Sears 97812 manual Features, Common Drying Problems, Problem Possible Causes Solutions

Features

Cycle Signal Control (some models)

When the Cycle Signal Control is ON, a signal will sound at the end of each cycle and during the Press Saver setting (some models). The volume is adjustable on 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.

Use the drying rack to dry items which

should not be tumbled.

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 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 a timed dry setting best suited for items being dried. Use only the Air Fluff (no heat) temperature setting 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.

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
		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
	• Overdrying causes static	liquid fabric softener in the final rinse.
	electricity.	•Or, add a fabric softener sheet and
	•Lint screen not clean when	tumble without heat.
	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	•Use fabric softener to lubricate fibers.
		synthetic and	permanent	pills.	•When ironing, use spray starch or fabric finish on
(Fibers break	off,
		press fabrics. This is due to			collars and cuffs.
ball up and cling
		abrasion from	normal		•Turn items inside out to reduce abrasion.
to fabric.)
		wear.
Shrinking		•Overdrying.		•Irreversible condition.	•Follow fabric care label directions.
					•If shrinking is a concern, check load often.
					•Remove items while slightly damp.
					•Block knits into shape.
					•Lay flat to complete drying.

Wrinkling •Overloading.

•Leaving items in dryer after cycle ends.

•Reduce load size and tumble at medium or low heat for 5-10 minutes.

•Remove items immediately. Hang or fold.

•Do not overload dryer.

•Remove items as soon as cycle ends.

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