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A Note to You.. ...................... 2
Dryer Safety ...................... .3-4
Parts and Features ............... 5
Operating Your Dryer ........... 6
Before starting your dryer ...6
Starting your dryer .............. 6
Stopping/restarting
your dryer.. .......................... 6
Selecting the right cycle
and setting .......................... 7
Understanding the
End-of-Cycle signal.. ........... 8
Using the drying rack ........ 11
Caring for Your Dryer ....12-l 5
Laundry Tips.. ................. 16-19
Troubleshooting ............ .20-21
Requesting Assistance
or Service.. ........................... 22
Index ..................................... 23
Warranty .............................. 24
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PART NO. 3401084

A Note To You
Thank you for buying a Roper@ appliance.
Roper appliances give you all the functionality of name brand appliances at a value price. TO
ensure you enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It
contains valuable information about how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and
safely. Please read it carefully. Also, please complete and mail the Ownership Registration
Card provided with your appliance. This card helps us notify you about any new information
on your appliance.
Please record your model’s information.
Whenever you call to request set-vice on Model Number
your appliance, you need to know your
complete model number and serial nulnber. Serial Number
You can find this information on the rn’3del Purchase Date
and serial number label (see diagrams, on
page 5 for location of label). Dealer Name
Please also record the purchase date of
your appliance and your dealer’s name,
address, and telephone number.
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone
Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for
future reference.
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Call our toll-free nurnber
24-hours a day.
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Dryer Safety
Your safety is important to us.
This guide contains safety statements under
warning symbols. Please pay special
attention to these syrnbols and follow any
instructions given. Here is a brief explana-
tion of the use of the symbol.
This symbol will help alert you to such
dangers as personal injury, burns, fire,
and electrical shock.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
For your safety, the information in this manual
must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or
explosion, or to prevent property damage, per-
sonal injury or loss of life.
-Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids
in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
-WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMEL.L GAS:
l Do not try to light any appliance.
l Do not touch any electrical1 switch; do not use any phone in your
building.
l Clear the room, building, or area of all occupants.
l Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone.
Follow the gas supplier’s iinstructions.
l If you cannot reach your g/as supplier, call the fire department.
Installation and service musl: be performed by a qualified installer,
service agency, or the gas supplier.
continued on next page
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To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to
persons when using your dryer, follow basic precautions,
including the following:
l Read all instructions before using your l Do not allow lint to buildup inside the
dryer. dryer or exhaust system. Cleaning should
*Dryer must be electrically grounded. See be done periodically by a qualified
the Installation Instructions. person.
l Do not machine wash or machine dry l Do not allow children to operate, play with
items cleaned, washed, soaked in. or or crawl inside your dryer. Supervise
spotted with wax, paint, gasoline, oil, dry children when your dryer is used near
cleaning solvents, or other flammable children.
fluids. The fumes can create a fire l Do not reach into a dryer if the drum
hazard or explosion. Always hand wash is moving.
and line dry items containing these l Install and/or store dryer where it will not
materials. be exposed to the weather.
l Do not wash or dry items that are soiled l Do not tamper with the controls.
with vegetable or cooking oil. These
items may contain some oil after Iaun- l Do not dry rubber, rubber-like, or heat-
dering. Due to the remaining oil, the sensitive materials with heat.
fabric may smoke or catch fire by Itself. l Unplug the power supply cord or turn off
l Store flammable solvents or fluids away electrical power before attempting to
from your dryer. service your dryer. Also, shut off gas
l Dry cleaning solbents or fluids SholJld valve if you have a gas dryer.
never be put directly into your dryer. l When removing from service or discard-
ing a dryer, always remove the door to
l Do not let dust, lint, paper, rags, chemi-
cals, etc. pile up (around or under the prevent accidental entrapment.
dryer. McLean lint screen before or after each
load.
l Use only fabric softeners specifically
labeled as not being harmful to the dryer.
Understanding your responsibilities
l Be sure that your dryer: -is used only for jobs normally expected of
-is located in an area where the home clothes dryers.
temperature is above 45°F (i’“C). -is not used by anyone unable to operate
-is properly installed in a well-ventilated it properly.
room and leveled on a floor that can l Never operate the dryer if:
support the weight.* - it is not working right (i.e. noisy, too hot).
