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- Page 1 USER GUIDE 16-Cycle 4.4 Cu. Ft. Front Load Electric Dryer NS-FDRE44W1/NS-FDRE44W1-C Before using your new product, please read these instructions to prevent any damage.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY .........45 Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of your new Insignia dryer. Insignia dryers feature the latest in design and capabilities and will provide reliable and trouble-free performance. ... -
Page 3: Safety And Precautions
SAFETY & PRECAUTIONS 16-Cycle 4.4 Cu. Ft. Front Load Electric Dryer SAFETY AND PRECAUTIONS WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This manual contains important information on the installation, use, and care of your appliance. Please read this manual carefully before installation and operation of this machine to prevent injury and property damage. - Page 4 SAFETY & PRECAUTIONS NS-FDRE44W1/NS-FDRE44W1-C IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: Read all instructions before using the appliance. Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this User Guide.
- Page 5 SAFETY & PRECAUTIONS 16-Cycle 4.4 Cu. Ft. Front Load Electric Dryer Packaging material can be dangerous for children. There is a risk of suffocation! Keep all packaging from children. Always check the inside of the dryer for foreign objects before loading laundry.
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Page 6: Features
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION Do not sit on top of the dryer. Because of continuing product improvements, Best Buy reserves the right to change specifications without notice. For complete details, see the Installation Instructions packed with your product before selecting cabinetry, making cutouts, or beginning installation. -
Page 7: Front Components
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 16-Cycle 4.4 Cu. Ft. Front Load Electric Dryer Front components Control panel Water reservoir Side plate Door Filter Fan cover Maintenance cover Adjustable legs (2) Back components Wiring box Drain hose www.insigniaproducts.com... -
Page 8: Control Panel
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Control panel ITEM DESCRIPTION Power Press to turn your dryer on. If your dryer is on for more than 10 minutes without any buttons being pressed, it automatically goes into stand-by. Wrinkle Press once to add the wrinkle prevent step into the operating Prevent program. - Page 9 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 16-Cycle 4.4 Cu. Ft. Front Load Electric Dryer ITEM DESCRIPTION Damp Alert Press to turn the Damp Alert function on or off. An iron indicator appears on the right side of the display. The dryer beeps for 10 seconds when the moisture in the clothes is ideal for ironing.
- Page 10 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ITEM DESCRIPTION Cycle time Displays how much time is remaining in your drying cycle. If you’re using a Manual cycle (Wool, Air Fluff, Time Dry, or Refresh), press Time Adjust to change the remaining time. Notes: • You cannot adjust the time when using a Sensor cycle. The dryer automatically adjusts the display time while drying.
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Page 11: Unpacking Your Dryer
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 16-Cycle 4.4 Cu. Ft. Front Load Electric Dryer Unpacking your dryer WARNING: • Packing materials can be dangerous to children. Keep all packing materials (such as plastic bags and polystyrene) out of the reach of children. • Do not operate your dryer on the styrofoam base. Doing so will result in serious vibration, which could cause equipment damage or result in physical injury. - Page 12 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Do not install or store your dryer in an area where it will be exposed to water or weather. Keep the dryer area clear of combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors and liquids. Your dryer produces combustible lint. Keep the area around the dryer lint-free.
- Page 13 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 16-Cycle 4.4 Cu. Ft. Front Load Electric Dryer Installing side-by-side, or in an alcove, closet, or other recessed area WARNING: No other fuel-burning appliance should be installed in the same closet as the dryer. If you install your dryer in an alcove, closet, or wall insert/recessed, the front of the closet must have two unobstructed air openings for a combined minimum total area of 72 sq.in.
- Page 14 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1 in. (2.5 cm) 2 in. (5.1 cm) 1 in. 23.4 in. (59.5 cm) 23.4 in. (59.5 cm) 1 in. (2.5 cm) (2.5 cm) 25.7 in. (65.3 cm) 2 in. 2 in. (5.1 cm) (5.1 cm) www.insigniaproducts.com...
- Page 15 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 16-Cycle 4.4 Cu. Ft. Front Load Electric Dryer Installing under a counter WARNING: No other fuel-burning appliance should be installed in the same closet as the dryer. ≥35.5 in. (≥90.1 cm) 23.4 in. 1 in. 1 in. 2.5 cm 59.5 cm 2.5 cm 42.2 in.
