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Air Fluff or Air Dry cycles
Use the Air Fluff or Air Dry cycle for items that require drying
without heat such as rubber, plastic, or heat-sensitive fabrics. Set
the Cycle Control knob to Air Fluff or Air Dry. This chart shows
examples of items that can be dried using the Air Fluff or Air Dry
cycle.
*(Minutes). Reset cycle to complete drying if needed.
When using Air Fluff or Air Dry
■
Check that coverings are securely stitched.
■
Shake and fluff pillows by hand periodically during cycle.
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Dry item completely. Foam rubber pillows are slow to dry.
Additional Features
This manual covers several different models. Your dryer may not
have all of the features described.
Heavy Dry
Select this setting to evenly dry large or heavy items such as thick
cotton bath towels or robes. Set the Temperature selector, if
available, to High Heat.
Cotton
Select this setting to thoroughly dry heavy items such as sheets,
mattress pads and quilts, or a load of towels. Set the Temperature
selector, if available, to High Heat.
Synthetics/Permanent Press
Select this cycle to dry medium to lightweight synthetic or no-iron
items such as shirts, blouses or dresses. Choose a Medium Heat
setting if available.
Quick Dry
Use this cycle for drying small loads or loads that need a short
drying time. Choose a High or Medium Heat setting depending on
the types of fabrics being dried.
Delicates
Select this option to dry small loads or lightweight items. Set the
Temperature selector, if available, to Low or Extra Low Heat.
TUMBLE PRESS setting
Select this setting to help remove wrinkles from items such as
clothing packed in a suitcase or items wrinkled from being left in
the dryer too long. Set the Temperature selector, if available, to
Medium or Low Heat depending on the fabrics in your load.
Damp Dry
Select this setting to dry items to a damp level, or to dry items that
do not require an entire drying cycle. Use the Damp Dry cycle on
items such as jeans (to avoid stiffness) or cotton clothing (to make
pressing easier). If your model has a Temperature selector, choose
a temperature setting based on the fabrics in your load.
Wrinkle Guard II
When you are unable to remove a load from the dryer as soon as it
stops, wrinkles can form. The Wrinkle Guard II feature periodically
tumbles, rearranges and fluffs the load for up to 30 minutes
without heat to help keep wrinkles from forming. Press the Wrinkle
Guard ON button to enable the Wrinkle Guard II feature. A signal
will sound periodically when the Wrinkle Guard II feature is on if
the End of Cycle Signal is selected. The signal and the tumbling
will end when you open the dryer door, or when you turn the Cycle
Control knob to Off.
DRYEL
®
fabric care system
When using DRYEL
®
fabric care, select the DRYEL
®
cycle setting
and the DRYEL
®
temperature setting. DRYEL
®
fabric care, when
used in accordance with the manufacturer’s directions, has been
tested and approved for use in full-size dryers built by Whirlpool
Corporation.
End of Cycle Signal
■
The End of Cycle signal sounds when a cycle is complete. If
your End of Cycle signal is selectable, the signal will sound
only if set to On.
■
If the Wrinkle Guard II feature is on, the signal sounds every
few minutes. The signal stops when you open the door or turn
the Cycle Control knob to Off.
Drying Rack (optional)
The drying rack is useful for machine drying items you would not
necessarily want to tumble dry or that you would normally line dry
(for example, tennis shoes, pillows, stuffed toys).
If your model does not have a drying rack, you can order one by
contacting the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer.
To use the drying rack
1. 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 the wet items on top of the rack. Leave space between
the items so air can reach all the surfaces. Close the door.
NOTE: Do not allow items to hang over the edge of the rack.
3. Select cycle and temperature to match the fabrics in your
load. Items containing foam, rubber or plastic must be dried
on a clothesline or by using an air cycle. Refer to the following
table.
4. Press Start. Reset cycle to complete drying, if needed.
NOTE: The rack must be removed for normal tumbling. Do not
use the automatic cycle with the drying rack.
*(Minutes). Reset cycle to complete drying if needed.
Type of Load
Air Fluff or
Air Dry cycle*
Foam rubber—pillows, padded bras,
stuffed toys
Plastic—Shower curtains, tablecloths
Rubber-backed rugs
Olefin, polypropylene, sheer nylon
20 - 30
20 - 30
40 - 50
10 - 20
Rack Dry
Cycle
Temp
Time*
Wool Sweaters
Block to shape and lay flat on
the rack
Timed Low
60
Stuffed toys or pillows
Cotton or polyester fiber filled
Timed Low
60
Stuffed toys or pillows
Foam rubber filled
Air
(no heat)
None
90
Sneakers or canvas shoes
Air
(no heat)
None
90
