Speed Queen FEU17AWF1702 Owner’s Manual

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for your dryer

Information .... 3

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Drying ........ 6

ng Special Items .. 8

perating Your Dryer.. 11

Iothing Care Labels .. 14

Maintenance ......... 15

Troubleshooting...... 17

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Part No. 511942R1

December 2008

WARN IN G

YOUR SAFETY, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize

Ihe risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or

death, w033

• Do not store or use gasoline or
this or any other appliance.

• WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS"

Do not try to light any appliance.
Do not touch any electrical
Clear the room, building or area of

call your gas supplieJ

instructions.

lnot reac

gas supplier for suggested instructions to be followed

if
above

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance.

ty instructions plus the SAFETY and WARNING note directly

nt location near the dryer for customer use.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

vapors and liquids in the vicinity of

phone in your building.

hbor's phone. Follow the gas

le fire department.

a qualified installer, service agency or

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Safety Information

Explanation of Safety
Messages

Throughout this manual and on machine decals,

you will find precautionary statements

("DANGER," "WARN ING," and "CAUTION") Sollowed
by specific instructions. These precautions are

intended for the personal safety of the operator,
user, servicer, and those maintaining the machine.

DANGER

Indicates an imminently hazardous
situation that, if not avoided, will

cause severe personal injury or death.

WARNING

Indicates a hazardous situation that, if
not avoided, could cause severe

personal injury or death.

CAUTION

Indicates a hazardous situation that, if
not avoided, may cause minor or

moderate personal injury or property
damage.

Additional precautionary statements
("IMPORTANT" and "NOTE") are followed by

specific instructions.
IMPORTANT: The word "IMPORTANT" is used to

inform the reader of specific procedures where
minor machine damage will occur if the

procedure is not followed.

Important Safety Instructions

Save These Instructions

To reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock, serious injury or death to

persons when using your dryer, follow
these basic precautions:

.

Read all instructions before using the dryer.

2.

Refer to the GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS in
the INSTALLATION manual for the proper

grounding of the dryer.

.

Do not dry articles that have been previously

cleaned in, soaked in, washed in, or spotted
with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, other

flammable or explosive substances as they
give off vapors that could ignite or explode.

.

Do not allow children to play on or in the

dryer, Close supervision of children is
necessary when the dryer is used near

children. This is a safety rule for all
appliances.

.

Before the dryer is removed from service or

discarded, remove the door to the drying
compartment.

.

Do not reach into the dryer if the cylinder is
revolving.

.

Do not install or store the dryer where it will

be exposed to the water and/or weather,

.

Do not tamper with

the controls.

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NOTE: The word "NOTE" is used to communicate
installation, operation, maintenance or

servicing information that is important but not
hazard related.

@ Copyright 2008, Alliance Laundry Systems LLC

All rights resewed. No part of the contents of this book may be reproduced or

transmitted in any form or by any means without the expressed written

consent of the publisher.

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.

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.

This gas appliance contains or produces a
chemical or chemicals which can cause death

or serious illness and which are known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth

defects, or other reproductive harm. To

reduce the risk from substances in the fuel
or from fuel combustion, make sure this

appliance is installed, operated, and

maintained according to the manufacturer's
instructions.

16.

Dryer will not operate with the loading door
open. DO NOT bypass 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

or turning the START mechanism. Remove
the dryer from use and call the service

person.

17.

Do not put articles soiled with vegetable or

cooking oil in the dryer, as these oils may not

be removed during washing. Due to the
remaining oil, the fabric may catch on fire by

itselq

18.

To reduce the risk of fire, DO NOT put clothes
which have traces of any flammable
substances such as 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 dry_cleaning solvent in the
dryer.

19.

Use the dryer only for its intended purpose,

drying clothes.

20.

Always disconnect the electrical power to
the dryer before attempting service.

Disconnect the power cord by grasping the
plug, not the cord.

21.

If supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by a special cord or assembly

available from the manufacturer or its
service agent.

22.

Install this dryer according to the
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. All

connections for electrical power, grounding
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!

23.

Remove laundry immediately after the dryer
stops.

24.

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).

25.

Do not tumble fiberglass 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

fiberglass.

26.

ALWAYS follow the fabric care instructions
supplied by the garment manufacturen

27.

Never operate the dryer with any guards

and/or panels removed.

28.

DQ NOT operate the dryer with missing or
broken parts.

29.

DQ NOT bypass any safety devices.

30.

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.

