RCA DRL4680S Installation instructions

Con_en_s
Appliance Registration 2
Automatic Drying 8
Consumer Services 15
Cycle Settings 7
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L,ryer nxnaust
Energy-Saving Tips 5
Knits Drying Tips 8, 13
important Phone Numbers 15
Light Bulb Replacement 11
Lint Filter 7, 11
Loading 7, 9
Mode! and Seria! Numbers 2
Operating the Dryer 6-8
Perm. Press Drying Tips 8, 13, 14
Press Guard Cycle 7
Problem Solver 12-14
Sorting 7, 9
Storing Dryer 11
Jlmea LJrymg 8
User Maintenance Instructions 11
Warranty Back Cover
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Y.tseand Care of
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it is mtenucu....to nmp you
operate and maintain your
new dryer properly.
Keep it handy for answers to
your questions.
If you don't understand something
or need more help, write (include
your phone number)
Consumer Affairs
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
Save time and money.
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check the Problem Solver
section. It lists causes of minor
operating problems that you can
correct yourself.
If you received a
damaged washer...
Immediately contact the dealer (or
builder) that sold you the dryer.
Write down the model
and serial numbers.
You'll find them on a label on the
front of the dryer behind the door.
These numbers are also on the
Consumer Product Ownership
Registration Card that came with
your dryer. Before sending in
wrlm
this card, please tnc_c
numbers here:
Model Number
Serial Number
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correspondence or service calls
concerning your dryer.
IWARNING: For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the
•-;dr ,_P_;_ a_ o_nln_;_n ar tn nrovont nmnortv damaoe, ner._ona| injury or loss of life.
_Df, nn_ _t_,ro nr ._o on_l_no nr other o Immediately call your gas supplier from a
flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity
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*Do not try to light any appliance,
oDo not touch any _""_-' °'-*"_'" a_ _,.,
use any phone in your building.
all occupants.
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neighbor's phone. Follow the gas suppller's
instructions.
* If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call
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--Installation andservice must be performed
by a qualified installer, service agency or
the gas supplier.
All drying instruction terms in this book conform to the Care Labeling Rule
established by the Federal Trade Commission, January 1984.
To obtain se_wice, see the
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back of this book.
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want you to be pleased. If for some
reason you are not happy with the
service you receive, here are three
_teps to follow for further help.
First, contact the people who
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why you are not pleased. In most
cases, this will solve the problem.
NEXT, if you are still not pleased,
write all the details--including
your phone number--to:
Consumer Relations
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
FINALLY, if your problem is
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Action Panel
20 North Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60606
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Read art instructions before using th s appliance.
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
The California Sate 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
customers of potential exposure to such substances.
Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to
four of these substances, namely benzene, carbon
monoxide, formaldehyde and soot, caused
primarily by the incomplete combustion of natural
Properly adjusted dryers will minimize incomplete
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minimized further by properly venting the dryers
to the outdoors.
-Do not repair or replace any
part o_ me app_mnce or a_emp_
any servicing unless specifically
in published user-repair instructions that you
understand and have the skills to carry out.
.When disconnecting this appliance
pull by the plug rather than the cord
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of cord and plug. Make sure that the cord is
located go that it will not he stenned on trinned
over or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.
To Minimize the Possibility
of a Fire Hazard
AWarning--To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons
wnen using your appnance, to.ow na_c
precautions, including the following:
.Use this appliance only for its intended purpose
as described in this Use and Care Book.
, his dryer must be properly installedand located in accordance with the
Installation instructions before it is
used. If you did not receive an Installation
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uryer, youmstrucuons sneer wm_ your
one by contacting the service location nearest you.
--Proper_y ground to conform with all
governing codes and ordinances. Follow
_Locate where the temperature is above 50°E
(10°C.) for satisfactory operation of the dryer
dryer where it will be exposed to the weather.
_L.O_l_t _o apropeH 3, ra_e_, prot_gtt:u
and sized power supply circuit to avoid
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_E>:hausfing to the outside is STRONGLY
of moisture and lint from being blown into the
m.qm Carefifllv follow the Exhaustin9 Details
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in the Installation Instructions.
,Exhaust Duct---See Installation Instructions.
