Jenn-Air JDE3000 User manual

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Use and Care Manual
Electric& Gas Dryers
Models JDE3000, JDG3000
AUTOMAllC CONTROLS
MANUAL CONTROLS
Care Of Special Items ................................................ 10
Care Of Dryer ............................................................... 9
Congratulations on your choice of a Jenn-Air dryer[ As Energy Saving Tips ...................................................... 8
you use your new dryer, we know you will appreciate Features ....................................................................... 7
the many features that provide excellent drying results,Operating the Controls ............................................ 5-6
energy efficiency, convenience and dependability. Cycle Descriptions ................................................. 6
Drying Guide .......................................................... 6
Before you begin using your new dryer, please take a few Preparing to Dry ........................................................... 3
minutes to read and become familiar with the instructions Sorting .................................................................... 3
inthis book.On the following pages, you will find a wealth Loading .................................................................. 3
of information regarding all aspectsof your beautiful new Problem Solving Guide .............................................. 11
dryer. By following these instructions carefully, you will Safety Precautions ................................................... 1-2
be able to achieve excellent results. Service Information .................................................... 12
Using Your Dryer ......................................................... 4
Should youhaveany questionsabout using your Jenn- Temperature .......................................................... 4
Air dryer, write to us. Be sure to provide the model Time ....................................................................... 4
number. Test for Dryness ..................................................... 4
Remove Wrinkles ................................................... 4
Jenn-Air Customer Assistance Warranty .................................................................... 14
c/o Maytag Customer Service
P.O. Box 2370
Cleveland, TN 37320-2370

3. If someone should get an electric shock from the
dryer, disconnect the electrical power. DO NOT
OPERATE until ithas been repaired by an authorized
Jenn-Air Service Contractor.
4. To prevent injury to children:
-- Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity ofthis or any a. Do not allow children to play on, in,or with the
other appliance, appliance.Closesupervision ofchildren isneces-
-- WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS sary when using thedryer.
• Do not try to light any appliance, b. Keep all laundry aids out ofthereachofchildren
•Do not touch any electrical switch; do not preferably in a lockedcabinet.Uselaundry aids
use any phone in your building, only asdirectedbythe manufacturerand observe
•Clear theroom, building or area of all all warningsonthecontainerlabels.
occupants.
•Immediately call your gas supplier from a c. Destroythe carton and plastic bags after unpack-
neighbor'sphone.Followthegassupplier's ing the dryer.Cartonscovered withrugs,bed-
instructions, spreads, or plasticsheetscan becomean airtight
•If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call chamber.
the fire department.d. Removethedoor to thedryingcompartment
-- Installation and service must be performed by beforethedryer isremovedfrom serviceor dis-
a qualified installer, service agency or the gas carded.
supplier. 5.
a. Dry only articles which have been washed in
water. Articles which have been cleaned, washed,
1. Read all instructions carefully before using the dryer, soaked,or spotted with gasoline, dry cleaning
Retain all instructions for future reference, solvents, oil, waxes, chemical solvents, alcohol,
household cleaners, spot removers, turpentine,
2. Installation - Install and locate this dryer according to or other flammable or explosive materials will
the Installation Instructions. retain these substances. Do NOT dry articles
which still contain these flammable or explosive
a. This appliancemustbeproperlygrounded. Never substances as they give off vapors that could
plug the appliance electric cord into a receptacle ignite or explode.
which has not been grounded adequately and in
accordance with local and national codes, b. Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam
rubber (may be labeled latex foam), plastics or
b. This appliance must be connected to a properly similarly textured rubber like materials.
rated, protected,and sized power supply circuit. c. Recent studies have shown that if vegetable oil
c.Do not install or store this appliance where it will contaminated materials are incompletely washed
be exposed to temperatures below freezing or a carry-over and buildup of the oil may contribute
exposed to the weather, to a chemical reaction (spontaneous combustion)
that could cause a load to catch fire by itself. This
d. This appliance should be installed by a qualified would be morelikelyto happeniftheloadwereleft
service technician, in the dryer after tumbling stopped or if items were
folded and stacked whilewarm.
