Roper EL2020W User manual

UseAndCam
A Note To You 2
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Parts And Features 4
Operating
instructions 5
plirig For Your 9
Laundry Guide 13
LJfooz Assistance
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Warranty 20
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LARGE CAPACITY ELECTRIC AND GAS DRYERS
MODELS EL2020W Gl2020W
EL3030W GL3030W

A Note To You
Thank you for buying a Roper appliance.
You have purchased a quality, worfd-c/ass home appliance. Years of engineering experience have gone
into its manufacturing. To ensure that you will enjoy many years of trouble-free operation, we have
developed this Use and Care Guide. lt is full of valuable information on how to operate and maintain
your appliance properly and safely. Please read it carefully. Also, please complete and mail the Owner-
ship Registration Card provided with your appliance.
Your safety is important to us.
This guide contains safety symbols and statements. Please pay special attention to these symbols and
follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explanation of the use of each symbol.
This symbol will help alert you to such dangers as
personal injury, burns, fire and electrical shock. This symbol will help you avoid actions which could cause product damage (scratches, dents,
etc.) and damage to your personal property.
Our TOLL-FREE number, 1-80044-ROPER (l-800447-6737). is
available 24 hours a day.
lf you ever have a question concerning your appliance’s operation, or if you need service, feel free to
call us for help. When calling, you will need to know your appliance’s complete model number and serial
number. You can find this information on the model and serial number plate (see diagram on page 4.)
For your convenience, we have induded a handy place below for you to record these numbers, the
purchase date from the sales slip and your dealets name and telephone number. Keep this book and
the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference.
Model Number Dealer Name
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Dealer Phone
FOR YOUR SAFETY
if you smell gas:
1. Open windows.
2. Don’t touch electrical switches.
3. Extingulsh any open flame.
4. immediately call your gas
supplier.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline or
other flammable vapors and
liquids in the vicinity of this or
any other appliance. The fumes
can create a fire hazard or
explosion.

Important Safety Instructions
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical stiock, or injury to persons when
using your dryer, follow basic precautions, including the following:
l Read all instructions before uslng the
l You are responsible for maklng sure that
dryer. your dryer is installed, repaired and has parts
l NEVER dry items deaned. washed, soaked replaced by a qualified person.
in or spotted with wax, paint, gasoline or
l Use only fabric softeners specifically labeled
flammable fluids in the dryer. The fumes can as not being harmful to the dryer.
create a FIRE HAZARD or EXPLOSION.
ALWAYS hand launder and air dry fabrics
l FIRE HAZARD and DAMAGE to materials
containing these materials. can resuft from:
l NEVER allow children to operate, play with -drying rubber, rubber-like and heat sensitive
or crawl inside the dryer. Close supervision materials with heat.
of children is necessary when the dryer is -allowing lint build-up inside the dryer or
used near children. exhaust system. Cleaning should be done
l DO NOT reach into a dryer if the drum is periodically by a qualified person.
moving.
l Clean lint screen before or after each load.
l When discarding an old dryer, ALWAYS
l DC NOT let dust, lint, paper, rags, chemicals,
remove the door to prevent accidental etc. pile up around or under the dryer.
entrapment.
l Dryer must be electrically grounded. See the
l DO NOT install or store dryer where it will be Installation Instructions.
exposed to the weather.
l DO NOT tamper with the controls.
- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -
Additional safety instructions and your
responsibilities
l NEVER operate the dryer if:
- it is not working right (i.e. noisy,
too hot).
- it is damaged.
-parts are missing (i.e. door latch).
-all panels are not in place.
-the lint screen is loose, damaged or
missing.
l ALWAYS shut off the gas valve before
leaving on vacation if you have a gas dryer.
l ALWAYS unplug the power supply cord or
turn off electrical power before attempting to
service the dryer. Shut off GAS VALVE if
you have a gas dryer.
l You are responsible for making sure that
your dryer:
-is properly maintained.
-is properly installed and leveled on a floor
that can support the weight in a well
ventilated room.*
- is located in an area where the temperature
is above 4S°F (7°C).
- is connected to the proper outlet and
electrical supply.*
- is properly connected to fuel and exhaust
systems.’
- is not installed against drapes or curtains.’
- is used only for jobs normally expected of
home clothes dryers.
- is not used by anyone unable to operate it
properly.
‘See the Installation Instructions for complete
information.
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Parts And Features
Your dryer’s parts and features are illustrated in this section. Become familiar with all parts and features
before using your appliance.
Cycle control knob Start button
Unt screen
Temperature selector
(EL303OW/GL303OW)
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Model and serlel
number plate I II
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Control panels
ELZOZOW and GLZOZOW
Dryer drum

