Maytag W10388781A-SP, W10388780A User Manual
BRAVOS®
SÉCHEUSE
ELECTRONIC DRYER
USE AND CARE GUIDE
Table of Contents
DRYER SAFETY ............................................................2
CHECK YOUR VENT SYSTEM
FOR GOOD AIR FLOW .................................................4
CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES ............................6
CYCLE GUIDE ............................................................... 8
USING YOUR DRYER .................................................10
ADDITIONAL FEATURES ................................................ 12
DRYER CARE .................................................................... 13
TROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................... 15
WARRANTY........................................................................ 18
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ...........................Back Cover
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ÉLECTRONIQUE BRAVOS®
GUIDE D’UTILISATION
ET D’ENTRETIEN
Table des Matières
SÉCURITÉ DE LA SÉCHEUSE ...................................18
VÉRIFICATION D’UNE CIRCULATION D’AIRE
ADÉQUATE POUR LE SYSTÈME D’ÉVACUATION ...21
TABLEAU DE COMMANDE
ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES ..........................................23
GUIDE DE PROGRAMMES ........................................25
UTILISATION DE LA SÉCHEUSE ............................... 29
CARACTÉRISTIQUES SUPPLÉMENTAIRES ............. 32
ENTRETIEN DE LA SÉCHEUSE .................................... 33
DÉPANNAGE ...................................................................... 35
GARANTIE .......................................................................... 39
ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE .............. Couverture arrière
W10388780A
W10388781A - SP
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DRYER SAFETY
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CHECK YOUR VENT SYSTEM FOR GOOD AIR FLOW
Maintain good air ow by:
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Cleaning your lint screen before each load.
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Replace plastic or foil vent material
with 4" (102 mm) diameter heavy, rigid
vent material.
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Use the shortest length of vent possible.
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Use no more than four 90° elbows in a vent system;
each bend and curve reduces air ow.
Good Better
Good air ow
Along with heat, dryers require good air ow to efciently
dry laundry. Proper venting will reduce your drying times
and improve your energy savings. See “Installation
Instructions”.
The venting system attached to the dryer plays a big role in
good air ow.
Service calls caused by improper venting are not covered
by the warranty and will be paid by the customer, regardless
of who installed the dryer.
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Remove lint and debris from the exhaust hood.
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Remove lint from the entire length of the vent system
at least every 2 years. When cleaning is complete, be
sure to follow the “Installation Instructions” supplied
with your dryer for nal product check.
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Clear away items from in front of the dryer.
Use Sensor cycles for better fabric care and energy savings
Use the Sensor Cycles to provide the most energy savings and enhanced fabric care from the dryer. During Sensor Cycles,
drying air temperature and moisture level are sensed in the load. This sensing occurs throughout the drying cycle and the dryer
shuts off when the load reaches the selected dryness. Use the NORMAL DRY dryness level to provide optimal energy savings.
With Timed Cycles, the dryer runs the amount of time set and sometimes results in shrinkage, wrinkling, and static due to
over-drying. Use Timed Cycles for the occasional damp load that needs a little more drying time or when using the drying rack.
Tips for getting the best performance from your steam dryer
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Results may vary depending on fabric. 100% cotton
garments with wrinkle-free nish may yield better results
than those without. 100% cotton items may require
additional touching up after the Steam Cycle.
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Use of fabric softener sheet is not recommended with
Steam Cycles. It may cause temporary staining on clothes.
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It is not recommended to use Steam Cycles for items that
have been starched. Wash any starched or new garments
prior to using a Steam Cycle.
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The Auto Refresh cycle is best for reducing light wrinkles in
small to medium-sized loads of dry garments. For the Auto
Refresh cycle, dry time automatically adjusts as the load
size is sensed. Cycle run time cannot be manually adjusted.
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The Custom Refresh cycle (on some models) is best
for reducing wrinkles and odors in dry garments. For
the Custom Refresh cycle, cycle times change depending
on the number of garments you select to be refreshed.
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CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES
Not all features and cycles are available on all models.
