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Use and Care Guide
Home Laundry Automatic Dryer
D249IE3A
Full Three Year Warranty
Parts & Labour
Models:
(Electric Heat)
KED597-4350
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. (If the dryer changes ownership,
be sure this manual accompanies the dryer.)
Part No. 502522R2
7/95
Models:
(Gas Heat)
KGD599-3058
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Congratulations on your purchase of a new Automatic Dryer. Your dryer has been carefully constructed for years
of dependable service, using rugged, reliable components.
Important Safety Instructions ........................................................... 4
Table of
Contents
Before Drying
Energy Saving Tips .......................................................................... 6
Helps and Hints ................................................................................ 6
Exhaust System................................................................................ 6
Sort ................................................................................................... 7
Load.................................................................................................. 7
Set Drying Time ................................................................................ 7
Set Drying Temperature ................................................................... 7
How To Use Your Dryer
Determine Proper Cycle ................................................................... 8
Suggested Dryer Settings ................................................................. 8
Operation Instructions ..................................................................... 10
Drying Special Items ........................................................................11
Maintenance
Care Of Your Dryer ......................................................................... 14
Exhaust Duct .................................................................................... 14
Motor Overload Protector ................................................................ 14
Lint Filter ...........................................................................................15
Door Liner ......................................................................................... 15
Before You Call For Service ............................................................16
If Service Is Required ....................................................................... 16
Automatic Dryer Warranty ............................................................... 17
Information For Handy Reference ......................... Inside Back Cover
aWARNING
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 death.
— 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
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• Do not try to light any appliance.
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• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use
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any phone in your building.
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• Clear the room, building or area of all occupants.
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• Immediately call your gas supplier from a
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neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's
instructions.
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• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the
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fire department.
Installation and service must be performed by a
qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
Copyright 1995, Ripon Service Parts Center
Product Publications
P.O. Box 990
Ripon, WI 54971
All Rights Reserved. No part of the contents of
this book may be reproduced or transmitted in
any form or by any means without the written
permission of the publisher.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
(Save These Instructions)
aWARNING
To reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock, serious injury
or death to persons when
using the dryer unit, follow
these basic precautions:
1. Read all instructions before
using the dryer.
2. Refer to the EARTHING
INSTRUCTIONS in the
INSTALLATION manual for
the proper earthing of the
dryer.
3. Do not dry articles that have
been previously cleaned in,
soaked in, washed in, or
spotted with gasoline, drycleaning solvents, other
flammable or explosive
substances as they give off
vapors that could ignite or
explode.
4. Do not allow children to play
on or in the dryer. Close
supervision of children is
necessary when the dryer unit
is used near children. This is
a safety rule for all appliances.
5. Before the dryer is removed
from service or discarded,
remove the door to the drying
compartment.
6. Do not reach into the dryer if
the cylinder is revolving.
7. Do not install or store the dryer
where it will be exposed to
water and/or weather.
8. Do not tamper with the
controls.
9. Do not repair or replace any
part of the dryer, or attempt
any servicing unless
specifically recommended in
the User-Maintenance
Instructions or in published
user-repair instructions that
you understand and have the
skills to carry out.
10. Do not use fabric softeners or
products to eliminate static
unless recommended by the
manufacturer of the fabric
softener or product.
11. To reduce the risk of fire, DO
NOT DRY plastics or articles
containing foam rubber or
similarly textured rubberlike
materials.
12. ALWAYS clean the lint filter
after every load. A layer of lint
in the filter reduces drying
efficiency and prolongs drying
time.
13. Keep area around the exhaust
opening and adjacent
surrounding area free from the
accumulation of lint, dust and
dirt.
14. The interior of the dryer and
the exhaust duct should be
cleaned periodically by
qualified service personnel.
15. If a gas dryer is not installed,
operated and maintained in
accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions
or if there is damage to or
mishandling of the gas dryer’s
components, use of the gas
dryer could expose you to
substances in the fuel or from
fuel combustion which can
cause death or serious illness.
16. Dryer will not operate with the
loading door open. DO NOT
by-pass the door safety switch
by permitting the dryer to
operate with the door open.
