Whirlpool 3396304 User manual

ELECTRONIC
GASANDELECTRICDRYERS
A Note To You 2
Understanding
Safety 3
Knowing Your
Drye& Features
iFeying Your
Using Your
Options/Features
Cating For Your
Dryer
Laundry Tips
If You Need
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6
13
15
20
26
Warranty 28
1-800-253-1301
Call US with questions or comments.
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PART NO. 3396304

A Note To You
Thank you for buying a Whirlpool@ appliance.
You have purchased a quality, world-class home appliance. Years of engineering experience have
gone into its manufacturing. To ensure many years of trouble-free operation, we have developed
this Use and Care Guide. It 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. This will help us notify you about any new
information on your appliance.
Your safety is important to us.
This guide contains safety statements under
warning symbols. Please pay special attention
to these symbols and follow any instructions
given. Here is an example of the use of the
symbol.
Our Consumer Assistance Center number, l-800-253-1301, is
toll-free 24 hours a day.
If you have a question concerning your appliance’s operation, or if you need service, first see ‘If
You Need Assistance Or Service” on page 26. If you need further help, call us. 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 label (see diagram on page 5). For your convenience,
we have included a handy place below for you to record these numbers, the purchase date from
the sales slip and your dealer’s name and telephone number. Keep this book and the sales slip
together in a safe place for future reference.
Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Dealer Name
Dealer Phone
2

Understanding Safety
For your safety, the information in this manual must
be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion
or to prevent property damage, personal Injury or
-Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids
In the vicinity of thls or any other appliance.
-WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
l Do not try to light any appliance.
l Do not touch any electrical 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 instructions.
l If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer,
service agency or the gas supplier.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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 dryer. l Install and/or store dryer where it will not
l Do not machine wash or machine dry items be exposed to the weather.
cleaned, washed, soaked in, or spotted with l Do not tamper with the controls.
wax, paint, gasoline, oil, dry cleaning
solvents, and other flammable fluids. The l You are responsible for making sure that
fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion. your dryer is installed, repaired and has
Always hand wash and line dry items parts replaced by a qualified person.
containing these materials. l Use only fabric softeners specifically
l Do not allow children to operate, play with or labeled as not being harmful to the dryer.
crawl inside your dryer. Supervise children l Do not allow lint to build up inside the dryer
when your dryer is used near children. or exhaust system. Cleaning should be
l Do not reach into a dryer if the drum done periodically by a qualified person.
is moving. l Clean lint screen before or after each load.
l When removing from seTvice or discarding l Do not let dust, lint, paper, rags, chemicals,
a dryer, always remove the door to prevent etc. pile up around or under the dryer.
accidental entrapment. l Dryer must be electrically grounded. See
l Do not dry rubber, rubber-like, and heat- the Installation Instructions.
sensitive materials with heat.
Understanding your responsibilities
l Never operate the dryer if: l Be sure that your dryer:
-it is not working right (i.e. noisy, too hot). -is properly installed and leveled on a floor
-it is damaged. that can support the weight in a well-
- parts are missing. ventilated room.*
-all panels are not in place. -is connected to the proper outlet and
-the lint screen is loose, damaged or electrical supply.’
missing. -is properly connected to fuel and exhaust
l Unplug the power supply cord or turn off systems (gas dryers must be vented
electrical power before attempting to outdoors).’
service your dryer. Also, shut off gas valve -is not installed against draperies or
if you have a gas dryer. curtains, or on carpet.’
l Do not wash or dry items that are soiled -is located in an area where the tempera-
with vegetable or cooking oil. These items ture is above 45°F (7%).
may contain some oil after laundering. -is properly maintained.
Due to the remaining oil, the fabric may -is used only for jobs normally expected of
smoke or catch fire by itself. home clothes dryers.
l Store flammable solvents or fluids away -is not used by anyone unable to operate it
from your dryer. properly.
l Dry cleaning solvents or fluids should
never be put directly into your dryer. *See the Installation Instructions for com-
plete information.
- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -
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Knowing Your Dryer%
Features
The parts and features of your dryer are illustrated below. Become familiar with all parts and
features before using your dryer.
Uoer cards
Solid state
electronic touch
controls
Power on conbol-
Modal and serial
number label -
Dryer drum -
Consumer A8sirtance
Center number
(i-Stt&2591301)
Lint screen
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Other features not shown:
Eletronic DRY-MISER control
Drum light
End-of-cycle signal selector
flNlSH GUAFW cycle selector
tint signal
To help you quickly learn to use your machine,
User Cards
User Cards are located in the holder at the
back of the control panel. (Refer to holder
instructions if holder installation is required.)
