WHIRLPOOL 7MLGR7646JT1
Owner's Manual

Cleaning the Dryer Interior

TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid the cost of a service call...
Clothes are not drying satisfactorily
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Check the following: Is the lint screen clogged with lint? Is the exhaust vent or outside exhaust hood clogged with lint, restricting air movement? Run the dryer for 5-10 minutes. Hold your hand under the outside exhaust hood to check air movement. If you do not feel air movement, clean exhaust system of lint or replace exhaust vent with heavy metal or flexible metal vent. See your Installation Instructions. Is the exhaust vent crushed or kinked? Replace with heavy metal or flexible metal vent. See your Installation Instructions. Has a fuse blown, or a circuit breaker tripped? Has an air cycle been selected? Select the right cycle for the types of garments being dried. See �Drying, Cycle and Temperature Tips.� Is the valve open on the gas supply line? Are fabric softener sheets blocking the grille? Use only one fabric softener sheet, and use it only once.

Explosion Hazard Use nonflammable cleaner. Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
To clean dryer drum

1. Make a paste with powdered laundry detergent and very warm water. 2. Apply paste to a soft cloth. OR Apply a liquid, non-flammable household cleaner to the stained area and rub with a soft cloth until all excess dye is removed. 3. Wipe drum thoroughly with a damp cloth. 4. Tumble a load of clean cloths or towels to dry drum. NOTE: Garments which contain unstable dyes, such as denim blue jeans or brightly colored cotton items, may discolor the dryer interior. These stains are not harmful to your dryer and will not stain future loads of clothes. Dry unstable dye items inside out to prevent dye transfer.
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Is the dryer located in a room with temperature below 45ºF (7ºC)? Proper operation of dryer cycles requires temperatures above 45ºF (7ºC). Was a cold rinse water used? Was the load very wet? Expect longer drying times with items rinsed in cold water and with items that hold moisture (cottons). Is the load too large and heavy to dry quickly? Separate the load to tumble freely. Dryer will not run

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Removing Accumulated Lint
From Inside the Dryer Cabinet
Lint should be removed every 2 years or more often, depending on dryer usage. Cleaning should be done by a qualified person.
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Check the following: Is the power cord plugged in? Has a fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped? Was a regular fuse used? Use a time-delay fuse. Is the dryer door firmly closed?

From the Exhaust Vent
Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending on dryer usage.

Changing the Drum Light
The dryer light automatically turns on inside the dryer drum when you open the door.

Was the START button firmly pressed? Is a cycle selected? Unusual sounds

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.
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Has the dryer had a period of non-use? If the dryer hasn�t been used for a while, there may be a thumping sound during the first few minutes of operation. The gas valve clicking is a normal operating sound.

3. Turn bulb counterclockwise. Replace the bulb only with a 10watt appliance bulb. Replace the cover and secure with the screw. 4. Plug in dryer or reconnect power.

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