Amana NGD7200TW10, NED7200TW10 Owner’s Manual

Dryer

Use & Care

GUIDE

OF CONTENTS

Safety Instructions ................................................. 1-2

Dryer Exhaust Tips ................................................... 3

Operating Instructions ........................................... 4-5

Using the Controls ................................................ 6-8

Special Laundry Tips ................................................... 9

Care and Cleaning .................................................... 10

Reverse the Door .................................................... 10

Troubleshooting .................................................. 11- 12

Warranty ................................................................... 15

Guide d'utitisation et d'entretien ........................ 16

Gu'a de Uso y Cuidado ......................................... 32

WI01611016

iiMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WELCOME

What You Need to Know About Safety

Instructions

Welcome and congratulations on your purchase of

Amana dryer! Your complete satisfaction is

very important to us. For best results, we suggest

reading this material to help acquaint you with proper

operating and maintenance procedures. Should you need assistance in the future, it is helpful to:

I) Have complete model and serial number identifica-

tion of your dryer.

Date of Purchase Model Number

Serial Number

2) IMPORTANT: Keep this guide andthe salesreceipt in a safe place for future ref- erence. Proof of original purchase date is needed for warranty service.

If you have questions, call:

Amana Customer Assistance

1-800-843-0304 USA 1-866-587-2002 CANADA

Warning and Important Safety Instructions appearing in this manual are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situa- tions that may occur. Common sense, caution and care must be exercised when installing, maintaining or operating appliance.

Always contact your manufacturer about problems or conditions you do not understand.

Recognize Safety Symbols, Words, Labels

(Mon.-Fri., 8am-8pm Eastern Time) http://www.amana.com

For service and warranty information, see page 15.

NOTE: In our continuing effort to improve the quality of our appliances, it may be nec- essary to make changes to the appliance without revising this guide.

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.

Save These Instructions

MPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

I. Read all instructions before using the appliance.

2. To avoid the possibility of fire or explosion: a. Do not dry items that have been previously cleaned

in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry- cleaning solvents, other flammable or explosive sub-

stances as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode.Any material on which you have used a cleaning solvent, or which is saturated with flammable liquids or solids, should not be placed in the dryer, until all traces of these flammable liquids or solids and

their fumes have been removed.There are many highly flammable items used in homes, such as:acetone,

denatured alcohol, gasoline, kerosene, some liquid household cleaners, some spot removers, turpentine,

waxes and wax removers.

b. Items containing foam rubber (may be labeled latex

foam) or similarly textured rubber-like materials must not be dried on a heat setting. Foam rubber materials when heated, can under certain circumstances pro- duce fire by spontaneous combustion.

3. Do not allow children or pets to play on, in, or in front of the appliance. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used near children and pets.

4. Before the appliance is removed from service or dis- carded, remove the door to the drying compartment.

8. Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in published user-repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out.

9. Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended for dryer use by the manufacturer of

the fabric softener or product.

10. Clean the lint screen before or after each load. II.

Keep the area around the exhaust opening and sur- rounding areas free from lint accumulation, dust and dirt.

12.

The interior of the dryer and exhaust duct should be cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel.

13.

This appliance must be properly grounded. Never plug the appliance cord into a receptacle which is not grounded adequately and in accordance with local and national

codes. See installation instructions for grounding this appliance.

14.

Do not sit on top of the clothes dryer.

15.

Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in the dryer. Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a

chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire.

NOTE: Because of continuing product improvements,

Amana reserves the right to change specifications without notice.For complete details,see the Installation

Instructions packed with your product before selecting

cabinetry, making cutouts or beginning installation.

5. Do not reach into the appliance if the drum is moving.

6. Do not install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the weather.

7. Do not tamper with controls.

I_RYER EXHAUST TIPS

Read the installation instructions

and the Use and Care Guide.

Let your dryer exhaust

the air easily.

Use 4 inch diameter rigid

metal duct.Tape all joints, including at the dryer. Never use lint-trapping screws.

DON'T

Let a poor exhaust system

cause slow drying.

DON'T

Restrict your dryer with a

poor exhaust system.

DON'T

Use plastic, thin foil, or non-metal flexible duct.

Keep duct runs as straight

as possible.

Clean all old ducts before installing your new dryer. Be sure vent flap opens and closes freely. Inspect and

clean the exhaust system annually.