Steam models
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Non-steam models
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POWER/CANCEL BUTTON
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Press to turn the dryer on and off. Press
again to stop/cancel a cycle at any time.
CYCLE CONTROL KNOB
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Use your dryer’s cycle control knob to select available
cycles on your dryer. Turn the knob to select a cycle
for your laundry load. See “Cycle Guide” for detailed
descriptions of cycles.
START/PAUSE BUTTON
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Press and hold to start a cycle, or press once while
a cycle is in process to pause it.
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CYCLE MODIFIERS
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Use these buttons to select available modiers for your
cycles. Not all cycles and modiers are available on all
models.
Temp Level
When using Timed Cycles or Auto Refresh, you may
select a dry temperature based on the type of load
you are drying. Use the warmest setting safe for the
garments in the load. Follow garment label instructions.
NOTE: Sensor Cycles use a preset temperature that is
not adjustable.
Dryness Level
You may adjust the Dryness Level on Sensor Cycles,
if desired.
NOTE: The Dryness Level modier is for use with
Sensor cycles only.
Number of Garments (on some models)
When the Custom Refresh cycle is selected, choose
the number of garments you want to refresh using the
Number of Garments button.
NOTE: The Number of Garments modier is for use
with the Custom Refresh cycle only.
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CYCLE OPTIONS
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Use these buttons to select available options for your
dryer. Not all cycles and options are available on all
models.
Wrinkle Prevent™/Wrinkle Prevent™ with Steam
(on some models)
If you will be unable to remove a load immediately,
press Wrinkle Prevent™ to add up to 150 minutes of
periodic tumbling to help reduce wrinkling. On models
with Wrinkle Prevent™ with Steam, a short steam cycle
is added after 60 minutes to help smooth out wrinkles.
Drum Light
Press to turn the drum light on or off. The light will
also turn on when the door is open, and turn off
automatically after about 5 minutes.
Damp Dry Signal
When selected, a signal will sound during the drying
cycle when the load is damp but not completely dry.
This will allow you to take clothes out of the load that
do not need to dry completely. This option is available
on Heavy Duty, Normal, Denim, Bulky, Wrinkle
Control, Sheets, Active Wear, Towels and Delicate
cycles.
NOTE: The Damp Dry signal defaults to “ON” when
using the Bulky cycle.
Cycle Signal
Use this button to turn the signal indicating the
end of a drying cycle on or off, or to adjust the
volume of the signal.
NOTE: You may also turn off the tones that sound
when a button is pressed. Press and hold the Cycle
Signal button for about three seconds to turn button
sounds on or off.
Reduce Static (on some models)
Press to add the Reduce Static option to selected
Sensor cycles (see Cycle Guide). The dryer will
automatically tumble, pause, and introduce a small
amount of moisture into the load to help reduce static.
This option adds approximately 8 minutes to the total
cycle time.
Steam Boost (on some models)
Steam Boost adds steam to the end of the Heavy Duty,
Bulky, Normal, Sheets, Towels, or Denim cycle to help
smooth wrinkles.
LED DISPLAY AND SETTINGS BUTTONS
When you select a cycle, its default settings will light up
and the Estimated Time Remaining (for Sensor Cycles) or
actual time remaining (for Timed Cycles) will be displayed.
Use the buttons along the bottom of the display to adjust
settings. See “Cycle Guide” for available settings on each
cycle. Not all settings are available with all cycles.
Steam model shown
Airow
This indicator will show the status of airow through
the dryer during Sensor cycles. The Detecting light comes
on during the sensing phase at the beginning of cycle.
The Good light will come on if no major vent blockage is
detected. The Check Vent light will come on if a blocked
vent or low airow issue is detected. For more information
on maintaining good airow, see “Check Your Vent System
for Good Airow”. The Airow sensing feature is available
for Sensor cycles only.
NOTE: If there are other error issues during a cycle, the
Airow indicator will not light up. See “Dryer Displaying
Code Message” in “Troubleshooting”section.
Steam (on some models)
This indicator will light when the Steam function is active.
NOTE: Steam options are not available on all models
or on all cycles.
