While some cycles ran a bit warm, the Whirlpool WED8500BW (MSRP $999) produced consistently dry clothes at the end of every sensor-based cycle. Traditional, functional, highly usable.Aside from the number of cycles available, the 8500 is visually identical to the steam-free: The white, glossy finish gives it a clean look that should fit well in most laundry rooms.
The black indentation on the door doesn’t add much in terms of practicality, but it does add some visual flair.Though the gray control panel is quite reflective, the white text with blue and green highlights popped out enough for us to be able to read it without a problem. Consumers with poorly lit laundry rooms or less-than-perfect eyesight may have to do some squinting to read everything, however. In terms of usability, there’s not a thing wrong with this machine. The door opens and shuts without a fuss, and the lint trap’s mesh is quite firm, making it easy to clean.
Buttons on the control panel have just enough give to make them satisfyingly responsive, while the cycle knob turns smoothly without feeling flimsy. On the whole, this is a very accessible machine. A bit warm, but with strong results.With an average run time of one hour and five minutes, the Whirlpool’s Normal cycle took a little longer than average. Between the long time and high peak temperatures of 151.2ºF, Normal is actually the least effective cycle we tested. That said, it still got clothes completely dry; you’ll just want to make sure you don’t use this on any fragile fabrics.Delicates also got a bit warm: peak temperatures got up to 138.2ºF, definitely warmer than ideal. On the other hand, this cycle only took about 57 minutes, which—unlike Normal—is shorter than average.
With 99 percent of the excess water taken out of our clothes, that leaves just a smidge of moisture behind, helpful for ironing. Bulky triumphantAfter just 13 minutes and reaching temperatures of 116.5ºF, the Whirlpool’s Quick Dry cycle got our four-pound test load 51 percent dry.
At first glance, that may not sound so great, but consider that this cycle is meant for loads about half the size of ours. Leave a full load in longer, or dry fewer clothes, either way you’ve got yourself an effective quick cycle.The most impressive cycle tested? Easy: the Bulky Items setting. In just one hour and 15 minutes, and with temperatures reaching 145.8ºF, our large test comforter had 83 percent of its excess moisture removed. While that’s not perfect, it’s far above average.
What’s more, we dry our comforter without taking it out and flipping it around halfway through—the procedure recommended in the manual and ignored by most consumers. Great end results, but a little too much heat.As was the case with the other dryers in this series, the four cycles that we tested all gave us nearly perfect results. Normal and Delicate got things completely dry, but ran a touch too warm. Quick Dry only got out half of the excess moisture we added to our four-pound test load, but keep in mind that Whirlpool says this cycle was designed for loads half as large as what our standardized test requires. While Bulky failed to remove all excess water, it got out more than most machines we test. The lengthy list of available cycles was what really impressed us about the 8500. While there were no steam-specific features, the steam hookup did allow for the inclusion of the Enhanced Touch Up cycle, which—you guessed it—uses steam to remove wrinkles and light odors.
The rest of the cycle list covered all the standard bases, and also had specific cycles meant for active wear and sheets, as well as a sanitize option.Otherwise, in terms of features, the 8500 did nothing to improve over its cheaper sibling, the 8100. That’s not necessarily a bad thing, though: four dryness levels and five temperatures settings will give you plenty of control over your laundry. A set of three features—damp dry signal, EcoBoost, and wrinkle shield—are pretty standard.For in-depth performance information, please visit the. A balancing act of price, performance, and perks.True, Whirlpool’s WED8500BW electric dryer didn’t offer substantially better drying performance than its cheaper 8100 counterpart, or even the cheapest model in the series, the.
By that same token, however, the $999 MSRP isn’t substantially more money to spend to get more cycles and the addition of steam. With most retailers offering this machine for about $800, it’s a versatile appliance that offers a few extra perks for not much more money.
