Whirlpool WED5800BW Use & Care Guide - Page 6

CYCLE GUIDE - SENSOR CYCLES Not all cycles and settings are available on all models. Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that cycle. SENSOR CYCLES - Senses moisture in the load or air temperature and shuts off when the load reaches the selected dryness level. Gives the best drying in the shortest time. Drying time varies based on fabric type, load size, and dryness setting. The dryer will default to Normal Dryness Level to save energy. Depending on model, temperature may be selected on cycle knob or be a separate control. Items to dry: Cycle: Drying Dryness Default Temperature*: Level: Time: Available Options: Cycle Details: Heavyweight items towels, jeans Heavy Duty High More Normal Less 50 Damp Dry Signal Use for drying large or heavy items. Evenly Dryness Level dries large or heavy loads. Wrinkle Shield™ No-iron fabrics, cottons, perm press, linens, synthetics Casual Low More Normal Less 35 Damp Dry Signal For normal light- to medium-weight fabrics. Dryness Level Drying time varies based on fabric type, load Wrinkle Shield™ size, and dryness setting. Work clothes, casual Eco Normal wear, mixed cottons, sheets, corduroys Medium More Normal Less 38 Damp Dry Signal Average size loads of medium weight items Dryness Level where improved energy is desired. Wrinkle Shield™ Corduroys, work clothes Normal Medium More Normal Less 40 Damp Dry Signal Medium to large loads of mixed fabrics and Dryness Level items. Wrinkle Shield™ Lingerie, blouses, Delicate washable knit fabrics Extra Low More Normal Less 25 Damp Dry Signal For gently drying delicate items. Dryness Level Wrinkle Shield™ Towels, bedding, children's clothing Santize High More Normal Less 60 Damp Dry Signal Extended high-heat drying cycle intended Dryness Level to help sanitize items such as bedding, Wrinkle Shield™ towels, and baby wear. This cycle is not recommended for all fabrics. For best results, run cycle to completion, do not interrupt. NOTE: If loads do not seem as dry as you would like or are drier than you would like, select More Dry or Less Dry next time you dry a similar load. CYCLE GUIDE - MANUAL CYCLES Not all cycles and settings are available on all models. TIMED DRY - Will run the dryer for the specified time on the control. Depending on model, temperature may be selected on cycle knob or be a separate control. Items to dry: Any load Cycle: Timed Dry Small loads and sportswear (2 to 3 items) Mixed loads Quick Dry Touch Up Rubber, plastic, heat sensitive fabrics Timed Dry Drying Temperature: Any Medium Medium Air Dry Default Time: N/A 15 15 N/A Available Options: Temp Wrinkle Shield™ Time Adjustment Temp Wrinkle Shield™ Time Adjustment Temp Wrinkle Shield™ Time Adjustment Temp Wrinkle Shield™ Time Adjustment Cycle Details: Dries items to a damp level for items that do not require an entire drying cycle. Select a drying temperature based on the fabrics in your load. If you are unsure of the temperature to select for a load, select the lower setting rather than the higher setting. For small loads of 2-3 items. Use to remove wrinkles, including loads left in the dryer too long. Any timed dry cycle/ manual cycle does not sense the load. Use an Air Dry (no heat) setting for foam, rubber, plastic, or heat-sensitive fabrics. Setting the Drying Temperature Select a drying temperature based on the fabrics in your load. If you are unsure of the temperature to select for a load, select the lower setting rather than the higher setting. Temperature Tips If your dryer has multiple heat settings: ■■ A High heat setting may be used for drying heavyweight items such as towels and work clothes. ■■ A Low to Medium heat setting may be used for drying medium-weight items such as sheets, blouses, dresses, underwear, permanent press fabrics, and some knits. ■■ An Extra-Low heat setting may be used for drying lightweight items such as lingerie. ■■ Use an Air Dry (no heat) setting for foam, rubber, plastic, or heat-sensitive fabrics. ■■ Line dry bonded or laminated fabrics. NOTE: If you have questions about drying temperatures for various loads, refer to the care label directions. 6