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diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet or
PLASTIC OR OTHER COMBUSTIBLE
DUCTWORK CAN CAUSE A FIRE. FOIL OR
OTHER EASILY PUNCTURED DUCTWORK
CAN CAUSE AFIRE IF IT COLLAPSES OR
BECOMES OTHERWISE RESTRICTED IN
USE OR DURING INSTALLATION.
•Do not use heat to dry articles containing rubber,
plastic, or similar materials (such as padded
bras, tennis shoes, galoshes, bath mats, rugs, bibs,
baby pants, plastic bags, etc.) as these materials
may melt or bum. Also, some rubber materials,
when heated, can under certain circumstances
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Garments !abe!ed "Dry Away from Heat"
(svch as life jackets containing Kapok)
must not be put in your dryer.
,_ _Do not wash or dry articles
_) that have been cleaned in,
...... _ washed in, soaked in, or spotted
_+_ _'" with combustible or explosive
substances (such as wax, paint, gasoline,
etc.) which may ignite or explode. Do not add
these substances to the wash water. Do not use
these substances around your washer and/or
dryer during operation.
oAny article on which you have used a cleaning
solvent, or which contains flammable materials
(such as cleaning cloths, mops, towels used in
beauty salons, restaurants or barber shops, etc.)
must not be placed in or near the dryer until all
traces of these flammable liquids or solids and
their fumes have been removed. There are many
tfighly flammable items used in homes such as:
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acetone, o_naturcti _lCO[lOl, gB.SOllil_, h_lObl311t_,
some househoid cleaners, some spot removers,
containing petroleum distillates.
To ,Minimize the P_ssib_tity _f Injury
drum is moving. Before loading, unloading
or nddim, clothes, wait until the drum has
completely stopped.
Skin irritation could result from the remaining
zla_ narticle_ that may be picked un by clothing
during subsequent dryer uses.
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the flame retardancy of fabrics.
To avoid such aresult, the ga_rment
manufacturer's care instructions
should be followed very carefully.
_. • Clean the lint filter before each load
to prevent lint accumulation inside
the dryer or in the room. DO NOT
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FILTER IN PLACE.
• Keep the area around and underneath your
appliances free from the accumulation of
chemicals, etc.
oThe interior of the machine and the exhaust
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conaect_on msme me ury.er snoum v_
cleaned periodically hy aqualified individual.
-Keep all laundry aids (such
as detergents, bleaches, fabric
_'_ soffteners, etc.) out of the reacho ehild_n, preferably in a locked
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container labels to avoid personal injury.
Keep the floor around your appliances clean
and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.
0 o minimize the possibility of electric
shock, unplug this appliance from the
_/'_._1 power supply before attempting any
maintenance or cleaning (except the removal and
cleaning of the lint filter).
_ NOTE: Turning the Cycle Selector
__ knob to an OFF position does NOT
disconnect the appfiance from the
. Do not tamper with the controls.
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o]Yo_mt operate this appliance if it is damaged,
ma[t'uncfioning, partially disassembled, or has
missing or broken parts, including a damaged
cord or plug.
oNever climb on or stand on the dryer top.
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aa_omatic electric ignition and does not have
a pilot light. DO NOT ATI'EMPT TO LIGHT
WITH AMATCH. Burns may result from having
your hand in the vicinity of the burner when the
automatic ignition may turn on.
Dryer-applied Fabric Softeners or
Anti-static Conditioners
You may Msh to soften your laundered
f_hrle_ r_r rorllleo tho _t_tle M_otrlo_tv in thorn
We recommend you use either a fabric softener
in the wash cycle, according to the manufacturer's
instructions for those products, or try a dryer-added
product for which the manufacturer gives written
assurance on the package that their product can be
safely used in your dryer.
Service or performance problems caused by
the use of these products are the responsibility
of the manufacturers of those products and are
not covered under the warranty of this appliance.
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°Sort clothes by weight so you won't have to run an extra cycle for
one or two heavier, slower-drying items.
•Do not overload your dryer. For efficient drying, clothes need
to tumble freely.
o Use Automatic Cycles whenever possible to help prevent overdrying
and to save energy.
oRemove garments promptly at the end of the drying cycle and place
on hangers.
oDry your clothes in consecutive loads. Using a "warm" dryer
will save energy.