The dryer will stop tumbling
when the door is opened. Do
not use the dryer if it does not
stop tumbling when the door is
opened or starts tumbling
without pressing the START
mechanism. Remove the dryer
unit from use and call the
serviceman.
17. To reduce the risk of fire, DO
NOT put clothes which have
traces of any flammable
substances such as vegetable
oil, cooking oil, machine oil,
flammable chemicals, thinner,
etc., or anything containing
wax or chemicals such as in
mops and cleaning cloths, or
anything dry-cleaned at home
with a dry-cleaning solvent in
the dryer.
18. Use the dryer only for its
intended purpose, drying
clothes.
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19. Always disconnect the
electrical power to the dryer
before attempting service.
Disconnect the power cord by
grasping the plug, not the cord.
20. Replace worn power cords
and/or loose plugs.
21. Install this dryer according to
the INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS. All
connections for electrical
power, earthing, and gas
supply must comply with local
codes and be made by
licensed personnel when
required. Do not do it yourself
unless you know how!
22. Remove laundry immediately
after the dryer stops.
23. Always read and follow
manufacturer’s instructions on
packages of laundry and
cleaning aids. Heed all
warnings or precautions. To
reduce the risk of poisoning or
chemical burns, keep them out
of reach of children at all times
(preferably in a locked
cabinet).
24. Do not tumble fibreglass
curtains and draperies unless
the label says it can be done. If
they are dried, wipe out the
cylinder with a damp cloth to
remove particles of fibreglass.
25. ALWAYS follow the fabric care
instructions supplied by the
garment manufacturer.
26. Never operate the dryer with
any guards and/or panels
removed.
27. DO NOT operate the dryer with
missing or broken parts.
28. DO NOT by-pass any safety
devices.
29. Failure to install, maintain, and/
or operate this machine
according to the manufacturer’s
instructions may result in
conditions which can produce
bodily injury and/or property
damage.
IMPORTANT: Solvent vapors from
dry-cleaning machines create
acids when drawn through the
heater of the dryer. These acids
are corrosive to the dryer as well
as to the laundry load being dried.
Be sure make-up air is free of
solvent vapors.
NOTE: The WARNING and
IMPORTANT instructions
appearing in this manual are not
meant to cover all possible
conditions and situations that may
occur. It must be understood that
common sense, caution and
carefulness are factors which
CANNOT be built into the dryer
unit. These factors MUST BE
supplied by the person(s)
installing, maintaining, or operating
the dryer.
Always contact your dealer,
distributor, service agent or the
manufacturer about any problems
or conditions you do not
understand.
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Before Drying . . .
Energy Saving Tips
• Make sure the lint filter is
always clean.
• Do not overload the dryer.
• Do not overdry items.
• Remove items to be ironed
while still damp.
• Large loads of similar fabrics
dry the most efficiently.
However, dry permanent
press in smaller loads to
prevent wrinkling.
• Use the correct FABRIC
SELECTOR setting for the
type of fabric being dried.
• Locate your dryer so the
exhaust duct is as short and
straight as possible.
• Do not open the door during
the drying cycle.
• Plan to do your laundry on
low humidity days; your clothes
will dry faster.
• Dry multiple loads of clothes
one right after another so
dryer interior does not have to
be reheated for each load.
Helps and Hints
a WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire,
explosion, serious injury or
death, clothes which have
traces of any flammable
substances such as cooking
oil, machine oil, flammable
chemicals, thinner, etc. must
not be put into the dryer.
Regular or *Untreated Clothes
A properly sorted wash load is
generally a dryer load. In both
washing and drying, the bulk or
volume of clothes, rather than
weight, will determine the load
size. The dryer cylinder is large
and is designed to dry a large or
average load at maximum
efficiency. DO NOT OVERLOAD
THE DRYER MAXIMUM LOAD:
Dryer cylinder one half full of wet
clothes.
Loads consisting of several small
pieces only, such as knit shorts or
nappies, do not tumble well and
may require longer drying time
which could result in excessive
wrinkling. Add several towels to
aid tumbling. Large and small
items together make the best load
for the dryer.
For the most even drying, fabrics
in a load should be of similar
weight. If mixed loads are dried,
remove the lighter weight fabrics
when they are dry. Avoid
overdrying to prevent harshness of
fabrics, wrinkling, and possible
shrinkage.
