Drying Procedures
Followfabriccarelabelinstructions.
Place small items in a mesh bag.
Fill dryer drum 1/3 to 1/2 full. |
•Follow the guidelines below for preparing the load for drying.
•Read the Dryer Operating Instructions, pages
•Always read and follow fabric care labels and laundry product labels.
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons, read Important Safety Instructions, pages
1.Prepare items for drying.
•Dry items of similar fabric, weight and construction in the same load.
•Separate dark items from
•Be sure buckles, buttons and trim are heatproof and won't damage the drum finish. Close zippers, fasten hooks and
•If possible, turn pockets inside out for even drying.
•Check for stains which may not have been removed in washing. Dryer heat may permanently set some stains. Repeat stain removal process before drying.
•Place small items in a mesh bag to prevent tangling and for easy removal.
2.Check that lint screen is clean and in place.
3.Load the dryer.
•The average load will fill the drum 1/3 to 1/2 full. Items need room to tumble freely for even drying and less wrinkling. Do not overload dryer.
•When drying large items, dry only 2 or 3 at a time. Fill out the load with small and medium sized items.
•For delicate or very small loads, add 2
•Do not overdry items. Overdrying can cause wrinkling, shrinkage, harshness, and a
•If desired, add a dryer fabric softener sheet.
4.Close the dryer door and set dryer controls (some models).
See Dryer Operating Instructions card for your specific model controls.
5.Turn cycle selector clockwise to the desired setting.
6.Start the dryer.
•Turn Start control clockwise to ON. Hold for
•To add or remove items when the dryer is running, open the door. The dryer will always stop when the door is opened.
•Allow the drum to come to a complete stop before reaching inside.
7.When the cycle ends, remove items immediately and hang or fold. If load is removed before the cycle ends, turn cycle selector to OFF.
10