Done
This will indicate that the selected cycle has ended and
the load may be removed from the dryer. If the Wrinkle
Prevent option has been selected, the dryer may continue
to tumble the load, even if the DONE indicator is lit.
Check Lint Screen
The Check Lint Screen indicator will light when the drying
cycle is complete as a reminder to clean the lint screen.
Wrinkle Prevent™
This indicator will light if the Wrinkle Prevent™ option
has been selected and is running. The dryer will continue
to periodically tumble the load for up to 150 minutes
(depending on model and selected settings) after the
cycle has ended.
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CYCLE GUIDE — SENSOR CYCLES
Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that cycle. Not all features and cycles are available on all models.
Not all settings and options are available on each cycle. Default cycle times are estimated in minutes.
Use Sensor Cycles for better fabric care and energy savings
The dryer senses moisture in the load or air temperature and shuts off when the load reaches the selected dryness level.
Use the NORMAL dryness level to provide optimal energy savings. Use Sensor/Eco cycles on their default settings for optimal
energy savings.
Items to dry: Cycle:
Performance fabrics, Active Wear Extra Low Very 32 Damp Dry Signal Use for drying active wear and
exercise wear More Wrinkle Prevent† performance fabrics that require
Normal Reduce Static special care.
Less
Damp
Large loads of cotton Towels High Very 56 Damp Dry Signal This is a long cycle with high heat
towels, heavyweight More Wrinkle Prevent† to thoroughly dry towels. This cycle
items Normal Reduce Static is not recommended for all fabrics.
Less Steam Boost Use for large loads of heavyweight
Damp fabrics such as cotton towels.
Towels, bedding, Sanitize High Very 65 Wrinkle Prevent† Extended high-heat drying cycle
children’s clothing intended to help sanitize items such
as bedding, towels, and baby wear.
This cycle is not recommended for
all fabrics. For best results, run cycle
to completion, do not interrupt.
Heavyweight items Heavy High Very 45 Damp Dry Signal Offers stepped drying starting
such as towels or Duty* More Wrinkle Prevent† with High heat followed by Medium
heavy work clothes Normal Reduce Static heat for enhanced fabric care
Less Steam Boost and energy savings.
Damp
Jackets, comforters, Bulky* Medium Very 55 Damp Dry Signal Use for drying large, bulky items;
berll pillows More Wrinkle Prevent† do not overll dryer drum. Partway
Normal Steam Boost through the cycle, the signal will
Less sound for 2 minutes to indicate
Damp when it is time to rearrange items
for optimal drying.
Work clothes, casual Normal* Medium Very 38 Damp Dry Signal Uses Medium heat to dry large
wear, mixed cottons, More Wrinkle Prevent† loads of mixed fabrics and items.
sheets, corduroys Normal Reduce Static Normal is the preferred energy
Less Steam Boost cycle.
Damp
Shirts, blouses, Wrinkle Low Very 33 Damp Dry Signal Uses a stepped drying temperature
permanent press, Control* More Wrinkle Prevent† from Medium to Low for improved
synthetics, Normal Reduce Static moisture removal and enhanced
lightweight items Less fabric care.
Damp
Sheets, Sheets* Medium Very 40 Damp Dry Signal Uses Medium heat to dry sheets
lightweight linens More Wrinkle Prevent† and lightweight linens.
Normal Reduce Static
Less Steam Boost
Damp
Undergarments, Delicate* Extra Low Very 28 Damp Dry Signal Uses Extra Low heat to gently
blouses, lingerie, More Wrinkle Prevent† dry delicate items.
performance wear Normal Reduce Static
Less
Damp
Jeans and denims Denim* Medium Very 50 Damp Dry Signal Stepped drying uses High heat
More Wrinkle Prevent† initially, followed by Medium heat
Normal Reduce Static to drive moisture from jeans and
Less Steam Boost denims.
Damp
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Or Wrinkle Prevent™ with Steam (on some models). Wrinkle Prevent™ with Steam is available only with High and Medium Drying Temperature
settings.
* Sensor/Eco cycle
Load Size Recommendations
For best results, follow the wet load size recommendations noted for
each cycle.
