Drying Problems; Preventive Measures - Frigidaire Dryer Use & Care Manual

Common Drying Problems
Many drying problems involve poor cleaning results, poor soil and stain removal, residues of lint and scum, and fabric
damage. For satisfactory drying results, follow these suggestions provided by The Soap and Detergent Association.
PROBLEM
Greasy, oily
stains
Lint
Pilling
(Fibers break
off, ball up and
cling to fabric.)
Shrinking
Wrinkling
POSSIBLE CAUSES PREVENTIVE MEASURES
- Fabric softener sheet. -
- Overloading.
- Overdrying causes static
electricity.
- Lint screen not clean when -
cycle began.
- Lint is attached to "pills." -
- Overdrying.
- Temperature too high.
SOLUTIONS
- Rub fabric softener stains with
bar soap. Rinse and rewash.
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Reduce load size and rewash -
using liquid fabric softener in the -
final rinse.
Or, add a fabric softener sheet -
and tumble without heat.
Use lint brush or roller to remove -
lint.
- Use a lint brush or shaver to
remove pills.
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- Irreversible condition. -
- Overloading.
- Leaving items in dryer after
cycle ends.
- Overdrying.
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- Reduce load size and tumble at -
medium or low heat for 5-10
minutes.
- Remove items immediately. Hang
or fold.
Add a few bath towels to small loads
for proper tumbling.
Some "silk-like" fabrics should be air
dried.
Use proper drying temperature.
Place fabric softener sheet on top of
load before starting the dryer.
Do not overload dryer.
Use fabric softener in washer or dryer
to reduce static electricity.
Remove items when they are slightly
damp to avoid overdrying.
Check that lint filter is clean and in
place.
Use fabric softener to lubricate fibers.
When ironing, use spray starch or
fabric finish on collars and cuffs.
Turn items inside out to reduce abra-
sion.
Follow fabric care label directions.
If shrinking is a concern, check load
often.
Remove items while slightly damp and
hang or lay fiat to complete drying.
Block knits into shape.
Do not overload dryer.
Remove items as soon as cycle ends.