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Use & Care Guide

IQ-Touch™ Front-Load Gas & Electric Dryer

Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien

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2 Finding Information

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Table of contents

Finding information ......................................................... 2

SAFETY ....... .............................................................. 3-5

Features .......................................................................... 6

Operating Instructions ............................................... 7-18

• Getting Started ........................................................... 7

• Normal Operating Sounds .......................................... 7

• Operating Your Dryer ............................................... 8-9

• Drying Temperature .................................................. 13

• Dryness Level ........................................................... 14

• Options ................................................................ 15-16

• Dryer Features .......................................................... 17

• Dryer Settings Chart ................................................. 18

Care & Cleaning ............................................................ 19

Solutions to Common Problems ............................. 20-21

• Common Drying Problems ....................................... 20

• Service Prevention Checklist .................................... 21

Warranty Information .................................................... 22

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Safety

Important Safety Instructions

Recognize safety symbols, words and labels

Your safety and the safety of others is very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in the Use and Care Guide, Installation

Instructions and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

Safety items throughout this manual are labeled with a WARNING or CAUTION based on the risk type as described below:

This symbol alerts you to situations that may cause serious body harm, death or property damage.

This symbol alerts you to situations that may cause bodily injury or property damage.

NOTE

The instructions appearing in this Use and

Care Guide are not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur.

Common sense and caution must be practiced when installing, operating and maintaining any appliance.

WARNING

For your safety the following information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fi re or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or death.

Do not store or use gasoline or other fl ammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

• Do not try to light any appliance.

• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.

• Clear the room, building or area of all occupants.

• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.

• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fi re department.

Installation and service must be performed by a qualifi ed installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

Save these instructions for future reference.

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Grounding type wa

Do not, under an cumstances, cut, remo ve, ypass th e gr ong.

Avoid fi re hazard or electrical shock. Do not use an adaptor plug or extension cord or remove grounding prong from electrical power cord. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fi re or death.

4 Safety

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fi re, electrical shock, or injury to persons when using this dryer, comply with the basic warnings listed below. Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow these Important Safety Instructions:

PREVENT FIRE

• Do not dry items that have been previously cleaned in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, cleaning solvents, kerosene, waxes, etc. Do not store these items on or near the dryer. These substances give off vapors that could ignite or explode.

• Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer. Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fi re.

• Do not dry articles containing rubber, plastic or similar materials such as bras, galoshes, bath mats, rugs, bibs, baby pants, plastic bags and pillows that may melt or burn. Some rubber materials, when heated, can under certain circumstances produce fi re by spontaneous combustion.

• Clean the lint screen before or after each load.

The interior of the dryer, lint screen housing and exhaust duct should be cleaned approximately every 18 months by qualifi ed service personnel.

An excessive amount of lint build-up in these areas could result in ineffi cient drying and possible fi re. See Care and Cleaning.

WARNING

FIRE HAZARD

A clothes dryer produces combustible lint.

The dryer must be connected to an outdoors exhaust. Regularly inspect the outdoor exhaust opening and remove any accumulation of lint around the opening and in the surrounding area.

• Do not operate the dryer if the lint screen is blocked, damaged or missing. Fire hazard, overheating and damage to fabrics can occur.

• Do not obstruct the fl ow of ventilating air. Do not stack or place laundry or throw rugs against the front or back of the dryer.

• Do not spray any type of aerosol into, on or near dryer at any time.

• Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric softener or product.

• Do not continue to use the dryer if you hear squeaking, grinding, rubbing or other unusual noises. This could be a sign of mechanical breakdown and lead to fi re or serious injury.

Contact a qualifi ed technician immediately.

• Failure to comply with these warnings could result in fi re, explosion, serious bodily injury and/ or damage to the rubber or plastic parts of the dryer.

PROTECT CHILDREN

• Do not allow children to play on or in the dryer.

Close supervision of children is necessary when the dryer is used near children. As children grow, teach them the proper, safe use of all appliances.

• Destroy the carton, plastic bag and other packing materials after the dryer is unpacked. Children might use them for play. Cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads or plastic sheets can become airtight chambers.