Drying
Temperature:
Dryness
Level:
Default
Time:
Available
Options:
Medium load: Fill the dryer drum up to about 1/2 full.
Cycle Details:
Small load: Fill the dryer drum with 3-4 items,
not more than 1/4 full.
Large load: Fill the dryer drum up to about 3/4 full.
Do not overload. Items need to tumble freely.
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CYCLE GUIDE — TIMED CYCLES
Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that cycle. Not all features and cycles are available on all models.
Not all settings and options are available on each cycle. Default cycle times are estimated in minutes.
Adjusting drying time on Timed Cycles
When you select a Timed Cycle,
the default time appears in the display.
Use the + and – buttons to increase
or decrease the time in 1 minute
increments. Press and hold to change
the time in 5 minute increments.
The maximum dry time is 100 minutes.
Items to dry:
Small loads and Small Load High 18 Wrinkle Prevent† For small loads of 3-4 items.
sportswear Medium
Low
Extra Low
Air Only
Any load Timed Dry High 40 Wrinkle Prevent† Use to dry items to a damp level for items that do
NOTE: Select Air Medium not require an entire drying cycle. Select a drying
Only to dry foam, Low temperature based on the type of fabrics in your
rubber, plastic, or Extra Low load. If you are unsure of the temperature to select
heat-sensitive Air Only for a load, select the lower setting rather than the
fabrics higher setting.
Small to lightweight Freshen Up High 20 Wrinkle Prevent Use for drying or freshening small to lightweight
medium loads (for non-steam Medium medium loads.
models) Low
Extra Low
Air Only
Cycle:
Temperature:
Drying
Default
Time:
Selecting the Drying Temperature
A High heat setting may be used for drying heavyweight
items such as towels and work clothes.
A Low to Medium heat setting may be used for drying
medium-weight items such as sheets, blouses, dresses,
underwear, permanent press fabrics, and some knits.
Use a no heat (Air Only) setting for foam, rubber, plastic,
or heat-sensitive fabrics.
Line dry bonded or laminated fabrics.
NOTE: If you have questions about drying temperatures
for various loads, refer to the care label directions.
Available
Options:
Cycle Details:
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Or Wrinkle Prevent™ with Steam (on some models). Wrinkle Prevent™ with Steam is available only with High and Medium Drying Temperature
settings.
CYCLE GUIDE — STEAM CYCLES
Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that cycle.
Not all settings and options are available on each cycle.
Steam cycles are designed for use with dry loads to loosen wrinkles, reduce odors, and refresh fabrics.
Items to
refresh:
Mixed loads Custom Medium 14 Wrinkle Prevent† This cycle is best for reducing wrinkles and odors
Refresh Reduce Static from dry garments. Select the number of garments
(on some to be refreshed. Cycle time will increase depending
models) on number of garments selected.
Shirts, blouses, Auto High 22 Wrinkle Prevent† Use to reduce light wrinkles from small to mediumand slacks Refresh Medium Reduce Static sized loads of dry items. Dry time will automatically
adjust when the load size is sensed. Cycle run time
cannot be manually adjusted. Temperature is
selectable. Do not add dryer sheets.
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Or Wrinkle Prevent™ with Steam (on some models). Wrinkle Prevent™ with Steam is available only with High and Medium Drying Temperature
settings.
Load Size Recommendations
For best results, follow the load size recommendations noted for
each cycle.
Cycle:
Drying
Temperature:
Default
Time:
Available
Options:
Cycle Details:
Medium load: Fill the dryer drum up to about 1/2 full.
Small load: Fill the dryer drum with 3-4 items,
not more than 1/4 full.
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Large load: Fill the dryer drum up to about 3/4 full.
Do not overload. Items need to tumble freely.
USING YOUR DRYER
WARNING: To reduce the risk of re, electric shock, or injury to
persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before
operating this appliance.
1. Clean the lint screen
3. Press POWER/CANCEL
Clean the lint screen before each load. Pull the lint screen
straight up. Roll lint off the screen with your ngers. Do not rinse
or wash screen to remove lint. Wet lint is hard to remove. Push
the lint screen rmly back into place.