-is connected to the proper outlet and - it is damaged.
electrical supply.* - parts are missing.
-is properly connected to fuel and - all panels are not in place.
exhaust systems (gas dryers must be
vented outdoors).” -the lint screen is loose, damaged or
missing.
-is not installed against draperies or
curtains, or on carpet.* *See the Installation Instructions for com-
-is properly maintained, repaired ancl has plete information.
parts replaced by a qualified Iperson.
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Parts and Features
The parts and features of your dryer are illustrated below. Become familiar with all parts and
features before using your dryer. Page references are included next to some features. Refer
to those pages for more information about the features.
NOTE: The drawings in this book may vary from your dryer model. They are designed to
show the different features of all models covered by this book, Your model may not include all
features.
temperature
settings*)
(PP. 7-8)
Dryer drum _ZC_
Model and serial
number label
(P. 2)
Temperature selector:
Cycle control
(may include
\ \
Other doors:
Full-width hamper door*
Mini-hamper door*
Start button
(P- 61
’ Lint screen
(P. 12)
Side-swing
door*
Other features not shown:
End-of-Cycle signal* (p. 8)
Drying rack* (p. 11)
Lint signal* (p. 12)
*On some models

Operating Y’our Dryer
The information in this section helps you learn to use your dryer efficiently and safely. Refer
to “Laundry Tips” on page 16 for additional information on sorting, loading, and drying most
types of washables.
Before starting your dryer
Before using your dryer, wipe
the dryer drum with a damp cloth
to remove dust from storing and
shipping.
Starting your dryer
1.
2.
Load clothes into the dryer
and close the door.
Turn the Cycle Control Knob
to the desired cycle. Use the
Energy Preferred Automatic
Setting (*) to dry most loads
(see page 7).
3.
4.
If your dryer has a Tempera-
ture Selector, set it to the de-
sired setting (see page 9).
Press the Start Button.
NOTE: Your dryer stops automatically when a
cycle ends.
Stopping/restartin!g your dryer
You can stop your dryer anytime during a NOTE: The Cycle Control Knob should point
cycle. to an OFF area when the dryer is not in use.
To stop the dryer, either:
l Open the dryer door.
OR
l Turn the Cycle Control
Knob to OFF.
To restart the dryer:
1. Close the door.
2. Select a new cycle and temperature (if
desired).
3. Press the Start Button.

Selecting the right cycle and setting
The following pages describe the cycles on
your dryer. Refer to the charts on pages 9-10
for help in selecting drying cycles.
Drying guidelines
l Always follow care label directions when
they are available.
l To dry delicate fabrics, rubber, plastic, and
heat-sensitive fabrics, always use the
No Heat/Fluff or Air cycle (depending on
model), or dry these items on a line or rack
(see page 10).
l The last few minutes of all cycles are
without heat to make the load easier to
handle.
l To help reduce wrinkling, remove the load
from the dryer as soon as tumbling stops.
This is especially important for permanent
press, knits, and synthetic fabrics.
l Overdrying can cause shrinkage, static
cling, and damage some fabrics.
l Refer to pages 16-l 9 for information
about:
- sorting clothes for drying
- choosing load sizes
- drying tips
- using dryer fabric softeners
- saving energy
- drying special-care items.
Cycle descriptions
Automatic Cycle(s)
Dry most loads using
the Energy Preferred
Automatic Setting (+).
Your Automatic cycle(s)
shuts off when the
selected dryness is
reached. The Cycle
Control Knob will not
move until the load is almost dry. After the
cool-down, the Cycle Control Knob automati-
cally turns to an OFF area and tumbling
stops.
l If the load is drier than you like, select a
setting closer to LESS DRY the next time
you dry a similar load.
l If the load is not as dry as you like, com-
plete drying using a Timed cycle. Select a
setting closer to VERY DRY the next time
you dry a similar load.
Some dryer models offer high heat and low
heat Automatic cycles. Select the cycle to
match your load (see page 9).