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d.Keep area aroundand underneath the dryer free 10.Lubrication-All moving parts ofthe dryer areperma-
from the accumulation of combustible materials nently lubricated and require no lubricationor oiling.
(such as lint, paper,and rags), gasoline, and all
other flammable vapors and liquids. 11. Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate
static (unless recommendedfor use in clothesdryers
e.Do not allow storage of any materialto obstruct bythe manufacturerofthe fabricsoftenerorproduct).
the ventilation air openings of the dryer. 12. Donotdryfiberglass articlesunless recommendedby
f. To preventextended drying time and risk of fire, the manufacturer.
CLEAN LINT SCREEN BEFORE EACH LOAD.
g,The interior of the dryer and the exhaust duct SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
shouldbecleanedperiodicallybya qualifiedser- ApplianceswiththeUL symbolon thedata plate have
vicetechnician, been listedwith Underwriters'Laboratories,Inc,Those
with a CSA Monogramon thedataplate havebeen
h. The exhaustsystemshouldbeperiodicallyexam- certifiedby theCSA TestingLaboratoriesascomplying
inedfor damagetothe exhaustductand forfreewith CanadianStandards Associationrequirements.
operationoftheexhaustdeflector.Keepthearea GasdryerswithanAGA symbolon thedataplatehave
around theexhaust opening and surrounding beendesigncertifiedwiththeAmericanGasAssociation.
areasfreefromtheaccumulationoflint,dust,anddirt. Those withaCGA symbol have been certifiedwith the
Canadian Gas Association. Nevertheless, as with any
i. For GasDryers: Gas dryers are equipped to equipment usingelectricity and having moving parts,
operate on natural gas only. To convert a gas there arepotential hazards.Touse thisappliancesafely,
dryerfor operationwith other gases, the services the operatorshould becomefamiliarwiththe instructions
of a qualified Jenn-Air Service Contractor must for operation of the Appliance and always exercise care
be obtained,whileusingit.
6. Donot reachintothe dryerifthedrum is moving.Ifthe
drumdoes notstopmovingwhen the doorisopened, IMPORTANT SAFETYNOTICE
disconnect the electrical powerto the dryer. Do not AND WARNING
operatethedryer untilit has been repairedby an TheCaliforniaSafeDrinkingWaterand Toxic Enforce-
authorizedJenn-AirServiceContractor.merit Act of1986 (Proposition65) requirestheGovernor
ofCaliforniatopublisha listofsubstancesknownto the
7.Do nottamperwiththecontrols.StateofCaliforniatocausecanceror reproductiveharm,
and requiresbusinessestowarn customersofpotential
8. Do notrepairorreplaceanypart oftheapplianceor exposures to such substances.
attempt anyservicing to prevent personal injury and
damage to the dryer. Users of this appliance are hereby warned that the
burningofgas can resultin low-levelexposureto someof
9. Keep pets away from dryer, and keep dryer door the listed substances, including benzene, formaldehyde
closedat alltimes except while loading orunloading,and soot, due primarily to the incomplete combustion of
Pets may enter the dryer unnoticedwhen the door is natural gasor liquidpetroleum (LP)fuels. Exhaustducts
openandbecomeentrappedwhenthedoorisclosed,should be kept free of obstructions and properly ex-
hausted dryers will minimizeexposure.

[ Sorting ]I Items That Should NotBe Dried In Dryer I
Generally,itemsthat are washed together can be dried together, but • Knittedwoolens have a tendency to shrink and may be ruined
the drying loadshould be sorted byweight, textureandbulkoffabrics when tumble-dried. Unless specified by the garment or yarn
within practical limits,manufacturer,wool knits,especiallyhand-madeitems, shouldbe
dried on stretchers madefor that purpose or laid flat and blocked
a.Weight -- When drying a load of towels, a lightweight ladies'into shape.
