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2. 51 Electric dryer not heating properly 52 Gas dryer not heating properly 53 Electric and Gas dryers dryer over heating __ W _ 53 Electric dryers blower motor runs but dryer does not heat _________________ 54 Gas dryers blower motor runs but dryer does not heat _ ___ 55 Electric and Gas dryers clothes not dry in auto cycle _____ _________b56 48 Electric dryer completely inoperative Note Always check wiring to the components Note If a fault code is displayed the dryer will not operate Dryer completely inoperative Will the display illuminate Measure the voltage drop between the COM terminal of relay RL 2 and neutral Defective household power Defective Does the display supply or broken wire be electronic show a fault code tween dryer terminal block control board and relay RL 2 Defective Program the dryer for a coding page 8 control board Normal cycle and touch Start Measure the voltage drop between the COM terminal of door switch Defective and neutral thermal limiter 120 VAC With the door closed measure the voltage drop between the N O terminal of door switch and neutral Defective door switch 120 VAC Measure the voltage drop between the terminal J9 of the control board 120 vac and neutral Defective Defective electronic drive motor
3. 35 YYW Do not make a sharp bend or crimp wiring conductor at the connections 8 Tighten the screws securing the cord restraint firmly against the power cord 9 Tighten the strain relief nut securely so the strain relief does not turn 10 Reinstall the terminal block access cover GAS CONNECTION 1 Remove the shipping cap from gas pipe at the rear of the dryer NOTE DO NOT connect the dryer to L P gas service without converting the gas valve An L P conversion kit must be installed by a qualified gas technician 2 Connect a 1 2 inch 1 27 cm I D semi rigid or approved pipe from gas supply line to the 3 8 inch 0 96 cm pipe located on the back of the dryer Use a 1 2 inch to 3 8 inch 1 27 cm to 0 96 cm reducer for a connection Apply an approved thread sealer that is resistant to the corrosive action of liquefied gases on all pipe connections 3 Open the shutoff valve in the gas supply line to allow gas to flow through pipe 4 Test all connections by brushing on a soapy water solution NEVER TEST FOR GAS LEAKS WITH AN OPEN FLAME GENERAL INSTALLATION 1 Connect the exhaust duct to outside exhaust system Use duct tape to seal all joints 2 With the dryer in its final position adjust one or more of the legs until the dryer is resting solid on all four legs Place a level on top of the dryer THE DRYER MUST BE LEVEL AND RESTING SOLID ON ALL FOUR LEGS 3 Plug the power cord into a grounded outlet
4. Disconnect the dryer from electrical supply and remove the rear access panel Release the belt from the motor pulley and slide the idler pulley off Removing the idler pulley assembly 1 Disconnect the dryer from electrical supply and remove the rear access panel Release the belt from the motor pulley Release the idler spring from the motor and lift the assembly off the motor Removing the drive motor 1 Disconnect the dryer from electrical supply and remove the drum 2 Unplug the harness from the motor and remove the idler assembly 3 Unscrew the blower wheel from motor shaft Release the front motor lock from the blower hous ing 5 Release the spring hold down onthe rear of the motor and lift the motor out r Sprin Hold Down a E j or ed y x3 mi E A a ra m ba EE a r e ag Pa ee i on ra er Li i Removing the burner Gas dryers 1 Disconnect the dryer from electrical supply and remove the front panel 2 Unplug the igniter remove the two screws holding the burner to the valve assembly bracket and slide the burner into the combustion chamber to release burnerfrom the valve Removing the ignitor Gas dryers 1 Disconnect the dryer from electrical supply and unplug the igniter harness 68 2 Theigniterisheldtothe burner mounting bracketby 4 Remove the one screw securing the gas valve a screw and a tab Remove the screw and lift the assembly brac
5. Retouch the start pad and the test will advance to the MEMBRANE test The display will be blank Press each cycle pad and the LEDs should light Retouch the start pad and the test will advance to the COOL DOWN test The COOL DOWN icon will illuminate and a number will appear in the display and the drive motor will run Retouch the start pad and the test will advance to the TIME DRY test The TIME DRY icon will illuminate and a number will appear in the display The drive motor will run and the electric heating element or gas burner will operate depending on the model Press Start to repeat the test To remove the dryer from the test mode disconnect power to the dryer or press and hold the stop and cycle pads for at least 2 seconds then release QUICK REFERENCE SHEET SPECIFICATION Electrical Volts 120 208 or 120 240 Amps circuit Motor wattage Heat input Watts 240 VAC Heat input BTU Hr Auto Elec Ignition Drum Size Cu Ft Finish R P M Airflow CFM DRUM TEMPERATURES Max opening on 1st cycle High Medium Low Dimension Inches Height Stack Models Width Depth Vent Capability ELECTRIC MODELS 120 208 or 120 240 30 160 350 Watts 3200 4500 dul Power Paint Epoxy 48 54 145 190 140 180 135 175 35 1 4 26 7 8 2 4 Way GAS MODELS 120 15 160 350 Watts 20 000 Yes 5 7 Power Paint Epoxy 48 54 145 190 140 180 1
6. Pressing TIME DRY will select 45 minutes of drying time The time will increase 5 minutes each time TIME DRY is pressed The maximum drying time is approximately 110 minutes If you desire less than 45 minutes you must advance beyond the 110 minute mark to start again at 15 minutes In the AUTO DRY cycles the electronic control reads the capacitance between the two sensor bars located in the vent cover When wet clothes are placed in the dryer the clothes touch the sensor bars and the moisture lowers the ca pacitance between the bars As the dryer runs mois ture is removed from the clothes the capacitance be tween the bars increases When the increase in ca pacitance satisfies the electronic control the cycle sta tus will change from Auto Dry to Cool Down and the load is tumbled without heat At the end of cycle dn is displayed and the electronic control will turn the dryer off Electrical Operation Gas Dryers Models Note Always refer to the wiring diagram or sche matic with the product Sample wiring diagram 120 VAC 60 HZ L1 N CABINET WHITE ELECTRONIC CONTROL 6 BOARD WHITE CABINET CONTROL THERMISTOR 14 4 DASHED LINES INDICATE CIRCUITS THAT ARE NOT IN ALL MODELS RED ORANGE CABINET YEL BASE TSECONDARY WHTBoosTER a en COIL 22 COIL NEY gt HOLDING RG gt GAS VALVE COIL THERMOSTAT ASSEMBLY When the dryer is connected to electr
7. Removing the sensor Gas dryers IIA IO Removing the combustion chamber Gas dryers ___SSSSSS S C CSFS 70 Removing the duct and heat shield Gas dryers _DBJ _ S Removing the manifold pipe Gas dryers _ ___ Removing the vent pipe Gas dryers ____ 7 Removing the gasket between the vent pipe and blower housing_________ QUICK REFERENCE SHEET 1 Serial nameplate location on the front panel at the left side of the dryer door opening m 1 2 2 Serial number breakdown duaa Incremented unit number Production week Last digit of production year Product identification Manufacturing Facility 3 Tech sheet location Front console models on the right hand bodyside behind the front panel and inside rear access panel QUICK REFERENCE SHEET Failure codes Display shows Indicates Correction Display shows Indicates Correction Display shows Indicates Correction F 01 An internal fault in the control Touch the Stop Clear pad If the dis play continues to display F 01 or if the code returns when the dryer is re started replace the control F 02 Control temperature sensor open or shorted Removed the wires from the control temperature sensor and measure the resistance of the sensor If the meter does not read 50 000 Ohms 10 replace the sensor
8. 14 When the load has reached the selected dryness level it will continue to tumble unheated during a Cool Down period This helps reduce wrinkling and makes items easier to handle during unloading Drying time varies depending on size and dampness of load and fabric type Room temperature and humidity type of installation and electrical voltage or gas pressure can also affect drying time The following will be displayed during an Auto Dry cycle The Estimated Drying time for the cycle selected will be displayed for approximately 5 minutes The Ad is displayed until the Estimated Drying Time for your specific load has been determined The cycle status will change from Auto Dry to Cool Down while the load is being tumbled without heat dn is displayed when the cycle is done If the Press Saver option has been selected the load will continue to tumble without heat The cycle status will change to Press Saver and dn will be displayed Normal Select this Auto Dry cycle for cotton items Quick Select this Timed Dry cycle to quickly dry a small load made up of justafew items Auto Dry is not available with this cycle Towels Select this Auto Dry cycle for towel loads Perm Press Select this Auto Dry cycle for permanent press items Knits Delicates Select this Auto Dry cycle for knit and delicate items Touch Up Select Touch Upto help remove wrinkles from clean and dry items that were not t
9. Select the temperature desired You will not be able to select a cycle or dryness level NOTE Timed Dry is required when using the No Heat option Press TIMED DRY to select 45 minutes of drying time The time will increase 5 minutes each time TIMED DRY is pressed The maximum drying time is approximately 110 minutes If you desire less than 45 minutes you must advance beyond the 110 minute mark to start again at 15 minutes Error Codes If the dryer stops and the F 01 F 02 F 03 F 04 or F 05 error code is flashing inthe display press STOP CLEAR select a cycle and press START If the error code appears again call for service to correct the problem F 01 There may be an internal problem with the control F02 There may be aproblem with the temperature 16 sensor F 03 There may be a problem with the heater system F 04 The dryer may have run too long Clean the lint filter and be sure the ventis not blocked before calling for service F 05 There may be a problem with the keypad Dryer settings reference chart AVAILABLE CYCLE SETTING These temperatures dryness levels and opions available with the following cycles Normal Quick Towels Perm Press Knits Delicates Touch Up Temperatures Press Saver Air Fluff No Heat Factory setting Timed Dry cycle only 17 SECTION B OWNERS GUIDE VAIN For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minim
