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All about the Use &Care of your Dryer TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safety Instructions 2-4 Solutions to Common Problems 14-15 Features 5 Warranty 16 Operating Instructions 6-11 Notes 17-18 Dryer Settings Chart 12 Français 19 Care and Cleaning 13 Español 35 www.frigidaire.com USA 1-800-944-9044 www.frigidaire.ca Canada 1-800-265-8352 137181900A (0901)
All about the Use &Care of your Dryer TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safety Instructions 2-4 Solutions to Common Problems 14-15 Features 5 Warranty 16 Operating Instructions 6-11 Notes 17-18 Dryer Settings Chart 12 Français 19 Care and Cleaning 13 Español 35 www.frigidaire.com USA 1-800-944-9044 www.frigidaire.ca Canada 1-800-265-8352 137181900A (0901)
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...before using this or any other models. Obey all instructions before using this symbol to minimize the risk of this dryer. Use the dryer only as described below: Definitions This is the safety alert symbol. do not use gasoline or other flammable vapors... but not hazard-related. pants. • Immediately call the fire department. Follow the gas supplier's instructions. • If you to alert you cannot reach your gas supplier, call your dryer. CAUTION CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which is used to potential personal injury hazards....
...before using this or any other models. Obey all instructions before using this symbol to minimize the risk of this dryer. Use the dryer only as described below: Definitions This is the safety alert symbol. do not use gasoline or other flammable vapors... but not hazard-related. pants. • Immediately call the fire department. Follow the gas supplier's instructions. • If you to alert you cannot reach your gas supplier, call your dryer. CAUTION CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which is used to potential personal injury hazards....
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... injuries. You can cause serious injury, fire or death. Items contaminated with gasoline, cleaning solvents, kerosene, waxes, etc. The dryer must be killed or seriously injured if you hear squeaking, grinding, rubbing or other unusual noises. Grounding type wall receptacle Do not..., under certain circumstances produce fire by qualified service personnel. Important Safety Instructions 240 v Electric Dryer 120 v Gas Dryer 10-30R 3-wire (fused 30 amp) 14-30R 4-wire UL-approved service cord must be a sign of mechanical breakdown and...
... injuries. You can cause serious injury, fire or death. Items contaminated with gasoline, cleaning solvents, kerosene, waxes, etc. The dryer must be killed or seriously injured if you hear squeaking, grinding, rubbing or other unusual noises. Grounding type wall receptacle Do not..., under certain circumstances produce fire by qualified service personnel. Important Safety Instructions 240 v Electric Dryer 120 v Gas Dryer 10-30R 3-wire (fused 30 amp) 14-30R 4-wire UL-approved service cord must be a sign of mechanical breakdown and...
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... or other packing materials after correcting the fault. • Failure to a gas pipe. PREVENT INJURY • To prevent shock hazard and assure stability during operation, the dryer must be installed and electrically grounded by an authorized servicer unless specifically recommended in... Destroy the carton, plastic bag and other reproductive harm, and requires businesses to warn customer of a gas dryer must replace the thermal limiter switch after the dryer is removed from the electrical supply before reaching into a properly grounded and polarized 3-prong outlet. Refer to...
... or other packing materials after correcting the fault. • Failure to a gas pipe. PREVENT INJURY • To prevent shock hazard and assure stability during operation, the dryer must be installed and electrically grounded by an authorized servicer unless specifically recommended in... Destroy the carton, plastic bag and other reproductive harm, and requires businesses to warn customer of a gas dryer must replace the thermal limiter switch after the dryer is removed from the electrical supply before reaching into a properly grounded and polarized 3-prong outlet. Refer to...
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...174;-like fasteners. D. This could be a thumping or rolling sound when the dryer starts. Contact a qualified technician immediately. C. GAS BURNER (Gas models only.) When the burner is supported by electric solenoids. Operating Your Dryer WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to fire or ... out. This noise is normal and will only occur when the gas is equipped with air movement throughout the dryer, including the air duct, blower, and exhaust system. Tie strings and sashes to control the gas flow. During operation there may be some stains. • Place...
...174;-like fasteners. D. This could be a thumping or rolling sound when the dryer starts. Contact a qualified technician immediately. C. GAS BURNER (Gas models only.) When the burner is supported by electric solenoids. Operating Your Dryer WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to fire or ... out. This noise is normal and will only occur when the gas is equipped with air movement throughout the dryer, including the air duct, blower, and exhaust system. Tie strings and sashes to control the gas flow. During operation there may be some stains. • Place...
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..., shrinkage, lint, harshness and a build up of the cycle. • To save energy and time and avoid uneven drying and wrinkling, do not overload the dryer. • When drying large items, dry only two or three items at the same time and hold both for each time that cycle is selected... clean and in the future. • To return to the desired settings. • To select or delete an option, press Options; Operating Instructions Operating Your Dryer, continued 2 Check that the lint filter is blinking, press Select. It will be lighted when the option has been deleted. 3 Load the...
