Speed Queen 40125301 owner manual Features, Hints, and Care

Features, Hints, and Care

Drying Times	Optional Drying Rack	'U\LQJ5DFN￿
It is impossible to give exact drying	(some models)
times. Conditions from home to home
	Drying Rack, Part No. 504105, is useful for
vary and directly affect drying times.
	drying items that require no-tumble drying,
The length of time it takes to dry loads
	such as tennis shoes, sweaters, stuffed toys
will depend on several variables.
	or other delicate items.
• Load size
• Type of fabric, washer, and spin	General Dryer Care
speed will determine moisture in
	Cleaning
the fabric.
	• Ordinarily, dryer cylinder will need no care.
• Heat and moisture in the room.
	• Wipe dryer cabinet as needed. If
Damp air coming into the dryer
	detergent, bleach or other washing
will increase drying time.
	products have been spilled on the dryer, wipe immediately. Some
• Installation (length of exhaust
	products will cause permanent damage if spilled on the cabinet.
duct, etc.).
	• Do not allow sharp or rough objects to lean against the dryer. The finish
• Electric voltage or gas pressure.
	could be damaged.
If you have an automatic cycle, you	• Use only a damp or sudsy cloth for cleaning the control panel. Some
	spray prewash products may harm the finish on the control panel.
need not worry about time. The
automatic cycle will determine the time	Lint Filter
needed. Set the timer for the type of
	Clean lint filter after drying each load. A clean lint filter ensures efficient drying
fabric in the load. See the operating
	and clothes will remain lint-free when unloading dryer. A layer of lint on the
instructions provided with your dryer.
	screen will reduce air flow through the dryer and lengthen drying time. Lint
Do not set the timer for a “higher”
	screen may be washed with soap and water if needed.
setting than necessary. If you have a
permanent press, knit cycle, use it for
loads of permanent press, knits and for	Lubrication
clothes made from or containing
	All moving parts are sealed in a permanent supply of lubricant or are equipped
synthetic fibers. This cycle has a longer
	with oilless bearings. Additional lubrication will not be necessary.
COOL DOWN period at the end of the
cycle to reduce wrinkling.	Exhaust System
	• The exhaust duct should be inspected after one year of use and cleaned
How to Remove Ball Point	if necessary. Inspect and clean exhaust duct every one to two years as
	required thereafter.
Pen Ink Marks from the
	• The weather hood should be checked frequently to make sure the
Dryer Drum	dampers move freely, dampers are not pushed in and that nothing has
If the ink stain is fresh, place dry rags in	been set against them.
the dryer. Using the hottest heat setting,	• Keep dryer area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and
run the dryer for one hour to absorb the	other flammable vapors and liquids.
ink.	• Do not obstruct the flow of combustion (gas dryers) and ventilation air.

If the stain is not fresh, apply household spray or cream cleaner to a soft cloth, and rub the stain. Then, place wet rags in the dryer. Using the hottest heat setting, run the dryer for one hour to remove any cleaner residue.

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