SERVICE MANUAL
27” Dryers
Gas & Electric
Models with
Electronic Controls
5995393146
November 2003
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SAFE SERVICING PRACTICES - ALL APPLIANCES
To avoid personal injury and/or property damage, it is important that Safe
Servicing Practices be observed. The following are some limited examples of
safe practices:
1. DO NOT attempt a product repair if you have any doubts as to your ability to
complete it in a safe and satisfactory manner.
2. Before servicing or moving an appliance:
• Remove the power cord from the electrical outlet, trip the circuit breaker to
the OFF position, or remove the fuse.
• Turn off the gas supply.
• Turn off the water supply.
3. Never interfere with the proper operation of any safety device.
4. USE ONLY REPLACEMENT PARTS CATALOGED FOR THIS APPLIANCE.
SUBSTITUTIONS MAY DEFEAT COMPLIANCE WITH SAFETY
STANDARDS SET FOR HOME APPLIANCES.
5. GROUNDING: The standard color coding for safety ground wires is GREEN,
or GREEN with YELLOW STRIPES. Ground leads are not to be used as current
carrying conductors. It is EXTREMELY important that the service technician
reestablish all safety grounds prior to completion of service. Failure to do so
will create a hazard.
6. Prior to returning the product to service, ensure that:
• All electrical connections are correct and secure
• All electrical leads are properly dressed and secured away from sharp
edges, high-temperature components, and moving parts
• All non-insulated electrical terminals, connectors, heaters, etc. are
adequately spaced away from all metal parts and panels
• All safety grounds (both internal and external) are correctly and securely
connected
• All panels are properly and securely reassembled
ATTENTION!!!
This service manual is intended for use by persons having electrical and mechanical
training and a level of knowledge of these subjects generally considered acceptable in
the appliance repair trade. Electrolux Home Products cannot be responsible, nor assume
any liability, for injury or damage of any kind arising from the use of this manual.
© 2001 White Consolidated Industries
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SAFE SERVICING PRACTICES 2
QUICK REFERENCE SHEET 7 - 11
Serial nameplate location 7
Serial number breakdown 7
T ech sheet location 7
Failure codes 8
On line test 8
Specification 10
Component resistance chart 1 1
Sample wiring diagrams 12 - 13
Sample wiring diagram for electric models 12
Sample wiring diagram for gas models 13
SECTION A - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 14 - 17
Before operating your dryer 1 4
Operating steps 14
Cycle Selection 14 - 15
Normal 15
Quick 15
Towels 15
Perm Press 15
Knits / Delicates 15
T ouch Up 15
Cycle Adjustment 15
Temperature Selection 15
Dryness Selection 15
Cycle Options 15
Press Saver 15
Air Fluff/No Heat 1 6
Dryer Features 16
Control Lock 16
Signal 16
Time Dry 16
Error Codes 16
Dryer settings reference chart 1 7
SECTION B - OWNERS GUIDE 18 - 26
Safety information 18 - 19
What to do if you smell gas 1 8
Your Safety and the Safety of other is very Important 1 8
Pedestal 18
Important safety instructions 18
Prevent fire 18
Protect children 19
Prevent injury 19
Drying Procedures 20
Features 21
End of cycle signal 2 1
Drum light 21
Reversible dryer door 2 1
Drying rack 21
Common drying problems 2 2
Care and cleaning 23
Inside 23
Outside 23
Avoid service checklist 24 - 25
Sample Warranty 26
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SECTION C - INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS GAS & ELECTRIC DRYER 27 - 36
What to do if you smell Gas 2 7
Pre-installation requirements 2 8
Tools and materials required for installation 28
Electrical requirements 28
Electric dryers 28
Gas dryers 28
Exhaust system requirements 2 8
Exhaust directions 30
Exhaust duct locating dimensions 30
Gas supply requirements 30
Location of your dryer 30
Do not install your dryer 3 0
Installation in a recess or closet 3 0
Minimum installation clearances 30
This dryer must be exhausted outdoors 3 0
Under counter installation 3 1
Mobile home installation 31
Rough-in dimensions 32
Unpacking 33
Reversing door swing 33
Electrical installation 33
Electric dryers 33
Grounding requirements 3 4
For a grounded, cord-connected dryer 3 4
For a permanently connected dryer 34