• Keep laundry products out of children’s reach.

To prevent personal injury, observe all warnings on product labels.

• Before the dryer is removed from service or discarded, remove the dryer door to prevent accidental entrapment.

• Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries.

Safety

Important Safety Instructions, continued

PREVENT INJURY

• To prevent shock hazard and assure stability during operation, the dryer must be installed and electrically grounded by a qualifi ed service person in accordance with local codes. Installation instructions are packed in the dryer for the installer’s reference. Refer to INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONS for detailed grounding procedures. If the dryer is moved to a new location, have it checked and reinstalled by a qualifi ed service person.

• To prevent personal injury or damage to the dryer, the electrical power cord of a gas dryer must be plugged into a properly grounded and polarized 3-prong outlet. The third grounding prong must never be removed. Never ground the dryer to a gas pipe. Do not use an extension cord or an adaptor plug.

• ALWAYS disconnect the dryer from the electrical supply before attempting any service or cleaning. Failure to do so can result in electrical shock or injury.

• Do not use any type spray cleanser when cleaning dryer interior. Hazardous fumes or electrical shock could occur.

• To prevent injury, do not reach into the dryer if the drum is moving. Wait until the dryer has stopped completely before reaching into the drum.

PREVENT INJURY AND DAMAGE TO THE

DRYER

• All repairs and servicing must be performed by an authorized servicer unless specifi cally recommended in this Use & Care Guide. Use only authorized factory parts.

• Do not tamper with controls.

• Do not install or store the dryer where it will be exposed to the weather.

• A thermal limiter switch automatically turns off the motor in the unlikely event of an overheated situation (electric dryers only). A service technician must replace the thermal limiter switch after correcting the fault.

• Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries.

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CAUTION

The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm, and requires businesses to warn customer of potential exposure to such substances. Included in this list are soot and carbon monoxide, both of which may be produced by the use of this product.

6 Features

Touch-2-Open™

Cycle Selector

3 Drum Vanes

(2 tumbling)

(1 mixing)

Theater-Style,

Luxury-Lighting™

System

Large Surface

Moisture Sensor

Door Strike

LCD Display

Control Lock

Dual Stage,

Wide-Angle

Door Hinge

Reversible,

Touch-2-Open™

Door System

Exhaust Channel

Outlet

Gentle Tumble™

Drying System

Adjustable

Leveling Legs

Lint Filter

Touch-2-Open™

Door Latch

Stacking Kit for Mounting on Matching Washer

Touch-2-Open™

Latch Indicator

Collapsible

Drying Rack

Operating Instructions 7

Getting Started

This manual covers many models and not all cycles, options, or features listed are available on every model. Console shown above for reference only. Your model may differ.

To operate your dryer, follow these basic steps:

1. Check and clean the lint screen. (See page 9.)

2. Load the dryer. (See page 9.)

4. Select desired settings and options. (See page

9, page 13, page 14 and pages 15-16.)

5. Start the dryer. (See page 9.)

3. Select the desired cycle. (See page 9, pages

10-12 and page 18.)

Normal Operating Sounds

You may or may not hear the following sounds from your new dryer:

A. WATER VALVE (Steam models only.) The fl ow of water is controlled by electric solenoids. During operation there may be a clicking sound as the valve opens and closes to control the water fl ow.

B. SUSPENSION ROLLERS The dryer drum is supported by a set of suspension rollers.

At times there may be a thumping or rolling sound when the dryer starts. This may happen if the dryer has not been in use for a period of time, or after a heavy load has remained in the dryer drum for an extended period, creating a temporary fl at spot on the edge of the roller. The noise should dissipate as the dryer operates and the fl at spots smooth out.

C. AIR FLOW SYSTEM Your dryer is equipped with a high volume air handling system. In some installations there may be some sounds associated with air movement throughout the dryer, including the air duct, blower, and exhaust system. This is normal and can vary with load size and type.

D. GAS VALVE (Gas models only.) The fl ow of gas is controlled by electric solenoids. During operation there may be a clicking sound as the valve opens and closes to control the gas fl ow.

