Electric and
Gas Dryers
A Note to You..................2
Dryer Safety ....................3
Parts and Features.........5
Checking Your Vent.........6
Using Your Dryer.............8
Starting your dryer .......8
Loading........................9
Selecting a cycle
and temperature
setting..........................9
Cycle descriptions.....10
Fluff Air cycle.............11
Caring for Your Dryer....12
Troubleshooting............15
Assistance or Service...17
Warranty........................20
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DRYER SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others is 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 hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word “DANGER” or
“WARNING”. These words mean:
You will be killed or seriously injured if you don’t
follow instructions.
wDANGER
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t
follow instructions.
wWARNING
All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.
WARNING: For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to
minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal
injury or death.
– Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance.
– WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
Do not try to light any appliance.
Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.
Clear the room, building or area of all occupants.
Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone.
Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
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If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
•
– Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency
or the gas supplier.
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DRYER SAFETY
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the
dryer, follow basic precautions, including the following:
Read all instructions before using
the dryer.
Do not place items exposed to cooking
oils in your dryer. Items contaminated
with cooking oils may contribute to a
chemical reaction that could cause a
load to catch fire.
Do not dry articles that have been
previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked
in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning
solvents, other flammable, or explosive
substances as they give off vapors that
could ignite or explode.
Do not repair or replace any part of the
dryer or attempt any servicing unless
specifically recommended in this Use and
Care Guide or in published user-repair
instructions that you understand and
have the skills to carry out.
Do not use fabric softeners or products
to eliminate static unless recommended
by the manufacturer of the fabric softener
or product.
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•
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Do not use heat to dry articles containing
foam rubber or similarly textured rubber-
like materials.
Do not allow children to play on or in
the dryer. Close supervision of children
is necessary when the dryer is used
near children.
Before the dryer is removed from service
or discarded, remove the door to the
drying compartment.
Do not reach into the dryer if the drum
is moving.
Do not install or store the dryer where
it will be exposed to the weather.
Clean lint screen before or after each
load.
Keep area around the exhaust opening
and adjacent surrounding areas free from
the accumulation of lint, dust, and dirt.
The interior of the dryer and exhaust vent
should be cleaned periodically by
qualified service personnel.
See Installation Instructions for grounding
requirements.
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Do not tamper with controls.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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PARTS AND FEATURES
The drawings in this book may vary from your dryer model. They are designed to show the
different features of all models covered by this book. Your model may not include all features.
Start button/End of
cycle signal selector*
(p. 8-9)
Cycle control
knob
(pp. 8-11)
Lint screen
(p. 12)
Model and
serial number
label
(p. 2)
Exhaust grill
(p. 15)
Dryer drum
(p. 13)
Small side-swing
door*
*On some models
Other door:
Large side-swing door*
(Reversible door - see Installation Instructions)
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CHECKING YOUR VENT
Your dryer must be properly installed and vented to achieve maximum drying efficiency and
shorten drying times. Use the minimum recommended installation clearances (found in your
Installation Instructions) to avoid blocking the flow of combustion and ventilation air. Install
your dryer in a well-ventilated room where the temperature is always above 45ºF. Also make
sure that your dryer is leveled. Refer to your installation Instructions for more
information.
2. Use a 4-inch exhaust hood. Smaller hoods
wWARNING
increase drying times.
4 in
"
Fire Hazard
Use a heavy metal vent.
4 in
4"
Do not use a plastic vent.
Do not use a metal foil vent.
3. The exhaust vent can be routed up, down, left,
right, or straight out the
back of the dryer. Space
requirements are listed
in your Installation
Failure to follow these instructions can
result in death or fire.
If the dryer is not properly installed and vented, it will
not be covered under the warranty.
Instructions.
NOTE: Service calls caused by improper venting will
be paid for by the customer, whether it was a paid
installation or self-installed. For paid installation, call
the company that installed the vent for adjustment.
1. Do not use plastic vent or flexible metal foil vent.
Use 4-inch heavy metal
or flexible metal vent.
Do not kink or crush
flexible metal vent. It
must be completely
extended to allow
adequate exhaust air to
flow. Check vent after
installation. Refer to
your Installation
Instructions for proper
length requirements of
vent.
