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• electrONIC Electric DRYERS
  • Use & Care Guide
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• Table of Contents
• dryer Safety
• iNSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
  • Tools and Parts
    • Parts supplied
    • 4 Leveling legs
      • Parts needed
  • If using a power supply cord:
    • Optional Pedestal
  • Pedestal Height
  • Color
  • Part Number
  • 10" (254 mm)
    • Stack Kit
    • Location Requirements
      • You will need
      • Installation clearances
      • Dryer Dimensions
      • Installation spacing for recessed area or closet installation
        • Installation spacing for cabinet installation
        • Recommended installation spacing for recessed or closet installation, with stacked washer and dryer
      • Mobile home - additional installation requirements
  • Mobile home installations require:
    • Electrical Requirements
      • It is your responsibility
      • Electrical Connection
  • If using a power supply cord:
  • If your outlet looks like this:
    • 4-wire receptacle (14-30R)
  • If your outlet looks like this:
    • 3-wire receptacle (10-30R)
  • If connecting by direct wire:
    • Electrical Connection
      • Power Supply Cord
      • Direct Wire
        • 1. Disconnect power.
          • 2. Remove the hold-down screw and terminal block cover.
          • 3. Install strain relief.
          • 4. Now complete installation following instructions for your type of electrical connection:
  • Electrical Connection Options
  • If your home has:
  • And you will be connecting to:
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    • 4-wire connection: Power supply cord
      • 1. Remove center, silver-colored terminal block screw.
        • 2. Remove neutral ground wire from external ground conductor screw. Connect neutral ground wire and the neutral wire (white or center wire) of power supply cord under center, silver-colored terminal block screw. Tighten screw.
        • 3. Connect ground wire (green or bare) of power supply cord to external ground conductor screw. Tighten screw.
        • 4. Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws. Tighten screws.
        • 5. Tighten strain relief screws.
        • 6. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw.
        • 7. You have completed your electrical connection. Now go to “Venting Requirements.”
    • 4-wire connection: Direct wire
      • 1. Remove center, silver-colored terminal block screw.
        • 2. Remove neutral ground wire from external ground conductor screw. Connect neutral ground wire and place the hooked end (hook facing right) of the neutral wire (white or center wire) of direct wire cable under the center screw of the terminal block....
        • 3. Connect ground wire (green or bare) of direct wire cable to external ground conductor screw. Tighten screw.
        • 4. Place the hooked ends of the other direct wire cable wires under the outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right). Squeeze hooked ends together. Tighten screws.
        • 5. Tighten strain relief screw.
        • 6. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw.
        • 7. You have completed your electrical connection. Now go to “Venting Requirements.”
    • 3-wire connection: Power supply cord
  • Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire.
    • 1. Loosen or remove center, silver-colored terminal block screw.
      • 2. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) of power supply cord to the center, silver-colored terminal screw of the terminal block. Tighten screw.
      • 3. Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws. Tighten screws.
      • 4. Tighten strain relief screws.
      • 5. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw.
      • 6. You have completed your electrical connection. Now go to “Venting Requirements.”
    • 3-wire connection: Direct wire
  • Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire.
    • 1. Loosen or remove center, silver-colored terminal block screw.
      • 2. Place the hooked end of the neutral wire (white or center wire) of direct wire cable under the center screw of terminal block (hook facing right). Squeeze hooked end together. Tighten screw.
      • 3. Place the hooked ends of the other direct wire cable wires under the outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right). Squeeze hooked ends together. Tighten screws.
      • 4. Tighten strain relief screw.
      • 5. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw.
      • 6. You have completed your electrical connection. Now go to “Venting Requirements.”
    • Optional 3-wire connection
  • Use for direct wire or power supply cord where local codes do not permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire.
    • 1. Remove center, silver-colored terminal block screw.
      • 2. Remove neutral ground wire from external ground conductor screw. Connect neutral ground wire and the neutral wire (white or center wire) of power supply cord/cable under center, silver-colored terminal block screw. Tighten screw.
      • 3. Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws. Tighten screws.
      • 4. Tighten strain relief screws.
      • 5. Connect a separate copper ground wire from the external ground conductor screw to an adequate ground.
      • 6. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw.
    • Venting Requirements
      • If using an existing vent system
      • If this is a new vent system
      • Vent material
  • Rigid metal vent
  • Flexible metal vent
  • Elbows
    • Good
    • Better
  • Clamps
  • Exhaust
    • Plan Vent System
      • Choose your exhaust installation type
      • Recommended exhaust installations
      • Optional exhaust installations
      • Alternate installations for close clearances
      • Special provisions for mobile home installations
        • Determine vent path
        • Determine vent length and elbows needed for best drying performance
      • Vent system chart
  • Number of 90º turns or elbows
  • Type of vent
  • Box or Louvered hoods
  • Angled hoods
  • 0
  • Rigid metal
  • 1
  • Rigid metal
  • 2
  • Rigid metal
  • 3
  • Rigid metal
  • 4
  • Rigid metal
    • Install Vent System
      • 1. Install exhaust hood. Use caulking compound to seal exterior wall opening around exhaust hood.
