Whirlpool WED9400VE Use and Care Guide
Whirlpool WED9400VE - 7.2 cu. ft. Electric Dryer Manual
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® ® ELECTRONIC ELECTRIC DRYER Use & Care Guide For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-1301 or visit our website at... www.whirlpool.com Table of Contents 2 W10182361A - Whirlpool WED9400VE | Use and Care Guide - Page 2
2 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 3 Tools and Parts 3 Options 4 Location Requirements 4 Electrical Requirements 6 Electrical Connection 8 Venting Requirements 13 Plan Vent System 14 Install Vent System 15 Install Leveling Legs 15 Connect Vent 16 Level Dryer 16 Complete Installation 16 DRYER - Whirlpool WED9400VE | Use and Care Guide - Page 3
Do not install or store the dryer where it will be exposed to the weather. ■ Do not tamper with controls. ■ Do not repair or replace any part of the dryer or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in this Use and Care Guide or in published user-repair instructions that you understand - Whirlpool WED9400VE | Use and Care Guide - Page 4
your DUET® washer and dryer? To do so, you can purchase a Door Reversal and Stack Combination Kit. To order, call the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or refer to the "Assistance or Service" section. Ask for Part Number W10110889. Backguard If you are installing your DUET® washer and dryer - Whirlpool WED9400VE | Use and Care Guide - Page 5
on all sides of the dryer to reduce noise transfer. ■ For closet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation openings in the top and bottom of the door are required. Louvered doors with equivalent ventilation openings are acceptable. ■ Companion appliance spacing should also be considered - Whirlpool WED9400VE | Use and Care Guide - Page 6
cm)(68.6 cm) (2.5 cm) *Required spacing **For side or bottom venting, 0" (0 cm) spacing is allowed. Recommended installation spacing for recessed or closet installation, with stacked washer and dryer The dimensions shown are for the recommended spacing. 48 in.2 * (310 cm2) 3"* (7.6 cm) 24 in - Whirlpool WED9400VE | Use and Care Guide - Page 7
it is recommended 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. ■ If local codes do not permit the - Whirlpool WED9400VE | Use and Care Guide - Page 8
Use a UL listed strain relief. Disconnect power before making electrical connections. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to center terminal (silver). Ground wire ( should have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be in a horizontal position. Do not further tighten strain relief screws at - Whirlpool WED9400VE | Use and Care Guide - Page 9
10-30R) A UL listed, 120/240-volt minimum, 30-amp, dryer power supply cord* 3-wire connection: Power supply cord 3-wire direct 3¹⁄₂" of 3-wire connections. B F A 4. Now complete installation following instructions for your type of electrical connection: 4-wire (recommended) 3-wire (if 4-wire - Whirlpool WED9400VE | Use and Care Guide - Page 10
and place the hooked end (hook facing right) of the neutral wire (white or center wire) of direct wire cable under the center screw of the terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw. 7. You have completed your electrical connection. Now go to "Venting - Whirlpool WED9400VE | Use and Care Guide - Page 11
cm) UL listed strain relief F. Ring terminals G. Neutral (white or center wire) 4. Tighten strain relief screws. 5. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw. 6. You have completed your electrical connection. Now go to "Venting Requirements - Whirlpool WED9400VE | Use and Care Guide - Page 12
colored terminal block screw. 2. Place the hooked end of the neutral wire (white or center wire) of direct wire cable under the center screw of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw. 6. You have completed your electrical connection. Now go to " - Whirlpool WED9400VE | Use and Care Guide - Page 13
supported when the dryer install flexible metal vent in enclosed walls, ceilings or floors. Elbows 45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows. Failure to follow these instructions vent. ■ Review Vent system Whirlpool Parts and Accessories. For more information, see the "Assistance or Service - Whirlpool WED9400VE | Use and Care Guide - Page 14
following kits: 279818 (white) 279820 (black) 279925 (biscuit) 279969 (pewter) 280171 (diamond dust) Contact your local dealer. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, electrical shock, or serious injury. A B C A. Standard rear offset exhaust installation B. Left or right - Whirlpool WED9400VE | Use and Care Guide - Page 15
