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Fluff Air cycle or Air Only setting

Use the Fluff Air cycle, or Air Only setting, for items that require
drying without heat such as foam, rubber, plastic and heat
sensitive fabrics. Set the Cycle Control knob to Fluff Air or select
Air Only on the Temperature selector and set the Cycle Control
knob to Timed Drying. This chart shows examples of items that
can be dried using the Fluff Air cycle/Air Only setting.
*(Minutes). Reset cycle to complete drying, if needed.

When using Fluff Air or Air Only

■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.

Tow el s

Select this setting to thoroughly dry extra heavy items such as
mattress pads and quilts or a load of towels. Set the temper at ur e
selector, if available, to High Heat.

Casual

Select this cycle to dry medium to lightweight synthetic,
permanent press or no-iron items such as, sheets, shirts or
dresses. Set temperature selector, if available, to Medium.

Delicates

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

WRINKLE SHIELD™ feature

When you are unable to remove a load from the dryer as soon as
it stops, wrinkles can form. The WRINKLE SHIELD feature
periodically tumbles, rearranges and fluffs the load without heat
to avoid wrinkles. A signal will sound periodically when the
WRINKLE SHIELD 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 turn the Cycle Control knob to Off.
Your model may vary from the model shown.
Your dryer may have one of the following features:
■WRINKLE SHIELD (automatic)
The WRINKLE SHIELD feature automatically activates at the
end of the cycle if you do not open the dryer door within a few
minutes. The WRINKLE SHIELD feature periodically tumbles
the load without heat for up to 45 minutes.
■WRINKLE SHIELD (optional)
Turn the WRINKLE SHIELD feature selector to On to
periodically tumble the load without heat up to 45 minutes
after the cycle ends.
■WRINKLE SHIELD™ Plus 30/90 Minute
The WRINKLE SHIELD Plus feature selector lets you choose
30 or 90 minutes of periodic unheated tumble after the cycle
ends.

Heavy Dry

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 High Heat.

DRYEL® fabric care system

When using DRYEL fabric care, select the DRYEL cycle setting
and the DRYEL temperature setting. DRYEL fabric care, when
used in accordance with the manufacturer’s directions, has been
tested and approved for use in full-size dryers built by Whirlpool
Corporation.

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). Set the temperature select or, if available, to High
Heat.

TUMBLE PRESS® setting

Select this setting to remove wrinkles from items such a s clot hing
packed in a suitcase or items wrinkled from being lef t in th e dry er
too long. Set the temperature selector, if available, to Medium or
Low Heat depending on the fabrics in your load.

End of Cycle Signal

If your model has an End of Cycle Signal, the signal sounds
when a cycle is complete. If the WRINKLE SHIELD™ 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.
On some models
■The End of Cycle Signal is fixed.
OR
■The End of Cycle Signal is selectable. The signal will sound
only if the signal is set to On.
Type of Load Fluff Air cycle/
Air Only setting*
Foam rubber - pillows, padded bras,
stuffed toys
Plastic - Shower curtains, tablecloths
Rubber-backed rugs
Olefin, polypropylene, sheer nylon
20 - 30
20 - 30
40 - 50
10 - 20