Whirlpool EL4030V Installation instructions

UseAndCare
A Note To You 2
PartsAnd Features 4
Operating
Instructions 5
Caaig For Your 13
Laundry Guide 17
If You Need Assistance
orsen/ice 20
Warranty 24
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LARGE CAPACITY ELECTRIC AND GAS DRYERS
MODELS EL4030V GL4030V
EL5030V GL5030V
EL6050V GL6050V

A Note To You
Thank you for buying a Roper appliance.
You have purchased a quality, B&&&S 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. It is full of valuable information on how to operate and maintain
your appliance property and safely. Please read it carefully. Also, please complete and mail the Cwner-
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
folbw 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 electrbal 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, l-60044-ROPER (l-800-447-6737), 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 label (see diagram for your model
on page 4 or 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 bode and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference.
Model Number
!%lal Number
Purchase Date
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Open wlndows.
2. Don’t touch electrlcal switches.
3. Extlngulsh any open flame.
4. lmmedlately call your gas
suppller.
Dealer Name
Dealer Phone
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasollne or
other flammable vapors and
llqulds In the vlclnlty of thls or
any other appliance. The fumes
can create a flre hazard or
exploslon.
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ImDortant Safetv 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 the l You are r88pOnSible for maklng 8ur8 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
create a FIRE HAZARD or EXPLOSION. as not being harmful to the dryer.
ALWAYS hand launder and air dry fabrics . RRE HAZARD and DAMAGE to materials
containing these materials. can result 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 DO 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
. 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 INSTRUCTlOf4S -
Additional safety instructions and your
responsibilities
. NEVER operate the dryer if:
-II 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 8re responsible for maklng 8ur8 that
your dryer:
-is properly maintained.
-is property installed and leveled on a floor
that can support the weigM in a well
ventilated mm.*
- is located in an area where the temperature
is above 45OF(7°C).
- is conneded 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 cbthes dryers.
- is not used by anyone unable to operate it
PropedY.
*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. B-me familiar with all parts and features
before king your appliance.
Models EL4030V and GL403OV Models EWOBOV and GL503OV
Control panels
EL4030V and GL403OV
EL5030V and GL503OV

Models EL6050V and GL605OV
Control panel
EL6050V and GL605OV
Operating Instructions
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I
In This Section
POW Pa* I
Starting your dryer .-. --ll........l ---I6 lJslngdampdry,-- -...--I ----11
CydesEL4O3OV and GL402OV M...............--.Q The no hsat fluff cycle3or Mting ,----.l 1
Gydeo-ELWOV, QL503OV,EIAOSOVand GL605OV.@ End-ofeyde
l lgnnl ..---,-e--w.-12
lJ8lng mlnkla free..-....,.,.---...---.10 osntb halt 8y8tem -..--~-~~.--...12
Your Roper dryer is designed for ease of operation and maximum drying efficiency. This section gives
you important information for efficient and safe use of your dryer.
NOTE: 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.
ff 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.
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Starting your dryer
Be sure to refer to the chart below for proper sorting, loading and control setting information before
starting your dryer.
NOTE: Do not overdry. Overdrying can cause shrinkage, static din& and damage some fabrics.
TYPE OF LOAD
CYCLE CYCLE CYCLE
TIME-TEMP TIME-TEMP TIME-TEMP
(EL403OV, GL403OV) (ELSMOV, GL503OV) (ELt%lW, GL6OSOV)
COITONS AND LINENS
Extra Heavy-5edspreads.
