Crosley 134993900A manual Common Drying Problems, Outside

Care and Cleaning Con't

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

•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.

•If the cabinet becomes stained, clean with diluted chlorine bleach [1/2 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 POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVEMEASURES

Greasy, oily	• Fabric softener sheet.	• Rub fabric softener stains with bar soap.
stains		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 liquid
	•	Overdrying causes static		fabric softener in the final rinse.
		electricity.	•	Or, add a fabric softener sheet and
	• Lint screen not clean			tumble without heat.
		when cycle began.	•	Use lint brush or roller to remove lint.
	•	Lint is attached to "pills."

•Do not overload dryer.

•Use fabric softener in washer or dryer to reduce static electricity.

•Remove items when they are slightly damp to avoid overdrying.

•Check that lint screen is clean and in place.

Pilling	• Pilling is normal with	•	Use a lint brush or shaver to remove pills.	•	Use fabric softener to lubricate fibers.
(Fibers break	synthetic and permanent			•	When ironing, use spray starch or fabric
off, ball up and	press fabrics. This is due				finish on collars and cuffs.
cling to fabric.)	to abrasion from normal			•	Turn items inside out to reduce
	wear.				abrasion.
Shrinking	• Overdrying.	•	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.

Wrinkling	•	Overloading.	•	Reduce load size and tumble at medium
	•	Leaving items in dryer		or low heat for 5-10 minutes.
		after cycle ends.	•	Remove items immediately. Hang or fold.

•Do not overload dryer.

•Remove items as soon as cycle ends.

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