Kenmore 41759022890 Owner’s Manual

I_i__ 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 toss 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 tn/to light any appliance

o 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,

Important Safety Instructions

Product Registration

Read all instructions before using this dryer.

Thank you for choosing this
dryer. This owner's guide will explain

proper operation and care

using this dryer, comply with the basic warnings listed below
[] Failureto comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries

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

Record Your Model and Serial

Numbers

Record below the model and serial
numbers found on the dryer serial

plate located on the left side of the
door opening Keep these numbers
for future reference

Model Number

Serial Number

Date of Purchase

Register Your Product

The self-addressed PRODUCT
REGISTRATION CARD should be

filled in completely, signed and
returned

Prevent Fire

_'v_ Do not dry items that have been previously cleaned in, soaked in, or

spottedwith gasoline,cleaning solvents, kerosene, cooking oils, waxes, etc Do not
store these items on or near the dryer These substances give off vapors that could

ignite or explode

Toprevent fire, do not useheat to dr,yitems containing plastic, foam

rubber or similarly textured rubber-like materials, or items containing feathers or
down UseAir 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 excessiveamount of lint build-up in

these areas could result in inefficient drying and possible fire See Care and
Cleaning, page 6

Do not operate the dryer if the liht screen is blocked, damaged or

missing. Firehazard, overheating and damage to fabrics can occur Ifyour dryer has
a drying rack, always replace the lint screen when finished using the drying rack

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

°1996 White Consolidated Industries, lnc

All rights reserved

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 andlor damage to the rubber or plastic parts of the dryer,

Printedin U SA

2

ThisOwner'sGuideprovidesgeneral
operatinginstructionsforyourdryer

italsocontainsinformationabout
featuresforseveralothermodels

Yourdryermaynothaveevery
featureincluded

Protect Children

Do not allow children to play on or in the dlIyer Close supervision of

children is necessarywhen the dryer isused near children As cllildren grow, teach

them the proper, safe use of all appliances

Usethedryeronlyasinstructedin
ttqisOwner'sGuideandthe

OperatingInstructionscard
includedwithyourdryer

[',,!_ Avoidfire hazardor
electrica!shockDonotuseanadaptor
plugor extensioncordor remove

groundingprongfromelectricalpower
cordFailuretofollowthiswarningcan
causeseriousinjury,fireordeath

ELECTRIC DRYERS:

14-30R

©

FUSED 30 AMP

120/240 V OR

120/208V

WALL

RECEPTACLE

Use this way ONLY

DRYER
SERVICE CORD

CORRECT

DRYER

Destroythe 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 isremoved from service or discarded, remove the

dryer door to prevent accidental entrapment

I_ Failureto 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

insta!ler's reference Referto INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONSfor detailed grounding

procedures tf the dryer is moved to a new location, have it checked and reinstalled
by a qualified serviceperson

To prevent personal injury or damage to the dryer, the electrical

power cord of agas dryer must be plugged into a properly 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

plugo

GAS DRYERS:

Grounding type
walI receptacle

SDo not under "--_
1 any circumstances l

j cut, remove, |

..."f_i_ or bypass |

_'- ::_ the grounding prong I

I _/_ Power supply _'
V cord with 3-pr6ng

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

grounding plug

CORRECT

Use this way ONLY

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 drier:

• 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 nottamper with controls

• Do not install or store the dryer where it wi!l be exposed to the weather

A thermal limiter switch automatically turns off the motor inthe 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

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Drying Procedures

Follow fabric care label instructions

o Follow the guidelines below for preparing the load for drying,
o Readthe 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, pages 2-3, before operating this dryer

1,

Prepare items for drying.
, Dry items of similar fabric, weight and construction in the same load

• Separate dark itemsfrom 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 havebeen removed in washing Dryerheat

may permanently set some stains Repeat stain removal process before

drying

o Placesmall items in a mesh bag to prevent tangling and for easy removal

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

Place small items in a mesh bag

3,

Load the dryer.

o Theaverage load will fill the drum t/3 to 1/2full Items need room to tumble

freely for even drying and lesswrinkling Do not overload dryer

o When drying large items, dryonly2or3atatime Fillouttheloadwithsmall

and medium sized items

o 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

o 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 controls

5. Turn cycle selector clockwise to the desired setting.

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Start the dryer.

