Whirlpool W11708005B Electric Dryer User Guide
- September 11, 2024
- Whirlpool
Table of Contents
Whirlpool W11708005B Electric Dryer
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
Fire Hazard
- No washer can completely remove oil.
- Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on it (including cooking oils).
- Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be dried on a clothesline or by using an Air Cycle.
- Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire.
Explosion Hazard
- Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from the dryer.
- Do not dry anything that has ever had anything flammable on it (even after washing).
- Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, explosion, or fire.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, located in your appliance’s Owner’s Manual, before operating this appliance.
Button Descriptions
1.POWER/CANCEL
Touch to turn the dryer on and off. Touch to stop/cancel a cycle at any time.
2.START/PAUSE
Touch and hold until LED counts down “3-2-1” and the dryer starts; then let go
to start a cycle, or touch once while a cycle is in process to pause it.
3.MODIFIERS
Use to select available modifiers for your dryer. Not all cycles and options
are available on all models. See the online “Cycle Guide” for details.
Temp
When using Timed Dry/Quick Cycle, you may select a dry temperature based on
the type of load you are drying. Use the warmest setting that is acceptable
for the garments in the load. Follow garment label instructions.
NOTE: Automatic Cycles will give you up to 4 temperatures to adjust, depending on the selections that have been made.
Drying Levels
You may adjust the Dryness on Automatic Cycles (except for the Sanitize cycle)
if desired.
NOTE: Dryness is for use with Automatic Cycles only.
More Time/Less Time
Touch More Time or Less Time with Timed Dry/Quick Dry Cycles to increase or
decrease the length of the cycle.
4.OPTIONS
Use to select available options for your dryer . Not all cycles and options
are available on all models.
Wrinkle Shield™ Option
If you will be unable to remove a load immediately , touch Wrinkle Shield ™ to
add up to 150 minutes of periodic tumbling to help reduce wrinkling.
NOTE: If you open the dryer door prior to the end of the Wrinkle Shield ™ option, the dryer will pause.
Cycle Signal
Use this to turn the signal indicating the end of a drying cycle to low ,
medium, high, or off. The volume you select here will also be applied to the
Damp Dry Signal.
NOTE: Y ou may also turn of f the tones that sound when a feature, setting, or option is touched. T ouch and hold Cycle Signal for about 3 seconds to turn sounds to low , medium, high, or off.
Damp Dry Signal
Touch to select the Damp Dry Signal on or off. When selected, a series of
beeps will sound when the load is damp, but not completely dry . This will
allow you to take clothes out of the load that do not need to dry completely .
The Damp Dry Signal is selected as a default for the Bulky Items cycles, as a
reminder to manually reposition bulky loads midway through the cycle. This
option is not available for all cycles. See the online “Cycle Guide” for
details.
Not all features, cycles, and options are available on all models. Appearance may vary.
NOTE: The control panel features a sensitive surface that responds to a light touch of your finger. To ensure your selections are registered, touch the control panel with your fingertip, not your fingernail. When selecting a setting or option, simply touch its name.
Control Lock
Use this option to lock the controls of the dryer and avoid an accidental
unintended change in cycle options or preferences during a drying cycle. Touch
and hold the Control Lock or Damp Dry Signal (depending on the model) for 3
seconds to lock or unlock the controls of the dryer. During this time, the LED
Display will count down “3-2-1.” Once the controls are locked, the LED Display
will display “Loc.”
NOTE: The Control Lock function may be enabled when recovering from a power failure. To unlock the control, touch and hold the Control Lock or Damp Dry Signal (depending on the model) for at least 3 seconds.
EcoBoost™™ Option
The EcoBoost™ option will default on only for the Regular/Normal cycle and is
only available on that cycle. This option allows you to increase your energy
savings by using a slightly lower heat level. The EcoBoost™ option will
increase drying times by approximately 40 minutes, which will be reflected on
the LED display. If optimal time is desired, touch ECOBOOST to turn off this
option.