Clothing loads must be cooled
properly at the end of the drying
cycle. Do not remove them from
dryer until it has gone through
cool-down and the cycle is
completed.
* Treated clothes are those items
that will be labeled “FLAME
RETARDANT,” “SCOTCHGUARD”, etc. Follow the CARE
LABELS on these garments for
the proper washing and drying.
Permanent Press
and Synthetics
These loads will require the
following special treatment to get
the best results from their “no-iron”
properties.
• Static electricity may cause
garments of synthetic fibres (as
in lingerie) to cling together,
especially if they are overdried.
The use of a liquid fabric
softener in the rinse water of
the washer will soften clothes
and reduce static electricity.
• Do not wash or dry clothes that
shed lint in the same load with
permanent press or knit
garments.
• Remove permanent press
loads immediately after dryer
stops.
Exhaust System
aWARNING
A clothes dryer produces
combustible lint. To reduce
the risk of fire, serious injury
or death, the dryer MUST be
exhausted to the outdoors.
• Do not use plastic or thin foil
flexible ducting.
• The necessary suggestions
and directions for installation
and proper exhausting are
given in the INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS which are
included with the dryer.
• The exhaust duct should be
cleaned periodically to remove
any obstructions.
• Check occasionally to make
sure the flapper on the weather
hood moves freely, is not
pushed in and that nothing has
been set against it. Also check
that the flapper is not standing
open. If it is open, leaves or
accumulated debris could
restrict it. Any restriction of the
air from the dryer will decrease
drying efficiency.
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Sort
p
Load
Set Drying Time
If you have correctly sorted the
items for washing, they should be
properly sorted for drying too.
Separate:
Lights
Darks
Separate:
Lint Shedding
Fabric
Lint Receiving
Fabric
Do not overload your dryer. Bulk,
not weight, determines the load
size. If the dryer is overloaded, it
could cause discoloration or
permanent heat damage to the
load. There should be space in the
dryer for the clothes to tumble
freely. This helps to reduce
wrinkles. Large and small pieces
together make up loads which will
tumble well. The average load will
fill the cylinder one third to half full
when wet.
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Cylinder with wet
cottons and linens
The length of drying times vary
according to the following:
• Size of the load.
• Amount of moisture to be
removed. The type of fabric,
washer, and spin speed will
determine this. Clothes from
wringer washers will need more
drying time.
• Heat and moisture in the room
(damp air coming into the dryer
will increase drying time).
• Type of installation (length of
exhaust pipes, etc.)
• Electric voltage or gas
pressure.
Exact drying times cannot be given
because they will vary. Your own
times may be different in the winter
than in the summer.
Separate:
No Heat Items
Low Heat Items
High Heat Items
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Towels, flannels, chenille, cottons,
rugs, etc., shed lint. Corduroys,
knits (including socks), permanent
press, and synthetics attract lint.
In any kind of drying, lightweight
fabrics will dry faster than
heavyweight fabrics. If mixed loads
are dried together (such as sheets
and towels), remove the lighter
weight fabrics when they are dry to
prevent overdrying and wrinkling.
The best method is to dry clothes
which require the same time and
temperature in the same load.
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Cylinder with wet
ermanent press
A load can be too small. Just a few
small pieces will not tumble
properly. They will take longer to
dry and they may be wrinkled. For
small loads, add a couple of large
towels or non lint shedding items
to aid in tumbling.
Set Drying
Temperature
The temperature to be selected is
determined by the fibre in the
fabric. Read the fabric care labels
on the garment for drying
instructions.
Some materials must be dried with
no heat because of their
composition. If your dryer does not
have a NO HEAT setting, do not
put “no heat” items in the dryer.
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IN THE AUTOMATIC CYCLE,
YOU NEED NOT WORRY ABOUT
TIME. The AUTOMATIC CYCLE
will determine the time needed.
Set the dryer for the type of fabric
in the load. Avoid setting the timer
for a “higher” setting than
necessary. USE THE AUTOMATIC
PERMANENT PRESS/KNIT
CYCLE for loads of permanent
press, knits, and for clothes made
from or containing synthetic fibres.
