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Whirlpool - Cabrio 8.8 Cu. Ft. 23-Cycle Steam Electric Dryer - White

Model: WED8500DW
SKU: 8790101
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  • Key Specs
    • Product Height: 42.25 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Width: 29 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Depth: 32 1/4 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Depth With Door Open: 56 1/4 inches (Measurement from the back of the product to its front, with door fully open.)
    • Capacity: 8.8 cubic feet
    • Steam Function: true (In washers, this feature may be employed before, during, or after the main wash cycle. Steam aids in stain removal, activating detergent, sanitizing, and softening wrinkles. In dryers, this feature can be used to remove wrinkles or quickly freshen clothing items.)
    • Dryer Heating Source: Electric
    • Moisture Sensor: true (This feature automatically senses moisture levels of the items in the cycle to determine the proper drying time.)
    • Stackable: false (To stack with similar products, ensure that the necessary support and/or installation hardware is in place to reduce safety hazards.)
    • Color Finish: Red
  • General
    • Product Name: Cabrio 8.8 Cu. Ft. 23-Cycle Steam Electric Dryer
    • Brand: Whirlpool
    • Model Number: WED8500DW
    • Color Finish: Red
  • Dimensions
    • Product Height: 42.25 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Width: 29 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Depth: 32 1/4 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Depth With Door Open: 56 1/4 inches (Measurement from the back of the product to its front, with door fully open.)
    • Product Weight: 159 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
  • Capacity
    • Capacity: 8.8 cubic feet
  • Features
    • Steam Function: true (In washers, this feature may be employed before, during, or after the main wash cycle. Steam aids in stain removal, activating detergent, sanitizing, and softening wrinkles. In dryers, this feature can be used to remove wrinkles or quickly freshen clothing items.)
    • Water Source: Fill hose
    • Dryer Heating Source: Electric
    • Automatic Temperature Control: true (This feature regulates hot and cold temperatures of the water or air within the appliance in order to keep them in the optimal range for each cycle.)
    • Moisture Sensor: true (This feature automatically senses moisture levels of the items in the cycle to determine the proper drying time.)
    • End-Of-Cycle Signal: true (An audible alert and/or visual indicator that notifies you when a pre-selected cycle is complete.)
    • Vibration Reduction: true (Additional features, such as sensors that adjust spin speeds or weights that counter unbalanced loads, help to minimize vibration for smoother, quieter operation.)
    • Interior Light(s): true
  • Design
    • Reversible Door Hinge: true
    • Exhaust Vent Location: Rear
    • 4-Way Venting: false (The appliance has four possible vent locations (right, left, front, or rear), which allows for placement versatility.)
    • Control Type: Digital
    • Control Location: Rear panel
    • Drum Material: Powdercoat
    • Drying Rack: false
    • Window: true
  • Cycle Specifications
    • Number Of Drying Cycles: 23
    • Drying Cycles: What to Dry: Mixed, Casuals, Towels, Delicates, Bulky/Sheets How to Dry: Normal, Sanitize, Gentle, Heavy Duty, Timed Dry (Dryers typically have multiple pre-programmed drying cycles to accommodate various fabrics and materials. These often include Normal/Regular, Permanent Press/Wrinkle Reduction, Heavy Duty, and Delicate/Gentle.)
    • Options and Programs: Steam Refresh, Wrinkle Shield Plus Option with Steam, Quad Baffles, EcoBoost Option, EcoBoost Option, Sanitize, Moisture Sensor
    • Number of Temperature Settings: 5
    • Temperature Settings: No Heat, Low, Medium, High, Hot
  • Compatibility
    • Pedestal Available: false
    • Stackable: false (To stack with similar products, ensure that the necessary support and/or installation hardware is in place to reduce safety hazards.)
  • Included
    • Fill Hoses Included: true
  • Certifications Listings & Approvals
    • ENERGY STAR Certified: true (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
  • Other
    • UPC: 883049332352

With 23 cycles and an advanced moisture-sensing system, this 8.8 cu. ft. Whirlpool Cabrio WED8500DW electric dryer thoroughly removes moisture from a variety of fabric types. Noise reduction and vibration reduction help ensure quiet operation.

Laundry Buying Guide

  • Rear-panel digital controls: Make operation simple.
  • 8.8 cu. ft. capacity: Accommodates large loads.
  • 23 cycles: Include bulky/sheets, casual, mixed and towels with normal, sanitize, gentle, steam refresh and timed dry options, as well as delicate with normal, gentle and timed dry options for versatile use.
  • Powdercoat drum: Helps remove wrinkles from fabrics.
  • Noise reduction: Along with quad baffles creates a durable design.
  • Vibration reduction: Promotes quiet operation.
  • End-of-cycle signal: Helps keep the dryer stable.
  • Interior lights: Alerts you when it's time to remove your laundry.
  • Reversible door: Illuminates the drum for visibility.
Whats Included
  • Electric cord and vent kit are sold separately and are not included
  • Whirlpool Cabrio 8.8 Cu. Ft. 23-Cycle Steam Electric Dryer

Q: do you half to use the steam opt? or can you us it as a regular dryer

A: Kent, This Dryer has a steam cycle as an additional option that you can add to a drying cycle.

Q: I want to connect up with my Samsung s10 can I do that and is so how

A: Hi Sunshine, this model doesn't have the wifi connectivity feature .Thank you for your inquiry on our Whirlpool appliances.

Q: Steam Option

A: It requires hook up to the cold water line.

Q: Where is the lint trap located?

A: The lint trap is located just inside the dryer at the front.