Clean the dryer lint filter each time you dry.
• Clean the dryer exhaust ducting at least once a year. A partially clogged
exhaust can lengthen drying time.

Features and appearance._ may vary slightly
_x,S\RN]INGmTo reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury _o persons when using your
appliance, read the E_'iPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.
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Sort and Load the Clothes
Good sorting for the dryer begins at the washer. Generally, if clothes are
sorted correctly for washing, they're sorted correctly for drying. See the
How to Sort the Clothes section, if you do mix various types of fabrics in
your load, set the controls for the lighter-weight fabrics and remove when
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Set the Controls -- Controls and features will vm_ from model to model
See the Suggested Fabric and Drying Selections guide.
Drying Selections.
Select the proper heat for your load.
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Automatic
ID_dn_ Automatic Perm. Press and Timed
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Selectmns Regular cycle Knits Cycles Cycles
!Cottons o
High Heat
Perm. Press ®
Fluff ®
No Heat*
Knits/Delicates ® ®
Low Heat
-_Fluff-No Heat option can be used with an automatic cycle, but for
best performance it is recommended to be used with a timed cycle.
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Turn the Press Guard cycle indicator to YES
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Guard. This feature will minimize wrinkles setting
in the clottaes. The Press Guard feature provides
approximately one hour of no-heat tumbling after
the clothes are dry. Use your SIGNAL to remind
you to remove ClULII_.b. See o:___, .... :__,3,1gl lill bCldtlOll.
Cycle Selector.
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The selector may be turned in either direction.
Set this signal, if desired, to remind you to
remove clothes from the dryer when the cycle
ends. See the Signal section.
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type of heat used (Electric, Natural gas or LP
gas), size of load. types of fabrics, wetness of
clothes, and condition of exhaust ducts.
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Start Knob.
Turn the Start knob to start the dryer. (Opening
the door during operation stops the dryer. To
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__,as,d-_, Operates with any cycle. (on models so equipped)
The sig_nal control can be set anywhere between
OFF and LOUD, depending on the desired sound
level. The signal will sound just before the end of the
cycle to remind you to remove the clothes.
To stop the signal while sounding, turn the signal
control to OFF or advance the Cycle Selector to Ol_P.
The signal should always be used when drying
Knltb or
polyester permanent press _tems which
should be removed as soon as the dryer stops to
help prevent setting of wrinkles.
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oDO NOT OVERLOAD_
Garments being dried or
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• REMOVE CLOTHES
PROMPTLY_To help prevent
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the dryer promptly at the end of
the drying cycles.
° PLACE ON HANGERS_
Permanent press and polyester
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on hangers after drying.
The Difference Between Auto Regular and Timed Regular Drying (on models soequipped)
Auto Regular Drying
When using the Auto Regular Cycles, the dryer
t.u_ltnlually _.Cll.SCbthe tempc[aturc ot-_....um air in the
dryer drum. Wet laundry keeps the air cool. When
laundry is dry enough (and the drum air warm
enough) the heat turns off. When the air cools, the
heat turns back on. This off and on cycling may
happen a number of times (depending on the fabric,
load size and Cycle Selector setting). The Cycle
,qetertor advanreq (when the bent iq nff/until it
automatically turns off dryer.
Timed Regular Drying
When using the Timed Regular Cycles, you select the
number of minutes you wish the dryer to run and it
turns off at the end of this time period.
Drying Selections Guide for the Automatic Cycles (onmodels so equipped--appearance will vary)
Set to regular position Set toward More Dry Set toward Less Dry
AUTO REGULAR GFF _ AUTO PERMANENT l[AUTO REGULAR OFF _e AUTO PERMANENT
PRESS _ "*' PRESS
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PRESS PRESS
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oFor most regular loads. • For loads that include heavy-
weight fabrics.
o If you desire to remove more
moisture from your load.
.For light weight fabric loads.
• If you desire to remove less
moisture from the load.
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Separate _, \_ Lint _/
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chenille--give up lint.
L!NT COLLECTORS--such as man-made fibers and
napped fabrics like velveteen and corduroy--attract
lint. These must be dried separately.