This cycle has a longer “cooldown” period at the end of the
cycle to reduce wrinkling.
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How to Use Your Dryer . . .
Determine Proper
Cycle
Automatic Cycles
The timer knob will not advance
with the same regularity in the
AUTOMATIC cycle as it does in
the TIME cycle.
For example, you may notice the
timer knob remains in the same
position for 15 minutes before it
begins to move. THE TIMER IS
NOT MALFUNCTIONING. This
only means it took 15 minutes for
the load to become dry enough to
start advancing the timer knob.
The length of time it takes for the
timer knob to begin advancing
depends on the type and size of
load being dried.
Automatic Regular/Delicate Cycle
Suggested Dryer Settings
Automatic Regular / Delicate Cycle
Load Size
Load Type
Small Medium Large
Heavy Cottons
Rugs
Denim
Corduroys
Cotton Work Clothes
Cotton Knits
Cotton Shirts
Dresses
Dress Shirts (Perm.
Press-Polyester/Cotton
Blend)
Sheer
Lightweight Cottons
Items Labeled "Dry With
Low Heat"
More Dry
More Dry
Between
More &
Less Dry
Delicate Delicate
Between
More &
Less Dry
Between
More &
Less Dry
Less Dry
Less Dry
Less Dry
Between
Less Dry
& Cool-Down
Between
Delicate
& Cool-Down
Hint: Set timer based on
previous load types and
sizes. If load is too dry,
set timer closer to Less
Dry mark. If load is too
wet, set timer closer to
More Dry mark.
NOTE: Use the Fabric Selector
setting appropriate for your load.
Example: Set Fabric Selector on
Delicate for delicate loads.
Cool-Down Periods
The AUTOMATIC REGULAR/
DELICATE cycle has a five minute
cool-down period at the end of the
cycle. During that time, the load is
tumbled with no heat. This helps
reduce wrinkling. Setting the timer
knob in a COOL-DOWN position
will result in the load being
tumbled with no heat. Do not
remove load until COOL-DOWN
period is complete and dryer
stops.
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Automatic Permanent
Press/Knits Cycle
Use this setting for permanent
press, polyester knits, heavy and
medium weight synthetics that are
“no-iron”.
This cycle has a 10 minute cooldown (no heat) period.
Suggested Dryer
Settings
Automatic Permanent
Press/Knits Cycle
Cycle
Load Type
Permanent Press
Polyester Knits
Heavy and Medium
Weight Synthetics
Lightweight,Delicates,
Sheers and those
labeled "Dry With
Low Heat"
(Timer
Setting)
More Dry
Less Dry
Time Dry Cycle
This cycle will operate the dryer for
the number of minutes for which it
is set (up to 80). Use for any load
desired. Use for items you might
want to remove while still damp.
Set Fabric Selector knob to
desired setting.
Turn the timer knob for the number
of minutes required for drying.
This cycle has a five minute cooldown (no heat) period. The dryer
will not heat if set for five minutes
or less. The signal (if selected) will
buzz for a short period of time at
the end of the cool down.
Suggested Dryer
Settings
Time Dry Cycle
Load Type
Cottons
Heavyweight /
Average Load
Lightweight /
Average Load
The times suggested are
approximate. Your loads,
installation, and drying
requirements will determine the
setting you should use.
Minutes
(Approx.)
50 - 70
(More Dry)
20 - 40
(Less Dry)
The COOL TUMBLE portion of
this cycle is a cool-down (no heat)
period. The end of cycle signal
(if selected) will buzz for a short
period of time at the end of
cool-down. If the clothes are not
removed at that time, the timer will
advance into the Cool Tumble
cycle, where the signal will buzz
for a short period of time for every
five minutes of the 15 minute cycle
before dryer stops.
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Operation Instructions
aWARNING
To reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock, serious injury
or death to persons, read
the IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS, Pages 4
and 5, before operating the
dryer.
To Dry Clothes
IMPORTANT: Please read
instructions before using dryer.
Before using dryer for the first
time, wash out the inside of the
dryer cylinder with a sudsy cloth,
then wipe dry. Install the dryer
according to the INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS. KEEP THESE
INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE.
