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Question posted by plazajoe on July 11th, 2016

Dryer Takes Too Long To Dry Clothes

Have to set dryer to one setting for towels to dry any type load . After cycle of 54 minutes is done it switches to 99 minutes and keeps running . Clothes not completely dry after 54 minutes

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Answer #1: Posted by Odin on July 11th, 2016 11:36 AM

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Owners Manual - Page 4

...is complete, be paid by using an Air Cycle. Do not dry anything that has ever had anything that has ever had any type of how to the dryer plays a big role in a vent system; each load....Remove lint and debris from the exhaust hood. ■ Remove lint from dryer. Failure to efficiently dry laundry. Proper venting will be sure to follow these instructions can result in death or ...

Owners Manual - Page 5

... CYCLES Automatic Cycles match the cycle setting to help smooth out wrinkles from clean, dry clothes. Press POWER. 2. STOPPING, PAUSING, OR RESTARTING To stop or pause Open the door or press START/PAUSE once. To restart Close the door. Press TIME ADJUST up or down until the desired drying time is displayed (only on each load. 2. Press and...

Owners Manual - Page 6

... heat during the last few minutes of minutes remaining in the cycle. You can select a different dryness level, depending on all cycles are preset when you choose an Automatic Cycle. Changing the Dryness Level setting is running , the display shows the estimated cycle time when your load. Cycles Select the drying cycle that matches the type of your load, by pressing Temp until the...

Owners Manual - Page 7

... in the dryer too long. In this cycle a small amount of water is 15 minutes. Timed Preset Cycle Settings Timed Cycle Load Type Default Default Time Temperature (Minutes) TOUCH UP Medium 20 (on some models) Helps to smooth out wrinkles for clothes packed in the suitcase or left in the dryer for touching up clothes that have been left in your minimum dry time...

Owners Manual - Page 8

... light ON or OFF. 8 WRINKLE SHIELD™ Setting Option The WRINKLE SHIELD™ setting helps keep wrinkles from forming when you select the Normal cycle. Rearranging the load will remain on the next time you cannot unload the dryer promptly at any time by hand periodically during the cycle. ■ Dry item completely. NOTE: Once dryness level has been...

Owners Manual - Page 9

... your loads on all the surfaces. To find out whether your model allows drying rack usage and for all of the manual or contact the dealer from whom you happen to complete drying. Dryer back panel 3. Refer to the front page of your dryer. The drying setting you may be displayed for normal tumbling. A A. Front edge 2. Changing Cycles after...

Owners Manual - Page 10

... screen straight up. Push the lint screen firmly back into dryer. As needed . Tumble a load of clean cloths or towels to your dryer and will depend on dryer usage. These stains are not harmful to dry the drum. This chart shows examples of items that can increase drying time. Time* Wool Sweaters Timed Low 60 Block to remove...

Owners Manual - Page 12

... open on the gas supply line on . Try the following: Check to vibrate. Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and restart the dryer. Confirm your vent system falls withing the recommended run length and number of elbows for the type of non-use? There may not have heat. Clean out pockets before laundering. ■ Is it...

Owners Manual - Page 13

.... Run the dryer for the types of lint or replace exhaust vent with temperature below 45ºF (7ºC)? Closet doors must have ventilation openings at the top and bottom of dryer cycles requires temperatures above 45ºF (7ºC). 13 Proper operation of the door. Dryer Results Clothes are not drying satisfactorily, drying times are too long, or load is not too long...

Owners Manual - Page 14

... on fabric type. Loads are caused by dyes in the dryer. ■ Was the dryer overloaded? Check that can stain your dryer is connected to a partially dried load can tumble freely. Add dryer fabric softener sheets at the end of one to four garments yield best results with water and heat to other clothing. NOTE: Refer to the dryer. Dry clean...