Operating Instructions
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Starttng your dryer .............................................5 llle AIR oyok or setlhlg ..............................“” 8
Your Roper dryer is designed for ease of operation and maximum drying efficiency. This section gives
you important information for efficient and safe use af your dryer.
NOlEz Do not remove any permanent instruction labels inside the dryer. You should wipe out the dryer
drum with a damp cloth before using to remove dust from storing or shipping.
lf your dryer has a Consumer Buy Guide label, remove it. lt will be easier to remove before the dryer is
used. To remove any remaining glue:
l Rub briskly with thumb to make a ball, then remove.
OR
l Soak area with liquid hand dishwashing detergent before removing glue as described above.
Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable fluids or abrasive cleaners. These can
damage the finish. See ‘Important Safety Instructions’ on page 3.
Starting your dryer
Be sure to refer to the chart bebw for proper sorting, bading and control setting information before
starting your dryer.
NOTE: Do not overdry. Overdrying can cause shrinkage, static ding, and damage some fabrics.
CYCLE CYCLE
TlYE TEYP-TIME
TYPE OF LOAD (El202OW, GL202OW) (ELMSOW, GL303OW)
COlTONS AND LINENS
Extra Heavy-Bedspreads, mattmss
pads, quilts
Heavyweight-Towels, jeans, corduroys.
work dothes
MediumweightSheets. pillowcases,
maon uncielweer, diapers
Lightweight-EIatistes, organdes,
linosris
HEAT REGULAR
70-80 min 70-8Omin HIGH
50-60 min 50-6Omin HIGH
40-50 min 4MOmin HIGH
33-40 min 3MOmin LOW
PERMANENT PRBSS, SYNTHERCS
AND BLENDS
HEAT
PERMANENT PRESS
Heavyweight-W& clothes. jackets, raincoats
Mediumweight-Shirts. play dothes. sheets.
Sk%6
Lightweightangerie, bbuses. dresses
4tMO min 4MOmin HIGH
30-40 min 30-4Omin HIGH
20-30 min 2O-?Dmin LOW
KNITS
Heavyweight-Cottons, rayons, blends,
T-shirts, slacks, shirts
Mediimwaight-Synthetic (polyester, acrylic,
etc.), dress slaoks. skirts, sweaters
Lightweight-Synthetics (polyester, acrylic.
etc.) and blends. lingerie, blouses, dresses
HEAT PERMANENT PRESS
4MO min 406Omin HIGH
30-40 min 30-4Omin LOW
20-30 min 20-30min LOW
DELICATE FABRICS
Sheer curtains (2 or 3 Panels),
gauze, lace. etc.
AIR
2MO min
PERMANENT PRESS
1520 min LOW
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Fire Hazard
Drying rubber, plastic and other heat-sensitive materials with heat can
damage them or be a FIRE HAZARD.
TYPE OF LOAD
RUBBER, PLASTIC,
HEAT-SENSITIVE FABRtCS
Foam Rubber-Pillows. bras, stuffed toys
Plastic-Shower curtains, tabledoths
Rubber-Backed Rugs
Olefin, Poiypro~yk3ne,
Sheer nylon
lsse page 8.
CYCLE
TIME
(EMXOW, Gl202OW)
AIR’
20-30 min
20-30 min
4(150 min
1520 min
CYCLE
TEMP-TIME
(EL303OW, GL303OW)
REGULAR or
PERMANENT PRESS
20-30 min AIR
20-30 min AIR
4MO min AIR
1520 min AIR
2. Set the Temperature Selector on the desired
temperature setting (EL303OW and GL3030W
onlv).
EL202OW and GL2020W
EL303OW and GL303OW
EL303OW and GL303OW
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3. Push the Start Button to start the dryer.
4. To stop and restart the dryer:
l Open the door or turn the Cycle Control Knob
to OFF to stop the dryer.
l Close the door, select a cycle (ii necessary)
and push the Start Button to restart the dryer.
5. To change the cycle and/or time, turn the
Cycle Control Knob either way to point to a
new setting. The Cycle Control Knob should
point to an OFF area when the dryer is not in
use. If the dryer is stopped before the cycle is
finished turn the Cycle Control Knob to an
OFF area.
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The AIR cycle or setting
Fire Hazard
Do not dry plastic or rubber items with heat.
Use AIR or line dry. Failure to do so could
result in fire or damaged items.
The dryer does not heat when the Cycle Control
Knob is on AIR (El202OW and GL2020W) or the
Temperature Selector is turned to AIR (EL3030W
and GL3030W). AIR can be used to fluff or air dry
bedding, plastic tablecloths, foam rubber pillows,
stuffed toys, sneakers, etc.
For models EL202OW and GL2OZOW, turn the
Cycle Control Knob to the desired number of
minutes you want in the AIR Cycle. Then push
the Start Button.
NOTE: Repeat above steps ii more time is
needed to dry items.
EL202OW and GL202OW
For models EL303OW and GL303OW, turn the
Temperature Selector to AIR and Cycle Control
Knob to the number of minutes you want in the
PERMANENT PRESS Cycle. Then push the
Start Button.
NOTE: Repeat above steps if more time is
needed to dry items.
EL303OWandGL303OW
EL303OW and GLXUOW

