Crosley CDEC400FW1 Owner’s Manual

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P/N 134874900A (0712)

Table of Contents

Important Safety Instructions .............................................................. 2-3

Drying Procedures ............................................................................... 4

Features ............................................................................................ 5

Care and Cleaning ............................................................................ 5-6

Common Drying Problems ................................................................... 6

Avoid Service Checklist ....................................................................... 7

Warranty ........................................................................................... 8

Francais.......................................................................................... 9-15

Assistance or Service

If you need assistance or service, first see the "Avoid Service
Checklist" section. Additional help is available by calling

1-800-944-9044 from anywhere in the U.S.A., or write:
Crosley Corpora tien

111 Cloverleaf Dr.

Suite 200

Winston Salem, NC27103

Information may also be obtained by vising our website at

www.crosley.com.
In Canada, for assistance, installation or service call:

1-800-668-4606, orwrite:
Crosley Corporation

111 Cloverleaf Dr.

Suite 200

Wins ton Salem, NC27103

Note:The instructions appearing in this Owner's Guide are not meant to cover everypossible condition and situation that mayoccur.
Common sense and caution must be practiced when installing, operating and maintaining any appliance.

This Owner's Guide provides general operating instructions for your dryer. It also contains information about features for several
other models. Your dryer may not have every feature included.

Use the dryer only as instructed in this Owner's Guide and the Operating Instructions card included with your dryer.

Read and Save These Instructions

Product Registration
Thank you for choosing this dryer. Thisowner's guide will

explain proper operation and care.

Register Your Product

The self-add tossed PRODUCTREGISTRA TION CARD shou Id

be filled in completely, signed and returned.

Record Your Model and Serial Numbers

The model and serial numbers of your dryer are found on the

dryer serial plate located on the left side of the door opening.
Record and retain these numbers.

Model Number:
Serial Number:

Purchase Date:

Pedestal

A pedestal accessory, Model No, NLPWD15
(White), NLPWD15GB (Glacier Blue),

NLPWD15P (Platinum) and NLPWD15E
(Black), specifically designed for this dryer may

be used when elevating the dryer for ease of
use. Failure to use accessoriescertified by the

manufacturer could result in personal injury,
property damage or damage to the dryer.

The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste.
Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By

ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and
human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. Formore detailed information

about recycling of this product, pleasecontact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where
you purchased the product.

DRYER SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others is very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in the Use and Care Guide, Operating Instructions, Installation Instructions
and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This isthe safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you or others. All safety messages
will be preceded bythe safety alert symbol and the word "DANGER" or "WARNING" Thesewords mean:

_ 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 foflow instructions.

All safety messageswill identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the
instructions are not followed.

Foryour safety,the information in this manual must befollowed to minimize the riskof fire orexplosion or to prevent

property damage, personal injury or lossof life.

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 gassupplier.

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Avoidfire

hazardorelectricalshock.

ELECTR/C DRYERS:

14-30R

GAS

DRYERS:

Donotuseanadaptorplug
or extensioncord or

removegroundingprong
fromelectricalpowercord.

Failureto follow this
warningcancauseserious

injury,fireordeath.

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FUSED30 AMP

120/240V OR
120/208V WALL

RECEPTACLE DRYERSERVICECORD

CORRECTUse this way ONL Y

DRYER

type wall
receptacle

Power supply cord
with 3-prong
grounding plug

v_ay ONLY

Importan t Safety Instructions SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

Read all instructions before using this dryer.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow these Important Safety Instructions:

• Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries.

Prevent Fire

Do not dry items that have been previously cleaned in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, cleaning solvents, kerosene, waxes,

etc. Do not store these items on or near the dryer. Thesesubstances give off vapors that could ignite or explode.

Do not dry articles containing rubber, plastic or similar materials suchas bras, galoshes, bath mats, rugs, bibs, baby pants, plastic
bags and pillows that may melt or burn. Some rubber materials, when heated, can under certain circumstances produce fire by
spontaneous combustion.

Clean the lint screen before or after each load. The interior of the dryer, lint screen housing and exhaust duct should be cleaned
approximately every 18 months by qualified service personnel. An excessiveamount of lint build-up in these areas could result in
inefficient drying and possible fire. SeeCare and Cleaning.