10. and gas is pre vented from flowing through the second chamber of the valve to the burner Igniter It is necessary to raise the temperature above 1100 F to ignite gas As current flows through the igniter the temperature of igniter raises from room temperature to approximately 1800 F within 30 seconds The contacts of the sensor are heat sensitive and set to open above the ignition temperature of gas When the sensor con tacts open current flows through the secondary coil opening the second chamber allowing gas to the burner and is ignited by the heat of the igniter When the con tacts of the sensor are open the parallel circuit formed by the igniter and the booster coil are in series with the secondary coil which lowers the current flow through the igniter and booster coil Since it takes less magnetic force to hold a solenoid open than it does to open it the first solenoid remains open when the current through the booster coil is reduced The reduction of current flow through the igniter reduces heat from the igniter but the sensor contacts are held open by the heat of the burner flame Drying Time The amount of drying time is determined in one of two ways A fixed amount of drying time that may be set by touching the TIMED DRY pad or the AUTO DRY cycles that varies amount of time by the size of the load the amount of moisture in the clothes and the dryness set ting selected Pressing TIME DRY selects 45 minutes of
11. control board 49 Gas dryer completely inoperative Note Always check wiring to the components Note If a fault code is displayed the dryer will not operate Dryer completely inoperative Will the display illuminate Measure the voltage drop between the COM terminal of relay RL 2 and neutral Will the control program Defective household power Defective supply or broken wire between electronic dryer terminal block and relay control board RL 2 Does the display show a fault code Defective Refer to fault electronic coding page 8 control board Program the dryer for a Normal and touch Start With the door closed measure the voltage drop between the N O terminal of door switch and neutral Defective door switch 120 VAC Measure the voltage drop between terminal J9 on the control board 120 VAC and neutral Defective Defective electronic drive motor control board 50 Electric and Gas dryers blower motor runs but drum does not turn Note Always check wiring to the components Drive motor runs but drum does not turn Belt broken or off pulley Electric and Gas dryers longer than normal drying times Possible F05 Note Always check wiring to the components Longer than normal drying times Are the clothes wetter than normal when removed from the washer No Is the vent restricted Yes Is the blower motor runni
12. piping system during any pressure testing of the gas Supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1 2 psig 3 45 kPa LOCATION OF YOUR DRYER DO NOT INSTALL YOUR DRYER 1 In an area exposed to dripping water or outside weather conditions 2 Inan area where it will come in contact with curtains drapes or anything that will obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air 3 On carpet Floor MUST be solid with a maximum slope of 1 inch 2 54 cm INSTALLATION IN RECESS OR CLOSET 1 A dryer installed in a bedroom bathroom recess or closet MUST be exhausted outdoors 2 No other fuel burning appliance shall be installed in the same closet as the Gas dryer 3 Your dryer needs the space around it for proper ventilation DO NOT INSTALL YOUR DRYER IN A CLOSET WITH A SOLID DOOR 4 A minimum of 120 square inches 774 2 square cm of opening equally divided at the top and bottom of the door is required Air openings are required to be unobstructed when a door is installed A louvered door with equivalent air openings for the full length of the door is acceptable MINIMUM INSTALLATION CLEARANCES Inches SIDES REAR TOP FRONT Alcove 0 0cm O 0Ocm 15 38 1 cm Closet 0 0cm O Ocm 15 38 1 cm 1 2 54 cm Closet door ventilation required 2 louvered openings each 60 square inches 387 square centimeters 3 inches 7 6 cm from bottom and top of door NOTE Under counter and stack models O
13. 30 amp with 3 open end spade lug connectors with upturned ends or closed loop connectors or a 4 conductor power supply cord NEMA 14 30 type SRDT or ST as required rated at 240 volt AC minimum 30 amp with 4 open end spade lug connectors with upturned ends or closed loop connectors and marked for use with clothes dryers If being installed in a manufactured mobile home thedryer must employ a 4 conductor power supplycord NEMA 14 30 type SRDT or ST as required rated at 240 volt AC minimum 30 amp with 4 open end spade lug connectors with upturned ends or closed loop connectors and marked for use with clothes dryers See ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS FOR for additional instructions OUTLET RECEPTACLE NEMA 10 30R 3wire receptacle or NEMA 14 30R 4wire receptacle to be located so the power supply cord is accessible when the dryer is in the installed position NEMA 10 30R NEMA 14 30R GAS Dryer CIRCUIT Individual 15 amp branch circuit fused with a 15 amp maximum time delay fuse or circuit breaker POWER SUPPLY 3 wire 120 volt single phase 60 Hz Alternating Current POWER SUPPLY CORD The dryer is equipped with a 120 volt 3 wire power cord NOTE Do not under any circumstances remove grounding prong from plug GROUNDING PRONG EXHAUST SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS Use only 4 inch 10 2 cm diameter minimum rigid or flexible metal duct and approved vent hood which has a swing out damper s that open when the d
14. BE PERIOD SERVICERS WILL RESPONSIBLE FOR FULL ONE YEAR One year from original Pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts Costs of service calls that are listed under IMPORTAN WARRANTY purchase date of this appliance which prove to be defective RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONSUMER in materials or workmanship LIMITEDWARRANTY _ Time period listed above All of the provisions of the full warranty above Costs of the technician s travel to the home and an Applicable to the and the exclusions listed below apply costs for pick up and delivery of the appliance required State of Alaska because of service Your appliance is warranted by Frigidaire Home Products a division of White Consolidated Industries Inc We authorize no person to change or add to any of our obligations under this warranty Our obligations for service and parts under this warranty must be performed by Frigidaire or an authorized Frigidaire servicer This warranty applies only to products in ordinary household use and the consumer is responsible for the items listed below 1 Proper use of the appliance in accordance with instructions provided with the product 2 Proper installation by an authorized servicer in accordance with instructions provided with the appliance and in accordance with all local plumbing electrical and or gas codes 3 Proper connection to a grounded power supply of sufficient voltage replacement of blown fuses repair of loose connecti
15. Damp Dry for items you wish to partially dry before hanging or ironing Select the temperature most suitable for the load Note Topreventover drying every dryness level is not available with every cycle Cycle Options Press Saver If the dried load cannot be removed promptly at the end of the cycle unheated tumbling continues for approxi mately 30 minutes to help reduce wrinkling When the signal is selected it will beep briefly approximately every 4 minutes as a reminder to remove the load The dried load can be removed at any time during Press Saver No Heat This option provides up to 30 minutes of tumbling without heat and can only be selected in the Timed Dry cycle Use it to dry items containing feathers or down foam rubber plastics or similarly textured rubber like materi als to freshen clothing pillows or blankets or to dust draperies Dryer Features Control Lock To prevent accidental operation ofthe dryer or alteration of the cycle settings press and hold the lock symbol until you hear 3 beeps and LOC is displayed To cancel press and hold the lock symbol until LOC is no longer displayed Signal A signal will sound at the end of the cycle and periodically during Press Saver Press the signal symbol to select one of three volume levels or turn off the signal This selection will be programmed until you change it Timed Dry Use this feature to manually select the drying time for any load
16. Install mounting brackets Install dryer support spacer Prepare dryer for stacking Stack the dryer Washer and dryer operation SECTION E HOW THE COMPONENTS WORK The basic components Drum Heat source Electric Gas Drive motor and blower Control thermistor Electronic control board Airflow Airflow electric dryers Airflow gas dryers Airflow problems Restrictions Air leaks O slelelelele e e elelsle e e e eJe e s s 8 s 8 s 8 e elelels u s o Y I I gt 02 62 09 858 a s s s s e elele jels 5 8 e ejele eleje e Short unrestricted vents Electrical operation Electric dryers models Electronic control board circuits Drive motor circuit Temperature sensing circuit The heating circuit Drying time Electrical Operation Gas Dryers Models Electronic control board circuits Drive motor circuit Temperature sensing circuit The heating circuit Drying time SECTION F TROUBLESHOOTING FLOW CHARTS 8 56 Electric dryer completely inoperative Gas dryer completely inoperative Electric and gas dryers blower motor runs but drum does not turn Electric and gas dryers longer than normal drying times Electric dryer not heating properly Gas dryer not heating properly Electric and gas dryers dryer over heating Electric dryers blower motor runs but dryer does not heat Gas dryers blower motor runs but dryer does not heat Electric and Gas dryers clothes not dry in auto cycle SECTION G TEARDOWN Removing the top panel Removi
17. NOTE Check to ensure the power is off at circuit breaker fuse box before plugging the power cord into the outlet 5 Turn on the power at the circuit breaker fuse box ANN Before operating the dryer make sure the dryer area is clear and free from combustible materials gasoline and other flammable vapors Also see that nothing such as boxes clothing etc obstructs the flow of combustion and ventilation air 6 Run the dryer through a cycle check for proper operation NOTE On gas dryers before the burner will light it is necessary for the gas line to be bled of air If the burner does not light within 45 seconds the first time the dryer is turned on the safety switch will shut the burner off If this happens turn the timer to OFF and wait 5 minutes before making another attempt to light 7 lf your dryer does not operate please review the Avoid Service Checklist located in your Use and Care Guide before calling for service 8 Place these instructions in a location near the dryer for future reference REPLACEMENT PARTS If replacement parts are needed for your dryer contact the source where you purchased your dryer Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation Verify proper operation after servicing Destroy the carton and plastic bags after the dryer is unpacked Children might use them for play Cartons covered with rugs