• Turn the STARTknob clockwise to ON Hold for 1-2 seconds and release

• To add or remove itemswhen the dryer isrunning, open the door Thedryer

will always stop when the door isopened Allow the drum to come to a
complete stop before reaching inside

• To restart dryer, close the door then turn the STARTknob clockwise to ON

Hold for !-2 seconds and release

Fill dryer drum t/3 to t/2 full

When the cycle ends, remove items immediately and hang

or fold. tf load is removed before the cycle ends, turn cycle selector to OFF

Features Cycle Signal Control (some models)

When the Cycle Signal Control is ON, a signal will sound at the end of each cycle
and during the Press Saver setting (some models) The volume is adjustable on

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 light,

Reversible Dryer Door
Your dryer isequipped with areversible door The door can be hinged on the right

or left side Refer to the INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONSfor directions on changing
the door

Drying Rack (some models)
use the drying rack to dry items which should not be tumble dried,

t 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 10Ibs

Leavespacebetween 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 Selecta timed dry setting best suited for items being dried Useonly the Air Fluff

(no heat) temperature setting for items containing plastic, foam rubber,
rubber-like materials, feathers or down

Place the front bar under

the lip of the lint screen opening

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

Common Drying Problems

lvlany 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

Wrinkling

POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE MEASURES

• Fabric softener sheet ° Rub fabric softener stains with bar soap o Add a few bath towels to small loads for
Rinseand rewash proper tumbling

• Some "silk-like" fabrics should be air dried
o Use proper drying temperature

o Placefabric softener sheet on top of load

before starting the dryer,

• 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
Overdrying

• Overloading
° Leaving items in dryer

after cycle ends

• 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 • Use fabric softener to lubricate fibers,

• Irreversible condition

, Reduce load size and tumble at medium.,

or low heat for 5-t0 minutes

° Remove items immediately Hang or fold

° Do not overload dryer
° Use fabric softener in washer or dryer to

reduce static electricity

o Remove items when they are slightly damp

to avoid overdrying

o Check that lint screen is clean and in place

° When ironing, use spray starch or fabric

finish on collars and cuffs

, Turn items inside out to reduce abrasion

• 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

o Block knits into shape
° Do not overload dryer

o Remove items as soon as cycle ends

Care and CBeaning

Clean lint screen after every load

Toreduce risk of fire or serious injury to persons or property, comply

with the basic warnings listed in Important Safety Instructions, pages 2-3, and
those listed below

o Before cleaning the dryer interior, unplug the electrical power 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
o Clean the lint screen after every load Lint build-up in the screen restricts air

flow, which causeslonger drying times The screen is located at timebottom 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 timedryer
without the lint screen in place

tf 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

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

o Every 18 months an authorized servicer should clean the dryer cabinet interior

and exhaust duct Theseareascan 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,

o if the cabinet becomes stained, clean with diluted chlorine bleach [1/2 cup

(120 mI) in t quart (,95 liter) water] Rinse several times with clear water

• Removeglue residue from tape or labelswith amixture 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

6

Avoid $er ,uce

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 worl(manship or materials in this dryer

ChecMist

OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION

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

in or plug may be loose

House fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse

Make sure electrical line is not overloaded and the dryer is
on 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 drier circuit Replace fuse

If 1 of the 2 fuses is blown, the drum may
turn but the heater witl not operate

Gas supply valve is not open (gas models) Check to make sure supply valve isopen SeeINSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONSfor procedure

Dryer does not have anough air supply to See INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONS

support the burner flame (gas models)

LPgassupply tank isempty or there hasbeen Refill or replace tank
a utility interruption of natural gas (gas
models) Dryer should heat when utility service is restored

Drying cycle takes too tong, Lint screen is clogged with lint Make sure all lint has been removed from the dryer lint
outside of the dryer feels screen before starting each cycle

too hot or smells hot.

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

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

See Drying Procedures, page 4

Clean out any obstruction

Use a dehumidifier near the dryer

Do not overload See Drying Procedures, page 4

Remove items as soon as cycle ends

See Drying Procedures, page 4

Follow fabric care label instructions

Excessive wrinkling,

Exhaust duct requirements have not been
met

Electric dryer is connected to a 208 volt
circuit

Drying procedures have not been followed

Outside exhaust hood or exhaust duct may
be clogged or restricted

High humidity

Dryer is overloaded

Items left in dryer too long

insufficient sorting of items

Drying temperature too high

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

permanently attached items is not covered by the
warranty_

FRIGIDAIRE GALLERY DRYER WARRANTY (UNITED STATES)

Your Frigidaire product is protected by this warrant.

