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Whirlpool WED5500X[W]

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$584.10 - $659.00

Summary: This Whirlpool full-sized dryer offers:
• Moisture sensor
• Electronic controls.
• On/off end of cycle signal.
• Drum light.

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About - Whirlpool WED5500X[W]
The Whirlpool WED5500X[W] is part of the clothes dryer test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, electric dryer models like the WED5500X[W] are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below. Drying performance: This score combines performance on three types of laundry loads of different sizes and fabric mixes: A 12-lb. load, predominantly cotton, representing a family's large weekly load; an 8-lb. load of cotton/polyester blend clothing; and a 3-lb. load of synthetic delicates, women's pajamas, nightgowns, bras and underwear. Capacity: Among the models we tested, drum volume varied from about 6 to 8.0 cu. ft. Convenience: For this measurement, we judged controls and ergonomics, such as ease of loading and unloading, servicing the lint filter, whether the door could clear a tall basket, and whether the machine has a raised edge to contain spills.

About - Whirlpool WED5500X[W]

The Whirlpool WED5500X[W] is part of the clothes dryer test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, electric dryer models like the WED5500X[W] are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Drying performance:: This score combines performance on three types of laundry loads of different sizes and fabric mixes: A 12-lb. load, predominantly cotton, representing a family's large weekly load; an 8-lb. load of cotton/polyester blend clothing; and a 3-lb. load of synthetic delicates, women's pajamas, nightgowns, bras and underwear.
Capacity:: Among the models we tested, drum volume varied from about 6 to 8.0 cu. ft.
Convenience:: For this measurement, we judged controls and ergonomics, such as ease of loading and unloading, servicing the lint filter, whether the door could clear a tall basket, and whether the machine has a raised edge to contain spills.

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About This Brand
This brand, known for innovation, markets itself as the brand that cares about the family and the environment. It offers a wide range of choices in lines that include Whirlpool, Duet, Duet Sport, Duet Steam, Cabrio, Cabrio Steam. Some Whirlpool dryers use steam to freshen up clothing or remove wrinkles. Prices for Whirlpool dryers range from $350 to $1,300.
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About This Brand

This brand, known for innovation, markets itself as the brand that cares about the family and the environment. It offers a wide range of choices in lines that include Whirlpool, Duet, Duet Sport, Duet Steam, Cabrio, Cabrio Steam. Some Whirlpool dryers use steam to freshen up clothing or remove wrinkles. Prices for Whirlpool dryers range from $350 to $1,300.

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Features & Specs - Whirlpool WED5500X[W]
Stainless-steel drum A stainless-steel drum is likely to resist damage better than plastic and painted metal drums. Stainless-steel drum	No
Porcelain top A porcelain top resists scratching better than a painted one but generally adds to a dryer's cost. Painted tops, far more common, are often quite durable with normal use. Porcelain top	No
Drying rack The rack attaches inside the drum to keep items such as sneakers or sweaters from tumbling. Drying rack	No
Custom programs This feature allows you to save your favorite settings. Custom programs	No
Steam option Generally, a water hook-up is required with this feature. In this cycle, a small amount of water is sprayed into the drum while tumbling with heat. It helps to reduce wrinkles and odors, but is intended only for a few garments at a time. Steam option	No
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By garyo

from yorba linda

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Does not dry

1/7/2013

Pros

Easy To Use

Energy Efficient

Large Capacity

Quiet

Cons

Best Uses

Comment:

We bought the dryer at Costco with the matching washer. We frequently have to run the clothes two cycles in order to dry completely. We returned the washer too due to poor performance. See review

How long have you owned it:

Three-to-six months

Bottom Line

No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

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