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Care and
Cleaning
_
To reduce risk of fire or serious injury to persons or property,
comply with the
basic warnings
listed
in Important
Safety
Instructions
and
those
listed
below.
Clean lint screen after every load.
Do not store or place laundry
products
on top of dryer at any time. They can
damage
the finish or controls.
o
Beforecleaningthedryerinterior,
unplugtheelectricalpowercordtoavoidelectrical
shock hazards.
o
Do not use any type spray cleanser when cleaning dryer interior. Hazardous fumes or
electrical shock could occur.
Inside
Clean the lint screen after every load. Lint build-up
in the screen restricts air flow,
which
causes longer drying
times. The screen is located
at the bottom
of the door opening.
Remove by pulling
straight
up. Remove the lint and replace the screen.
CAUTION
- Risk of Fire - A clothes dryer produces
combustible
lint. The dryer must
be connected
to an exhaust
outdoors.
Regularly
inspect the outdoor
exhaust
opening
and remove
any accumulation
of lint around
the outdoor
exhaust
opening
and in the
surrounding
area.
Occasionally
a waxy build-up
may form on the lint screen from using dryer-added
fabric
softener
sheets. To remove this build-up,
wash the lint screen in warm, soapy water. Dry
thoroughly
and replace.
Do not operate
the dryer without
the lint screen in place.
o
If the dryer drum becomesstained
from noncolorfast
fabrics, clean the drum with a damp
cloth and a mild liquid
household
cleanser.
Remove cleanser
residue before drying the
next load.
Every 18 months
an authorized
servicer
should
clean the dryer cabinet
interior
and
exhaust
duct. These areas can collect lint and dust over time. An excessive amount
of
lint build-up
could result in inefficient
drying
and possible
fire hazard.
Outside
Clean the cabinet
with
mild soap and water.
Never
use harsh,
gritty
or abrasive
cleansers.
If the cabinet
becomes
stained,
clean with
diluted
chlorine
bleach
[1/2 cup
(120 ml) in 1 quart (.95 liter) water].
Rinse several times with
clear water.
o
Remove
glue residue
from
tape
or labels with
a mixture
of warm
water
and mild
detergent.
Or, touch
residue with
the sticky side of the tape or label.
Before
moving
the dryer,
place a strip of cardboard
or thin fiberboard
under the front
leveling
legs to prevent
damage
to floor.
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
POSSIBLECALISES
SOLUTIONS
Greasy, oily
* Fabric softener
sheet.
., Rub fabric softener stains with bar soap.
stains
Rinse and rewash.
Lint
o Overloading.
Overdrying
causes static
electricity.
Lint screen not clean when
cycle began.
Lint is attached to "pills."
Pilfing
(Fibers break off,
ball up and cling
to fabric.)
Shrinking
_ Overdrying.
Wrinkfing
., 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.
PREVENTIVEM EASURES
., 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 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.
Overloading.
Leaving items in dryer after
cycle ends.
,, Irreversible condition.
., Reduce load size and tumble at medium or
low heat for 5-10 minutes.
* Remove items immediately. Hang or fold.
4
., 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.
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