        • 2. Connect vent to exhaust hood. Vent must fit inside exhaust hood. Secure vent to exhaust hood with 4" (102 mm) clamp.
        • 3. Run vent to dryer location. Use the straightest path possible. See “Determine vent path” in “Plan Vent System.” Avoid 90º turns. Use clamps to seal all joints. Do not use duct tape, screws, or other fastening devices that extend into the ...
    • Install Leveling Legs
      • 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.
        • 2. Firmly grasp the body of the dryer (not the console panel). Gently lay the dryer on the cardboard. See illustration.
        • 3. Examine the leveling legs. Find the diamond marking.
        • 4. Screw the legs into the leg holes by hand. Use a wrench to finish turning the legs until the diamond marking is no longer visible.
        • 5. Place a carton corner post from dryer packaging under each of the 2 dryer back corners. Stand the dryer up. Slide the dryer on the corner posts until it is close to its final location. Leave enough room to connect the exhaust vent.
    • 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. The dryer vent must fit over the dryer exhaust outlet and inside the exhaust hood. Check that the vent is secured to e...
        • 2. Move dryer into its final location. Do not crush or kink vent.
        • 3. (On gas models) Check that there are no kinks in the flexible gas line.
        • 4. Once the exhaust vent connection is made, remove the corner posts and cardboard.
    • Level Dryer
    • Reverse Door Swing
      • 1. Place a towel or soft cloth on top of the dryer or work space to protect the surface.
  • Remove the door assembly
    • 1. Remove the 4 screws that hold the door hinge on the front panel of the dryer.
      • 2. Lay the door assembly on a flat, protected surface with the inside (inner door assembly) facing up.
      • 3. Remove the 6 Phillips head screws to release the outer door assembly from the inner door assembly, as indicated below. See illustration. It is important that you remove only the 6 indicated screws.
      • 4. Lift the inner door assembly off the outer door assembly.
      • 5. Rotate outer door 180°.
  • Reverse hinge
    • 1. Use a small flat-blade screwdriver to remove 2 plug strips from the inner door. Slide the head of the screwdriver under the plugs, being certain not to scratch the inner door surface. Lift up.
      • 2. Remove the 4 screws that attach to the inner door hinge and move the hinge to the other side. Reinstall the 4 screws.
      • 3. Reinstall plug strips on opposite side of the inner door.
      • 4. Check for fingerprints on the glass. Clean glass if necessary.
      • 5. Place the inner door assembly inside the outer door assembly. To fit correctly, the inner door assembly edge fits completely inside the outer door assembly edge.
      • 6. Reassemble the inner and outer door assemblies with the 6 screws.
  • Reverse the strike
    • 1. Use a small flat-blade screwdriver to remove plug strip from the dryer door opening. Slide the head of the screwdriver under the plugs, being certain not to scratch the dryer surface. Lift up.
      • 2. Remove the strike
      • 3. Insert strike on the opposite side.
  • Reinstall the door
    • 1. Reattach door to dryer front panel with the 4 screws.
      • 2. Check for fingerprints on the glass. Clean glass if necessary. Close door and check that it latches securely.
    • Complete Installation
      • 1. Check that all parts are now installed. If there is an extra part, go back through the steps to see which step was skipped.
        • 2. Check that you have all of your tools.
        • 3. Dispose of/recycle all packaging materials.
        • 4. Check the dryer’s final location. Be sure the vent is not crushed or kinked.
        • 5. Check that the dryer is level. See “Level Dryer.”
        • 6. For power supply cord installation, plug into an outlet. For direct wire installation, reconnect power.
        • 7. Remove the blue protective film on the console and any tape remaining on the dryer.
        • 8. Read “Dryer Use.”
        • 9. Wipe the dryer drum interior thoroughly with a damp cloth to remove any dust.
        • 10. Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and start the dryer. Do not select the Air Dry Temperature setting.
        • 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.
• Dryer Use
  • Starting Your Dryer
    • 1. Clean lint screen before each load. See “Cleaning the Lint Screen.”
      • 2. Place laundry into dryer and shut door.
      • 3. Press POWER.
      • 4. Select an Auto or Timed Cycle. The preset settings for Auto or Timed Cycles will illuminate. The estimated (auto cycle) or actual (timed) cycle time (in minutes) will show in the display.
      • 5. (OPTIONAL STEP) If desired, select WRINKLE PREVENT. For more details, see “WRINKLE PREVENT” in the “Options” section.
      • 6. (OPTIONAL STEP) The Cycle Signal is preset to on. If desired, you may turn the Cycle Signal off.