blousewould be overdriedifincluded inthesame load. Ifyouwish
toincludeoneortwolightweightpiecesinsuchaload, theyshould • Fiberglass should not be dried in dryer unless so stated by
be removed atthe appropriate time and the remainderofthe load manufacturer. SomeFiberglass BetaBedspreadsstatethat they
should then be allowed to run throughthe full drying cycle, can bedried inthedryer. Checkhangtag. Regularfiberglass can
leavebitsofglass inthe drumwhichcan betransferredtothe next
Note: Ifyouareonlydrying afewdelicateitemsvs, afull load,add one load and could cause skin irritations.
or two dry towels to the load or usethe Drying Rack. •Never dry pets in dryers.
b. Texture-- Separatelint givers,(towelsandflannelclothing)from
lintattractors(corduroys,darkcottons,syntheticfabricsand per- wARN_ _ FIRE HAZARDS
manentpressgarments).Syntheticsgeneratestaticelectricitythate'A_les lh_ _havebeencleaneclorspottreated wff_ha dry
attractslintfromothercottonfabrics, clea_°_ent;gaS01ihe,kero_neorOt_erfl_r_ab_I_uid.
c. Bulk of Fabric -- Bulky and heavy items (towels,jeans and ; ,
bedspreads)should bedried in smanloadstoallowsufficient room 0 _es"_turated ingas Or eit even thoughthey havebeen
totumblefreelyanddrythoroughly. Forgoodtumblingactionand ' _wasl_ed.i :
fluffingdry, dry onlyone large or heavy itemata time (forexample FromHeat._
a bedspreador rug - 4' x 6' ).
Checkthe manufacturer'scare labelcarefully for drying instructions.
Use thedryerto dryonly garments labeledtumble dry. Thepopularity
of knits made of synthetic fibers (polyester, acrylic and nylon) and
cottonfibers havemadethis critical. Somerequire linedrying. Forbest
results,dry "tumble-dry" knits wrong sideout anddo not mix type of_¥_E_N_SOLU_ON OR_AVE_ON
fabric to be dried._'...... i , "
IPrecare II::Loading ]
• Closezippers,fasten hooks,tiesashes, belts,apron strings,etc.,
to prevent snagging and tangling. For best no-iron results do not overload the dryer with permanent
press or double knit garments. The more room forfree tumbling,the
• Be sure garmentswith plasticbuttons and buckles or foam pads bettertheresults.Whenthedryerisoverloaded,itemswilltake longer
are heat-proof. (Otherwise dry them separately on the FLUFF to dry and may become wrinkled. This isespecially true with perma-
setting), nent press and synthetic fabrics.

I Temperature I tTOMinimize Wrinkles I
UseNORMAL forcottonsand linens,LOW forlingerieanddelicateDry permanentpress and syntheticclothestogetherusingPERMA
items,and FLUFFforfluffing,fresheningand heat sensitiveitems. PRESS setting. Usea less dry setting to prevent overdrying
andharshfeel. Forboth,takeclothesfromdryerassoonas itstops
The NORMAL settingwillgivethefastestdryingandissuitablefor andhangonhangers.Thishelpspreventexcesswrinkles.
cottons, ordinary types of permanent press blends and double knit
polyesterfabrics (lengthof time should beshortwith knits). To RemoveWrinkles and
ForheatsensitiveatticlesusetheLOW orFLUFF settings,whichwill
of course require longer drying times. FlUff Napped Articles
WARN_ - F RE H_ZARD Yourdryercanbeusedtoremovewrinklesfrompermanentpressor
//wash-and-weargarmentsthathavebeen packed,stored,orworn,and
DO NOTUSEHEAT WHEN DRYING ARTICLES CONTAINING
FOAM RUBBEROR RUBBERLIKEMATERIALS. to fluff nappedarticlesand flattenedpile.
Placeoneortwogarmentslooselyinthedryer and settheTempera-
tureforFLUFF and TIMED DRYfortouch-up.
ITimel Closethe door and press the START/PAUSE Padto start.
Drying time is determined by: Remove articles immediately after dryer stops and hang garments
a. the weight and bulk of a load and amount of moisture to be on hangers.
removed. The dryer will work more efficiently when fabrics of
similar weights aredried together.
b. high humidityand high roomtemperature. Automatic cycles could
shut off prematurelyleavingclothing slightlydamp. Ifthis happens
use TIMED DRY tofinish drying, Use only dryer added products specifically labeled as not being
c.the particular typeof item you are drying, harmfulto thedryer. Themanufacturer should givewrittenassurance
on the package. Follow the manufacturer's instructions carefully.
