Maytag W10260037A, W10267625A - SP User Manual

BRAVOS®	SÉCHEUSE ÉLECTRONIQUE
ELECTRONIC DRYER	BRAVOS®
Use & Care Guide	Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien
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	Guide de démarrage rapide/
Quick Start Guide/Dryer Use............pg. 4	Utilisation de la sécheuse....p. 18

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
	Page
DRYER SAFETY ..............................................................................................	2
QUICK START GUIDE/DRYER USE ..............................................................	4
Drying and Cycle Tips ...............................................................................	6
Cycles ........................................................................................................	6
Additional Features ....................................................................................	7
Status Lights ...............................................................................................	8
Changing Cycles, Modifiers,
and Options ...............................................................................................	9
Drying Rack Option...................................................................................	9
DRYER CARE ...............................................................................................	10
Cleaning the Dryer Location ....................................................................	10
Cleaning the Lint Screen ..........................................................................	10
Cleaning the Dryer Interior ......................................................................	11
Removing Accumulated Lint....................................................................	11
Vacation, Storage, and Moving Care........................................................	11
Special Instructions for Steam Models......................................................	11
Changing the Drum Light.........................................................................	12
TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................................................	12
Dryer Operation.......................................................................................	12
Dryer Results............................................................................................	13
WARRANTY.................................................................................................	14
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE.........................................................	BACK COVER

TABLE DES MATIÈRES
		Page
SÉCURITÉ DE LA SÉCHEUSE.......................................................................		15
GUIDE DE DÉMARRAGE RAPIDE/UTILISATION DE LA SÉCHEUSE		......... 18
Conseils pour le séchage et les programmes............................................		20
Programmes.............................................................................................		20
Caractéristiques supplémentaires.............................................................		21
Témoins lumineux ...................................................................................		23
Changement des programmes, modificateurs, et options.........................		23
Option de grille de séchage.....................................................................		24
ENTRETIEN DE LA SÉCHEUSE ....................................................................		24
Nettoyage de l'emplacement de la sécheuse ...........................................		24
Nettoyage du filtre à charpie....................................................................		24
Nettoyage de l'intérieur de la sécheuse ...................................................		25
Retrait de la charpie accumulée ..............................................................		25
Précautions à prendre avant les vacances,
un entreposage ou un déménagement .....................................................		25
Changement de l'ampoule du tambour ...................................................		26
DÉPANNAGE ..............................................................................................		27
Fonctionnement de la sécheuse...............................................................		27
Résultats de la sécheuse...........................................................................		28
Notes.......................................................................................................		30
GARANTIE...................................................................................................		31
ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE .......................................	COUVERTURE ARRIÈRE

W10260037A W10267625A - SP

DRYER SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol.

This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.” These words mean:

DANGER

WARNING

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

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WARNING: For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death.

–Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

–WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

•Do not try to light any appliance.

•Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.

•Clear the room, building, or area of all occupants.

•Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.

•If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.

–Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.

WARNING: Gas leaks cannot always be detected by smell.

Gas suppliers recommend that you use a gas detector approved by UL or CSA.

For more information, contact your gas supplier.

If a gas leak is detected, follow the “What to do if you smell gas” instructions.

IMPORTANT: The gas installation must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54.

The dryer must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.

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QUICK START GUIDE/DRYER USE

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.

For a summary of how to use your dryer following installation, see the QUICK START GUIDE on the next page.

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QUICK START GUIDE

NOTE: This Use and Care Guide covers several different models. Your dryer may not have all of the cycles and features described.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.

This Use and Care Guide covers several different models. Your dryer may not have all of the cycles and features described.

START

1. Clean the lint screen before each load.

2. Place laundry in dryer and shut door.

3. Press POWER/CANCEL.

4.Select Cycle.

5.Select OPTIONS and/or END SIGNAL, if desired. See “Additional Features.”

6.Press START/PAUSE to begin.

SENSOR CYCLES

Sensor Cycles match the cycle setting to the type of load, and adjust Dryness Level for optimal performance. See the “Sensor Preset Cycle Settings.” chart.

1.Press POWER/CANCEL.

2.Turn knob to desired Sensor Cycle.

3. Select DRYNESS LEVEL to adjust how dry you want the load.

4.Select OPTIONS.

5.Press START/PAUSE.