E

D

A

B

C

E. GAS BURNER (Gas models only.) When the burner is operating, there may be sounds generated as the air fl ow mixes with the gas fl ame. This noise is normal and will only occur when the gas is ignited in the combustion tube.

8 Operating Instructions

Operating Your Dryer

BEFORE USING YOUR DRYER

Read the important instructions in this section of the Use and Care Guide before operating your dryer.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fi re, electric shock or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS in this Use and Care Guide before operating your dryer.

OPERATING YOUR DRYER

1. Prepare load for drying.

Dry items of similar fabric, weight and construction in the same load.

Separate dark items from light-colored items.

Separate items that shed lint from those that attract lint.

Check for stains which may not have been removed in washing. Repeat stain removal process and wash again before drying. Dryer heat may permanently set some stains.

Place delicate or small items in a mesh bag.

Be sure buckles, buttons and trim are heatproof and won’t damage the drum fi nish. Close zippers; fasten hooks and Velcro ® -like fasteners. Tie strings and sashes to prevent snagging and tangling.

2. Check that the lint fi lter is clean and

in place.

3. Load the dryer and close the door.

Load items loosely. The average wet load will fi ll the drum 1/3 to 1/2 full. Items need room to tumble freely for even drying and less wrinkling.

If desired, place a dryer fabric softener sheet on top of the load at the beginning of the cycle.

To save energy and time and avoid uneven drying and wrinkling, do not overload the dryer.

When drying large items, dry only two or three items at a time. Fill out the load with small and medium sized items.

For delicate or very small loads, add two or three similar items to improve tumbling action.

(Mesh bag not included.)

Operating Instructions

4. Select the appropriate cycle and settings for each load.

NOTE

Over-drying can cause wrinkles, shrinkage, lint, harshness and a build up of static electricity.

Turn the cycle selector knob in either direction to select the cycle desired. The estimated drying time for Auto Dry cycles or the actual drying time for Time Dry cycles will be displayed.

A suitable drying temperature, dryness level and options will automatically be indicated for the cycle selected. See the “Dryer Settings

Chart” for more details.

To change the drying temperature and dryness level, press the temperature and dryness buttons to scroll to the desired settings.

To select or delete an option, press the button for that option. The indicator will be illuminated when the option has been selected. The indicator will no longer be lighted when the option has been deleted.

NOTE

If a setting is not available for the cycle selected, the indicator will not light.

Adjustments made to a cycle will be remembered and recalled each time that cycle is selected in the future.

To return to factory settings, press the tem-

perature and dryness buttons at the same time and hold for 5 seconds.

5. Start the cycle.

Close the door and press start to begin the cycle. The dryer will not operate with the door open. To interrupt the cycle, press pause; press start to resume the cycle. Press cancel to stop the cycle.

If changes to the cycle, temperature, dryness level or options are attempted after the cycle starts, the lights will blink and a signal will beep.

To change the cycle once the cycle has begun, press cancel and select a new cycle. To change the temperature, dryness level or options once the cycle has begun, press pause and make the new selections.

A signal will sound at the end of the cycle if the chime option has been selected. When the cycle ends, remove the items promptly and hang or fold.

IMPORTANT

Clean the lint fi lter after every load.

CLEAN

FILTER

will be displayed at the end of the cycle to remind you to remove lint from the fi lter.

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10 Operating Instructions

Cycle Selection

Turn the cycle selector in either direction to the cycle desired. The indicator for that cycle will be illuminated. Press on the cycle selector knob to extend it or return it fl ush to the console.

For best results

Follow the fabric care label instructions on items to be dried.

To change the cycle once it has begun, press the

cancel button before selecting a new cycle. Just turning the cycle selector knob to another selection will not change the cycle.

AUTO DRY CYCLES

Auto Dry cycles take the guesswork out of selecting the correct drying time for each load. Moisture sensing bars at the back of the dryer drum sense the moisture level of the load as it tumbles through the heated air. With Auto Dry cycles, the load will automatically be dried at the selected temperature to the desired dryness level.

