Whirlpool W10097012A, Use And Care Manual

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CHECK YOUR VENT SYSTEM FOR GOOD AIR FLOW

Maintain good air flow by:

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Cleaning your lint screen before each load.

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Replace plastic or foil vent material with 4" (102 mm)  

diameter heavy, rigid vent material. 

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Use the shortest length of vent possible. 

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Use no more than four 90° elbows in a vent system;  

each bend and curve reduces air flow.

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Remove lint and debris from the exhaust hood.

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Remove lint from the entire length of the vent system at 

least every 2 years. When cleaning is complete, be sure 

to follow the Installation Instructions supplied with your 

dryer for final product check.

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Clear away items from the front the dryer.

Good Air Flow

Along with heat, dryers require good air flow to efficiently 

dry laundry. Proper venting will reduce your drying  

times and improve your energy savings. See Installation  

Instructions.
The venting system attached to the dryer plays a big role in 

good air flow.
Service calls caused by improper venting are not covered 

by the warranty and will be paid by the customer, regardless 

of who installed the dryer.

Use Automatic cycles for Better Fabric Care and Energy Savings

Use the Automatic Cycles to provide the most energy savings and enhanced fabric care from the dryer. During Automatic Cycles,  

drying air temperature and moisture level are sensed in the load. This sensing occurs throughout the drying cycle and the dryer shuts 

off when the load reaches the selected dryness. With Timed Dry, the dryer runs the amount of time set and sometimes results in 

shrinkage, wrinkling, and static due to over-drying. Use Timed Dry for the occasional damp load that needs a little more drying time  

or when using the drying rack.

WARNING

Fire Hazard

Use a heavy metal vent.
Do not use a plastic vent.
Do not use a metal foil vent.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death 

or fire.