Mostarticles should beremoved from the dryer when they feel just a Avoidoveruse of fabric softeners,as itcan maketowels anddiapers
trifle moist. It is better to underdry the clothes and turn the dryer on non-absorbent. It canalsocause clothes toappear yellow, look dingy
again for a few minutes than to overdry, causing static electricity, and havea greasy feeling. If this occurs, decrease amount offabric
wrinkling,shrinkage and harshness, softener used or occasionally omit using it.
[Test for Dryness ]
To accuratelytest for drynessand preventoverdrying,removea
cornerofanarticlefromthedryerandgentlyshakeinroomtempera-
tureair untilcoolIf clothesaretestedwhilewarminsidethedryer
theremaybean apparentfeelingof dampnessand overdryingmay
result.
Clothes should be removed while slightly moist,Overdrying can
remove naturalmoisture and cause wrinkling,harshness and some
shrinkage (especially knits). Permanent press and wash-and-wear
shouldbe placedon hangers as soonas dryer stops.This will avoid
resetting wrinkles. Use the WRINKLE OUT feature until clothes
can be taken from the dryer.
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IT° Set: I
1. Check Lint Filter Before Each Load 5, Select Cycle
Be surethelintfilterisclean andproperlyreplaced.Neverusethe Dryer automaticallyselects PERMA PRESS. If you wish to
dryerwithoutthe LintFilterinposition,change the cycle, use:
Note: Amongotherthings,failureto cleanthe lintfilterregularly Automatic Cycles- selectonthebasisoffabric.You arealso
willcause thedryerto take longerto drythe clothes,able to select MORE DRY cr LESS DRY and WRINKLE
OUT.
2. Load The Dryer Manual Options -TIMED DRY.You may select from 15
Generally,awasher load isa dryer load.However,thedrying load minutes (TOUCH UP) to 110 minutes. You may also select
shouldbesorted by weight, texture and bulk of fabrics. TEMPERATURE.(FLUFF,LOW, or NORMAL).
Overloading restrictstumbling action andresults in unevendrying 6. Signal
aswell as excessive wrinkling of somefabrics.End ofcycle signal willautomatically sound unless you changeit
Remember, clothestake up more space asthey fluff dry. Proper by touching SIGNAL ON/OFF Pad.
tumbling is important,sowhenyou dryvery small loads,add afew
similar dry items.7. StartDryer
Note: Ifyouareusing a dryer-add fabricsoftener, it should beTouch START/PAUSE Pad. START/PAUSEPadmay also be
added now. used to pausedudng acycle to changesomethingor stop in mid
cyclewithout completely turning off cycle,
Important - See p. 3 for items that should not be dried. Cycle can be canceled by using OFFPad.
3. Close TheDryer Door 8. Status Lights lets you know where you are in the cycle.
4. Touch theSTART/PAUSE Padto activatethe electroniccontrols.
The pause indicatorwill light. 9. Stops Automatically
The dryer will alertyou to the end of the cycle, unless no signal is
desired. Remove clothes immediately to minimizewrinkling.
NOTE: Ifa powerfailureoccursduringa cycle,start a newcycle. 1
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I Cycle De_pU_ s I WRINKLE OUT
WRINKLE OUT is an optional featureand can beselectedonlywith
theAutomaticcycles. It works especiallywell with thePERMA
MANUAL OPTIONS PRESS cycleas it providesonehour of tumblingwithoutheat to
TIMED DRY - Usingthetouchpadsinthemiddleofthebackguard,minimizewrinkling. This is especiallyhelpfulif you areunableto
youcan selectTIME andTEMPERATURE.removeclothesafterthe end of thecycle.
You may select TOUCH UP for 15 minutes ofheat or up to 110 Dryer will beep every 5 minutes to remind youthat the clothes are
minutes of heat using TIME Pad.You may also select ready to be removed from the dryer. Clothes can be removed atany
NORMAL,LOWor FLUFF (no heat) usingTEMP Pad. There is a 5 time throughout WRINKLE OUT. When clothes are removed touch
minute cool down at the end of the cycle, the OFF Pad to shut off dryer.
