Electrolux Frigidaire CAQE7021LW Owner's manual

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All about the
Use&Care
of your Dryer
Important Safety Instructions..............................2-4
Features...............................................................5
Operating Instructions......................................6-11
Dryer Settings Chart.......................................12-14
Care and Cleaning...............................................15
Solutions to Common Problems.......................16-17
Warranty ............................................................18
Français..............................................................19
TABLE OF CONTENTS
137337600A (1004)

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using this appliance. This
book contains valuable information about:
Operation• Care• Service•
Keep it in a safe place.
Record Your Model and Serial Numbers
The model and serial numbers of your dryer are found on
the dryer serial plate located at the top of the door open-
ing. Record and retain these numbers.
Model Number _____________________
Serial Number _____________________
Purchase Date _____________________
Product Record
Save these instructions for future reference.
This Use and Care Guide provides general operating
instructions for your dryer. It also contains information
about features for several other models. Your dryer may
not have every feature included.
Use the dryer only as instructed in this Use & Care
Guide .
WARNING
For your safety the following information in this manual
must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion
or to prevent property damage, personal injury or death.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flam-
mable 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 occu-• pants.
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 fire department.
Installation and service must be performed
by a qualified installer, service agency or the
gas supplier.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
IMPORTANT
IMPORTANT indicates installation, operation or
maintenance information which is important but not
hazard-related.
DANGER
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
Definitions
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert
you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety
messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury
or death.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury.
WARNING
Please read all instructions before using this dryer.
Recognize safety symbols, words and
labels
Safety items throughout this manual are labeled with
a WARNING or CAUTION based on the risk type as
described below:

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Avoid fire 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, fire or death.
Grounding type
Grounding type
10-30R
10-30R
3-wire
3-wire
240 v Electric Dryer
240 v Electric Dryer
120 v Gas Dryer
120 v Gas Dryer
14-30R
14-30R
4-wire
4-wire
(fused 30 amp)
(fused 30 amp)
(fused 30 amp)
(fused 30 amp)
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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 fire.
Do not dry articles containing rubber, plastic or similar ma-• terials 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 fire by spontaneous combustion.
Clean the lint screen before or after each load. The in-• terior of the dryer, lint screen housing and exhaust duct
should be cleaned approximately every 18 months by
qualified service personnel. An excessive amount of lint
build-up in these areas could result in inefficient drying
and possible fire. See Care and Cleaning.
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 flow 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 is you hear squeaking,• grinding, rubbing or other unusual noises. This could
be a sign of mechanical breakdown and lead to fire or
serious injury. Contact a qualified technician immedi-
ately.
Failure to comply with these warnings could result in• fire, explosion, serious bodily injury and/or damage to
the rubber or plastic parts of the dryer.
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.
WARNING - RISK OF FIRE
To reduce the risk of fire, 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:

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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 ma-• terials 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 pre-• vent 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.
PREVENT INJURY
To prevent shock hazard and assure stability during• operation, the dryer must be installed and electrically
grounded by a qualified 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 qualified 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 specifically recommended in
this Owner’s Guide. Use only authorized factory parts.
Do not tamper with controls.• Do not install or store the dryer where it will be ex-• posed 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.
ÍNOTE
The instructions appearing in this Use and Care Guide are not meant to cover every possible condition and situa-
tion that may occur. Common sense and caution must be practiced when installing, operating and maintaining any
appliance.
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.

