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Whirlpool WED8740DC0

Dryer

9 documents16 error codes6 service modes

Available documentation

Tech Sheet

  • Tech Sheet whirlpool dryer W10606148 Rev C60 pg
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  • Tech Sheet - W10606148 - Rev C60 pg
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Tech Tip

  • Inlet Hose Connection Instructions4 pg
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Installation Guide

  • Instrucciones de instalacion27 pg
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  • Installation Instructions24 pg
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  • Instrucciones de instalacion27 pg
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  • Installation Instructions24 pg
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Quick Reference

  • Quick Reference Manual2 pg
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  • Manual de referencia rapida1 pg
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Error codes (16)

CodeMeaning
F1E1Indicates a CCU (Cycle Control Unit) problem.F2E1Indicates a stuck button (depressed for over 20 seconds) or UI mismatch; only…F3E1Exhaust thermistor is open; temperature drops below 18°F (>50k ohms).F3E2Exhaust thermistor has shorted; temperature above 250°F (<500 ohms).F3E3Inlet thermistor is open; temperature drops below 18°F (>245k ohms).F3E4Inlet thermistor has shorted; temperature above 391°F (<328 ohms).F3E5Inlet and exhaust thermistors are both open; will occur if P14 connector is not…F3E6Moisture sensor strip is open; only appears in service diagnostic mode.F3E7Moisture sensor strip has shorted; only appears in service diagnostic mode.F4E1No voltage detected at the heater relay; only appears in diagnostic test mode.F4E3Low air flow detected that may affect dryer performance.F4E4Low L2 voltage (less than 50V) detected at the CCU.F6E1Communication between CCU and UI has not been detected (UI to CCU communication…F6E2Communication between CCU and UI has not been detected (CCU to UI communication…L2Low L2 voltage (less than 50V) detected at the CCU.PFPower failure occurred while the dryer was running.

Service modes (6)

  • Customer-Focused Dryness Level Adjustment["In standby mode (dryer plugged in but not powered up), press and hold the DRYNESS LEVEL button…
  • Install Diagnostics["Activate Service Diagnostic Mode first.","Press and release the 2nd button used to activate…
  • Loads Test Mode["Ensure dryer is in standby mode (plugged in with all indicators off).","Within 5 seconds: Press…
  • Service Diagnostic Mode["Ensure dryer is in standby mode (plugged in with all indicators off).","Select any three buttons…
  • Software Version Display["Activate Service Diagnostic Mode first.","Press and hold the 2nd button used to activate Service…
  • User Interface Test["Activate Service Diagnostic Mode first.","Press and release the 1st button used to activate…

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