To make changes to the Dryness and/or Options during an Automatic Cycle:

1.Press START/PAUSE.

2.Select DRYNESS LEVEL.

NOTE: Dryness selections can be made only while using Sensor Cycles.

3. Press START/PAUSE.

STOPPING, PAUSING, OR RESTARTING

To stop or pause your dryer at any time

Open the door or press START/PAUSE.

Press POWER/CANCEL to cancel a cycle.

To restart the dryer

Close the door. Press START/PAUSE until dryer starts.

TIMED CYCLES

Use Timed cycles to set a drying time and temperature.

1.Press POWER/CANCEL.

2.Turn knob to desired Timed Cycle.

3. Press TIME ADJUST + (plus) or - (minus) buttons until the desired drying time is displayed.

4.Press TEMP LEVEL until the desired temperature illuminates.

NOTE: During the Timed Cycle, you can change the settings for Time, Temp, the WRINKLE PREVENT setting, and the End Signal.

5.Press START/PAUSE.

TIMED DRY - Use this cycle if items are still damp after a Sensor cycle.

RAPID DRY - Use this cycle for drying small loads or items requiring a short drying time.

FRESHEN UP (on some models) - Use this cycle to help smooth out wrinkles.

USING STEAM CYCLES (Steam models only)

Steam Cycles use water and heat to reduce wrinkles and odors in dry items. See the Cycles information on the following pages for more detail on each cycle.

1.Press POWER/CANCEL.

2.Select CUSTOM REFRESH or RAPID REFRESH cycle.

3. Press TIME ADJUST + (plus) or - (minus) buttons until the desired drying time is displayed for Custom Refresh cycle.

4.Press TEMP LEVEL until the desired temperature illuminates.

5.Press START/PAUSE.

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Drying and Cycle Tips

Select the correct cycle and dryness level or temperature for your load. If a Sensor Cycle is running, the display shows the estimated cycle time when your dryer is automatically sensing the dryness level of your load. If a Timed Cycle is running, the display shows the exact number of minutes remaining in the cycle.

Cool Down tumbles the load without heat during the last few minutes of all cycles. Cool Down makes the loads easier to handle and reduces wrinkling. The length of the Cool Down depends on the load size and dryness level.

Drying tips

■Follow care label directions when they are available.

■If desired, add a fabric softener sheet. Follow package instructions.

■To reduce wrinkling, remove the load from the dryer as soon as tumbling stops. This is especially important for permanent press, knits, and synthetic fabrics.

■Avoid drying heavy work clothes together with lighter fabrics. This could cause overdrying of lighter fabrics and lead to increased shrinkage or wrinkling.

Cycle tips

■Dry most loads using the preset cycle settings.

■Refer to the Sensor, Steam, or Timed Preset Cycle Settings chart (in the “Cycles” section) for a guide to drying various loads.

■Drying temperature and dryness level are preset when you choose a Sensor Dry Cycle. You can select a different dryness level, depending on your load, by pressing DRYNESS LEVEL and choosing More, Normal, Less, or Damp. The initial preset temperature is the preferred setting; however, you may select an alternate drying temperature by pressing TEMP LEVEL. Once selected, the new heat setting will be retained until reset to the initial preset temperature. The Delicate and Bulky cycles do not allow an alternate temp to be selected.

■If you wish to adjust the cycle length of a Timed Cycle, press TIME ADJUST + (plus) or – (minus). Adjust the temperature of a Timed Cycle by pressing TEMP LEVEL until the desired temperature is selected.

NOTE: You cannot choose a dryness level with Timed Cycles.

Cycles

Select the drying cycle that matches the type of load you are drying. See Sensor, Steam, or Timed Cycle Settings charts.

Steam models

Non-Steam models

Cycle Control knobs

Sensor Cycles

Sensor Cycles allow you to match the cycle to the load you are drying. See the following Sensor Preset 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. An alternate temperature is selectable for all cycles with the exception of the Delicate and Bulky by pressing the TEMP LEVEL button.

NOTE: Not all cycles are available on all models.

