Frigidaire FLSG72GCTB, FLSG72GCSB, FLSE72GCTC, FLSE72GCSC, FLEB43RGS2 Owner’s Manual

Drying Procedures

Followfabric care labelinstructions.

• Follow the guidelines below for preparing the load for drying.

• Read the Dryer Operating Instructions, pages 19-20, 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, pages 2-4, before operating this dryer.

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®-Iike fasteners. Tie
strings and sashesto prevent snagging and tangling.

If possible, turn pockets inside out for even drying.
Check for stainswhich 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.

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Place small items in a mesh bag.

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Check that lint screen is clean and in place.

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 lesswrinkling. Do not overload dryer.
When drying large items, dry only 2 or 3at a time. 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.

Donot 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.

Close the dryer door and set dryer controls (some models).
See Dryer Operating Instructions card for your specific model controls.

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5. Turn cycle selector clockwise to the desired setting.

Start the dryer.

Turn Start control clockwise to ON. Hold for 1-2 seconds and release.

Filldryer drum 1/3to 1/2full. 7.

To add or remove items when the dryer isrunning, open the door. The dryer
will always stop when the door is opened.

Allow the drum to come to a complete stop before reaching inside.

When the cycle ends, remove items immediately and hang
or fold. If load is removed before the cycle ends, turn cycle selector to OFF.

Features

Use the drying rack to dry items which shoulc

not be tumbled.

Cycle Signal Control (some models)

When the Cycle Signal Control isON, asignal will sound at the end of eachcycle and

during the PressSaver setting (some models). The volume is adjustable on 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.

Drying Rack (some models)

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

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

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2. Insertdrying rack intothe dryer drum. Placethe front bar under the lip ofthe lint

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screen opening.

3. Placeitems to be dried on top of 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. Selectatimed dry setting best suited for items being dried. Useonly the Air Fluff
(no heat)temperature setting for itemscontaining 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
isnot in place, tumbling itemscould enter the exhaust system and cause damage

to the dryer.

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.)

Shrinking

POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE MEASURES

• Fabric softener sheet. • Rubfabric softener stains with bar soap. • Add afew bath towels to small loads for proper

•Overloading.

• Overdrying causes static
electricity.

• Lint screen not clean when
cycle began.

• Lint isattached to "pills."

• Pilling is normal with synthetic
and permanent press fabrics.

This isdue to abrasion from

normal wear.

,Overdrying.

Rinseand rewash, tumbling.

• 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.

• Irreversible condition. • Follow fabric care label directions.

• 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.

• If shrinking is a concern, check load often.

• Remove items while slightly damp.

• Block knits into shape.

• Layflat to complete drying.

Wrinkling

• Overloading.

• Leaving items in dryer after
cycle ends.

• Reduce load size and tumble at medium • Do not overload dryer.
or low heat for 5-10 minutes. • Remove items as soon as cycle ends.

• Remove items immediately. Hang or fold.

Care and Cleaning

_To reduce risk of fire or serious injury to personsor property, comply

with the basic warnings listed in Important Safety Instructions, pages 2-4, and
those listed below.

• Before cleaning the washer or 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 the Washer

• Remove items from the washer as soon as the cycle ends. Excesswrinkling,
color transfer, and odors may develop in items left in the washer.

Dry the washer top, the area around the lid opening, and the underside of the
lid. These areas should always be dry before the lid is closed.

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

Clean lint screen after every load.

Wash lint screenoccasionally.

Use care with laundry

products. They can damage finish on

the laundry center.

When extremely soiled items have been washed, a dirty residue may remain on

the tub. Removethis by wiping the tub with a nonabrasive household cleanser.

Rinsethoroughly with water.

The agitator or tub may become stained from fabric dye. Clean these parts with

a nonabrasive household cleanser. This prevents dye transfer to future loads.

Inside the Dryer

• Clean the dryer lint screen after every load. Lint build-up in the screen restricts

air flow, which causeslonger drying times. The screen is located at the bottom
of the door opening. Remove by pulling straight up. Removethe lint and replace

the screen.

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

• When laundering is completed, wipe cabinet with a damp cloth. Turn water
faucets off to prevent pressure build-up in the hoses.

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

abrasive cleansers. If the cabinet becomes stained, cleanwith diluted chlorine
bleach [1/2 cup (120 ml) in 1quart (.95 L)water]. Rinseseveral times with clear

water.
Removeglue residue from tape or labelswith a mixture of warm water and mild

detergent. Or, touch residue with the sticky side of the tape or label.

Before moving the laundry center, place a strip of cardboard or thin

fiberboard under the front leveling legs to prevent floor damage.