18. bedspreads or plastic sheets can become airtight chambers causing suffocation Place all materials in a garbage container or make materials inaccessible to children The instructions in this manual and all other literature included with this dryer are not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur Good safe practice and caution MUST be applied when installing operating and maintaining any appliance 36 SECTION D STACKING INSTRUCTIONS Electronic Tumble Action Washer Dryer To reduce the risk of electrical shock disconnect this appliance from the power supply before attempting any user maintenance Turning the controls to the OFF position does not disconnect his appliance from the power supply PTY em Refer to the washer and dryer installation instructions packed with each appliance prio o stacking appliances Reading all of the information contained in these instructions will simplify the nstallation and ensure a correct and safe operation A fire hazard and or personal injury could result rom improper installation TOOL amp EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS 1 Phillips screwdriver 2 Flat blade screwdriver 3 Channel lock pliers KIT COMPONENTS 2 Rear Stacking Brackets 2 Stacking Spacers left amp right 37 A Remove Washer Top Panel 1 B 1 Remove the washer top panel by removing the two 2 screws at the rear of the top panel Slide the top panel rearward to rem
19. both the run winding and the start winding of the drive motor When the motor is not turning the other end of the start winding is connected internally to termi nal M5 of the motor through the NC contact of the motor centrifugal switch The other end of the run winding is also connected internally to terminal M5 When the motor is not turning the start winding and the run winding are connected in parallel When the contacts of relay RL 1 are closed with the dryer door closed line 1 and neutral voltage is applied across both the start and run windings of the drive motor With power applied to both the start and run windings the motor Starts to turn When the speed of the motor reaches about 80 of it s normal run speed the contacts of the centrifugal switch remove power from the start winding thus removing the start winding from the circuit The drive motor preforms two tasks in the dryer A pul ley attached to one end of the motor shaft uses a belt to drive the dryer drum The blower wheel is attached to the other end of the motor shaft to pull the air through the clothes and force it out the exhaust vent Temperature Sensing Circuit The temperature in the dryer is controlled by the control thermistor and the electronic control board The control thermistor is mounted in the blower fan housing andis a negative coefficient thermistor that decreases in resis tance as the temperature increases The electronic control board rea
20. console front panel with touch pad Removing the door 1 Disconnect the dryer from electrical supply and 4 Open the door and remove the four screws holding remove the front panel the door to the hinges 2 Removethe console from the frontpanel andthe drip rail from the console 3 Disconnect the ribbon from the control board 4 Remove the control board and display 5 Release the 4 lower locking tabs accross the back of the console holding the plastic front panel to the metal mounting panel Separating the door panel 1 Removethedoor 2 Remove the two screws from the end and two screws from the bottom 6 Pull out on the bottom of the metal panel and slide the metal panel down to release the top 3 top tabs 3 Lift the inner panel off the outer panel Removing the door seal 1 The door seal is fasten to the inner door liner by expandable tabs pushed through slots in the liner 2 Ifthe seal is to be replaced open the door and pull 2 Push up and forward and down and forward on the the seal from the liner If the seal is to be reused rear of the catch moving the catch forward until the separate the panels and use a small screwdriver to metal tabs hit the front panel push the tabs through the liner 3 Releasethe metal tabs with a small screwdriver and Removing the door handle push the catch out the front 1 Separate the panel and release the tabs holding the handle in outer panel Rem
21. drying time The drying time will increase 5 minutes each time TIME DRY is pressed The maximum drying time is approxi mately 110 minutes If you desire less than 45 min utes you must advance beyond the 110 minute mark to start at 15 minutes 46 In the AUTO DRY cycles the electronic control mea sures the capacitance between the two sensor bars lo cated in the vent cover When wet clothes are placed in the dryer the clothes touch the sensor bars and the moisture lowers the ca pacitance between the bars As the dryer runs the mois ture is removed from the clothes the capacitance be tween the bars increases When the increase in ca pacitance satisfies the electronic control the cycle sta tus will change from Auto Dry to Cool Down the load is then tumbled without heat At the end of cycle dn is displayed and the electronic control turn the dryer off 47 SECTION F TROUBLESHOOTING FLOW CHARTS NOTE Always check the wiring and pin plug connectors before replacing any component NOTE If a fault code is displayed the dryer will not operate Refer to page 8 for information on fault codes Electric dryer completely inoperative AAA _ 49 Gas dryer completely inoperative 50 Electric and Gas dryers blower motor runs but drum does not turn ____ 51 Electric and Gas dryers longer than normal drying times
22. foam seal forward and disconnect the wires from the light socket h Disconnect the dryer from electrical supply 3 Remove the light bulb squeeze the tabs onthe side 2 Remove the front panel of the socket and push the socket into the housing 3 Thefoam seal is glued to front panel duct and seals between the front panel duct and the blower 4 To replace the seal pull the seal off and glue the replacement to the duct oi Lely Le pr ER n 7 zt 7 s j i Be eat em ETAN pe Je oeod 7 ay Replacing the felt seal 1 Disconnect the dryer from electrical supply Removing the rear access panel 2 Remove the front panel 1 Remove the two screws holding the access panel to the rear panel and swing the left side of the vent 3 The felt seal is a two piece seal that is glued to front out to disengage the tabs panel rim that the drum rides on 4 To replace the seal pull the seal off and glue the replacement to the rim eee E Sy A a ee Releasing the dryer belt 1 Remove the access panel 63 2 Push the idler pulley to the right and slip the beltoff 4 Use the belt to raise rear of the drum to release the the motor pulley ball from the hitch and move the drum out the front Removing the vane from the drum 1 Disconnect the dryer from electrical supply Removing the belt 2 Openthedoor remove the top panel the two screws holding the vane to the drum and dro
23. inches 0 cm for sides rear and top THIS DRYER MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS 5 The following illustrations show minimum clearance dimensions for proper operation in a recess or closet installation 30 60 SQ IN 387 1 SQ 15 38 1 cm 4 41 2 54 cm 0 0 cm 60 SQ IN 387 1 SQ CM CLOSET DOOR NOTE Under counter and stack models 0 inches 0 cm for sides rear and top 0 0 cm gt MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION 1 Dryer MUST be exhausted outside outdoors not beneath the mobile home using metal ducting that will not support combustion Metal ducting must be 4 inches 10 16 cm in diameter with no obstructions Rigid metal duct is preferred If dryer is exhausted through the floor and area beneath the mobile home is enclosed the exhaust system MUST terminate outside the enclosure with the termination securely fastened to the mobile home structure When installing a gas dryer into a mobile home a provision must be made for outside make up air This provision is to be not less than twice the area of the dryer exhaust outlet 31 gt 1 2 54 cm I gt 0 0 cm 4 This dryer MUST be fastened to the floor Mobile Home Installation Kit No 346764 is available from your dealer 5 Referto pages 27 and 28 for othe
24. is blown the drum may turn but the heater will not operate Gas supply valve is not open gas models Dryer does not have enough air supply to support the burner flame gas models LP gas supply tank is empty or there has been a utility interruption of natural gas gas models Drying cycle takes too long Lint screen is clogged with lint outside of the dryer feels too hot or smells hot Excessive wrinkling Exhaust duct requirements have not been met Electric dryer is connected to a 208 volt circuit Drying procedures have not been followed Outside exhaust hood or exhaust duct may be clogged or restricted High humidity Dryer is overloaded Items left in dryer too long Insufficient sorting of items Drying temperature too high 24 SOLUTION Make sure the plug fits tightly in wall outlet Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse Make sure electrical line is not overloaded and the dryer is on a separate circuit Call authorized service person for replacement Replace fuse Check to make sure supply valve is open See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for procedure See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 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 must be at least 4 inches in diameter and made of rigid or flexible metal When in place the duct must have no m
25. is performed it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts This written warranty gives you specific legal rights You may also have other rights that vary from state to state Service under this warranty must be obtained by contacting Frigidaire Home Products 800 944 9044 FRIGIDAIRE Frigidaire Home Products P O Box 212378 HOME PRODUCTS Augusta GA 30917 Product features or specifications as described or illustrated are subject to change without notice All warranties are made by White Consolidated Industries Inc This warranty applies only in the 50 states of the U S A and Puerto Rico 26 SECTION C INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS GAS 8 ELECTRIC DRYER Before beginning installation carefully read these instructions This will simplify the installation and ensure the dryer is installed correctly and safely Leave these instructions near the Dryer after installation for future reference NOTE The electrical service to the Dryer must conform with local codes and ordinances and the latest edition of the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 NOTE The gas service to the Dryer must conform with local codes and ordinances and the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI 2223 1 NOTE The Dryer is designed under ANSI Z 21 5 1 or ANSI UL 2158 CAN CSA C22 2 latest editions for HOME USE only This Dryer is not recommended for commercial applications such as restaurants or beauty salons etc For your safety
26. of the dryer and can be cut by any movement of the cord resulting in electrical shock A Do not use an aluminum wired receptacle with a copper wired power cord and plug or vice versa A chemical reaction occurs between copper and aluminum and can cause electrical shorts The proper wiring and receptacle is a copper wired power cord with a copper wired receptacle NOTE Dryers operating on 208 volt power supply will have longer drying times than operating on 240 volt power supply GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS ELECTRIC Dryer A DANGER Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electrical shock Check with a licensed electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded For a grounded cord connected dryer 1 The dryer MUST be grounded In the event of a malfunction or breakdown grounding will reduce the risk of electrical shock by a path of least resistance for electrical current 2 If your dryer is equipped with a power supply cord having an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug the plug MUST be plugged into an appropriate copper wired receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances If in doubt call a licensed electrician For a permanently connected dryer 1 The dryer MUST be connected to a grounded metal permanent wiring system or an equipment grounding conductor must be run with the cir
