Kenmore 134914900 manual Common Drying Problems, Problem Possiblecauses Solutions

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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.

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

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.

 

 

 

 

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