mattress pads, quilts
Heavyweight-Towels,
jeans, ccrduroys, work
dOltWS
M&umweightShwts,
pillowcases, cotton
underwear, diirs
Lightweight-Satistes,
organdiis, lingerie
SI’FCM’ DW AUTOSENSE-
Ex Heavy-Normal Cotton Perm’t Press Cotton High
High
Heavy-Normal Cotton Perm’t Press Cotton High
High
Mad-Normal cotton Perm’t Press Pwm’t Press
High Medium
Light-Knits Low Knits Lclw Knik Deliite Low
PERMANENT PRESS,
SYNTHETICS AND BLENDS
Heavyweight-Work clothes,
jackek, raincoak
Mediumweight-Shirts, play
dcthes. sheets, slacks
Lightweight-Lingerie,
blouses, dresses
PFRK PR’=SS
40-50 min-Normal
30-40 min-Normal
2%30 min-Knits Low
AUTOSENSE
PFRW PR’=sS
Cotton Penn? Press
High
Cc&n Perm’t Press
High
Knik Low
AUTO-SENSE
PFRm PRFSS
Penn1 Press
Medium
Pemtl Press
Medium
Medium Low
KNITB
Heavyweight-Cottons,
myons. bknds. T-shirts.
skJcs,~shirts
lvlediumweigh~r
(Pd&s~*-Yl~‘-s
Lightwe~ght&nthetics
(potyester, acrylic, etc.) and
blends, lingerie, blouses,
dmsses
PFRW PRFSS
40-50 min-Normal
30-40 min-Normal
20-30 min-Knits Low
AUTO-SENSE
PFRM PRFSS
titb3n Penn? Press
High
Knik Low
Knik Low
AUTO-SENSE
PFRm f’R’=SS
Perml Press
Medium
Medium Low
Knik Delicate Low
DEUCATE FABRICS
Sheefcunains(2or3penets),
gauze,lace.etc.
PFRM PRFSS
15-20 min-Knits Low AUTMNSE
PFRM PRFSS
Knik Lovv
AUTOSENSE
PFRM pR’=SS
EXLOW
Fire Hazard
Drying rubber, plastic and other heat-sensitive materials with heat can
damage them or be a FIRE HAZARD.
RUBBER, PLASTIC,
HEAT-SENSITIVE FABRICS
PFRM PRFSS NO”
No Heat Fluff l
NoHeatFtuff’
Foam RubberPillows, bras,
stuffed toys
Plastic-Shower curtains,
b3M6CJOUlS
Rubber-Backed rugs
3lefin, Polypropylene.
Sheer nylon
2o-30 min 2040 min 2o-30 min
20-30 min 2030 min 2040 min
4MO min 4&50 min 4060 min
1520 min 15-20 min 16-20 min
SeleCtEd. Cyde is unheated.
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EL403OV and GLM3OV
EL503OV and Gl503OV
EL60!5OVand GUO5OV
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3. Push the Start Button to start the dryer.
To stop and restart the dryer:
l Open the door or turn the Cycle Control Knob
to OFF to stop the dryer.
l Cbse the door, select a cycle (if necessary)
and push the Start Button to restart the dryer.
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.
EL503OVand Gl5030V
EL6OSOV l nd GMOSOV
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Cycles-EL4030V and GL403OV
Regular cycles
The regular cydes describe the types of bads
they are designed to dry. Each cyde is followed
by a 5 minute ml-down period. During the cool
down, the bad tumbles without heat. This helps
make the bad easier to handle.
Use EX HEAVY to dry items such as bed-
spreads, mattress pads and quilts.
Use HEAVY to dry such kerns as towels, jeans,
corduroys and work clothes.
Use MED to dry items such as sheets, pilbw-
cases, cotton underwear and diapers.
Use LIGHT to dry batistes, organdies and
lingerie.
For the first few bads, set the Cycle Control
Knob to point to a line at a cyde in SPECfAL
DRY. When the dryer stops, feel the drbd items.
l If the items are drier than you like, set the Cycle
Control Knob more to the right the next time
you dry a similar load.
l ff the items are not as dry as you like, set the
Cycle Control Knob more to the left the next
time you dry a similar bad.
NOTE: Overdrying can cause shrinkage, static
cling and damage to some fabrics.