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WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION assumes no responsibility for any repairs made on our products by anyone other than authorized In-Home Service Professionals. Copyright © 2006, Whirlpool Corporation, Benton Harbor, MI 49022.TABLE OF CONTENTS Page GENERAL. 1-1 Dryer Safety.Page DIAGNOSTICS & TROUBLESHOOTING.6-1 Electric Dryers.GENERAL DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER DESIGNATIONS MODEL NUMBER MODEL NUMBER 00 S W BRAND W = Whirlpool E = Estate R = Roper I = Inglis ACCESS / FUEL T = Top Load G = Gas F = Front Load H = Horizontal.MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER LABEL & TECH SHEET LOCATIONS The Model/Serial Number Label and Tech Sheet locations are shown below.
Tech Sheet Location (Access Under Console) Model/Serial Number Location.SPECIFICATIONS MODEL NUMBERS ELECTRIC WED6200SW WED6400SW, G, B WGD6200SW WGD6400SW, G, B PRIMARY FEATURES CAPACITY (CU. FT.) CAPACITY Super Capacity Plus Super Capacity Plus # OF CYCLES HEAVY DUTY NORMAL CASUAL DELICATE TIMED DRY QUICK DRY TOUCH UP DAMP DRY SIGNAL TEMPERATURE SETTINGS HIGH 155 ±5°F (68.3°C).INSTALLATION INFORMATION INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Parts supplied: TOOLS AND PARTS Remove parts package from dryer drum. Gather the required tools and parts before Check that all parts were included. Starting installation. Read and follow the in- structions provided with any tools listed here.
Electric Models.LOCATION REQUIREMENTS INSTALLATION CLEARANCES The location must be large enough to allow WARNING the dryer door to open fully. Dryer Dimensions 43 ½' (110.5 cm) Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer. 5cm).29 ¼'. Additional spacing is required if you ex- Mobile Home - Additional Installation Re- haust out the rear of the dryer to either the quirements right or left side. This dryer is suitable for mobile home instal- lations. The installation must conform to the 3'.
(7.6 cm) 14'.ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS -. This dryer is manufactured ready to install with a 3-wire electrical supply connection.
ONLY The neutral ground wire is permanently Electric Models Only connected to the neutral conductor (white wire) within the dryer. If the dryer is installed It is your responsibility with a 4-wire electrical supply connection,.If your outlet looks like this: GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS. For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, ground- 4-wire receptacle (14-30R) ing will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for Then choose a 4-wire power supply cord with ring or spade terminals and UL listed strain electric current.ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS -.
Do not use an extension cord. CANADA ONLY.
If you are using a replacement power sup- ply cord, it is recommended that you use Electric Models Only Power Supply Cord Replacement Part WARNING Number 3394208. For further information, please reference the service numbers lo- cated in the “Assistance or Service”.ELECTRICAL CONNECTION - DIRECT WIRE U.S.A.
ONLY WARNING POWER SUPPLY CORD WARNING Fire Hazard Use 10 gauge solid copper wire. Use a UL listed strain relief. Fire Hazard Disconnect power before making Use a new UL listed 30 amp power electrical connections. Put power supply cord through the strain. Put direct wire cable through the strain re- relief. Be sure that the wire insulation on lief. The strain relief should have a tight fit the power supply cord is inside the strain with the dryer cabinet and be in a horizontal relief.4-wire connection: Power supply cord Connect ground wire (green or bare) of power supply cord to external ground IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required conductor screw.
Tighten screw. For mobile homes and where local codes do not permit the use of 3-wire connections. A.4-wire connection: Direct Wire Remove center silver-colored terminal block screw. IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes and where local codes do Remove neutral ground wire from exter- not permit the use of 3-wire connections. Nal ground conductor screw. Connect neutral ground wire and place the hooked Direct wire cable must have 5 ft (1.52 m) of end (hook facing right) of the neutral wire.Connect ground wire (green or bare) of 3-wire connection: Power supply cord direct wire cable to external ground con- Use where local codes permit connecting ductor screw. Tighten screw.
Cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire. 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R) B.Tighten strain relief screws. Loosen or remove center silver-colored terminal block screw. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with Place the hooked end of the neutral wire hold-down screw. (white or center wire) of direct wire cable under the center screw of terminal block You have completed your electrical con- (hook facing right).Optional 3-wire connection Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws.