1. CLEAN LINT FILTER before
each use.
2. LOAD DRYER. Open dryer
door. Shake out laundry and
place in dryer.
3. CLOSE DOOR. Dryer will not
operate with the door open.
4. SELECT TIMER SETTING in
cycle desired: AUTOMATIC
PERMANENT PRESS/KNITS,
AUTOMATIC REGULAR/
DELICATE, or TIME DRY.
These cycles control the drying
time.
5. TURN FABRIC SELECTOR
knob to desired setting:
DELICATE, AIR FLUFF/NO
HEAT or REGULAR/
PERMANENT PRESS. The
FABRIC SELECTOR controls
the drying temperature.
TO RESTART DRYER, close
door, reset timer if necessary, and
push the timer knob in. Your dryer
is designed so that it will not
operate if the door is open.
8. SET SIGNAL CONTROL:
Rotate selector to "loud"
(loudest sound) or to "off" (no
sound) or to any level in
between.
In the Automatic Permanent
Press/Knits cycle, the signal
will buzz for a short period of
time at the end of cool down. If
clothes are not removed at that
time, the timer will advance into
the Cool Tumble cycle, where
the signal will buzz for a short
period of time for every five
minutes of the 15 minute cycle
before dryer stops.
6. START DRYER. Push the timer
knob in.
7. TO STOP DRYER AT ANY
TIME, open door or turn timer
knob to an OFF position.
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In the Automatic Regular/
Delicate and Time Dry cycles,
the signal will buzz for a short
period of time at the end of the
cool down.
The signal will stop when the
door is opened, or when the
timer is advanced to an OFF
position.
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Drying Special Items . . .
Special InstructionsType of Load
Curtains
Cotton NORMAL heat. Remove damp for ironing or dry completely, then steam iron.
Synthetic Fibres DELICATE heat. Allow room for tumbling to prevent wrinkling. Delicate or sheer
curtains must be dried by themselves so they will not be snagged by hooks or
crushed by other clothes in the load. Some sheer curtains are heat sensitive.
Dry 10 minutes only, plus the no heat period. Remove from dryer immediately
and hang. If the dryer has been heated from a previous load, NO HEAT setting
may be sufficient.
Fibreglass DO NOT DRY IN THE DRYER unless recommended by the manufacturer.
Fibreglass may shred. Particles may remain in the dryer and rub off on the next
load. This could irritate the skin. “Beta” fibreglass may be dryer dried if
recommended by the manufacturer.
Draperies Remove hooks and weights before washing. Choose heat for fabric and allow
space in the dryer for tumbling. Some draperies may be removed when slightly
damp and hung immediately. Lined draperies should be dry-cleaned because
they have a tendency to pucker.
Rugs
Cotton With Cotton NORMAL heat. Dry one large or several small rugs. For one small rug only,
Backing add towels for buffers.
Synthetic Fibres DELICATE or NO HEAT. Follow manufacturer’s suggestions. Some of these
rugs are heat sensitive and should be removed from the dryer when damp, or
dried with no heat.
Rubber-backed Hot water and heat tend to deteriorate many types of rubber. Some types of
rubber-like materials are flammable under certain conditions. DO NOT DRY
FOAM RUBBER AND RUBBER-LIKE MATERIALS WITH HEAT.
Slip Covers Choose heat for fabric. Close zippers. Dry one couch cover, two chair covers or
five or six pillow covers at one time. Remove from dryer when slightly damp.
Press pleats if necessary and replace on furniture immediately. Stretch fabrics
and knits should be dried completely so they will fit snug when replaced on
furniture.
Bedspreads Choose heat for fabric. Dry one double or two single spreads. Chenille and
tufted spreads will shed lint and should be dried by themselves. New spreads
especially, will contain loose lint. Tumble on NO HEAT setting before washing to
remove loose lint. These spreads may be dried completely.
