STARTING YOUR DRYER
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to
persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before
operating this appliance.
Before using your dryer, wipe the dryer drum with a damp cloth
to remove dust from storing and shipping.
Clean lint screen before each load.
■
See "Cleaning the Lint Screen".
Load clothes loosely into the dryer and
■
close the door. Do not pack the dryer.
Allow space for clothes to tumble freely.
Turn the CYCLE CONTROL knob to the
■
recommended cycle and temperature
for the type of load being dried. See
"Drying, Cycle, and Temperature Tips."
On 120 volt models, slide WASH/DRY
■
selector to DRY.
Press the PUSH TO START DRYER knob.
■
STOPPING AND RESTARTING
You can stop your dryer anytime during a cycle.
To stop your dryer
Open the dryer door or turn the CYCLE CONTROL knob to Off.
NOTE: The Cycle Control knob should point to an Off area when
the dryer is not in use.
To restart your dryer
Close the door.
■
Select a new cycle and temperature (if desired).
■
Press the PUSH TO START DRYER knob.
■
LOADING
Load clothes loosely into the dryer. Do not pack the dryer. Allow
space for clothes to tumble freely. The following chart shows
examples of balanced loads that would allow for proper tumbling.
Heavy work
2 pair pants, 3 work shirts
clothes
Delicates
1 camisole, 2 slips, 4 undergarments,
1 set of sleep wear, 1 half slip
Towels
9 bath towels or 6 bath towels,
3 hand towels, 6 washcloths
Mixed Load
2 pillowcases, 1 T-shirt, 2 shirts,
1 pair pants
Knits
2 pants, 2 shirts; or 3 dresses
Permanent
6 shirts; or 2 double sheets & 2 pillowcases;
Press
or 2 single sheets & 2 pillowcases
DRYING, CYCLE, AND TEMPERATURE TIPS
Select the correct cycle and temperature for your load.
Drying tips
Follow care label directions when they are available.
■
If you use fabric softener sheets, use only those labeled
■
as dryer safe. Follow package instructions.
Remove the load from the dryer as soon as tumbling stops
■
to reduce wrinkling. This is especially important for permanent
press, knits, and synthetic fabrics.
Cycle and temperature tips
Dry most loads using the Auto Dry Normal setting.
■
Use the More setting for drying heavyweight items such
■
as towels and work clothes.
Use an Auto Dry Normal setting for drying medium weight
■
items such as sheets, underwear, permanent press fabrics,
and some knits.
Use the Less setting for drying lightweight items such as
■
lingerie, blouses, dresses, and some knits.
Use Air Only setting for rubber, plastic, or heat-sensitive
■
fabrics.
Line dry bonded or laminated fabrics.
■
If you are unsure of the temperature to select for a load, select a
lower setting rather than a higher setting.
NOTE: If you have questions about drying temperatures for various
loads, refer to the care label directions.
27