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Cycles
NOTE:
Not all cycles are available on all models.
Select the drying cycle that matches the type of load you
are drying. See the Automatic Cycle Settings or Timed Cycle
Settings chart.
Cycle Control knob
Automatic Cycles
Automatic Cycles allow you to match the cycle to the load you are
drying. See the following Automatic Cycle Settings chart. Each
cycle dries certain fabrics at the recommended temperature.
A sensor detects the moisture in the load and automatically
adjusts the drying time for optimal drying. Press the DRYNESS
button to adjust the default dryness level.
Automatic Cycles
Load Type
Temperature
Est.
Cycle
Time
(Minutes)
HEAVY DUTY
Heavyweight items, towels, jeans
High
40
ECO NORMAL
Designed for average size loads
of medium weight where
improved energy is desired
Medium
35
NORMAL
Jackets, pillows, corduroys, work
clothes, sheets
Medium
35
CASUAL
Permanent press, synthetics
Low
35
DELICATE
Lingerie, blouses, washable
woolens
Extra Low
30
DAMP DRY
Clothes to come out suitable
for ironing
Low
20
Automatic Cycle Settings
If loads do not seem as dry as you would like, select More Dry
next time you dry a similar load.
Timed Cycles
Use Timed Cycles to select a specific amount of drying time
and a drying temperature. When a Timed Cycle is selected,
the Estimated Time Remaining display shows the actual time
remaining in your cycle.
Press the TEMP button to change the drying temperature from the
default setting.
Press the MORE TIME or LESS TIME button to
increase or decrease the drying time. Tap MORE
TIME or LESS TIME and the time will change by
1-minute intervals. Press and holdMORE TIME
or LESS TIME and the time will change by
5-minute intervals.
Timed Cycles
Load Type
Default
Temperature
Default Cycle
Time*
(Minutes)
TIMED DRY
Heavyweight items,
bulky items, bedspreads,
work clothes
High
80
SMALL LOAD
2-3 items
Medium
27
TOUCH UP
Slightly damp items, and to
remove wrinkles
Medium
20
Timed Cycle Settings
*Reset time to complete drying, if needed.
Air Dry
Use the Air Dry temperature setting with Timed Cycles for items
that require drying without heat such as rubber, plastic, and
heat-sensitive fabrics. This chart shows examples of items that
can be dried using Air Dry.
Type of Load
Est.
Time*
(Minutes)
Foam rubber - pillows, padded bras, stuffed toys
20 - 30
Plastic - shower curtains, tablecloths
20 - 30
Rubber-backed rugs
40 - 50
Olefin, polypropylene, sheer nylon
10 - 20
*Reset time to complete drying, if needed.
When using Air Dry
■
Check that coverings are securely stitched.
■
Shake and fluff pillows by hand periodically during the cycle.
■
Dry item completely. Foam rubber pillows are slow to dry.
NOTE:
Automatic Cycles are not available when using the Air Dry
setting.
