Frigidaire FEZ831CFS1 Owner's Manual page 8

Features
o,
Jse the drying rack to dry items which should
not be tumbled.
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 dru m 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, oSome "silk-like" fabrics should be air dried.
oUse proper drying temperature.
_Place fabric softener sheet on top of load before
starting the dryer.
Lint ', Overloading. oReduce load size and rewash using _Do not overload dryer.
Overdrying causes static liquid oUse fabric softener in washer or dryer to reduce
electricity, fabric softener in the final rinse, static electricity.
_Lint screen not clean when oOr, 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
oPilling is normal with
synthetic and permanent
press fabrics. This is due to
abrasion from normal
wear.
_Overdrying.
_Ovedoading.
_Leaving items in dryer after
cycle ends.
• Use a lint brustq or stqaver to remove
pills.
• irreversible condition.
• Reduce load size and tumble at
medium
or low heat for 5-10 minutes.
oRemove items immediately. Hang or
fold.
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_Use fabric softener to lubricate fibers.
oWhen ironing, use spray starch or fabric finish on
collars and cuffs.
_Turn items inside out to reduce abrasion.
_Follow fabric care label directions.
_lf shrinking is a concern, check load often.
_Remove items while slightly damp.
oBIock knits into shape.
_Lay flat to complete drying.
_Do not overload dryer.
_Remove items as soon as cycle ends.