DON'T (I I I

Use longer than necessary duct runs with many

elbows.

DON'T

Allow crushedor clogged

ductsand vent.

PERATING INSTRUCTIONS

• After each load.

• To shorten drying time.

• To operate more energy efficiently.

NOTE: Do not operate the dryer without the lint filter in place.

Place only one washload in the dryer at a time.

Mixed loads of heavy and lightweight clothes wilt dry differently. Lightweight clothes will dry, while heavy clothes may be damp.

Add one or more similar items to the dryer when only one or two articles need drying. This improves the tumbling action and drying efficiency.

Overloading restricts tumbling action, resulting in uneven drying as well as excessive wrinkling of some fabrics.

Lint Filter

PERATING INSTRUCTIONS

After setting the cycle and desired options, press the Cycle Selector dial to start the dryer.To pause the cycle, press Cycle Selector dial again.To restart the

cycle, press Cycle Selector dial and the cycle will resume from the point of interruption.

PUSH DUAL TO

START / PAUSE

Power Off

Press the Power Off pad to cancel the cycle and stop the dryer.

The display window shows the estimated time remaining in the cycle after the Cycle Selector dial is pressed.

The estimated time remaining may fluctuate as the cycle progresses.

The Drying light will illuminate and remain lit until the cycle is complete. When the dryer is in the cool-down

portion of the cycle, the Cooling light will illuminate. If the Wrinkle Prevent option has been selected, the

Wrinkle Prevent light will illuminate. Chasing lights will appear in the display when Wrinkle Prevent is selected (select models). See page 8.

When the cycle is complete,"END" or "00" (select models) wilt appear in the display until the dryer door is opened.

POWEROFF

If the dryer is paused during a cycle, the indicator lights will blink until the Cycle Selector dial is pressed.

_i SING THE CONTROLS

Step

--wRSENSOR DRY_

INKLE REGULAR _

CONTROL

TiME

DRY

OEUCA S

wR,N E

RELEASE

FLUFF

Control features vary by model.

PUSH DiALTO

START/PAUSE

Delicates

To select a cycle, rotate the Cycle Selector dial to the desired cycle.The indicator light by the cycle name will illumi-

nate. The Regular and Wrinkle Control cycles are Sensor Dry

cycles. Sensor Dry automatically senses the moisture in the load and shuts the dryer off when the selected dryness level (very dry to damp dry) is reached.

Regular

The Regular cycle is designed to dry loads such astowels, underwear, jeans, etc.

Wrinkle Control

The Wrinkle Control cycle is designed to dry wrinkle-free cottons, synthetic fabrics, knits and permanent press fabrics automatically. The cycle minimizes wrinkling by providing a

longer unheated cool-down period at the end of the cycle.

Time Dry

Time Dry allows you to select the desired cycle time in minutes.Turn the Cycle Selector dial to ÷s0 M_N

Time Dry, then press the Time up arrow to set the drying time. Press the arrow repeatedly to ÷30 M_N scroll through the time settings.To add or subtract _z0 MIN time from the cycle, see Options-AdjustTime,

page 8.

THME

The Delicates cycle is designed to dry heat-sensitive items at

the low drying temperature.

Air Fluff

The Air Fluff cycle tumbles the load in room temperature air.

Wrinkle Release

The Wrinkle Release cycle will release wrinkles from items

that are clean and dry but only slightly wrinkled, such as from

a crowded closet or suitcase or from sitting in the dryer too long after the cycle has ended. Wrinkle Release can be used

with any temperature selection.

!SING THE CONTROLS

Step

To select the dryness level in the Regular orWrinkle Control Sensor Dry cycles, press the Sensor Dry Level pad. An indicator light will illuminate next to the desired dryness

level. Press the pad repeatedly to scroll through the settings. Loads of larger or bulkier size may require More Dry setting

to completely dry the load. The Less Dry setting is best suited for lightweight fabrics or for leaving some moisture in the clothing at the end of the

cycle.

To select the correct temperature for the load, press the

Temperature pad. An indicator light will illuminate next to the desired temperature. Press the pad repeatedly to

scroll through the settings.