Each function on the control panel is briefly
described on a User Card.
l Place the User Card for the desired function
over the Electronic Touch Controls and make
selections.
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Operating Your Dryer
In This Section Page
Before atartlng your dryer ............................6
Udng the electronic touch controls ............6
Starting your dryer ........................................7
Stopplng and restarting your dryer ..............7
Page
Uolng Automatic drying ................................8
Uolng Tlmed drying .......................................9
Selecting cyclesitemps ................................10
Your new electronic dryer, with its solid state touch controls, offers you many electronic features
and options that may be new to you. The following operating instructions and your User Cards will
help you quickly learn to operate your new dryer.
Before starting your dryer
Place load in the dryer and close the door.
Refer to the information below, and “Laundry
Tips” on page 20 for control setting, sorting,
and loading information.
NOTE: If your dryer has a Features Guide,
remove it and place it in your Use and Care
Guide.
Using the electronic touch controls
Cycles/Temps
I 6
3
Regnieavy~
Porm Press-u4
Dellcatee-Low
Flutt Air-No HDH
Tumbb Press-Ma
Damp Dly-High
Automatic- or - Tlmed
On
0
selest
OptIona status
0
Select
Lockout
Flnlah Guard
0
Cancel
0
St0rt
Audible tones guide your selections. You will
hear:
-one tone if the dryer accepts your selection.
-three tones if the dryer does not accept
your selection.
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YOU SEE
1. Press ON/SELECT
until the light glows by the cycle desired.
Refer to pages 8-14 for additional informa-
tion to help you make selections.
CydesITemps
2. Press START.
PRESS
0
Start
NOTE: Your dryer stops automatically when the
cycle ends.
Stopping and restarting your dryer
l To stop your dryer at any time to add or
remove clothes, open the door. Close door
and press START.
l To change the settings, press CANCEL and PRESS
repeat Steps 1 and 2 above. / \
NOTE: When you press CANCEL, your dryer
will stop.
( Cancel )
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Using Automatic drying
Use Automatic drying to dry most loads. Your
dryer automatically shuts off when the selected
dryness is reached.
Reg Dry is the preset automatic dryness
selected for Reg/Heavy-High, Perm Press-
Med, and Delicate+Low cycles. You can
change the Automatic setting (or select a
Timed setting) to match your load.
1. Press ON/SELECT
until the light glows by the Cycle/Temp
desired (Reg/Heavy, Perm Press, or
Delicates).
PRESS YOU SEE
2. Press SELECT
PRESS YOU SEE
until the light glows below “Automatic” and Automatic
by the desired Automatic dryness. (Change
Options, if desired. See pages 13-l 4.)
0
Select
.‘;;.
VWfBly
More Dty
q
Reg Dry
WDfY
Least Dry
3. Press START.
PRESS
0
Start
Use Automatic drying to dry most
loads
If you want to dry a load using a Timed setting,
see “Using Timed drying” on page 9.
l If the load is drier than you like, select LESS
DRY or LEAST DRY the next time you dry a
similar load.
l If the load is not as dry as you like, complete
drying using a Timed setting. Select MORE
DRY or VERY DRY the next time you dry a
similar load.
NOTE: When you press Select, the Automatic
dryness settings are selected first (starting with
Reg Dry). Continue to press Select for a Timed
setting (see page 9).
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Automatic
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-a-
VeryDry
More Dry
cl
WI Dry
Less Dry
Least Dry

Using Timed drying
Use Timed drying to complete drying if some
items are damp after Automatic drying. Timed
drying is also useful to dry delicate items that
require a short drying time.
1. Press ON/SELECT
until the light glows by the CycleITemp
desired.
PRESS YOU SEE
2. Press SELECT
PRESS YOU SEE
until the light glows below rimed” and by
the desired drying time. (Change Options, if
desired. See pages 13-14.)
NOTE: If you select the Reg/Heavy, Perm
Press or Delicates cycle, an Automatic
dryness is preset. If you desire Timed
dryness instead, continue to press SELECT
until the Timed light glows (Automatic light
shuts off) and the light glows by the desired
time. If you pass the desired time, continue
to press SELECT until the light glows under
Timed and by the desired time.