Timed Cycle(s)
Use a Timed cycle to
complete drying if some
items are damp after
Automatic drying. Timed
drying is also useful for:
l Delicate items and
small loads that need
a short drying time.
l Bulky items and large loads that require a
long drying time.
NOTE: Some models offer high heat and low
heat Timed cycles (see page 9).
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No Heat/Fluff or
Air Cycle
(on some models)
Use the No Heat/Fluff
or Air cycle to fluff or a r
dry bedding, plastic
tablecloths, foam pi -
lows, sneakers, etc.
See the Warning and
the chart on page 10 for more information
about this unheated cycle.
NOTE: If your model does not have a No Heat/
Fluff or Air cycle, line dry heat-sensitive items.
Damp Dry Cycle
(on some models)
Use the Damp Dry
cycle to dry items to
damp level or to dry
items that do not re-
quire an entire drying
cycle. Two examples
are heavy cottons, such
as jeans, which you co not want to become
stiff, or cotton clothes which are easier to
press when damp.
Wrinkle Free
(on some models)
The Wrinkle Free cycle
removes wrinkles from
clothes that have been
packed in a suitcase or
closet, or from items not
removed from the dryer
at the end of a cycle. As
soon as the dryer stops, fold or put the items
on hangers.
WRINKLE
PREVENT”
Feature
(on some models)
When you are unable to
remove a load from the
dryer as soon as it stops,
wrinkles can form. The
WRINKLE PREVENT
feature tumbles the load without heat every
few minutes up to 45 minutes after the cycle
ends. This tumbling rearranges and fluffs the
load to avoid wrinkles.
You do not have to set the Cycle Control
Knob for the WRINKLE PREVENT feature. If
you do not open the dryer door within a few
minutes after the cycle stops, the WRINKLE
PREVENT feature takes over to protect the
load.
A signal sounds every few minutes when
WRINKLE PREVENT is running. The signal
and cycle stop when you open the dryer
door.
Understanding the End-of-Cycle signal
(on some models)
The dryer sounds a signal to
let you know when the cycle
is finished. The signal is
helpful when you are drying
permanent press, synthetics,
and other items that should be removed
from the dryer as soon as it stops.
The signal is not adjustable and cannot be
turned off.
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Drying cycles chart
Use the chart below to guide you when
making drying selections. The chart sug-
gests heat settings and drying times for
various loads.
NOTES:
l Use an Automatic cycle to dry most loads.
l Use a Timed cycle only if the recom-
l If some types of loads in the chart have
more than one suggested temperature
setting, choose the lowest setting avail-
able on your dryer.
l Always follow care label directions when
they are available.
mended Automatic cycle is not available.
TYPE OF LOAD AUTOMATIC CYCLE* TIMED CYCLE
(heat settings) (minutes)
High Medium** Low High Low
COlTONS AND LINENS
Extra Heavy
Bedspreads, mattress pads, quilts J 70-80
Heavyweight
Towels, jeans, corduroys, work clothes J 50-60
Mediumweight
Sheets, cotton underwear, diapers J J 40-50
Lightweight
Batistes, organdies, lingerie J 20-30
PERMANENT PRESS,
SYNTHETICS AND BLENDS
Heavyweight
Work clothes, jackets, raincoats J 40-50
Mediumweight
Shirts, play clothes, sheets, slacks J J 30-40
Lightweight
Lingerie, blouses, dresses J 20-30
KNITS
Heavyweight
Cottons, rayons, blends, T-shlirts, J 40-50
slacks, shirts
Mediumweight
Synthetics (polyester, acrylic, etc.), J 30-40
dress slacks, skirts, sweaters
Lightweight
Synthetics (polyester, acrylic, etc.) and J 20-30
blends, lingerie, blouses, dresses
DELICATES***
Sheer curtains (2 or 3 panels’:l,
gauze, lace, etc. I
*Check mark J denotes recommended heat setting. Select the setting available on your dryer.
**Setting available only on dryer models with separate Temperature Selector.
***No Heat/Fluff or Air cycle (if available), or line drying is also recommended for delicate fabrics.
(See page 10.) 9

No Heat/Fluff or Air cycle,
or line drying
The chart below incluljes examples of Ctems
that require drying without heat. IJse the No
Heat/Fluff or Air cycle (if available on your
dryer model), or place the items on a line or
rack to air dry.
