Common Drying Problems

Care and Cleaning Con't

If the dryer drum becomes stained from noncolorfast fabrics, clean the drum

with a damp cloth and a mild liquid household cleanser. Remove cleanser residue before drying the next load.

Every 18 months an authorized servicer should clean the dryer cabinet interior and exhaust duct. These areas can collect lint 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.

Do not store or place laundry products on top of dryer at any time. They can damage the finish or controls.

If the cabinet becomes stained, clean with diluted chlorine bleach [I/2 cup (120 ml) in 1 quart (.95 liter) water]. Rinse several times with clear water.

Remove glue residue from tape or labels with a mixture of warm water and mild detergent. Or, touch residue with the sticky side of the tape or label.

Before moving the dryer, place a strip of cardboard or thin fiberboard

under the front leveling legs to prevent damage to floor.

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

POSSIBLECAUSES

SOLUTIONS

PREVENTIVEMEASURES

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

Lint	Overloading.	o Reduce	load size		and	rewash		using liquid
•	Overdrying causes static	fabric softener		in	the	final	rinse,
	electricity.	Or, add	a fabric softener				sheet	and
e	Lint screen not clean	tumble	without	heat.
	when cycle began.	Use lint	brush	or	roller	to	remove lint.
	Lint is attached to "pills."

o Add a few bath towels to small loads for

proper tumbling.

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

o Use proper drying temperature. Place fabric softener sheet on top of load before starting the dryer.

Do not overload dryer.

oUse fabric softener in washer or dryer to

reduce static electricity.

oRemove items when they are slightly

damp to avoid overdrying.

oCheck that lint screen is clean and in place.

Pilling (Fibers break

off, ball up and cling to fabric.)

Shrinking

Pilling is normal with synthetic and permanent

press fabrics. This is due to abrasion from normal

wear.

Overdrying.

o Use a lint brush or shaver to remove pills.

Irreversible condition.

Use fabric softener to lubricate fibers.

o When ironing, use spray starch or fabric finish on collars and cuffs.

Turn items inside out to reduce

abrasion.

o Follow fabric care label directions.

o 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.

Wrinkling	•	Overloading.	Reduce	load size and tumble	at medium	o	Do not	overload	dryer.
	•	Leaving items in dryer	or low	heat for 5-10 minutes,		o	Remove	items	as soon as cycle ends.
		after cycle ends.	o Remove	items immediately.	Hang or fold.

Care and Cleaning Con't

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