3. Press START.
PRESS
0
Start
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Selecting cycles/temps
Press ON/SELECT until the light glows by the
desired cycle. (The ‘preset” selections are:
Perm Press-Med, Automatic Reg Dry with
Cycle Signal and FINISH GUARD@Options
ON.)
YOU SEE
Preset selections
To select a different cycle/
temp
Press ON/SELECT until the light glows by the
desired Cycle/Temp. Your dryer makes
selections for each Cycle/Temp. You can
change these selections if desired. See the
charts on pages 11 and 12 for the selection
you want to change.
PRESS YOU SEE
Fire Hazard
Do not dry plastic or rubber items with
heat. Use the Fluff Air cycle, or line dry.
Failure to do so could result in fire or
damaged items.
NOTES:
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
important for permanent press, knits and
synthetic fabrics.
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Cycle chart
CYCLWEMP USE FOR CYCLE NOTES
RegAieavy-Hlgh Cotton and Llnens . You may select a
l Extra Heavy or Heavyweight items; different Automatic
bedspreads, mattress pads, quilts, dryness or use a
towels, jeans, corduroys, work clothes Timed setting. Auto-
l Mediumweight items; sheets, cotton matic drying will dry a
underwear, diapers load in less time than
a Timed setting, and
Preset Selectlons will be less likely to
-;$p!ll Dry overdry.
‘,~$ycle Signal
-j$%ish Guard
Perm Press-Med Cotton and Llnens 9Use the FINISH
l Lightweight; batistes, organdies, lingerie GUARPoption with
Permanent Press, Synthetics, Blends this cycle to ensure
l Heavy or Mediumweight; work clothes, the best wrinkle-free
jackets, raincoats, shirts, play clothes, drying.
sheets, slacks
Knlts
Preset Selectlons
-:+Reg Dry l Heavy or Mediumweight; cottons,
&Cycle Signal rayons, blends, T-shirts, slacks, shirts,
-&Finish Guard synthetics (polyester, acrylic, etc.) dress
slacks, skirts, sweaters
Dellcates-Low Knlts l When drying very
l Lightweight; synthetics (polyester, delicate fabrics, use a
acrylic, etc.) and blends, lingerie, Less Dry setting to
blouses, dresses remove some mois-
Delicate Fabrics ture. Then shape and
l Sheer curtains (2 or 3 panels), gauze, line dry to complete
lace, etc. drying.
Preset Selectlons
-;+leg Dry
-:L:cycle Signal
&Finish Guard
continued on next page
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CYCLEITEMP USE FOR CYCLE NOTES
Fluff Air-No Heat Rubber, Plastic or Heat Sensltlve items l See Warning on
l Bedding, plastic tablecloths, foam rubber page 10.
pillows, stuffed toys, sneakers, etc. l This cycle is unheated
and uses a 50-minute
Timed setting that you
can change. Select a
time to match the
items you are fluffing
Preset Selectlons or drying.
-j+O Min
-&$ycls slgnal
-g+hih Guard
Turn ble Press-Med l Removing wrinkles from clothes that have l This cycle uses a
been packed in a suitcase. fixed, 30-minute,
l Removing wrinkles from items not re- Timed setting that
moved from the dryer at the end of a cannot be changed.
cycle. l As soon as the dryer
stops, fold or put
items on hangers.
Preset Selections
24-30 Min
-~&CycleSignal
-:~+inish Guard
Damp Dry-Hlgh l Drying items to a damp level or to dry
items that do not require an entire
drying cycle.
l Drying items you will press.
l Drying heavy cottons, such as jeans,
which you do not want to become stiff.
l This cycle uses a
fixed, 30-minute,
Timed setting that
cannot be changed.
Preset Selectlons
-%‘-3O Min
-gycle Signal
-$.-Finish Guard
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Using Your Options/Features
In This Section
Page
Uolng Cycle Slgnal and FINISH GUARD@
optlonr ..........................................................13
Understandlng the FINISH GUARD
cycle ..............................................................14
Page
Uslng the Lockout feature ..........................14
Status lights .................................................14
Your electronic dryer automatically selects the Cycle Signal and FINISH GUARD options. You
may turn them off if you desire.
Using Cycle Signal and FINISH GUARD
options
Cycle Signal and FINISH GUARD options are
turned on when you press ON/SELECT. You
can turn one or both options off if desired.
