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Features
o,
Usethedrying
rackto dryitemswhich
should
not betumbled.
Cycle Signal Control
(some models)
When the Cycle Signal Control isON, a signal will sound atthe end of eacl_cycle and
during the Press Saver setting (some models). The volume is adjustable on some
models.
Drum
Light
(some models)
A drum light will come on whenever the door isopened to illuminate the dryer drum
during loading and unloading. Closing the door turns off the light.
Drying
Rack (some models)
Use the drying rack to dry items which should not be tumble dried.
I.
Open the dryer door and remove the lint screen.
2.
Insert drying rack intothe dryer drum. Placethe front bar under the lip of the lint
screen opening.
3.
Placeitems to be dried on top of rack. Weight should not exceed I0 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.
5.
When items are dry, remove the rack and replace the lint screen. If lint screen
isnot 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
POSSIBLECAUSES
SOLUTIONS
PREVENTIVE MEASURES
Greasy, oily
,Fabric softener
sheet.
,Rub fabric softener stains with bar
*Add a few bath towels to small loads for proper
stains
soap.
tumbling.
Rinse and rewash.
,Some "silk-like" fabrics should be air dried.
,Use proper drying temperature.
,Place fabric softener sheet on top of load before
starting the dryer.
Lint
, Overloading.
,Reduce load size and rewash using
,Do not overload dryer.
, Overdrying causes static
liquid
,Use fabric softener in washer or dryer to reduce
electricity,
fabric softener in the final rinse,
static electricity.
,Lint screen not clean when
,Or, add a fabric softener sheet and
,Remove items when they are slightly damp to
cycle began,
tumble without
heat.
avoid overdrying.
,Lint is attached to "pills."
,Use lint brush or roller to remove lint.
,Check that lint screen is clean and in place.
Pilfing
(Fibers break off,
ball up and cling
to fabric.)
Shrinking
Wrinkling
,Pilling is normal with
synthetic
and permanent
press fabrics. This is due to
abrasion from
normal
wear.
,Overdrying.
,Overloading.
,Leaving items in dryer after
cycle ends.
• Use a lint brust_ or st_aver to remove
pills.
• irreversible condition.
• Reduce load size and tumble at
medium
or low heat for 5-10 minutes.
• Remove items immediately.
Hang or
fold.
8
,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.
,Follow fabric care label directions.
,If shrinking is a concern, check load often.
,Remove items while slightly damp.
,Block knits into shape.
,Lay flat to complete drying.
,Do not overload dryer.
,Remove items as soon as cycle ends.
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