Gas dryer 34
Electrical connections for 3-wire system 34
Electrical connections for 4-wire system 35
Gas connection 35
General installation 35
Replacement parts 36
SECTION D - ST ACKING INSTRUCTIONS 37 - 3 8
Tool & equipment requirements 37
Kit components 37
Remove washer top panel 37
Install mounting brackets 37
Install dryer support spacer 38
Prepare dryer for stacking 38
Stack the dryer 38
Washer and dryer operation 38
SECTION E - HOW THE COMPONENTS WORK 39 - 47
The basic components 39 - 40
Drum 39
Heat source 39
Electric 39
Gas 39
Drive motor and blower 39
Control thermistor 40
Electronic control board 4 0
Airflow 40
Airflow electric dryers 4 0
Airflow gas dryers 4 1
Airflow problems 42
Restrictions 42
Air leaks 42
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Short unrestricted vents 42
Electrical operation (Electric dryers models) 42- 44
Electronic control board circuits 43
Drive motor circuit 4 3
T emperature sensing circuit 4 3
The heating circuit 44
Drying time 44
Electrical Operation (Gas Dryers Models) 44 - 47
Electronic control board circuits 45
Drive motor circuit 4 5
T emperature sensing circuit 4 5
The heating circuit 45
Drying time 46
SECTION F - TROUBLESHOOTING FLOW CHARTS 48 - 56
Electric dryer completely inoperative 49
Gas dryer completely inoperative 50
Electric and gas dryers; blower motor runs but drum does not turn 5 1
Electric and gas dryers; longer than normal drying times 5 1
Electric dryer not heating properly 52
Gas dryer not heating properly 5 3
Electric and gas dryers; dryer over heating 5 3
Electric dryers; blower motor runs but dryer does not heat 5 4
Gas dryers; blower motor runs but dryer does not heat 5 5
Electric and Gas dryers; clothes not dry in auto cycle 5 6
SECTION G - TEARDOWN 57 - 71
Removing the top panel 57
Removing the console drip rail 57
Removing the front panel 57
Removing the electronic control and display 58
Removing the console 59
Removing the console front panel with touch pad 60
Removing the door 60
Separating the door panel 60
Removing the door seal 60
Removing the door handle 61
Removing the door strike 6 1
Removing the door hinge 61
Removing the door catch 6 1
Removing the door switch 6 1
Removing the sensor bars 6 2
Replacing the drum light bulb 62
Replacing the drum light housing 6 2
Replacing the drum light socket 6 2
Replacing the felt seal 63
Replacing the foam seal 63
Removing the rear vent 63
Releasing the dryer belt 63
Removing the vane from the drum 64
Removing the drum 64
Removing the belt 64
Removing the hitch ball from the drum 65
Removing the teflon glides 65
Removing the drum heat shield (Electric dryers) 6 5
Removing the hitch 65
Removing the high limit thermostat 66
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Removing the thermal limiter (Electric dryers) 6 6
Removing the heating element assembly (Electric dryers) 6 6
Removing the control thermistor 6 6
Removing the blower housing and fan blade 67
Removing the idler pulley 68
Removing the idler pulley assembly 68
Removing the drive motor 6 8
Removing the burner (Gas dryers) 6 8
Removing the ignitor (Gas dryers) 6 8
Removing the gas valve assembly (Gas dryers) 6 9
Removing the gas valve coils (Gas dryers) 6 9
Removing the sensor (Gas dryers) 7 0
Removing the combustion chamber (Gas dryers) 7 0
Removing the duct and heat shield (Gas dryers) 7 0
Removing the manifold pipe (Gas dryers) 7 0
Removing the vent pipe (Gas dryers) 7 1
Removing the gasket between the vent pipe and blower housing 71
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1. Serial nameplate location: on the front
panel at the left side of the dryer door
opening.
2. Serial number breakdown.
3. T ech sheet location
Front console models: on the right-hand
bodyside behind the front panel
and inside rear access panel.
X D 3 2 3 0 4 2 4 7
Incremented unit number
Production week
Last digit of production year
Product identification
Manufacturing Facility
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Failure codes:
Display shows: F 04
Display shows: F 01
Indicates: An internal fault in the control.
Correction: Touch the Stop/Clear pad. If the dis-
play continues to display F 01 or if the
code returns when the dryer is re-
started, replace the control.
Display shows: F 02
Indicates: Control temperature sensor open or
shorted.