Do not operate the dryer if the lint screen isblocked, damaged or missing. Fire hazard, overheating and damage to fabrics can

occur. If your dryer has a drying rack, always replace the lint screen when finished using the drying rack.

- Risk ofFire- A clothes dryer produces combustible lint. The dryer must be connected to an exhaust outdoors. Regularlyinspect

the outdoor exhaust opening and remove anyaccumulation of lint around the outdoor exhaust opening and in the surrounding area.

Do not obstruct the flow of ventilating air. Do not stack or place laundry or throw rugsagainst the front or back of the dryer.

Do not spray any type of aerosol into, on or near dryer at any time.
Do not usefabric softeners or products to eliminate static unlessrecommended bythe manufacturer of the fabric softener orproduct.
Do not place itemsexposedto cooking oilsin you rdryer. Itemscontaminated with cooking oilsmay contribute to achemical reaction

that could cause a load to catch fire.

Failure to comply with these warnings could result in fire, explosion, serious bodily injury and/or damage to the rubber or plastic

parts of the dryer.

Pro tect Children

Do not allow children to play on or in the dryer. Close supervision of children isnecessarywhen the dryer is used near children.

As children grow, teach them the proper, safe use of all appliances.

Destroy the carton, plastic bag and other packing materials after the dryer isunpacked. Children might use them for play. Cartons

covered with rugs, bedspreads or plastic sheets can become airtight chambers.

Keep laundry products out of children's reach. To prevent personal injury, observe all warnings on product labels.

Before the dryer is removed from service or discarded, remove the dryer door to prevent accidental entrapment.
Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries.

Proyen t Injury

To prevent shock hazard and assurestability during operation, the dryer must be installed and electrically grounded by a qualified

serviceperson in accordance with local codes. Installation instructions are packed in the dryer for the installer's reference. Refer to
INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONSfor detailed grounding procedures. If the dryer is moved to a new location, have it checked and
reinstalled by a qualified service person.

Toprevent personal injury or damage to the dryer,the electrical power cord of a gasdryer must be plugged into aproperly grounded

and polarized 3-prong outlet The third grounding prong must never be removed. Never ground the dryer to a gas pipe.

Do not use an extension cord or an adaptor plug.

ALWAYS disconnect the dryer from the electrical supply before attempting any service or cleaning. Failure to do so can result

in electrical shock or injury.

Do not use any type spray cleanser when cleaning dryer interior. Hazardous fumes or electrical shock could occur.
To prevent injury, do not reach into the dryer if the drum is moving. Wait until the dryer has stopped completely before reaching

into the drum.

To prevent injury and damage to the dryer:

- AIIrepairs and servicing must be performed by an authorized servicer unless specifically recommended in this Owner's
Guide. Use only authorized factory parts.

- Do nottamper with controls.

- Do not install or store the dryer where it will be exposed to the weather.

A thermal limiter switch automatically turns off the motor in the unlikely event of anoverheated situation (electric dryersonly). A

servicetechnician must replace the thermal limiter switch after correcting the fault.

Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries.

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Drying Procedures

Follow fabric care label instructions.

Placesmallitems in a meshbag.

Follow the guidelines below for preparing the load for drying.
Readthe Operating Instructions card for operating your specific model.

Always read and fellow fabric care labels and laundry preduct labels.

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons, read

Important Safety Instructions before operating this dryer.

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Prepare items for drying.

Dry items of similar fabric, weight and construction in the same load.
Separate dark items from light-colored items. Separate items that shed lint

from those that attract lint. If an item shedslint, turn it inside out.
Besure buckles, buttons andtrim areheatproof and won't damagethe drum

finish. Closezippers, fasten hooks and Velcro®-Iike fasteners. Tiestrings and
sashesto prevent snagging and tangling.
If possible, turn pockets inside out for even drying.
Check for stains which may not have been removed in washing. Dryer heat
may permanently set some stains. Repeat stain removal process before
drying.
Placesmall items in a mesh bag to prevent tangling and for easy removal.

