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DRYER USE
Starting Your Dryer
This booklet covers several different models. Your dryer may
not have all of the cycles and features described.
Before using your dryer, wipe the dryer drum with a damp cloth to
remove dust from storing and shipping.
1. Clean the lint screen before or after each cycle. See “Cleaning
the Lint Screen.”
2. Load clothes loosely into the dryer and close the door. Do not
pack the dryer. Allow space for clothes to tumble freely.
3. Turn the Cycle Control knob to the recommended cycle for the
type of load being dried. Use the Energy Preferred Automatic
Setting (*) setting to dry most heavy to medium weight fabrics.
Temperature is included in the cycle selections. See “Dryer
Cycle Descriptions” (separate sheet) for temperature
suggestions.
4. (OPTIONAL) Your dryer may have a WRINKLE PREVENT™
feature selector. When you are unable to remove a load from
the dryer as soon as it stops, wrinkles can form. This feature
periodically tumbles, rearranges and fluffs the load without
heat to avoid wrinkling.
5. (OPTIONAL) Your dryer may have an End Of Cycle Signal. The
signal is helpful when drying items that should be removed
from the dryer as soon as it stops.
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On some models, the End of Cycle Signal is fixed.
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On other models, the End of Cycle signal is part of the
Start button and is selectable. Turn the PUSH TO START
button to ON or OFF. The signal will sound only if the
selector is set to On.
6. If desired, add fabric softener sheet. Follow package
instructions.
7. Press the PUSH TO START button.
Stopping and Restarting
You can stop your dryer anytime during a cycle.
To stop your dryer
Open the dryer door or turn the Cycle Control knob to OFF.
NOTE: The Cycle Control knob should point to an Off area when
the dryer is not in use.
To restart your dryer
Close the door. Select a new cycle and temperature (if desired).
Press the PUSH TO START button.
How Automatic Drying Works
During the Automatic Drying Cycle, the exhaust temperature of
the dryer determines the drying time and dryness levels. A
thermostat signals the Cycle Control Knob when to move into
Cool Down. The drying time for an Automatic Drying Cycle
depends on load type and load size. When drying a large or heavy
load, the Cycle Control Knob may take a long time before it begins
to advance into Cool Down. Automatic Drying Cycle takes the
guesswork out of drying time and enhances fabric care. The
amount of time that is displayed is the estimated time remaining in
the cycle.
Drying Rack Option
Use the Drying Rack to dry items such as sweaters and pillows
without tumbling. The drum turns, but the rack does not move.
If your model does not have a drying rack, you may be able to
purchase one for your model. To find out whether your model
allows drying rack usage and for ordering information, please refer
to the front page of your manual or contact the dealer from whom
you purchased your dryer.
NOTE: The rack must be removed for normal tumbling. Do not
use the automatic cycle with the drying rack.
To use the drying rack
1. Place drying rack in dryer. Slide rear pegs into the dimples on
the back wall of the dryer. Lower the front legs to rest on the
dryer opening.
2. Put wet items on top of rack, leaving space between items.
Do not allow items to hang over the edge of the rack. Close
the door.
3. Select a timed drying cycle and temperature, or an air cycle.
Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be dried on a
clothesline or by using an air cycle. Refer to the following
table.
4. Start the dryer. Reset cycle to complete drying, if needed.
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from dryer.
Do not dry anything that has ever had anything
flammable on it (even after washing).
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
explosion, or fire.
WARNING
Fire Hazard
No washer can completely remove oil.
Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on
it (including cooking oils).
Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be dried
on a clothesline or by using an Air Cycle.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death
or fire.
Rack Dry
Cycle
Temp
Time
Washable wool items (block
to shape, lay flat on rack)
Timed
Dry
Low
60 min.
Stuffed toys/pillows (cotton
or polyester filled)
Timed
Dry
Low
60 min.
Stuffed toys/pillows
Foam rubber filled
Air Dry
(no heat)
N/A
90 min.