27. room temperature Check the burner area for soot Is the burner burning clean More or less than 53000 Ohms 10 53000 Ohms 10 Check the Clean the orifice Deteelvealecionia gas pressure and check oriol under flow the valve Yes Defective thermistor Electric and Gas dryers dryer over heating Note Always check wiring to the components Dryer overheats Is the vent restricted Yes Clear vent system Check the resistance of the control thermistor at room temperature More or less than 53000 Ohms 10 Defective thermistor 53000 Ohms 10 Defective electronic control 53 Electric dryers drive motor runs but dryer does not heat Note Always check wiring to the components Drive motor runs but dryer does not heat Program the dryer for a Normal Cycle with High Temp and touch Start Measure the voltage drop between the two terminals of RL 2 240 VAC Defective electronic control board Measure the voltage drop be tween the two terminals of the high limit thermostat 240 VAC Defective high limit thermostat Remove power from the dryer and disconnect the black wire from RL 2 Restart the dryer and measure the voltage drop between red wire on RL 2 and neutral Open wire from terminal block 120 VAC Remove power from the dryer reconnect the black wire from RL 2 and disconnect the p
28. the air to be heated before it passes through the clothes Note With short direct vent runs such as you have when the dryer is installed against an outside wall use a 2 1 2 vent cap rather than a 4 vent cap Electrical Operation Electric Dryers Models Note Always refer to the wiring diagram or schematic with the product 240 VAC 60HZ 120 VAC 60HZ n L1 WIRE NOT INCLUDED IN Ow BLACK MODELS PROVIDED WITH 4 WIRE POWER CORD NS RED RED so CONTRACT 3 ELECTRONIC A CABINET SENSOR wep neoa Sateen GAN CABINET WHITE NOTE DASHED LINES INDICATE CIRCUITS THAT ARE NOT IN ALL MODELS RED ade AU ORAN THERMAL LIMITER CABINET BASE YELLOW RL 2 o o BLACK O com HEATER NO E RELAY HIGH LIMIT AAA THERMOSTAT HEATER 4500 WATTS When the dryer is connected to electrical power line 1 is connected to one side of the thermal limiter and the COM terminal of the heater relay RL 2 that is mounted 42 on the electronic control board The COM terminal pro vides power to the common contact of the relay and also provides power to the electronic control board The elec tronic control board controls the operating temperature of the dryer and length of the cycle by either sensing the amount of moisture in the clothes or a fixed amount of time when time dry is used Note If the red and black wires on the relay are reversed the control will not operate Always con
29. the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage personal injury or loss of life Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquid in the vicinity of this or any other appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building Clear the room building or area of all occupants Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier 2l PRE INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Materials Required for Installation 1 Phillips head screwdriver 2 Channel lock adjustable pliers 3 Carpenter s level 4 Flat or straight blade screwdriver 5 Duct tape 6 Rigid or flexible metal 4 inch 10 2 cm duct 7 Vent hood 8 Pipe thread sealer Gas 9 Plastic knife ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS ELECTRIC Dryer CIRCUIT Individual 30 amp branch circuit fused with 30 amp minimum time delay fuses or circuit breakers POWER SUPPLY 3 or 4 wire 240 volt single phase 60 Hz Alternating Current POWER SUPPLY CORD KIT The dryer MUST employ a 3 conductor power supply cord NEMA 10 30 type SRDT rated at 240 volt AC minimum
30. 1 Installing the dryer in a small inclosed area such as acloset without a louvered door that reduces the intake air 2 Fan problems caused by either a slow running motor a broken or deformed fan blade or a deformed fan housing 3 A lint restriction in the lint screen area Operator may not be cleaning the lint screen before using 4 A restriction in the exhaust system in the house caused by the design of the vent such as the diameter of the vent pipe being too small too long too many right angles or a collapsed or lint restricted vent pipe Note Problems caused by the vent pipe in the house are not cover under the product warranty Air leaks Two types of air leaks may occur 1 Air being drawn in around the door opening between the drum and the front panel or around the foam seal between the front duct and the blower housing re places some of the air being drawn through the drum and lowers the efficiency of the dryer An air leak that occurs around the door opening or between the drum and the front panel usually will cause lint to build up on the inner panel of the door Note 2 Air being pushed out around the blower housing or vent pipe inside the dryer allows some of the moisture that has been removed from the clothes to be recirculated Short unrestricted vents The venting system in the dryer is designed to operate under some back pressure This back pressure is needed to slow the airflow and allow
31. 35 170 35 1 4 26 7 8 2r 3 Way Top Finish Power Paint Enamel Power Paint Enamel Port Opening Sq In 235 235 Electric dryers can be vented four ways through back bottom right or left side Gas dryers can be vented three ways through back bottom or right side 10 QUICK REFERENCE SHEET Component Resistances Electric Models Gas Models Drive motor 120 volt 60 Hz 1 4 h p 1725 rpm Motor Start Winding 4 5 Ohms 4 5 Ohms Motor Run Winding 3 8 Ohms 3 8 Ohms Heating Element 12 8 Ohms Control Thermistor 50 000 Ohms 50 000 Ohms Burner Assembly Ignitor 50 400 Ohms Secondary Coil 1200 Ohms Booster Coil 1320 Ohms 10 77 F 11 SAMPLE WIRING DIAGRAM FOR ELECTRIC MODELS CAUTION DISCONNECT ELECTRIC CURRENT BEFORE SERVICING LABEL ALL WIRES PRIOR TO DISCONNECTION WHEN SERVICING CONTROLS WIRING ERRORS CAN CAUSE IMPROPER AND DANGEROUS OPERATION VERIFY PROPER OPERATION AFTER SERVICING 240 VAC GOHZ
32. CA amp QUICK DISCONNECT TERMINAL Soe ION one b CONNEE TION Z CONNECT DRYER TO A 15 AMPERE O NDI VIDUAL BRANCH CIRCUIT F ee CONE 3 CONTROL SHOWN IN OFF POSITION DOOR 4mm SPLICE gt MOTOR PROTECTOR T7 CHASSIS CABINET GROUND SCREW TERMINA gt gt HARNESS CONNECTOR TERMINAL G INSULATED TERMINAL Xt TRANSIENT VOLT SUPPRESSOR 13 SECTION A OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Before Operating Your Dryer Read your dryer Use and Care Guide It has impor tant safety and warranty information It also has many suggestions for best drying results To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons read the IMPORTANT SAFETY IN STRUCTIONS in your dryer Use and Care Guide before operating this appliance Operating Steps Read Drying Procedures in your Use and Care Guide It explains these operating steps in detail 1 Prepare items for drying 2 Check that lint screen is clean and in place 3 Load the dryer If desired add a dryer fabric softener sheet Close the door 4 Press CYCLES until desired cycle is selected Suit able drying temperature dryness level and options will automatically be displayed To change these settings press TEMPS DRYNESS and OPTIONS until the desired selections are made Those adjust ments to the cycle will automatically be remembered each time that cycle is selected 5 To select or delete Press Saver and Air Fluff No Heat press OPTIONS until the flas
33. If the meter reading is within 10 of 50 000 Ohms check the wiring between the electronic con trol board and the sensor If the wiring is good replace the electronic control board F 03 No heat Touch the Stop Clear pad to clear the F 03 Program the dry for a NORMAL CYCLE with HIGH HEAT and touch START Measure the voltage drop across the terminals of relay RL 2 on the electronic control board Ifthe meter reads 240 VAC on electric models or 120 VAC on gas models replace the electronic control board If the meter reads zero remove power from the dryer and disconnect the black wire electric models and orange wire gas models from the relay Reconnect power and measure the voltage drop between red wire on the relay RL 2 to neutral If the meter reads zero the wire between the incoming line and relay RL 2 is open If the meter reads 120 VAC check the rest of the heating circuit as described in the trouble shooting section Display shows Indicates Correction Display shows Indicates Correction Note On line test F04 The drying time has exceeded the pro gram time for that cycle Touch the Stop Clear pad Program the dry for a NORMAL CYCLE with HIGH HEAT and touch START Check for any thing that would extend the dry time such as 1 Dryer not heating 2 Restricted vent 3 Blower fan blade broken or loose 4 Dryer installed in a closet with a solid door 5 Bad connect in sensor bar circu
34. Installation instructions are packed in the dryer for the installer s reference Refer to INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for detailed grounding procedures Ifthe dryer is moved to a new location have it checked and reinstalled by a qualified service person 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 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 AGANE Do not use any type spray cleanser when cleaning dryer interior Hazardous fumes or electrical shock could occur WIE 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 AWE 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 Do not tamper with controls e Do not install or store the dryer where it will be exposed to the weather A A thermal limiter switch automatically turns off the motor in the unlikely event of an overheated situation electric dryers only A service techn
35. LL WIRES PRIOR TO DISCONNECTION WHEN SERVICING CONTROLS WIRING ERRORS CAN CAUSE IMPROPER AND Pr 120 VAG 00HZ T Q Li O Y N 177 CABINET RED WHITE RED a 1 a gt 2 CONTACT LL ELECTRONIC SENSOR CONTROL RED RED WHT BOARD LI gt EJ Qi Ji 2 amp CRN rh BLUE g 2 WHITE i CABINET VE mE CONTROL THERMISTOR A BLUE Q WHITE 44 WHITE NOTE DASHED LINES INDICATE CIRGIVTS THAT ARE NDT IN ALL MODELS BLACK O WHITE 4 DRUM LIGHT RED IS ye ORANGE COM b RL1 amp ND GRAY M4 a 2 TAN pra Q dene SWITH J13 MOTOR RELAY E CABINET A YEL BASE FLAME SENSOR a ORG fo e ka WHT WHT o o WHT o a OMY 8 RL oro SECONDARY WHT BOOSTER RED ORC Cail COIL amp oe amp aoe gt Q onmnmo CDM HEATER RELAY NO ORG 2 a HIGH LIMIT 5 E GAS VALVE THERMOSTAT ee WIRING CODES NOTES 1 ALL WRING MUST CONFORM TO LO