Caring For Your Dryer
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In This Section
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Cleaning the lint scraen ..................................... 9 Cteanlng tha dryer ................... ..- .................. 10
Unt screen maintenance .................................. -9 Unt removal ................................ ..” ................ 11 I
Cleaning the lint screen
The lint screen is located under a lid on top of the
dryer. Clean ft before each load. A screen
blocked by lint can increase drying time.
1. Open the lid and pull the lint screen straight
out.
2. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers. Do
not rinse or wash the screen to remove lint.
Wet lint is hard to remove.
3. Push the lint screen firmly back into place and
close the lid.
Lint screen maintenance
Laundry detergents and fabric softeners can
cause a residue build-up on the lint screen. A
clogged lint screen can extend drying times.
Clean the lint screen every six months or more
frequently if ii becomes clogged due to a residue
build-up. Use the following method:
1. Wet both sides of lint screen with hot water.
2. Wet a nylon brush with hot water and liquid
detergent.
3. Scrub lint screen with the brush until all
residue build-up is removed.
4. Rinse with hot water.
5. Thoroughly dry lint screen with a clean towel
and replace in dryer.

Cleaning the dryer
ElectrIcal Shock and
Personal In]ury Hazard
l Turn off the electrical power before
cleaning the interior.
l Make sure the dryer is cool.
Failure to do so could result in electrical
shock or injury. Flre Hazard
l Use non-flammable cleaner.
Failure to do so could resuft in an explosion.
Garments which contain unstable dyes, such as
denim blue jeans or brightly colored cotton items,
may discolor the dryer interior.
If you want to remove stains
from dryer drum use one of
the following methods:
Powdered laundry detergent
1. Make a paste with detergent and very warm
waler.
2. Apply paste to a soft cloth and scrub area until
all excess dye is removed.
3. Wipe thoroughly with a damp cloth.
4. Tumble a load of rags to dry.
Liquid non-flammable household cleaner
1. Apply to stained area.
2. Rub with a cloth until all excess dye is
removed.
3. Wipe thoroughly with a damp cloth.
4. Tumble a bad of rags to dry.
To clean dryer exterior:
Wipe with a soft, damp cloth.
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