For additional cleaning information, see “Dryer Care”.
2. Load the dryer
Open the door by pulling on the handle. Place laundry in the
dryer. Add a dryer sheet to wet load, if desired. Close the door.
IMPORTANT: Do not overload the dryer. Items need to tumble
freely. Overloading can lead to poor drying performance and
may increase wrinkling and tangling.
Press the POWER/CANCEL button to turn on the dryer.
4. Select the desired cycle
Steam models
Non-steam models
Select the desired cycle for your load. See the “Cycle Guide”
for more information about each cycle.
NOTE: Not all cycles are available on all models.
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5. Adjust cycle modiers, if desired
Steam model shown
7. Press START/PAUSE to begin cycle
Press and hold the START/PAUSE button to begin the cycle.
You may adjust different settings, depending on whether you
have selected a Sensor Cycle, Timed Cycle, or Steam Cycle.
See the “Cycle Guide” for detailed information.
NOTE: Not all options and settings are available with all cycles.
Not all cycles are on all models.
Sensor Cycles:
You can select a different Dryness Level, depending on your
load, by pressing the Dryness Level button. Selecting Very,
More, Normal, Less, or Damp automatically adjusts the
Dryness Level at which the dryer will shut off. Once the
Dryness Level is set, it cannot be changed without stopping
the cycle.
Sensor cycles give the best drying in the shortest time.
Drying time varies based on fabric type, load size, and
dryness setting.
Timed Cycles:
When you select a Timed Cycle, the
default time appears in the display. Use
the + and - buttons to increase or decrease
the time in 1 minute increments. Press
and hold to change the time in 5 minute
increments.
The default temperature may be changed
by pressing the Temp Level button until the
desired dry temperature is lit.
Steam Cycles:
Auto Refresh with Steam:
Reduces odors and light wrinkles from small to medium-sized
loads of dry items. Dry time will automatically adjust when
the load size is sensed. Medium or High Temp Levels may be
selected.
Custom Refresh with Steam:
This cycle is best for reducing wrinkles and odors from dry
garments. Select the number of garments to be refreshed.
Cycle time will increase depending on number of garments
selected.
6. Select any additional options
8. Remove garments promptly
after cycle is nished
Steam model shown
Promptly remove garments
after cycle has completed to
reduce wrinkling. If you will
be unable to remove the load
promptly, select the Wrinkle
Prevent™/Wrinkle Prevent™ with
Steam option before pressing
Start/Pause.
Steam model
Changing the Sensor Cycle settings
to increase drying time
If all your loads on all Sensor Cycles are consistently not
as dry as you would like or are too dry, you may change the
default settings to increase or decrease the default dryness
level.
Your sensor drying settings can be adjusted to adapt to
different installations, environmental conditions or personal
preference. This change is retained and will affect all of your
sensor cycles, not just the current cycle/load.
There are 5 drying settings, they will appear in the time
display:
01 Factory preset dryness level.
02 Slightly drier clothes, 15% more drying time.
03 Much drier clothes, 30% more drying time.
04 Much damper clothes, 30% less drying time.
05 Slightly damper clothes, 15% less drying time.
Non-steam
model
Steam model shown
Add additional options such as Reduce Static, Wrinkle
Prevent™, Wrinkle Prevent™ with Steam and/or Steam Boost
by pressing the button for that option.
NOTE: Not all options and settings are available with all cycles.
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To change the drying settings:
NOTE: The settings cannot be changed while the dryer
is running or paused. The dryer must be in standby mode
(the Power button is off) to adjust the default settings.
1. Before starting a cycle, press and hold the Dryness
Level button for 6 seconds.
2. Press the Dryness Level button to select the dryness
level shown in the time display: 01, 02, 03, 04, or 05.
3. Press START/PAUSE to save the new dryness level
setting.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
USING THE DRYING RACK
To obtain a drying rack for your dryer, follow the instructions
included in your dryer drum. Remove and discard any
packing material before use.
Use the Drying Rack for items that you do not want to
tumble dry, such as sweaters and tennis shoes. When you
use the drying rack, the drum continues to turn, but the rack
remains stationary.