36. SERVICE MANUAL 27 Dryers Gas amp Electric Models with Electronic Controls 5995393146 November 2003 SAFE SERVICING PRACTICES ALL APPLIANCES To avoid personal injury and or property damage it is important that Safe Servicing Practices be observed The following are some limited examples of safe practices 1 DO NOT attempt a product repair if you have any doubts as to your ability to complete it in a safe and satisfactory manner Before servicing or moving an appliance e Remove the power cord from the electrical outlet trip the circuit breaker to the OFF position or remove the fuse e Turn off the gas supply e Turn off the water supply Never interfere with the proper operation of any safety device USE ONLY REPLACEMENT PARTS CATALOGED FOR THIS APPLIANCE SUBSTITUTIONS MAY DEFEAT COMPLIANCE WITH SAFETY STANDARDS SET FOR HOME APPLIANCES GROUNDING The standard color coding for safety ground wires is GREEN or GREEN with YELLOW STRIPES Ground leads are not to be used as current carrying conductors It is EXTREMELY important that the service technician reestablish all safety grounds prior to completion of service Failure to do so will create a hazard Prior to returning the product to service ensure that e All electrical connections are correct and secure e All electrical leads are properly dressed and secured away from sharp edges high temperature components and moving parts e All non insulated elec
37. UNTS test Refer to pages 8 amp 9 Check that the dryer is level or slightly tip forward Failed test Are the sensor bars clean No Clean bars Yes Check the connections at the bars and the wiring between the control and the bars Checks good Checks bad Replace the Tighten the con electronic control nections or replace the wire 56 SECTION G TEARDOWN 2 Remove the 2 screws one at each end that hold the rail to the console back panel This section will describe how to remove components from both gas and electric dryer Unless stated the pro cedure will be the same on all dryers Unless stated reverse the procedure to reinstall the component WAN Always remove electrical power from the dryer when working in an area where electrical power is present IIED Always turn the gas off to the dryer be fore opening any gas piping Removing the top panel 1 The top panel is held in place in the front by four ER plastic pins and two metal tabs 3 Lift the edge of the console and pull the rail back Removing the front panel 1 Disconnect the dryer from electrical supply and remove the top panel 2 Unplug the two harness plugs and release the ground wire 2 Remove the two screws slide the top back about 1 2 inch and lift the top off Removing the console drip rail 1 Removethetop panel 57 3 Remove the 2 screws holding the drip rail to the 2 Unpl
38. aken from the dryer at the end of the cycle have been stored in crowded closets or drawers or unpacked from luggage following a trip It provides approximately 10 minutes of low heat tumbling followed by a 5 minute cool down period 15 Cycle Adjustments A suitable drying temperature and dryness level will au tomatically be displayed for the cycle selected To change settings press TEMPS and DRYNESS until the desired selections are made These adjustments to the cycle will automatically be remembered each time that cycle is selected Temperature Selection For best results follow the fabric care label instructions onitems to be dried Select the temperature setting most suitable for each load Toavoidfire hazard do notuse heatto dry items containing feathers or down foam rubber plastics or similarly textured rubber like materials Use the Air Fluff No Heat cycle only High is recommended for sturdy fabrics Medium is recommended for wrinkle free permanent press and lightweight fabrics Medium Low is recommended for most knits Low is recommended for delicate fabrics Note To prevent shrinkage every temperature is not available with every cycle Dryness Selection Select Normal Dry for most loads Occasionally a load may seem too damp or over dried at the end of the cycle To increase drying time for similar loads in the future select More Dry For loads requiring less drying time select Less Dry Select
39. azard overheating and damage to fabrics can occur If your 18 dryer has a drying rack always replace the lint screen when finished using the drying rack NWE Keep area around the exhaust opening and surrounding areas free from the accumulation of lint dust and dirt NEALE Do not obstruct the flow of ventilating air Do not stack or place laundry or throw rugs against the front or back of the dryer AVENE Do not spray any type of aerosol into on or near dryer at any time AVENE Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric softener or product A 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 This Use and Care Guide provides general operating instructions for your dryer It also contains information about features for several other models Your dryer may nothave every feature included Use the dryer only as instructed in this Use amp Care Guide and the Operating Instructions card included with your dryer Avoid fire hazard or electrical shock Do not use an adaptor plug or extension cord or remove grounding prong from electrical power cord Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury fire or death ELECTRIC DRYERS 14 30R B FUSED 30 AMP 120 240 V OR 120 208 V WALL DRYER RECEPTACLE SERVICE CORD CORRECT Use th
40. bows allowed in the MAXIMUM LENGTH charts can cause an accumulation of lint in the exhaust system Plugging the system could create a fire hazard as well as increase drying times rN Do not screen the exhaust ends of the vent system nor use any screws or rivets to assemble the exhaust system Lint can become caught in the screen on the screws or rivets clogging the duct work and creating a fire hazard as well as increasing drying times Use an approved vent hood to terminate the duct outdoors and seal all joints with duct tape All male duct pipe fittings MUST be installed downstream with the flow of air Explosion hazard Do not install the dryer where gasoline or other flammables are kept or stored If the dryer is installed in a garage it must be a minimum of 18 inches 45 7 cm above the floor Failure to do so can result in death explosion fire or burns MAXIMUM LENGTH of 4 10 2 cm Dia Rigid Metal Duct VENT HOOD TYPE Preferred 60 ft 18 28 m 48 ft 14 63 m 52 ft 15 84 m 40 ft 12 19 m 44 ft 13 41 m 32 ft 9 75 m 3 32ft 975m 24 ft 7 31 m 28 ft 8 53 m 16 4 87 m INSTALL MALE FITTINGS IN CORRECT DIRECTION 29 MAXIMUM LENGTH of 4 10 2 cm Dia Flexible Metal Duct VENT HOOD TYPE Preferred Number 10 2 cm NOT RECOMMENDED In ET where the exhaust system is not de scribed in the charts the following method must be used to determine if the exhaust system is acce
41. combustion chamber to the base raise the end and pull the chamber out of the duct Removing the manifold pipe Gas dryers 1 Disconnect the dryer from electrical supply 70 2 Turn the gas supply off and disconnect the gas Removing the vent pipe Gas dryers supply from the dryer 1 Remove the one screw holding vent to the rear 3 Remove dryerfrontpanel panel and pull the vent pipe out the back 4 Using a 15 16 open end wrench disconnect manifold pipe from the valve Removing the gasket between the vent pipe and blower housing Gas dryers 1 Disconnect the dryer from electrical supply 2 Remove front panel and slide the gasket completely on to the vent pipe 3 Remove the vent pipe out the rear of the dryer and 5 Remove the two screws holding the manifold pipe l remove the gasket from the vent pipe to the base and lift the pipe out 4 When reinstalling install the gasket on the vent pipe install the vent pipe in the dryer and slide half of the gasket on to the blower housing from the front of the dryer 71 12
42. cuit conductors and connected to the equipment grounding terminal or lead on the appliance GAS Dryers This dryer is equipped with a three prong grounding plug for your protection against shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded three prong receptacle Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug SILVER TERMINAL TIGHTEN NUT TO THESE THREADS ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS FOR 3 WIRE SYSTEM ELECTRIC Dryer 1 Remove the screws securing the terminal block access cover and the strain relief mounting bracket located on the back of the dryer upper corner 2 Install a U L approved strain relief into the power cord entry hole of the mounting bracket Finger tighten the nut only at this time 3 Thread a U L approved 30 amp power cord NEMA 10 30 Type SRDT through the strain relief 4 Attach the power cord neutral center wire conductor to the silver colored center terminal on the terminal block Tighten the screw securely 5 Attach the remaining two power cord outer conductors to the outer brass colored terminals on the terminal block Tighten both screws securely WWA Do not make a sharp bend or crimp wiring conductor at connections 6 Reattach the strain relief mounting bracket to the back of the dryer with two screws Tighten screws securely 7 Tighten the screws securing the cord restraint firmly against the power cord 8 Tighten the strain relief nut secur
43. ds the resistance of the thermistor and converts it into temperature lt compares the reading from the thermistor to the tem perature setting for the cycle The Heating Circuit The electronic control board applies power to the heat ing circuit through the contacts of heater relay RL 2 When the electronic control senses the temperature in the drum is below the programmed temperature it closes the contact of RL 2 This applies line 1 power to the high limit thermostat that is mounted on the heating el ement assembly The high limit thermostat is a safety device that prevents the dryer from overheating if the contacts of the RL 2 fail closed The contacts of the high limit thermostat are normally closed and are set to open at a temperature above the preset temperature specifications of the elec tronic control board From the output terminal of the high limit thermostat line 1 is connected to one side of the element The other side of the heating element is connected to line 2 through the contacts of the second centrifugal switch in the drive motor This switch pre vents power from being applied to the element if the motor is not running Drying Time The amount of drying time is determined in one of two ways A fixed amount of drying time may be set by touching the TIMED DRY pad The AUTO DRY cycles that variable amount of time by the size of the load the amount of moisture in the clothes and the dryness set ting selected
44. ell gas Your Safety and the Safety of other is very Important Pedestal Important safety instructions Prevent fire Protect children Prevent injury Drying Procedures Features End of cycle signal Drum light Reversible dryer door Drying rack Common drying problems Care and cleaning Inside Outside Avoid service checklist Sample Warranty ooh gt N I I seeiis s a alale SECTION C INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS GAS amp ELECTRIC DRYER What to do if you smell Gas Pre installation requirements NO J 1 Tools and materials required for installation Electrical requirements Electric dryers Gas dryers Exhaust system requirements Exhaust directions Exhaust duct locating dimensions Gas supply requirements Location of your dryer Do not install your dryer Installation in a recess or closet Minimum installation clearances This dryer must be exhausted outdoors Under counter installation Mobile home installation Rough in dimensions Unpacking Reversing door swing Electrical installation Electric dryers Grounding requirements For a grounded cord connected dryer For a permanently connected dryer Gas dryer Electrical connections for 3 wire system Electrical connections for 4 wire system Gas connection General installation Replacement parts SECTION D STACKING INSTRUCTIONS Tool amp equipment requirements Kit components Remove washer top panel