Sensor Preset Cycle Settings

	Sensor Cycles Load Type	Temperature
	BULKY	Medium
	Jackets, comforters, pillows
	Rearrange the load when the
	Damp Dry signal sounds. This
	step will aid in the drying
	process.
	HEAVY DUTY	Regular*
	Heavyweight mixed loads,	Medium heat is selectable as
	cottons, jeans
		an alternate temperature.
	NORMAL	Medium*
	Corduroys, work clothes, sheets	Low heat is selectable as an
		alternate temperature.
	WRINKLE CONTROL	Low*
	Sport shirts, business casual	Extra-low heat is selectable as
	clothes, permanent press,
		an alternate temperature.
	synthetics
	DELICATE	Extra-Low
	Lingerie, blouses, washable knit
	fabrics
	*Preferred setting

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Steam Cycles

Use Steam Cycles to help smooth out wrinkles from dry items, such as clothes that have been worn or clothes that have been left in the dryer too long. When a Steam Cycle is selected, the estimated time remaining display shows the actual time remaining in the cycle.

NOTE: Results may vary depending on fabric. 100% cotton garments with wrinkle-free finish may yield better results than those without.

Use of a fabric softener sheet is not recommended with steam cycles as it may cause temporary staining on the clothes.

Rapid Refresh Small Load

This cycle is best for smoothing out wrinkles and reducing odors from loads consisting of one to four dry items of wrinkle-free cotton, cotton-polyester blend, common knits, and synthetic garments. In this cycle, a small amount of water is sprayed into the dryer drum after several minutes of tumbling with heat. The dryer will continue to tumble with heat followed by a brief cool down. The heat level and cycle time are not adjustable.

Custom Refresh

This cycle is best for touching up clothes that have been left in the dryer too long. In this cycle, a small amount of water is sprayed into the dryer drum after several minutes of tumbling with heat. The dryer will continue to tumble with heat followed by a brief cool down. The dry time and temperature can be adjusted for this cycle.

NOTE: Overloading the dryer may not yield the same results.

Steam Preset Cycle Settings

Timed Cycles	Default	Default Time
Load Type	Temperature*	(Minutes)*
RAPID REFRESH	Medium	15
Small Load
CUSTOM REFRESH	Medium	20

*Temp Level and Time Adjust are selectable only for the Custom Refresh cycle.

NOTE: The Custom Refresh cycle has a minimum dry time of 15 minutes and a maximum dry time of 40 minutes. Only the Medium and Regular temperature settings can be used for the Custom Refresh cycle.

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. You can change the actual time in the cycle by pressing TIME ADJUST + (plus) or – (minus). See “Changing Cycles, Modifiers, and Options.”

NOTE: Timed Cycles may also be used with the drying rack. See “Drying Rack Option.”

Timed Preset Cycle Settings

Timed Cycles	Default	Default Time
Load Type	Temperature	(Minutes)
TIMED DRY	High	40
Heavyweight, bulky items,	Regular
work clothes
RAPID DRY	Regular	23
Small loads
FRESHEN UP	Medium	20
(on some models)
Helps to smooth out
wrinkles

Additional Features

Sensor Cycle Modifiers

Use the DRYNESS LEVEL button to select dryness levels for the Sensor Cycles. Press DRYNESS LEVEL until the desired Dryness setting illuminates.

The preset dryness setting is Normal when a Sensor Cycle is selected. You can select a different Dryness Level, depending on your load, by pressing DRYNESS LEVEL and choosing More, Normal, Less, or Damp. Selecting More, Normal, Less, or Damp automatically adjusts the Dryness Level at which the dryer will shut off. Once a Dryness Level is set, it cannot be changed without stopping the cycle.

The initial preset temperature is the preferred setting for drying clothes; however, if desired, one alternate temperature may be selected to dry the load on a lower heat setting. Once the alternate temperature has been selected, the next time the same cycle is selected, the alternate temperature is remembered and displayed. The original (default) temperature may be reselected. The Delicate and Bulky cycles (on Steam model) do not offer an alternate temperature.

NOTE: Dryness Level selections cannot be used with the Timed or Steam Cycles.

Timed Cycle Modifiers

Use the TEMP LEVEL button to select temperatures for the Timed Cycles. Press TEMP LEVEL until the desired temperature setting illuminates.

Air Fluff

Use the Air Fluff Modifier for items that require drying without heat such as rubber, plastic, and heat-sensitive fabrics. This table shows examples of items that can be dried using Air Fluff.

Type of Load	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 cycle to complete drying, if needed.

When using Air Fluff

■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: Air Fluff is not available with Sensor Cycles.

