Sorting Loads; Loading The Dryer - Kenmore 796.6142 Series Use & Care Manual

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including the Impo_anf Safe_ instructions, before operating thls dryer.
SORTING LOADS
Fabric Care Labels
Most articles of clothing feature fabric care labels that
include instructions for proper care.
dry
Dry N_rmal Permanent Press/
wffnkJe resistant
Gentle/ Do n_t Do not dry
aelicate tumb!e dry (used with do
not wash)
High Medium Low No heat/air
Group Similar items
For best results, sort clothes into loads that can be dried
with the same drying cycle.
Different fabrics have different care requirements, and
some fabrics will dry more quickly than others. For best
fabric care results, always dry fabrics with similar care
requirements together.
LOADING THE DRYER
WARNING: To red=e t he r isk o f
f ire,
electric shock, or injury to persons when using this
appliance, follow basic precautions, including the
foffowing:
* Check all pockets to make sure that they are empty.
Items such as clips, pens, coins, and keys can damage
both your dryer and your clothes. Flammable objects
such as lighters or matches could ignite, causing a fire.
Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death.
• Never dry clothes that have been exposed to oil,
gasoline, or other flammable substances. Washing
clothes will not completely remove oil residues. Failure
to obey this warning can resuff in fire, explosion,
or death.
Loading Tips
"Combine large and small items in the same load.
• Damp clothes will expand as they dry. Do not overload
the dryer; clothes require room to tumble and
dry properly.
• Close zippers, hooks, and drawstrings to prevent these
items from snagging or tangling on other clothes.
CHECK THE LINT FILTER BEFORE EVERY LOAD
Every time the dryer is turned on, the CHECK FILTER
light will blink as a reminder to make sure the filter is
clean. Always make sure the lint filter is clean before
starting a new load; a clogged lint filter wilt increase
drying times. To cleon_ pull the lint filter straight up and
roll
any lint off the filter with your fingers. Do not rinse
or wash the filter to remove lint. Push the lint fiffer firmly
back into place,
Always ensure the lint filter is properly installed before
running the dryer. Running the dryer with a loose or
missing lint fifter may damage the dryer and articles in
the dryer.
Unt
Filter
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