45. ely so that the strain relief does not turn 9 Reinstall the terminal block cover 34 GREEN POWER CORD EOI GROUND WIRE SILVER TERMINAL GROUND SCREW K a a oe algal is REEN NEUTRAL BLACK te GROUND HITE TO THESE WIRE THREADS RED STRAIN RELIEF MOUNTING BRACKET POWER CORD ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS FOR 4 WIRE SYSTEM ELECTRIC Dryer 1 Remove the screws securing the terminal block access cover and the strain relief mounting bracket located on the back of the dryer upper corner 2 Install a U L approved strain relief in the entry hole of the mounting bracket Finger tighten the nut only at this time 3 Remove the green neutral ground wire from the green ground screw located above the terminal block TYPICAL 4 CONDUCTOR RECEPTACLE BLACK 240V WHITE NEUTRAL TYPICAL 4 CONDUCTOR CORD 30 AMP NEMA 14 30 TYPE SRDT OR ST RED 240V GREEN GROUND 4 Thread a U L approved 30 amp power cord NEMA 14 30 type ST or SRDT through the strain relief 5 Attach the green power cord ground wire to the cabinet with the green ground screw 6 Attach the white neutral power cord conductor from the power cord and the green ground wire from the dryer harness to the silver colored center terminal on the terminal block Tighten the screw securely 7 Attach the red and black power cord conductors to the outer brass colored terminals on the terminal block
46. ent heats the air as it passes through Airflow Since the moisture in the clothes is removed by air mov ing through the drum it is important to understand the complete air flow system Airflow electric dryers Room air enters the dryer through a louvered panel in the rear right hand corner of the dryer 40 The air then is drawn into the drum through the holes in the rear of the drum The air passes through the drum picking up moisture and is drawn though the lint filter into the ductwork at the front of the dryer The air enters the fan housing and is pushed out the exhaust vent to the outside of the house 4 Airflow gas dryers The airflow in gas dryers is similar to electric dryers ex cept for the heat source and the rear of the drum The air enter the cavity through the louvered opening in the right rear corner of the dryer The air is pull across the gas burner through the burner chamber and is ducted to the rear of the drum The drum is the same as in the electric dryer except it does not have a heat baffle on it T Ce E ba A AA PA Airflow problems Airflow problems are usually caused by restrictions leaks or short unrestricted vents resulting in longer dry ing times hotter dryer surfaces and in extreme cases causing the thermal limiter to open on electric dryers Restrictions Restrictions can occur any place in the airflow system but the most common are
47. 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 Add a few bath towels to small stains with bar soap Rinse and loads for proper tumbling rewash 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 e Do not overload dryer e Overdrying causes rewash using liquid fabric Use fabric softener in washer or Static electricity softener in the final rinse dryer to reduce static electricity e Lint screen not clean Or add a fabric softener e Remove items when they are when cycle began sheet and tumble without slightly damp to avoid e Lint is attached to heat overdrying pills e Use lint brush or roller to e Check that lint screen is clean remove lint and in place Pilling e Pilling is normal with Use a lint brush or shaver Use fabric softener to lubricate Fibers break synthetic and to remove pills fibers off ball up permanent press e When ironing use spray starch and cling to fabrics This is due to or fabric finish on collars and fabric abrasion from normal cuffs 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 l
48. hing light indicates a desired option Then press SELECT to add or delete the option 6 If you wish to return to the factory settings press and hold CYCLES and OPTIONS at the same time for 5 seconds and release The display will show two dashes for a few seconds indicating that the factory settings have been selected oF raw mi Em Lees B a mig Note To provide the best care for your laundry items not all temperatures dryness levels and options are available with all cycles 7 Add desired features by pressing symbols for Control Lock End of Cycle Signal Time Dry 8 Press START to begin cycle To pause the cycle press STOP CLEAR once PAU will flash alternately with the time remaining display To resume the cycle press START again To stop or clear the cycle press STOP CLEAR twice 9 A signal will sound near the end of the cycle and periodically during Press Saver when the signal op tion is selected When the cycle ends remove items immediately and hang or fold 10 Clean lint screen after every load Cycle Selection For best results follow the fabric care label instructions on items to be dried Auto Dry cycles take the guesswork out of drying time The load will automatically be dried at the selected tem perature to the desired dryness level The dryer senses the moisture level of the load as it tumbles through heated air Auto Dry cycles save time and energy and protect fabrics
49. ical power line 1 is connected to the terminal marked COM on the door switch and the COM terminal of the heater relay that is mounted on the electronic control board The COM terminal of the heater relay provides power to the com mon contact of the relay and also provides power to the electronic control board The electronic control board 44 controls the operating temperature of the dryer and length of the cycle by either sensing the amount of moisture in the clothes or a fixed amount of time when time dry is used Note Ifthe red and orange wires on the relay are reversed the control will not operate Always connect the red wire to the terminal mark COM Note For information on programming the electronic control and the cycles refer to section A Electronic Control Board Circuits Line 1 is applied to the control board at the common terminal of RL 2 and neutral is connected on pin 1 of the six pin plug The control board receives inputs from the membrane switches which programs the control the contact sensors that sense the amount of moisture in the clothes and the control thermistor which sense the temperature in the dryer The control board use these input to control the drive motor circuit by open and clos ing the contacts of relay RL 1 and the heater circuit by opening and closing the contracts of relay RL 2 Drive Motor Circuit When power is connected to the dryer line 1 is applied to the COM terminal of the do
50. ician must replace the thermal limiter switch after correcting the fault A Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Drying Procedures e Follow the guidelines below for preparing the load for drying e Read the Operating Instructions card for operating your specific model e Always read and follow fabric care labels and laundry product labels IAN To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or injury to persons read Important Safety Instructions before operatingthis dryer 1 Prepare items for drying e Dry items of similar fabric weight and construction in the same load e Separate dark items from light colored items Separate items that shed lint from those that attract lint If an item sheds lint turn it inside out e Be sure buckles buttons and trim are heatproof and won t damage the drum finish Close zippers fasten hooks and Velcro like fasteners Tie strings and sashes to prevent snagging and tangling e f possible turn pockets inside out for even drying e Check for stains which may not have been removed in washing Dryer heat may permanently set some stains Repeat stain removal process before drying e Place small items in a mesh bag to prevent tangling and for easy removal 2 Check that lint screen is clean and in place 20 3 Load the dryer The average load will fill the drum 1 3 to 1 2 full ltems need room
51. is way ONLY 19 GAS DRYERS Grounding type wall receptacle Do not under any circumstances cut remove or bypass the grounding prong from this plug S JA lt A aay Power supply cord with 3 prong grounding plug CORRECT Use this way ONLY Note The instructions appearing in this Owner s Guide are not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur Common sense and caution must be practiced when installing operating and maintaining any appliance 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 IAN Keep laundry products out of children s reach To prevent personal injury observe all warnings on product labels AWWA IME Before the dryer is removed from service or discarded remove the dryer door to prevent accidental entrapment rN Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries Prevent Injury 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
52. it or dirty sensor bars If the dryer operates normally but the F 04 code returns replace the control F05 A problem with the key pad Disconnect the keypad ribbon from the control and reconnect the ribbon Try all keypad switches to see they all func tion correctly If they do not try clean ing the end of the ribbon with a soft cot ton cloth Reinstall the ribbon and pro gram the dryer to operate If the code reoccurs replace the touch pad See control removal instruction on how to disconnect ribbon To start the test programs remove power from the dryer Reconnect power to the dryer and within 10 seconds press and hold the temp and the stop pads for at least 2 seconds then release The control is now in the test function 1 After activation the WRINGLE RID icon should be on QUICK REFERENCE SHEET 2 Touch the start pad and the test will advance to the HEAT test H will appear in the display the drive motor will run and the electric heating element or gas burner will operate depending on the model Retouch the start pad and the test will advance to the AIR FLUFF test AF will appear in the display and the drive motor will run Retouch the start pad and the test will advance to the AUTO DRY MOISTURE COUNTS test The AUTO DRY icon will illuminate and a number will appear in the display Open the door place your hand against the sensor bars and the amount of the number in the display should go down
53. ize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage personal injury or loss of life Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building Clear the room building or area of all occupants Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier Your safety and the safety of others is very important We have provided many important safety messages in the Use and Care Guide Operating Instructions Installation Instructions and on your appliance Always read and obey all safety messages mn This is the safety alert symbol This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you or others All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word DANGER or WARNING These words mean DANGER You will be killed or seriously injured if you don t follow instructions AWARE You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t follow instructions All safety messages will identify the hazard tell you how to reduce the chance of injury and tell you what can happen if the instr