Dimension Guide - Page 1

...or elbows Type of L.P.... drying...m) 58 ft (17.7 m) 1 Rigid metal 54 ft (16.5 m) 48 ft (14.6 m)...mm) C For cabinet installation, with product. For complete details, see Installation Instructions packed with a door,...dryer in vent length chart. gas. gas must be used . Dryer can result. B 4" C (102 mm) A 4" (102 mm) 4" (102 mm) 2½" (64 mm) A. Do not use vent runs...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

...clothes may not tumble properly and automatic sensor cycles may use the water supply for electric dryers. ■■ If using a pedestal, you will be large enough to allow the dryer...required for proper exhaust installation. Recessed area Side view - The dryer must not be installed or stored in longer drying times. If using power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet ...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

...International Certified Power Cord intended to order. Additional installation requirements: This dryer is recommended. Failure to follow these instructions can result in "Assistance ... dryer: This dryer must conform to an individual branch circuit. ■■ This dryer is equipped with the dryer: if it is recommended that the electrical connection is 5 ft. (1.52 m) long....

Installation Instructions - Page 8

... ordinances. B 2 1/8" (54 mm) A 1" (25 mm) 4" (102 mm) 4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent A. 1/2" NPT gas supply line B. 3/8" NPT dryer pipe *NOTE: If the dryer is mounted on a pedestal,... flare x 3/8" NPT adapter fitting between the flexible gas connector and the dryer gas pipe, as needed to achieve best drying performance. †®TEFLON is a registered trademark of E.I. Do not use...

Installation Instructions - Page 10

...runs longer than those specified in longer drying times and increased energy usage. Select the type best for close clearances Venting systems come in many varieties. Refer to avoid kinking. ■■ Use as few 90° turns as possible. Exhaust systems longer than those specified will: ■■ Shorten life of dryer... ft. (17.7 m) 1 Rigid metal 54 ft. (16.5 m) 48 ft. (...

Installation Instructions - Page 12

...female end of the "Y" connector to "Y" connector and tighten couplings One end of the long hose has a wire mesh strainer inside the coupling. Check and see if rubber washer is in ... overtighten. Attach long hose to the cold water faucet. Using pliers, tighten the couplings an additional two-thirds turn . Open shut-off and remove washer inlet hose. The dryer must be connected...

Installation Instructions - Page 13

... mm) clamp, connect vent to existing vent, make sure vent is in dryer. NOTE: Do not overtighten. Check for leaks Move dryer to fill valve at bottom of dryer back panel. Dryer vent must fit over dryer exhaust outlet and inside exhaust hood. Attach long hose to the coupling can result. 6. Check that the water faucets...

Installation Instructions - Page 14

...; Household fuse is intact and tight, or circuit breaker has not tripped. • Dryer door is closed. All Models: q Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and start of the water system, which will reduce product performance. Complete Installation CHECKLIST q Check that dryer is recommended to control the buildup of lime scale may lead to see what...

Installation Instructions - Page 15

... and the hinges by lifting upward on top of the door. Door strike B. A A 6. Install 4 plastic plugs (A) into screw holes in the dryer left -side opening, if desired. 1. Place a towel or soft cloth on the door. REVERSE DOOR SWING You can change your door swing from a right-side opening to a left where the hinges...

Installation Instructions - Page 17

...correct length? The front of the dryer requires a minimum of 1" (25 mm) of airspace, and, for 5-10 minutes. Hold your hand under the ...DRYER RESULTS Clothes are not drying satisfactorily, drying times are too long, or load is not too long or has too many turns. If you do not feel air movement, clean exhaust system of dryer cycles...Run the dryer for most installations, the rear of the door.

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Loads are wrinkled - Dryer
... 90 minutes, depending on the Automatic Drying cycle. cycles for more information on the model. View the following for best drying results. If the load sits for the fabric may be overdrying your loads and contributing to come out of the cycle, wrinkles can set into the dryer twisted or tangled will take longer to dry and are wrinkled. Check clothing...
Long drying times on the Bulky cycle - Electric dryer
... of different types of fabric. The Bulky Items cycle is poorly drying all your loads, see: Poor drying performance - Garments that may not dry evenly in the Bulky Items cycle are thin, such as sheets, the Bulky Items cycle will take so long to dry. Long drying times on the Bulky cycle - Electric dryer Why does the Bulky Items cycle take a long time to...
Loads are damp; dryer does not dry
...nbsp; 3 (much dryer clothes, approximately 30% more drying time) The Dryness level settings cannot be drying to increase the dryness. This change will affect all of your Automatic Dry or Accudry cycles. The drying setting you may not be changed while the dryer is running. Gas dryer Damp loads or long drying times - Electronic controls with digital...