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Features
Cycle Signal
Control
(some models)
When the Cycle Signal Control isON, a signal will sound at the end of each 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.
Use the drying rack to dry items which should
not be tumbled.
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. Placethe front bar under the lip of the lint
screen opening.
3.
Placeitems to be dried on top of 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.
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
POSSIBLE CAUSES
SOLU_ONS
Greasy, oily
oFabric softener
sheet,
oRub fabric softener stains with bar
stains
soap.
Rinse and rewash.
Lint
Pilling
(Fibers break off,
ball up and cling
to fabric.)
Shrinking
Wrinkling
PREVENTIVE MEASURES
oAdd a few bath towels to small loads for proper
tumbling.
oSome "silkqike" fabrics should be air dried.
oUse proper drying temperature.
oPlace fabric softener sheet on top of load before
starting the dryer.
• Overloading.
• Overdrying
causes static
electricity.
oLint screen not clean when
cycle began.
oLint is attached to "pills."
oPilling is normal with
synthetic
and permanent
press fabrics. This is due to
abrasion from
normal
wear.
,Overdrying.
oOverloading.
oLeaving items in dryer after
cycle ends.
oReduce load size and rewash using
liquid
fabric softener in the final rinse.
oOr, add a fabric softener sheet and
tumble without
heat.
oUse lint brush or roller to remove lint.
• Use a lint brush or shaver to remove
pills.
olrreversible condition.
oReduce load size and tumble at
medium
or low heat for 5-10 minutes.
oRemove items immediately.
Hang or
fold.
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oDo not overload dryer.
oUse fabric softener in washer or dryer to reduce
static electricity.
oRemove items when they are slightly damp to
avoid overdrying.
oCheck that lint screen is clean and in place.
• Use fabric softener to lubricate fibers.
oWhen ironing, use spray starch or fabric finish on
collars and cuffs.
oTurn items inside out to reduce abrasion.
oFollow fabric care label directions.
olf shrinking is a concern, check load often.
oRemove items while slightly damp.
oBIock knits into shape.
oLay flat to complete drying.
oDo not overload dryer.
oRemove items as soon as cycle ends.
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