WHIRLPOOL GEW9878LW0
Owner's Manual

Medium/Casual
Select this medium temperature setting to dry light weight to medium weight to synthetic or no-iron items, such as sheets, shirts or dresses.

End of Cycle Signal If the End of Cycle Signal is selected, the signal sounds when a cycle
is complete. If WRINKLE SHIELD� Plus setting is selected, the signal sounds every few minutes. The signal stops when you open the door.

Low/Knits
Select this low temperature setting to gently dry washable knit items, such as blouses, sweaters and lingerie.

Ex-Low/Delicate
Select this extra low temperature setting to gently dry special care items, such as exercise wear, sheer curtains or lace.

Air Only (No Heat) setting
Use the Air Only setting for items that require drying without heat such as foam, rubber, plastic, and heat-sensitive fabrics. Set the Cycle Control knob to Air Only on the Temperature selector and set the Cycle Control knob to Timed Drying. This chart shows examples of items that can be dried using the Air Only setting. Type of Load Foam rubber � pillows, padded bras, stuffed toys Plastic � shower curtains, tablecloths Rubber-backed rugs Olefin, polypropylene, sheer nylon Air Only setting* (minutes)

Turn the knob to select a Softer or Louder signal or to turn the End of Cycle Signal Off.

Drying Rack (Optional purchase)
You can order a drying rack by contacting the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer. The drying rack is useful for machine drying items you would not necessarily want to tumble dry or that you would normally line dry (for example, sweaters). To use the drying rack 1. Slide rear pegs into the dimples on the back wall of the dryer. Lower the front legs to rest on the dryer opening.

20 - 30 20 - 30 40 - 50 10 - 20

*Reset cycle to complete drying, if needed. When using Air Only s Check to see that coverings are securely stitched.
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2. Put the wet items on top of the rack. Leave space between the items so air can reach all the surfaces. Close the door. NOTE: Do not allow items to hang over the edge of the rack. 3. Select the Timed Drying cycle and the Air Only temperature setting. Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be dried on a clothesline or by using an air cycle. 4. Push the START button. NOTE: You must remove rack for normal tumbling. Do not use the automatic cycle with the drying rack. This chart shows examples of items that can be rack dried and the suggested cycle, temperature setting, and drying time. Actual drying time will depend on the amount of moisture items hold. Rack Dry Wool Sweaters Block to shape and lay flat on the rack Stuffed toys or pillows Cotton or polyester fiber filled Stuffed toys or pillows Foam rubber filled Cycle Timed Temp Low Time* 60

Shake and fluff pillows by hand periodically during cycle. Dry item completely. Foam rubber pillows are slow to dry.

Additional Features
You can select one of the following options to help ensure the best fabric care for your load.

WRINKLE SHIELD� Plus setting
When you are unable to remove a load of clothes from the dryer as soon as it stops, wrinkles can form. The WRINKLE SHIELD� Plus setting periodically tumbles, rearranges and fluffs the load to avoid wrinkles.

Timed

Low

60

Timed

Air (no heat) Air (no heat)

90

The WRINKLE SHIELD� Plus setting periodically tumbles the load without heat for up to 120 minutes. A signal will sound periodically when WRINKLE SHIELD� Plus setting is on, if the End of Cycle Signal is selected. The signal and the cycle will end when you open the dryer door, or turn the Cycle Control knob to Off.

Sneakers or canvas shoes

Timed

90

*(Minutes). Reset cycle to complete drying, if needed.

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