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ELECTRIC DRYER
Use & Care Guide
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TABLE OF CONTENTS DRYER SAFETY..............................................................................3 Control Locked...........................................................................16 Loading.......................................................................................16 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................4 Drying and Cycle Tips ................................................................17 Tools and Parts ..................
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DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.” These words mean: You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Tools and Parts Options Check that you have everything necessary for correct installation. Proper installation is your responsibility. Pedestal Flat-blade screwdriver Safety glasses Are you placing the dryer on a pedestal? You may purchase a pedestal separately for this dryer. This pedestal will add about Adjustable wrench that Vent clamps 13 in. (33 cm) to the height of your unit for a total height of opens to 1 in. (2.5 cm) or Caulking gun and approxim
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Installation clearances The location must be large enough to fully open the dryer Location Requirements door. Additional spacing should be considered for ease of installation and servicing. Additional clearances might be required for wall, door and floor moldings. Additional spacing of 1 in. (2.5 cm) on all sides of the dryer is recommended to reduce noise transfer. Companion appliance spacing should also be considered. Dryer Dimensions Explosion Hazard ½ Keep flammable materials
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Minimum installation spacing for recessed or closet Minimum installation spacing for cabinet installation installation, with or without a pedestal The dimensions shown are for the minimum spacing allowed. The dimensions shown are for the minimum spacing allowed. For cabinet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation For closet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation openings in the top of the cabinet are required. openings in the top and bottom of the door are required. 7" (
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If your outlet looks like this: Electrical Requirements It is your responsibility To contact a qualified electrical installer. To be sure that the electrical connection is adequate and in 4-wire receptacle (14-30R) conformance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA Then choose a 4-wire power supply cord with ring or spade 70-latest edition and all local codes and ordinances. terminals and UL approved strain relief. The 4-wire power supply The National Electric Code requires a 4-wi
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Direct Wire Electrical Connection Power Supply Cord Fire Hazard Use 10 gauge solid copper wire. Fire Hazard Use a UL listed strain relief. Use a new UL listed 30 amp power Disconnect power before making electrical supply cord. connections. Use a UL listed strain relief. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to Disconnect power before making electrical center terminal (silver). connections. Ground wire (green or bare wire) must be Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to co
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Electrical Connection Options 3. Connect ground wire (green or bare) of power supply cord to external ground conductor screw. Tighten screw. If your home has: And you will be Go to Section 4. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) of power supply connecting to: cord under center screw of the terminal block. 4-wire receptacle A UL listed, 120/ 4-wire connection: 4 1 (NEMA Type 14-30R) 240 volt Power supply cord minimum, 30 amp, dryer power supply 2 cord* 4-wire direct A fused 4-wire co
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3. Connect ground wire (green or bare) of power supply cable to 2. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) of power supply external ground conductor screw. Tighten screw. cord to the center, silver-colored terminal screw of the terminal block. Tighten screw. 4 1 1 3 2 2 4 5 3 6 5 1. External ground conductor screw 2. Green or bare copper wire of power supply cord 3. ³⁄₄ in. (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief 1. External ground conductor screw 4. Center silver-colored terminal block s
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2. Place the hooked end of the neutral wire (white or center wire) 6. Connect a separate copper ground wire from the external of power supply cable under the center screw of terminal ground conductor screw to an adequate ground. block (hook facing right). Squeeze hooked end together. Tighten screw. 1 2 1 3 3 4 2 4 5 1. External ground conductor screw 2. Neutral grounding wire (green/yellow) 3. Center silver-colored terminal block screw 1. External ground conductor screw 4. Neutral wire
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Use clamps to seal all joints. Exhaust vent must not be Optional exhaust installations connected or secured with screws or other fastening devices This dryer can be converted to exhaust out the right side, left which extend into the interior of the duct. Do not use duct side, or through the bottom. Contact your local dealer to have the tape. dryer converted. IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances. Improper venting can cause moisture and lint to collect indoors, which may re
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NOTE: The following kits for close clearance alternate The angled hood style (shown following) is acceptable. installations are available for purchase. Please see the 4" “Assistance or Service” section of this manual to order. (10.2 cm) Over the top Installation: Part Number 4396028 2½" (6.4 cm) Periscope Installation (For use with dryer vent to wall vent mismatch): See the exhaust vent length chart that matches your hood Part Number 4396037 - 0 in. (0 cm) to 18 in. (45.72 cm)
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Install Leveling Legs Connect Vent 1. Using a 4 in. (10.2 cm) clamp, connect vent to exhaust outlet in dryer. If connecting to existing vent, make sure the vent is WARNING clean. The dryer vent must fit over the dryer exhaust outlet and inside the exhaust hood. Make sure the vent is secured Excessive Weight Hazard to exhaust hood with a 4 in. (10.2 cm) clamp. Use two or more people to move and install 2. Move dryer into final position. Do not crush or kink vent. dryer. Make sure dryer is l
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DRYER USE WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before Starting Your Dryer operating this appliance. The following is a guide to starting your dryer. Please refer to specific sections of this manual for more detailed information. 1. Clean lint screen before or after each cycle. See “Cleaning the Lint Screen.” 2. Place laundry into dryer and shut door. See “Loading.” 3. Rotate the dial to select either an Automatic or
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To use a Manual Cycle Rotate the dial to select a Manual Cycle. Control Locked Press MORE TIME or LESS TIME until the desired drying time This feature allows you to lock your settings to prevent is displayed. Tap MORE TIME or LESS TIME and the time will unintended use of the dryer. You can also use the Control Locked change by 1-minute intervals. Press and hold MORE TIME or feature to prevent unintended cycle or option changes during LESS TIME and the time will change by 5-minute intervals
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Sensing When a cycle is first turned on, the SENSING light glows until a Drying and Cycle Tips wet item is detected. Select the correct cycle and dryness level or temperature for your In an Automatic Cycle, if a wet item has not been detected load. If an Automatic Cycle is running, the display shows the within 10 minutes, the Sensing light will turn off and the dryer estimated cycle time when your dryer is automatically sensing will shut down. the dryness level of your load. If a Manual
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Automatic Preset Cycle Settings Cycles Automatic Cycles Temp. Time* Load Type (Minutes) Select the drying cycle that matches the type of load you are drying (see Automatic Preset or Manual Preset Cycle Settings High 40 charts). HEAVY DUTY Heavyweight, towels NORMAL Medium 34 Corduroys, work clothes CASUAL Medium 36 Permanent press, synthetics Low 28 DELICATE Lingerie, blouses, washable woolens SUPER DELICATE Extra Low 22 Cycle control knob Exercise wear, sheer curtains, lace Automatic Cyc
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End of Cycle Signal The End of Cycle Signal produces an audible sound when the Additional Features drying cycle is finished. Promptly removing clothes at the end of the cycle reduces wrinkling. WRINKLE SHIELD™ Feature When you are unable to remove a load of clothes from the dryer as soon as it stops, wrinkles can form. The WRINKLE SHIELD™ feature periodically tumbles, rearranges and fluffs the load to avoid wrinkles. Press the WRINKLE SHIELD™ feature to get up to 120 minutes of heat-fre
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NOTE: Do not allow items to hang over the edge of the rack. DRYER CARE Cleaning the Dryer Location Keep dryer area clear and free from items that would obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air. 4. Close the door. 5. Select a timed drying cycle and temperature, or an air cycle (see following chart). Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be dried on a clothesline or by using the Air Only temperature setting. 6. You must select a time by pressing MORE TIME or LESS TIME. R