Tighten screws. Use for direct wire or power supply cord where local codes do not permit connect- ing cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire. Remove center silver-colored terminal block screw. Remove neutral ground wire from exter- Tighten strain relief screws.ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS Gas Models Only. For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: WARNING This dryer must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of elec- tric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current.GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS GAS SUPPLY LINE. 1/2˝ IPS pipe is recommended.
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WARNING. 3/8˝ approved tubing is acceptable for lengths under 20 ft (6.1 m) if local codes and gas supplier permit. Must include 1/8˝ NPT minimum plugged tapping accessible for test gauge connec- tion, immediately upstream of the gas con- nection to the dryer (see illustration).GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION BURNER INPUT REQUIREMENTS REQUIREMENTS Elevations above 2,000 ft (610 m):. Use an elbow and a 3/8˝ flare x 3/8˝ NPT.
When installed above 2,000 ft (610 m) a adapter fitting between the flexible gas con- 4% reduction of the burner B.T.U.™ result in death or fire. From your dealer or by calling Whirlpool Parts and Accessories. For more information, see WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this dry- the “Assistance or Service” section of the er MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.Elbows The angled hood style (shown here) is ac- ceptable. 45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° el- bows. 4' (10.2 cm) 2½' (6.4 cm).
An exhaust hood should cap the vent to keep rodents and insects from entering the Good Better home.PLAN VENT SYSTEM NOTE: The following kits for close clearance alternate installations are available for pur- Recommended exhaust installations chase. Please see the “Assistance or Service” Typical installations vent the dryer from the section of the “Use & Care Guide” to order: rear of the dryer.Determine vent path The Vent system chart provides venting re- quirements that will help to achieve the best. Select the route that will provide the drying performance. Straightest and most direct path outdoors. Vent system chart. Plan the installation to use the fewest num- ber of elbows and turns.INSTALL VENT SYSTEM Screw the legs into the leg holes by hand.
Use a wrench to finish turning the legs Install exhaust hood. Use caulking com- until the diamond marking is no longer pound to seal exterior wall opening visible. Around exhaust hood.A combination of pipe fittings must be used Move dryer into its final location.
Do not to connect the dryer to the existing gas line. Crush or kink vent. Shown is a recommended connection. The (On gas models) Make sure that there connection may be different, according to the are no kinks in the flexible gas line.REVERSE DOOR SWING Remove the 4 plastic plug strips located outside the dryer door opening.
You can change your door swing from a right- side opening to a left-side opening, if de- sired. Place a towel or soft cloth on top of the dryer or work space to protect the sur- face.Reinstall the door Install the 2 hinges to the front panel of the dryer using 4 screws. Use the non- Remove the 4 screws and 2 hinges from slotted side to attach the hinge to the the dryer door. Replace the 4 screws in the same holes.COMPLETE INSTALLATION 11. Electric Models Only: When the dryer has been running for 5 minutes, open the Check that all parts are now installed. If dryer door and feel for heat.
If you feel there is an extra part, go back through the heat, cancel cycle and close the door.— NOTES — 2-26.PRODUCT OPERATION DRYER USE WARNING WARNING Explosion Hazard Fire Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, No washer can completely remove oil. Such as gasoline, away from dryer. Do not dry anything that has ever had Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on it (including cooking anything flammable on it (even after oils).STARTING THE DRYER To make changes during an Automatic Cycle: This manual covers several different models. Press PAUSE/CANCEL. Your dryer may not have all of the cycles and features described. Adjust Dryness.
Follow these basic steps to start your dryer. NOTE: Dryness selections can be made Please refer to specific sections of this manual only while using Automatic Cycles.NOTE: During a Timed Cycle, you can change Cool Down tumbles the load without heat the settings for Time, Temp, the WRINKLE during the last few minutes of all cycles. Cool SHIELD setting and the End of Cycle Signal. Down makes the loads easier to handle and ™.STATUS LIGHTS INDICATOR LIGHTS Other indicator lights show Cycle, Options, Follow the progress of your dryer with the dry- Modifiers and Cycle Signal settings selected. Ing Status indicator lights. The display shows the estimated or actual time remaining.