Correction: Removed the wires from the control
temperature sensor and measure the
resistance of the sensor. If the meter
does not read 50,000 Ohms +/- 10%
replace the sensor. If the meter reading
is within 10% of 50,000 Ohms, check
the wiring between the electronic con-
trol board and the sensor. If the wiring
is good, replace the electronic control
board.
Indicates: The drying time has exceeded the pro-
gram time for that cycle.
Correction: Touch the Stop/Clear pad. Program the
dry for a NORMAL CYCLE with HIGH
HEA T and touch ST ART . Check for anything that would extend the dry time
such as:
1. Dryer not heating.
2. Restricted vent.
3. Blower fan blade broken or loose.
4. Dryer installed in a closet with a
solid door.
5. Bad connect in sensor bar circuit or
dirty sensor bars.
If the dryer operates normally but the
F 04 code returns, replace the control.
Display shows: F 03
Indicates: No heat
Correction: Touch the Stop/Clear pad to clear the
F 03. Program the dry for a NORMAL
CYCLE with HIGH HEAT and touch
START. Measure the voltage drop
across the terminals of relay RL 2 on
the electronic control board. If the meter
reads 240 VAC on electric models or
120 VAC on gas models, replace the
electronic control board. If the meter
reads zero, remove power from the dryer
and disconnect the black wire electric
models and orange wire gas models
from the relay. Reconnect power and
measure the voltage drop between red
wire on the relay RL 2 to neutral. If the
meter reads zero, the wire between the
incoming line and relay RL 2 is open. If
the meter reads 120 VAC, check the
rest of the heating circuit as described
in the trouble shooting section.
Display shows: F 05
Indicates: A problem with the key pad.
Correction: Disconnect the keypad ribbon from the
control and reconnect the ribbon. Try
all keypad switches to see they all function correctly . If they do not, try cleaning the end of the ribbon with a soft cotton cloth. Reinstall the ribbon and program the dryer to operate. If the code,
reoccurs replace the touch pad.
Note: See control removal instruction on
how to disconnect ribbon.
On line test:
T o start the test programs, remove power from the dryer .
Reconnect power to the dryer and within 10 seconds
press and hold the temp and the stop pads for at least 2
seconds, then release. The control is now in the test
function.
1. After activation, the WRINGLE RID icon should be
on.
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2. Touch the start pad and the test will advance to
the HEA T test. (H) will appear in the display, the
drive motor will run and the electric heating element
or gas burner will operate depending on the model.
3. Retouch the start pad and the test will advance to
the AIR FLUFF test. (AF) will appear in the
display and the drive motor will run.
4. Retouch the start pad and the test will advance to
the AUT O DRY MOISTURE COUNTS test. The
AUTO DRY icon will illuminate and a number will
appear in the display . Open the door , place your
hand against the sensor bars and the amount of
the number in the display should go down.
5. Retouch the start pad and the test will advance to
the MEMBRANE test. The display will be blank.
Press each cycle pad and the LEDs should light.
6. Retouch the start pad and the test will advance to
the COOL DOWN test. The COOL DOWN icon will
illuminate and a number will appear in the display
and the drive motor will run.
7. Retouch the start pad and the test will advance to
the TIME DRY test. The TIME DRY icon will
illuminate and a number will appear in the display .
The drive motor will run and the electric heating
element or gas burner will operate depending on the
model.
Press Start to repeat the test. T o remove the dryer from
the test mode, disconnect power to the dryer or press
and hold the stop and cycle pads for at least 2 seconds
then release.
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SPECIFICATION
Electrical
Volts 120/208 or 120/240
Amps (circuit)
Motor wattage
Heat input (Watts @ 240 VAC)
Heat input (BTU/Hr.)
Auto. Elec. Ignition
Drum
Size (Cu. Ft.)
Finish
R.P.M.
Airflow CFM
DRUM TEMPERATURES (Max.
opening on 1st cycle)
High
Medium
Low
Dimension (Inches)
Height (Stack Models)
Width
Depth
ELECTRIC MODELS
120/208 or 120/240
30
160-350 Watts
3200/4500
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5.7
Power Paint Epoxy
48 - 54
200
145° - 190°
140° - 180°
135° - 175°
35 1/4”
26 7/8”
27”
GAS MODELS
120
15
160-350 Watts
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20,000
Yes
5.7
Power Paint Epoxy
48 - 54
200
145° - 190°
140° - 180°
135° - 170°
35 1/4”
26 7/8”
27”
Vent Capability**
T op Finish
Port Opening (Sq. In.)