Sort by Fabric
in addition to
sorting to reduce
llnt rnll_etlnn vv_
recommend that you
wash fabrics of similar
construction together
whenever possible.
Separate
\&Cottons,Z \_, bynmeTlcs, _1 \_ Permanent _/ _uellcates l_ /
_ Linens from \_ Blends& __[ from \_ Press _/ from
& Poly Knits _/ _
Sort by Color
Separate
Sort by Weight
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\_Heavy.ltems_/ ,._ \_ Light Items _/
towels) curtains) _4/
For information on tumble drying extra large
items and different fabrics and loads, see the
Suggested Fabrics and Drying Selections guide.
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Separate
Drum with /
Cottons & Linens N_ Drum with/
Permanent Press Load j
FInn't nvorlnnd vnm" dryer
Crowded loads don't dry
efficiently and clothes may
be unnecessarily wrinkled.
Loads should look like this:
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Cycle Suggested Drying Selection
Aulomatic Regular High Heat
Autolnatic Permanent
Press & Knits
De!icates
Timed
For Clothes Load/Fabrics such as:
•Cottons and linens
-Down-filled garments, if machine
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• Permanent press fabrics with cotton
- Synthetics
- Silks and wools
. Rayon and acetate
• Pillows*
• Blankets**
o Extra large items***
Medium Heat
Low Heat
High Heat
Medium Heat
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Special Instructions
Refer to garment manufacturer's care labels for more information.
*Pillows ] Check ticking for holes or weak seams where feathers or filling could escape.
IDRY ONLY ONE PILLOW AT A TIME. Set dryer for maximum time. Stop
dryer occasionally and shake pillow to redistribute filling for more even drying.
Check pillow at end of drying time--if not completely dry, return pillow to dryer
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completely to prevent mildew. DO NOT tumble dry pillows containing kapok.
"_"_Blankets
***Extra Large Items--
Queen or King size
sheets; Blankets or
Spreads; Mattress
Covers/Pads
t'ut z or 4 dry towels into the dryer; mmbie dry for 5 minutes. Set timer for
20-25 minutes. DO NOT set control for more than 25 minutes. DRY ONLY
ONE BLANKET A_ A TIME. Remove blanket at the end of the cycle and
block the blanket back to its original shape. Allow to dry thoroughly
before storing.
First setting--20 minutes; check and redistribute load. Then set timer for
15 minutes; check load again. Reset timer at 5 minute intervals, checking
after each 5 minutes to make sure that the articles do not fill the dryer drum:
many large articles, when wet, have ample room in the dryer, but as they
dry and fluff up, they may not have room to tumble. CAUTION: If large
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could result in scorching your valuable items. NOTE: Mattress covers/pads
should be dried alone.
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CARE AND 2
User M_inte.nance _nstructions
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connected in your new residence, be sure your licensed electrician
confirms that thc supply voltage matches the voltage specified on
the ratinoo plate.
Dryer Exterior
Wipe off any spills or washing
compounds. Wipe or dust with a
damp cloth. Try not to strike the
surface with sharp objects.
Dryer control panel and finishes
may be damaged by some laundry.
pre-treatment soil and stain
remover products if such products
are sprayed on or have direct
contact with the dryer.
Apply these pre-treatment products
away from the dryer. The fabric
may then be washed and dried
normally. Damage to your dryer
caused by pre-treatment products
is not covered by your warranty.
_ryer vrum
The porcelain enamel drum
is rust-resistant and requires
no special care.
Dryer Exhaust
Inspect and clean the dryer
exhaust ducting at least once
a year.
Dryer _torage
To store your dryer for a
short period of time, disconnect
the power supply and clean the
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Lint Filter
Before every dryer
use, clean the lint
filter. Put your
moistened fingers
,st the comer of the.
filter and wipe all
the way across to
the other corner.
Lint Filter
Periodically,
remove the lint
filter and insert
the suction hose
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vacuum cleaner
into the opening.
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Air Circulation
Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and
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BEFORE REPLACING
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SURE TO UNPLUG THE
DRYER POWER CORD.
Unscrew the bulb and
replace it with the same
type i0 watt bulb.