WARRANTY

PERIOD

FULL '_'I/O_YEA R
WARRANTY

LIMIT_=DWARRANT_'
{Applicable to the

State of Alaska)

Your appliance is warranted by Frigidaire Company, a division of White Consolidated Industries, Inc..We authorize no person to change or add to any
of our obligations under this warranty Our obligations for service and parts under this warranty must be performed by Frigidaire Company Consumer
Services or an authorized Frigidaire servicer.

*IMPORTANT

RESPONSIBILITIES
OF THE CONSUMER

EXCLUSIONS

Two years from original

_urchase date

Time period li_ed above

This warranty applies only to products in ordinary household use, and the consumer is responsible for the items

listed below:

1. Proper use of the appliance in accordance with instructions provided with the product
2 Proper installation by an authorized servicer in accordance with instructions provided with the appliance and in accordance

with at! local plumbing, electrical andlor gas codes.

3 Proper connection to a grounded power supply of sufficient voltage, replacement of blown fuses, repair of loose

connections or defects in house wiring,

4 Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing, such asremoval oftrim, cupboards, shelves, etc, which are not

a part ofthe appliance when it was shipped from the factory

5 Damages to finish after installation

6 Replacement of light bulbs andlor fluorescent tubes (on models with these features)

This warrant-y does not cover the following:

1. CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING
FROM ANY BREACH OFTHt5 WRITTEN OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY

Note:' Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this limitation or
exclusion may not apply to you.

2.. Service catis which do not involve malfunction or defects in workmanship or material, or for appliances not in ordinary
household use..The consumer shall pay for such service calls..

3. Damages caused by services performed by persons other than authorized Frigidaire servicers; use of parts other than
Frigidaire Company Genuine Renewal Parts; obtained from persons other than such servicers; or external causes such as

abuse, misuse, inadequate power supply or acts of God.

4 Products with original serial numbers that have been removed or altered and cannot be readily determined

FRIGIDAIRE, THROUGH ITS AUTHORIZED

SERVICERS, WILL:

Pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this
appfiance which prove to be defective in materials or

workmanship

Atl of the provisions of the full warranty above and the
exclusions listed below apply

THE CONSUMER WILL BE

RESPONSIBLE FOR:

Costs of service calls that are listed under
IMPORTANT RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE
CONSUMER,,"

Costsof the technician'stravel to the home and any
costs for pick up and delivery of the appliance
required because of service

iF YOU NEED
SERVICE

Keep your bill of safe, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment record. The date on the bill esta bl ishes the warranty
period should service be required, tf service isperformed, it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts This written

warranty gives you specific legal rights You may also have other rights that vary from state to state Service under this warranty
must be obtained by following these steps, in order;

1, Contact Frigidaire Company Consumer Services or an authorized Frigidaire servicer

2.. If there is a question as to where to obtain service, contact our Consumer Assistance Center at:

Frigidaire
PO. Box 7181

Dublin, 0hio43017
[phone]

Product features or specifications as described or illustrated are subjectto change without notice, Al! warranties are made by
White Consolidated Industries, Inc. This warranty applies onty in the 50 states of the U S.A and Puerto Rico

MFRIGIDAIRE

COMPANY

Service 6nformation

(Canada)

To avoid unnecessary cost and inconvenience, make a few simple checks

before calling for service Common occurrences and their' solutions can be

found in the Avoid Service Checklist Be sure you have followed the

instructions in this manual

If you are unable to locate the cause of a problem, call for service tnsist on

factory service by an authorized FRIGIDAIREPARTSAND SERVICEdepot

FRIGIDAIRE PARTS AND SERVICE

All Frigidaire appliances are backed by FRIGIDAIREPARTSAND SERVICE, one of
Canada's largest parts and service networks

The Frigidaire reputation means you ca0 enjoy complete professional
service from one of our hundreds of trained technicians across the country,
Ask your Frigidaire dealer for details about Resplan, the Extended Service

Plan offered by FRIGIDAIREPARTSANDSERVICEto all purchasers of Frigidaire

appliances in Canada

FRIGIDAIRE PARTS AND SERVICE
RO Box 210

Guelph, Ontario
N1H 6K2

Place the name, address and telephone number of your service depot
in the spaces below.

Product and feature specifications as described or illustrated are
subject to change without notice°