4 in
4
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CHECKING YOUR VENT
4. Use the straightest path possible when routing
the exhaust vent. Use
6. Clean exhaust vent periodically, depending on
use, but at least every 2
years, or when installing
your dryer in a new
location.
the fewest number of
elbows and turns. Allow
room when using
elbows or making turns.
Bend vent gradually to
avoid kinking.
Disconnect vent from
•
the dryer and clean one
section at a time until
you reach the exhaust
hood.
Use the hose attach-
•
ment on your vacuum,
or a pole or wire with a feather duster or rag
attached, to clean out lint.
5. Use duct tape to seal all joints. Do not use
screws to secure vent.
Lint may catch on
Be sure the flapper on the outside end of vent
moves freely.
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•
screws.
When cleaning is complete, be sure to follow the
Installation Instructions supplied with your dryer
for final product check.
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USING YOUR DRYER
STARTING YOUR DRYER
wWARNING
wWARNING
Fire Hazard
Explosion Hazard
No washer can completely remove oil.
Keep flammable materials and vapors,
such as gasoline, away from dryer.
Do not dry anything that has ever had any
type of oil on it (including cooking oils).
Do not dry anything that has ever had
anything flammable on it (even after
washing).
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, explosion, or fire.
Failure to follow these instructions can result
in death or fire.
Before using your dryer, wipe the dryer drum with a
damp cloth to remove dust from storing and shipping.
3. If your dryer has a Temperature selector, set it to
the recommended setting for the type of fabric
being dried. The cycle descriptions on the
following pages include temperature setting
suggestions.
1. Load clothes loosely into the dryer and close the
door. Do not pack
the dryer; allow
space for clothes to
tumble freely.
4. (OPTIONAL STEP) If your dryer has a Cycle
Signal (End of Cycle Signal) selector, set the
selector to On if you want the dryer to sound
a signal when a cycle is finished.
The signal is helpful when you are drying
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permanent press, synthetics, and other items
that should be removed from the dryer as
soon as it stops.
2. Turn the Cycle Control knob to the recommend-
ed cycle for the type
On some models, the End of Cycle Signal is
part of the Start button.
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of load being dried,
as described in
5. Push the Start button.
“Cycle descriptions”
later in this section.
Use the Energy
Preferred Automatic
•
Setting ( ) to dry
*
most loads.
NOTE: On some
models, the Temper-
ature selector is part
of the Cycle Control
knob.
NOTE: Your dryer stops automatically when a
cycle ends.
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USING YOUR DRYER
STARTING YOUR DRYER (CONT.)
To restart your dryer:
Close the door, select a new cycle and tempera-
ture (if desired), and push the Start button.
Stopping and restarting your dryer
You can stop your dryer anytime during a cycle.
To stop your dryer:
Open the dryer door or turn the Cycle Control
knob to Off.
NOTE: The Cycle Control knob should point to an
Off area when the dryer is not in use.
LOADING
Loading suggestions
The chart below provides some guidelines on various types of drying loads. Load clothes loosely into the
dryer. Do not pack the dryer; allow space for clothes to tumble freely.
Towels
Mixed Load
Delicates
Heavy Work Clothes
10 bath towels
10 hand towels
14 wash cloths
1 bath mat
3 double sheets
4 pillowcases
8 T-shirts
6 pair shorts
2 shirts
3 camisoles
1 quilted robe
4 slips
4 panties
2 bras
3 pair pants
3 shirts
4 pair jeans
1 coverall
1 overall
2 blouses
8 handkerchiefs
2 nighties
1 baby’s dress
SELECTING A CYCLE AND TEMPERATURE SETTING
The following pages describe the drying cycles
on your dryer. The descriptions include suggested
temperature settings and drying times for various
loads.
Drying tips
Always follow care label directions when they are
available.
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Always use fabric softener sheets labeled as dryer
safe and follow package instructions carefully.
Cycle and temperature tips
Remove the load from the dryer as soon as
tumbling stops to reduce wrinkling. This is
especially important for permanent press, knits,
and synthetic fabrics.
Make sure you have selected the correct cycle
and temperature for your load.
•
Dry most loads using the Energy Preferred
•
Automatic Setting ( ).
*
Use the Fluff Air cycle, or line dry rubber, plastic,
delicate, and heat-sensitive fabrics.
•
•
If some types of loads in the cycle descriptions
have more than one suggested temperature set-
ting, choose the lowest setting available
on your dryer.