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Special InstructionsType of Load
Blankets
Wool Agitation and tumbling contribute to the shrinkage and felting of wool. We
cannot guarantee that wool will not shrink. However, if care is taken and the
blanket manufacturer's instructions are followed, satisfactory results should be
obtained. Wash by the soak method with as little agitation as possible. After
washing, stretch blanket gently in both directions. Heat dryer at NORMAL heat
with about five dry bath towels. Place towels between folds in blanket. This will
"cushion" it to lessen the tumbling. Set dryer for 20 minutes on the TIME DRY
cycle. Check blanket when timer reaches 10. Wool blankets must be removed
from the dryer when damp. Stretch gently to shape and finish drying over two
clothes lines or in a flat position.
Electric DELICATE heat. If dryer drying is recommended by the manufacturer, dry as
for wool. Do not stretch the blanket because of the wiring. Some electric
blankets may have an insulation on the thermostats or on the wiring which
will not withstand dryer heat. Do not dryer dry unless the blanket manufacturer
says it can be done.
Thermal Cotton NORMAL heat.
Synthetic Fibres DELICATE heat. Some of these blankets are fluffy and will shed lint. Tumble
on NO HEAT setting before washing to remove loose lint. Use a gentle wash
method, then dry in dryer until just dry. The lint filter may need to be cleaned
during the drying.
Quilts CHOOSE HEAT FOR FABRIC. Filling and cover must be completely
washable. Old quilts may be too fragile to machine wash or dry. Quilts filled
with cotton may become lumpy. Quilting should be close together. Remove from
dryer slightly damp and stretch gently to shape. Quilted articles may shrink
if overdried.
Pillows
Feather and NORMAL heat. Ticking must be strong and seams secure. If in doubt, sew
Down-Filled pillow into a case or use a zippered pillowcase to prevent feathers from coming
out. After washing, shake pillow to fluff feathers. Dry one large or two smaller
pillows. Use TIME DRY cycle. Shake and reposition pillows several times during
drying. Pillows must be dry in the centre to prevent mildew. Drying may take
two hours or longer. Reset dryer timer if necessary. The odour of wet feathers
is not pleasant. However, the odour will disappear once the pillows dry.
Fibre-Filled Follow manufacturer's directions.
(polyester)
Foam Rubber Do not dry in the dryer.
Mattress Pads The materials in mattress pads is made of either cotton or synthetic fibres.
Read the fibre content label, found on your mattress pad, to determine what
type of fibre was used to manufacture the pad. READ AND CAREFULLY
FOLLOW the fabric care instructions supplied by the mattress pad
manufacturer. Some pads made of synthetic fibres are very heat sensitive.
These pads can be flammable if over-heated or over-dried. TO AVOID A FIRE
HAZARD, DO NOT OVER-DRY mattress pads. Remove pads from the
dryer while they are still damp.
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Type of Load
Knit Articles Knit fabrics are usually manufactured under tension (stretching). Cotton knits
especially may relax or draw together if every bit of moisture is removed from
them. It is best to take them out of the dryer with a trace of moisture remaining,
then stretch to shape. If they do shrink from overdrying, rewet them and dry
properly.
Cottons & Denim NORMAL heat. Remove slightly damp to minimize ironing. Reshape, smooth
seams and pockets, etc. This is especially important for blue jeans and
corduroys.
Synthetic Fibres NORMAL or PERMANENT PRESS heat. Turn inside out to prevent “pilling”
(the rolling up of the fibre ends from friction). Dry sweaters only with similar
things because they tend to attract lint. Make sure the load is large enough for
tumbling. Dry completely and remove from dryer immediately to minimize
wrinkling.
Wool DELICATE heat. For wool labeled “machine washable”, follow manufacturer’s
directions. For other wool, use wool blanket method. Do not dryer dry loosely
knit wool or hand knits. Dry these flat and stretch to shape from a pattern
drawn before washing.
Lingerie
Cotton NORMAL heat.
Special Instructions
Synthetic Fibres DELICATE heat. Use PERMANENT PRESS/KNIT cycle if your dryer has it or
TIME DRY cycle. Some sheer fabrics, especially sheer knits, can be heat
sensitive. Dry these until they are just dry (about 10 minutes) and remove from
dryer immediately. Sheer fabrics should not be washed and dried with
garments containing hooks or zippers. Man-made fabrics will create static
electricity if overdried. To prevent this, use fabric softener and avoid
overdrying.