Option selection chart
Each time you press SELECT/LOCKOUT, you
:urn an option On or Off. PRESS
Select
0
LockOut
Flrst Press
Options
0 CycleSignal
Finish Guard
El
Both options Off
Second Press
Options
Cycle Signal On
Thlrd Press Fourth Press
Options
FINISH GUARD On
Options
Both options On
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Understanding the FINISH GUARD” cycle
When you are unable to remove a load from
the dryer as soon as it stops, wrinkles can
form. To protect the load, select the FINISH
GUARD cycle.
l If you do not open the door within a few
minutes after a cycle ends, the FINISH
GUARD cycle protects your load.
l Your dryer tumbles the load (without heat) for
a few seconds every few minutes. This
tumbling rearranges and fluffs the load to
help avoid wrinkles that set in when the load
remains in the dryer.
l The FINISH GUARD cycle protects your load
for about 150 minutes if the load remains in
the dryer and the door is not opened.
l A signal will sound every few minutes during
the FINISH GUARD cycle. The signal and
the cycle will stop when the door is opened,
or if you press CANCEL.
Using the Lockout feature
The Lockout feature allows you to “lock out”
others from using your electronic controls.
This feature is useful to lock the electronic
controls, and to prevent the machine from
being started, if you have young children.
To lock/unlock control panel
l Press and hold SELECT/LOCKOUT for
5 seconds.
The light glows by Lockout when the control
panel is locked.
PRESS YOU SEE
AND HOLD
NOTE: You can only select Lockout when
your dryer is not running and your control
panel is off.
Status lights
Status lights show you what your dryer is
doing. If the status lights are blinking, there
has been a power failure. Press CANCEL.
Make new selections, if desired.
Status
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Caring For Your Dryer
In This Section Page
Page
Malntemncwvery load .............................. 15
Maintenance-as needed .................................
16
Dryers require regular maintenance. Follow the suggestions below to maintain your dryer properly.
Maintenance-every load
Cleaning the lint screen
The lint screen is located under a lid on top of
the dryer. Clean lt before each load. A screen
blocked by lint can increase drying time. Product and Fabrk Damage Hazard
Do not run the dryer with the lint screen
loose, damaged, blocked or missing.
Doing so could cause overheating and
damage to both the dryer and fabrics.
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 signal
Restricted airflow reduces drying efficiency.
The signal (a whistle tone) lets you know if the
airflow is restricted.
l Turn off the dryer and clean the lint screen.
NOTE: Clean your lint screen before each
load. Do not wait for the lint signal. The lint
signal indicates excessive lint present on your
lint screen. If you wait for the lint signal before
you clean the lint screen, drying efficiency will
be reduced.
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Maintenance-as needed
Use the following suggestions about cleaning
and lint removal to maintain your dryer and
keep it operating efficiently.
Cleaning a clogged lint screen
Laundry detergents and fabric softeners can
cause a residue buildup on the lint screen. A
clogged lint screen can extend drying times.
Clean the lint screen every six months or more
frequently if it becomes clogged due to a
residue buildup. 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 buildup is removed.
4. Rinse with hot water.
5. Thoroughly dry lint screen with a clean
towel and replace in dryer.
Cleaning the dryer interior
Electrlcal Shock,
Personal InJury and Flre Hazard
l Turn off the electrical power before
cleaning the 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.
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 the dryer drum,
use powdered laundry detergent.
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.
3. Wipe thoroughly with a damp cloth.
4. Tumble a load of rags to dry.
Cleaning the dryer exterior
Wipe with a soft, damp cloth.
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Changing the drum light
ElectrIcal Shock and Fire Hazard
l Before removing light bulb, either
unplug the dryer or disconnect the
dryer at the main power supply.
l The bulb cover must be in place during
dryer operation to prevent overheating
and possible damage to fabrics.
Operating the dryer with the bulb cover
removed could cause the dryer to fail or
create a fire hazard.
1. Unplug the dryer or disconnect the elec-
tricity leading to the dryer at the main power
supply.
2. Open the dryer door and remove the light
bulb cover from back wall of the dryer. Turn
the cover clockwise to remove.
3. Remove the light bulb by turning it counter-
clockwise.
4. Replace the bulb with a 40-watt appliance
bulb only.
5. Replace the light bulb cover and lock in
place by turning counterclockwise.