Auto Dry cycles save time and energy and protect fabrics. When the load has reached the selected dryness level, it will continue to tumble, unheated, during a cool down period. This helps reduce wrinkling and makes items easier to handle during unloading.

Drying time varies depending on size and dampness of load and fabric type. If the load is too small or almost dry, the moisture sensing bars may not detect enough moisture to continue the cycle and the cycle may end after a few minutes. If this occurs, then select the time dry cycle to dry such loads.

Room temperature and humidity, type of installation and electrical voltage or gas pressure can also affect drying time.

AUTO DRY CYCLES, continued

NORMAL

Select this cycle to dry everyday fabrics including cottons and sheets with high, medium/high or

medium heat. All dryness levels except max and all options except add steam (on select models) are available with this Auto Dry cycle.

TOWELS

Select this cycle to dry heavy loads such as towels and bath mats with high or medium/high heat.

All dryness levels except less and damp and the

sanitize option are available with this cycle.

MIXED LOAD

Select this cycle to dry loads containing a mix of fabrics with medium/high or medium heat. All

dryness levels except max and all options except

sanitize are available with this Auto Dry cycle.

HEAVY DUTY

Select this cycle to dry durable fabrics such as jeans and overalls. All temperature settings except low, all dryness levels except damp and all

options except add steam (on select models) are available with this cycle.

BULKY/BEDDING

Select this cycle to dry bedding and bulky items such as comforters, blankets, sleeping bags and parkas. Medium/high and medium heat will be used to dry the load to a normal or less dryness level. All options except sanitize and add steam

(on select models) are available with this cycle.

CASUAL

Select this cycle to dry cottons and blends with a no-iron fi nish using medium/high or medium heat. Normal, less and damp dryness levels and all options except sanitize are available with this cycle.

DELICATE

Select this cycle to dry knits and delicates with

low heat. Normal, less and damp dryness levels and all options except sanitize are available with this cycle.

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12 Operating Instructions

TIME DRY CYCLES

TIME DRY

To manually select the drying time for any load, turn the cycle selector knob to time dry. Press the time dry button under the display window to select 15, 30, 45, 60 or 75 minutes of drying time.

Select any drying temperature. Because this is not an Auto Dry cycle, you will not be able to select a

dryness level. The extended tumble and delicate

heat options are available with this cycle.

WARNING

FIRE HAZARD

To avoid fi re hazard, do not use heat to dry items containing feathers or down, foam rubber, plastics similarly textured, rubber-like materials. Use the

time dry cycle and the air (no heat) setting.

FAST DRY

Select this cycle to quickly dry small loads in 18 minutes with high or medium/high heat. No op-

tions except add steam (on select models) are available with this time dry cycle.

TOUCH UP

Select this cycle to remove wrinkles from clean, dry items that may have been left in the dryer, stored in crowded closets or drawers or unpacked from luggage. The load will tumble for 15 minutes on low heat. Add steam (on select models) is automatically selected.

MY FAVORITE

To program a cycle with your preferred settings, select the desired cycle, drying temperature, dry-

ness level and options. Then press and hold the

my favorite button for 3 seconds.

To use that customized cycle to dry future loads, simply press the my favorite button and the selected cycle, drying temperature, dryness level and options will be indicated.

Your personalized cycle can be changed by repeating the my favorite procedure.

Drying Temperature

The appropriate drying temperature will automatically be indicated for the cycle selected.

For best results

Follow the fabric care label instructions on items to be dried.

To change the preset temperature, press the tem-

perature button to scroll to the desired setting.

To protect your fabrics, not all temperatures are available with every cycle. If a temperature is not appropriate for the cycle, it cannot be selected and will not be lit by pressing the temperature button.

The temperature selected for the cycle will be remembered and recalled each time that cycle is selected in the future.

NOTE

To change the Temperature once the cycle has begun, press the pause button, make the new selection and press start again.

HIGH

Recommended for durable fabrics and towels.

MEDIUM/HIGH

Recommended for most cotton fabrics.

MEDIUM

Recommended for wrinkle free, easy care, lightweight fabrics and bulky loads.

LOW

Recommended for delicate fabrics.