The last few minutes of all cycles are without
heat to make the load cooler to handle.
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USING YOUR DRYER
CYCLE DESCRIPTIONS
Automatic cycle(s)
Timed cycle(s)
Use an Automatic cycle to dry most loads.
Depending on your
Use a Timed drying cycle to complete drying if some
items are damp after the
model, the Automatic
cycle uses either an
electronic or automatic
control that senses the
Automatic cycle. A Timed
drying cycle is also useful
for:
60
50
Off
40
Less
Dry
30
Heavyweight and bulky
items, such as bed
•
moisture in the load
20
Very
Dry
and shuts off the dryer
spreads and work
when the selected dry-
ness is reached.
The Cycle Control Knob
clothes, and large loads
that require a long drying
time. Set your dryer to a
Off
does not move until the
heat setting that matches
the care label directions.
load is almost dry. After the cool-down, the Knob
automatically turns to an Off area and tumbling
stops.
Lightweight items, such as lingerie, blouses, and
knits require a short drying time. Set your dryer
for Low heat.
•
If the load is drier than you like, select a setting
closer to Less Dry the next time you dry a
•
Drying time and temperature will depend on your
•
similar load.
dryer model.
If the load is not as dry as you like, complete
•
drying using a Timed cycle. Select a setting clos-
er to Very Dry the next time you dry a similar
load.
Fluff Air cycle
(on some models)
Use the unheated Fluff Air cycle for items that require
drying without heat.
Drying time with an Automatic cycle varies accord-
ing to the type of fabric, size of load, and dryness
setting. Your model may not have all heat settings
listed. Some general guidelines are:
The chart on page 12
includes examples of
items that require air
drying.
NOTE: If your model
Use a high heat setting for drying heavyweight
items, such as towels and work clothes.
•
Use a medium heat setting for drying medium-
weight items, such as sheets, underwear,
permanent press clothes, and some knits.
•
does not have the Fluff
Air cycle, line dry heat-
sensitive items.
Off
Use a low heat setting for drying lightweight
items such as lingerie, blouses, dresses, and
some knits.
10
20
•
NOTE: If you have any questions about drying
temperatures for various loads, refer to care label
directions.
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USING YOUR DRYER
FLUFF AIR CYCLE
The chart below includes examples of items that
require drying without heat. Use the Fluff Air cycle,
or place the items on a line or rack to air dry.
Line dry bonded or laminated fabrics.
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Always follow care label directions when they are
available.
TYPE OF LOAD
FLUFF AIR CYCLE*
(minutes)
RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE FABRICS
Foam Rubber – Pillows, padded bras, stuffed toys
20 to 30
Make sure coverings are securely stitched.
•
•
Shake and fluff pillows by hand several times during the
Fluff Air cycle.
Make sure pillows are completely dry. Foam rubber pillows
•
take a long time to dry.
Plastic – Shower curtains, tablecloths
Rubber-backed rugs
20 to 30
40 to 50
10 to 20
Olefin, Polypropylene, Sheer nylon
* Reset cycle as needed to complete drying.
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CARING FOR YOUR DRYER
CLEANING THE LINT SCREEN
Every load cleaning
As needed cleaning
The lint screen is located under a lid on top of the
dryer. Clean it before starting each load. A
screen blocked by lint can increase drying time.
Laundry detergents and fabric softeners can cause
a residue buildup on the lint screen. This buildup
can cause longer drying times for your clothes, or
cause the dryer to stop before your load is com-
pletely dry. You may be able to see this buildup, or
the lint may be falling off the screen because it is
clogged.
To clean:
1. Open the lid and pull the lint screen towards
you.
Clean the lint screen with a nylon brush every six
months or more frequently if it becomes clogged
due to a residue buildup.
Use the following method:
1. Wet both sides of lint screen with hot water.
2. Wet a nylon brush with hot water and liquid
detergent; scrub lint
screen with the brush
to remove residue
buildup.
2. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers. Do not
rinse or wash screen to
remove lint. Wet lint is
hard to remove.
3. Rinse screen with hot water.
4. Thoroughly dry lint screen with a clean towel;
replace in dryer.
3. Push the lint screen firmly back into place and
close the lid.
