Common Drying Problems - Kenmore 41793142300 Use & Care Manual

Features
Cycle Signal Control (some models)
When the Cycle Signal Control is ON, a signal will sound at the end of each
cycle and during the WRINKLE-RIDsetting (some models). The volume is
adjustable on some models.
Drum Light (some models)
A drum light will come on whenever the door is opened to illuminate the dryer
drum during loading and unloading. Closing the door turns off the light.
Reversible Dryer Door
Your dryer is equipped with a reversible door. The door can be hinged on the
right or left side. Refer to the INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for directions
on changing the door.
Drying Rack (some models)
Use the drying rack to dry items which should not be tumble dried.
1. Open the dryer door and remove the lint screen.
2. Insert drying rack into the dryer drum. Place the front bar under the lip of
the tint screen opening.
3. Place items to be dried on top of the rack. Weight should not exceed 10
Ibs. Leave space between items, but do not let items hang over the sides
or through the grids. Do not tumble other items when using the drying
rack.
4. Select a timed dry setting best suited for items being dried. Use only the
Air Fluff (no heat) temperature setting for items containing plastic, foam
rubber, rubber-like materials, feathers or down.
Place the front bar under 5. When items are dry, remove the rack and replace the lint screen. If lint
the lip of the lintscreen opening, screen is not in place, tumbling items could enter the exhaust system and
cause damage to the dryer.
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 SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE MEASURES
• Fabric softener sheet. • Rub fabric softener stains with bar - Add a few bath towels to small loads for
soap. Rinse and rewash, 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.
• Overloading.
• Overdrying causes static
electricity.
• Lint screen not clean
when cycle began.
• Lint is attached to "pills."
• 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.
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 screen is clean and in
place.
• Pilling is normal with
synthetic and permanent
press fabrics, This is due
to abrasion from normal
wear.
• Use a lint brush or shaver to remove .
pills. •
Use fabric softener to lubricate fibers.
When ironing,use spray starch or fabric
finish on collars and cuffs.
Turn items inside out to reduce abrasion.
• Overdrying.
• Overloading,
• Leaving items in dryer
after cycle ends.
• Irreversible condition.
• Reduce load size and tumble at
medium or low heat for 5-10 minutes, o
• Remove itemsimmediately. Hang or
fold. 6
Follow fabric care label directions.
If shrinking is a concern, check load often.
Remove items while slightly damp and
hang or lay flat to complete drying.
Block knits into shape.
Do not overload dryer.
Remove items as soon as cycle ends,