User manual Whirlpool Cabrio WED8500BW (English (2024)

A condenser dryer is a dryer in which condensation ends up in a reservoir.

A drain dryer is a dryer in which the warm air and condensation are drained through a hose.

It is best to wipe the dryer drum with a damp cloth and some lemon cleaner.

Check the following: - That the fluff filter is clean. - That the bottom of the dryer is free of dust. - That the drain hose is clean. If the above does not help, a mechanic should be called in.

To prevent towels from becoming too wrinkled when using the Sanitize High cycle on the Whirlpool Cabrio WED8500BW dryer, follow these steps:1. Load the towels into the dryer, making sure not to overload the drum. Overloading can lead to uneven drying and increased wrinkling.2. Select the Sanitize High cycle on the dryer's control panel. This cycle is specifically designed to help sanitize items such as bedding, towels, and baby wear.3. Start the cycle and allow it to run to completion without interruption. Interrupting the cycle can result in incomplete drying and increased wrinkling.4. Once the cycle is complete, promptly remove the towels from the dryer. Shake them out gently to help release any remaining wrinkles.5. If necessary, you can also use the Wrinkle Shield† option, if available, to help reduce wrinkles. This option periodically tumbles the load after the cycle ends to prevent wrinkles from setting in.By following these steps, you can help minimize wrinkles and ensure that your towels come out of the dryer looking fresh and wrinkle-free.

To ensure that heavyweight items are fully dried after using the Heavy Duty cycle on the Whirlpool Cabrio WED8500BW dryer, follow these steps:1. Check the load size: Make sure you are not overloading the dryer drum with too many heavyweight items. Overloading can prevent proper airflow and result in dampness.2. Select the Heavy Duty cycle: Choose the Heavy Duty cycle on the dryer's control panel. This cycle is specifically designed for drying heavyweight items such as towels or heavy work clothes.3. Adjust the drying time: If necessary, increase the drying time to ensure that the heavyweight items have enough time to dry thoroughly. Use the Time Adjust buttons on the control panel to increase the drying time in 1-minute increments.4. Check the drying temperature: Ensure that the dryer is set to a high heat setting for drying heavyweight items. A high heat setting helps to effectively remove moisture from these items.5. Avoid interrupting the cycle: Allow the Heavy Duty cycle to run to completion without interruption. Interrupting the cycle can result in incomplete drying and dampness.By following these steps, you can help ensure that your heavyweight items are fully dried and ready to use after using the Heavy Duty cycle on the Whirlpool Cabrio WED8500BW dryer.

To avoid shrinking your jeans and denims when using the Jeans cycle on the Whirlpool Cabrio WED8500BW dryer, follow these steps:1. Load the jeans and denims into the dryer, making sure not to overload the drum. Overloading can lead to inadequate airflow and increased shrinkage.2. Select the Jeans cycle on the dryer's control panel. This cycle uses stepped drying with high heat initially, followed by medium heat to drive moisture from the jeans and denims.3. Start the cycle and allow it to run to completion without interruption. Interrupting the cycle can result in uneven drying and potential shrinkage.4. Avoid using excessive heat. If your jeans and denims are prone to shrinking, consider using a lower heat setting or reducing the drying time to minimize the risk of shrinkage.5. Remove the jeans and denims from the dryer as soon as the cycle is complete. Promptly shake them out and hang or fold them to prevent wrinkles and further shrinkage.By following these steps, you can help preserve the size and shape of your jeans and denims while effectively drying them using the Jeans cycle on the Whirlpool Cabrio WED8500BW dryer.

To address the issue of large loads of cotton towels still being damp after using the long cycle on the Whirlpool Cabrio WED8500BW dryer, follow these steps:1. Check the load size: Ensure that you are not overloading the dryer drum with too many cotton towels. Overloading can restrict airflow and result in inadequate drying.2. Select the Towels cycle: Choose the Towels cycle on the dryer's control panel. This cycle is specifically designed for thoroughly drying towels, including large loads of heavyweight fabrics like cotton towels.3. Adjust the drying time: If necessary, increase the drying time to allow for more thorough drying of the large load. Use the Time Adjust buttons on the control panel to increase the drying time in 1-minute increments.4. Check the drying temperature: Make sure the dryer is set to a high heat setting for drying cotton towels. High heat helps to effectively remove moisture from these fabrics.5. Avoid overloading the dryer: Ensure that the large load of cotton towels has enough space to tumble freely in the dryer drum. Overloading can lead to uneven drying and dampness.By following these steps, you can help ensure that your large loads of cotton towels are fully dried and ready to use after using the long cycle on the Whirlpool Cabrio WED8500BW dryer.

