All about the Use & Care of your Dryer TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S Important Safety Instructions ..............................2-4 Warranty ............................................................ 16 Operating Instructions ...................................... 5-12 Français..............................................................17 Care and Cleaning ............................................... 13 Español ..............................................................
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING WARNING Please read all instructions before using this dryer. Recognize safety symbols, words and labels Safety items throughout this manual are labeled with a WARNING or CAUTION based on the risk type as described below: Definitions This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PROTECT CHILDREN • Do not allow children to play on or in the dryer. Close supervision of children is necessary when the dryer is used near children. As children grow, teach them the proper, safe use of all appliances. • Destroy the carton, plastic bag and other packing materials after the dryer is unpacked. Children might use them for play. Cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads or plastic sheets can become airtight chambers. • Keep laundry products out of children’s reach.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Normal Operating Sounds You may or may not hear the following sounds from your new dryer: A. SUSPENSION ROLLERS The dryer drum is supported by a set of suspension rollers. At times there may be a thumping or rolling sound when the dryer starts. This may happen if the dryer has not been in use for a period of time, or after a heavy load has remained in the dryer drum for an extended period, creating a temporary flat spot on the edge of the roller.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operating Your Dryer, continued 2 Check that the lint filter is clean and in place. Í NOTE If a setting is not available for the cycle selected, the indicator will not light. • Adjustments made to a cycle will be remembered and recalled each time that cycle is selected in the future. To return to factory settings, press these two buttons at the same time and hold until the signal sounds. 3 Load the dryer and close the door. • Load items loosely.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS This manual covers many models and not all cycles, options, or features listed are available on every model. Console shown above for reference only. Your model may differ. Cycle Selection Turn the cycle selector in either direction to the cycle desired. For best results Follow the fabric care label instructions on items to be dried. Once a cycle is running, turning the selector knob to another selection will not change the cycle.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Cycle Selection, continued casual Select this cycle to dry cottons, blends and permanent press items with a no-iron finish. normal Select this cycle to dry everyday fabrics including cottons, linens and sheets. heavy duty Select this Auto Dry cycle to dry durable fabrics such as work wear and overalls. towels Select this cycle to dry heavy loads such as towels and non-rubber-backed bath mats. delicates Select this cycle to dry knits and delicates.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Cycle Settings For best results Follow the fabric care label instructions on items to be dried. Appropriate drying temperature, dryness level and options will automatically be displayed for each cycle. The settings can be modified before the cycle is started. Make modifications based on load size, dampness and fabric type and durability. Modifications for each cycle will be remembered and recalled each time that cycle is selected in the future.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Cycle Options To select an option, press options until the indicator for the desired option flashes, then press select. If an option is not available for a cycle, the indicator will not light. Follow the same steps to delete an option. Occasionally, a setting and option in the same cycle will conflict with each other, like sanitize temp and damp dry level. When this happens, the option selected first will cause the conflicting option to not be selectable.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Dryer Settings Chart timed dry (60-75) timed dry (90) quick dry 9 9 9 9 9 9 allergy 9 9 9 9 9 9 kids wear 9 9 refresh 9 9 9 jeans 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 bedding 9 9 delicates 9 9 9 towels heavy duty 9 9 9 casual normal These Temperatures, Dryness levels and Options are available with the following cycles: 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 temp sanitize high normal low 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 air dry 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 dryness level max high normal low damp 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Other Features Drying Rack (on select models) Use the drying rack for items which should not be tumble dried. Insert the rack into the dryer drum, resting the back support on the moisture sensor bars and the front legs on the air grill. Place items to be dried on top of the rack, leaving space between items and not allowing them to hang over the sides or through the holes. The weight should not exceed 10 lbs (4.5 kg).
CARE AND CLEANING WARNING FIRE HAZARD A clothes dryer produces combustible lint. The dryer must be connected to an outdoors exhaust. Regularly inspect the outdoor exhaust opening and remove any accumulation of lint around the opening and in the surrounding area. WARNING To reduce risk of fire or serious injury to persons or property, comply with the basic warnings listed in the Important Safety Instructions and those listed below.
SOLUTIONS TO COMMON PROBLEMS Common Drying Problems Many drying problems involve poor cleaning results, poor soil and stain removal, residues of lint and scum, and fabric damage. For satisfactory drying results, follow these suggestions provided by The Soap and Detergent Association. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE MEASURES Greasy, oily stains • Fabric softener sheet. • Rub fabric softener stains with bar soap. Rinse and rewash. • Add a few bath towels to small loads for proper tumbling.
SOLUTIONS TO COMMON PROBLEMS Avoid Service Checklist Before calling for service, review this list. It may save both time and expense. The list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this dryer. OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Dryer does not start. Electrical power cord is not securely plugged in or plug may be loose. Make sure the plug fits tightly in wall outlet. House fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped.
MAJOR APPLIANCE WARRANTY INFORMATION For the applicable warranty period as set forth below, as measured from your original date of purchase, Electrolux will repair or replace any parts of this appliance that prove to be defective in materials or workmanship when such appliance is installed, used and maintained in accordance with the provided instructions.