5.LED DISPLAY
When you select a cycle, its default settings will light up and the estimated
time remaining (for Automatic Cycles) will vary depending on selections, or
the actual time remaining for Timed Dry cycles (for Manual Cycles) will be
displayed.
CYCLE STATUS
The Cycle Status indicators show the progress of a cycle. Not all indicators
are available on all models.
Wet
The load is still wet and/or the cycle just started.
Cool Down
The dryer has finished drying with heat and is now tumbling the load without
heat to cool it down and reduce wrinkling.
Check Vent
The Check Vent indicator is a feature available for Automatic Cycles only.
This indicator will show the status of airflow through the dryer and the dryer
vent system for the dryer’s life. During the sensing phase at the beginning of
the cycle, the Check Vent light will come on if a blocked vent or low airflow
issue is detected. This light will stay on for the entire cycle. Should the
Check Vent light illuminate, refer to the online “Troubleshooting” section for
potential solutions to the issue. The light will be cleared upon completion of
the cycle, touching Power, or opening the door. The Check Vent light will
continue to illuminate during the cycle unless the root cause is resolved.
- NOTE: The dryer will continue to operate even while the indicator is lit, but poor airflow can impact dry times and overall performance. See “Check Your Vent System for Good Airflow” in the Owner’s Manual.
- NOTE: If there are other error issues during a cycle, the Check Vent indicator will not light up. See the online “Troubleshooting” section.
End
This will indicate that the selected cycle has ended and the load may be
removed from the dryer. If the Wrinkle Shield™ Option has been selected, the
dryer may continue to tumble the load, even if “End” is displayed.
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Step 1. Clean Lint Screen
Step 2. Load Clothes; then Close Dthe or
Step 3. Power On/Cancel
Step 4. Select Cycle and Settings
Step 5. Press Start/Pause
Cycle Guide
This dryer has a unique user interface to help you select the best cycle you
need for your load. The controls layout guides you to the optimal cycle in two
easy steps: First, determine what items are in the load that you are trying to
dry. Use that to guide your selection. Then determine how you want the dryer
to dry them and select the appropriate selection. Modifiers are preset for the
items being dried but can be changed if desired. To get the most energy
savings and enhanced fabric care from your dryer, use the Automatic cycles.
These cycles measure the drying air temperature and moisture levels to turn
the dryer off once the load reaches the selected dryness level. Dryer
performance and results may vary with a service voltage of less than 240.
Items to Dry: | Cycle: | Dryness Level: | Description: |
---|---|---|---|
Baby clothes, Blankets, Cotton undergarments, Colored napkins | Regular Bulky |
Items White Sheets
Colors
| Normal| The automatic Sensor cycle stops when the dryness level is reached.
See the online “Cycle Guide” for details.
NOTE: These clothes dryer’s Government energy certifications were based on the Low Heat. Normal Cycle, EcoBoost Defaulted ON, Highest Temperature, and Normal Dryness Level. The as-shipped defaults of Low Heat Normal, EcoBoost ON, Medium Temperature, and Wrinkle Shield Off were used. Cycles that are available for post-sale download may use more energy than the Low Heat Normal cycle, upon which the energy use rating of this dryer is based.
Online Ordering Information
For detailed installation instructions and maintenance information, winter storage, and transportation tips, please see the Owner’s Manual included with your machine. For information on any of the following items, a full cycle guide, warranty, detailed product dimensions, or for complete instructions for use and installation, please visit www.whirlpool.com/owners, or in Canada www.whirlpool.ca/owners. This may save you the cost of a service call.
However, if you need to contact us, use the information listed below for the appropriate region.
- United States: 1–866–698–2538 Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances Customer eXperience Center 553 Benson Road Benton Harbor, MI 49022–2692
- IMPORTANT: Retain this guide for future use.
- Canada: 1–800–807–6777 Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances Customer eXperience Centre 200–6750 Century Ave. Mississauga, Ontario L5N 0B7
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