Foam Rubber Bras, bathing suits, sun suits, etc. DO NOT DRY THESE ITEMS IN THE
DRYER WITH HEAT, FIRE MAY RESULT. NO HEAT setting may be used.
Elastic Body oils can cause elastic to deteriorate. Wash garments containing elastic
frequently. Elastic in such things as shorts may be dried as for fabric, but avoid
overdrying.
Spandex Most girdles today are made from Spandex. Use DELICATE heat. Do not
overdry.
Stretch Fabrics Choose heat for the most delicate fibre. These may be dried completely as they
will stretch into shape. Avoid drying with lint-shedding fabrics.
Stuffed Animals and Make sure the filling and covering are washable and can be dryer dried. Cotton
Toys filling may become lumpy. Protect glass eyes by covering with a stocking or tie
toy into a pillowcase. Choose heat for most sensitive fibre. Dry enough clothes
in the load for good tumbling. DO NOT DRY TOYS STUFFED WITH FOAM
RUBBER OR KAPOK IN THE DRYER WITH HEAT.
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Care Of Your Dryer
Maintenance . . .
aWARNING
To reduce the risk of an
electric shock, disconnect
the electrical service to the
dryer before cleaning the
interior.
Dryer Interior
The internal parts of your dryer are
coated with a paint that has been
specifically developed to brighten
their appearance.
Unstable dyes used in many
denim blue jeans or brightly
coloured cotton garments may
cause some discolouration of the
white surfaces. This slight colour
change will do no harm to other
clothes.
Should you wish to return the
interior surfaces to their original
whiteness, proceed as follows:
The dryer may be cleaned by one
of the following methods:
• Wipe the surfaces using a soft
cloth and a non-abrasive paste
of powdered laundry detergent
and hot water followed by a
short heat cycle with a load of
rags, or
• Apply a liquid spray household
cleaner to the discoloured area,
wipe with a soft cloth, and
follow with a short heat cycle
with a load of rags.
To remove crayon or ball point ink
off the dryer drum, put the heat on
high and use old rags in the dryer
to absorb the crayon or ink. If
unsuccessful, contact the
appliance dealer. DO NOT use
any chemicals in the dryer.
IMPORTANT: The use of chlorine
bleach for removing any
discolourations should be avoided
because bleach could damage the
finish.
Cabinet
Wipe dryer cabinet as needed. If
detergent, bleach or other washing
products have been spilled on the
dryer top, wipe immediately. Some
products will cause permanent
damage if spilled on the cabinet.
Do not lay sharp or rough objects
on or against the dryer. The finish
could be damaged.
Control Panel
Use only a damp or sudsy cloth for
cleaning the control panel. Some
spray prewash products may harm
the finish on the control panel.
The exhaust duct should be
inspected after one year of use
and cleaned if necessary. Inspect
Motor Overload Protector . . .
The dryer’s motor overload
protector stops the motor
automatically in the event of an
overload. After cooling, the
Exhaust Duct . . .
and clean exhaust duct every one
to two years as required thereafter.
Vent hood should be checked and
overload protector will reset itself.
Dryer can be restarted by pushing
the timer knob in. If overload
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cleaned regularly to assure that it
is working properly.
protector cycles again, remove the
dryer from use and call the
serviceman to correct the problem.
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Lint Filter . . .
The lint filter is located at the front
of the dryer in the lower part of the
door opening.
CLEAN THE LINT FILTER AFTER
DRYING EACH LOAD. A clean lint
filter ensures efficient drying.
TO REMOVE LINT: Wipe across
the filter with damp fingers.
The lint filter has been screwed
down to prevent clothing from
falling into the air duct. We
recommend that once a year you
remove the two screws and lint
filter and vacuum the area under it.
TO REMOVE THE LINT FILTER:
Remove two screws and lift filter
up and out of door opening. Filter
may be washed if any residue is
noticed on it.
NOTE: Lint filter does not have to
be removed from door opening to
remove lint. We recommend that
you leave it in place except when
cleaning the air duct.
TO REPLACE LINT FILTER:
Place filter in door recess and
push in firmly. Be sure to replace
the filter with the words facing the
front of the dryer. Replace two
screws.
IMPORTANT: The lint filter must
be in place in the door opening
when using dryer or loading and
unloading dryer. If the filter is not in
place, clothing could fall into the
front air duct and get into the
exhaust system, causing damage
to the motor.