Use the chart below as a guide:

DRYERTEMPS

LOAD TYPE

_MORE DRY _NORNAL DRY

_LESS DRY

SENSORDRY LEVEL

REGULAR

MEDIUM LOW

Regular

Medium

Low

For sturdy cottons or those labeled Tumble Dry.

For permanent press, synthetics, lightweight cottons or items labeled Tumble Dry Medium.

For heat sensitive items labeled Tumble Dry Low orTumble Dry

Warm.

TEMPERATURE

SING THE CONTROLS

Step

Adjust Time

Time can be added or subtracted from the automatically set

times in the Time Dry, Delicates, Air Fluff, Wrinkle Release cycles.

To add or subtract time from the cycle, press the Adjust

Time up or down arrow pad until the desired time is displayed.

End of Cycle Chime

When the cycle is complete, an audible chime will sound. When the Wrinkle Prevent option is selected, the chime will

sound intermittently. Turn off the chime by pressing the Chime pad. Press the pad repeatedly to scroll through the choices.

Wrinkle Prevent

ADJUST

TINE

OFF

CHINE

Wrinkle Prevent provides approximately 95 minutes of inter-

mittent tumbling in unheated air at the end of the cycle to reduce wrinkling. Press the Wrinkle Prevent pad to acti-

vate this feature. The indicator light above the pad will illumi- nate when Wrinkle Prevent is selected. Chasing lights appear in the display when the Wrinkle Prevent option is selected (select models). The load is dry and can be removed at any

time during the Wrinkle Prevent cycle.

Control Lock

The control panel can be locked for safety, cleaning or to pre- vent unwanted use. The panel will not function when locked.

To lock the controls, press and hold the Sensor Dry Level and Temperature pads for 3 seconds. The Control Lock

indicator light will illuminate. To unlock the controls, press and hold the Sensor Dry

Level and Temperature pads for 3 seconds. The Control Lock indicator light will go out.

OPTIONS

SENSORDRY LEVEL TEMPERATURE

@ CONTROLLOCK

Press the Cycle Selector dial to start the dryer. The dryer door must be closed for the dryer to operate. If the door is opened during the cycle, the Cycle Selector dial must be pushed again to resume the cycle once the door is closed.

PUSH DiAL TO

START/ PAUSE

'!Ii PECIAL LAUNDRY TIPS

Pleasefollow the care label or manufacturer's instructions for drying special items. If care label instructions

are not available, use the following information as a guide.

• Follow the care label instructions or dry on the Sensor Dry Regular cycle and Regular temperature.

Bedspreads & Comforters

Blankets best tumbling action.

Curtains & Draperies • Dry these in small loads for best results and remove as soon as

Cloth Diapers . Use the Sensor Dry Regular cycle and the Regular temperature

• Be sure the item is thoroughly dry before using or storing.

May require repositioning to ensure even drying.

• Use Sensor Dry Regular and dry only one blanket at a time for

Be sure the item is thoroughly dry before using or storing. Use the Sensor Dry Wrinkle Control cycle to help

minimize wrinkling.

possible.

setting for soft, fluffy diapers.

Down-filled Items

(jackets, sleeping bags, . Place a clean pair of sneakers in the dryer with the item to fluff the comforters, etc.) down comforters, etc. Adding a couple of dry towels shortens dry

Foam Rubber . DO NOT dry on a heat setting. Use the Air Fluff cycle (no heat).

(rug backs, stuffed toys, . _ WARNING - Drying a rubber item with heat may damage it shoulder pads, etc.) or be a fire hazard.

Pillows tumbling action and to fluff the item.

Plastics . Use the Air Fluff cycle or the Time Dry cycle and the Low

(shower curtains, outdoor temperature setting depending on the care label instructions.

furniture covers, etc.)

• Fiberglass items (curtains, draperies, etc.)

• Woolens, unless recommended on the label.

• Vegetable or cooking oil soaked items (see pg. 2).

" Use the Sensor Dry Regular cycle and the Low

temperature setting.

time and absorbs moisture.

• Use the Sensor Dry Regular cycle.

• Add a couple of dry towels and a pair of clean sneakers to help the

• DO NOT drer-dry kapok or foam pillows.

IARE AND CLEANING

Control Panel - Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do Dryer Exterior - Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive substances. Do not spray cleaners not use abrasiv e substances. Protect the surface from

directly on the panel, sharp objects.