AIR

This setting (no heat) should only be used with a time dry cycle to dry items containing feathers, down, foam rubber, plastics or rubber-like materials; to refresh clothing, stuffed animal, pillows or blankets; and to dust draperies.

Operating Instructions 13

14 Operating Instructions

Dryness Level (Auto Dry)

The appropriate dryness level will automatically be indicated when the cycle is selected.

To change the preset level, press the dryness button to scroll to the degree of dryness desired.

To protect your fabrics, not all dryness levels are available with every cycle. If a dryness level is not appropriate for the cycle, it cannot be selected and will not be lit by pressing the dryness button.

The dryness level selected for the cycle will be remembered and recalled each time that cycle is selected in the future.

NOTE

To change the dryness level once the cycle has begun, press the pause button, make the new selection and press start again.

Select the normal dryness level for most Auto Dry cycles.

Occasionally a load may seem too damp or overdried at the end of the cycle. To increase drying time for similar loads in the future, select max. For loads requiring less drying time, select less.

Select damp for items you wish to partially dry before hanging or ironing.

Drying Time (Time Dry)

Press the time dry button under the display window to select 15, 30, 45, 60 or 75 minutes of drying time. This button only operates with the time

dry cycle. If you press the time dry button while in an Auto Dry cycle, an error chime signal will sound.

Operating Instructions 15

Options

Suitable options will automatically be indicated when the cycle is selected.

To add options, press the corresponding options buttons to illuminate the selections desired. To delete

options, press the options buttons again and the indicator lights will turn off.

To protect your fabrics, not all options are available with every cycle. If an option is not appropriate for the cycle, it will not be displayed. Occasionally, two options in the same cycle will confl ict with each other, like delicate heat and sanitize. When this happens, the option selected fi rst will cause the confl icting option to not be selectable.

NOTE

To change the options once the cycle has begun, press the pause button, make the new selections and press start again.

All options selected for the cycle, except sanitize and

add steam (on select models), will be remembered and recalled each time that cycle is selected in the future. To prevent unintentional and accidental exposure of delicate material to sanitize heat or unexpected steam, the sanitize option and the add steam option

(on select models) will not be remembered and must be reselected each time.

NOTE

The sanitize and add steam (on select models) options will be retained and recalled if either is selected and saved in the my favorite cycle.

DAMP ALERT

For loads that contain some items you plan to hang dry, fl at dry or iron, add the damp alert option to any

Auto Dry cycle. A signal will sound when the load has reached the damp dryness level to remind you to remove those items to hang dry, dry fl at or iron dry. Open the door, remove those items, close the door and press the start button to continue drying the remaining items.

EXTENDED TUMBLE

Select the extended tumble option if the dried load might not be removed promptly at the end of the cycle. The dry load will tumble continuously without heat for 30 minutes. EXT. TUMBLE will be displayed and a chime will sound every 5 minutes to remind you to remove the dried load.

The wrinkle release option (on select models) can be selected with extended tumble to increase the amount of time the load will tumble without heat. Use this combination if you know it will be more than 45 minutes before you can remove the load.

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Options, continued

ADD STEAM

(steam models only)

The add steam option injects steam into the clothing prior to cool down to reduce wrinkling, ironing and static cling.

WRINKLE RELEASE

(non-steam models only)

Select the wrinkle release option if the dried load might not be removed promptly at the end of the cycle. To help prevent wrinkles, the dry load will intermittently tumble for a total of 45 minutes.

WRINKLE REL.

will be displayed and a chime will sound every 5 minutes to remind you to remove the dried load.

The extended tumble option can be selected with wrinkle release to add another 30 minutes of tumbling without heat.

DELICATE HEAT

Select this option to protect a load from excessive heat. The drying temperature will be gradually reduced as the load dries.

SANITIZE

Select this option for loads that may contain harmful bacteria. An extended drying time at high heat will kill 99.9% of bacteria with no carryover of bacteria between loads. Check fabric care labels to prevent damage caused by high heat.

CHIME

Select this option to add a chime to the end of the cycle, to indicate when the load is damp in the

damp alert option, and as a reminder to remove the load during extended tumble and wrinkle

release (on select models). Press the chime button to select the volume level desired or to turn off the signal.