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FEATURES
*Not all models come with drying rack and
stacking kit from the factory. They may be
purchased as accessories.
Control Lock
LED Display
Drum Light
Exhaust Channel
Outlet
Heavy Duty
Drying Rack*
Reversible Door
Door Latch
Cycle Selector
Door Strike
Lint Filter
Large Surface
Moisture Sensor
Adjustable
Leveling Legs
Stacking Kit for Mounting
on Matching Washer*

6
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Operating Your Dryer
(Mesh bag not included.)
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to
persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
in this Use and Care Guide before operating your dryer.
CAUTION
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 fire or
serious injury. Contact a qualified technician immediately.
Normal Operating Sounds
A
B
C
D
You may or may not hear the following sounds from your
new dryer:
A. 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 flat spot on the edge
of the roller. The noise should dissipate as the dryer
operates and the flat spots smooth out.
B. 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.
C. GAS VALVE (Gas models only.) The flow 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 flow.
D. GAS BURNER (Gas models only.) When the burner
is operating, there may be sounds generated as the
air flow mixes with the gas flame. This noise is normal
and will only occur when the gas is ignited in the
combustion tube.
1Prepare load for drying.
Dry items of similar fabric, weight and construction• in the same load.
Separate dark items from light-colored items. Sepa-• rate 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 finish. Close zippers;
fasten hooks and Velcro®-like fasteners. Tie strings
and sashes to prevent snagging and tangling.

7
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT
Clean the lint filter after every load.
2 Check that the lint filter is clean and in place.
ÍNOTE
Over-drying can cause wrinkles, shrinkage, lint,
harshness and a build up of static electricity.
ÍNOTE
If a setting is not available for the cycle selected, the
indicator will not light.
3 Load the dryer and close the door.
Load items loosely. The average wet load will• fill 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.
4 Select the appropriate cycle and settings for
each load.
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 Temp or Dry Level buttons to
scroll to the desired settings.
To select or delete an option, press• Options; then,
while the indicator is blinking, press Select. The
indicator will light when the option has been se-
lected. It will no longer be lighted when the option
has been deleted.
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• Start/
Pause and Select buttons at the same time and
hold until the signal sounds.
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 Timed Dry cycles will be
displayed.
Operating Your Dryer, continued
5 Start the cycle.
To add or remove items when the dryer is running,• open the door. The dryer will stop when the door
is opened. Allow the drum to come to a complete
stop before reaching inside.
Close the door and press• Start to resume the cycle.
6 When the cycle ends, remove items immedi-
ately and hang or fold.
Press and hold both for ten seconds
to return to factory settings.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Turn the cycle selector in either direction to the cycle
desired.
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.
Cycle Selection
The estimated drying time will be displayed for about 5
minutes. Then the outside of the display will light up in a
circular track to indicate the drying time is automatically
being determined by the sensors. When the load has
reached the selected dryness level, it will continue to
tumble 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, select a Timed Dry
cycle.
Room temperature and humidity, type of installation and
electrical voltage or gas pressure can also affect drying
time.
Towels (on select models)
Select this Auto Dry cycle for towels and bath mats.
Heavy (on select models)
Select this Auto Dry cycle to dry durable fabrics such as
jeans and overalls.
Heavy/Bulky (on select models)
Select this Auto Dry cycle to dry bedding and bulky
items such as comforters, blankets, sleeping bags and
parkas.
This manual covers many models and not all cycles, options, or features listed are available
on every model. Consoles shown above for reference only. Your model may differ.
Follow the fabric care label instructions
on items to be dried.
For best results

