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Whirlpool WGD8700EC0

Dryer

10 documents17 error codes7 service modes

Available documentation

Tech Sheet

  • Tech Sheet - W10830031 - Rev A36 pg
    Covers this model
  • Tech Sheet - W1072288536 pg
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Tech Tip

  • Instruction Sheet2 pg
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  • Inlet Hose Connection Instructions4 pg
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Quick Reference

  • Manual de referencia rapida1 pg
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  • Quick Start Guide2 pg
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Installation Guide

  • Instrucciones de instalacion27 pg
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  • Instrucciones de instalacion27 pg
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  • Installation Instructions44 pg
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  • Installation Instructions44 pg
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Error codes (17)

CodeMeaning
AFLow airflow detected that may affect dryer performance.F1E1Motor relay stuck on, indicates an ACU problem.F1E3Incorrect controller installed (electric models only); ACU and/or UI part…F2E1Stuck button on User Interface (depressed for over 20 seconds); only appears in…F2E4UI Software ErrorF2E5UI Software ErrorF3E1Exhaust thermistor is open or shorted; open if temperature drops below 18°F…F3E2Moisture sensor strip is open or shorted; only appears in service diagnostic…F3E3Inlet thermistor is open or shorted; open if temperature drops below 18°F…F4E1Heater 1 failure or connector problem; no voltage detected at the heater relay.F4E2Heater 2 failure or connector problem (electric models only); no voltage…F4E3Restricted airflow detected that may affect dryer performance.F4E4L2 line voltage error (electric models only); low L2 voltage (less than 50 V)…F6E2Communication errorF6E3Communication errorL2Low L2 voltage (less than 30 V) detected at the CCU.PFPower failure occurred while the dryer was running.

Service modes (7)

  • Adjusting Customer-Focused Dryness LevelIn standby mode (dryer plugged in but not powered up), press and hold the DRYNESS button for…
  • Customer-Focused Dryness Level AdjustmentIn standby mode (dryer plugged in but not powered up), press and hold the DRYNESS button for…
  • Fault Code Display / ClearFrom Service Diagnostic Mode
  • Key Activation & Encoder TestFrom Service Diagnostic Mode, press and release the 1st button used to activate Service Diagnostic…
  • Service Diagnostic Mode1. Ensure dryer is in standby mode (plugged in with all indicators off). 2. Select any three…
  • Service Test ModeFrom Service Diagnostic Mode, press and release the 2nd button used to activate Service Diagnostic…
  • Software Version DisplayFrom Service Diagnostic Mode, press and hold the 2nd button used to activate Service Diagnostic…

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