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Drum Light option

On some models, select Drum Light to turn on the light inside the dryer drum. When pressed during a cycle or not running, the Drum Light turns on and will remain on until DRUM LIGHT is pressed again, the door is opened and closed, or the door is left open for

5 minutes.

Press DRUM LIGHT at any time to turn the drum light ON or OFF.

Wrinkle Prevent / Wrinkle Prevent Plus option

The Wrinkle Prevent/Wrinkle Prevent Plus (Steam Models) option helps keep wrinkles from forming when you cannot unload the dryer promptly at the end of a cycle. With this feature selected, the dryer tumbles the load intermittently for up to 120 minutes.

■Get up to 90 (Non-Steam Models) or 120 minutes (Steam Models) of heat-free, periodic tumbling at the end of a cycle.

■Turn off at any time by pressing WRINKLE PREVENT/WRINKLE PREVENT PLUS setting or opening the dryer door.

■For the Wrinkle Control cycle, the Wrinkle Prevent/Wrinkle Prevent Plus setting is preset to ON. The other Sensor Cycles will retain this setting. For example, if you select the Wrinkle Prevent/Wrinkle Prevent Plus setting in the Normal cycle, this setting will be ON the next time that cycle is selected.

NOTE: If you do not select the Wrinkle Prevent/Wrinkle Prevent Plus setting, the dryer stops after cool down.

Damp Dry Signal option

Select the Damp Dry Signal to alert you that your clothes are approximately 80% dry. This is useful when you want to remove lightweight items in a mixed load to avoid overdrying or remove partially dry items that may need ironing.

The Damp Dry Signal is useful when drying bedsheets/linens in a mixed load. When the signal goes off, open the door to stop the dryer, rearrange the load inside the dryer, close the door, and restart the dryer to finish the drying cycle. Rearranging the load will aid in the drying process.

NOTE: The Damp Dry Signal is available only with the Sensor Cycles.

End Signal option

The End Signal produces an audible sound when the drying cycle is finished. Promptly removing clothes at the end of the cycle reduces wrinkling.

Press END SIGNAL until the desired volume (High, Low, or Off) is selected.

NOTE: When the Wrinkle Prevent (Plus) setting is selected and the End Signal is on, the tone will sound every 5 minutes until the clothes are removed, or the Wrinkle Prevent (Plus) setting ends.

Status Lights

Follow the progress of your dryer with the drying Status indicator lights.

Wet

The Wet light illuminates at the beginning of a Sensor Cycle if a wet item is detected.

■In a Sensor Cycle, if a wet item is not detected after approximately 5 minutes, the dryer goes directly into Cool Down. The Cool Down and the Wrinkle Prevent setting indicators will illuminate, if selected.

■In a Timed Cycle, wet items are not detected. The dryer will continue to run for the length of time selected, and the Wet light will illuminate. The Damp light will not illuminate.

Damp

The Damp light illuminates in a Sensor Cycle when the laundry is approximately 80% dry. Damp Dry signal beeps, if selected. See “Options.”

Cool Down

The Cool Down light illuminates during the Cool Down part of the cycle. Laundry cools for ease in handling.

Dry

The Dry light illuminates when the drying cycle is finished. This indicator stays on during the Wrinkle Prevent (Plus) setting.

Wrinkle Prevent

The Wrinkle Prevent setting light illuminates when this option is selected. This indicator stays on during the Wrinkle Prevent setting.

Steam (on steam models)

The steam light illuminates as water is being sprayed into the drum.

Indicator lights

Other indicator lights show Cycle, Modifiers, Options, and Cycle Signal settings selected. The display shows the estimated or actual time remaining.

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Changing Cycles, Modifiers,

and Options

You can change Sensor and Timed Cycles, Modifiers, and Options anytime before pressing Start.

■Three short tones sound if an unavailable combination is selected. The last selection will not be accepted.

Changing Cycles after pressing Start

1.Press POWER/CANCEL.

2.Select the desired cycle and options.

3.Press START/PAUSE. The dryer starts at the beginning of the new cycle.

NOTE: If you do not press Start/Pause within 5 minutes of selecting the cycle, the dryer automatically shuts off.

Changing Modifiers and Options after pressing Start

You can change an Option or Modifier anytime before the selected Option or Modifier begins.

1.Press START/PAUSE.

2.Select the new Option and/or Modifier.