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USE THiS PR©BLEM SOLVER
PROBI.EM POSSIBLE CAUSE
DRYER WON'T START
CLOTHES TAKE TOO
LONG TO DRY
SHRINKAGE, GENERAL
o Dryer unplugged. Make sure power cord is plugged in.
getting current. Most electric dryers use two.
•("ontralq imnronorlu ca| Mnlto <nre t"nntrnl_ aro _ot nnd tim Rtnrt knnh i< tm'nert
to START. Opening the door during operation stops the dryer. To restart, close
the door and turn Start knob to START.
•Dryer door is open. Close door securely--dryer will not run with door open.
• Circuit is overloaded. Do not operate other appliances on the same electrical
outlet or circuit while the dryer is operating.
• Controls imnronerlv set_ Cheek all cnntml_ tn make _m'e they are correctly
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set for the load you want to dry. See the How to Operate Your Dryer section.
• Clogged lint filter. Remove and clean filter before every, load. Periodically clean
area under lint filter with vacuum cleaner. See the Care and Cleaning section.
o hnproper ducting. Make sure dryer is ducted in accordance with the
Installation Instructions.
• Obstruction in exhaust ducting. Make sure ducting is clean and free of
obstruction; make sure damper in outside wall cap operates easily, ff flexible
ducting is used, be sure it is not kinked and is properly installed according to
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•Blown fuses or tripped circuit breakers. Check household fuses or circuit
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tripped and the dryer will still tumble without heat.
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• Large loads of moisture-holding fabrics, such as beach towels, take a long
time to remove moisture.
oToo many items in dryer. Dry only one washer load at'a time. Do not
combine loads.
,Too few items in dryer. If drying only one article, add two more similar articles,
even if dry, to insure proper tumbling.
*Some fabrics will shrink whether machine washed and tumble dried or washed
hv hand znd clrin dried- ntherq may ho qnfolv vunahod hnt xxHllqhrinlt in n clrxtor
Follow garment manufacturers' care labels exactly. If in doubt, do not machine
wash or tumble dry.
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PROBLEM
SHRINKAGE, KNITS
WRINKLIN(3 IN •
PERMANENT PRESS
AND "NO-!RON" ITEMS o
POSSIBLE CAUSE
o Relaxation shrinkage can occur in knit fabrics that have been improperly
stretched and elongated by the manufacturer. When this occurs, garment may
he nreqqed hnek intn _.hnne afler enc'h wn<h .qnc! dry cycle
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- Progressive or delayed shrinkage is caused when starch or sizing (in some
fabrics) is gradually removed by laundering. May be noticed in older garment_
that have been laundered many times without previous shrinkage. Treat as for
relaxation shrinkage above.
° Shrinkage caused by overheating occurs in certain knit fabrics that have
been heat-shaped. When washing, drying or ironing temperatures exceed the
temperatures used to shape set, shrinkage may occur. This cannot be corrected,
but it can be prevented by washing in cold or warm water; drying on low heat.
Leaving clothes in dryer after tumbling stops. Remove clothes promptly and
hang them immediately.
Too many items in dryer. Dry only one washer load at a time, Do not
combine loads.
Too few items in dryer, if drying only one article, add two or more similar
articles, even if dry, to insure proper tumbling.
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heavy perinanent press ltelltb,-"...... buell ab workunpmp_ _uau_, _vum _uunummg
clothes, with lighter permanent press items, such as shirts or blouses. Do not
wash or dry. permanent press with regular laundry.
Too many clothes in washer. Items must have room to move freely. Permanent
press loads should always be smaller than regular loads...no more than
medium loads.
Use of incorrect wash and dry cycles, if available, use Permanent Press wash
cycle which provides a cool-down rinse to minimize wrinkling. Also, if
available, use Permanent Press drying cycle.
Incorrect water level. Use large water level for medium load; medium level
or half full for small load.
Washing repeatedly in too hot water. Wash in cool or warm water with
plenty of detergent.
o Failure to use fabric softener. Proper use of fabric softener will
minimize wrinkling.
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE
TO REMOVE WRINKLES TO REMOVE WRINKLES:
ON DRYERS WITH A ° Retumble on Permanent Press setting.
