Whirlpool WED8600YW 29" Electric Steam Dryer with 7.6 cu. ft. Capacity, 11 Drying Cycles, Enhanced Touch-Up Steam Cycle, Direct Water Installation Method and Dryer Window

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About the Whirlpool WED8600YW
  • 29" Electric Steam Dryer
  • 7.6 cu. ft. Capacity
  • 11 Drying Cycles
  • Enhanced Touch-Up Steam Cycle
  • Direct Water Installation Method
  • Dryer Window
Brand:
Width:
29"
Depth:
29 1/4"
Height:
45 1/8"
Cycles:
11
Stackable:
No
Steam Cycle:
Yes
Reversible Door:
Yes
Sensor Dry:
Yes
Venting Type:
Vented
Fuel Type:
Electric
Volts:
240/208 Volts
Amps:
30
Cabrio Platinum High Efficiency Electric Dryer with Steam cycle

A high-efficiency dryer like this one is made to save time, energy and money. The 7.6 cu. ft. capacity easily handles large loads from the matching washer to help you do fewer loads each week. Relax wrinkles and refresh clothes with the Enhanced Touch Up steam cycle rather than spending time ironing. Advanced Moisture Sensing usesthree built-in sensors to monitor moisture levels and stop the drying when everything is dry. Selecting the EcoBoost option can save even more energy and offer savings of $1,157 in lifetime energy costs. Use the Quick Dry cycle with the Quick Wash cycle on a Cabrio Platinum washer and let the industry's fastest top load pair finish a small load in less than 48 minutes.

why you'll love it...

Enhanced Touch-Up Steam Cycle

Uses steam to relax wrinkles and refresh dry clothes in as little as 20 minutes.

Direct Water Installation Method

A "Y" connector delivers water from washer's existing water line directly to the dryer for easier installation and hassle-free steaming.

Dryer Window

A window on the front of the dryer door allows you to see the clothes as they tumble.
Key Features
Enhanced Touch-Up Steam Cycle
  • Uses steam to relax wrinkles and refresh dry clothes in as little as 20 minutes.
Direct Water Installation Method
  • A "Y" connector delivers water from washer's existing water line directly to the dryer for easier installation and hassle-free steaming.
Dryer Window
  • A window on the front of the dryer door allows you to see the clothes as they tumble
Advanced Moisture Sensing System
  • This high-efficiency dryer uses three built-in sensors that read incoming air temperature and outgoing air temperature while monitoring moisture levels inside the dryer, so the drying cycle can end when everything is perfectly dry.
  • This saves time and energy as well as helping to prevent overdrying.
7.6 Cu. Ft. Capacity
  • Featuring the industry's largest available capacity, these dryer models offer a 7.6 cu. ft. capacity drum that adapts to both large and small loads.
EcoBoost option
  • Saves energy by using a portion of the dryer's dual heating element and extending cycle time.
  • You'll get great drying performance while saving money on utility bills.
Eco Monitor
  • The Eco Monitor allows you to see the eco-friendliness of each cycle or option you choose.
  • The display rates energy use to show your overall eco-performance.
Wrinkle Shield Plus option
  • Help keep wrinkles from setting in to your clean clothes with intermittent tumbling after the dryer cycle ends.
  • The process lasts for up to 150 minutes or until you open the dryer door.
Quick Dry Cycle
Specifications
GTIN
Construction
Reversible Door
Reversible Side-Swing Door
Door Window
Dryer Door Window
Drum Material
Painted Steel Drum
Top Finish
Painted
Door Swing
Side Swing
Capacity
Total Capacity
7.6 Cu. Ft.
Dimensions & Weights
Gross Weight
146 lbs.
Height
45 1/8"
Depth
29 1/4"
Width
29"
Performance
Quick Dry
Yes
Drum Light
Selectable and Automatic Interior Drum Light
Wrinkle Control Time
150 Minutes
Bulky
Bulky Items
Normal
Yes
Heavy Duty
Yes
Number of Cycles
11
Vent Length
64 ft.
Wrinkle Guard
Wrinkle Shield
Number of Moisture Settings
4
End of Cycle Signal
Off / Soft / Loud End Of Cycle Signal
Number of Temperatures
5
Drying System
AMS
Lint Screen Location
Front-Mounted Lint Screen
Moisture Sensor
AccuDry
Steam Touch Up
Enhanced Touch Up
Timed Dry
Time Dry 90 min
Technical Details
Voltage
240/208 Volts
Amps
30
ADA Compliant
No
CEE Rating
Not Available
Energy Star Rated
No
Controls
Controls
Electronic Control
Product Information
Warranty Terms
1 year ? Whirlpool Appliances are backed by a one year warranty. For additional details, visit https://www.whirlpool.com/blog/kitchen/warranties.html
UPC
883049242736
Model
WED8600YW
Brand
Whirlpool
Features
Usage
Residential
Leveling Legs
Yes
Venting Type
Vented
Extra Large Lint Filter
No
Dry Rack
No
Reversible Door
Yes
Sensor Dry
Yes
Steam Cycle
Yes
Temperature Settings
5
Cycles
11
Control Type
Digital
Appearance
Color
White
Fuel Type
Electric
Type
Top Load
Stackable
No
Location of Controls
Rear
General
Series
Cabrio
Manufacturer
Whirlpool
Electrical Requirements
Electrical
240 Volts, 60 Hz, 26 Amps
Dimensions
Width
29 Inch
Capacity
7.6 Cu. Ft.
Height
45 1/8 Inch
Depth
29 1/4 Inch
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