The PERMANENT PRESS cycle
The PERMANENT PRESS cycle helps provide
the special care that permanent press and
synthetic fabrics need. The cycle consists of a
timed period of heated drying and a 10 minute
cooldown period. During the cool down, the bad
tumbles without heat. This helps keep wrinkles
from setting and makes the bad easier to handle.
NOTE: To help reduce wrinkling, remove the bad
from the dryer as soon as tumbling stops. This is
important for permanent press, knits and syn-
thetic fabrics.
Cycles=EL503OV, GL503OV, EL6050V and
GL605OV
The automatic cycles
The automatic cydes let you select the degree of
dryness you want. A thermostat senses the air
temperature and automatically shuts the dryer off
when the selected dryness is reached.
Use AUTO-SENSE HEAVY to dry heavy and
mediumweight cotton items. The bad tumbles
without heat during the last 5 minutes. This helps
make the bad easier to handle.

Use AUTO-SENSE PERMANENT PRESS to dry
permanent press, knits and other synthetic items.
The bad tumbfes w&out heat during the last 10
minutes. This helps keep wrinkles from setting in
and makes the bad easier to handle.
For the first few bads, set the Cycle Control
Knob to point to NORMAL DRY in either auto
matb cycle. When the dryer stops, feel the dried
items.
l lf the items are drier than you like, set the Cycle
Control Knob more to the right of NORMAL
DRY the next time you dry a similar bad.
l tf items are not as dry as you like, set the Cycle
Control Knob more to the left of NORMAL DRY
the next time you dry a similar bad.
NOTE: Overdrying can cause shrinkage, static
cling and damage to some fabrics.
TIMED DRY
Use the TIMED DRY cycle for any bad you want
to dry by time.
Turn the Cycle Control Knob to the number of
minutes you want from 10 to 60 or 70. The last
5 minutes of this cycle are without heat to help
make the bad easier to handle.
EL6MOV l d GL6OSOV
ELSOWVl d GL503OV
ELWiOV l d GL6OSOV
Using WRINKLE FREE
The WRINKLE FREE setting removes wrinkles
from cbthing that has been packed in a suitcaee
or closet. and from items not removed from the
dryer at the end of a cyde.
1. Set the Cycle Control Knob on WRINKLE
FREE.
2. Set the Temperature Selector on KNfTS LOW
or KNfTS DELICATE LOW.
3. Push the Start Button.
The bad will tumble in heated air for 15 minutes.
Then the dryer will tumble the clothes for 5 more
minutes without heat.
For best results, put only a few items at a time
in this cycle. As scbn as the dryer stops, put the
items on hangers or fob them.
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Using DAMP DRY
Use this setting to damp dry hems that do not
require an entire drying cycle, or to dry items to
damp level. (Two examples are heavy cottons,
such as jeans, which you do not want to become
stiff, or cotton clothes which are easier to press
when damp.)
1. Set the Cycle Control Knob on DAMP DRY.
2 Push the Start Button.
The bad will tumbfe in heated eir for 20 minutes,
then without heat for 10 minutes.
The NO HEAT FLUFF cycle or setting
The dryer does not heat when the Temperature
Selector is turned to NO HEAT FLUFF
(EL403OV, GL403OV. ELXXMV and GLSO3OV),
or the Cycle Control Knob is turned to
NO HEAT/FLUFF (EL6050V and GL6050V).
NO HEAT FLUFF can be used to fluff or air dry
bedding, plastic tabbcbths. foam rubber pillows.
stuffed toys, sneakers, etc.
For models EL4030V and
GL403OV
Turn the Temperature Selector to NO HEAT
FLUFF and the Cycle Control Knob to the
number af minutes you want in the PERMANENT
PRESS cycle. Then push the Start Button.
NOTE: Repeat above steps if more time is
needed.

For models EL5030V and
GL503OV
Turn the Temperature Seledor to NO HEAT
FLUFF and the Cycle Control Knob to the
number of minutes you want in the TfMED DRY
cyde. Then push the Start Button.