SETTING • Refinse and dry on Permanent Press setting.
, If unsuccessful, retumble on normal temperature for 10-12 minutes
and hang immediately,
• Iron carefully.
- Send to Dry Cleaners for pressing.
•_nmo wrinkleq tony r_.mnin which cnnnnt he removed.*
• NOTE: If you follow good laundry procedures and permanent press
clothes still come out wrinkled, the finish may not be good quality. Also, in
permanent press synthetic/cotton blends, the cotton portion of the fabric can
eventually wear away leaving only the synthetic. Since its the cotton portion
which is treated for permanent press, a loss or decrease of permanent press
performance will result.

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WH T iS COVERED
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
For one year from date of original purchase, we
will provide, free of charge, parts and service labor
in your home to repair or replace any part of the
dryer that fails because of a manufacturing defect.
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser
and any succeeding owner for products purchased
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Hawaii and Wasl_ngton, D.C. In Alaska the
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GE CONSUMER SERVICE, a leader in the service
industry, to fulfill your service needs. Should your
appliance need service, during warranty period or
beyond, call 800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737).
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
Service trips to your home to teach you how to
use the product.
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have any questions about operating the product,
please contact your dealer or
Manager---Consumer Affairs
RCA Appliances
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
Improper installation.
If you have an installation problem, contact your
dealer or installer. You are responsible for
providing adequate electrical, gas, exhausting and
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" Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit
breakers.
• Failure of the product if it is used for other than its
intended purpose or used commercially.
° Damage to product caused by accident, fire,
floods or acts of God.
WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not
apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you
may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To know
what your legal rights are in your state, consult your local or state
consumer affairs office or your state's Attorney General.
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RCA Appliances
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
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Energy-Saving Tips 5
Knits Drying Tips 8, 13
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Light Bulb Replacement 11
Lint Filter 7, 11
Loading 7, 9
Mode! and Serial Numbers 2
Operating the Dryer 6-8
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Problem Solver 12-14
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Eis lntenocu tO nctp you
operate and maintain your
new dryer properly.
Keep it handy for answers to
your questions.
If you don't understand something
or need more help, write (include
your phone number)
Consumer Affairs
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
Save time and money.
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check the Problem Solver
section. It lists causes of minor
operating problems that you can
correct yourself.
If you received a
damaged washer...
Immediately contact the dealer (oi"
builder) that sold you the dryer.
Write down the model
and serial numbers.
You'll find them on a label on the
front of the dryer behind the door.
These numbers are also on the
Consumer Product Ownership
Registration Card that came with
your dryer. Before sending in
this card, please write these
numbers here:
Model Number
Serial Number
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correspondence or service calls
concerning your dryer,
All drying instruction terms in this book conform to the Care Labeling Rule
established by the Federal Trade Commission, January 1984.
To obtain service, see the
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back of this book.
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reason you are not happy with the
service you receive, here are three
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First, contact the people who
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write all the details--including
your phone number--to:
Consumer Relations
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
FINALLY, if your problem is
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Major Appliance Consumer
Action Pane!
20 North Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60606
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Read all instrucfiens before usm this appliance.
B_PORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
The Catifbrnia 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
customers of potential exposure to such substances.
Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to
four of these substances, namely benzene, carbon
monoxide, formaldehyde and soot, caused
primarily by the incomplete combustion of natural
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Properly adjusted dryers will minimize incomplete
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minimized further by properly venting the dryers
to the outdoors.
AWarning--To reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock, or injury to persons
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when using your appnance, muow .a_c
precautions, including the following:
. Use this appliance only for its intended purpose
as described in this Use and Care Book.
, his dryer must be properly installed
and located in accordance with the
Insmiiation instructions before it is
used. If you did not receive an Installation
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ms[rucuons sneer win1 your urycr, you can ootam
one by contacting the service location nearest you.
--Properly ground to conform with aii
governing codes and ordinances. Follow
--Locate where the temperature is above 50°E
(t0°C.) for satisfactory operation of the dryer
dryer where it will be exposed to the weather.