6. Reconnect power supply.
Replace
\\
bulb cover
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Removing accumulated lint
Lint can gather inside the dryer and be a fuel
for fire. It is recommended that lint be removed
every 2 to 3 years, or more often, depending
on dryer usage. Cleaning should be done by a
qualified person. If you have any questions,
please call our Consumer Assistance Center at
1-800-253-l 301.
For all electric dryers, or gas dryers which
have a lower front access panel
Electrlcal Shock and
Personal InJury Hazard
l Unplug the power supply cord or turn off
the electrical power before removing
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 19,
step 7.)
Failure to do so could result in electrical
shock or personal injury.
See page 19 if your dryer is gas and has a full
front panel.
1. Unplug the power supply cord or turn off the
electrical power.
Thermostats Heat element
2. Remove back panel (electric) or lower front
access panel (gas). See the Installation
Instructions.
3. Remove lint from shaded area in illustration
with a soft brush or vacuum cleaner. Avoid
damaging wires, thermostats (electric),
funnel (gas) or ignitor (gas).
4. Replace panel; reconnect and level dryer
again, if necessary.
Electric dryer with back panel removed
lgnitor Funnel
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Gas dryer with front panel removed
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lf your dryer Is gas and has a full front
panel, remove tront panel as follows:
1. Unplug the power supply cord or turn off the
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
6.
electrical power.
Open lint screen lid. Remove two screws
from lint screen area.
Open top by pulling forward and up at each
front comer (see View A). Rest raised top
against wall behind dryer (top is hinged
at rear).
Remove two internal screws from front
panel flanges (near top front corners). Lift
front panel slightly, lifting off lower clips (see
View B). Slowly pull front panel forward,
disengaging panel from drum. (Drum will
drop slightly.)
Move front panel aside and rest edge
against side of dryer. Avoid disconnecting
wire clips (see View C) or damaging wires.
Remove lint from area shown in “gas dryer’
illustration on page 18 with soft brush or
vacuum cleaner. Avoid damaging wires,
funnel or ignitor.
Reassemble in reverse order. Before
closing the top, check the following:
-Drum seal must be flared out (see View
D) and properly positioned against panel
at back of drum. Rotate drum counter-
clockwise one full turn to check drum seal.
-Belt should be centered and tight on
dryer drum.
-Wire clips which hold the door switch
wires must be anchored in slot in top of
front panel (see View C) and along top
edge of side panel. Door wire.s must not
touch drum when dryer is operating. See
Warning, page 18.
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).
NOTE: Call our Consumer Assistance Center
at l-800-253-1301 for assistance or more
information.
Remove screws
4
before opening top
” View A
Drum seal Side panel
Wire clip-
holds door
4
t
View B
switch wires
View D

Laundry Tips
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In This Section Page Page I
Before you dry ............................................. 20
Drylng speclal<are Items ........................... 21
Using dryer fabrk softeners ...................... .23
Savlng energy .............................................. 23
Vacation care ............................................... 23
Solvlng launderlng problems .................... .24
This section reviews proper drying techniques, gives you additional drying information, and
discusses causes or solutions to common drying problems.
Before using your dryer, see pages 3 and 4 for
Before you dry
Important Safety Information.
Drying tips
l Close zippers, snaps and hooks to avoid
snagging other items. Remove
pins, buckles and other hard
objects to avoid scratching the
dryer drum. Remove heat-
sensitive trim that can be
drying.
l Check garments to make sure all spots and
stains were removed during the wash. If stains
were not removed, do not tumble dry. Heat
may permanently set stain. Soiled items can
also leave stains on the dryer drum. These
stains can be picked up by other items in the
load. tal objects can damage your
dryer. Check pockets for pins,
clips, money, bolts, nuts, etc.
and turn pockets inside out. Do
not lay these objects on your
dryer after emptying pockets.
l Tie strings and sashes so they will not tangle.
l Turn lint takers and dark items inside out to
help prevent lint pickup.
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.
l Separate dark from light colors; colorfast
Sorting
from noncolorfast. Items
properly sorted for washing are
usually properly sorted for
drying. Separate heavy fabrics
(denim, towels) from light fabrics
permanent press).
l Separate lint givers (towels, chenille) from
lint takers (corduroy, synthetics, permanent
press). When possible, turn lint takers inside
out.
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. Overcrowding 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.
l Reduce wrinkling of permanent press and
synthetics by drying smaller loads and
removing items from the dryer as soon as
tumbling stops.
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.
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