Solutions To Common Problems; Common Drying Problems - Kenmore 417.8110 Series Use & Care Manual

Solutions to Common Problems
Common Drying Problems
Many drying problems involve poor cleaning results from washing_ including poor soil and stain removai_ residues of lint
and scum, and fabric damage. For satisfactory drying results0 follow these suggestions provided by The Soap and Deter-
gent Association.
PROBLEM
Greasy, oily
stains
Lint
Pilling
(Fibers break
off, ball up and
cling to fabric.)
Shrinking
Wrinkling
POSSIBLE CAUSES
* Fabric softener sheet.
* Overloading.
* Overdrying causes static
electricity.
* Lint screen not clean when
cycle began.
* Lint "pills" clinging to fabric
* Overdrying.
* Temperature too high.
" Overdrying.
" Overloading.
" Leaving items in dryer after
cycle ends.
SOLUTIONS
* Rub fabric softener stains with bar
soap. Rinse and rewash.
" 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.
* Use a lint brush or shaver to re-
move lint pills.
" Irreversible condition.
* Reduce load size and tumble
at medium or low heat for 5-10
minutes.
* Remove items immediately. Hang
or fold.
PREVENTIVE MEASURES
" 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 filter is clean and in
place.
* 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 and
hang or lay fiat to complete drying.
* Block knits into shape.
* Do not overload dryer.
* Remove items as soon as cycle ends.
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