Frigidaire 134609100B User's Manual
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1. Model No We have provided many important safety messages in instructions APWD15W specifically the Use and Care Guide Operating Instructions You can be killed or designed for this dryer may be Installation Instructions and on your appliance Always seriously injured if you don t follow used when elevating the dryer read and obey all safety messages instructions for ease of use All safety messages will identify the Failure to use accessories certified FN This is the safety alert symbol This symbol alerts you hazard tell you how to reduce the chance by the manufacturer could result to hazards that can kill or hurt you or others All safety of injury and tell you what can happen if in personal injury property messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the instructions are not followed damage or damage to the dryer the word DANGER or WARNING These words mean Important Safety Instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this dryer To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or injury to persons when using this dryer comply with the basic warnings listed below Pi Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries PreventFire Do not dry items that have been previously cleaned in soaked in or spotted with gasoline cleaning solvents kerosene waxes etc Do not store these items on or near the dryer These substances give off vapors that could ignite or2. DRYER SECADORA Product Registration Thank you for choosing this dryer This owner s guide will explain proper operation and care Register Your Product The self addressed PRODUCT REGISTRATION CARD should be filled in completely signed and returned Registro del Producto Le agradecemos que haya seleccio nado esta secadora En este manual del usuario encontrara las intrucciones apropiadas para su funcionamiento y cuidado Registre su Producto La TARJETA DE REGISTRO DEL PRODUCTO ya dirigida debe ser llenada firmada y enviada www frigidaire com Table of Contents Product registration u Cover se 16 8 Sn nae rT wm eT E 2 Important Safety INstruCtiONS 0 eee 3 4 Drying PROCS ar cisacsceiatsaisnaie laa deancedbnasedbudsessannilenedandad 4 POIS sidad dd 4 Care and Cia 5 Common Drying Problems oooocccincnnnnccciccicccoos 5 Avoid Service Checklist 6 o sansir siei a ncaa E 7 12 Oo E E pants aapteguastnedseiacaten tants 7 Instruccions Importante Spara La Seguridad 8 9 Procedimientos para el Secado o 10 Caracter StiCaS cooooooocncccnnnnnononononnnnnnononnnnnnnnos 10 Cuidado y liIMpiezZa ooooooooccconncccccccooccccconancncccnnnos 11 Problemas comunes del secado 11 Evitar llamadas de servicio 12 Read and Save These Instructions Record Your Model and Serial Numbers Record below the model and serial numbers found on the drye
3. Printed in U S A Grounding type GAS DRYERS wall receptacle Avoid fire ELECTRIC DRYERS EURO Note The instructions hazard or electrical shock 14 30R any circumstances appearing in this Use and Do not use an adaptor crevasse Care Guide are not meant to plug or extension cord or DRYER mer prong cover every possible condition remove grounding prong and situation that may occur from electrical power FUSED 30 AMP Common sense and caution cord Failure to follow this 120 240 VOR must be practiced when warning can cause serious 120 208VWALL Power supply J installing operating and inj i DRYER SERVICE cord with 3 prong intaini i injury fire or death CORRECT grounding plug maintaining any appliance CORRECT Use this way ONLY Drying Procedures Place small items in a mesh bag Features Place the front bar under the lip of the lint screen opening Care and Cleaning To reduce risk of fire or serious injury to persons or property comply with the basic warnings listed in Important Safety Instructions and those listed below e Before cleaning the dryer interior unplug the electrical power cord to avoid electrical shock hazards e Do not use any type spray cleanser when cleaning dryer interior Hazardous fumes or electrical shock could occur Inside e Clean the lint screen after every load Lint build up in the screen restricts air flow which causes long
4. R THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW BUT NOT LESS THAN ONE YEAR ELECTROLUX SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LIMITATIONS ON THE DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES SO THESE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE If You Need Keep your receipt delivery slip or some other appropriate payment record to establish the warranty period Service should service be required If service is performed it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts Service under this warranty must be obtained by contacting Electrolux at the addresses or phone numbers below This warranty only applies in the USA and Canada In the USA your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Major Appliances North America a division of Electrolux Home Products Inc In Canada your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Canada Corp Electrolux authorizes no person to change or add to any obligations under this warranty Obligations for service and parts under this warranty must be performed by Electrolux or an authorized service company Product features or specifications as described or illustrated are
5. ee Drying Procedures Outside exhaust hood or exhaust duct may be clogged or restricted Clean out any obstruction High humidity Dryer is overloaded Use a dehumidifier near the dryer Do not overload See Drying Procedures Items left in dryer too long Remove items as soon as cycle ends Insufficient sorting of items See Drying Procedures Drying temperature too high Foreign objects such as coins pins clips or buttons are inside the dryer Permanently attached items such as belt buckles zippers and fasteners may be hitting the inside of the drum Follow fabric care label instructions Always remove foreign objects from pockets before laundering Remove objects from drum and restart dryer It may be necessary to baste a scrap of material securely around ornaments before drying to prevent scratching and damage to the dryer Drum damage caused by foreign objects or permanently attached items is not covered by the warranty