IMPORTANT:
Do not run the dryer with the lint screen loose,
•
damaged, blocked, or missing. Doing so can
cause overheating and damage to both the dryer
and fabrics.
Some towels made of synthetic fibers and natu-
•
ral fibers (polyester and cotton blends) may shed
more lint than other towels, causing your dryer’s
lint screen to fill up faster. Be sure to remove
lint from the lint screen before and after drying
new towels.
If lint falls off the screen during removal and into
the dryer, periodically check the exhaust hood
and remove the lint (see “Checking Your Vent”).
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CARING FOR YOUR DRYER
CLEANING THE DRYER INTERIOR
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. It is helpful to dry unstable dye items inside
out to prevent dye transfer.
wWARNING
To clean dryer drum:
1. Make a paste with powdered laundry detergent
and very warm water.
Explosion Hazard
2. Apply paste to a soft cloth.
Use nonflammable cleaner.
OR
Failure to do so can result in death,
explosion, or fire.
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.
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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CARING FOR YOUR DRYER
CHANGING THE DRUM LIGHT
The dryer light automatically turns on inside the
dryer drum when you open the door.
wWARNING
To change drum light:
1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.
2. Open the dryer door. Remove the light bulb
cover from the back
wall of the dryer by
turning the cover
Fire Hazard
Replace light bulb cover before
operating dryer.
clockwise.
3. Remove the light
Failure to do so can result in death or fire.
bulb by turning it
counterclockwise.
4. Replace the bulb with a 40-watt appliance
bulb only.
5. Replace the light bulb cover and lock in place by
turning counterclockwise.
6. Plug in dryer or
reconnect power.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
COMMON DRYING PROBLEMS
PROBLEM
CAUSE
SOLUTION
• Lint screen is clogged with lint.
• Clean lint screen.
Not drying
satisfactorily
• Restricted air movement.
Exhaust vent or outside
exhaust hood is clogged with
lint.
• Run dryer for 5-10 minutes. Hold hand under
outside exhaust hood to check air movement. If you
do not feel air moving, clean exhaust system of lint
or replace exhaust vent with heavy metal or flexible
metal vent (see your Installation Instructions).
• Exhaust vent is crushed or
kinked.
• Replace with heavy metal or flexible metal vent
(see your Installation Instructions).
• On gas dryers, valve to supply
line is closed.
• Check valve to gas supply line (see your
Installation Instructions).
• One fuse is blown or circuit
breaker is tripped. The dryer
will appear to operate, but you
will not get any heat.
• Replace fuse or reset breaker.
• Cycle Control knob or temper-
ature selector is set on air dry.
•
Select the right cycle and temperature for the types
of garments being dried (see “Using your Dryer”).
• Fabric softener sheets block-
ing exhaust grill.
• Use only one softener sheet per load and only use
it once.
• Dryer located in room with
temperature below 45ºF.
• Move dryer to a location with temperatures above
45ºF.
• Large amount of moisture in
the load.
• Expect longer dry times with items that hold more
moisture (cottons).
• Cold rinse water used.
• Expect longer dry times.
• Load too large and bulky to
dry quickly.
• Separate load to tumble freely.
• Power cord not firmly plugged
into a live circuit with proper
voltage.
Dryer will
not run
• Plug power cord into a live circuit.
• Replace fuse(s) or reset breaker(s).
• Fuse(s) blown or circuit
breaker(s) tripped.
• Using a regular fuse.
• Replace with a time-delay fuse.
• Close dryer door tightly.
• Dryer door not firmly closed.
• Start button not firmly pressed.
• Cycle Control knob set to Off.
• Press Start button again.
• Set knob to a cycle or time.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
COMMON DRYING PROBLEMS (CONT.)
PROBLEM
Lint in load
SOLUTION
CAUSE
• Clean lint screen. Check for air movement.
• Lint screen is clogged.
• Sort lint givers from lint takers and sort by color.
• Improper sorting.
• Dry smaller loads so lint can be carried to the lint
screen.
• Load is too big or heavy.
• Use correct dryer settings for fabric. Overdrying
can cause lint-attracting static (see “Using Your
Dryer”).
• Load is overdried.
• Clean out pockets before drying.
• Paper or tissue in pockets.
• Pilling being mistaken for lint.
• Pilling (surface fuzz) is caused by normal wear and
laundering.
