Crosley W10151585B User Manual
120-VOLT COMPACT
ELECTRIC DRYER
Use & Care Guide
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Table of Contents................................................. 2
W10151585B
TABLE OF CONTENTS
DRYER SAFETY..............................................................................2
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................3
Tools and Parts ............................................................................ 3
Location Requirements................................................................4
Electrical Requirements ............................................................... 5
Venting Requirements.................................................................. 5
Plan Vent System .........................................................................6
Install Vent System.......................................................................7
Install Cord Bracket and Casters
Connect Vent................................................................................8
Complete Installation ...................................................................8
DRYER USE ....................................................................................9
Starting Your Dryer.......................................................................9
Stopping and Restarting .............................................................. 9
................................................. 7
DRYER SAFETY
Drying, Cycle, and Temperature Tips ........................................10
Cycles .........................................................................................10
DRYER CARE...............................................................................11
Cleaning the Dryer Location.......................................................11
Cleaning the Lint Screen............................................................11
Cleaning the Dryer Interior .........................................................11
Removing Accumulated Lint......................................................11
Vacation and Moving Care.........................................................11
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................12
Dryer Operation ..........................................................................12
Dryer Results ..............................................................................12
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE.........................................................14
ACCESSORIES .............................................................................14
WARRANTY ..................................................................................15
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Tools and Par ts
Tools needed
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here.
■ Flat-blade screwdriver
■ Level
■ Adjustable wrench
■ Vent cl amps
Parts supplied
Remove parts package from the dryer drum. Check that all parts listed are included.
■ Cycle Control (timer) knob
■ Push to Start button
■ Casters (4)
■ Caulking gun and compound
(for installing new exhaust
vent)
■ Tin snips (new vent
installations)
■ Cord brackets (2)
■ Screws (2)
Parts needed
Check local codes, existing electrical supply and venting, and see “Venting Requirements” and “Electrical Requirements” before purchasing parts.
■ Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system
hardware
■ Permanent installations require 4 dryer feet
For information on ordering, please r
Service” section. You can also contact the dealer from whom you
purchased your dryer.
eference the “Assistance or
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Location Requirements
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You will need
■ A location that allows for proper exhaust installation. See
“Venting Requirements.”
■ A 120-volt, 60-Hz., AC-only, 15- or 20-amp circuit.
■ A grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft (610 mm) of either
side of the dryer. See “Electrical Requirements.”
■ A sturdy floor to support the dryer weight (dryer and load) of
115 lbs (52 kg). The combined weight of a companion appliance
should
also be considered.
■ A level floor with a maximum slope of 1" (25 mm) under entire
dryer.
Do not operate your dryer at temperatur
lower temperatures, the dryer might not shut off at the end of an
automatic cycle. Drying times can be extended.
The dryer must not be installed or st
exposed to water and/or weather.
Check code requirements. Some codes limit, or do not permit, installation of the dryer in garages, closets, mobile homes, or sleeping quarters. Contact your local building inspector.
Installation Clearances
The location must be large enough to allow the dryer door to open fully.
Dryer Dimensions
es below 45ºF (7ºC). At
ored in an area where it will be
3
20
4
"
*
(527 mm)
†
31"
(787 mm)
7
23
8
"
(606 mm)
Minimum spacing for recessed area and closet installation
The following dimensions shown are for the minimum spacing allowed when the dryer is to be operated with, or without, the Stack Stand Kit. To purchase a Stack Stand Kit, see “Assistance or Service.”
■ Additional spacing should be considered for ease of installation
and servicing.
■ Additional clearances might be required for wall, door, and floor
moldings.
■ Additional spacing of 1" (25 mm) on all sides of the dryer is
recommended to reduce noise transfer.
■ For closet installation with a door, minimum ventilation openings
in the top and bottom of the door are required. Louvered doors
with equivalent ventilation openings are acceptable.
■ Companion appliance spacing should also be considered.
Recessed or closet installation - Dryer only
14"*
(356 mm)
18"* (457 mm)
3"*
(76 mm)
A B
1"
(25 mm)
1"
(25 mm)
A. Side view - closet or confined area
B. Recessed area
Recessed or closet installation - Stacked
2
3"*
(76 mm
2
2
2
3"*
(76 mm
12"*
(305 mm)
12"*
(305 mm)
1"
(25 mm)
3"*
(76 mm)
DRYER
WASHER
1"
(25 mm)
1"*
(25 mm)
A B
A. Recessed area
B. Side view - closet or confined area
C. Closet door with vents
48 in. *
(309.7 cm )
24 in. *
(154.8 cm )
C
Mobile Home - Additional Location Requirements
This dryer is suitable for mobile home installations. The installation
must conform to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety
Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (formerly the Federal Standard for
Mobile Home Construction and Safety, Title 245, HUD Part 280) or
Standard CAN/CSA-Z240 MH.
†Height with caster is 32½" (826 mm)
*Most installations require a minimum 5" (127 mm) clearance
behind the dryer for the exhaust vent with elbows. See “Venting
Requirements.”
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Mobile home installations require:
■ Metal exhaust system hardware, which is available for purchase
from your dealer.
■ Special provisions must be made in mobile homes to introduce
outside air into the dryer. The opening (such as a nearby
window) should be at least twice as large as the dryer exhaust
opening.
Electrical Requirements
Venting Requirements
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE
EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
The dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent,
chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space
of a building.
■ A 120-volt, 60-Hz., AC-only, 15- or 20-amp fused electrical
supply is required.
■ A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. Be sure
fuse or circuit breaker matches the rating of your line.
■ Use a separate circuit serving only your dryer.
■ Do not use an extension cord.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
■
For a grounded, cord-connected dryer:
This dryer must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or
breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock
by providing a path of least resistance for electric current.
This dryer is equipped with a cord having an equipmentgrounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must
be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes
and ordinances.
WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualied electrician or service representative
or personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the dryer is
properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with
the dryer: if it will not t the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualied electrician.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
If using an existing vent system
■ Clean lint from the entire length of the system and make sure
exhaust hood is not plugged with lint.
■ Replace any plastic or metal foil vent with rigid or flexible heavy
metal vent.
■ Review Vent system chart. Modify existing vent system if
necessary to achieve the best drying performance. Only rigid
or flexible metal vent shall be used for exhausting.
If this is a new vent system
Vent material
■ Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.
■ 4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps must be
used.
4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent
Rigid metal vent
■ For best drying performance, rigid metal vents are
recommended.
■ Rigid metal vent is recommended to avoid crushing and kinking.
Flexible metal vent
■ Flexible metal vents are acceptable only if accessible for
cleaning.
■ Flexible metal vent must be fully extended and supported when
the dryer is in its final location.
■ Remove excess flexible metal vent to avoid sagging and kinking
that may result in reduced airflow and poor performance.
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