NOTE: The WARNING AND IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS appearing in this manual are not

meant to cover all possible conditions and
situations that may occur. Observe and be

aware of other labels and precautions that are
located on the machine. They are intended to

provide instructions for safe use of the
machine. Common sense, caution and care

must be exercised when installing, maintaining,
or operating the dryer.

Always contact your dealer, distributor, or service
agent about any problems or conditions you do

not understand.

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

_y.However, dry permanent press

:r loads to prevent wrinklin_

'ect _cie for the

e, Follow the care labels on FLAME

RETARDANT, SCOTCH- GUARD TM, etc.,

_igarments for the proper washing and drying.

p if loads should be damp for ironing, turn

_imer knob to the ENERGY SAVER setting, if
_ppiicable, marked with a dot (o), in

UTQMATIC or TIME DRY cycles.

have correctly sorted the items for

shing, they should be properly sorted for drying

1. Sort by colon

2. Separate lint shedding fabrics and lint
receiving fabrics.

• days;
your

• Dry multiple loads of clothes one right after

another so dryer interior does not have to be

reheated for each load.

Helps and Hints

The directions for installation and proper
exhausting are given in the Installation

Instructions which are included with the

dryer.
Static electricity may cause garments of

synthetic fibers (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, or a fabric softener
sheet in the dryer, 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.

Towels, flannels, chenille, cottons, rugs, etc., shed
lint. Corduroys, knits (including socks), permanent

press, and synthetics attract lint.

3. Separate no heat, low heat and high heat
items.

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.

Tt W1991N

Remove permanent press loads immediately
after dryer stops.

Load •

WARNING

Do not wash or dry items soiled with
vegetable or cooking oils. Some oils

may remain after washing and may
cause the fabric to catch on fire by

itself.

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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 and help to reduce

wrinkles.

Large and small pieces together make up
loads which will tumble well. Permanent press

loads should be smaller to provide room for

tumbling. Proper tumbling allows for fewer
wrinkles.

The following illustrations show the ideal load
sizes for fabrics. The average load will fill the
cylinder one third to half full when wet.

DRY2031N

Cylinder with wet linens and cottons

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.

DRY2032N

Cylinder with wet permanent press items

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Drying Special Items

Bedspreads

Blanke;s

Elec;ric

Synthetic Fibers

Therma Cot;on

Wool

• Choose heat for fabric,

• DW one double or two single spreads,

• Chenille and tufted spreads will shed lint and should be dried by themselves,

• New spreads will contain loose lint, Tumble on NO HEAT Fabric Selector setting before
washing to remove loose lint,

• Dry completely,

• Choose DELICATE or NO NEAT Fabric Selec;or setting.

• If drying items in dryer is recommendea _y ;ne manufacturer, ary as for woo_.

• Do not stretch she _lan_e_ _ecause ofthe wiring.

• Some electric blan_e;s may nave an insulation onshe ;nermos;ass or on she wiring
which will not withs;an_ _ryer heat. Do no_ dryer dry unless sne _lan_e_

manufacturer says it can be done.

• Choose DELICATE or NO HEAT Fabric Selector setting.

• Some blankets are fluffy and will shed lin;. Tumble on NO HEAT Fabric Selector
setting before washing to remove loose lint.

• Dry in dryer unti/just _ry.

• Clean lint filter half way through drying cycle ....

• Choose AUTOMATIC REGULAR/DELICATE cycle.

• Agitation and _umbiing contribute to the shrinkage and felting of wool. Follow blanket

manufacturer's instructions for proper care.

• use approximately five dry _a_n towels ann place ;nero _e;ween folds in blanket $o
lessen the tumb ing.

• SetdCerfor 20 minutes on the TIME DRY cycle, tse REGULAR Fabric Selector
setting. Check blanket when timer reaches I0. Wool bianke;s must be removed from

_ne dryer when damp.

• Stretch item gently _o shape and finish arying in a flat position.

Curtains

Cotton

Fiberglass

Synthetic Fibers

Deni_'Cordu_oy' ChooseAUTOMATIC REGuLAR!DELICATES cyciel

...................................... • Dry Compiete!y and remo_e from aryer WhenSeams areSl ghtly _e_;Q m nimize .........

• Choose AUTOMATIC REGULAR/DELiCATE or TiME DRY cycle,

• Remove damp items for ironing or dry completely and then steam iron,

• DO HOTdry in the dryer unless recommended bythe manufacturer,

• Fiberglass may shred, Particles may remain in the dryer and rub off on the next load,

• "Beta" fiberglass may be dryer dried if recommended by the manufacturer,

• Choose DELICATE or NO HEAT Fabric Selector settings,

• Allow room for tumbling to prevent wrinkling,

• Delicate or sheer curtains must be dried bythemselves 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 cool down
period, Remove from dryer immediately and hang,

• if the dryer has been heated from a previous load, the HO HEAT Fabric Selector
setting may be sufficient,

Draperies

KnitArticles

• 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.