NOTES:
Fire Hazard
Do not dry heat-sensitive fabrics,
plastic, rubber, or some stuffed items
with heat. Use the No Heat/Fluff or Air
cycle, if available, or line dry these
items on a line or rack.
Failure to do so could result in fire or
damaged items.
l Heat-sensitive fabrics should not be clried
in the dryer.
l Line dry bonded or laminated fiabrics.
l Always follow care label directions when
they are available.
TYPE OF LOAD NO HEAT/FLUFF
or AIR Cycle*
(minutes)
DELICATE FABRICS
Sheer curtains (2 or 3 panels), gauze, lace, etc. (Use No
Heat/Fluff or Air cycle if low heat is not available. See page 9.) 20-30
RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE FABRICS
Foam Rubber-Pillows, padded bras, stuffed toys
l Make sure coverings are securely stitched.
l Shake and fluff pillows by hand several times during the No
20-30
Heat/Fluff or Air cycle.
l Make sure pillows are completely dry. Foam rubber pillows
take a long time to dry.
Plastic-Shower curtains, tablecloths
Rubber-backed rugs
Olefin, Polypropylene, Sheer nylon
COTTON AND CANVAS SHOES
. Place several bath towels in the dryer to act as a buffer, or
20-30
40-50
1O-20
30-40
place shoes on a drying rack if your dryer has one.
l Remove shoes from dryer while still damp.
l Stretch shoes arld allow to air dry.
Reset cycle as needed to complete clrying.
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Using the drying rack
(Available as an accessory on some models)
The drying rack lets you dry items that you
may not want to tumble. The rack does not
move, but the drum turns.
1. Fit rear legs of the rack into
indentations in the back wall
of the dryer.
5. Select the Timed drying cycle (and
temperature if needed) or the No Heat/
Fluff or Air cycle (see pages 7-8).
2. Lower the front so the legs rest on the
dryer opening.
3. Put wet items on top of the
rack. Leave space between
the items so air can reach all
surfaces.
NOTE: Make sure nothing
hangs over the edge of the rack.
4. Close the door.
6. Press the Start Button.
NOTES:
l See the chat-t below for suggested cycles
and settings for the different types of items
that might best be rack dried.
l The rack must be removed for normal
tumbling.
l Drying time will depend on how much
moisture the items hold. The following
chart suggests drying times.
RACK DRY CYCLE TEMPERATURE TIME’
(minutes]
Wool sweaters Timed LOW 60
(Block to shape and lay flat on ,the rac:k)
Stuffed toys or pillows
(Cotton or polyester fiber filled) Timed LOW 60
Stuffed toys or pillows No Heat/Fluff None; 90
(Foam rubber filled) or Air cycle is unheated.
Sneakers or canvas shoes 30-40
*Reset cycle as needed to complete drying.
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Caring for Your Dryer
Proper care of your dryer can extend its life. This section explains how to care for your dryer
properly and safely.
Cleaning the lint scxeen
Every load cleaning
The lint screen is located under a lid on top
of the dryer. Clean it before each load,, A
screen blocked by lint can increase drylig
time.
To clean:
1. Open the lid and pull the lint
screen straight out.
liizl d-
As needed cleaning
Laundry detergents and fabric softeners can
cause a residue buildup on the lint screen.
Clean the lint screen with a nylon brush
every six months or more frequently if it
becomes clogged due to a residue buildup.
Use the following method:
’ Wet both sides of lint screen with hot
I.
2.
3.
4.
2. Roll lint off the screen with -
your fingers. Do not rinse or ._ :
wash screen to remove lint.
Wet lint is hard to remove. Ezf!l i
3. Push the lint screen firmly back into place
and close the lid.
IMPORTANT:
l Do not run the dryer with the lint screen
loose, damaged, blocked, or missing.
Doing so can cause overheatinS and
damage to both the dryer and fabrics.
l Some towels made of synthetic fibers and
natural fibers (polyester and cotton blemnds)
may shed more lint than other towels,
causing your dryer’s lint screen to fill up
faster. Be sure to remove lint from the lint
screen before and after drying new towels.
water.