If your work clothes and casual wear are still damp after using the Normal cycle on the Whirlpool Cabrio WED8500BW dryer, you can try the following steps:1. Check the load size: Ensure that you are not overloading the dryer drum with too many items. Overloading can restrict airflow and result in inadequate drying.2. Select the Normal cycle: Choose the Normal cycle on the dryer's control panel. This cycle uses medium heat to dry large loads of mixed fabrics and items.3. Adjust the drying time: If necessary, increase the drying time to allow for more thorough drying of the large load. Use the Time Adjust buttons on the control panel to increase the drying time in 1-minute increments.4. Check the drying temperature: Make sure the dryer is set to a medium heat setting for drying work clothes and casual wear. Medium heat is suitable for medium-weight fabrics.5. Avoid overloading the dryer: Ensure that the large load of work clothes and casual wear has enough space to tumble freely in the dryer drum. Overloading can lead to uneven drying and dampness.By following these steps, you can help ensure that your work clothes and casual wear are fully dried and ready to wear after using the Normal cycle on the Whirlpool Cabrio WED8500BW dryer.

The Sanitize High cycle may not effectively sanitize towels and baby wear in the Whirlpool Cabrio WED8500BW dryer due to several possible causes. Here are the steps to troubleshoot the issue:1. Check the load size: Ensure that you are not overloading the dryer with too many towels or baby wear items. Overloading can prevent proper airflow and hinder the sanitizing process.2. Use the recommended cycle: Make sure you are selecting the Sanitize High cycle specifically for towels and baby wear. This cycle is designed to provide high-heat drying for sanitization purposes.3. Run the cycle to completion: It is important to allow the Sanitize High cycle to run its full duration without interruption. Interrupting the cycle may affect its effectiveness in sanitizing the items.4. Check fabric compatibility: Note that the Sanitize High cycle may not be suitable for all fabrics. Ensure that the towels and baby wear you are trying to sanitize are compatible with this cycle. Refer to the fabric care labels for guidance.5. Clean the lint screen: A clogged lint screen can restrict airflow and impact drying performance. Clean the lint screen before each load to ensure proper airflow and efficient drying.By following these troubleshooting steps, you can address potential issues that may be preventing the Sanitize High cycle from effectively sanitizing your towels and baby wear in the Whirlpool Cabrio WED8500BW dryer.

The Jeans cycle may not be drying your jeans and denims properly in the Whirlpool Cabrio WED8500BW dryer due to several possible causes. Here are the steps to troubleshoot the issue:1. Check the load size: Ensure that you are not overloading the dryer with too many jeans and denims. Overloading can restrict airflow and result in incomplete drying.2. Shake out the jeans: Before placing them in the dryer, shake out the jeans to remove any excess water or clumped-up fabric. This will help improve drying efficiency.3. Select the correct cycle: Make sure you are selecting the Jeans cycle specifically designed for drying jeans and denims. This cycle uses stepped drying with high heat initially, followed by medium heat to drive moisture from the fabric.4. Check the dryer settings: Verify that the temperature and dryness level settings are appropriate for your jeans and denims. Adjust the settings if necessary to ensure optimal drying.5. Clean the lint screen: A clogged lint screen can restrict airflow and affect drying performance. Clean the lint screen before each load to maintain proper airflow.By following these troubleshooting steps, you can address potential issues that may be preventing the Jeans cycle from drying your jeans and denims properly in the Whirlpool Cabrio WED8500BW dryer.

