Frigidaire FEQ1442FE0, FGQ1442FE0, FGQB4000FS2, LEQ1452KS0, FEQB4000F Use & Care Manual

DRYER

SECADORA

Table of Contents

DryerWarranty ............................................................................... 2

IMPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS .......................................... 3

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

Common Drying Problems ............................................................ 5

Care and Cleaning ..................................................................... 5

Avoid Service Checklist ................................................................ 6

Espahol ...................................................................................... 7-12

Garantia ........................................................................................... 7

INSTRUCCIONES IMPORTANTESPARA LA SEGURIDAD ......... 8-9

Procedimientos para elsecado ...................................................... 9

Caracteristicas ............................................................................. 10

Problemas comunes del secado .................................................. 10

Cuidadoy limpieza ...................................................................... 11

Evitar Ilamadas de servicio ...................................................... 12

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Product Registration
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dryer. Thisowner's guide will

explain proper operation and care.

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Theself-addressed PRODUCT
REGISTRATIONCARD should be

filled in completely, signed and

returned.

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Read and Save These Instructions

Record Your Model and Serial Numbers

Record below the model and serial numbers found on the dryer serial plate
located on the left sideof the door opening. Keep these numbers for future

reference.

Anote su N(lmero de Modelo y de Serie

Anote a continuaciOn el nOmero de modelo y de serie que se encuentran en
la plata de serie situada en el interior de la puerta de la secadora. Conserve

estos nOmeros para referencia futura.

Model Number:
N(Jmero de Mode!o:

Serial Number:

N(Jmero de Serie:
Purchase Date:

Fecha de compra:

P/N 134674100A (00606)

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 in
accordance 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, or for 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, air filters, 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 PRODUCT

REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN. CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES,
INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE
LIMITED 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 AS
PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN
LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY. SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE
EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LIMITATIONS ON THE
DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THESE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY 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 Keep your receipt, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment record to establish the warranty period

Service should 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.

This warranty only applies in the USA and Canada. tn the USA, your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Major Appliances
North America, a division of Electrolux Home Products, Inc. In Canada, your appliance is warranted 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.

USA

1.800.944.9044
EIectrolux Major Appliances

North America
RO. Box 212378

Augusta, GA 30907

Electrolux

Canada

1.800.668.4606

ElectroIux Canada Corp.

5855 Terry Fox Way

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

L5V 3E4

explosionortopreventpropertydamage,personalinjuryorlossoflife.

Foryoursafety,theinformationinthismanualmustbefollowedtominimizetheriskoffireor

Donotstoreorusegasolineorotherflammablevaporsandliquidsinthevicinityofthisoranyother
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 cail your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.

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,
Insta%tion Instructions and on your appliance. Always
read and obey all safety messages.

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:

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

This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to

seriously injured if yo_on'tfollow

You wii] be ki ed or

instructions.

You can be killed or

seriously injured if 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.

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 included
with your dryer.

Pedestal
A pedestal accessory, Model No.

NLPWD15, 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 persona]

injury, property damage or damage to

the dryer.

Important Safety Instructions ;AVE THESEINSTRUCTIONS

Read all instructions before using this dryer.

[]Failure to comply witt_ tt_ese warnings could result in serious personal injuries.

Prevent Fire

I_ Do not dry items ti_at have been previously cleaned in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, cleaning solvents, kerosene, waxes, etc. Do

not store tt_ese items on or near the dryer. Tt_esesubstances give off vapors that could ignite or explode. ?
could cause a load to catch fire. I

I_ Do not dry articles containing rubber, plastic or similar materials such as 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.

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

your dryer has a drying rack, always replace the lint screen wt]en finished using the drying rack.

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

___ Do not spray any type of aerosol into, on or near dryer at any time.
I_ 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 tt]ese warnings could result in fire, explosion, serious bodily injury and/or damage to the rubber or plastic parts of the dryer.

Protect Children

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

I_ 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 st]eets can become airtight chambers.

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

Prevent Injury

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

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.

electrical shock or injury.

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

the drum.

• Aft 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 wtqere 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.

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

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons when using this dryer, comply with the basic warnings listed below.

Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer. Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that

Clean the lint screen before or after each load. The interior of the dryer, lint screen housing and exhaust duct should be cleaned

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

- Risk of Fire - A clothes dryer produces combustible lint. The dryer must be connected to an exhaust outdoors. Regularly inspect

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

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

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.

To prevent shock hazard and assure stability duBng operation, the dryer must be installed and electdcally grounded by a qualified

To prevent personal injury or damage to the dryer, the electrical power cord of a gas dryer must be plugged into a properly grounded

ALWAYS disconnect the dryer from the electrical supply before attempting any service or cleaning. Faihre to do so carl result in

To prevent injury, do not reach into the dryer if the drum is moving. Wait until the dryer has stopped completely before reaching into

To prevent injury and damage to the dryer:

3 Printed in U.S.A.

Avoidfire
hazardorelectricalshock.
Donotuseanadaptor
plugorextensioncordor
removegroundingprong

fromelectricalpower
cord.Failuretofollowthis

warningcancauseserious
injury,fireordeath.

Follow fabric care label instructions.

14-30R

FUSED3OAMP
12G/240VOR
120/208VWALL

Grounding type GAS DRYERS:

ELECTRICDRYERS:

CORRECT DRYER SERVICE

wall receptacle

any circumstances
cut, remove,

or bypass
the grounding pron

CORRECT Use this way ONLY

grounding plug

Drying Procedures

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

* 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.

