Frigidaire 134508100A Features, Common Drying Problems, End of Cycle Signal

Features

Place the front bar under

the lip of the lint screen opening.

End of Cycle Signal

A signal will sound at the end of the cycle and periodically during Press Saver at the volume level selected. (some models)

Drum Light (some models)

A drum light will come on whenever the door is opened to illuminate the dryer drum during loading and unloading. Closing the door turns off the light.

Reversible Dryer Door

Your dryer is equipped with a reversible door. The door can be hinged on the right or left side. Refer to the INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for directions on changing the door.

Drying Rack (some models)

Use the drying rack to dry items which should not be tumble dried.

1.Open the dryer door and remove the lint screen.

2.Insert drying rack into the dryer drum. Place the front bar under the lip of the lint screen opening.

3.Place items to be dried on top of the rack. Weight should not exceed 10 lbs. Leave space between items, but do not let items hang over the sides or through the grids. Do not tumble other items when using the drying rack.

4.Select Timed Dry. Use only the Air Fluff/No Heat option for items containing plastic, foam rubber, rubber-like materials, feathers or down.

5.When items are dry, remove the rack and replace the lint screen. If lint screen is not in place, tumbling items could enter the exhaust system and cause damage to the dryer.

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Common Drying Problems

Many drying problems involve poor cleaning results, poor soil and stain removal, residues of lint and scum, and fabric damage. For satisfactory drying results, follow these suggestions provided by The Soap and Detergent Association.

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE MEASURES

Greasy, oily	• Fabric softener sheet.	• Rub fabric softener stains with bar
stains		soap. Rinse and rewash.

•Add a few bath towels to small loads for proper tumbling.

•Some "silk-like" fabrics should be air dried.

•Use proper drying temperature.

•Place fabric softener sheet on top of load before starting the dryer.

Lint	• Overloading.		• Reduce load size and rewash using		•	Do not overload dryer.
	•	Overdrying causes static		liquid fabric softener in the final rinse. •		Use fabric softener in washer or dryer to
		electricity.	•	Or, add a fabric softener sheet and		reduce static electricity.
	• Lint screen not clean			tumble without heat.	•	Remove items when they are slightly
		when cycle began.	•	Use lint brush or roller to remove lint.		damp to avoid overdrying.
	•	Lint is attached to "pills."			•	Check that lint screen is clean and in
						place.

Pilling	• Pilling is normal with
(Fibers break	synthetic and permanent
off, ball up and	press fabrics. This is due
cling to fabric.)	to abrasion from normal
	wear.
Shrinking	• Overdrying.

Wrinkling	•	Overloading.
	•	Leaving items in dryer
		after cycle ends.

• Use a lint brush or shaver to remove		•	Use fabric softener to lubricate fibers.
pills.		•	When ironing, use spray starch or fabric
			finish on collars and cuffs.
		•	Turn items inside out to reduce abrasion.
• Irreversible	condition.	•	Follow fabric care label directions.
		•	If shrinking is a concern, check load often.
		•	Remove items while slightly damp and
			hang or lay flat to complete drying.
		•	Block knits into shape.
• Reduce load size and tumble at		•	Do not overload dryer.
medium or low heat for 5-10 minutes. •			Remove items as soon as cycle ends.
• Remove items immediately. Hang or
fold.	5