The long cycle with high heat may not be thoroughly drying your large loads of cotton towels and heavyweight items in the Whirlpool Cabrio WED8500BW dryer due to several possible reasons. Here are the steps to troubleshoot the issue:1. Check the load size: Ensure that you are not overloading the dryer with too many towels and heavyweight items. Overloading can restrict airflow and result in incomplete drying.2. Shake out the items: Before placing them in the dryer, shake out the towels and heavyweight items to remove any excess water or clumped-up fabric. This will help improve drying efficiency.3. Select the correct cycle: Make sure you are selecting the Towels cycle specifically designed for drying large loads of heavyweight fabrics such as cotton towels. This cycle uses a long duration with high heat to thoroughly dry the items.4. Check the dryer settings: Verify that the temperature and dryness level settings are appropriate for your load. Adjust the settings if necessary to ensure optimal drying.5. Clean the lint screen: A clogged lint screen can restrict airflow and affect drying performance. Clean the lint screen before each load to maintain proper airflow.By following these troubleshooting steps, you can address potential issues that may be preventing the long cycle with high heat from thoroughly drying your large loads of cotton towels and heavyweight items in the Whirlpool Cabrio WED8500BW dryer.

The Normal cycle may not be drying your mixed fabric loads and items properly in the Whirlpool Cabrio WED8500BW dryer due to several possible reasons. Here are the steps to troubleshoot the issue:1. Check the load size: Ensure that you are not overloading the dryer with too many mixed fabric items. Overloading can restrict airflow and result in incomplete drying.2. Select the correct cycle: Make sure you are selecting the Normal cycle specifically designed for drying mixed fabric loads. This cycle uses medium heat to dry large loads of mixed fabrics and items.3. Adjust the dryness level: Check the dryness level setting and ensure it is appropriate for your load. Increasing the dryness level will extend the drying time and improve the drying results.4. Clean the lint screen: A clogged lint screen can restrict airflow and affect drying performance. Clean the lint screen before each load to maintain proper airflow.5. Consider separating heavy and lightweight items: If you have a combination of heavyweight and lightweight fabrics in the load, consider separating them and drying them separately to ensure optimal drying for each fabric type.By following these troubleshooting steps, you can address potential issues that may be preventing the Normal cycle from drying your mixed fabric loads and items properly in the Whirlpool Cabrio WED8500BW dryer.

The Perm press/Casual cycle may not be drying your shirts, blouses, permanent press, synthetics, and lightweight items properly in the Whirlpool Cabrio WED8500BW dryer due to several possible reasons. Here are the steps to troubleshoot the issue:1. Check the load size: Ensure that you are not overloading the dryer with too many shirts, blouses, or lightweight items. Overloading can restrict airflow and result in incomplete drying.2. Shake out the items: Before placing them in the dryer, shake out the shirts, blouses, and lightweight items to remove any excess water or clumped-up fabric. This will help improve drying efficiency.3. Select the correct cycle: Make sure you are selecting the Perm press/Casual cycle specifically designed for drying permanent press, synthetics, and lightweight fabrics. This cycle uses a stepped drying temperature from medium heat to low heat for improved moisture removal and enhanced fabric care.4. Adjust the dryness level: Check the dryness level setting and ensure it is appropriate for your load. Increasing the dryness level will extend the drying time and improve the drying results.5. Clean the lint screen: A clogged lint screen can restrict airflow and affect drying performance. Clean the lint screen before each load to maintain proper airflow.By following these troubleshooting steps, you can address potential issues that may be preventing the Perm press/Casual cycle from drying your shirts, blouses, permanent press, synthetics, and lightweight items properly in the Whirlpool Cabrio WED8500BW dryer.

To prevent towels from becoming too wrinkled when using the Sanitize High cycle on the Whirlpool Cabrio WED8500BW dryer, follow these steps:1. Load the towels into the dryer, making sure not to overload the drum. Overloading can lead to uneven drying and increased wrinkling.2. Select the Sanitize High cycle on the dryer's control panel. This cycle is specifically designed to help sanitize items such as bedding, towels, and baby wear.3. Start the cycle and allow it to run to completion without interruption. Interrupting the cycle can result in incomplete drying and increased wrinkling.4. Once the cycle is complete, promptly remove the towels from the dryer. Shake them out gently to help release any remaining wrinkles.5. If necessary, you can also use the Wrinkle Shield† option, if available, to help reduce wrinkles. This option uses periodic tumbling and low heat to keep clothes fresh and wrinkle-free for up to 150 minutes after the cycle ends.By following these steps, you can help prevent towels from becoming too wrinkled when using the Sanitize High cycle on the Whirlpool Cabrio WED8500BW dryer.