** Electric dryers can be vented four ways: through back, bottom, right or left side.
** Gas dryers can be vented three ways: through back, bottom, or right side.
4-Way
Power Paint Enamel
235
±
±
±
±
±
3-Way
Power Paint Enamel
235
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Component Resistances*
Drive motor (120 volt, 60 Hz, 1/4 h.p. 1725 rpm)
Motor Start Winding
Motor Run Winding
Heating Element
Control Thermistor
Burner Assembly
Ignitor
Secondary Coil
Booster Coil
* +/- 10% @ 77° F
Electric Models
4.5 Ohms
3.8 Ohms
12.8 Ohms
50,000 Ohms
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Gas Models
4.5 Ohms
3.8 Ohms
50,000 Ohms
50 - 400 Ohms
1200 Ohms
1320 Ohms
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SAMPLE WIRING DIAGRAM FOR ELECTRIC MODELS
CAUTION: DISCONNECT ELECTRIC CURRENT BEFORE SERVICING. LABEL ALL WIRES PRIOR TO
DISCONNECTION WHEN SERVICING CONTROLS. WIRING ERRORS CAN CAUSE IMPROPER AND
DANGEROUS OPERA TION. VERIFY PROPER OPERA TION AFTER SERVICING .
50K
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SAMPLE WIRING DIAGRAM FOR GAS MODELS
CAUTION: DISCONNECT ELECTRIC CURRENT BEFORE SERVICING. LABEL ALL WIRES PRIOR TO
DISCONNECTION WHEN SERVICING CONTROLS. WIRING ERRORS CAN CAUSE IMPROPER AND
50K
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SECTION A - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Before Operating Your Dryer
Read your dryer Use and Care Guide. It has impor-
tant safety and warranty information. It also has many
suggestions for best drying results.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock
or injury to persons, read the IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS in your dryer Use and Care Guide before
operating this appliance.
Operating Steps
Read “Drying Procedures” in your Use and Care Guide.
It explains these operating steps in detail.
1. Prepare items for drying.
2. Check that lint screen is clean and in place.
3. Load the dryer. If desired, add a dryer fabric sof tener
sheet. Close the door.
4. Press CYCLES until desired cycle is selected. Suit-
able drying temperature, dryness level and options
will automatically be displayed. To change these
settings, press TEMPS, DRYNESS and OPTIONS
until the desired selections are made. Those adjustments to the cycle will automatically be remembered
each time that cycle is selected.
Note: To provide the best care for your laundry
items, not all temperatures, dryness levels
and options are available with all cycles.
7. Add desired features by pressing symbols for
· Control Lock
· End-of-Cycle Signal
· Time Dry
8. Press START to begin cycle.
· To pause the cycle, press STOP/CLEAR
once. “P AU” will flash alternately with the
time remaining display . To resume the cycle,
press ST ART again.
· To stop or clear the cycle, press STOP/
CLEAR twice.
9. A signal will sound near the end of the cycle and
periodically during Press Saver when the signal option is selected. When the cycle ends, remove items
immediately and hang or fold.
10. Clean lint screen after every load.
Cycle Selection
5. T o select or delete Press Saver and Air Fluff/No Heat,
press OPTIONS until the flashing light indicates a
desired option. Then press SELECT to add or delete
the option.
6. If you wish to return to the factory settings, press and
hold “CYCLES” and “OPTIONS” at the same time for
5 seconds and release. The display will show two
dashes for a few seconds indicating that the factory
settings have been selected.
For best results, follow the fabric care label instructions
on items to be dried.
Auto Dry cycles take the guesswork out of drying time.
The load will automatically be dried at the selected temperature to the desired dryness level. The dryer senses
the moisture level of the load as it tumbles through heated
air. Auto Dry cycles save time and energy and protect
fabrics.
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When the load has reached the selected dryness level,
it will continue to tumble, unheated, during a Cool Down
period. This helps reduce wrinkling and makes items
easier to handle during unloading.
Drying time varies depending on size and dampness of
load and fabric type. Room temperature and humidity ,
type of installation and electrical voltage or gas pressure
can also affect drying time.
The following will be displayed during an Auto Dry cycle:
· The Estimated Drying time for the cycle selected
will be displayed for approximately 5 minutes.
