Whirlpool 8578901 Clothes Dryer User Manual


 
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Manual Preset Cycle Settings
*The Timed Dry cycle will default to the last temperature used for
Timed Dry.
Additional Features
WRINKLE SHIELD Feature
The WRINKLE SHIELD feature helps smooth out wrinkles that
form when you cannot unload the dryer promptly at the end of a
cycle. During this option, the dryer stops tumbling and then
tumbles again for a brief period.
Press the WRINKLE SHIELD feature to get up to
90 minutes of heat-free, periodic tumbling at the end of a
cycle.
During the WRINKLE SHIELD feature, you may continue
the option after opening and closing the dryer door by
pushing START.
Cancel at any time by pressing the WRINKLE SHIELD
feature button.
NOTE: If you do not select the WRINKLE SHIELD feature, the
dryer stops after the cool down period.
Temperature
Temperature settings are used with the Manual Cycles. Press
TEMP ADJUST until the desired temperature setting illuminates.
Temperature modifiers cannot be used with the Auto Cycles.
Air Only
Use the Air Only modifier for items that require drying without
heat such as rubber, plastic and heat-sensitive fabrics. This chart
shows examples of items that can be dried using Air Only.
*Reset time to complete drying, if needed.
When using Air Only
Check that coverings are securely stitched.
Shake and fluff pillows by hand periodically during the cycle.
Dry item completely. Foam rubber pillows are slow to dry.
NOTE: Auto Cycles are not available when you are using the Air
Only setting.
End of Cycle Signal
The End of Cycle Signal produces an audible sound when the
drying cycle is finished. Promptly removing clothes at the end of
the cycle reduces wrinkling.
Press and release the END OF CYCLE SIGNAL to turn off the
signal.
Hold the END OF CYCLE SIGNAL for 3 seconds to lock or unlock
this control.
NOTE: When the WRINKLE SHIELD feature is selected and the
End of Cycle Signal is on, an audible sound will be emitted every
5 minutes until the clothes are removed, or the WRINKLE
SHIELD feature is finished.
Changing Cycles, Options and Modifiers
You can change Auto Cycles, Timed Cycles, Modifiers and
Options anytime before pressing Start.
Three short tones sound if an unavailable combination is
selected. The last selection will not be accepted.
Changing Cycles after pressing Start
1. Press STOP twice. This ends the current cycle.
2. Select the desired cycle and options.
3. Press and hold START. The dryer starts at the beginning of
the new cycle.
NOTE: If you do not press Start within 5 minutes of selecting the
cycle, the dryer automatically shuts off.
Changing Modifiers and Options after pressing Start
You can change a Modifier or Option anytime before the selected
Modifier or Option begins.
1. Press STOP once.
2. Select the new Modifier and/or Option.
3. Press and hold START to continue the cycle.
NOTE: If you happen to press Stop twice, the program clears and
your dryer shuts down. Restart the selection process.
Manual Cycles
Load Type
Temp. Default Time
(Minutes)
TIMED DRY
Heavyweight, bulky items,
bedspreads, work clothes
High* 40
QUICK DRY
Small loads
Medium 27
TOUCH UP
Helps smooth out wrinkles
Medium 20
Type of Load Time*
(Minutes)
Foam rubber - pillows, padded bras, stuffed toys 20 - 30
Plastic - Shower curtains, tablecloths 20 - 30
Rubber-backed rugs 40 - 50
Olefin, polypropylene, sheer nylon 10 - 20