Saving Favorites

To program a cycle with your preferred settings, select the desired cycle, drying temperature, dry-

ness level and options. Then press and hold the

my favorite button for 3 seconds.

To use that customized cycle to dry future loads, simply press the my favorite button and the selected cycle, drying temperature, dryness level and options will be indicated.

Your personalized cycle can be changed by repeating the my favorite procedure.

NOTE

The sanitize option has been certifi ed by NSF

International®, an independent, third-party testing and certifi cation organization dedicated to public health, safety and environmental protection.

NSF Protolcol P154

Sanitization Performance of

Residential Clothes Dryers

Operating Instructions 17

Other Features

CONTROL LOCK

To lock the controls between cycles, press and hold the control lock button for 5 seconds. Repeat to unlock the controls when you are ready to operate the dryer. Use this feature to reduce the likelihood of accidental operation by children.

STATUS DISPLAY

The estimated total cycle time will be displayed when the cycle is selected. The estimated remaining cycle time is displayed during the cycle.

DRUM LIGHT

The drum light will come on whenever the door is opened to illuminate the drum during loading and unloading. Closing the door turns off the light. The drum light will automatically turn off if the door is left open more than 3 minutes.

DRYING RACK

Use the drying rack to dry items which should not be tumble dried. Fold down the metal support on the back of the rack and slowly extend the rack until the lock tabs click into place. Insert the rack into the dryer drum, resting the back support on the moisture sensor bars and the front legs on the air grill.

Place items to be dried on top of the rack, leaving space between items and not allowing them to hang over the sides or through the holes. The weight should not exceed 10 lbs (4.5 kg). Select the air (no heat) setting for items containing plastic, foam rubber, rubber-like materials, feathers or down.

When items are dry, remove the rack, push the two center tabs to collapse the rack and fold up the back support. Store the drying rack in a convenient location.

REVERSIBLE DOOR

Your dryer is equipped with a reversible door. The door can be hinged on the right or left side.

STATUS DISPLAY

The following will also be displayed at the appropriate times during the cycle:

DRYING

SANITIZING

COOLING

ADDING STEAM

WRINKLE REL.

EXT. TUMBLE

CYCLE COMPLETE

CLEAN FILTER

Extend rack until tabs click. Press tabs down to collapse rack.

NOTE

For step-by-step instructions on DOOR

REVERSAL, refer to the Installation Instructions supplied with this dryer.

moisture sensing bars

18 Operating Instructions

Dryer Settings Chart

These Temperature, Dryness levels and Options are available with the following cycles: bulky/ bedding heavy duty mixed load towels normal casual fast dry delicate touch up time dry

Estimated Cycle

Duration**

Temperature

60 min 70 min 55 min 50 min 45 min 35 min 18 min 25 min 15 min 15-75 min

high

medium/high

medium

low

air

9

9*

9*

9 9

9*

9*

9

9

9*

9

9

9*

9*

9

9* 9*

9

9*

9

9

9

Dryness

max

normal

less

damp

9*

9

9

9*

9

9

9*

9

9

9*

9

9

9*

9

9

9*

9

9

9

9*

9

Options

damp alert

extended tumble

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

9*

9

9 9

add steam

(select models)

9 9 9 9 9

wrinkle release

(select models)

delicate heat

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

9*

9

9*

sanitize

9 9 9

chime

9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9

* Factory presets

9Available selections

**Estimated cycle duration is based on default dryness level and factory settings for electric dryers. Displayed cycle

duration may differ slightly on gas models.

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Care & Cleaning 19

WARNING

To reduce risk of fi re or serious injury to persons or property, comply with the basic warnings listed in the Important Safety Instructions and those listed below.

•

•

Before cleaning the dryer interior, unplug the electrical power cord to avoid electrical shock hazards.

Do not use any type spray cleanser when cleaning the dryer interior. Hazardous fumes or electrical shock could occur.