NOTE: Repeat above steps if more time is
needed.
EL503OV and GUO3OV
For models EL6050V and
GL605OV
Turn the Cycle Control Knob to the desired
minutes you want in the NO HEAT/FLUFF cycle.
Then push the Start Button.
NOTE: Repeat above steps if more time is
needed.
ELWSOV md GLWWV
End-of-cycle signal
For models EL6050V and
GL605OV
The dryer sounds a signal to let you know when
the cycle is finished. The signal cannot be turned
off and is not adjustable.
The signal is helpful when you are drying
permanent press, synthetics and other items that
should be taken out as soon as the dryer stops.
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Gentle Heat system
For models EL6050V and
GL605OV
For better fabric care, the Gentle Heat system
helps prevent overdrying. Drying temperatures
are automatically reduced to a lower heat setting
during the last few minutes of drying.
Gentle Heat is followed by a cool-down perii
in all cycles to make your clothes easier to handle.
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Caring For Your Dryer
In This Section PaWJ mP
Cleaning the llnl screen “---,--““.“...13 Cleaning the dryer --..----....---14
Unt l awn malnIenance -l.........-...-l.... 13 Unt removal -..- -,---------.15
Do not run the dryer with the lint screen loose, damaged, bbdred or
missing. Doing so can cause overheating and damage to both the
dryer and fabrics.
Cleaning the lint screen
The lint screen is &ated under a lid on top of the
dryer. Clean lt before each load. A screen
blocked by lint can increase drying time.
1. C$n the lid and pull the lint screen straight
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 fabrfc 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 it 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 nybn 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 dean towel
and replace in dryer.
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Cleaning the dryer
ElectrIcal Shock and
Personal Injury Hazard
l Turn off the electrical power before
cleaning the interior.
l Make sure the dryer is cool.
Failure to do so could resutt in electrbal
shock or injury. Fire Hazard
l Use non-flammable cleaner.
Failure to do so could result in an explosion.
Garments which contain unstable dyes, such as
denim Mue 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
water.
2. Apply paste to a soft cbth and scrub area until
all excess dye is removed.
3. Wipe thoroughly with a damp cloth.
4. Tumble a bad of rags to dry.
Llquld non-flammable household cleaner
1. Apply to stained area
2. Rub with a doth until all excess dye is
removed.
3. Wipe thoroughly wfth a damp cloth.
4. Tumble a bad of rags to dry.
To clean dryer exterior:
Wipe with a soft, damp doth.
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Lint removal
Lint can gather inside the dryer and be a fuel for
fire. lt is recommended the lint be removed every
2 to 3 years, or more often, depending on dryer
usage. Cleaning should be done by a qualified
person. lf you have any questions. please call our
Consumer Assistance Center at 18OM476737.
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 rotatingdrum. (Seepage 16,step7.)
Failure to do so could result in electrical
shock or personal injury.
If your dryer is electric, or is
gas and has a lower front
access panel:
1. Unplug the power supply cord or turn off the
electrical power.
2. Remove badt panel (electric) or bwer front
access panel (gas). Sea 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 igniter (gas).
Ekblc dryer with bsck pand removed
4. Replace panel; reconned and level dryer
again, if necessary.
NOTE: See page 16 if your dryer is gas and has
a full front panel.
Gasdryer with lower front
acms8 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. Cpen 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 comers). Lii front panel
slightly, lifting off lower dips (see view B).
Slowly pull front panel forward, disengaging
panel from drum. (Drum will drop slightly.)
5. Move front panel aside and rest edge against
side of dryer. Avoid disconnecting wire clips
(see view C) or damaging wires.
6. Remove lint from area shown in “gas dryer
illustration on page 15 with soft brush or
vacuum deaner. Avoid damaging wires,
funnel or igniter.