2. Check that lint screen is clean and in place.

3.

Load the dryer.

Theaverage load will fill the drum 1/3to 1/2full. Itemsneed room totumble
freely for even drying and lesswrinkling. De net overload dryer.
When drying large items, dryonly 2or3at atime. Fillout the load with small

and medium sized items.
Fordelicate or very small loads, add 2 lint-free towels for better drying, less

wrinkling, and to prevent grease stains caused by fabric softener sheets.
Do not overdry items. Overdrying cancausewrinkling, shrinkage, harshness,
and a build-up of static electricity, which can produce more lint.
If desired, add a dryer fabric softener sheet.

Filldryer drum 1/3 to 1/2full.

4. Close the dryer door and select the cycle, temperature, dryness level
and options desired. See Operating Instructions for your specific model

information.

5.

Press START to begin the cycle.

Toadd or remove itemswhen the dryer isrunning open the door. The dryer
will stop when the door isopened. Allow the drum to come to acomplete
stop before reaching inside.
Close the door and press STARTto resume the cycle.

6. When the cycle ends, remove items immediately and hang or fold.

Features

Placethe front bar under

the lip of the lint screen opening.

End of Cycle Signal
A signal will sound at the end of the cycle and periodically during PressSaver at

the volume level selected. (some models)

Drum Light (some models)

A drum light will come on whenever the door isopened to illuminate the dryer drum
during loading and unloading. Closing the door turns off the light.

Reversible Dryer Door

Your dryer isequipped with a reversible door. The door can be hinged on the right
or left side. Refer to the INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for directions on

changing the door.

Drying Rack (some models)

Use the drying rack to dry items which should not be tumble dried.

1. Open the dryer door and remove the lint screen.

2. Insert drying rack into the dryer drum. Placethe front bar under the lip of the
lint screen opening.

3. Place items to be dried on top of the rack. Weight should not exceed 10 Ibs.
Leavespace between items, but do not let items hang overthe sides or through
the grids. Do not tumble other items when using the drying rack.

4. Select Timed Dry. Use only the Air Fluff/No Heat option for items containing
plastic, foam rubber, rubber-like materials, feathers or down.

5. When items are dry, remove the rack and replace the lint screen. If lint screen
is not in place, tumbling items could enter the exhaust system and cause
damage to the dryer.

Care and Cleaning

Clean lint screen after every load.

Toreduce riskof fire or seriousinjury to personsorproperty, comply

with the basic warnings listed in important Safety instructions and those listed
below.

• Before cleaning the dryer interior, unplug the electrical power cord to avoid
electrical shock hazards.

Do not use any type spray cleanser when cleaning dryer interior. Hazardous
fumes or electrical shock could occur.

inside

Clean the lint screenafter everyload. Lint build-up inthe screenrestricts airflow,
which causeslonger drying times.Thescreen islocated atthe bottom of the door
opening. Remove bypulling straight up. Removethe lint and replace the screen.

CAUTION - Risk of Fire - A clothes dryer produces combustible lint, The
dryer must be connected to an exhaust outdoors, Regularly inspect the
outdoor exhaust opening and remove any accumulation of lint around the
outdoor exhaust opening and in the surrounding area,

Occasionally awaxy build-up mayform on the lint screenfrom using dryer-added
fabric softener sheets. To remove this build-up, wash the lint screen in warm,
soapy water. Drythoroughly and replace. Do not operate the dryer without the
lint screen in place.
If the dryer drum becomesstainedfrom noncolorfast fabrics, cleanthe drum with
a damp cloth and a mild liquid household cleanser. Remove cleanser residue
before drying the next load.
Every 18 months an authorized servicer should clean the dryer cabinet interior

and exhaust duct. These areascan collect lint and dust over time. An excessive
amount of lint build-up could result in inefficient drying and possible fire hazard.

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Care and Cleaning (continued)

Outside

• Clean the cabinet with mild soap and water. Never use harsh, gritty or
abrasive cleansers.

• If the cabinet becomes stained, clean with diluted chlorine bleach [1/2 cup (120
ml) in 1 quart (.95 liter) water]. Rinse several times with clear water.