3.Press START/PAUSE to continue the cycle.

Changing the Preset Dryness Level Settings

If all of your loads on all Sensor cycles are consistently not as dry as you would like, you may change the preset Dryness Level settings to increase the dryness. This change will affect all of your Sensor cycles.

Your Dryness Level settings can be adjusted to adapt to different installations, environmental conditions, or personal preference. There are 3 drying settings: 1 (factory preset dryness level), 2 (slightly dryer clothes, approximately 15% more drying time) and 3 (much dryer clothes, approximately 30% more drying time).

1.The Dryness Level settings cannot be changed while the dryer is running.

2.Press and hold the DRYNESS LEVEL button for 5 seconds. The dryer will beep, and “CF” will be displayed for 1 second followed by the current Dryness Level setting.

3.To select a new Dryness Level setting, press the DRYNESS LEVEL button again until the desired Dryness Level setting is shown.

NOTE: While cycling through the settings, the current setting will not flash, but the other settings will flash.

4.Press START/PAUSE to save the Dryness Level setting.

The Dryness Level setting you selected will become your new preset Dryness Level setting for all Sensor cycles.

Drying Rack Option

Use the Drying Rack to dry items such as sweaters and pillows without tumbling. The drum turns, but the drying 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 information on ordering, please refer to the front page of the manual or contact the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer.

NOTE: The drying rack must be removed for normal tumbling. Do not use the automatic cycle with the drying rack.

To use the drying rack 1. Open dryer door.

A

A.Front edge

2.Place drying rack inside dryer drum, positioning the back wire on the ledge of the inner dryer back panel. Push down on front edge of drying rack to secure at the front of the dryer.

B

A

A.Drying rack front edge

B.Dryer back panel

3.Put the wet items on top of the drying rack. Leave space between the items so air can reach all the surfaces.

NOTE: Do not allow items to hang over the edge of the drying rack.

4.Close the door.

5.Press the POWER/CANCEL button.

6.Select a Timed Dry cycle and temperature (see following chart). Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be dried on a clothesline or by using the Air Fluff temperature setting.

7.You must select a time by pressing TIME ADJUST + (plus) or – (minus). Reset time as needed to complete drying. Refer to the following table.

8.Press START/PAUSE.

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This chart shows examples of items that can be rack dried and the suggested cycle, temperature setting, and drying time. Actual drying time will depend on the amount of moisture items hold.

Rack Dry	Setting	Temp.	Time*
			(minutes)
Wool Sweaters	Timed Dry	Low	60
Block to shape and lay flat
on the drying rack.
Stuffed toys or pillows	Timed Dry	Low	60
Cotton or polyester fiber
filled
Stuffed toys or pillows	Timed Dry	Air Fluff	90
Foam rubber filled		(no heat)
Sneakers or canvas shoes	Timed Dry	Air Fluff	90
		(no heat)

*Reset time to complete drying, if needed.

DRYER CARE

Cleaning the Dryer Location

Keep dryer area clear and free from items that would obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air.

Every load cleaning

1.The lint screen is located in the door opening of the dryer. Pull the lint screen straight up. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers. Do not rinse or wash screen to remove lint. Wet lint is hard to remove.

2. Push the lint screen firmly back into place.

As needed cleaning

Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can build up on the lint screen. This buildup can cause longer drying times for your clothes, or cause the dryer to stop before your load is completely dry. The screen is probably clogged if lint falls off while the screen is in the dryer.

Clean the lint screen with a nylon brush every 6 months, or more frequently, if it becomes clogged due to a residue buildup.

To wash

1.Roll lint off screen with your fingers.

2.Wet both sides of lint screen with hot water.

3.Wet a nylon brush with hot water and liquid detergent. Scrub lint screen with the brush to remove residue buildup.

4.Rinse screen with hot water.

5.Thoroughly dry lint screen with a clean towel. Replace screen in dryer.

Cleaning the Lint Screen

Clean the lint screen before each load. The control panel has an indicator light to remind you to clean the lint screen before each load. A screen blocked by lint can increase drying time.

IMPORTANT:

■Do not run the dryer with the lint screen loose, damaged, blocked, or missing. Doing so can cause overheating and damage to both the dryer and fabrics.

■If lint falls off the screen into the dryer during removal, check the exhaust hood and remove the lint.

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