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Owner's Manual
Contents
Important Safety Information ............... 3
Drying Clothes ................................... 4
Features, Hints, and Care .................. 6
Reversing the Door ............................. 7
Drying Guide ...................................... 8
Trouble Shooting ................................ 10
Amana Dryer Warranty ....................... 12
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Thank you for buying an Amana dryer! Please take the time to complete the registration card and return promptly, if Asure TM Extended registration card is missing, call Amana Consumer Affairs Department. When Service Plan contacting Amana, provide product information from serial plate found on upper right hand corner of door opening: Amana Appliances offers long-term Serial Plate service protection lk)r this new dryer. Model Number Asure TM Extended Service Plan, Manufacturing (P) Number coverin
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Important Safety Information WARNING To reduce risk of fire, electric shock, serious injury, or death when using your dryer, follow these basic precautions= 1. Read all instructions before 21. Always read and follow 11. Do not repair or replace any part using dryer. of dryer or attempt any service, manufacturer's instructions on 2. Install dryer according to unless specifically recommended packages of laundry aids. Heed Installation Instructions. Refer in user-maintenance instructions all warnin
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Drying Clothes If These Controls 1. Sort clothes for drying are Different from Properly dried clothes will need a minimum of care when removed from the dryer. Clothes properly sorted for washing should be properly sorted Yours for drying also. Follow the examples below. These controls are intended to show the SORT EXAMPLES variety of features that are available in the product line. If your dryer does not Dark and Light Separate light clothes from dark clothes. have all the options that are shown
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Drying Clothes (cont'd) SIGNAL 4. Select SIGNAL volume (some models) If a volume level is selected, the signal will let you know when the cycle is done. Signal will stop when the door is opened, or when the timer is advanced to an OFF position. LOUD OFF 5. Select EXTENDED TUMBLE, if desired (some models) On Automatic cycles only, EXTENDED TUMBLE cycle helps to reduce wrinkling after the normal drying cycle. After COOL DOWN portion of the cycle, it continues to tumble clothes without heat for 40
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Features, Hints, and Care Follow the Colors Optional Drying Rack YOLU" dryer control panel is color coordinated for your convenience. When yuu set your controls, notice Drying Rack, Part No. 504105, is useful for which colors are the same. They will drying items that require no-tumble drying, (some models) such as tennis shoes, sweaters, stuffed '_ help guide you through setting the controls. toys or other delicate items. Drying Times General Dryer Care [t is impossible to give exact drying Dryi
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Reversing the Door To reverse doors perform the following steps: 1. Remove four hinge attaching screws• 2. Remove all 9 screws from door and hinges. 3. Pull bottom of door liner out (A), then pull down (B), removing door liner from door panel. 4. Rotate door panel 180+as shown• 5. Remove door strike from door liner and reinstall on opposite side. 6. Insert liner under flange on bottom of door (A), then push top of door liner into place (B) 7. Reinstall 9 screws removed in Step 2. 8. Using a scre
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Drying Guide Item Special Instructions Bedspreads Choose heat lor the type fabric used• Dry one double or two single spreads at once• Chenille and tufted spreads will shed lint and should be dried alone• New spreads will contain loose lint Tumble new spreads on NO HEAT setting before washing to remove loose lint. These spreads may be dried completely. Blankets Electric DELICATE or NO HEAT cycles. If the manufacturer recommends drying the blanket in the dryer, follow the '_VooF instructions below
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Drying Guide (cont'd) Item Special Instructions Knit articles All Knits Knit fabrics are usually manufactured under tension (stretching) Cotton knits especially may relax or draw together if every bit of moisture is removed form them It is best to take them out of the dryer with a trace of moisture remaining, then stretch to shape, If they do shrink from overdrying, rewet them and dry properly• Cottons AUTOMATIC REGULAR or TIME DRY cycle. Remove slightly damp to minimize ironing• Reshape, smooth
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Trouble Shooting You may save time and money by checking items below before calling for service. List includes common concerns that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials. If your question is not explained below, contact Amana Consumer Affairs Department at 800-843-0304. TOPIC POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION NO,SE Vibrating noise Dryer may not be resting firmly on floor Some vibration is normal. Adjust leveling legs so dryer rests firmly on floor. See Installation Instructions for leve
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Trouble Shooting (cont'd) TOPIC POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Drying Long drying times Improper exhaust system Check Installation Instructions for length of proper exhaust system. Only use 4" diameter rigid or semi-dgid duct. Restricted airflow will cause dryer to stop heating. Check weather hood and exhaust system for restrictions. Ovedoading Dry one wash load at a time. Sorting Separate heavy items from lightweight items. Full lint filter Clean lint filter before each use. Clothes too wet from washe
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Amana Dryer Warranty Full ONE Year Warranty For one (1) year from the date of original retail purchase, Amana will repair or replace any part that fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. Limited Warranty After one year from the date of original retail purchase, Amana will provide a free part, as listed below, to replace any part that fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. The owner will be responsible for paying all other costs including labor, mileage, and transportation.