Knit fabrics are usuallj manufactured under tension (stretching). Cotton knits especiai_

Hay relax or _raw together if every Pit of moisture is removed from them. It is best so ta_e

them out of the d_jer with a trace of moisture remaining, then stretcn to sna _e. If items
shrink from over_rying, rewet tnem an_ _ry property.

Lingerie

Cottons

SyntheticFibers

WOO,

Cotton

Elastic

Foam Rubber
(Bras, bathing suits,

sun suits, etc.)

• Choose AUTOMATIC REGULAR/DELICATE or TIME DRY cycle.

• Remove slightly damp to minimize ironing.

• Reshape, smootn seams an_ pockets, etc.

• Choose 4UTOMATI; REGULAR/DELICATE or AUTOMATIC PERMANENT PRESS/KNITS
cycle.

• Turn inside outto prevent pilling.

• Dry sweaters only with similar fabrics because they are lint receivers.

• Make sure the load is large enough for tumbling.

• Dry completely an d remove from dryer immediately to minim ze wrinkling.

• Choose DELICATE or NO HEAT Fabric Selector setting.

• For wool a_eled "machine wasna_le," follow manufacturer's directions. For otner woo.

_se WOOll_lanl<etmetnod.

• Do not dryer dry loosely knit wool or hand knits.

• Dry flat and stretch so snape from a pattern _rawn before washing.

• Choose AUTOMATIC REGULAR/DELiCATE cycle.

• Elastic may be dried as for fabric.

• Do not overdry.

• DO NOT dry foam rubber items in the dryer with heat. Fire may result. Use NO HEAT

Fabric Selector setting only.

Spandex

Stretch Fabrics

Synthetic Fibers

• Choose DELICATE or NO HEAT Fabric Selector setting.

• Do not overdry.

• Choose heat for the most delicate fiber.

• Dry completely as stretch fabrics will stretch into shape.

• Avoid drying with lint shedding fabrics.

• Choose TiME DRY cycle. Use DELICATE Fabric Selector setting.

• Some sheer fabrics, especially sheer knits, can be heat sensitive. Dry until just dry

(about 10 minutes) and remove from dryer immediately.

• Sheer fabrics should not be washed and dried with garments containing hooks or
zippers.

• Manufactured fabrics will create static electricity if overdried.

• Use fabric softener and avoid overdrying.

continued

Mattress Pads • Read and Carefully fol 0wthe fabric Care !nstructi0ns supp! ed by the mat;tess pad

manufacturer.
Some mattress pads made of synthetic fibers are very heat sensitive. These pads

Can be flammable if 0Vet;heated or 0vertdriedi To avoid a fire hazard d0 not 0ver;d_
mattress pads;

a Remove mattress pads from the dryer while ;hey are sti!l dam B

Pillows

Feather and • Ticking must be strong and seams secure.
Down-Filled • After washing, shake pillow to fluff feathers.

• Dry one large or two smaller pillows. Use TiME DRY cycle. Use DELICATE or PERM

PRESS Fabric Selector setting.

• Shake and reposition pillows several times during drying.

• Pillows must be dry in the center to prevent mildew.

• Drying may take two hours or longer. Reset dryer timer if necessary.

Fiber-Filled (polyester) • Follow manufacturer's directions.

Foam Rubber • Do not dry inthe dryer.

Quilts i Ch0ose heat and cycle f0; fabric

! Old quilts maybe ton fragilet0 ma_hinewaSh or

• Quilts filled with Cotton may become lumpy.

...................................... Remove from dryer s!ightiy damp and stretch gently to Shape: Qui!ted articles may

Rugs

Cotton With Cotton • Choose AUTOMATIC REGULAR/DELiCATE or TiME DRY cycle.
Backing • Dry one large or several small rugs. For one small rug, add towels.

shrink if overdriedl

Rubber-Backed • Heat tends 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. Use NO HEAT Fabric Selector

setting only.

Synthetic Fibers • Choose DELICATE or NO HEAT Fabric Selector setting.

• Follow manufacturer's suggestions.

• Some rugs are heat sensitive and should be removed from the dryer when damp, or
dried with no heat.

! Rem0vefrom d_erwhensiight!YdamB

• Press p!eats, if necessa_, and replace on furniture immediate!y.

