Document Outline

• 120-Volt compact electric dryer
  • Use & Care Guide
    • For questions about features, operation/performance parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-1301.
    • or visit our website at... www.crosley.com
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• Table of Contents
• dryer Safety
• Installation instructions
  • Tools and Parts
    • Tools needed
• Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here.
  • Parts supplied
• Remove parts package from the dryer drum. Check that all parts listed are included.
  • Parts needed
• Check local codes, existing electrical supply and venting, and see “Venting Requirements” and “Electrical Requirements” before purchasing parts.
• For information on ordering, please reference the “Assistance or Service” section. You can also contact the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer.
  • Location Requirements
  • You will need
• Do not operate your dryer at temperatures below 45ºF (7ºC). At lower temperatures, the dryer might not shut off at the end of an automatic cycle. Drying times can be extended.
• The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will be exposed to water and/or weather.
• Check code requirements. Some codes limit, or do not permit, installation of the dryer in garages, closets, mobile homes, or sleeping quarters. Contact your local building inspector.
  • Installation Clearances
• The location must be large enough to allow the dryer door to open fully.
  • Dryer Dimensions
    • †Height with caster is 32½" (826 mm)
  • Minimum spacing for recessed area and closet installation
• The following dimensions shown are for the minimum spacing allowed when the dryer is to be operated with, or without, the Stack Stand Kit. To purchase a Stack Stand Kit, see “Assistance or Service.”
  • Recessed or closet installation - Dryer only
  • Recessed or closet installation - Stacked
  • Mobile Home - Additional Location Requirements
• This dryer is suitable for mobile home installations. The installation must conform to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction and Safety, Title 245, ...
• Mobile home installations require:
  • Electrical Requirements
  • Venting Requirements
• WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.
• IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
• The dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent, chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space of a building.
  • If using an existing vent system
  • If this is a new vent system
    • Vent material
    • Good A Better
    • Plan Vent System
  • Choose your exhaust installation type
    • Recommended exhaust installations
• Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer.
  • Alternate installations for close clearances
• Venting systems come in many varieties. Select the type best for your installation. Two close-clearance installations are shown. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions.
• NOTE: The following kits for close clearance alternate installations are available for purchase. For information on ordering, see “Assistance or Service.”
• The exhaust vent must be securely fastened to a noncombustible portion of the mobile home structure and must not terminate beneath the mobile home. Terminate the exhaust vent outside.
  • Determine vent path
  • Determine vent length and elbows needed for best drying performance
• The Vent system chart provides venting requirements that will help to achieve the best drying performance.
  • Vent system chart
    • Install Vent System
      • 1. Before installing the vent system, be sure to remove the wire exhaust guard that is located at the exhaust outlet.
        • 2. Install exhaust hood. Use caulking compound to seal exterior wall opening around exhaust hood.
        • 3. Connect vent to exhaust hood. Vent must fit inside exhaust hood. Secure vent to exhaust hood with 4" (102 mm) clamp.
        • 4. Run vent to dryer location. Use the straightest path possible. See “Determine vent length.” Avoid 90º turns. Use clamps to seal all joints. Do not use duct tape, screws, or other fastening devices that extend into the interior of the vent to ...
    • Install Cord Bracket and Casters
• Do not move dryer into its final location until the following steps have been performed.
  • Install cord bracket
    • 1. Remove tape from power cord and rear panel.
      • 2. Insert cord brackets into slotted holes in rear panel and secure with screws provided.
• NOTE: Power supply cord may be wrapped around the brackets for storage convenience when dryer is not in use.
  • Install casters
    • 1. Lay dryer on its side.
      • 2. Use carton to avoid damage to dryer.
      • 3. Screw casters into dryer base at four corners and tighten securely.
      • 4. Set dryer upright. In doing so, be certain that dryer does not roll away from you.
• NOTE: Permanent installations require 4 dryer feet. See “Assistance or Service” section for information on ordering.
  • Connect Vent
    • 1. Using a 4" (102 mm) clamp, connect vent to exhaust outlet in dryer. If connecting to existing vent, make sure the vent is clean. Dryer vent must fit over dryer exhaust outlet and inside exhaust hood. Check that vent is secured to exhaust hood with...
      • 2. Move dryer into its final location. Avoid crushing or kinking vent.
      • 3. (On gas models) Check that there are no kinks in the flexible gas line.
      • 4. Once exhaust vent connection is made, remove corner posts and cardboard.
  • Complete Installation
    • 1. Check that all parts are now installed. If there is an extra part, go back through steps to see what was skipped.
      • 2. Check that you have all of your tools.
      • 3. Dispose of/recycle all packaging materials.
      • 4. Check dryer’s final location. Be sure vent is not crushed or kinked.
      • 5. Check that dryer is on a level surface.
      • 6. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Turn power on.
      • 7. Remove film on console and any tape remaining on dryer. Remove tape from the lint screen (located on inside back wall of dryer).
