Whirlpool WED8600YW Installation Guide
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- Whirlpool WED8600YW | Installation Guide - Page 1
15 CONNECT INLET HOSES 15 CONNECT VENT 17 LEVEL DRYER 17 COMPLETE INSTALLATION CHECKLIST 18 REVERSE DOOR SWING 18 TROUBLESHOOTING 19 INSTALLATION NOTES Date of purchase Date of installation Installer Model number Serial number Para obtener acceso al manual de uso y cuidado en español - Whirlpool WED8600YW | Installation Guide - Page 2
DRYER SAFETY 2 - Whirlpool WED8600YW | Installation Guide - Page 3
inlet hose Rubber washer Parts package is located in dryer drum. Check that all parts are included. Parts needed: (Not supplied with dryer) Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply and venting. See "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements" before purchasing parts. Mobile home - Whirlpool WED8600YW | Installation Guide - Page 4
dryer door to open fully. DRYER DIMENSIONS Side view with open door dimensions: You will need: ■■ A location allowing for proper exhaust installation. See "Venting Requirements." ■■ A separate 30 amp circuit. ■■ If using power supply cord, a grounded electrical installation and servicing; spacing - Whirlpool WED8600YW | Installation Guide - Page 5
that a qualified electrician determine that the ground path is adequate. Electrical Connection To properly install your dryer, you must determine the type of electrical connection you will be using and follow the instructions provided for it here. Mobile home - Additional installation requirements - Whirlpool WED8600YW | Installation Guide - Page 6
a 3-wire receptacle of NEMA Type 10-30R. INSTALL LEVELING LEGS 1. Prepare dryer for leveling legs If connecting by direct wire: Power supply cable must match the dryer on its legs. Slide the dryer until it is close to its final location. Leave enough room for electrical connection and to - Whirlpool WED8600YW | Installation Guide - Page 7
Neutral ground wire F. Hole below terminal block cover Electrical Connection Options 1. Choose electrical connection type Power supply cord 4-wire receptacle (NEMA Type should have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be in a horizontal position. Do not further tighten strain relief screws at - Whirlpool WED8600YW | Installation Guide - Page 8
(E) from external ground conductor screw (A). Connect remaining wires to outer terminal block screws. Tighten screws. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw. Now, go to - Whirlpool WED8600YW | Installation Guide - Page 9
terminal block screws. Tighten screws. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw. Now, go to "Venting Requirements". Direct Wire B Remove center terminal block screw (B). 2. Connect neutral wire DIRECT WIRE CONNECTION Direct - Whirlpool WED8600YW | Installation Guide - Page 10
block (B). Squeeze hooked ends together and tighten screw. (127 5" mm) 4. Connect ground wire A Direct wire cable must have 5 ft. (1.52 m) of extra length so F dryer may be moved if needed. Strip 5" (127 mm) of outer covering from end of cable, leaving bare ground wire at 5" (127 mm). Cut 11 - Whirlpool WED8600YW | Installation Guide - Page 11
). Squeeze hooked ends together and tighten screws. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw. Now, go to "Venting Requirements". Place hooked end of neutral wire (white or center) (C) of direct wire cable under center terminal - Whirlpool WED8600YW | Installation Guide - Page 12
Do not use plastic or metal foil vent. Rigid metal vent: ■■ Recommended for best drying performance and to avoid crushing and kinking. Flexible metal vent: (Acceptable only if accessible to clean) ■■ Must be fully extended and supported in final dryer location. ■■ Remove excess to avoid sagging and - Whirlpool WED8600YW | Installation Guide - Page 13
joints. ■■ Exhaust vent must not be connected or secured with screws or other fastening devices that extend into interior of duct and catch lint. Do not use duct tape. ■■ Exhaust Cover Kit (to cover unused exhaust holes): Part Number W10186596 - all models ■■ Bottom Exhaust Kit- Part Number 8212503 - Whirlpool WED8600YW | Installation Guide - Page 14
than those specified will: ■■ Shorten life of dryer. ■■ Reduce performance, resulting in longer drying times and increased energy usage. The Vent System Charts provide venting requirements that will help achieve best drying performance. Whirlpool Vent System Chart Number of 90° elbows Type of - Whirlpool WED8600YW | Installation Guide - Page 15
For non-steam models, skip to "Connect Vent" on page 16. The dryer must be connected to the cold water faucet using the new inlet hoses. Do not use old hoses. 1. Turn cold water off, remove and replace rubber washer Turn cold water faucet off and remove washer inlet hose. Check and see if - Whirlpool WED8600YW | Installation Guide - Page 16
turn. NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to the coupling can result. 5. Attach long hose to dryer fill valve and tighten coupling Check that the water faucets are turned on. 7. Check for leaks Check for leaks around "Y" connector, faucets, and hoses. Attach other end of long hose to fill valve - Whirlpool WED8600YW | Installation Guide - Page 17
here Place level here Using a 4" (102 mm) clamp, connect vent to exhaust outlet in dryer. If connecting to existing vent, make sure vent is clean. Dryer vent must fit over dryer exhaust outlet and inside exhaust hood. Check that vent is secured to exhaust hood with a 4" (102 mm) clamp. 2. Move - Whirlpool WED8600YW | Installation Guide - Page 18
first cycle. If you receive an L2 code, there may be a problem with you home power supply keeping the dryer's heater from turning on. See "Troubleshooting". If your Airflow screen reads "Check Vent", your dryer vent may be crushed or blocked. See "Troubleshooting". NOTE: You may notice an odor when - Whirlpool WED8600YW | Installation Guide - Page 19
side of the door. 7. Close door to engage door strike. TROUBLESHOOTING DRYER OPERATION Dryer will not run ■■ Has a household fuse blown, or has a If the problem continues, call an electrician. ■■ Is the correct power supply available? Electric dryers require a 240-volt power supply. Check with a - Whirlpool WED8600YW | Installation Guide - Page 20
breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician. ■■ Is "Check Vent" illuminated on the Airflow screen? This indicator will show the status of airflow through the dryer vent. The Detecting light comes on during the sensing phase at the beginning of a cycle. THe Check Vent light will come on
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Table of Contents
DRYER SAFETY
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2
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
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3
Tools and Parts
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3
LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
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4
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
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5
INSTALL LEVELING LEGS
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
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7
Power Supply Cord Connection
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7
Direct Wire Connection
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9
VENTING
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Venting Requirements
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12
PLAN VENT SYSTEM
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INSTALL VENT SYSTEM
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CONNECT INLET HOSES
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15
CONNECT VENT
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LEVEL DRYER
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17
COMPLETE INSTALLATION CHECKLIST
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18
REVERSE DOOR SWING
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18
TROUBLESHOOTING
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19
INSTALLATION NOTES
Date of purchase:
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Date of installation:
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Installer:
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Model number:
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Serial number:
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Electric Dryer Installation Instructions
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Tenga listo su número de modelo completo. Puede encontrar el número de modelo
y de serie dentro de la cavidad superior de la puerta.