54. ket to the base slide the gas valve igniter up to release the tab then slide the igniter assembly forward and lift the gas valve assembly forward out 5 Remove the two screws holding the valve to the Removing the gas valve assembly Gas dryers bracket 1 Turn the gas supply off and disconnect the dryer from electrical supply 2 Unplug the wires from the valves 3 Using a 15 16 open end wrench disconnect the manifold pipe from the valve Removing the gas valve coils Gas dryers 1 Disconnect the dryer from electrical supply and remove the front panel 2 Disconnect the wires from the coils remove the two screws holding the coil bracket to the valve base and lift the coils off P G Y k r ae A me Cei aaa 69 Removing the sensor Gas dryers Removing the duct and heat shield Gas dryers 1 Disconnect the dryer from electrical supply and 1 Disconnect the dryer from electrical supply remove the front panel remove the drum 2 Disconnect the two wires from the sensor 2 Remove four screws holding the heat shield to the rear panel 3 Remove the one screw holding the sensor to the combustion chamber 3 Liftthe shield and duct out of the dryer and remove Removing the combustion chamber Gas dryers the three screws holding duct to the heat shield 1 Disconnect the dryer from electrical supply remove the sensor and gas valve assembly 2 Remove the two screws holding the
55. lade screw driver to push out from behind Remove the four 4 legs from the dryer base Save for future side by side use E Stack the Dryer 1 Place the dryer on top of the support spacers With the dryer tilted slightly slide back into the rear mounting brackets then lower the front down over the front stacking brackets Insert the two 2 long screws provided in the kit through the holes in the dryer front panel and install into the front stacking brackets 3 Install the hole plugs removed in step D1 F Washer and Dryer Operation 1 38 Refer to the washer and dryer installation and operating instructions for proper installation and operation SECTION E HOW THE COMPONENTS WORK Clothes dryers remove moisture from clothes by pulling air either warmed or room temperature through the clothes while they are being tumbled by a turning drum The moisture from the clothes is exhausted through the dryer vent system to the outside of the house The basic components are Drum Drive motor and blower Heat Source Electric 39 Control thermistor a Ae T i i i E 4 k l j i Hi E Ss 7 m a ta o Electronic control board Once inside the dryer cavity the air is drawn between the rear wall of the dryer and the plenum The holes in the plenum allow the air to be drawn across the heating element In any cycle other than Air Fluff the heating elem
56. left side of the cabinet or the bottom of the dryer On gas dryers exhausting can be to the right side of the cabinet or the bottom of the dryer Directional exhausting can be accomplished by installing Exhaust Kit P N 131456800 available through your parts distributor Follow the instructions supplied with the kit EXHAUST DUCT LOCATING DIMENSIONS SAME AS OTHER SIDE Ay AT 5 7 8 _A15 cm 13 1 2 a 34 cm 33 4 So 9 5 cm GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS WANING Replace copper connecting pipe that is not plastic coated Stainless steel or plastic coated brass MUST be used 1 Installation MUST conform with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 latest edition 2 The gas supply line should be of 1 2 inch 1 27 cm pipe 3 If codes allow flexible metal tubing may be used to connect your dryer to the gas supply line The tubing MUST be constructed of stainless steel or plastic coated brass 4 The gas supply line MUST have an individual shutoff valve 5 A 1 8 inch 0 32 cm N P T plugged tapping accessible for test gauge connection MUST be installed immediately upstream of the gas supply connection to the dryer 6 The dryer MUST be disconnected from the gas Supply piping system during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures in excess of 1 2 psig 3 45 kPa 7 The dryer MUST be isolated from the gas supply
57. lug from the drive motor Restart the dryer and measure the voltage drop between yellow and white wire in the plug 120 VAC Defective motor Defective heating element 54 Gas dryers drive motor runs but dryer does not heat Note Always check wiring to the components Drive motor runs but dryer does not heat Program the dryer for a Normal Cycle with High Temp and touch Start Measure the voltage drop between the two terminals of RL 2 120 VAC Defective electronic control board Igniter glows full brilliance or glows dim the Remove power turn the gas off Igniter glows full to the dryer disconnect the belt from the 9 y i brilliance then dims full minute motor and remove the front panel Program the control for Normal Cycle High Temp and observe the igniter for 1 minute Defective Defective sensor Igniter does gas valve not glow or gas supply Measure the voltage drop from the terminal on the sensor with the o orange wire to neutral Defective high limit thermostat 120 VAC Remove power unplug the igniter and measure the resistance of the igniter Defective igniter Defective motor Infinity 50 to 400 OHMS 55 Electric and Gas dryers clothes not dry in auto cycle Note Always check wiring to the components Clothes not dry in the auto cycle Tested good Using the on line testing run the AUTO DRY MOISTURE CO
58. nect the red wire to the terminal mark COM Note For information on programming the electronic control and the cycles refer to section A Electronic Control Board Circuits Line 1 is applied to the control board at the common terminal of RL 2 and neutral on pin 1 of the six pin plug The control board receives inputs from the membrane switches which programs the control the contact sen sors that senses the amount of moisture in the clothes and the control thermistor which senses the tempera ture in the dryer The control board use these input to control the drive motor circuit by open and closing the contacts of relay RL 1 and the heater circuit by opening and closing the contracts of relay RL 2 Drive Motor Circuit When power is connected to the dryer line 1 is applied through the thermal limiter a non resettable fuse mounted on the rear wall of the dryer to the COM termi nal of the door switch When the door is closed the COM terminal is connected to terminal NO of the door switch From terminal NO power Is applied to terminal J13 of the motor relay RL 1 on the control board When the control board closes 43 relay RL 1 power is applied through terminal J9 to termi nal M4 of the drive motor Terminal M4 is connected inside the motor to one side of the thermal overload The thermal overload protects the motor from being damaged by overheating The other side of the thermal overload is connected to one end of
59. ng at full soeed No Replace motor Yes Is the dryer level so the cloches No touch the sensor bars Yes Level dryer Is the dryer heating properly No Yes Check washer spin cycle Review proper Refer to dryer not programming of heating properly the control with flow chart the customer 51 Electric dryers not heating properly Note Always check wiring to the components Electric dryer not heating properly Program the dryer for a Normal Cycle with High Temp and touch Start Measure the voltage drop between L1 and L2 at the terminal block Below 215 VAC Have customer check house wiring Not the same as between L1 amp L2 Above 215 VAC Measure the voltage drop between two terminals of the heating element Check for poor connections in the The same as dryer heating circuit between L1 amp L2 Check the resistance of the control thermistor at room temperature 50000 Ohms 10 Defective electronic Defective control thermistor 32 More or less than 50000 Ohms 10 Gas dryers not heating properly Note Always check wiring to the components Gas dryer not heating properly Program the dryer for a Normal Cycle with Low Temp and touch Start Listen to hear if the burner cycle Burner does not cycle Burner cycle Check the resistance of the control thermistor at
60. ng the console drip rail Removing the front panel Removing the electronic control and display Removing the console Removing the console front panel with touch pad Removing the door Separating the door panel Removing the door seal Removing the door handle Removing the door strike Removing the door hinge Removing the door catch Removing the door switch Removing the sensor bars Replacing the drum light bulb Replacing the drum light housing Replacing the drum light socket Replacing the felt seal Replacing the foam seal Removing the rear vent Releasing the dryer belt Removing the vane from the drum Removing the drum Removing the belt MCC Removing the hitch ball from the drum AAA Removing the teflon glides Removing the drum heat shield Electric dryers Removing the hitch Removing the high limit thermostat A EES lalalalala Ol N I Q 8 2 3 8 8 8 8 8 sa e 8 s Removing the thermal limiter Electric dryers 66 Removing the heating element assembly Electric dryers 66 Removing the control thermistor ______ 266 Removing the blower housing and fan blade___________________ 67 Removing the idler pulley Removing the idler pulley assembly Removing the drive motor Removing the burner Gas dryers Removing the ignitor Gas dryers Removing the gas valve assembly Gas dryers Removing the gas valve coils Gas dryers __ Jo
61. nt 2 Remove the four screws that secure the door hinges to the dryer front panel NOTE Remove one screw from each of the two hinges first Hold the door firmly before removing the last two screws 3 Rotate the door 180 and reinstall the door hinges to the dryer front panel with the four screws 4 Install the four hinge hole plugs in the open screw holes on the right side of the door opening 33 REMOVE 4 SCREWS ONE FROM EACH HINGE FIRST ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION ELECTRIC Dryers The following are specific requirements for proper and safe electrical installation of your dryer Failure to follow these instructions can create electrical shock and or a fire hazard A This appliance MUST be properly grounded Electrical shock can result if the dryer is not properly grounded Follow the instructions in this manual for proper grounding A Do not use an extension cord with this dryer Some extension cords are not designed to withstand the amounts of electrical current this dryer utilizes and can melt creating electrical shock and or fire hazard Locate the dryer within reach of the receptacle for the length power cord to be purchased allowing some slack in the cord Refer to the pre installation requirements in this manual for the proper power cord to be purchased A A U L approved strain relief must be installed onto power cord If the strain relief is not attached the cord can be pulled out
