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Page 1: Table Of Contents
UseAndCam LARGE CAPACITY ELECTRIC AND GAS DRYERS A Note To You l:SZF- Parts And Features Operating instructions plirig For Your Laundry Guide LJfooz Assistance Warranty MODELS EL2020W Gl2020W EL3030W GL3030W... -
Page 2: A Note To You
A Note To You Thank you for buying You have purchased a quality, worfd-c/ass home appliance. into its manufacturing. To ensure that you will enjoy many years of trouble-free developed this Use and Care Guide. lt is full of valuable information on how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely. -
Page 3: L:szf
Important To reduce the risk of fire, electrical stiock, or injury to persons when using your dryer, follow basic precautions, Read all instructions before uslng the dryer. NEVER dry items deaned. washed, soaked in or spotted with wax, paint, gasoline or flammable fluids in the dryer. -
Page 4: Parts And Features
Parts And Features Your dryer’s parts and features are illustrated in this section. Become familiar with all parts and features before using your appliance. Cycle control knob Temperature selector (EL303OW/GL303OW) Model and serlel number plate Control panels ELZOZOW and GLZOZOW Start button Unt screen Dryer drum... -
Page 5: Operating Instructions
Operating In This Section Starttng your dryer ..........5 Your Roper dryer is designed for ease of operation and maximum drying efficiency. - Page 6 Drying damage them or be a FIRE HAZARD. TYPE OF LOAD RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE FABRtCS Foam Rubber-Pillows. bras, stuffed toys Plastic-Shower curtains, tabledoths Rubber-Backed Rugs Olefin, Poiypro~yk3ne, Sheer nylon l sse page 8. 2. Set the Temperature Selector temperature setting (EL303OW and GL3030W onlv).
- Page 7 3. Push the Start Button to start the dryer. 4. To stop and restart the dryer: Open the door or turn the Cycle Control Knob to OFF to stop the dryer. Close the door, select a cycle (ii necessary) and push the Start Button to restart the dryer. 5.
- Page 8 The AIR cycle Fire Hazard Do not dry plastic or rubber items with heat. Use AIR or line dry. Failure to do so could result in fire or damaged items. The dryer does not heat when the Cycle Control Knob is on AIR (El202OW and GL2020W) or the Temperature Selector is turned to AIR (EL3030W and GL3030W).
- Page 9 Caring For Your Dryer In This Section Cleaning the lint scraen ... Unt screen maintenance Cleaning the lint screen The lint screen is located under a lid on top of the dryer. Clean ft before each load. A screen blocked by lint can increase drying time. Open the lid and pull the lint screen straight out.
- Page 10 Cleaning the dryer ElectrIcal Shock and Personal In]ury Hazard Turn off the electrical power before cleaning the interior. Make sure the dryer is cool. Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or injury. Flre Hazard Use non-flammable cleaner. Failure to do so could resuft in an explosion.
- Page 11 Lint removal Lint can gather inside the dryer and be a fuel for fire. lt is recommended the lint be removed every 2 to 3 years, or more often, depending on dryer usage. Cleaning should be done by a qualified person.
- Page 12 If your dryer is gas and has a full front panel, remove panel as follows: 1. Unplug the power supply cord or turn off the electriil power. 2. Open lint screen lid. Remove two xrews lint screen area. 3. Open top by pulling forward and up at each front cOrner (see view A).
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Page 13: Laundry Guide
Laundry In This Section Common laundering problems UP I...-...~...”..~...~ WIna Dryer fabric wftners ..This section will help you solve laundry problems and improve your drying resufts. Common laundering PROBLEM Greasy spots Dryer fabric softeners were used Undiluted washer fabric softener was used Enough detergent was used kerns were clean before they... - Page 14 PROBLEM Shrlnklng kerns are overdried Fabric type and quality is suitable for drying Slow drying There is a large amount of moisture in the load to be dried Cold rinse water is used Room air temperature 45°F (7°C) Dryer is exhausted according to Installation Instructions Lint screen is clogged Exhaust duct or outside exhaust...
- Page 15 Drying tips Articles to be ironed should be removed from the dryer while still damp. Dry only clean items. Soiled items can leave stains on the dryer drum. These stains can be picked up by other items in the bad. Dryer heat may permanently Dryer fabric softeners Dryer fabric softeners are recommended...
- Page 16 If You Need Assistance Or Service This section is designed to help you save the cost of a service call. First we outline possible problems, their causes and their solutions. However, you may still need assistance or service. When calling our Consumer Assistance Center for help or calling for service, you will need to provide a complete descrip- tion of the problem, your appliance’s...
- Page 17 2. If you need assistance Call our toll-free telephone number. from anywhere In the U.S.: 1 -BOO-M-ROPER (1-800-447-6737) and talk with one of our trained consultants. consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or, il service is necessary, recommend a qualified service company in your area.
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Page 20: Warranty
D. Damage to appliance caused by accident, misuse, fire, flood, acts of God, or use of products not approved by us. E. Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized This Roper appliance is warranted by Whirlpool Corporation. under this warranty for incidental or consequential same time period stated in the express warranties for Roper Brand Appliances.