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Cycle Selection, continued Cycle Settings
Appropriate drying Temperature, Dryness Level and
Options will automatically be displayed for each cycle.
The settings can be changed before the cycle is started.
If changes are attempted after the cycle starts, the lights
will blink, the signal will beep and “ Err ” will be displayed.
Drying Temperature
To change the preset temperature, press the Temperature
button to scroll to the desired setting.
To protect your fabrics, not all temperatures are available
with every cycle.
The temperature selected for the cycle will be
remembered and recalled each time that cycle is selected
in the future. To return to factory settings, press the
Start/Pause and Select buttons at the same time and
hold until the signal sounds.
Follow the fabric care label instructions
on items to be dried.
For best results
ÍNOTE
To change the Temperature after the cycle starts, press
Start/Pause, adjust the setting and press Start/Pause
to resume the cycle.
Bulky (on select models)
Select this Auto Dry cycle to dry bedding and bulky
items such as comforters, blankets, sleeping bags and
parkas.
Allergy (on select models)
Select this Auto Dry cycle to compliment your washer’s
Allergy cycle or where you wish to kill dust mites and
remove 95% of allergens as you dry your load. Items
prone to heat damage are not recommended for this
cycle.
Normal
Select this Auto Dry cycle for cotton items.
Casual
Select this Auto Dry cycle for cottons and blends with a
no-iron finish.
Delicates (on select models)
Select this Auto Dry cycle for knits and delicate items.
Timed Dry Cycles
Quick Dry (on select models)
Select this timed cycle to quickly dry small loads in 25
minutes.
Timed Dry
To manually select the drying time for any load, turn
the knob to Timed Dry. Drying times from 15 to 90
minutes can be selected by continuing to turn the
knob. Drying time will be displayed. You will not be able
to select a Dryness level.
Sanitize (on select models)
Recommended for durable fabrics and towels. Use
to remove harmful bacteria from your laundry. Use this
option for clothing or other items where sanitization is
desired.
NSF Protolcol P154
Sanitization Performance of
Residential Clothes Dryers
ÍNOTE
The Sanitize option has been certified by NSF
International®, an independent third-party testing and
certification organization dedicated to public health,
safety and environmental protection.
This option will kill 99.9% of bacteria with no carryover of
bacteria between loads. A higher temperatures is required.
Please check fabric care labels to prevent damage.
WARNING
FIRE HAZARD
To avoid fire hazard, do not use heat to dry items
containing feathers or down, foam rubber, plastics
similarly textured, rubber-like materials. Use the Timed
Dry cycle and the Air Dry setting.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Cycle Settings, continued
Dry Level (Auto Dry)
To change the preset level, press the Dry Level button
to scroll to the degree of dryness desired.
To protect your fabrics, not all dryness levels are available
with every cycle. If a Dry Level is not appropriate for the
cycle, it cannot be selected.
The Dry Level selected for the cycle will be remembered
and recalled each time that cycle is selected in the future.
To return to factory settings, press the Start/Pause and
Select buttons at the same time and hold until the signal
sounds.
ÍNOTE
To change the Dry Level after the cycle starts, press
Start/Pause, adjust the setting and press Start/
Pause to resume the cycle.
Select the Normal dry level for most Auto Dry cycles.
Occasionally a load may seem too damp or over-dried at
the end of the cycle. To increase drying time for similar
loads in the future, select High. For loads requiring less
drying time, select Low.
Select Damp for items you wish to partially dry before
hanging or ironing.
Options
To select an option, press Options until the indicator
for the desired option flashes, then press Select. If an
option is not available for a cycle, the indicator will not
light. Follow the same steps to delete an option.
Shrink Guard (on select models)
Select Shrink Guard to lower the initial drying
temperature to protect fabrics from overdrying.
Wrinkle Release
Select Wrinkle Release if the dried load might not
be removed promptly at the end of the cycle. The dry
load will continue tumbling without heat to help reduce
wrinkling. When Chime is selected, a beep will be
heard periodically. The load may be removed any time
during Wrinkle Release.
Damp Alert (on select models)
For loads that contain some items you plan to hang
dry, flat 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 flat or iron dry.
Open the door, remove those items, close the door and
press the start button to continue drying the remaining
items.
Chime
A signal will sound at the end of the cycle (and
periodically during Wrinkle Release) if this option is
selected. The signal has an adjustable volume level or
can be turned off.
ÍNOTE
To change the Options after the cycle starts, press
Start/Pause, adjust the setting and press Start/
Pause to resume the cycle.
Max (on select models)
Recommended for durable fabrics and towels.
High
Recommended for most cotton fabrics.
Normal
Recommended for wrinkle free, easy care, lightweight
fabrics and bulky loads.
Low
Recommended for delicate fabrics.
Air Dry
This setting (no heat) should only be used with a Timed
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.