INSIDE

•

•

•

•

Clean the lint fi lter after every load. Lint buildup on the fi lter restricts air fl ow, which causes longer drying times. The fi lter is located at the bottom of the door opening. Remove by pulling straight up. Remove the lint and replace the fi lter.

Occasionally a waxy build-up may form on the lint fi lter and/or moisture sensing bars from using dryer-added fabric softener sheets. To remove this build-up, wash them with warm, soapy water. Dry the fi lter thoroughly and replace. Do not operate the dryer without the lint fi lter in place.

If the dryer drum becomes stained 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 ineffi cient drying and possible fi re 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 part bleach to 8 parts water). Rinse several times with clear water.

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.

•

•

When cleaning chrome parts use a window cleaner with ammonia or mild soap and water.

Before moving the dryer, place a strip of cardboard or thin fi berboard under the front leveling legs to prevent damage to the fl oor.

WARNING

FIRE HAZARD

A clothes dryer produces combustible lint.

The dryer must be connected to an outdoors exhaust. Regularly inspect the outdoor exhaust opening and remove any accumulation of lint around the opening and in the surrounding area.

IMPORTANT

Clean lint screen after every load.

IMPORTANT

Do not store or place laundry products on top of dryer at any time. They can damage the fi nish or controls.

20 Solutions to Common Problems

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

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 is attached to “pills.”

• Overdrying.

• Temperature too high.

• Overdrying.

• Overloading.

• Leaving items in dryer after cycle ends.

Isolated wet spots on fabrics after completed

Steam cycle

• Low water line pressure in home is not suffi cient to atomize incoming water during Steam cycle

SOLUTIONS

• Rub fabric softener stains with bar soap. Rinse and rewash.

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.

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Reduce load size and rewash using liquid fabric softener in the fi nal 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 remove pills.

• Use fabric softener to lubricate fi bers.

• When ironing, use spray starch or fabric fi nish on collars and cuffs.

• Turn items inside out to reduce abrasion.

• Irreversible condition.

• 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 fi lter is clean and in place.

• Reduce load size and tumble at medium or low heat for 5-10 minutes.

• Remove items immediately.

Hang or fold.

• Check water line pressure

• Follow fabric care label directions.

• If shrinking is a concern, check load often.

• Remove items while slightly damp and hang or lay fl at to complete drying.

• Block knits into shape.

• Do not overload dryer.

• Remove items as soon as cycle ends.

• Ensure water line pressure is minimum of 30 psi. Do not exceed 120 psi.

Solutions to Common Problems 21

Service Prevention Checklist

Before calling for service, review this list. It may save both time and expense. The list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this dryer.

OCCURRENCE

Dryer does not start.

LCD displays

DEMO MODE.

Dryer runs but won’t heat.

Drying cycle takes too long, outside of the dryer feels too hot or smells hot.

POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION

Electrical power cord is not securely plugged in or plug may be loose.

Make sure the plug fi ts tightly in wall outlet.

House fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped.

Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse.

Make sure electrical line is not overloaded and the dryer is on a separate circuit.

Call authorized service person for replacement.

Thermal limiter tripped.

Dryer has been programmed to temporarily perform a repeating demo cycle.

To return to the factory default settings, press and hold the temperature and dryness buttons at the same for 5 seconds.

Replace fuse.

There are 2 house fuses in the dryer circuit. If 1 of the 2 fuses is blown, the drum may turn but the heater will not operate. (electric models)

Gas supply valve is not open (gas models).

Check to make sure supply valve is open. See INSTAL-

LATION INSTRUCTIONS for procedure.

See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.

Dryer does not have enough air supply to support the burner fl ame (gas models).

LP gas supply tank is empty or there has been a utility interruption of natural gas (gas models).

Lint fi lter is clogged with lint.

Refi ll or replace tank.

Dryer should heat when utility service is restored.

Make sure all lint has been removed from the dryer lint fi lter before starting each cycle.

Exhaust duct requirements have not been met.

Electric dryer is connected to a 208 volt circuit.

Drying procedures have not been followed.

Exhaust duct must be at least 4 inches in diameter and made of rigid or semi-rigid metal.

When in place, the duct must have no more than two 90° bends and must not exceed length listed in

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.

