Roper RGC3422A, REP3422A, REC3422A User Manual
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COMPACT ELECTRIC AND GAS DRYERS
MODELS REC3422A RGC3422A REP3422A
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A Note To You
Thank you for buying a Roper appliance.
You have purchased a quality, world-class home appliance. Years of engineering experience have
gone into its manufacturing. Use this Use and Care Guide to safely and efficiently operate and
maintain your appliance. Complete and mail the Ownership Registration Card provided with your
appliance. This will help us notify you about any new information on your appliance.
Your safety is important to us.
This guide contains safety symbols and statements. Please pay special attention to these symbols
and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explanation of the use of each symbol.
This symbol will help alert you to such dangers
as personal injury, burns, fire and electrical
shock.
This symbol will help you avoid actions which
could cause product damage (scratches,
dents, etc.) and damage to your personal
property.
Our toll-free number, l-80044-ROPER (l-800447-6737),
is available 24 hours a day.
If you have a question concerning your appliance’s operation, or if you need service, first see ‘If
You Need Assistance or Service” on pages 18 and 19. If you need further help, call us. When
calling, you will need to know your appliance’s complete model number and serial number. You
can find this information on the model and serial number label (see diagram on page 5). For your
convenience, we have included a handy place below for you to record these numbers, the purchase date from the sales slip and your dealer’s name and telephone number. Keep this book and
the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference.
Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Dealer Name
Dealer Phone
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Understanding Safety
For your safety, the information in this manual must
be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion
or to prevent property damage,
-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 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 neighbor’s phone.
Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
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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.
personal injury or
IMPORTANT SAFEl-Y INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons when
using your dryer, follow basic precautions, including the following:
l Read all instructions before using your dryer.
l Do not machine wash or machine dry items
cleaned, washed, soaked in, or spotted with
wax, paint, gasoline, oil, dry cleaning
solvents, and other flammable fluids. The
fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion.
Always hand wash and line dry items
containing these materials.
l Do not allow children to operate, play with or
crawl inside your dryer. Supervise children
when your dryer is used near children.
l Do not reach into a dryer if the drum
is moving.
l When removing from service or discarding
a dryer, always remove the door to prevent
accidental entrapment.
l Do not dry rubber, rubber-like, and heat
sensitive materials with heat.
Understanding your responsibilities
l Never operate the dryer if:
-it is not working right (i.e. noisy,
too hot).
-it is damaged.
-parts are missing.
-all panels are not in place.
-the lint screen is loose, damaged or
missing.
l Unplug the power supply cord or turn off
electrical power before attempting to
service your dryer. Shut off gas valve if
you have a gas dryer.
l Do not wash or dry items that are soiled
with vegetable or cooking oil. These items
may contain some oil after laundering.
Due to the remaining oil, the fabric may
smoke or catch fire by itself.
l Store flammable solvents or fluids away
from your dryer.
l Dry cleaning solvents or fluids should
never be put directly into your dryer.
l Install and/or store dryer where it will not
be exposed to the weather.
l Do not tamper with the controls.
l You are responsible for making sure that
your dryer is installed, repaired and has
parts replaced by a qualified person.
l Use only fabric softeners specifically
labeled as not being harmful to the dryer.
l Do not allow lint to build-up inside the dryer
or exhaust system. Cleaning should be
done periodically by a qualified person.
l Clean lint screen before or after each load.
l Do not let dust, lint, paper, rags, chemicals,
etc. pile up around or under the dryer.
l Dryer must be electrically grounded. See
the Installation Instructions.
l Be sure that your dryer:
-is properly installed and leveled on a
floor that can support the weight in a
well-ventilated room.’
-is connected to the proper outlet and
electrical supply.*
-is properly connected to fuel and
exhaust systems (gas dryers must be
vented outdoors).*
-is not installed against draperies or
curtains, or on carpet.’
-is located in an area where the temperature is above 45°F (7°C).
-is properly maintained.
-is used only for jobs normally expected
of home clothes dryers.
-is not used by anyone unable to operate
it properly.
‘See the Installation Instructions for com-
plete information.
- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -
Knowing Your Dryer’s Features
The parts and features of your dryer are illustrated below. Become familiar with all parts and
features before using your dryer.
NOTE: The drawings in this book may vary from your dryer model. They are designed to show the
different features of all models covered by this book. Your model may not include all features.
Start button
Lint screen
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Modal Md l srlsl
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Access door
(gas models only)
Optional mounting kits
You can mount your compact dryer above your
compact washer using one of the following,
Fire and Explosion hazard
If mounting a gas dryer, use only Dryer
Stand Kit, Part No. 695570. Using any
other kit could result in a gas leak.
Failure follow the above instructions could
cause fire or explosion.
l Dryer Stand Kit for permanent installation,
secured to the wall.
Part No. 695570 (electric or gas)
l Stack Kit for free-standing installation.
Part No. 346721 (electric)
End of cycle signal
(not shown)
l Stack Kit to mount dryer permanentiy onto
the washer.
Almond
Part No. 3390196 (electric)
White
Part No. 3390175 (electric)
l Dryer Wall-Mounting Kit for securing the
dryer to the wall with a steel bracket.
Part No. 345994 (electric)
NOTE: The wall must be strong enough to
support the dryer’s weight. (Do not use in
mobile homes.)
Optional deflector kit
l Exhaust Deflector Kit to move dryer exhaust
up, down, or to the side.
Part No. 346001 (electric)
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Operating Your Dryer
In This Section
starting your dryw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Before
Starting
Operating your dryer properly assures the best drying results. This section gives you important
information to help you to select a cycle, time, and temperature.
or stopping your dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
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Selecfing a cycle
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Before starting your dryer
Refer to the information below, and ‘Laundry
Tips” on page 12 for control setting, sorting,
and loading information.
NOTE: Remove any hang tags or temporary
labels before using your dryer. Wipe dryer
drum with a damp cloth to remove dust from
storing and shipping.
Starting or stopping your dryer
Starting your dryer
Close the door and select a cycle and temperature. Push the Start button. See pages 7-8 for
additional setting information. Your dryer
automatically stops when a cycle ends.
Stopping and restarting your
dryer
Open the dryer door or turn the Cycle Control
Knob to OFF. Close the door: make new selections (if necessary). Push the Start Button.
NOTE:
an OFF area when the dryer is not in use. If the
dryer is stopped before the cycle is finished, turn
the Cycle Control Knob to an OFF area.
The Cycle Control Knob should point to
End of cycle signal
The dryer sounds a signal to let you know when
the cycle is finished. The signal is not adjustable
and cannot be turned off.
The signal is helpful when you are drying
permanent press, synthetics, and other items
that should be taken out as soon as the
dryer stops.
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