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 Vekro®-Nke fasteners. Tie strings 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.

Place small items in a mesh bag to prevent tangling and for easy removal.

Note: The instructions
appearing in this Use and

Care 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.

Place small items in a mesh bag.

Fill dryer drum 113to 112 full.

Place the front bar under

the lip of the lint screen opening.

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

Load the dryer.

* The average load will fill the drum 113to 112 full. Items need room to tumble freely for

even drying and less wrinkling. Do not overload dryer.

* 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 Nnt-free towels for better drying, less wrinkNng,

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 select the cycle, temperature, dryness level and options
desired. See Operating Instructions for your specific model information.

5. Press

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

START to begin the cycle.

To add or remove items when the dryer is running open the door. The dryer will stop
when the door is opened. Allow the drum to come to a complete stop before

reaching inside.
Close the door and press START to resume 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)

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 Nght.

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 Nnt screen.

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

3. Place items to be dried on top of the rack. Weight should not exceed 10 Ibs. Leave space

between items, but do not let items hang over the 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-Nke materials, feathers or down.

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

4

Clean lint screen after every load.

Care and Cleaning

To reduce risk of fire or serious injury to persons or property, comply with

the basic warnings listed in/mportant Safety Instructions and those listed below.

o

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

o

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

Inside

Clean the lint screen after every load. Lint build-up in the screen restricts air flow,

which causes longer drying times. The screen is located at the bottom of the door

opening. Remove by pulling straight up. Remove the 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 a waxy build-up may form on the lint screen from using dryer-added
fabric softener sheets. To remove this build-up, wash the lint screen in warm, soapy
water. Dry thoroughly and replace. Do not operate the dryer without the lint screen in

place.

If the dryer drum becomes stained from noncolorfast fabrics, clean the 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 areas can collect lint and dust over time. An excessive amount of

lint build-up could result in inefficient drying and possible fire hazard.

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.

Do not store or place laundry products

on top of dryer at any time. They can

damage the finish or controls.

Remove glue residue from tape or labels with a mixture of warm water and mild

detergent. Or, touch residue with the sticky side of the tape or label.
Before moving the dryer, place a strip of cardboard or thin fiberboard under the

front leveling legs to prevent damage to floor.

Common Drying Problems

Marly drying problems irwolve 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 POSSIBLECAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVEMEASURES

Greasy, oily , Fabric softener sheet. , Rub fabric softener stains with bar soap. , Add a few bath towels to small loads for

stains Rinse and rewast_, proper tumbling.

Lint , Overloading. , Reduce load size and rewast_ using liquid , Do not overload dryer.

Pilling _ Pilling is normal with _ Use fabric softener to lubricate fibers.

(Fibers break off, syntPietic and permanent _ Use a lint brustq or stqaverto remove pills, o Wtqen ironing, use spray starch or fabric finish
ball up and cling press fabrics. This is due to on collars and cuffs.

to fabric.) - abrasion from normal wear. _ Turn items inside out to reduce abrasion.

Shrinking _ Overdrying. _ Irreversible condition. _ Follow fabric care label directions.

Wrinkling _ Overloading. _ Reduce load size and tumble at medium or o Do not overload dryer.

o Overdrying causes static fabric softener in the final rinse, o Use fabric softener in wastqer or dryer to

electricity. _ Or, add a fabric softener sheet and tumble reduce static electricity.
Lint screen not clean when without heat. _ Remove items wtqen they are slightly damp to

cycle beqan. _ Use lint brush or roller to remove lint. avoid overdrying.
Lint is attached to "pills." _ Check that lint _creen is clean and in place.

Leaving items in dryer after low heat for 5-10 minutes. * Remove items as soon as cycle ends.
cycle 6nds. * Remove items immediately. Hang or fold.

, Some "silk-like" fabrics should be air dried.
, Use proper drying temperature.

, Place fabric sotte_er sheet on top of load

before starting the dryer.

If shrinking is a concern, check load often.
Remove items wtqile slightly damp and hang or

lay flat to complete drying.
Block knits into stqape.

Avoid Service Beforecalling for service,reviewthis list. Itmaysaveboth time and exper_se.The list includes

Checklist

common occu rrences that are not the resuIt of defective workmanship or materials in th isdryer.

OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION

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

plugged in or plug may be loose.
House fuse blown or circuit breaker Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse.

tripped.

Thermal limiter tripped. Call authorized service person for replacement.

Dryerrunsbutwon'theat. There are 2 house fuses in the dryer Replace fuse.

circuit If 1 of the 2 fuses is blown, the
drum may turn but the heater will not

operate

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

Dryer does not have anough air supply See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

to support the burner flame (gas models).

LP gas supply tank is empty or there has Refill or replace tank.
been a utility interruption of natural gas

(gas models) Dryer should heat when utility service is restored

Make sure electrical line is not overloaded and the
dryer is on a separate circuit.

Drying cycle takes too long, Lint screen is clogged with lint Make sure all lint has been removed from the dryer lint
outsideofthedryerfeelstoo screen before starting each cycle.
hot or smells hot.

Exhaust duct requirements have not
been met.

Electric dryer is connected to a 208 volt Drying time will be 20% longer than drying on a 240

circuit, volt circuit.

Drying procedures have not been SeeDrying Procedures.

followed
Outside exhaust hood or exhaust duct Clean out any obstruction.

may 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. SeeDrying 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.

Exhaust duct must be at least 4 inches in diameter and
made 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.

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 permanently
attached items is not covered by the warranty.