Wet a nylon brush with hot
water and liquid detergent;
scrub lint screen with the
brush to remove residue
buildup.
Rinse screen with hot water.
Thoroughly dry lint screen with a clean
towel; replace in dryer.
Lint signal
(on some models)
The lint signal (a whistle tone) NOTE: Clean your lint screen before each
indicates excessive lint is pre- load. Do not wait for the lint signal.
sent on your lint screen. A full
lint screen restricts airflow and
reduces drying efficiency. When
you hear the signal, stop the dryer and clean
the lint screen.
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Cleaning the dryer interior
Garments which contain unstable dyes’,
such as denim blue jeans or brightly colored
cotton items, may discolor the dryer interior.
To clean dryer drum:
1. Make a paste with detergent and very
warm water.
2. Apply paste to a soft cloth
and scrub area until all
excess dye is removed.
La
Explosion Hazard
l Turn off the electrical power before
cleaning the dryer interior.
l Make sure the dryer is cool.
l Use nonflammable cleaner.
Failure to do so could result in electrical
shock or injury, fire, or explosion.
3. Wipe thoroughly with a damp cloth.
4. Tumble a load of rags to dry.
Vacation care
1. Unplug power supply cord or turn ofi
electrical power supply.
2. Clean lint screen.
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Removing accumulated lint
Lint can gather inside the dryer and be a fuel
for fire. Lint should be removed every 2 to 3
years, or more often, depending on dryer
usage. Cleaning should be done by a quali-
fied person. If you have questions, please
call our toll-free number: l-800-447-6737.
For all electric dryers, or gas dryers
which have a lower front access panel
NOTE: See page 15 if your dryer is gas and
has a full front panel.
1. Unplug the power supply cord or turn off
the electrical power.
2. Remove back panel (electric) or lower
front access panel (gas). See the Installa-
tion Instructions.
3. Remove lint from shaded area in illustra-
tion with a soft brush or vacuum cleaner.
Avoid damaging wires, thermostats
(electric), funnel (gas), or ignitor (gas).
4. Replace panel.
5. Reconnect and level dryer again, if
necessary.
Electrical Shock Hazard
l Unplug the power supply cord or turn
off the electrical power before remov-
ing dryer panels.
l Make sure the dryer is cool.
l Dryer parts can have sharp edges.
Use care when handling.
l When replacing front panel after lint
removal, the wire clips holding the
door switch wires must be anchored
to top of front and side panels. Wires
MUST NOT touch rotating drum. (See
page 15, Step 7.)
Failure to do so could result in
electrical shock or personal injury.
Thermostats Heater Heat eleme
box terminals
Electric dryer with back panel removed
lgnitor 1
Gas dryer with lower front access panel
removed
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If your dryer is gas and has a full front
panel, remove front panel as follows:
1. Unplug the power supply cord or turn off
the electrical power.
2. Open lint screen lid. Remove two screws
from lint screen area.
3. Open top by pulling forward and up at
each front corner (see View A). Rest
raised top against wall behind dryer (top
is hinged at rear).
4. Remove two internal screws from front
panel flanges (near top front corners). Lift
front panel slightly, lifting off lower clips
(see lower clip inset of View 13).Slowly
pull front panel forward, disengaging
panel from drum. (Drum will drop slightl,y.)
5. Move front panel aside and rest edge
against side of dryer. Avoid disconnecting
wire clips (see wire clips inset of View B)
or damaging wires.
6. Remove lint from area shown in “gas
dryer” illustration on page 14 with s’oft
brush or vacuum cleaner. Avloid darnag,-
ing wires, funnel, or ignitor.
7. Reassemble in reverse order. Before
closing the top, check the following:
-Drum seal must be flared o~ut(see
drum seal insets of View B) and p~*op-
erly positioned against panel at back of
drum. Rotate drum counterclockwise
one full turn to check drum seal.
-Belt should be centered and tight Ion
dryer drum.
-Wire clips which hold the door switch
wires must be anchored in slot in top
of front panel (see wire clips inset of
View B) and along top edge of sid’e
panel. Door wires must not touch drum
when dryer is operating. See Warning,
page 14.