• Use fabric softener sheets in dryer. Add at begin-
ning of cycle when load is cold.
• Improper use of fabric softener
in washer.
Stains on
load
• Items need to be clean before being dried.
• Drying soiled items.
• Overdrying.
• Match dryer settings to fabric type (see “Using
Your Dryer”).
Items
shrinking
• Check quality of garment before purchasing.
• Follow fabric care label instructions carefully.
• Poor garment quality.
• Manufacturer’s care label
instructions not followed.
Loads are
wrinkled
• Dry smaller loads that can tumble freely.
• Overloading.
• Overdrying.
• Match dryer settings to fabric type (see “Using
Your Dryer”).
• Remove load as soon as tumbling stops.
• Load left in dryer at the end of
cycle.
• Do not use dryer while these chemical fumes are in
the air.
Odors
• Household chemicals, paint, or
varnish being drawn into dryer.
• First use of dryer element
(electric only).
• Odor will be gone after the first cycle.
• Gas leak (gas only).
• Turn off gas supply. Leave your home and call
your local gas company.
Unusual
sounds
• Thumping of rollers when dryer
has not been used for a while.
• Thump will go away after 5 minutes of drying.
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ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE
Call the Consumer Assistance Center toll free at
1-800-253-1301. Consultants are
available to assist you.
Accessory and repair parts sales
•
•
Specialized customer assistance (Spanish
speaking, hearing impaired, limited vision, etc.)
When calling:
Referrals to local dealers, service companies, and
repair parts distributors
•
Please know the purchase date, and
the complete model and serial number
of your appliance (see “A Note To You”). This infor-
mation will help Whirlpool better respond to your
request.
Whirlpool designated service technicians are
trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide
after-warranty service, anywhere in the United States.
To locate the Whirlpool designated service company
in your area, you can also look in your telephone
directory Yellow Pages.
Our consultants provide assistance with:
Features and specifications on our full line
•
of appliances
Installation information
•
•
Use and maintenance procedures
IF YOU NEED REPLACEMENT PARTS
If you need to order replacement parts, we recom-
mend that you only use Factory Specified Parts.
These parts will fit right and work right, because
they are made to the same exacting specifications
used to build every new CROSLEY® appliance.
To locate Factory Specified Parts in your area, call
our Consumer Assistance Center or your nearest
Whirlpool designated service center.
FOR FURTHER ASSISTANCE
If you need further assistance, you can write to
Crosley with any questions or concerns at:
Please include a daytime phone number in your
correspondence.
Crosley Distribution Center
c/o Correspondence Dept.
675 N. Main St.
Winston-Salem, NC 27102-2111
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CROSLEY DRYERWARRANTY
LENGTH OF WARRANTY
WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION WILL PAY FOR:
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
FROM DATE OF PURCHASE
Factory Specified Parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials
or workmanship. Service must be provided by a Whirlpool designated
service company.
WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION WILL NOT PAY FOR:
A. Service calls to:
1. Correct the installation of your dryer, including venting. Heavy 4-inch metal exhaust vent must be
used. Refer to the venting section of this manual and your Installation Instructions.
2. Instruct you how to use your dryer, to replace house fuses or reset circuit breakers, or to replace
owner accessible light bulbs.
B. Repairs when your dryer is used in other than single-family household use.
C. Damage to your dryer caused by accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, fire, flood, acts of God, improper
installation (including, but not limited to, venting with plastic or flexible foil), or installation not in
accordance with local electrical and plumbing codes.
D. Replacement parts or repair labor costs for units operated outside the United States.
E. Pick-up and delivery. This product is designed to be repaired in the home.
F. Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the appliance.
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WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so
this exclusion or limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Outside the United States, a different warranty may also apply. For details, please contact Whirlpool
Corporation.
Whirlpool Corporation is responsible for providing any in-warranty service covered by this warranty. If you need
service, first see the “Troubleshooting” section of this book. After checking “Troubleshooting,” additional help
is available by checking the “Assistance or Service” section, or by calling our Consumer Assistance Center at
1-800-253-1301, from anywhere in the U.S.A., or writing: Crosley Distribution Center, c/o Correspondence
Department, 675 N. Main St. Winston-Salem, NC 27102-2111.
8299699
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© 1999 All Rights Reserved.
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