How to properly load your Whirlpool dryer:

Properly loading a dryer can aid in performance, energy efficiency, and the longevity of your clothes. An efficiently loaded dryer ensures even drying, prevents damage, and minimizes wrinkles. This guide will explain the importance of proper loading, provide a step-by-step guide, and offer tips for handling special laundry items.

Why Proper Loading Matters

Properly loading your dryer is key to achieving optimal drying efficiency. When clothes are evenly distributed throughout the drum, air circulates freely, allowing heat to penetrate fabrics more effectively. This means your laundry will dry faster, saving time and reducing the need for multiple cycles.

Correct loading also contributes to energy savings. An efficiently operating dryer consumes less energy, which benefits the environment and lowers your utility bills.   Whirlpool dryers are designed with optimal capacity in mind, so loading them correctly ensures you’re maximizing their advanced features while enjoying cost-effective laundry care.

Step-by-Step Guide to Loading Your Dryer

Properly loading a dryer is essential for achieving optimal drying results and prolonging the life of your garments. Start by sorting your laundry by fabric type and weight, grouping heavier items like towels and blankets separately from lighter fabrics such as t-shirts and undergarments. This ensures each load dries evenly, preventing heavy items from overshadowing lighter ones.

Follow these steps for the best results:

1. Place laundry in the dryer.
2. Do not tightly pack the dryer.
3. Clothes should be able to move freely.

Tips for Special Laundry Items

• Untangle items from the washer and separately add them to the dryer. Items that are twisted or tangled will take longer to dry and will likely come out of the dryer wrinkled.
• Do not overload. Clothing needs to move freely inside the dryer.
• Tie strings, belts, sashes, or other loose/strappy items before drying, or place them in an open mesh bag to prevent the load from tangling and wrinkling. Loose strings may tangle with other items in the dryer load.
• Always choose a low heat setting for delicate fabrics like lace or silk to prevent damage. Consider using a mesh laundry bag to protect these items further, minimizing the risk of snags and stretching. If your dryer features a delicate or air dry cycle, use these options for the best results.