• Removeghe residue from tape or labelswith amixture of warm water and mild
detergent. Or, touch residue with the sticky side of the tape or label.

• Beforemovingthedryer, placeastripofcardboardorthinfiberboardunder
the front leveling legs to prevent damage to floor.

Do not store or place laundry products
on top of dryer at any time. They can
damage the finish or controls.

Common Drying Problems

Many drying problems involve poor cleaning results, poor soil and stain removal, residues of lint and scum, and fabric damage.

Forsatisfactory drying results, follow these suggestions provided by The Soap and Detergent Association.

PROBLEM POSSIBLECAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVEMEASURES

Greasy, oily

stains

• Fabric softener sheet.

• Rubfabric softener stainswith bar soap.
Rinse and rewash.

• Add a few bath towels to small loads fo
propertumbling.

• Some "silk-like" fabrics should be ai
dried.

• Use proper drying temperature.

• Placefabric softener sheet on top of Ioac
before starting the dryer.

Lint

• Overloading.

• Overdrying causes static
electricity.

• Lint screen not clean
when cycle began.

• Lint isattached to "pills."

• Reduceload sizeand rewash using liquid
fabric softener in the final rinse.

• Or, add a fabric softener sheet and
tumble without heat.

• Use lint brush or roller to remove lint.

• Do not overload dryer.

• Use fabric softener in washer or dryer tc
reduce static electricity.

• Remove items when they are slightl}
damp to avoid overdrying.

• Check that lint screen is clean and ir
place.

Pilling

(Fibers break
off, ball up
and cling to

fabric.)

Shrinking

• Pilling isnormal with
synthetic and permanent
press fabrics. This isdue

to abrasion from normal
wear.

• Overdrying.

• Usealint brush or shaverto remove pills.

• Irreversiblecondition. • Follow fabric care label directions.

• Use fabric softener to lubricate fibers.

• When ironing, use spray starch or fabric
finish on collars and cuffs.

• Turn items inside outto reduce abrasion

• If shrinking isa concern, check load often

• Remove items while slightly damp anc
hang or layflat to complete drying.

• Block knits into shape.

Wrinkling

• Overloading.

• Leaving items in dryer
after cycle ends.

• Reduce load sizeand tumble at medium
or low heat for 5-10 minutes.

• Remove items immediately. Hang or
fold.

• Do not overload dryer.

• Remove items as soon as cycle ends.

Avoid Service

Before calling for service, review this list. It may save both time and expense. The list includes
common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this dryer.

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OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION

Dryer does not start. Electrical power cord isnot securely plugged Make sure the plug fits tightly in wall outlet.

in or plug may be loose.

House fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped. Resetcircuit breaker or replace fuse.

Make sure electrical line isnot overloaded and the dryer ison

a separate circuit.

Thermal limiter tripped. Call authorized service person for replacement.

Dryer runs but won't heat. There are 2 house fuses in the dryer circuit. If Replace fuse.

1of the 2 fuses is blown, the drum may turn

but the heater will not operate.

Gas supply valve is not open (gas models). Check to make sure supply valve isopen. See INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONSfor procedure.

Dryer does not have anough air supply to See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.
support the burner flame (gas models).

LPgas supplytank isemptyor there hasbeen Refill or replace tank.
a utility interruption of natural gas (gas

models). Dryer should heat when utility service is restored.

Drying cyde takes too long, Lint screen is clogged with lint. Makesurealllinthasbeenremovedfromthedryerlintscreen
outside of the dryerfeels too before starting each cycle.

hot or smells hot.

Exhaust duct requirements have not been Exhaustductmustbeatleast4inchesindiameterandmade
met. of rigid or flexible metal.

When in place, the duct must have no more than two 90°
bends and must not exceed length listed in INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONS.

Electricdryerisconnectedtoa208voltcircuit. Drying time will be 20% longer than drying on a 240 volt

circuit.

Drying procedures have not been followed. SeeDrying Procedures.

Outside exhaust hood or exhaust duct may Clean out any obstruction.
be clogged or restricted.

High humidity. Use a dehumidifier near the dryer.