6. er drying times The screen is located at the bottom of the door opening Remove by pulling straight up Remove the lint and replace the screen CAUTION Risk of Fire A clothes dryer produces combustible lint The dryer must be connected to an exhaust outdoors Regularly inspect the outdoor exhaust opening and remove any accumulation of lint around the outdoor exhaust opening and in the surrounding area e Occasionally a waxy build up may form on the lint screen from using dryer added fabric softener sheets To remove this build up wash the lint screen in warm soapy water Dry thoroughly and replace Do not operate the dryer without the lint screen in place e 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 e 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 e Clean the cabinet with mild soap and water Never use harsh gritty or abrasive cleansers e f 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 e Remove glue residue from tape or labels with a mixt
7. explode Do not dry articles containing rubber plastic or similar materials such as bras galoshes bath mats rugs bibs baby pants plastic bags and pillows that may melt or burn Some rubber materials when heated can under certain circumstances produce fire by spontaneous combustion Do not dry articles containing rubber plastic or similar materials such as bras galoshes bath mats rugs bibs baby pants plastic bags and pillows that may melt or burn Some rubber materials when heated can under certain circumstances produce fire by spontaneous combustion Clean the lint screen before or after each load The interior of the dryer lint screen housing and exhaust duct should be cleaned approximately every 18 months by qualified service personnel An excessive amount of lint build up in these areas could result in inefficient drying and possible fire See Care and Cleaning Do not operate the dryer if the lint screen is blocked damaged or missing Fire hazard overheating and damage to fabrics can occur If your dryer has a drying rack always replace the lint screen when finished using the drying rack Risk of Fire A clothes dryer produces combustible lint The dryer must be connected to an exhaust outdoors Regularly inspect the outdoor exhaust opening and remove any accumulation of lint around the outdoor exhaust opening and in the surrounding area Do not obstruct the flow of ventilating air Do not stack or place laundry or throw rugs aga
8. hed to pills e Check that lint screen is clean and in place Pilling e Pilling is normal with e Use fabric softener to lubricate fibers Fibers break off synthetic and permanent e Use a lint brush or shaver to remove pills e When ironing use spray starch or fabric finish ball up and cling press fabrics This is due to on collars and cuffs to fabric abrasion from normal wear e Turn items inside out to reduce abrasion Shrinking e Overdrying e Irreversible condition e Follow fabric care label directions e If shrinking is a concern check load often e Remove items while slightly damp and hang or lay flat to complete drying e Block knits into shape Wrinkling e Overloading e Reduce load size and tumble at medium or e Do not overload dryer e Leaving items in dryer after low heat for 5 10 minutes e Remove items as soon as cycle ends cycle ends e Remove items immediately Hang or fold 5 Avoid Service Checklist OCCURRENCE Dryer does not start Dryer runs but won t heat Drying cycle takes too long outside ofthe dryer feels too hot or smells hot Excessive wrinkling Scratching orchipping ofthe drum finish Before calling for service review this list It may save both time and expense The list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this dryer POSSIBLE CAUSE Electrical power cord is not securely plugged in or plug may be loose SOLUTION Ma
9. inst the front or back of the dryer Do not spray any type of aerosol into on or near dryer at any time Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric softener or product ZN Failure to comply with these warnings could result in fire explosion serious bodily injury and or damage to the rubber or plastic parts of the dryer Protect Children Do not allow children to play on or in the dryer Close supervision of children is necessary when the dryer is used near children As children grow teach them the proper safe use of all appliances Destroy the carton plastic bag and other packing materials after the dryer is unpacked Children might use them for play Cartons covered with rugs bedspreads or plastic sheets can become airtight chambers Keep laundry products out of children s reach To prevent personal injury observe all warnings on product labels Before the dryer is removed from service or discarded remove the dryer door to prevent accidental entrapment WN Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries Prevent Injury MUZE To prevent shock hazard and assure stability during operation the dryer must be installed and electrically grounded by a qualified service person in accordance with local codes Installation instructions are packed in the dryer for the installer s reference Refer to INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for detailed grounding proced
10. ke sure the plug fits tightly in wall outlet House fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse Make sure electrical line is not overloaded and the dryer is on a separate circuit Thermal limiter tripped There are 2 house fuses in the dryer circuit If 1 of the 2 fuses is blown the drum may turn but the heater will not operate Call authorized service person for replacement Replace fuse Gas supply valve is not open gas models Check to make sure supply valve is open See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for procedure Dryer does not have anough air supply to support the burner flame gas models See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS LP gas supply tank is empty or there has been a utility interruption of natural gas gas models Lint screen is clogged with lint Refill or replace tank Dryer should heat when utility service is restored Make sure all lint has been removed from the dryer lint screen before starting each cycle Exhaust duct requirements have not been met Exhaust duct must be at least 4 inches in diameter and made of rigid or flexible metal When in place the duct must have no more than two 90 bends and must not exceed length listed in INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Electric dryer is connected to a 208 volt circuit Drying time will be 20 longer than drying on a 240 volt circuit Drying procedures have not been followed S