- Page 16 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installing your dryer and washer vertically Your dryer can be stacked on top of the NS-FWM27W1 washing machine, using the included stacking kit. See “Stacking your washer and dryer (optional)” on page 25 for stacking instructions. Leave at least two inches between your appliances’ sides and any surrounding walls.
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Page 17: Electric Requirements
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 16-Cycle 4.4 Cu. Ft. Front Load Electric Dryer Electric requirements WARNING: The wiring diagram is located on the back panel of your dryer. • Incorrectly connecting your dryer’s grounding conductor can result in electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether your dryer is correctly grounded. -
Page 18: Grounding Requirements
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Power outlet types Three-wire outlet (10-30R) Four-wire outlet (14-30R) Using a three-wire outlet If your outlet is a three-wire (three-prong) outlet, choose a three-wire power supply cord with ring or spade terminals and UL listed strain relief. The three-wire power supply cord must: •... -
Page 19: Installing Your Dryer
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 16-Cycle 4.4 Cu. Ft. Front Load Electric Dryer • If a power cord is not used and the electric dryer is to be permanently wired, this appliance must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system, or an equipment-grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead on the appliance. -
Page 20: Step-By-Step Instructions
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Step-by-step instructions Step 1: Move your dryer to the location you selected • Move your dryer to the location you selected, but do not push your dryer all the way back into the location. You need to connect the power cord before you move your dryer into its final position. - Page 21 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 16-Cycle 4.4 Cu. Ft. Front Load Electric Dryer Tighten the strain relief screws. Insert the tab on the terminal block cover into your dryer's rear panel slot, then secure the cover with a screw. WARNING: We recommend ring-type terminals. If using strap terminals, make sure that they are tightened.
- Page 22 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Connect the other wires to the outer terminal block screws. Make sure that you cross the screws through the terminal rings, then tighten the screws. Tighten the strain relief screws. Insert the tab on the terminal block cover into your dryer's rear panel slot, then secure the cover with a screw.
- Page 23 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 16-Cycle 4.4 Cu. Ft. Front Load Electric Dryer Step 4: Installing the drain hose (optional) You can set up your dryer to automatically drain water with the included drain hose. If you don’t want to connect the drain hose, water will collect in the water reservoir and you’ll need to empty it after each use.
- Page 24 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Put the hose in a floor drain. Note: When you put the hose in the washing basin or floor drain. make sure that the hose is not bent because it can slow the drainage. Step 5: Plug in your dryer Important: Before you connect the power cord, review the electric requirements in Electric requirements on page 17.
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Page 25: Stacking Your Washer And Dryer (Optional)
Before you begin, make sure that you have the correct washer model and a drill. WARNING: • This stacking kit only works with the Insignia brand washer (NS-FWM27W1) and dryer (NS-FDRE44W1/NS-FDRE44W1-C). • Installation must be performed by a qualified installer. - Page 26 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS To stack your washer and dryer: With two people, tip the dryer to one side. Attach two support pieces with two of the provided tapping screws. Support pieces Peel and stick one support piece rubber pad to each of the support pieces on the surface that will touch the washer top.
- Page 27 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 16-Cycle 4.4 Cu. Ft. Front Load Electric Dryer Tip the dryer to the other side to attach two support pieces and rubber pads. Turn the dryer feet counter-clockwise to retract them. Remove the two screws from the back of your dryer. www.insigniaproducts.com...
- Page 28 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Attach right angle rubber pads to front of washer where the front feet of the dryer will sit. With two people, one on each side, lift the dryer up and place on top of the washer. Note: We recommend that you use a lifting harness (not included). www.insigniaproducts.com...
- Page 29 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 16-Cycle 4.4 Cu. Ft. Front Load Electric Dryer Using the two connecting brackets as guides, use a 3 mm drill bit to drill holes into the washer to connect the brackets (two holes per bracket). Use the left bracket on the left side and the right bracket on the right side.
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Page 30: Using Your Dryer
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Mount the connecting brackets to the back of the washer. Note: Hand tighten the self-drilling screws. Don't use an electric screwdriver, and don't over-tighten the screws. Turn the dryer feet clockwise to tighten them until the four metal support brackets come in contact with the top of the washer and your dryer is stable in position. -
Page 31: Unloading Your Dryer
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 16-Cycle 4.4 Cu. Ft. Front Load Electric Dryer Step 3: Select the dryer cycle and options Turn the cycle selector to select a drying cycle. For more information, see Dryer options and settings on page 36. Optional: Use the control panel buttons (like Wrinkle Prevent) to customize the drying cycle. -
Page 32: Cleaning The Lint Filters
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Press and hold both the (volume) and Damp Alert buttons for three seconds. The child lock light turns on. To turn off the child lock, press and hold both the (volume) and Damp Alert buttons for three seconds. The child lock light turns off. - Page 33 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 16-Cycle 4.4 Cu. Ft. Front Load Electric Dryer Cleaning the base filter Push down on both tabs simultaneously, then tilt the base filter cover forward and remove it. Unlock three locking levers that hold the filter in place. Pull the handle to remove the base filter.