Cycle Adjustments
A suitable drying temperature and dryness level will automatically be displayed for the cycle selected. To
change settings, press TEMPS and DRYNESS until the
desired selections are made. These adjustments to the
cycle will automatically be remembered each time that
cycle is selected.
Temperature Selection
For best results, follow the fabric care label instructions
on items to be dried. Select the temperature setting most
suitable for each load.
· The “Ad” is displayed until the Estimated Drying Time
for your specific load has been determined.
· The cycle status will change from “Auto Dry” to “Cool
Down” while the load is being tumbled without heat.
· “dn” is displayed when the cycle is done.
· If the Press Saver option has been selected, the
load will continue to tumble without heat. The cycle
status will change to “Press Saver” and “dn” will be
displayed.
Normal
Select this Auto Dry cycle for cotton items.
Quick
Select this Timed Dry cycle to quickly dry a small load
made up of just a few items. (Auto Dry is not available with
this cycle.)
Towels
Select this Auto Dry cycle for towel loads.
To avoid fire hazard, do not use heat to dry
items containing feathers or down, foam rubber, plastics,
or similarly textured, rubber-like materials. Use the Air
Fluff-No Heat cycle only.
High is recommended for sturdy fabrics.
Medium is recommended for wrinkle free, permanent
press and lightweight fabrics.
Medium-Low is recommended for most knits.
Low is recommended for delicate fabrics.
Note : To prevent shrinkage, every temperature is
not available with every cycle.
Dryness Selection
Select Normal Dry for most loads.
Occasionally a load may seem too damp or over-dried at
the end of the cycle. To increase drying time for similar
loads in the future, select More Dry. For loads requiring
less drying time, select Less Dry.
Perm Press
Select this Auto Dry cycle for permanent press items.
Knits / Delicates
Select this Auto Dry cycle for knit and delicate items.
Touch Up
Select Touch Up to help remove wrinkles from clean and
dry items that were not taken from the dryer at the end of
the cycle, have been stored in crowded closets or
drawers, or unpacked from luggage following a trip. It
provides approximately 10 minutes of low heat tumbling
followed by a 5-minute cool down period.
Select Damp Dry for items you wish to partially dry
before hanging or ironing. Select the temperature most
suitable for the load.
Note : To prevent over-drying, every dryness level
is not available with every cycle.
Cycle Options
Press Saver
If the dried load cannot be removed promptly at the end
of the cycle, unheated tumbling continues for approximately 30 minutes to help reduce wrinkling. When the
signal is selected, it will beep briefly approximately every
15
4 minutes as a reminder to remove the load. The dried
load can be removed at any time during Press Saver.
No Heat
sensor.
· F 03 - There may be a problem with the heater
system.
This option provides up to 30 minutes of tumbling without
heat and can only be selected in the Timed Dry cycle.
Use it to dry items containing feathers or down, foam
rubber, plastics or similarly textured, rubber-like materials, to freshen clothing, pillows or blankets, or to dust
draperies.
Dryer Features
Control Lock
To prevent accidental operation of the dryer or alteration
of the cycle settings, press and hold the lock symbol until
you hear 3 beeps and “LOC” is displayed. To cancel,
press and hold the lock symbol until “LOC” is no longer
displayed.
Signal
A signal will sound at the end of the cycle and periodically
during Press Saver. Press the signal symbol to select
one of three volume levels or turn off the signal. This
selection will be programmed until you change it.
Timed Dry
· F 04 - The dryer may have run too long. Clean the
lint filter and be sure the vent is not blocked before
calling for service.
· F 05 - There may be a problem with the keypad.
Use this feature to manually select the drying time for any
load. Select the temperature desired. You will not be
able to select a cycle or dryness level.
NOTE: Timed Dry is required when using the No
Heat option.
Press TIMED DRY to select 45 minutes of drying time.
The time will increase 5 minutes each time TIMED DRY
is pressed. The maximum drying time is approximately
110 minutes. If you desire less than 45 minutes, you
must advance beyond the 110 minute mark to start again
at 15 minutes.
Error Codes
If the dryer stops and the F 01, F 02, F 03, F 04 or F 05
error code is flashing in the display, press STOP/CLEAR,
select a cycle and press START. If the error code
appears again, call for service to correct the problem.
· F 01 - There may be an internal problem with the
control.
· F 02 - There may be a problem with the temperature
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Dryer settings reference chart
A V AILABLE CYCLE SETTING - These temperatures, dryness levels and opions available with the following
cycles.