• Stretch fabrics and knits should be dried Complete!y s_ they will fit snug when ........

replaced on furniture:

Stuffed Animals and Toys • Make sure the filling and covering can be dryer dried.

• Cotton filling may become lumpy.

• Protect glass eyes by covering with a stocking or tie toy into a pillowcase.

• Choose heat for most sensitive fiber.

• Dry enough clothes inthe load for good tumbling. DONOTdry toys stuffed with foam
rubber or kapok in the dryer with heat.

• Use no HEAT Fabric Selector setting only.

Ten_is Shoes ch_se DEUCATE o_ NO HEAT Fabric SeleCtor se_ing;

• Use a drying rack ortumble with at leastfour old bath towels.

COuch cover, Sw0 chair covers anf ve Orsix pillow Covers aS one time:

Operating Your Dryer

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock, serious injury or death to

persons, read the Safety Information
section before operating the dryer.

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Available Drying Cycles

NOTE: The timer knob will not advance as quickly
in the AUTOMATIC cycles as it does in the TIME

DRY cycle. The time it takes for the timer to
advance depends on the type and size of the

load being dried.

The ENERGY SAVER settings, if applicable,
marked with a dot (o), show which settings will
use the least energy and will leave items damp for
easier ironing.

NOTE: Use the automatic cycles for drying
items that can be dried with heat. These cycles
automatically dry loads to the dryness level

selected.

MORE DRY will dry very small loads and some
heavy items, such as blue jeans, but will overary

lightweight items, such as sheets and shirts.
Overdrying can cause wrinkling, shrinking,
excessive lint conditions, and will use more energy
than necessary.

LESS DRY, which uses the least energy, will dry
large loads and lightweight items, such as sheets
and shirts, but might leave other items, such as
denim and heavy bath towels, more damp.

To increase energy savings and to make sure
loads are dried without overdrying, set your loads
on LESS DRY, If items are damp at the end of a
cycle, the timer knob needs to be set closer to
the MORE DRY setting the next time these loads
are dried. If items are overdry at the end of a
cycle, the timer knob should be set closer to
COOL DOWN when these loads are dried again.
Remember the settings that work best to get
ideal drying results.

Automatic Regular/Delicate Cycle

Use for sturdy items like play or work clothes and
also for delicate items. The type of heat is
determined by choosing the proper Fabric
Selector option. There are two settings in the

AUTOMATIC REGULAR/DELICATE cycle -- MORE
DRY and LESS DRY,

Time Dry Cycle

This cycle will operate dryer for up to 75 minutes.
Cottons and heavyweight items dry best between

5© and 75 minutes, and lightweight items dry
best between 2Q and 4Q minutes.

Automatic Permanent Press/Knits Cycle

Use for permanent press items and synthetics.
The type of heat is determined by selecting the
proper Fabric Selector option. There are two

settings in the AUTOMATIC PERMANENT PRESS/
KNITS cycle -- MORE DRY and LESS DRY,

The COOL DOWN period at the end of each cycle
provides items a chance to tumble with no heat
and cool down to room temperature. This
prevents wrinkles from setting if items cannot be
cared for immediately.

Referto the INSTALLATION

JCTIONSbeforeusingdryer.

Beforeusingdryerfor the first

useanall-purposecleaneror a deterc

water solution and a damp cloth to remo,

lipping dust from inside of dryer drum.

Sort items into separate loads.

If uring
norm_

2. Remove lint filter cover, clean lint filter and
replace cover,

4. Closeloading door, Dryer willnot operate with
the door open.

DRY2026N

Select Fabric Selector. Follow garment

manufacturer's care labels for recommended

tern peratu re setting s.

6. Select timer setting in cycle desired. These
cycles control the drying time.

The ENERGY SAVER settings, if applicable,
marked with a dot (.), show which dryer settings

will use the least energy and will leave items damp
for easier ironing.

7. Push timer knob in to start dryer.

DRY2025

3. Add clothes loosely into dryer drum. Add
fabric softener sheet, if desired.

NOTE: To avoid damage to dryer, do not use
more than one fabric softener sheet per load.

TLW2032N

NOTE: To stop dryer at any time, open the door
or turn timer knob to an OFF position. To

restart dryer, close door, reset timer if
necessary, and push in the timer knob.

End of Cycle Signal (available on select
models only)

The volume ofthe signal tone may be set on OFF,
LOUD or between the two selections. If a volume

level is selected, the signal will let you know when
the cycle is done. The signal will stop when the

door is opened, or when the timer is advanced to
an OFF position.