Excessive wrinkling. Dryer is overloaded. Do not overload. See Drying Procedures.

Items left in dryer too long. Remove items as soon as cycle ends.

Insufficient sorting of items. See Drying Procedures.

Drying temperature too high. Follow fabric care label instructions.

Scratching or chipping of the

drum finish.

Foreign objects such as coins, pins, clips or
buttons are inside the dryer.

Permanently attached items such as belt
buckles, zippers and fasteners may be hitting

the inside of the drum.

Always remove foreign objects from pockets before
laundering. Remove objects from drum and restart dryer.

It may be necessary to baste a scrap of material securely
around ornaments before drying to prevent scratching and
damage to the dryer.

Drum damage caused by foreign objects or permanen tly
attached items is not covered by the warranty.

CROSLEY WARRANTY

Your appliance is covered by a one year limited warranty. For one year from your original date of purchase, Electrolux will pay

all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this appliance that prove to be defective in materials or workmanship when such
appliance is installed, used and maintained inaccordance with the provided instructions.

Exclusions This warranty does not cover the following:

1. Products with original serial numbers that have been removed, altered or cannot be readily determined.

2. Product that has been transferred from its original owner to another party or removed outside the USA or
Canada.

3. Rust on the interior or exterior of the unit.

4. Products purchased "as-is" are not covered by this warranty.

5. Food loss due to any refrigerator or freezer failures.

6. Products used in a commercial setting.

7. Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in materials or workmanship, orfor appliances not

in ordinary household use or used other than in accordance with the provided instructions.

8. Service calls to correct the installation of your appliance or to instruct you how to use your appliance.

9. Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing, such as removal of trim, cupboards, shelves,

etc.,which are not a part of the appliance when it is shipped from the factory.

10. Service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, airfilters, water filters, other consumables, or knobs,
handles, or other cosmetic parts.

11. Surcharges including, but not limited to, any after hour, weekend, or holiday service calls, tolls, ferry trip
charges, or mileage expense for service calls to remote areas, including the state of Alaska.

12. Damages to the finish of appliance or home incurred during installation, including but not limited to

floors,cabinets, walls, etc.

13. Damages caused by: services performed by unauthorized service companies; use of parts other

than genuine Electrolux parts or parts obtained from persons other than authorized service companies;

or external causes such as abuse, misuse, inadequate power supply, accidents, fires, or acts of God.

DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF REMEDIES
CUSTOMER'S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE

PRODUCTREPAIR OR REPLACEMENTAS PROVIDED HEREIN. CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED

WARRANTIES,INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FORA PARTICULAR

PURPOSE, ARELIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW, BUT NOT
LESS THAN ONE YEAR.ELECTROLUX SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL

DAMAGES SUCH ASPROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY
BREACH OF THIS WRITTENLIMITED WARRANTY ORANY IMPLIED WARRANTY. SOME STATES AND
PROVINCES DO NOTALLOWTH EEXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL

DAMAGES, OR LIMITATIONS ONTHEDURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SOTHESE LIMITATIONS
OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOTAPPLY TO YOU. THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL

RIGHTS. YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.

if You Need
Service

This warranty only applies in the USA and Canada. In the USA, your appliance iswarranted by Electrolux Major Appliances

North America, a division of Electrolux Home Products, Inc. InCanada, your appliance iswarranted by Electrolux Canada Corp.

Electrolux authorizes no person to change or add to any obligations under this warranty. Obligations for service and parts under
this warranty must be performed by Electrolux or an authorized service company. Product features or specifications as described
or illustrated are subject to change without notice.

Replacement parts

If you need to order replacement parts, we recommend that you only use the factory specified parts. These parts will fit right

and work right because they are made with the same precision used to build every new Crosley _,Pappliance.
To locate factory specified replacement parts in you area call:

USA, 1-800-944-9044, or your nearest designated service center. In Canada call 1-800-668-4606.

For information on how to contact Crosley Corporation, please see page 2 of this document.

Keep your receipt, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment record to establish the warranty
periodshould service be required. If service is performed, it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all
receipts.Service under this warranty must be obtained by contacting Electrolux at the addresses or
phone numbers below.

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