Use TIMEdryforvery small loads (under about4 pounds). Itcan also DELICATES
beusedformixedloadswherefabricsvaryinbulkandweightandmay Delicates has been preset at the dry setting with LOWheat for
requiredifferent dryingtimes. Someitemsmay betaken outwhen dry garments that requirelower settings.Cooldown period is 5 minutes
and dryer restarted by touching STARTPador reselect time and at end of cycle.
touch START Pad. KNITS-BLANKETS
FLUFF (no heat) can be used to freshen articles, or dry foam or
rubberized items. Select time bytouching the TIME Pad then select Knits-Blanketshas been preset at the dry setting and provides a
FLUFF by touching the TEMPPad. LOWheat with 10 minutes of cool down.
COTTONS&LINENSSIGNAL ON/OFF
Cycle isdesignedto dry mostcottons and linens. This cycle ispreset If signal is not desired at the end of thecycle, you must touch the
for dry setting and NORMAL heat. There isa five minute cool down SIGNAL ON/OFF Pad. The indicator light willgo off to show that
period,signal is not selected.
PERMA PRESS MORE DRY/LESS DRY
Cycle isdesignedto dryall syntheticfabrics. Itispreset for NORMAL Automatic Cycles are already programmed for DRY. Select MORE
heatand dry setting. The 15 minutecool downperiod helpsto reduce DRY for heavy fabrics or if clothes are not dry enough. Select LESS
wrinkling. To further minimize wrinkling select WRINKLE OUT. DRYfor lightweight fabrics or if a less dry setting is desired. This
option can only be used with the Automatic Cycles.
COOL DOWN
CoolDown is added atthe end ofthe cycle.This period allows the
clothes to reacha temperature comfortable for handling and reduces
the creation ofwrinkles. Clothes can be removed at any time during
this period. No significant energy usage is incurredas the heat is off
and room temperature air is used.
Drying Guide
Dry
Setting More Dry (No additional Pad) Less Dry
FLUFF(No Heat) Foam rubber (pillows, bras,
(TimeDryOnly) ;tuftedtoys). Plastics (shower
curtains, tablecloths.) Rubber-
backed rugs, Drapes
CO'R'ONS &LINENSHeavy Weight Fabrics - Towels, Medium Weight Cottons - Sheets, LightWeight Cottons
jeans, corduroys, work clothes pillowcases,cottonunderwear,dia-
pers.Also, lightweight cottons
PERMAPRESS Heavy Weight Fabrics -Work Heavy Weight Fabrics - Work
clothes, jackets, raincoats clothes, jackets, raincoats
Medium Weight Fabrics - Shirts,
play clothes, sheets, slacks
Light Weight Fabrics - Lingerie, Light Weight Fabrics - Lingerie,
blouses, dresses blouses, dresses
DELICATES HeavyWeight Fabrics Heavy Weight Fabrics, Medium or Medium or LightWeight Fabrics
Light Weight Fabrics
KNITS AND BLANKETS Heavy WeightFabrics - Cottons, Heavy Weight Fabrics - Cottons, Medium or LightWeight Fabrics -
blends, T-shirts, slacks, blankets, blends, T-shirts, slacks, blankets, Synthetics,blends,blouses,dresses
quilts quilts
Medium or Light Weight Fabrics -
Synthetics, blends, blouses,
dresses

As soonas theloading door is opened, thedryer will stop operating Forboots, sneakers, fragile sweaters,afghans, nylonstockings - any
(dryercylinder willnottumble andthe heaterswillturn off). This safety itemthat might be damaged by tumbling - use the removable drying
featurewill serve alsoasapracticaJconvenience.Itpermits an over- rack.
looked item to be added or a delicate item to be withdrawn.
Oncethedoor hasbeen opened,theTIMER DIAL mustbe pressedto
begin thedryingoperationagain. The originaldryingcyclewill resume
until it is completed.