Normal Quick** Towels Perm Press Knits/Delicates Touch Up** Timed Dry
Temperatures
High * X * X * X X
Medium X X X * X X * X
Medium Low X X X X X X
Low X * X * X X
Dryness Level
More Dry X * X X
Normel Dry * X X * X X
Less Dry X X X * X
Damp Dry X X X
Options
Press Saver * X X X * X * X * X X
Air Fluff- X
No Heat
* Factory setting
** Timed Dry cycle only
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SECTION B - OWNERS GUIDE
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 loss of 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 gas supplier.
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 is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts
you to hazards that can kill or hurt you or others. All
safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert
symbol and the word "DANGER" or "WARNING". These
words mean:
DANGER
you don't follow instructions.
you don't follow instructions.
All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell
you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell
you what can happen if the instructions are not
followed.
Pedestal
A pedestal accessory specifically designed for this dryer
may be used when elevating the dryer for ease of use.
Failure to use accessories certified by the manufacturer
could result in personal injury, property damage or
damage to the dryer.
You will be killed or seriously injured if
You can be killed or seriously injured if
Important Safety Instructions
Read all instructions before using this dryer.
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock,
or injury to persons when using this dryer, comply with
the basic warnings listed below.
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. These substances give off vapors
that could ignite or explode.
To prevent fire, do not use heat to dry
items containing plastic, foam rubber or similarly textured
rubber-like materials, or items containing feathers or
down. Use Air Fluff (No Heat) only.
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
excessive amount of lint build-up in these areas could
result in inefficient drying and possible fire. See Care
and Cleaning.
Do not operate the dryer if the lint screen
is blocked, damaged or missing. Fire hazard,
overheating and damage to fabrics can occur. If your
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dryer has a drying rack, always replace the lint screen
Grounding type
w
grounding plug
when finished using the drying rack.
GAS DRYERS:
Keep area around the exhaust opening
and surrounding areas free from the accumulation of lint,
dust and dirt.
Do not obstruct the flow of ventilating air.
Do not stack or place laundry or throw rugs against the
front or back of the dryer.
Do not spray any type of aerosol into, on
or near dryer at any time.
Do not use fabric softeners or products to
eliminate static unless recommended by the manufacturer
of the fabric softener or product.
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.
This Use and Care 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 Use & Care Guide
and the Operating Instructions card included with your
dryer.
all receptacle
Do not under
any circumstances
cut, remove,
or bypass
the grounding prong
from this plug.
Power supply
cord with 3-prong
CORRECT
Use this way ONLY
Note: The instructions appearing in this Owner's Guide
are not meant to cover every possible condition and
situation that may occur. Common sense and caution
must be practiced when installing, operating and
maintaining any appliance.
Protect Children
Do not allow children to play on or in the
dryer. Close supervision of children is necessary when
the dryer is used near children. As children grow, teach
them the proper, safe use of all appliances.
Avoid fire hazard or electrical shock. Do
not use an adaptor plug or extension cord or remove
grounding prong from electrical power cord. Failure to
follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire or death.
ELECTRIC DRYERS:
14-30R
DRYER
FUSED 30 AMP
120/240 V OR
120/208 V
WALL
RECEPTACLE
Use this way ONLY
DRYER
SERVICE
CORD
CORRECT
Destroy the carton, plastic bag and other
packing materials after the dryer is unpacked. 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.
Prevent Injury
To prevent shock hazard and assure
stability during operation, the dryer must be installed and
electrically grounded by a qualified service person in
accordance with local codes. Installation instructions are
packed in the dryer for the installer's reference. Refer to
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for detailed grounding
procedures. If the dryer is moved to a new location, have
it checked and reinstalled by a qualified service person.
To prevent personal injury or damage to
the dryer, the electrical power cord of a gas dryer must
be plugged into a properly grounded and polarized 3prong 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.
• Always read and follow fabric care labels and
laundry product labels.
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical
shock, or injury to persons, read Important Safety
Instructions before operating this dryer.
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:
• All repairs and servicing must be performed by
an authorized servicer unless specifically
recommended in this Owner's Guide. Use only
authorized factory parts.
• Do not tamper 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 an overheated situation
(electric dryers only). A service technician must replace
the thermal limiter switch after correcting the fault.
1. 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 sheds lint, turn it inside
out.
