Whirlpool WED7300XW Owners Manual - Page 11

Vacation, Storage, and Moving Care Install and store your dryer where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in the hoses, freezing can damage your dryer. If storing or moving your dryer during freezing weather, winterize it. Vacation or Storage Care Operate your dryer only when you are at home. If you will be on vacation or not using your dryer for an extended period of time, you should: 1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. Gas Models: Close shutoff valve in gas supply line. 3. Clean lint screen. See "Cleaning the Lint Screen." 4. Steam Models Only: Turn off the water supply to the dryer. This helps to avoid unintended flooding (due to a water pressure surge) while you are away. Moving care For power supply cord-connected dryers: 1. Unplug the power supply cord. 2. Steam models only: Shut off water faucet. 3. Steam models only: Disconnect the water inlet hose from faucet, then drain the hose. Transport hose separately. 4. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base. 5. Use masking tape to secure dryer door. For direct-wired dryers: WARNING Special Instructions for Steam Models Water Inlet Hoses Replace inlet hoses and hose screen 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, record the date of replacement. To winterize dryer 1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. Shut off water faucet. 3. Disconnect water inlet hose from faucet and drain. To use dryer again 1. Flush water pipes. Reconnect water inlet hose to faucet. Turn on water faucet. 2. Plug in dryer or reconnect power. Changing the Drum Light The dryer light automatically turns on inside the dryer drum when you open the door. To change the drum light 1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. Open the dryer door. Locate the light bulb cover on the back wall of the dryer. Remove the screw located in the lower right corner of the cover. Remove the cover. Electrical Shock Hazard 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. Steam models only: Shut off water faucet. 4. Steam models only: Disconnect the water inlet hose from faucet, then drain the hose. Transport hose separately. 5. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base. 6. Use masking tape to secure dryer door. Reinstalling the dryer Follow the "Installation Instructions" to locate, level, and connect the dryer. 3. Turn bulb counterclockwise. Replace the bulb with a 10-watt appliance bulb only. Replace the cover and secure with the screw. 4. Plug in dryer or reconnect power. NOTE: On some models, an LED drum light is used. The LED lights should not require changing; however, if replacement is needed, please contact a qualified person. 11