Crosley 3977631 Use And Care Manual

120-volt compact electric dryer

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3977631
120-Volt
Compact
Electric
Dryer
A Note to You....................2
Dryer Safety ......................3
Instructions.......................5
Using Your Dryer ............14
Loading ...........................15
and setting ......................15
Dryer ...............................18
Troubleshooting .............20
Warranty ..........................24
1-800-253-1301
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    3977631 120-Volt Compact Electric Dryer A Note to You...2 Dryer Safety ...3 Installation Instructions...5 Parts and Features...13 Using Your Dryer ...14 Starting your dryer ...…14 End of cycle signal...15 Loading ...15 Selecting the right cycle and setting ...15 Caring for Your Dryer ...18...
  • Page 2: A Note To You

    A Note to You Thank you for buying a CROSLEY To ensure that you enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It is full of valuable information about how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely.
  • Page 3: Dryer Safety

    Dryer Safety Your safety and the safety of others is very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appli- ance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
  • Page 4 DRYER SAFETY IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the dryer, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Read all instructions before using the dryer. • Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer.
  • Page 5: Installation Instructions

    Installation Instructions Read the “Dryer Safety” section of your dryer’s Use and Care guide, and completely read these installation instructions before beginning installation. Before starting installation wWARNING Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer. Place dryer at least 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor for a garage installation.
  • Page 6: Electrical Requirements

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Electrical Requirements WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. •...
  • Page 7 How to install your dryer Now that you’ve unpacked your dryer, check to be sure you have removed the parts bag from the drum. Remove the tape that holds the drum to the cabinet. Move the drum by hand to make certain all tape has been removed.
  • Page 8: Exhaust Requirements

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Exhaust requirements Your dryer must be properly vented to achieve maximum drying efficiency. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. • Do not exhaust dryer into a chimney, a wall, a ceiling, or a concealed space of a building. •...
  • Page 9 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Before installing the exhaust system, be Wire exhaust guard sure to remove the wire exhaust guard that is located at the exhaust outlet. Use duct tape to seal all joints. Do not use screws to secure vent. Lint may catch on screws.
  • Page 10 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Determining vent length NOTE: Check periodically to ensure that the outside exhaust hood is not blocked. The maximum length of the exhaust system depends upon: • The type of vent (rigid or flexible metal). • The number of elbows (90° turns) used. To determine maximum vent length: 1.
  • Page 11 Recessed area and closet installation NOTE: Check codes requirements. Some codes limit or do not permit installation of clothes dryers in garages, closets, mobile homes, or sleeping quarters. Contact your local building inspector. • This dryer may be installed in a recessed area or closet.
  • Page 12: Mobile Home Installation

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Mobile home installation NOTE: Check codes requirements. Some codes limit or do not permit installation of clothes dryers in garages, closets, mobile homes, or sleeping quarters. Contact your local building inspector. The exhaust vent must be securely fastened to a non-combustible portion of the mobile home structure and must not terminate beneath the mobile home.
  • Page 13: Parts And Features

    Parts and Features Start button (p. 14) Model and serial number label (p. 2) Dryer drum Optional mounting kits You can mount your compact dryer above your compact washer using one of the following: • Stack Kit for free-standing installation. Part No.
  • Page 14: Using Your Dryer

    Using Your Dryer WARNING Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer. Do not dry anything that has ever had anything flammable on it (even after washing). Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, explosion, or fire. Starting your dryer Before using your dryer, wipe the dryer drum with a damp cloth to remove dust from...
  • Page 15: End Of Cycle Signal

    End of cycle signal The dryer sounds a signal to let you know when the cycle is finished. The signal is not adjustable and cannot be turned off. Loading Loading suggestions This table shows the maximum load you can place in your compact dryer. Expect longer drying times.
  • Page 16 USING YOUR DRYER Automatic Permanent Press/ Regular Cycle Dry most loads using the Energy Preferred Automatic Setting. Your Automatic cycle shuts off when the selected dryness is reached. The Cycle and Temperature Control knob will not move until the load is almost dry. After the cool-down, the knob automatically turns to an Off area and tumbling stops.
  • Page 17 Selecting the right cycle and setting TYPE OF LOAD COTTONS AND LINENS Extra heavy–Bedspreads, mattress pads, quilts Heavyweight–Towels, jeans, corduroys, work clothes Mediumweight–Sheets, cotton underwear, diapers Lightweight–Batistes, organdies, lingerie PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS AND BLENDS Heavyweight–Work clothes, jackets, raincoats Mediumweight–Shirts, play clothes, sheets, slacks Lightweight–Lingerie, blouses, dresses KNITS...
  • Page 18: Caring For Your Dryer

    Caring for Your Dryer Cleaning the lint screen Every load cleaning The lint screen is located inside the dryer drum, on the back wall. Clean it before starting each load. A screen blocked by lint can increase drying time. To clean: 1.
  • Page 19: Cleaning The Dryer Interior

    Cleaning the dryer interior Garments which contain unstable dyes, such as denim blue jeans or brightly colored cotton items, may discolor the dryer interior. These stains are not harmful to your dryer and will not stain future loads of clothes. It is helpful to dry unstable dye items inside out to prevent dye transfer.
  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Common drying problems PROBLEM CAUSE Not drying • The compact dryer operates at satisfactorily a lower wattage. • Exhaust opening is blocked. • Lint screen is clogged with lint. • Restricted air movement. Exhaust vent or outside exhaust hood is clogged with lint. •...
  • Page 21: Common Drying Problems

    Common drying problems PROBLEM CAUSE Lint in load • Lint screen is clogged. • Improper sorting. • Load is too big or heavy. • Load is overdried. • Paper or tissue in pockets. • Pilling being mistaken for lint. Stains on •...
  • Page 22: Assistance Or Service

    Please know the purchase date, and the complete model and serial number of your appliance (see the “A Note to You” section). This information will help Whirlpool better respond to your request. Consultants provide assistance with: • Installation information •...
  • Page 23 NOTES...
  • Page 24: Warranty

    Outside the United States, a different warranty may apply. For details, contact Whirlpool Corporation. Whirlpool Corporation is responsible for providing any in-warranty service covered in this warranty.

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