Drying time will be 20% longer than drying on a 240 volt circuit.

See “Operating Instructions.”

Excessive wrinkling.

Outside exhaust hood or exhaust duct may be clogged or restricted.

High humidity.

Dryer is overloaded.

Items left in dryer too long.

Clean out any obstruction.

Use a dehumidifi er near the dryer.

Do not overload. See “Operating Instructions.”

Remove items as soon as cycle ends.

Insuffi cient sorting of items.

Drying temperature too high.

See “Operating Instructions.”

Follow fabric care label instructions.

Scratching or chipping of the drum fi nish.

Foreign objects such as coins, pins, clips or buttons are inside the dryer.*

Permanently attached items such as belt buckles, zippers and fasteners may be hitting the inside of the drum.*

Always remove foreign objects from pockets before laundering. Remove objects from drum and restart dryer.

It may be necessary to sew a scrap of material securely around ornaments before drying to prevent scratching and damage to the dryer.

*Drum damage caused by foreign objects or permanently attached items is not covered by the warranty.

22 Warranty Information

Your appliance is covered by a one year limited warranty. For one year from your original date of purchase, Electrolux will repair or replace any parts of this appliance that prove to be defective in materials or workmanship when such appliance is installed, used, and maintained in accordance with the provided instructions. In addition, your appliance is covered by an additional one year, parts only, limited warranty. During the 2nd year from your original date of purchase, Electrolux will pay for parts needed for this appliance that have proven to be defective in materials or workmanship when your appliance is installed, used, and maintained in accordance with the provided instructions.

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This warranty does not cover the following:

Products with original serial numbers that have been removed, altered or cannot be readily determined.

Product that has been transferred from its original owner to another party or removed outside the USA or Canada.

Rust on the interior or exterior of the unit.

Products purchased “as-is” are not covered by this warranty.

Products used in a commercial setting.

Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in materials or workmanship, or for appliances not in ordinary household use or used other than in accordance with the provided instructions.

Service calls to correct the installation of your appliance or to instruct you how to use your appliance.

Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing, such as removal of trim, cupboards, shelves, etc., which are not a part of the appliance when it is shipped from the factory.

Service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air fi lters, water fi lters, other consumables, or knobs, handles, or other cosmetic parts.

Pickup and delivery costs; your appliance is designed to be repaired in the home.

Surcharges including, but not limited to, any after hour, weekend, or holiday service calls, tolls, ferry trip charges, or mileage expense for service calls to remote areas, including the state of Alaska.

Damages to the fi nish of appliance or home incurred during transportation or installation, including but not limited to fl oors, cabinets, walls, etc.

Damages caused by: services performed by unauthorized service companies; use of parts other than genuine Electrolux parts or parts obtained from persons other than authorized service companies; or external causes such as abuse, misuse, inadequate power supply, accidents, fi res, or acts of God.

DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF REMEDIES

CUSTOMER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE REPAIR OR REPLACE-

MENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN. CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MER-

CHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST

PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW, BUT NOT LESS THAN ONE YEAR. ELECTROLUX SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONSE-

QUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING FROM

ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY. SOME STATES AND PROVINCES

DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LIMITATIONS

ON THE DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THESE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY

FROM STATE TO STATE.

If You Need Service

Keep your receipt, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment record to establish the warranty period should service be required. If service is performed, it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts. Service under this warranty must be obtained by contacting Electrolux at the addresses or phone numbers below.

This warranty only applies in the USA, Puerto Rico and Canada. In the USA and Puerto Rico, your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Major Appliances North America, a division of Electrolux Home Products, Inc. In Canada, your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Canada Corp. Electrolux authorizes no person to change or add to any obligations under this warranty. Obligations for service and parts under this warranty must be performed by Electrolux or an authorized service company. Product features or specifi cations as described or illustrated are subject to change without notice.

USA

1-877-435-3287

Electrolux Major Appliances North America

North America

P.O. Box 212378

Augusta, GA 30907

Canada

1-800-265-8352

Electrolux Canada Corp.

5855 Terry Fox Way

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

L5V 3E4