The drying rack is intended for use with the Timed Dry
cycles only. The drying rack cannot be used with
Sensor cycles.
To use the drying rack:
IMPORTANT: Do not remove the lint screen.
1. Open dryer door.
CHANGING THE DRUM LIGHT
The dryer light automatically turns on inside the dryer drum
when you open the door.
To change the drum light:
1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.
2. Open the dryer door. Locate the light bulb cover on the
back wall of the dryer. Remove the screw located in the
lower right corner of the cover. Remove the cover.
2. Align the two hooks on the front of the drying rack with
the holes in the dryer door opening and press down fully
into holes. Rest the rear support on the dryer back ledge.
3. Place wet items on top of the drying rack. Allow space
around items for air to circulate. The drying rack does
not move, but the drum will rotate; be sure to leave
adequate clearance between items and the inside of
the dryer drum. Make sure items do not hang over the
edges or between drying rack grille.
4. Close the door.
5. Select a Timed Dry/Air Only, or Low Temperature cycle.
Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be dried
on a clothesline or by using the Air Only setting.
6. When the cycle is selected, the Estimated Time
Remaining display shows the default time. You can
change the actual time in the cycle by increasing or
decreasing the cycle time.
7. Start the dryer.
NOTE: Check the lint screen and remove any lint
accumulated from items dried on the drying rack
after the cycle is nished.
3. Turn bulb counterclockwise. Replace the bulb with
a 10-watt appliance bulb only. Replace the cover and
secure with the screw.
4. Plug in dryer or reconnect power.
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DRYER CARE
CLEANING THE DRYER LOCATION
Keep dryer area clear and free from items that would
block the air ow for proper dryer operation. This includes
clearing piles of laundry in front of the dryer.
CLEANING THE DRYER INTERIOR
To clean dryer drum
1. Use a mild hand dish detergent mixed at a low
concentration with very warm water, and rub with
a soft cloth.
2. Rinse well with a wet sponge or towel.
3. Tumble a load of clean clothes or towels to dry drum
OR
Use a microber cloth and hot water in a spray bottle
to clean the drum and a second microber towel to dry.
NOTE: Garments that contain unstable dyes, such as
denim blue jeans or brightly colored cotton items, may
discolor the rear of the dryer interior. These stains are
not harmful to your dryer and will not stain future loads
of clothes. Dry unstable dye items inside out to avoid
transfer of dye.
REMOVING ACCUMULATED LINT
From Inside the Dryer Cabinet
Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often,
depending on dryer usage. Cleaning should be done
by a qualied appliance servicer.
From the Exhaust Vent
Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often,
depending on dryer usage.
CLEANING THE LINT SCREEN
Every load cleaning
The lint screen is located in the door opening of the dryer.
The control panel has an indicator light to remind you to
clean the lint screen after each load. A screen blocked
by lint will increase drying time.
To clean:
1. Pull the lint screen straight up. Roll lint off the screen
with your ngers. Do not rinse or wash screen to remove
lint. Wet lint is hard to remove.
2. Push the lint screen rmly back into place.
IMPORTANT:
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Do not run the dryer with the lint screen loose,
damaged, blocked, or missing. Doing so can cause
overheating and damage to both the dryer and fabrics.
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If lint falls off the screen into the dryer during removal,
check the exhaust hood and remove the lint. See
“Venting Requirements” in the “Installation Instructions”.
As needed cleaning
Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can build
up on the lint screen. This buildup can cause longer drying
times for your clothes, or cause the dryer to stop before
your load is completely dry. The screen is probably clogged
if lint falls off while the screen is in the dryer.
Clean the lint screen with a nylon brush every 6 months,
or more frequently, if it becomes clogged due to a residue
buildup.
To wash:
1. Roll lint off the screen with your ngers.
2. Wet both sides of lint screen with hot water.
3. Wet a nylon brush with
hot water and liquid detergent.
Scrub lint screen with the brush
to remove residue buildup.
4. Rinse screen with hot water.
5. Thoroughly dry lint screen with a clean towel.
Reinstall screen in dryer.
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