8. Replace top panel and lint screen screws.
Top and front panels must be securely in
place before operating dryer.
9. Reconnect power and level dryer again
(if necessary).
Remove screws
before opening top
“’ View A
View B
For more information, call our
toll-free number 24 hours a day.
l-800-447-6737
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Laundry Tips
This section provides information on preparing clothes for drying, drying guidelines, and
instructions for drying special-care items.
NOTES:
l Refer to your washer Use and Care Guide for proper washing techniques and additional
laundry tips.
l See pages 3 and 4 of this book for Important Safety Information.
Sorting clothes
l Separate dark from light
colors; colorfast from non- a
colorfast. Items properly
sorted for washing are
usually properly sorted for
drying. w
l Separate heavy fabrics (denim, towels)
from light fabrics (synthetics, permanent
press).
l Separate lint givers (towels, chenille) from
lint takers (corduroy, synthetics, perma-
nent press). When possible, turn lint takers
inside out.
Choosing load sizes
l Mix large items with smaller
items. Load the dryer by the
amount of space items take
up, not by their weight. Do
not overload the dryer. Over-
l For better tumbling action, when drying
only a few small items, add one or two
lint-free towels. This also prevents small,
lightweight items from blocking airflow.
crowding causes uneven drying and
wrinkling, and can cause items to wear out
faster (because of pilling).
l You may need to rearrange large items
(sheets, blankets, tablecloths) during a
cycle to reduce balling or rolling up.
Drying tips
l Close zippers, snaps, and
hooks to avoid snagging
other items. Remove heat-
sensitive trim that can be
damaged by drying. Tie
strings and sashes so they will not tangle.
l Check garments to make sure all spots
and stains were removed during the wash.
Do not tumble dry soiled or stained items.
Heat may permanently set stains.
l Sharp or metal objects can
damage your dryer. Check
pockets for pins, clips,
money, bolts, nuts, etc. Do
not lay these objects on
your dryer after emptying
pockets. Turn pockets inside out.
l Place small items such as baby socks or
hankies in a mesh bag for easier removal.
l Articles to be ironed should be removed
from the dryer while still damp.
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Using dryer fabric softeners
Dryer fabric softeners are recommended for
reducing static cling and for softening
fabrics. Always follow package instructions
carefully.
l Put one fabric softener sheet
on top of the load before start-
ing the dryer. Do not add a
fabric softener sheet after the
cycle has started. Instant heat
can cause the fabric softener to
spot fabrics.
l Remove fabric softener stains by wetting
the stains and rubbing them with liquid
detergent or bar soap and rewash.
l Some fabric softeners can clog the lint
screen and slow drying. Use fabric soften-
ers labeled as dryer safe.
Saving energy
l Use an Automatic cycle to dry most loads.
l Dry only full loads without overdrying.
l Avoid overloading dryer, adding wet items
to a partly dried load, or opening the door
unnecessarily.
l Plan your laundry to dry one load after
another. A warm dryer shortens drying
time.
l Shorten drying times by exhausting dryer
properly and cleaning exhaust duct and
outside exhaust hood as needed.
-Keep the lint screen clean.
-Use your dryer in a room where room air
temperature is above 45°F (7°C).
-Sot-t loads by fabric weight and type.
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Drying special-care items
Most garments and household textiles have manufacturer’s care labels with laundering
instructions. Always follow care label directions when they are available. Pages 9 and 10
include drying instructions for most types of washables. The chart below provides drying
instructions for special-care washables.
ITEMS DRYING INSTRUCTIONS
Blankets and
woolens
l Cotton, rayon,
synthetic blankets
l Electric blankets,
electric sheets,
woolen blankets,
washable woolen
garments
Machine drying knitted woolens is not recommended. Block to shape
when wet and allow to air dry. Line dry blankets in shade on a
breezy day over two lines. Pin edges together and straighten them.
When partly dry, turn the blanket over, repin, and restraighten. When
dry, brush nap.
Dry as recommended for permanent press fabrics on page 9.
If manufacturer recommends machine drying:
1. Place one or two dry towels in the dryer and preheat 3-5 minutes
on a high setting. This will dry blankets faster and help avoid
pilling.