Lint can accumulate in the door
liner (opening in bottom of dryer
door).
DOOR
LINER
LINT
FILTER
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Door Liner . . .
Occasionally open dryer door and
vacuum the door liner.
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Before You Call For Service . . .
If Your Dryer:
(You may save time and money by checking the following:)
Won't
Start
•
•
•
•
•
Won't
Heat
•
•
(Electric
Dryers
only)
•
•
•
•
Doesn’t Dry
Clothes
Satisfactorily
•
•
•
•
•
•
Possible Reason —
Do This To Correct
Dryers equipped with power cord — be sure the power cord is
plugged all the way into the electrical outlet.
Close the loading door.
Turn timer knob further into the cycle, or try a different cycle.
Push timer knob in to start dryer.
Has the laundry room fuse(s) blown or become loosened, or are
circuit breakers open? The dryer itself does not have an electrical
fuse.
Has the motor overload protector cycled?
Is the FABRIC SELECTOR switch in a heat setting?
Gas Dryer Only — Check to see if main gas line valve is turned on.
Check exhaust duct to outside to see if kinked, blocked or needs
cleaning. (Timer may not advance in automatic cycle.)
Check weather hood to make sure flapper moves freely, has not been
pushed in or has not been blocked. (Timer may not advance in
automatic cycle.)
Automatic Cycle — Adjust to more or less dry setting.
Timed Cycle — Allow more or less time.
Clean the lint filter.
If Service Is Required . . .
If service is required, contact the
nearest Factory Authorised
Service Centre.
If you are unable to locate an
authorised service centre or are
unsatisfied with the service
performed on your dryer, contact:
Kleenmaid
P.O. Box 36
Brookvale, NSW 2100
•
Is the load too small? Loads which are too small may not tumble
properly or dry evenly.
When calling or writing about your
dryer, PLEASE GIVE THE MODEL
AND SERIAL NUMBERS. The
model and serial numbers are
located on the nameplate in one of
the four corners of the door well.
The door well is the shaded area
shown.
Please include a copy of your bill
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of sale and any service receipts
you have.
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Automatic Dryer Warranty . . .
Domestic Warranty
Full Three Year Warranty
In addition to all statutory rights
which you, the Consumer, have
under all the relevant laws in
respect of this appliance, during
your first three years of ownership
as the original purchaser of the
Kleenmaid dryer, we guarantee
that any fault caused by faulty
material or workmanship,
becoming apparent will be rectified
free of charge for parts or labour
provided that all service is
performed during normal working
hours by Kleenmaid or their
designated Agent. Where the dryer
is installed outside the normal
servicing area of the above, the
Purchaser must pay the cost of
transporting the appliance to and
from the Agent or the Agent’s
travelling cost to and from the
Purchaser’s home.
Commercial Warranty
Full One Year Warranty
In addition to all statutory rights
which you, the Consumer, have
under all the relevant laws in
respect of this appliance, during
your first one year of ownership as
the purchaser of the Kleenmaid
dryer, we guarantee that any fault
caused by faulty material or
workmanship becoming apparent
will be rectified free of charge for
parts or labour provided that all
service is performed during normal
working hours by Kleenmaid or
their designated Agent. Where the
dryer is installed outside the
normal servicing area of the
above, the Purchaser must pay the
cost of transporting the appliance
to and from the Agent or the
Agent’s travelling cost to and from
the Purchaser’s home.
What These Warranties Do Not
Cover
We are not responsible for any
damage or malfunction unless
caused by a defect in material or
workmanship. This includes, but is
not limited to, abuse, misuse,
improper installation, and
transportation damage. We are not
responsible for any consequential
damages resulting from any
malfunction.
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Information For Handy Reference . . .
Kleenmaid
P.O. Box 36
Brookvale, NSW 2100
Date Purchased
Model Number Serial Number
Dealer’s Name
Dealer’s Address Phone Number
Service Agency
Service Agency Address Phone Number
Record this information and keep your sales slip. Model and serial numbers are located on the inside of the dryer
door opening.
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Customer Service and Information
Freecall:
1-800-072-144
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