• Be sure buckles, buttons and trim are heatproof
and won't damage the drum finish. Close
zippers, fasten hooks and Velcro®-like
fasteners. Tie strings and sashes to 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.
• Place small items in a mesh bag to prevent
tangling and for easy removal.
Failure to comply with these warnings could result
in serious personal injuries.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Drying Procedures
• Follow the guidelines below for preparing the load for
drying.
• Read the Operating Instructions card for operating
your specific model.
2. Check that lint screen is clean and in place.
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3. Load the dryer.
• The average load will fill the drum 1/3 to 1/2 full.
Items need room to tumble freely for even
drying and less wrinkling. Do not overload
dryer.
• To resume the cycle, press START again
.
• To stop the dryer, press STOP/CLEAR twice.
Two dashes will be displayed for
approximately thirty seconds.
6. When the cycle ends, remove items immediately
and hang or fold. If load is removed before the cycle
ends, press STOP/CLEAR twice to cancel the cycle.
Features
End of Cycle Signal
A signal will sound at the end of the cycle and periodically
during Press Saver at the volume level selected. (some
models)
Drum Light (some models)
• When drying large items, dry only 2 or 3 at a
time. Fill out the load with small and medium
sized items.
• For delicate 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 can cause
wrinkling, shrinkage, harshness, and a build-up
of static electricity, which can produce more
lint.
• If desired, add a dryer fabric softener sheet.
4. Close the dryer door and set dryer controls
(some models).
See Operating Instructions card for your specific
model imformation.
5. Start the dryer.
A drum light will come on whenever the door is opened
to illuminate the dryer drum during loading and
unloading. Closing the door turns off the light.
Reversible Dryer Door
Your dryer is equipped 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. Place the
front bar under the lip of the lint screen opening.
• Press START.
• To change selections after the cycle has
started, press STOP/CLEAR twice. Make
changes and restart dryer.
• To add or remove items when the dryer is
running, press STOP/CLEAR once to pause
the dryer. "PAU" will be displayed. The dryer
will always stop when the door is opened.
Allow the drum to come to a complete stop
before reaching inside.
3. Place items to be dried on top of the rack. Weight
should not exceed 10 lbs. Leave space between
items, but do not let items hang over the sides or
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through the grids. Do not tumble other items when
using the drying rack.
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
4. Select a timed dry. Use only the Air Fluff (no heat)
damage to the dryer.
temperature setting for items containing plastic,
foam rubber, rubber-like materials, feathers or down.
Common Drying Problems
Many drying problems involve poor cleaning results, poor soil and stain removal, residues of lint and scum, and
fabric damage. For satisfactory drying results, follow these suggestions provided by The Soap and Detergent
Association.
PROBLEM
Greasy, oily
stains
Lint
Pilling
(Fibers break
off, ball up
and cling to
fabric.)
POSSIBLE CAUSES
• Fabric softener sheet.
• Overloading.
• Overdrying causes
static electricity.
• Lint screen not clean
when cycle began.
• Lint is attached to
"pills."
• Pilling is normal with
synthetic and
permanent press
fabrics. This is due to
abrasion from normal
wear.
SOLUTIONS
• Rub fabric softener stains
with bar soap. Rinse and
rewash.
• Reduce load size and
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.
• Use a lint brush or shaver
to remove pills.
PREVENTIVE MEASURES
• Add a few bath towels to small
loads for proper tumbling.
• Some "silk-like" fabrics should
be air dried.
• Use proper drying temperature.
• Place fabric softener sheet on
top of load before starting the
dryer.
• Do not overload dryer.
• Use fabric softener in washer or
dryer to reduce static electricity.
• Remove items when they are
slightly damp to avoid
overdrying.
• Check that lint screen is clean
and in place.
• Use fabric softener to lubricate
fibers.
• When ironing, use spray starch
or fabric finish on collars and
cuffs.
• Turn items inside out to reduce
abrasion.
Shrinking
Wrinkling
• Overdrying.
• Overloading.
• Leaving items in dryer
after cycle ends.
• Irreversible condition.
• Reduce load size and
tumble at medium or low
heat for 5-10 minutes.
• Remove items
immediately. Hang or fold.
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• Follow fabric care label
directions.
• If shrinking is a concern, check
load often.
• Remove items while slightly
damp and hang or lay flat to
complete drying.
• Block knits into shape.
• Do not overload dryer.
• Remove items as soon as cycle
ends.