11. r serial plate located on the left side of the door opening Keep these numbers for future reference Anote su N mero de Modelo y de Serie Anote a continuaci n el n mero de modelo y de serie que se encuentran en la placa de serie situada en el interior de la puerta de la secadora Conserve estos n meros para referencia futura Model Number N mero de Modelo Serial Number N mero de Serie Purchase Date Fecha de compra P N 134609100B 0606 Major Appliance Warranty Information Your appliance is covered by a one year limited warranty For one year from your original date of purchase Electrolux will pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this appliance that prove to be defective in materials or workmanship when such appliance is installed used and maintained in accordance with the provided instructions Exclusions This warranty does not cover the following 1 Products with original serial numbers that have been removed altered or cannot be readily determined 2 Product that has been transferred from its original owner to another party or removed outside the USA or Canada Rust on the interior or exterior of the unit Products purchased as is are not covered by this warranty Food loss due to any refrigerator or freezer failures Products used in a commercial setting Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in materials or workmanship or for appliances not in ordinary household u
12. se or used other than in accordance with the provided instructions Service calls to correct the installation of your appliance or to instruct you how to use your appliance Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing such as removal of trim cupboards shelves etc which are not a part of the appliance when it is shipped from the factory Service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs air filters water filters other consumables or knobs handles or other cosmetic parts Surcharges including but not limited to any after hour weekend or holiday service calls tolls ferry trip charges or mileage expense for service calls to remote areas including the state of Alaska Damages to the finish of appliance or home incurred during installation including but not limited to floors cabinets walls etc Damages caused by services performed by unauthorized service companies use of parts other than genuine Electrolux parts or parts obtained from persons other than authorized service companies or external causes such as abuse misuse inadequate power supply accidents fires or acts of God DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES LIMITATION OF REMEDIES CUSTOMER S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR O
13. subject to change without notice USA Canada 1 800 944 9044 1 800 668 4606 Electrolux Major Appliances Electrolux Canada Corp North America E Electrolux 5855 Terry Fox Way P O Box 212378 Mississauga Ontario Canada Augusta GA 30907 L5V 3E4 AGAN For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or This Use and Care Guide provides explosion or to prevent property damage personal injury or loss of life general operating instructions for Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other your dryer It also contains appliance information about features for WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS several other models Your dryer Do not try to light any appliance may not have every feature Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building included Clear the room building or area of all occupants Use the dryer only as instructed in Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions this Use amp Care Guide and the If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Operating Instructions included Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier with your dryer Your safety and the safety of others is very 7 You will be killed or Pedestal important seriously injured if you don t follow A pedestal accessory
14. ure of warm water and mild detergent Or touch residue with the sticky side of the tape or label Do not store or place laundry products on e Before moving the dryer place a strip of cardboard or thin fiberboard under the top of dryer at any time They can damage front leveling legs to prevent damage to floor the finish or controls 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 e Fabric softener sheet e Rub fabric softener stains with bar soap e Add a few bath towels to small loads for stains Rinse and rewash proper tumbling e Some silk like fabrics should be air dried e Use proper drying temperature e Place fabric softener sheet on top of load before starting the dryer Lint e Overloading e Reduce load size and rewash using liquid e Do not overload dryer e Overdrying causes static fabric softener in the final rinse e Use fabric softener in washer or dryer to electricity e Or add a fabric softener sheet and tumble reduce static electricity e Lint screen not clean when without heat e Remove items when they are slightly damp to cycle began e Use lint brush or roller to remove lint avoid overdrying e Lint is attac
15. ures If the dryer is moved to a new location have it checked and reinstalled by a qualified service person PNG To prevent personal injury or damage to the dryer the electrical power cord of a gas dryer must be plugged into a properly grounded and polarized 3 prong outlet The third grounding prong must never be removed Never ground the dryer to a gas pipe Do not use an extension cord or an adaptor plug MITIN ALWAYS disconnect the dryer from the electrical supply before attempting any service or cleaning Failure to do so can result in electrical shock or injury PNAN not use any type spray cleanser when cleaning dryer interior Hazardous fumes or electrical shock could occur To prevent injury do not reach into the dryer if the drum is moving Wait until the dryer has stopped completely before reaching into the drum To prevent injury and damage to the dryer e All repairs and servicing must be performed by an authorized servicer unless specifically recommended in this Owner s Guide Use only authorized factory parts e Donot tamper with controls e Do not install or store the dryer where it will be exposed to the weather ZN A thermal limiter switch automatically turns off the motor in the unlikely event of an overheated situation electric dryers only A service technician must replace the thermal limiter switch after correcting the fault f f FN Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal ir uries
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