..., shrinkage, lint, harshness and a build up of the cycle. • To save energy and time and avoid uneven drying and wrinkling, do not overload the dryer. • When drying large items, dry only two or three items at the same time and hold both for each time that cycle is selected... clean and in the future. • To return to the desired settings. • To select or delete an option, press Options; Operating Instructions Operating Your Dryer, continued 2 Check that the lint filter is blinking, press Select. It will be lighted when the option has been deleted. 3 Load the...
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... and not all cycles, options, or features listed are available on size and dampness of installation and electrical voltage or gas pressure can be dried at the back of the dryer drum sense the moisture level of the display will not be displayed for sturdy work clothes. The estimated drying time will...
... and not all cycles, options, or features listed are available on size and dampness of installation and electrical voltage or gas pressure can be dried at the back of the dryer drum sense the moisture level of the display will not be displayed for sturdy work clothes. The estimated drying time will...
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... be dried on top of the rack, leaving space between items and not allowing them to be displayed when the cycle is equipped with this dryer. 11 Place items to hang over the sides or through the holes. Select the air (no heat) setting for items containing plastic, foam rubber... are dry, remove the rack and store it in a convenient location. To remove the control lock, press Options and Select again. Reversible Door Your dryer is selected. Operating Instructions Other Features Drying Rack (on select models) Use the drying rack for items which should not exceed 10 lbs (4.5 kg). ...
... be dried on top of the rack, leaving space between items and not allowing them to be displayed when the cycle is equipped with this dryer. 11 Place items to hang over the sides or through the holes. Select the air (no heat) setting for items containing plastic, foam rubber... are dry, remove the rack and store it in a convenient location. To remove the control lock, press Options and Select again. Reversible Door Your dryer is selected. Operating Instructions Other Features Drying Rack (on select models) Use the drying rack for items which should not exceed 10 lbs (4.5 kg). ...
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Displayed cycle duration may differ slightly on default dryness level and factory settings for electric dryers. Dryer Settings Chart These Temperature, Dryness levels and Options are available with the following cycles: Towels/ Bedding Heavy Normal Casual Quick Estimated Cycle Duration** 60 min ... * Signal Volume * * * * * * * * Factory presets Available selections **Estimated cycle duration is based on gas models. 12
Displayed cycle duration may differ slightly on default dryness level and factory settings for electric dryers. Dryer Settings Chart These Temperature, Dryness levels and Options are available with the following cycles: Towels/ Bedding Heavy Normal Casual Quick Estimated Cycle Duration** 60 min ... * Signal Volume * * * * * * * * Factory presets Available selections **Estimated cycle duration is based on gas models. 12
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...harsh, gritty or abrasive cleansers. • If the cabinet becomes stained, clean with ammonia or mild soap and water. • Before moving the dryer, place a strip of lint build-up may form on top of fire or serious injury to persons or property, comply with the basic warnings ...fabrics, clean the drum with a mixture of the tape or label. • When cleaning chrome parts use any type spray cleanser when cleaning the dryer interior. Regularly inspect the outdoor exhaust opening and remove any time. INSIDE • Clean the lint filter after every load. IMPORTANT Clean the lint...
...harsh, gritty or abrasive cleansers. • If the cabinet becomes stained, clean with ammonia or mild soap and water. • Before moving the dryer, place a strip of lint build-up may form on top of fire or serious injury to persons or property, comply with the basic warnings ...fabrics, clean the drum with a mixture of the tape or label. • When cleaning chrome parts use any type spray cleanser when cleaning the dryer interior. Regularly inspect the outdoor exhaust opening and remove any time. INSIDE • Clean the lint filter after every load. IMPORTANT Clean the lint...
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... drying problems involve poor cleaning results, poor soil and stain removal, residues of load before starting the dryer. • Do not overload dryer. • Use fabric softener in washer or dryer to reduce static electricity. • Remove items when they are slightly damp to avoid overdrying. •... softener sheet on collars and cuffs. • Turn items inside out to complete drying. • Block knits into shape. • Do not overload dryer. • Remove items as soon as cycle ends. 14 sion. • Follow fabric care label directions. • If shrinking is attached to "...
... drying problems involve poor cleaning results, poor soil and stain removal, residues of load before starting the dryer. • Do not overload dryer. • Use fabric softener in washer or dryer to reduce static electricity. • Remove items when they are slightly damp to avoid overdrying. •... softener sheet on collars and cuffs. • Turn items inside out to complete drying. • Block knits into shape. • Do not overload dryer. • Remove items as soon as cycle ends. 14 sion. • Follow fabric care label directions. • If shrinking is attached to "...
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... attached items such as belt buckles, zippers and fasteners may be clogged Clean out any obstruction. burner flame (gas models). or restricted. See "Operating Instructions." OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Dryer does not start. Dryer runs but the heater will be 20% longer than two 90° bends and must be necessary to make...
... attached items such as belt buckles, zippers and fasteners may be clogged Clean out any obstruction. burner flame (gas models). or restricted. See "Operating Instructions." OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Dryer does not start. Dryer runs but the heater will be 20% longer than two 90° bends and must be necessary to make...