■ Over-the-Top Installation: Part Number 4396028 ■ Periscope Installation (For use with dryer vent to wall vent mismatch): Part Number 4396037 - 0" (0 cm) to 18" (45.72 cm) mismatch Part Number 4396011 - 18" (45.72 cm) to 29" (73.66 cm) mismatch Part Number 4396014 - 29" (73.66 cm) to 50" (127 cm) - Whirlpool WED9400VE | Use and Care Guide - Page 16
has not tripped. ■ Dryer door is closed. This dryer automatically runs an installation diagnostic routine at the start of its first cycle. If you receive an L2 code, there may be a problem with your home power supply keeping the dryer's heater from turning on. See "Troubleshooting." If you receive - Whirlpool WED9400VE | Use and Care Guide - Page 17
risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance. This manual covers several different models. Your dryer may not have all of the cycles and features described. The following is a guide to starting your dryer. Please refer to - Whirlpool WED9400VE | Use and Care Guide - Page 18
care. To use a Manual Cycle NOTE: A light Dryer To stop your dryer at any time Press PAUSE/CANCEL twice or open the door. Pausing or Restarting To pause the dryer at any time Open the door or press PAUSE/CANCEL once. To restart the dryer Close the door instructions. ■ Remove the load from the dryer - Whirlpool WED9400VE | Use and Care Guide - Page 19
or Manual Preset Cycle Settings chart (in the "Cycles" section) for a guide to light will turn off and the dryer will shut down. ■ In a Manual Cycle, if a wet item is with manual cycles. Cool Down The Cool Down light glows during the cool down part of this cycle to get Low heat for drying no-iron fabrics - Whirlpool WED9400VE | Use and Care Guide - Page 20
not running, the drum light will turn on when DRUM LIGHT is pressed or the dryer door is opened, and it will remain on until the dryer door has been open for 20 minutes, the dryer door is closed or DRUM LIGHT is pressed again. Press DRUM LIGHT at any time to turn the drum light - Whirlpool WED9400VE | Use and Care Guide - Page 21
open the door to stop the dryer, rearrange the load inside the dryer, close the door and restart the dryer to rack, you may be able to purchase one for your model. To find out whether your model allows drying rack usage and for information on ordering, please refer to the front page of the manual - Whirlpool WED9400VE | Use and Care Guide - Page 22
screen. 1. Open dryer door. A A. Front edge 2. Place drying rack inside dryer drum, positioning the back wire on the ledge of the inner dryer back panel. Push down on front edge of drying rack to secure over the lint screen. B Rack Dry Setting Temp. Time* Wool Sweaters Timed Low 60 Block to - Whirlpool WED9400VE | Use and Care Guide - Page 23
Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all parts and panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. 1. Disconnect power. 2. Disconnect wiring. 3. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base. 4. Use masking tape to secure dryer door. Changing the Drum - Whirlpool WED9400VE | Use and Care Guide - Page 24
TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) to possibly avoid the cost of a service call... In U.S.A. www.whirlpool.com/help - In Canada www.whirlpool.ca Dryer Operation Dryer will not run Dryer displaying code - Whirlpool WED9400VE | Use and Care Guide - Page 25
ventilation openings at the top and bottom of the door. The front of the dryer requires a minimum of 1" (2.5 cm) of airspace, and, for most installations, the rear of the dryer requires 5" (12.7 cm). See the Installation Instructions. WARNING ■ Has the Air Only temperature setting been selected - Whirlpool WED9400VE | Use and Care Guide - Page 26
appliances ■ Installation information ■ Use and maintenance procedures ■ Accessory and repair parts sales ■ Specialized customer assistance (Spanish speaking, hearing impaired, limited vision, etc.) ■ Referrals to local dealers, repair parts distributors, and service companies Whirlpool designated - Whirlpool WED9400VE | Use and Care Guide - Page 27
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area where service by an authorized Whirlpool servicer is not available. 10. The removal and reinstallation of your major appliance if it is installed in an inaccessible location or is not installed in accordance with published installation instructions. 11. Major appliances with original model
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ELECTRONIC
ELECTRIC DRYER
Use & Care Guide
For questions about features, operation/performance, parts,
accessories or service, call:
1-800-253-1301
or visit our website at...
www.whirlpool.com
Table of Contents
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