      • 8. Read “Dryer Use.”
      • 9. Wipe dryer drum interior thoroughly with a damp cloth to remove any dust.
      • 10. To test the dryer, set the dryer on a full heat cycle (not an air cycle) for 20 minutes and start the dryer.
      • 11. When the dryer has been running for 5 minutes, open the dryer door and feel for heat. If you feel heat, cancel cycle and close the door.
• NOTE: You may notice an odor when dryer is first heated. This odor is common when the heating element is first used. The odor will go away.
  • Dryer Use
    • Starting Your Dryer
• WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.
• Before using your dryer, wipe dryer drum with a damp cloth to remove dust from storing and shipping.
  • 1. Load clothes loosely into dryer and close the door. Do not pack dryer. Allow space for clothes to tumble freely.
    • 2. Turn Cycle Control knob to the recommended cycle for the type of load being dried. Use the Energy Preferred Automatic Setting (*) to dry most heavyweight and medium-weight loads. See “Drying, Cycle, and Temperature Tips.”
    • 3. Press PUSH TO START button.
  • Stopping and Restarting
• You can stop your dryer anytime during a cycle.
  • To stop your dryer
• Open dryer door or turn Cycle Control knob to OFF.
• NOTE: The Cycle Control knob should point to an Off area when dryer is not in use.
  • To restart your dryer
    • 1. Close the door.
      • 2. Select a new cycle and temperature (if desired).
      • 3. Press PUSH TO START button.
  • Drying, Cycle, and Temperature Tips
• Select the correct cycle and temperature for your load.
• Your dryer tumbles the load without heat during the last few minutes of all cycles to make the load easier to handle.
  • Drying tips
  • Cycle and temperature tips
• NOTE: If you have questions about drying temperatures for various loads, refer to the care label directions.
  • Cycles
  • Permanent Press
• This automatic cycle shuts off the dryer when the selected dryness is reached. The Cycle Control knob does not move until the load is almost dry. After the cool down, the knob automatically turns to an Off area and tumbling stops.
• Dry most loads using the Energy Preferred Automatic Setting (*).
• NOTE: Drying time with an automatic cycle varies according to the type of fabric and size of load.
  • Air Dry Cycle
• Use this cycle for items that require drying without heat, such as rubber, plastic, and heat-sensitive fabrics. See the chart for examples of items that can be dried using an air cycle.
• Foam rubber—pillows, padded bras, stuffed toys
• Plastic—shower curtains, tablecloths
• Rubber-backed rugs
• Olefin, polypropylene, sheer nylon
• 20 - 30
• 20 - 30
• 40 - 50
• 10 - 20
• * (Minutes). Reset cycle to complete drying, if needed.
  • Timed Dry Cycle
• Use this cycle to complete drying if items are still damp after the automatic cycle.
• Timed Dry is also useful for:
• For damp dry, turn the Cycle Control knob to 30 minutes or less.
  • End of Cycle Signal
• The dryer sounds a signal to let you know when the cycle is finished. The signal is not adjustable and cannot be turned off. The signal is helpful when you are drying permanent press, synthetics, and other items that should be removed as soon as the ...
  • dryer CARE
    • Cleaning the Dryer Location
• Keep dryer area clear and free from items that would obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air.
  • Cleaning the Lint Screen
  • Every load cleaning
• The lint screen is located inside the dryer drum, on the back wall. Clean it before each load. A screen blocked by lint can increase drying time.
  • 1. Open the door and pull the lint screen straight out.
    • 2. Squeeze body of lint screen lightly while pulling off the cover.
    • 3. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers. Do not rinse or wash screen to remove lint. Wet lint is hard to remove.
    • 4. Replace cover on lint screen body. Push the lint screen firmly back into place and close the door.
  • As needed cleaning
• Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can build up on the lint screen. This buildup can cause longer drying times for your clothes, or cause the dryer to stop before your load is completely dry. The screen is probably clogged if lint falls of...
• Clean the lint screen with a nylon brush every 6 months, or more frequently, if it becomes clogged due to a residue buildup.
  • 1. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers.
    • 2. Wet both the lint screen cover and body with hot water.
    • 3. Wet a nylon brush with hot water and liquid detergent. Scrub lint screen cover and body with the brush to remove residue buildup.
    • 4. Rinse with hot water.
    • 5. Thoroughly dry lint screen body and cover with a clean towel. Replace in dryer.
  • Cleaning the Dryer Interior
  • To clean dryer drum
    • 1. Make a paste with powdered laundry detergent and very warm water.
      • 2. Apply paste to a soft cloth.
      • 3. Wipe drum thoroughly with a damp cloth.
      • 4. Tumble a load of clean cloths or towels to dry drum.
• NOTE: Garments that contain unstable dyes, such as denim blue jeans or brightly colored cotton items, may discolor the dryer interior. These stains are not harmful to your dryer and will not stain future loads of clothes. Dry unstable dye items insid...