To ensure that your heavy work clothes are not damp after using the Heavy Duty cycle on the Whirlpool Cabrio WED8500BW dryer, follow these steps:1. Check the load size: Make sure you are not overloading the dryer drum with too many heavy work clothes. Overloading can prevent proper airflow and result in damp clothes.2. Select the Heavy Duty cycle: Choose the Heavy Duty cycle on the dryer's control panel. This cycle is designed for drying heavyweight items like work clothes and provides longer drying time and higher heat.3. Adjust the dryness level: If your clothes are consistently damp after the cycle, you can increase the dryness level setting. Press the Dryness Level button and select a higher dryness level to extend the drying time.4. Check for obstructions: Ensure that the dryer's lint screen is clean and free from lint buildup. Additionally, check the exhaust vent for any obstructions that may restrict airflow and hinder drying performance.5. Remove clothes promptly: Once the cycle is complete, promptly remove the heavy work clothes from the dryer to prevent them from sitting in a damp environment and developing wrinkles.By following these steps, you can help ensure that your heavy work clothes are thoroughly dried and not damp after using the Heavy Duty cycle on the Whirlpool Cabrio WED8500BW dryer.

To avoid shrinking your jeans and denims when using the Jeans cycle on the Whirlpool Cabrio WED8500BW dryer, follow these steps:1. Load the jeans and denims into the dryer, making sure not to overload the drum. Overloading can lead to inadequate airflow and increased shrinkage.2. Select the Jeans cycle on the dryer's control panel. This cycle uses stepped drying with high heat initially, followed by medium heat to drive moisture from jeans and denims.3. Start the cycle and allow it to run to completion without interruption. Interrupting the cycle can result in uneven drying and potential shrinkage.4. Once the cycle is complete, promptly remove the jeans and denims from the dryer. This helps prevent them from sitting in a hot environment and potentially shrinking further.5. If desired, you can use the Wrinkle Shield† option, if available, to help reduce wrinkles. This option uses periodic tumbling and low heat to keep clothes fresh and wrinkle-free for up to 150 minutes after the cycle ends.By following these steps, you can help avoid shrinking your jeans and denims when using the Jeans cycle on the Whirlpool Cabrio WED8500BW dryer.

To address the issue of cotton towels still being damp after using the long cycle for large loads on the Whirlpool Cabrio WED8500BW dryer, follow these steps:1. Check the load size: Ensure that you are not overloading the dryer drum with too many cotton towels. Overloading can restrict airflow and result in inadequate drying.2. Select the Towels cycle: Choose the Towels cycle on the dryer's control panel. This cycle is specifically designed for drying large loads of heavyweight fabrics such as cotton towels.3. Adjust the dryness level: If the towels are consistently damp after the cycle, you can increase the dryness level setting. Press the Dryness Level button and select a higher dryness level to extend the drying time.4. Check for obstructions: Make sure that the lint screen is clean and free from lint buildup. Additionally, check the exhaust vent for any obstructions that may hinder airflow and affect drying performance.5. Remove towels promptly: Once the cycle is complete, promptly remove the cotton towels from the dryer to prevent them from sitting in a damp environment and potentially developing odors.By following these steps, you can help ensure that your cotton towels are thoroughly dried and not damp after using the long cycle for large loads on the Whirlpool Cabrio WED8500BW dryer.

The issue of mixed fabrics and items not drying properly on the Normal cycle of the Whirlpool Cabrio WED8500BW dryer can be addressed by following these steps:1. Check the load size: Ensure that you are not overloading the dryer drum with too many mixed fabrics and items. Overloading can restrict airflow and result in inadequate drying.2. Select the Normal cycle: Choose the Normal cycle on the dryer's control panel. This cycle uses medium heat to dry large loads of mixed fabrics and items.3. Adjust the dryness level: If the fabrics and items are consistently not drying properly, you can increase the dryness level setting. Press the Dryness Level button and select a higher dryness level to extend the drying time.4. Check for obstructions: Make sure that the lint screen is clean and free from lint buildup. Additionally, check the exhaust vent for any obstructions that may hinder airflow and affect drying performance.5. Remove fabrics and items promptly: Once the cycle is complete, promptly remove the mixed fabrics and items from the dryer to prevent them from sitting in a damp environment and potentially developing odors.By following these steps, you can help ensure that your mixed fabrics and items dry properly on the Normal cycle of the Whirlpool Cabrio WED8500BW dryer.

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