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ELECTRONIC
GAS DRYER
Use & Care Guide
In the U.S.A., for questions about features, operation/
performance, parts, accessories or service call:
1-800-253-1301
In Canada, for assistance call: 1-800-461-5681 for
installation and service call: 1-800-807-6777
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ÉLECTRONIQUE
Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien
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TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE DES MATIÈRES DRYER SAFETY..............................................................................3 SÉCURITÉ DE LA SÉCHEUSE ....................................................22 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................5 INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION.............................................24 Tools and Parts ............................................................................5 Outillage et pièces..........................
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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 DANGER
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WA RNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the dryer, follow basic precautions, including the following: Read all instructions before using the dryer. Do not repair or replace any part of the dryer or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in this Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer. Use and Care Guide or in published user-repair instruc- Items contaminated w
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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 8" or 10" pipe wrench Knife Are you placing the dryer on a pedestal? You may purchase a pedestal separately for this dryer. This pedestal will add about 8" or 10" adjustable Safety glasses 13" (33 cm) to the height of your unit for a total height of wrench (for gas Vent clamps approximately 51" (130 cm). connecti
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Dryer Dimensions Location Requirements 51½" (130.81 cm) WARNING 38" (96.52 cm) Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer. *31½" (80 cm) 27" Place dryer at least 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor (68.6 cm) for a garage installation. Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire. *Most installations require a minimum 5½" (14 cm) clearance behind the dryer for the exhaust vent with elbow. See “Venting Requirements.” You wil
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Recessed or closet installation - Dryer on pedestal Electrical Requirements 14" max. (35.6 cm) 18" min. WARNING (45.72 cm) Electrical Shock Hazard 0" 27" 0" 0" 31½" 0" (0 cm) (68.6 cm) (0 cm) (0 cm) (80 cm) (0 cm) Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. AB Do not remove ground prong. A. Recessed area Do not use an adapter. B. Side view - closet or confined area Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, Minimum installation spacing f
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Gas supply line ½" IPS pipe is recommended. Gas Supply Requirements ³⁄₈" approved tubing is acceptable for lengths under 20 ft (6.1 m) if local codes and gas supplier permit. WARNING Must include ¹⁄₈" NPT minimum plugged tapping accessible for test gauge connection, immediately upstream of the gas connection to the dryer (see following illustration). Must include a shutoff valve: In the U.S.A.: An individual manual shutoff valve must be installed within Explosion Hazard six (6) feet
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Dryer gas pipe The dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent, chimney, wall, ceiling, or a concealed space of a building. The gas pipe that comes out through the rear of your dryer has a ³⁄₈" male pipe thread. Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch. Do not install flexible metal vent in enclosed walls, ceilings or floors. B *6¼" Use clamps to seal all joints. Exhaust vent must not be (15.9 cm) connected or secured with screws or other fastening devices
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Optional exhaust installations NOTE: The following kits for close clearance alternate installations are available for purchase. Please see the This dryer can be converted to exhaust out the right side, left “Assistance or Service” section of this manual to order. side, or through the bottom. Contact your local dealer to have the dryer converted. Over the top Installation: Part Number 4396028 WARNING Periscope Installation (For use with dryer vent to wall vent mismatch): Part Number 439
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Type of hood. Recommended hood styles are shown here. Install Vent System 1. (Optional) Put on safety glasses and gloves. B 2. Install exhaust hood. Use caulking compound to seal exterior wall opening around exhaust hood. A 3. Connect vent to exhaust hood. Vent must fit inside exhaust hood. Secure vent to exhaust hood with 4" (10.2 cm) clamp. 4" 4. Run vent to dryer location. Use the straightest path possible. (10.2 cm) See “Determine Vent Length.” Avoid 90º turns. Use clamps to
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For mobile home use 3. Open the shutoff valve in the supply line. The valve is open when the handle is parallel to the gas pipe. Gas dryers must be securely fastened to the floor at the time of installation. A B A. Closed valve B. Open valve Mobile home installations require a Mobile Home Installation Kit. 4. Test all connections by brushing on an approved For more information, please reference the service numbers in noncorrosive leak-detection solution. Bubbles will show a the “Assistanc
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DRYER USE The following is a guide to starting your dryer. Please refer to specific sections of this manual for more detailed information. Starting Your Dryer 1. Clean lint screen before or after each cycle. See “Cleaning the Lint Screen.” WARNING 2. Place laundry into dryer and shut door. See “Loading.” 3. Rotate the dial to select either an Automatic or Manual Cycle then press the CONTROL ON button. The preset settings and drying time for the cycle chosen will be displayed. To use an Autom
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To use a Manual Cycle Control Locked Rotate the dial to select a Manual Cycle. This feature allows you to lock your settings to prevent Press MORE TIME or LESS TIME until the desired drying unintended use of the dryer. You can also use the Control Locked time is displayed. Tap MORE TIME or LESS TIME and the feature to prevent unintended cycle or option changes during time will change by 1-minute intervals. Press and hold MORE TIME or LESS TIME and the time will change by dryer operatio
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Drying tips Cool Down Follow care label directions when they are available. The COOL DOWN light glows during the cool down part of the cycle. Laundry is cooling down for ease in handling. If desired, add a fabric softener sheet. Follow package instructions. Cycle Complete Remove the load from the dryer as soon as tumbling stops to This light glows when a drying cycle is finished. If the WRINKLE reduce wrinkling. This is especially important for permanent SHIELD™ feature has been sele
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Super Delicate Use this cycle to get Extra Low heat to gently dry items such as Additional Features lingerie, exercise wear, or sheer curtains. WRINKLE SHIELD™ Feature Automatic Preset Cycle Settings When you are unable to remove a load of clothes from the dryer as soon as it stops, wrinkles can form. The WRINKLE SHIELD™ Automatic Cycles Temp. Time* feature periodically tumbles, rearranges and fluffs the load to Load Type (Minutes) avoid wrinkles. Press the WRINKLE SHIELD™ feature to get
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End of Cycle Signal 4. Close the door. The End of Cycle Signal produces an audible sound when the 5. Select a timed drying cycle and temperature, or an air cycle drying cycle is finished. Promptly removing clothes at the end of (see following chart). Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic the cycle reduces wrinkling. 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. Reset time as needed to complete d
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Cleaning the Lint Screen Cleaning the Dryer Interior Every load cleaning To clean dryer drum The lint screen is located in the door opening of the dryer. Clean it 1. Make a paste with powdered laundry detergent and very before or after each load. A screen blocked by lint can increase warm water. drying time. 2. Apply paste to a soft cloth. To clean OR Apply a liquid, nonflammable household cleaner to the 1. Pull the lint screen straight up. Roll lint off the screen with stained area and rub w
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TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid the cost of a service call... Dryer displaying code message Unusual sounds “PF” (power failure), check the following: Has the dryer had a period of non-use? Was the drying cycle interrupted by a power failure? If the dryer hasn’t been used for a while, there may be a Press (and hold) HOLD TO START button to restart the dryer. thumping sound during the first few minutes of operation. “E” Variable (E1, E2, E3) servi
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Odors Garment damage Have you recently been painting, staining or varnishing in Check the following: the area where your dryer is located? Were zippers, snaps, and hooks left open? If so, ventilate the area. When the odors or fumes are gone Were strings and sashes tied to prevent tangling? from the area, rewash and dry the clothing. Were care label instructions followed? Were items damaged before drying? ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Before calling for assistance or service, please check For furth
