Frigidaire Clothes Dryer, Use & Care Manual

Page 1: ...da 1 800 265 8352 All about the Use Care of your Dryer Important Safety Instructions 2 4 Features 5 Operating Instructions 6 13 Care and Cleaning 14 Solutions to Common Problems 15 16 Warranty 17 Notes 18 Français 19 Español 37 TABLE OF CONTENTS 137506000A 1112 ...

Page 2: ... not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building Clear the room building or area of all occu pants Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency o...

Page 3: ...ted can under certain circumstances produce fire by spontaneous combustion Clean the lint screen before or after each load The in terior of the dryer lint screen housing and exhaust duct should be cleaned approximately every 18 months by qualified service personnel An excessive amount of lint build up in these areas could result in inefficient drying and possible fire See Care and Cleaning Do not ...

Page 4: ... electrical supply before attempting any service or cleaning Failure to do so can result in electrical shock or injury Do not use any type spray cleanser when cleaning dryer interior Hazardous fumes or electrical shock could occur To prevent injury do not reach into the dryer if the drum is moving Wait until the dryer has stopped completely before reaching into the drum PREVENT INJURY AND DAMAGE T...

Page 5: ...They may be purchased as accessories Control Lock LED Display Drum Light Exhaust Channel Outlet Heavy Duty Drying Rack Reversible Door Door Latch Cycle Selector Door Strike Lint Filter Large Surface Moisture Sensor Adjustable Leveling Legs Stacking Kit for Mounting on Matching Washer ...

Page 6: ...om your new dryer A WATER VALVE Steam models only The flow of water is controlled by electric solenoids During operation there may be a clicking sound as the valve opens and closes to control the water flow B SUSPENSION ROLLERS The dryer drum is supported by a set of suspension rollers At times there may be a thumping or rolling sound when the dryer starts This may happen if the dryer has not been...

Page 7: ...e indicator is blinking press select The indicator will light when the option has been se lected It will no longer be lighted when the option has been deleted Adjustments made to a cycle will be remembered and recalled each time that cycle is selected in the future Turn the cycle selector knob in either direction to select the cycle desired The estimated drying time for Auto Dry cycles or the actu...

Page 8: ...splay will light up in a circular track to indicate the drying time is automatically being determined by the sensors This manual covers many models and not all cycles options or features listed are available on every model Consoles shown above for reference only Your model may differ Follow the fabric care label instructions on items to be dried For best results 1 initial 2 calculating 3 estimated...

Page 9: ...s quick dry on select models Select this timed cycle to quickly dry small loads in 25 minutes steam refresh on select models Select this cycle to refresh fabrics remove odors and reduce static by injecting the perfect amount of steam into clothing that has been left in the dryer stored in crowded closets drawers or unpacked luggage time dry To manually select the drying time for any load turn the ...

Page 10: ... be removed promptly at the end of the cycle The dry load will continue tumbling without heat to help reduce wrinkling When Chime is selected a beep will be heard periodically The load may be removed any time during wrinkle release damp alert on select models For loads that contain some items you plan to hang dry flat dry or iron add the damp alert option to any Auto Dry cycle A signal will sound ...

Page 11: ... your model did not come supplied from the factory with a drying rack you may order one Control Lock To avoid having someone accidentally start or stop the dryer press Options and Select at the same time and hold for 10 seconds LOC will be displayed To remove the control lock press Options and Select again Status Display Status Lights The estimated total cycle time will be displayed when the cycle...

Page 12: ...duty normal casual time dry 30 90 temp max 9 9 9 high 9 9 9 9 normal 9 9 9 9 low 9 9 9 air dry 9 dry level high 9 9 normal 9 9 9 low 9 9 damp 9 9 options wrinkle release 9 9 9 9 chime 9 9 9 9 9 Available selections Cycle defaults Non modifiable presets OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Dryer Settings Chart ...

Page 13: ...60 time dry 90 temp sanitize 9 9 9 high 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 normal 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 low 9 9 9 9 9 air dry 9 9 dry level high 9 9 9 9 9 normal 9 9 9 9 9 low 9 9 9 damp 9 9 9 options shrink guard 9 9 9 wrinkle release 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 damp alert 9 9 9 chime 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 Available selections Cycle defaults Non modifiable presets OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Dryer Settings Chart ...

Page 14: ...and dust over time An excessive amount of lint build up could result in inefficient drying and possible fire hazard OUTSIDE Clean the cabinet with mild soap and water Never use harsh gritty or abrasive cleansers If the cabinet becomes stained clean with diluted chlo rine bleach 1 part bleach to 8 parts water Rinse several times with clear water Remove glue residue from tape or labels with a mixtur...

Page 15: ...nal rinse Or add a fabric softener sheet and tumble without heat Use lint brush or roller to remove lint Do not overload dryer Use fabric softener in washer or dryer to reduce static electricity Remove items when they are slightly damp to avoid overdrying Check that lint filter is clean and in place Pilling Fibers break off ball up and cling to fabric Overdrying Use a lint brush or shaver to remov...

Page 16: ...lter is clogged with lint Make sure all lint has been removed from the dryer lint filter before starting each cycle Exhaust duct requirements have not been met Exhaust duct must be at least 4 inches in diameter and made of rigid or semi rigid metal When in place the duct must have no more than two 90 bends and must not exceed length listed in INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Electric dryer is connected t...

Page 17: ...service companies use of parts other than genuine Electrolux parts or parts obtained from persons other than authorized service companies or external causes such as abuse misuse inadequate power supply accidents fires or acts of God DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES LIMITATION OF REMEDIES CUSTOMER S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROV...

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