Air Fluff or Air Dry cycles

Use the Air Fluff or Air Dry cycle for items that require drying without heat such as rubber, plastic, or heat-sensitive fabrics. Set the Cycle Control knob to Air Fluff or Air Dry. This chart shows examples of items that can be dried using the Air Fluff or Air Dry cycle.

Type of Load

Air Fluff or

 

Air Dry cycle*

 

 

Foam rubber—pillows, padded bras,

 

stuffed toys

20 - 30

Plastic—Shower curtains, tablecloths

20 - 30

Rubber-backed rugs

40 - 50

Olefin, polypropylene, sheer nylon

10 - 20

*(Minutes). Reset cycle to complete drying if needed.

When using Air Fluff or Air Dry

Check to see that coverings are securely stitched.

Shake and fluff pillows by hand periodically during cycle.

Dry item completely. Foam rubber pillows are slow to dry.

Additional Features

This manual covers several different models. Your dryer may not have all of the features described.

Heavy

Select this setting to evenly dry large or heavy items such as thick cotton bath towels or robes. Set the Temperature selector, if available, to Hot (or High) Heat.

Cotton

Select this setting to thoroughly dry heavy items such as sheets, mattress pads and quilts, or a load of towels. Set the Temperature selector, if available, to Hot (or High) Heat.

Synthetics/Perm Press

Select this cycle to dry medium to lightweight synthetic or no-iron items such as shirts, blouses or dresses. Choose a Medium Heat setting if available.

Quick Dry

Use this cycle for drying small loads or loads that need a short drying time. Choose a Hot (or High) or Medium Heat setting depending on the type of fabrics being dried.

Delicates

Select this option to dry small loads or lightweight items. Set the Temperature selector, if available, to Low or Heat.

TUMBLE PRESS setting

Select this setting to remove wrinkles from such items as clothing packed in a suitcase or items wrinkled from being left in the dryer too long. Set the Temperature selector, if available, to Medium or Low Heat depending on the fabrics in your load.

Damp Dry

Select this setting to dry items to a damp level, or to dry items that do not require an entire drying cycle. Damp dry items such as jeans (to prevent stiffness) or cotton clothing (to make pressing easier). If your model has a Temperature selector, choose a temperature setting based on the fabrics in your load.

Wrinkle Guard II

When you are unable to remove a load from the dryer as soon as it stops, wrinkles can form. The Wrinkle Guard II feature periodically tumbles, rearranges and fluffs the load for up to

30 minutes without heat to avoid wrinkles. Press the Wrinkle Guard ON button to enable the Wrinkle Guard II feature. A signal will sound periodically when the Wrinkle Guard II feature is on if the End of Cycle Signal is selected. The signal and the tumbling will end when you open the dryer door, or when you turn the Cycle Control knob to Off.

End of Cycle Signal

The End of Cycle signal sounds when a cycle is complete. If your End of Cycle signal is selectable, the signal will sound only if set to On.

If the Wrinkle Guard II feature is on, the signal sounds every few minutes. The signal stops when you open the door or turn the Cycle Control knob to Off.

Drying Rack (optional)

The drying rack is useful for machine drying items you would not necessarily want to tumble dry or that you would normally line dry (for example, tennis shoes, pillows, stuffed toys).

If your model does not have a drying rack, you can order one by contacting the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer.

To use the drying rack

1.Slide rear pegs into the dimples on the back wall of the dryer. Lower the front legs to rest on the dryer opening.

2.Put the wet items on top of the rack. Leave space between the items so air can reach all the surfaces. Close the door.

NOTE: Do not allow items to hang over the edge of the rack.

3.Select cycle and temperature to match the fabrics in your load. Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be dried on a clothesline or by using an air cycle. Refer to the following table.

4.Press PUSH TO START. Reset cycle to complete drying, if needed.

NOTE: The rack must be removed for normal tumbling. Do not use the automatic cycle with the drying rack.

Rack Dry

Cycle

Temp

Time*

 

 

 

 

Wool Sweaters

Timed

Low

60

Block to shape and lay flat on

 

 

 

the rack

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Stuffed toys or pillows

Timed

Low

60

Cotton or polyester fiber filled

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Stuffed toys or pillows

Air

None

90

Foam rubber filled

(no heat)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sneakers or canvas shoes

Air

None

90

 

(no heat)

 

 

*(Minutes). Reset cycle to complete drying if needed.

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