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Page 34: Emptying The Water Reservoir
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Replace the base filter and lock the three locking levers. Close the cover until you hear a clicking sound. Note: • Clean the base filter at least once every three months to prevent lint accumulation inside the dryer. •... - Page 35 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 16-Cycle 4.4 Cu. Ft. Front Load Electric Dryer Note: Pull out the water reservoir horizontally. Make sure not to spill water out of the reservoir. Make sure that you keep the reservoir level to avoid spilling water. Tilt the water reservoir and pour out the water into a sink or other drain. Reinstall the water reservoir.
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Page 36: Dryer Options And Settings
USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Dryer options and settings • • Settings in bold are initial settings. The (dot) indicates optional functions you can select. • For best results, follow the wet load size recommendations noted for each cycle. • Small load: Fill the dryer drum with three to four items, not more than 1/4 full. - Page 37 USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 16-Cycle 4.4 Cu. Ft. Front Load Electric Dryer RECOMMENDED WRINKLE TIME MAX. CYCLE DRYNESS DAMP ALERT LOAD PREVENT ADJUST AMOUNT Damp • • Sports clothes Active Less • Chemical fiber Normal Wear More Damp • • Towels Less Towel •...
- Page 38 USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS For the best results, follow these load size recommendations for each cycle: CYCLE MAX. LOAD WEIGHT RECOMMENDED LOAD Normal 8 lbs. (3.6 kg) Cotton Jeans 8 lbs. (3.6 kg) Jeans Chemical fiber (easy Perm Press 7.5 lbs. (3.4 kg) care) Small amounts of Quick Dry...
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Page 39: Special Laundry Tips
USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 16-Cycle 4.4 Cu. Ft. Front Load Electric Dryer Special laundry tips ITEMS DRYING GUIDE Bedspreads and • Follow the care label instructions or dry using the Bulky comforters cycle. • Make sure that the item is thoroughly dry before using or storing. -
Page 40: Maintaining Your Dryer
NS-FDRE44W1/NS-FDRE44W1-C Maintaining your dryer For information about cleaning your lint filters, see “Cleaning the lint filters” on page 32. Cleaning the heat exchanger WARNING: Do not touch the heat exchanger with your hand. This may cause an injury. • Clean the heat exchanger approximately once every two months. -
Page 41: Cleaning The Control Panel
16-Cycle 4.4 Cu. Ft. Front Load Electric Dryer Cleaning the control panel • Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive substances. • Do not spray cleaners directly on the panel. • The control panel finish may be damaged by some laundry pre-treatment soil and stain remover products. -
Page 42: Troubleshooting
NS-FDRE44W1/NS-FDRE44W1-C Troubleshooting CAUTION: Do not try to repair your dryer yourself. Doing so invalidates the warranty. PROBLEM SOLUTION Dryer does • Make sure that the control (child) lock is not on. not start. • Make sure the dryer door is closed completely. - Page 43 16-Cycle 4.4 Cu. Ft. Front Load Electric Dryer PROBLEM SOLUTION Dryer shuts • The dryer load is too small. Add more items or a few towels and off before the restart the cycle. clothes are • The dryer load is too large. Remove some items and restart the dried.
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Page 44: Understanding The Error Codes
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Understanding the error codes Your dryer is equipped with an automatic error-monitoring system to detect and diagnose problems at an early stage. ERROR CODE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTIONS Moisture sensor error Temperature sensor error Please contact your local service center if the problem occurs. -
Page 45: One-Year Limited Warranty
Product is determined to be defective by an authorized Insignia repair center or store personnel, Insignia will (at its sole option): (1) repair the Product with new or rebuilt parts; or (2) replace the Product at no charge with new or rebuilt comparable products or parts. - Page 46 • Damage due to incorrect operation or maintenance • Connection to an incorrect voltage or power supply • Attempted repair by any person not authorized by Insignia to service the Product • Products sold “as is” or “with all faults”...
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