--%,_mecz to a prupen3, rateu, pru_vctvu
and sized power supply circuit to avoid
olootrio_l nvorlnnd
_Exhausfing to the outside is STRONGLY
of moisture and lint from being blown into the
roam. Caref, llv follow the Exhaustin9 Details
................ j........................... _ ........
in the Installation Instructions.
. Do not repair or replace any
part o_ me app_mnce or auempg
any servicing unless specifically
in published user-repair instructions that you
understand and have the skills to carry out.
. When disconnecting this appliance
pull by the plug rather than the cord
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of cord and plug. Make sure that the cord is
located go that it will not he steamed on. trinned
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over or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.
To Minimize the Possibility
of a Fire Hazard
•Exhaust Duct---See Installation Instructions.
use umy ngm mem_ or _exm_e Jmteuu.
diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet or
P_, ,avh_.i*:_ino f_ _ho mlih_ido TTN]_ NIc/
PLASTIC OR OTHER COMBUSTIBLE
DUCTWORK CAN CAUSE A FIRE. FOIL OR
OTHER EASILY PUNCTURED DUCTWORK
CAN CAUSE A FIRE IF IT COLLAPSES OR
BECOMES OTHERWISE RESTRICTED IN
USE OR DURING INSTALLATION.
•Do not use heat to dry articles containing rubber,
plastic, or similar materials (such as padded
bras, tennis shoes, galoshes, bath mats, rugs, bibs,
baby pants, plastic bags, etc.) as these materials
may meit or burn. Also, some rubber materials,
when heated, can under certain circumstances
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oGarments iabe!ed "Dry Away from Heat"
(such as iife jackets containing Kapok)
must not be put in your dryer.
,_ oDo not wash or dry articles
_ hat have been cleaned in,
washed in, soaked in, or spotted
_r_ -'- with combustible or explosive
substances (such as wax, paint, gasoline,
etc.) which may ignite or explode. Do not add
these g_,h_fnneog to the wash water. Do not use
these substances around y_ur washer and/or
dryer during operation.
, Any article on which you have used a cleaning
_c_Iv_nt or whirh rnntnin_ flnmmnhle, matarinl_
(such as cleaning cloths, mops, towels used in
beauty salons, restaurants or barber shops, etc.)
must not be placed in or near the dryer until all
traces of these flammable liquids or solids and
their fumes have been removed. There are many
highly flanunable items used in homes such as:
acetone, _.......... _-'--'--' .... "-- '........
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some househoid cleaners, some spot removers,
containing petroleum distillates.
To Nhmm_ze the P_ssiNHty of Injury
drum is moving. Before loading, unloading
or adding, clothes wait until the drum has
completely stopped.
Skin irritation could result from the remaining
_la._ nartiele_ that may he oieked un by clothing
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during subsequent dryer uses.
the flame retardancy offabrics.
To avoid such aresult, the g_a__rrn_ent
manufacturer's care instructions
should be followed very_carefully.
"Close supervisionisnecessary
if thn_ annBanee |_ n_ed hv or
near children. Do not allow
children to play inside, on, or
with this ap-pliimce or any discarded
appliance. Dispose of discarded appliances and
shipping or pac_g materials properly. _e_ore
discarding adryer, or removing from service,
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_. *Clean the h_nt.filter befog, each !0ad
to prevem nm accummauon msme
the dryer or in the room. DO NOT
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FILTER IN PLACE.
• Keep the area around and underneath your
appliances free from the accumulation of
chemicals, etc.
oThe interior of the machine and the exhaust
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auc_ CO[lUleC_.lO,lmslue the ury._r snowu _c
cleaned periodically by a qualified individual
_'. Keep• all laundry aids (such
II__ 1:] as detergents, Ibleach_es, fabric
softeners, etc;) outof the reach
of children, preferably in a locked
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containerlabelsto avoidpersonal injury.
Keeptheflooraroundyour appliancesclean
and drytoreduce the possihility of slipping.
, o minimize the possibility of electric
shock, unplug this appliance from the
,_,"_7,_ power supply before attempting any
maintenance or cleaning (except the removal and
cleaning of the lint filter):
NOTE:Turning the Cycle Selector
" - knob to an OFF position does NOT
_ disconnect the appliance from the
- Do not romper with the controls.
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