Toinstall rack:
The lint filter is located in the bottom of the door opening and is
accessiblewhen theloading doorJsopen.Itfiltersall theair circulated 1.Position L-shaped legs against round inset at back of dryer.
throughthe dryerandtraps the considerable quantitiesof lintshed by
most fabrics when they are dried after being washed. 2. Rest the two front legs on either side of the lint filter.
3. Check to see that rack is securely in position.
4. Place items to be dried on top of rack. Allow space for air to
circulate. Items should not hang over the edge, between the
supports, or touch any other partof dryer.
Note: The rack does not move but the drum rotates around the
rack.
The lintfilter should be removed at the end of each drying cycle for 5.Closethe dryer door.
cleaning. Itshould be liftedstraight up untilitclears the dooropening.
Remove the lint with your hands.Be sure the lint filter is properly6. Use TIMED DRY cycle: SeJectTemperature(NORMAL,LOW,
replaced. FLUFF) depending on the item.
Note:If a dryer fabric softener is used frequently, it may deposit on
lintfilter. Occasionallywash lintfilter with soap (netdetergent) NOTE: Some itemsmay need to be rotated from front to back
and water,or refolded to dry inner layers - check periodically.DO
NOT PLACE HANDS IN DRYER WHILE DRUM IS
ROTATING.
For added convenience in loading and unloading, the interior light Toremove rack: simply graspsides with handsand lift out.
automatically illuminates the interior of the dryer when the door is
opened. I __ d._--_ j_,_,,,_,k_ _ _l,,i_';_ I

1. Energy can beconservedby selecting andusing the Automatic 6. Don't add wet things to a partially dried load.
Controls. However,tominimizewrinkling ofclothing,load should
be removed immediately after dryer shuts off. 7. Try to planto do your laundry on low humiditydays. Clothes dry
faster.
2. TheWRINKLEOUT Featureshould notbeusedwhentheclothes
load canbe removed from the dryer immediately after the dryer 8. Avoidexcessiveexhausting. Longducting andturnscan increase
shuts off,If clothes load cannot be removed immediately, the drying time, using more energy.
WRINKLE OUT settingshould be usedto minimizewrinkling. 9. Using cold rinses in yourwasher saves energy, but italso means
3.Keep lintfilter cleanfor thebest air flow and most efficient use of more drying time. The energy usedfor drying is less than would
energywhen drying, be needed to heat rinsewater.
4. Donotoverdry. 10. Useyour dryer during non-peak times as recommended by your
local utilitycompany. This doesnot saveyou energy buthelpsto
5. Dry lightweightfabrics separately from heavy fabrics as this will free electrical powerduring peak periods.
resultin moreeven drying and less opening of the door. Each
time the door isopened warm air escapes.

1.Occasionally wipe exterior with a clean damp sponge or cloth.8. Bleach, detergent,solvents, etc., spilled on the top of yourdryer
Polishwith a softdrycloth. Ifdesired,furniture polish maybe used that areallowedto remain willremove theglossy finish.Remove
on the cabinet body, but noton the control panel, all spills with a clampsoft cloth.
2. After every load, clean lintfilter and screen. 9. Onceevery yearcheck exhaustsystemfor cloggedlintand clean
if necessary.
3. Lifetime lubrication is doneat the factory, so your dryer never
needsto be oiled or greased. 10. Check the vent hood outside occasionally and remove any
accumulated lint.
4. Do not lay heavyor sharp objects on top of your dryer.11. Do not overload for best results and long use.
5. Thetopof bothwasherand dryershould notbe usedforremoving
stains from garments.Some stain removers, such as rust re- 12.CLEANINGTHEDRUM-Keepdryerdrumcleanatalltimes. After
mover,will marthe finish, drying a load of heavilystarched, newly-dyed ortinted fabrics, or
non colorfast garments, wipe the drum with a damp cloth to
6. Remove pins, buckles or other sharp objects from clothes to remove starch or dye.
prevent scratching interior parts.DO NOT POUR WATER intothe drum.
7. Clothesshould not be stored in dryer. 13. Check the drum after each load for loose buttons, buckles, etc.,
which may have fallen off in the tumbling process.
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