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FRONT-LOADING GAS DRYER
Use & Care Guide
For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-422-1230
In Canada, call for assistance 1-800-461-5681, for installation and service, call: 1-800-807-6777 or visit our website at...
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SECADORA A GAS DE CARGA FRONTAL
Manual de Uso y Cuidado
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USO DE LA SECADORA ..............................................................35 Puesta en marcha de la secadora .............................................35 TABLE OF CONTENTS Detención de la marcha de la secadora ....................................36 Pausa o reanudación de la marcha ...........................................36 DRYER SAFETY..............................................................................3 Control bloqueado ....................................................
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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 Items contaminated with
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For a garage installation, you will need to place the dryer at least 18" (46 cm) above the floor. If using a pedestal, you will Options need an additional 6" (15.24 cm). Do not operate your dryer at temperatures below 45ºF (7ºC). At Pedestal lower temperatures, the dryer might not shut off at the end of an automatic cycle. This can result in longer drying times. Are you placing the dryer on a pedestal? You may purchase a pedestal separately for this dryer. This pedestal will add about Th
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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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Electrical Requirements Gas Supply Requirements WARNING WARNING Explosion Hazard Electrical Shock Hazard Use a new AGA or CSA approved gas supply line. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Install a shut-off valve. Do not remove ground prong. Securely tighten all gas connections. Do not use an adapter. If connected to LP, have a qualified person make sure Do not use an extension cord. gas pressure does not exceed 13" (33 cm) water column. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
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In Canada: Dryer gas pipe The gas pipe that comes out through the rear of your dryer An individual manual shutoff valve must be installed in has a ³⁄₈" male pipe thread. accordance with the B149.1, Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code. It is recommended that an individual manual shutoff valve be installed within six (6) feet (1.8 m) of the dryer. B *6¼" The location should be easy to reach for opening and closing. (15.9 cm) C E A 1½" A D (3.8 cm) B A. ³⁄₈" flexible gas conne
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The dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent, Optional exhaust installations chimney, wall, ceiling, or a concealed space of a building. This dryer can be converted to exhaust out the right side, left side, or through the bottom. Contact your local dealer to have the Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch. dryer converted. Do not install flexible metal vent in enclosed walls, ceilings or floors. WARNING Use clamps to seal all joints. Exhaust vent must not be co
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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" (0 cm) to 18" (45.72 cm) type
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Install Leveling Legs Level Dryer Check the levelness of the dryer. Check levelness first side to side, then front to back. WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install dryer. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. 1. To protect the floor, use a large flat piece of cardboard from the dryer carton. Place cardboard under the entire back edge of the dryer. See illustration. If the dryer is not level, prop up the dryer using a wood block. 2. Firmly gra
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4. Remove the 6 screws to release the outer door assembly from the inner door assembly (see illustration). It is important Connect Vent that you remove only the 6 indicated screws. 1. Using a 4" (10.2 cm) clamp, connect vent to exhaust outlet in dryer. If connecting to existing vent, make sure the vent is clean. The dryer vent must fit over the dryer exhaust outlet and inside the exhaust hood. Make sure the vent is secured to exhaust hood with a 4" (10.2 cm) clamp. 2. Move dryer into final
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4. Move hinge to the other side and reattach with the 4 screws removed in Step 2. Complete Installation 5. Move handle bracket to the other side and reattach with the 1. Check to be sure all parts are now installed. If there is an 2 screws removed in Step 3. extra part, go back through the steps to see which step was 6. Set the inner door assembly aside. skipped. 2. Check to be sure you have all of your tools. Reinstalling the door 3. Dispose of all packaging materials. 1. Check for finger
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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 Loading Rotate the dial to select a Manual Cycle. Properly loading your dryer can lower your utility bill and prolong Press the MANUAL DRY TIME (- or +) buttons until the the life of your garments. desired drying time is displayed. Tap - or + and the time will change by 1-minute intervals. Press and hold - or + and the Loading suggestions time will change by 5-minute intervals. The initial time Load the dryer by the amount of space items take up, not by displayed
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Status Lights Cycles You may follow the progress of your dryer with the drying status Select the drying cycle that matches the type of load you are indicator lights. drying (see Automatic Preset or Manual Preset Cycle Settings charts). Sensing When a cycle is first turned on, the SENSING light glows until a Cycle control knob wet item is detected. Automatic Cycles In an Automatic cycle, if a wet item has not been detected within 10 minutes, the Sensing light will turn off and the dryer Au
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Automatic Preset Cycle Settings Additional Features Automatic Cycles Temp. Time* Load Type (Minutes) Extra Care Feature When you are unable to remove a load of clothes from the dryer HEAVY DUTY High 40 as soon as it stops, wrinkles can form. The Extra Care feature Heavyweight, towels periodically tumbles, rearranges and fluffs the load to avoid wrinkles. NORMAL Medium 34 Press the Extra Care feature to get up to 120 minutes of heat- Corduroys, work clothes free, periodic tumbling at the e
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Cycle End Signal 3. Put the wet items on top of the rack. Leave space between the items so air can reach all the surfaces. The Cycle End Signal produces an audible sound when the drying cycle is finished. Promptly removing clothes at the end of NOTE: Do not allow items to hang over the edge of the rack. the cycle reduces wrinkling. 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 drie
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DRYER CARE As needed cleaning Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can build up on the Cleaning the Dryer Location lint screen. This buildup can cause longer drying times for your Keep dryer area clear and free from items that would obstruct the clothes, or cause the dryer to stop before your load is completely flow of combustion and ventilation air. dry. The screen is probably clogged if lint falls off the screen. Clean the lint screen with a nylon brush every 6 months, or more f
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Vacation and Moving Care Changing the Drum Light The dryer light automatically turns on inside the dryer drum when Vacation care you open the door. Operate your dryer only when you are at home. If you will be on vacation or not using your dryer for an extended period of time, To change the drum light you should: 1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. Open the dryer door. Locate the light bulb cover on the back 2. Close shutoff valve in gas supply line.