7. 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 countercbck-
wise 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 sbt in top of front
panel (see view C) and abng top edge of
side panel. Door wires must not touch drum
when dryer is operating. See Warning,
page 15.
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
(ii necessary).
NOTE: Call Consumer Assistance at
l-800-447-6737 for assistance or more
information.
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Drum 00~1 8ldelpanel
Wire dip-
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Laundry Guide
In This Section Paw mF
Commonkundeuing problano ..---I...YY 17
Energy aavfng tlpa “I ...- “I._.... I......._... “.19
ww upr “..““...a.......“-.....-..“....-....~....~ 19
Vacalion m I .. ..-..-...-..“---..” . . .. . 19
Dryer fabric Mftners .............................. .. ....-I9
This section will help you solve laundry problems and improve your drying results.
Common laundering problems
PROBLEM
Greasy spots
Llnt
CHECK IF
Dryer fabric softeners were used
Undiluted washer fabric softener
was used
Enough detergent was used
items were clean before they
were dried
Lint screen is clogged
Load is properly sorted
Static electriciiy is attrzting lint
Load is too bii or heavy
Paper or tissue was in pocket
Enough detergent was used
Pilling is being mistaken for lint
CAUSEYSOLUTlONS
Folbw manufacturer’s product direc-
tions carefully.
Dilute fabrii softener before adding to
the final rinse.
Use enough detergent to hold soil in the
wash water until it drains away. Un-
drained soil can stick to outer tub of the
washer and cause greasy spots with
next load.
Soiled items can stain other items in the
bad. They can also leave stains on the
dryer drum that can bs picked up by
items in later bads. Dryer heat may
permanently set these stains.
Clean lint screen. (See page 13.)
Sort lint-givers (bath towels, etc.) from
lint-takers (synthetics, permanent
press).
Use fabric softener in the washer’s final
rinse. Use correct dryer settings for
fabric. Overdrying synthetics can cause
lint-attracting static electric@
Dry smaller bads. When items can’t
tumble freely, air is unable to carry lint
to lint screen.
Empty pockets carefully. A small scrap
of paper can cause a lot of lint.
Use enough detergent to hold the lint in
the water until it drains away. Base
detergent amount on water hardness
and soil in wash bad.
Pilling (surface fuzz) is caused by
normal wear and laundering. Pills do not
break away easily from the fabrii and
can often collect lint. Synthetic fabrics
are more likely to pill than others,
especially at neckbands, elbows and
knees.
continued on next page
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PROBLEM
Shrlnklng
CHECK IF
items are overdried
Fabric type and quality is
suitable for drying
CAuSwSOLunONs
Remove kerns while there is still a
trace of moisture. Some items should
be removed while damp, then shaped
and air dried.
Some knits are stretched during
manufacturing. Washing and drying
returns them to the original size. This is
normal. Check quality of garment
before buying. Folbw fabric care label
directions carefully.
Slow drying There is a large amount of
moisture in the bad to be dried
Cold rinse water is used
Some items hold more moisture than
others (cottons more than polyester).
They take bnger to dry. Full bads take
bnger to dry than small bads of the
same fabric.
A bad rinsed in cold water will take
slightly bnger to dry than a warm one.
Cold rinses, however, help save
energy and reduce wrinkling more than
warm rinses do.
Room air temperature is below Install dryer in a room where the air
45°F (7%) temperature is warmer than 45°F (7°C).
Cold air increases drying time and may
CiuIse wrinkles not to be removed.
Dryer is exhausted according to Install and exhaust your dryer accord-
Installation Instructions ing to the Installation Instructions
provided.
Lint screen is cbgged Clean lint screen before or after each
use.
Exhaust duct or outside exhaust
hood is clogged
Proper electrical supply ia used
Clean if needed.
Properly connect the dryer to a ’
grounded electrical circuit that meets
the electrical requirements stated in the
Installation Instructbns.