  • Removing Accumulated Lint
  • From Inside the Dryer Cabinet
• Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending on dryer usage. Cleaning should be done by a qualified person.
  • From the Exhaust Vent
• Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending on dryer usage.
  • Vacation and Moving Care
    • Vacation care
• 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, you should:
  • 1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.
    • 2. Clean lint screen. See “Cleaning the Lint Screen.”
  • Moving care
    • 1. Unplug the power supply cord.
      • 2. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.
      • 3. Use tape to secure dryer door.
    • troubleshooting
      • First try the solutions suggested here to possibly avoid the cost of a service call...
        • Dryer Operation
    • Dryer will not run
    • No heat
    • Unusual sounds
    • Timer does not noticeably advance
      • Dryer Results
    • Clothes are not drying satisfactorily, drying times are too long, or load is too hot
• NOTE: The compact dryer operates at a lower wattage. Expect longer drying times.
  • Lint on load
  • Stains on load or drum
  • Loads are wrinkled
  • Odors
• Assistance or Service
  • Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting.” It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below.
  • When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete model and serial number of your appliance. This information will help us to better respond to your request.
    • If you need replacement parts
  • If you need to order replacement parts, we recommend that you only use Factory Service Parts. These parts will fit right and work right because they are made with the same precision used to build every new CROSLEY® appliance.
  • Call our Customer eXperience Center or your nearest designated service center.
    • For assistance or service
  • Crosley designated service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after-warranty service, anywhere in the United States.
  • To locate the Crosley designated service company in your area, you can also look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages.
    • For further assistance
  • If you need further assistance, you can write to us with any questions or concerns at:
  • Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.
• Accessories
  • Enhance your dryer with these premium accessories.
  • For more high-quality items or to order, call 1-800-901-2042, or visit us at www.applianceaccessories.com. In Canada, call 1-800-807-6777 or visit us at www.whirlpoolparts.ca.
  • 20-48KITRC
  • 4 ft (1.2 m) gas line dryer connector installation kit
  • PT220L
  • 4 ft (1.2 m) dryer cord, 3-wire, 30 amp
  • PT400L
  • 4 ft (1.2 m) dryer cord, 4-wire, 30 amp
  • PT600L
  • 6 ft (1.8 m) dryer cord, 4-wire, 30 amp
  • 8212614
  • Dryer vent lint brush
  • 31682
  • All-purpose appliance cleaner
  • 1903WH
  • Laundry supply storage cart
  • 3404351
  • Drying rack - fits 29" (737 mm) Super Capacity, 6.5 cu. ft (0.18 cu. m) - side swing or hamper door
  • 3406839
  • Drying rack - fits 29" (737 mm) Super Capacity Plus, 7.0 cu. ft (0.20 cu. m) - side swing door only
  • 49971
  • Compact dryer stand - white
  • 49572
  • LP gas conversion kit
    • CROSLEY® CORPORATION LAUNDRY WARRANTY
      • LIMITED WARRANTY
        • For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation or Whirlpool Canada LP (hereafter “Whirlpool”) will pay for fa...
      • ITEMS EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY
        • This limited warranty does not cover:
        • 1. Replacement parts or repair labor if this major appliance is used for other than normal, single-family household use or when it is used in a manner that is inconsistent to published user or operator instructions and/or installation instructions.
          • 2. Service calls to correct the installation of your major appliance, to instruct you on how to use your major appliance, to replace or repair house fuses, or to correct house wiring or plumbing.
          • 3. Service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters or water filters. Consumable parts are excluded from warranty coverage.
          • 4. Damage resulting from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, fire, flood, acts of God, improper installation, installation not in accordance with electrical or plumbing codes, or use of products not approved by Whirlpool.
          • 5. Cosmetic damage, including scratches, dents, chips or other damage to the finish of your major appliance, unless such damage results from defects in materials or workmanship and is reported to Whirlpool within 30 days from the date of purchase.
          • 6. Pick up and delivery. This major appliance is intended to be repaired in your home.
          • 7. Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the appliance.
          • 8. Expenses for travel and transportation for product service if your major appliance is located in a remote area where service by an authorized Whirlpool servicer is not available.
          • 9. The removal and reinstallation of your major appliance if it is installed in an inaccessible location or is not installed in accordance with Whirlpool’s published installation instructions.
          • 10. Replacement parts or repair labor on major appliances with original model/serial numbers that have been removed, altered, or cannot be easily determined.
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      • LIMITATION OF REMEDIES; EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
        • YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR AS PROVIDED HEREIN. WHIRLPOOL SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states and provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incide...
        • If outside the 50 United States and Canada, contact your authorized Crosley® dealer to determine if another warranty applies.
        • If you think you need repair service, first see the “Troubleshooting” section of the Use & Care Guide. If you are unable to resolve the problem after checking “Troubleshooting,” additional help can be found by checking the “Assistance or Se...
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