The control panel finish could be damaged by some laundry pre-treatment soil and stain-remover products.

Apply such products away from the dryer and wipe up any spills or oerspray immediately.

Dryer Exhaust System - Should be inspected and cleaned once a year to maintain optimum performance.

The outside exhaust hood should be cleaned more fre- quently to ensure proper operation. (Refer to the

Installation Instructions for more information.) Tumbler- Remove any stains such as crayon, ink pen or fabric dye (from new items such as towels or jeans)

with an all-purpose cleaner. Then tumble old towels or

rags to remove any excess stain or cleaning substance Once these steps are done, stains may still be visible, but should not transfer to subsequent loads.

EVERSE THE DOOR

Instructions for reversing the dryer door:

I) Remove 2 hinge screws holding door hinge in place.

2) Remove the door and lay carefully aside.

3) Remoe 2 hinge screws on the opposite side of door hinge.

4) Remoe 2 screws on the door catch plate.

5) Move door catch plate to opposite side and attach with screws.

6) Move the door to the opposite side and replace 2 hinge screws.

7) Replace 2 hinge screws in opposite holes.

II / /

ii / /

\\ \ \

\\ \ x

"\\

Door

/ Strike

ROUBLESHOOTING

Information codes may be displayed to help you better understand what is occurring with the dryer.

Code

Symbol Meaning Solution

lZ Heater temperature control problem. Call for service, see below.

i..J

Door open sensing problem. Ca[[ for service, see below.

d'-

_0 Door Open Error Be sure the door is latched shut. If problem continues,

For any codes not listed above, call Amana Customer Service at 1-800-843-0304 USA or 1-866-587-2002 Canada.

When the door is opened, the dryer call for service, see below. will not operate.

CHECK THESE POINTS IF YOUR DRYER...

• Be sure the door is latched shut.

Doesn't Run . Be sure the power cord is plugged into a live electrical outlet.

" Check the home's circuit breaker and fuses.

• Press the Cycle Selector dial again if the door is opened during the cycle.

" Check the home's circuit breaker and fuses.

• Select a heat setting, not Air Fluff.

Doesn't Heat . On a gas dryer, check that the gas supply is on.

• Clean the lint filter and exhaust duct. " Dryer may have moved into the cool-down portion of the cycle.

• Check all of the above, plus... " Be sure the exhaust hood at the outside of the home can open and close freely.

• Check exhaust system for lint build-up. Ducting should be inspected and cleaned

annually.

Doesn't Dry . Use 4" rigid metal exhaust duct.

• Do not overload. I Wash load = I Dryer load " Sort heavy items from lightweight items.

• Large, bulky items like blankets or comforters may require repositioning to ensure

even drying.

" Check that the washer is draining properly to extract adequate water from the load. " Clothes load is too small to tumble properly. Add a few towels

" Check the load for objects such as coins, loose buttons,nails,etc. Remove promptly.

Is Noisy • It is normal to hear the dryer gas valve or heating element cycle on and off during the

drying cycle.

" Be sure the dryer is leveled properly as outlined in the installation manual.

• It is normal for the dryer to hum due to the high velocity of air moving through the

...........................................................................................d.rze..r...dr._m.._.nd,.exh__u,_t..s.z_te.m-......................................................................................................................................

• Seams,pockets and other similar heavy areas may not be completely dry when the rest of the load has reached the selected dryness level. This is normal. Select the

Dries Unevenly Very Dry setting if desired.

• If one heavy item is dried with a lightweight load,such as one towel with sheets, it is possible that the heavy item will not be completely dry when the rest of the load has

reached the selected dryness level. Sort heavy items from lightweight items for best drying results.

• Household odors such as from painting, varnishing, strong cleaners, etc. may enter the

Has an Odor dryer with the surrounding room air. This is normal as the dryer draws the air from

the room,heats it,pulls it through the tumbler and exhausts it to the outside. When these odors are present in the air,ventilate the room completely before using the

dryer.

Dryer shuts off before load is dry cycle.

" Clothes load is too small. Add more similar items or a few towels and restart the

" Clothes load is too large. Remove some of the load and restart the dryer.

For further assistance contact Amana Service sM,Amana Customer Assistance:l-800-843-0304 U.S.A.or

1-866-587-2002 Canada.

+ 32 hidden pages