Statk electrktty Load is overdried
Fabric softener is used
Synthetics, synthetic blends,
permanent press and knits are
in bad
Remove items while there is still a
trace of moisture.
Use fabric softener and follow package
directions carefully.
Synthetics, synthetic blends, perma-
nent press and knits build up static
electricii. Use a fabric softener and be
careful not to overdry the bad.
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Drying tips
l Articles to be ironed should be removed from the dryer while still damp.
l Dry only clean items. Soiled items can leave stains on the dryer drum. These stains can be picked up
by other items in the bad. Dryer heat may permanently set some stains.
Dryer fabric softeners
Dryer rubric softeners are recommended for reducing static cling and for softening fabrics. Always follow
package instructions carefully.
NOTE: Static can also be reduced by not overdrying.
l For best results, put fabric softener sheet on top of the bad before startfng 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 Clear, grease-like spots can resutt from the fabric softener sheet becoming tangled or wrapped in an
item during tumbling. tf fabric softener causes a stain, wet the stain and rub with liquid detergent or
bar soap then wash.
l Some dryer fabric softeners can dog the lint screen and slow drying. Use only fabric softeners labeled
as dryer safe.
Energy saving tips
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:
-keeping the lint screen dean.
-using your dryer in a room where room air temperature is above 45°F (7°C).
-exhausting dryer properly.
-sorting bads by fabric weight and type.
Vacation care
1. Unplug power supply cord or turn off electrical power supply. Shut off supply GAS VALVE if you
have a gas dryer.
2. Clean lint screen.
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If You Need Assistance
Or Service
This section is designed to help you save the cost of a service call. First we outline possible problems,
their causes and their solutions. However, you may still need assistance or service. When calling our
Consumer hsistance Center for help or calling for service, you will need to provide a complete descrip-
tion of the problem, your appliance’s complete model and serial numbers and the purchase date. (See
page 2.) This information is needed to respond to your request properly.
1. Before calling for assistance .-.
Performance problems often result from liile things you can find and fix without tools of any kind. Please
check the chart below for problems you can fii. lt could save you the cost of a service call.
PROBLEM
Dryer will not run.
CHECK IF SOLUllON
Power cord is plugged into a live Turn cycle control knob to OFF. Firmly
circuit with proper voltage. plug cord into electrical outlet. Check
circuit voltage at fuse/circuit breaker
box. Reset c;ontrolsand push start
button.
Dryer door is closed. Close door firmly.
Start button is pushed firmly. Push start button.
Controls are set in a running or Set controls and push start button.
ON position.
Home’s main fuse has blown or Turn cycle control knob to OFF.
circuit breaker has tripped. Also Replace fuse with a timedelay fuse
check if a timedelay fuse or circuit of the coned capacity. Reset circuit
breaker has been used. breaker. Reset controls and push
start button.
Dryer will not heat. Cycle control knob or temperature Reset cycle control knob or tempera-
selector is seton NO HEAT FLUFF. ture selector to heat setting.
Heat cycle is in its last minutes Wait for cycle to finish.
(there is no heat during that time).
Drying time too
long.
Home’s main fuse has blown Turn cycle control knob to OFF.
or circuit breaker has tripped. Also Replace fuse with a timedelayed fuse
check if a timedelayed fuse or of the coned capadty. Reset circuit
circuit breaker has been used. breaker. Reset controls and push start
button.
The circuit supplying an electric dryer
uses 2 breakers or 2 fuses. lf one
breaker has tripped or one fuse has
blown, the dryer may run, but not heat.
Gas shutoff valves are open both Turn cycle control knob to OFF. Open
on dryer and on supply line if yours gas valves. Wail 5 minutes. Reset
is a gas dryer. controls and push start button.
Lint screen is clean. Clean lint screen. See instructions on
page 13.
See ‘Slow drying’ section of table,
page 18, for additional information.
Exhaust dud or outside exhaust Clean if needed.
hood is clogged.
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