      • 7. Press and hold START for approximately 1 second until dryer starts. Be sure the door is closed.
    • Stopping or Restarting Your Dryer
      • To pause/stop the dryer at any time
      • To restart the dryer
      • To end/cancel your dryer at any time
    • Lock Controls
  • To enable the control lock feature:
    • Drying and Cycle Tips
      • Drying tips
      • Cycle tips
    • Status Lights
      • Wet
      • Damp
      • Cool Down
      • Clothes Dry
      • WRINKLE PREVENT
      • Check Lint Screen
      • Indicator lights
    • Cycles
      • Auto Cycles
      • Heavy Duty
      • Denim
      • Normal
      • Casual
      • Delicate
      • Auto Cycles Preset Settings
  • Auto Cycles Load Type
  • Temperature
  • Time* (Minutes)
    • Timed Cycles
    • Timed Dry
    • QUICK Dry™
    • Touch Up
    • Timed Cycles Preset Settings
  • Timed Cycles Load Type
  • Temperature
  • Default Time (Minutes)
    • Modifiers
      • Air Dry
  • Type of Load
  • Time* (Minutes)
    • When using Air Dry
    • Options
      • WRINKLE PREVENT
      • Cycle Signal
    • Changing Cycles, Options, and Modifiers
      • Changing Cycles after pressing Start
        • 1. Press STOP twice. This ends the current cycle.
          • 2. Select the desired cycle and options.
          • 3. Press and hold START. The dryer starts at the beginning of the new cycle.
      • Changing Modifiers and Options after pressing Start
        • 1. Press STOP once.
          • 2. Select the new Modifier and/or Option.
          • 3. Press and hold START to continue the cycle.
    • Drying Rack Options
  • To use the drying rack
    • 1. Open dryer door.
      • 2. Place drying rack inside dryer drum, positioning the back wire on the ledge of the inner dryer back panel. Push down on front edge of drying rack to secure over the lint screen.
      • 3. Put the wet items on top of the drying rack. Leave space between the items so air can reach all the surfaces.
      • 4. Close the door.
      • 5. Press the POWER button.
      • 6. Select a timed cycle and temperature (see following chart). Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be dried on a clothesline or by using the Air Dry temperature setting.
      • 7. You may change the cycle time by pressing MORE TIME or LESS TIME. Reset time as needed to complete drying. Refer to the following table.
      • 8. Press (and hold) START button (about 3 seconds).
  • Rack Dry
  • Setting
  • Temp.
  • Time*
  • Wool Sweaters
  • Stuffed toys or pillows
  • Stuffed toys or pillows
  • Sneakers or canvas shoes
• dryer care
  • Cleaning the Dryer Location
  • Cleaning the Lint Screen
    • Every load cleaning
  • To clean
    • 1. Pull the lint screen straight up. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers. Do not rinse or wash screen to remove lint. Wet lint is hard to remove.
      • 2. Push the lint screen firmly back into place.
  • IMPORTANT:
    • As needed cleaning
  • To wash
    • 1. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers.
      • 2. Wet both sides of lint screen with hot water.
      • 3. Wet a nylon brush with hot water and liquid detergent. Scrub lint screen with the brush to remove residue buildup.
      • 4. Rinse screen with hot water.
      • 5. Thoroughly dry lint screen with a clean towel. Replace screen 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.
    • Removing Accumulated Lint
      • From Inside the Dryer Cabinet
      • From the Exhaust Vent
    • Vacation and Moving Care
      • Vacation care
        • 1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.
          • 2. Clean lint screen. See “Cleaning the Lint Screen.”
      • Moving care
      • For power supply cord-connected dryers:
        • 1. Unplug the power supply cord.
          • 2. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.
          • 3. Use masking tape to secure dryer door.
      • For direct-wired dryers:
        • 1. Disconnect power.
          • 2. Disconnect wiring.
          • 3. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.
          • 4. Use masking tape to secure dryer door.
    • Changing the Drum Light
      • To change the drum light
        • 1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.
          • 2. Open the dryer door. Locate the light bulb cover on the back wall of the dryer. Remove the screw located in the lower right corner of the cover. Remove the cover.
          • 3. Turn bulb counterclockwise. Replace the bulb with a 10-watt appliance bulb only. Replace the cover and secure with the screw.
          • 4. Plug in dryer or reconnect power.
• troubleshooting
  • First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid the cost of a service call...
    • Dryer Operation
      • Dryer will not run
      • No heat
      • Unusual sounds
      • Dryer displaying code message
    • Dryer Results
      • Clothes are not drying satisfactorily, drying times are too long, or load is too hot
      • Cycle time too short
      • Lint on load
      • Stains on load or drum
      • Loads are wrinkled
      • Odors
• Assistance or Service
  • If you need replacement parts
  • For Assistance and Service
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