2. Put blanket in dryer with warm towels. Set control for 20 minutes.
3. Check after 10 minutes. Remove when still damp. Overdrying and
long tumbling can cause shrinking and pilling.
4. Place blanket on flat surface or over two lines to finish drying.
Gently stretch to original size and shape.
5. When completely dry, brush gently to raise nap. Press binding
with cool iron if needed.
Curtains,
slipcovers
l Draperies,
slipcovers
Remove drapery weights and hooks before laundering.
For slipcovers, replace while still slightly damp. They will dry to fit
tightly.
Dry only a few minutes.
1. Leave room in dryer for load to fluff.
2. Remove from dryer while slightly damp. Do not overdry.
Diapers, baby
clothes Wash and dry small items in a mesh bag or pillowcase for
convenient handling.
Remove diapers and cotton knit items while still slightly damp. They
will feel softer, shrink less, and be easier to fold.
Elastic items
Flame-retardant
finishes
Remove from dryer while still slightly damp.
Some items have been treated with a flame-retardant finish to
improve their resistance to burning. Such items are clearly labeled.
To retain flame-retardant qualities through continuous use and
washing, clean and dry according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

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ITEMS
Napped items
l Corduroy,
velveteen
Quilted, down-
filled items
DRYING INSTRUCTIONS
Dry separately or with similar colors to avoid lint transfer. Follow care
label instructions.
1. Remove from dryer while there is still a trace of moisture.
2. Smooth, reshape, and air dry before putting away.
Follow care label instructions.
1. Dry one at a time.
2. Remove from dryer and shake or fluff the item during the drying
cycle.
3. Smooth and reshape before putting away.
Snowsuits,
jackets Check label for fiber content, then follow care label instructions.
l Nylon or
polyester 1. Dry garment for about 10 minutes. Remove and turn inside out.
Dry for 10 more minutes.
2. Remove from dryer immediately and hang on a nonrusting hanger
to finish drying. This will help eliminate wrinkles.
Tinted, dyed, or Dry according to fabric, weight, and care label instructions. Wipe the
noncolorfast dryer drum carefully to remove any dye or lint that can be transferred
items to other loads. See “Cleaning the dryer interior” on page 13.
Washable knits Do not overdry knits. Overdrying can cause shrinking and static cling.
1. Select cycle according to fabric and construction.
2. Turn synthetics and blends inside out when drying to avoid pilling.
3. Remove cotton and rayon knits while still slightly damp. Stretch into
shape and lay flat to finish drying.
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Troubleshooting
Most laundering problems are easily solved if you understand the cause. Check the following
list for laundry problems you may have and their possible causes. Also refer to the next page
for a dryer checklist which can help you solve some simple problems without calling for
service. If you still need help, see “Requesting Assistance or Service” on page 22.
Common laundrv problems
PROBLEM CAUSE
Greasy spots l Dryer fabric softener improperly used. See manufacturer’s directions.
l Drying soiled items.
Lint l Full lint screen. (See page 12.)
l Load not properly sorted.
l Overdrying, especially synthetic fabrics that cause lint-attracting
static electricity.
l Load size too big or heavy.
l Tissue or paper left in pockets,
l Pilling (surface fuzz caused by normal wear and laundering)
attracts lint.
Shrinking l Overdrying.
l Fabric type and quality inappropriate for drying.
l Dryer settings incorrect for fabric type
l Manufacturer’s care label instructions not followed.
Slow drying l Full lint screen.
l Load too large and bulky to dry quickly.
l Dryer located in room with temperature below 45”F(7”C).
l Exhaust duct clogged, restricted, or too long.
Stains l Drying soiled items.
l Dryer fabric softener improperly used. See manufacturer’s directions.
l Dryer interior stained. (See page 13 for cleaning procedures.)
Static
electricity l Overdrying.
l Dryer fabric softener improperly used. See manufacturer’s directions.
l Load includes synthetics, synthetic blends, permanent press, and knit
fabrics that build up static electricity.
Wrinkling l Overloading.
l Overdrying, especially permanent press and synthetic fabrics.
l Clothes left in dryer at end of cycle.
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