to use your major appliance, to replace or repair house fuses or to correct house wiring or plumbing. [. . . ]