62. oad 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 e Do not overload dryer Leaving items in dryer after cycle ends tumble at medium or low heat for 5 10 minutes Remove items immediately Hang or fold 22 Remove items as soon as cycle ends Care and Cleaning TINE 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 Donotuse 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 longer 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 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 Ifthe dryer drum becomes stained from noncolorfast fabrics clean the drum with a damp cloth and a mild liquid household cleanser Remove cleanser re
63. ons or defects in house wiring 4 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 was shipped from the factory 5 Damages to finish after installation 6 Replacement of light bulbs and or fluorescent tubes on models with these features This warranty does not cover the following 1 CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY Note Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you 2 Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in workmanship or material or for appliances not in ordinary household use The consumer shall pay for such service calls 3 Damages caused by services performed by servicers other than Frigidaire or its authorized servicers use of parts other than genuine Frigidaire Home Products parts obtained from persons other than such servicers or external causes such as abuse misuse inadequate power supply or acts of God 4 Products with original serial numbers that have been removed or altered and cannot be readily determined Keep your bill of sale delivery slip or some other appropriate payment record The date on the bill establishes the warranty period should service be required If service
64. or switch When the door is closed the COM terminal is connected to terminal NO of the door switch From terminal NO power is applied to terminal J13 of the motor relay RL 1 on the control board through terminal J13 of the control board When the control board closes relay RL 1 power is ap plied through terminal J9 to terminal M4 of the drive motor Terminal M4 is connected inside the motor to one side of the thermal overload The thermal overload protects the motor from being damaged by overheating The other side of the thermal overload is connected to one end of both the run winding and the start winding of the drive motor When the motor is not turning the other end of the start winding is connected internally to termi nal M5 of the motor through the NC contact of the motor centrifugal switch The other end of the run winding is also connected internally to terminal M5 When the motor is not turning the start winding and the run winding are connected in parallel When the con tacts of relay RL 1 are closed with the dryer door closed line 1 and neutral voltage is applied across both the start and run windings of the drive motor With power applied to both the start and run windings the motor starts to turn 45 When the speed of the motor reaches about 80 of it s normal run speed the contacts of the centrifugal switch remove power from the start winding thus removing the Start winding from the circuit The drive motor
65. ore than two 90 bends and must not exceed length listed in INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Drying time will be 20 longer than drying on a 240 volt circuit See Drying Procedures Clean out any obstruction Use a dehumidifier near the dryer Do not overload See Drying Procedures Remove items as soon as cycle ends See Drying Procedures Follow fabric care label instructions Avoid Service Checklist OCCURRENCE Scratching or chipping of the drum finish Before calling for service review this list lt 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 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 25 SOLUTION 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 FRIGIDAIRE DRYER WARRANTY Sample warranty always check er warranty with product E Your Frigidaire product is protected by this warranty a A ES WARRANTY FRIGIDAIRE THROUGH ITS AUTHORIZED THE CONSUMER WILL
66. ove Save the two screws for dryer support spacer installation Carefully remove the foam pad from the top of the washer and affix to the underside of the top panel Save the top panel in case of future side by side use Install Mounting Brackets Remove the four 4 screws and two 2 brackets from the rear support brace of the washer Save the brackets for future side by side use Using the four 4 screws that were removed in step B1 install the two 2 rear stacking brackets onto the rear support brace as shown Install the two 2 front stacking brackets onto the washer with four 4 screws provided in the kit Drive the screws through the indentations in the plastic with the tab of the front stacking bracket facing for ward as shown Install Dryer Support Spacer On the left side of the washer remove the screw and plastic clip toward the front of the washer Also remove the rear screw from the spring retainer Save the plastic clip for future side by side use Plastic Clip Spring Retainer Place the left L dryer support spacer onto the left side of the washer and install with the two 2 screws that were removed in step C1 and one 1 screw that was removed in step A1 3 Repeat steps C1 C2 with the right R dryer support spacer D Prepare Dryer for Stacking 1 Carefully remove the hole plugs located in the bottom of the dryer front panel they will be reinstalled after stacking Use a flat b
67. oving the door hinge 1 Open and support the door 2 Remove the two screws holding the hinge to the front panel and the two screws holding the hinge to the door Removing the door strike 1 Separate the panel squeeze the ends of the strike and push it through the inner panel Removing the door catch 1 Disconnectthe dryer from electrical supply openthe Removing the door switch door and remove the top panel 1 Disconnect the dryer from electrical supply open the door and remove the top 61 2 Disconnect the wires from the door switch Replacing the drum light bulb 3 Squeeze the release tabs on the ends ofthe switch 4 Open the dryer door release the clip holding the and push it out the front light shield by pushing up and unscrew the bulb p i S e Removing the sensor bars 1 Disconnect the dryer from electrical supply 2 Open the dryer door and remove the lint screen Replacing the drum light housing 3 Remove the two screws holding the vent grill to the front panel 1 Disconnect the dryer from electrical supply 2 Remove the top lean the top of the front panel forward and disconnect the wires from the light socket 3 Pushin to release the tab at the end of the housing and push the housing into the drum Replacing the drum light socket 1 Disconnect the dryer from electrical supply 62 2 Remove the top lean the top of the front panel Replacing the
68. p the vane into the drum 1 Disconnect the dryer from electrical supply 2 Remove the top and the front panels 3 Release the belt from the motor 4 Fromthe front slightly raise the front of the drum and Slide the belt off Removing the drum 1 Disconnect the dryer from electrical supply 2 Remove the top and the front panels 3 Release the belt from the motor 64 Removing the ball hitch from the drum Removing the drum heat shield Electric dryers 1 Disconnect the dryer from electrical supply and 1 Disconnect the dryer from electrical supply and remove the drum remove the drum N Remove the three screws from inside the drum 2 Remove the three screws holding the shield to the holding the ball to the drum rear of the drum Ce ete O ani TO Removing the teflon glides 1 Disconnect the dryer from electrical supply and remove the front panel Removing the hitch 2 Squeeze the tabs to release the glides 1 Disconnect the dryer from electrical supply and remove the drum 2 Using a 5 16 nut driver remove the two screws holding the hitch to the rear panel while holding the large tinnerman clip from the rear of the dryer 65 Note Do not lose the grounding ball or the tinnerman Removing the heating element assembly Electric mounting clip from the rear of the dryer dryers 1 Disconnect the dryer from electrical supply and remove the drum 2 Disconnect
69. preforms two tasks in the dryer A pul ley attached to one end of the motor shaft uses a belt to drive the dryer drum The blower wheel is attached to the other end of the motor shaft to pull the air through the clothes and force it out the exhaust vent Temperature Sensing Circuit The temperature in the dryer is controlled by the control thermistor and the electronic control board The control thermistor is mounted in the blower fan housing The thermistor is a negative coefficient thermistor that de crease in resistance as the temperature increases The electronic control board reads the resistance of the thermistor and converts it into temperature The elec tronic control compares the reading from the thermistor to the temperature setting for the cycle and cycles the heating circuit accordingly The Heating Circuit The electronic control board applies power to the heat ing circuit through the contacts of relay RL 2 When the electronic control senses that the temperature in the drum is below the programmed temperature it closes the contact of heater relay RL 2 applying line 1 to the high limit thermostat The high limit thermostat is a safety device that prevents the dryer from overheating if the contacts of the relay RL 2 fail closed The contacts of the high limit thermostat are normally closed and are set to open at a temperature above the preset tempera ture specifications of the electronic control board From the out
70. ptable 1 Connect an inclined or digital manometer between the dryer and the point the exhaust connects to the dryer 2 Setthe dryer timer and temperature to air fluff cool down and start the dryer 3 Read the measurement on the manometer 4 Thesystem back pressure MUST NOT be higher than 0 75 inches of water column If the system back pressure is less than 0 75 inches of water column the system is acceptable If the manometer reading is higher than 0 75 inches of water column the system is too restrictive and the installation is unacceptable Although vertical orientation of the exhaust system is acceptable certain extenuating circumstances could affect the performance of the dryer e Only the rigid metal duct work should be used e Venting vertical through a roof may expose the exhaust system to down drafts causing an increase in vent restriction e Running the exhaust system through an uninsulated area may cause condensation and faster accumulation of lint e Compression or crimping of the exhaust system will Cause an increase in vent restriction The exhaust system should be inspected and cleaned a minimum of every 18 months with normal usage The more the dryer is used the more often you should check the exhaust system and vent hood for proper operation EXHAUST DIRECTION All dryers shipped from the factory are set up for rear exhausting However on electric dryers exhausting can be to the right or
71. put terminal of the high limit thermostat line 1 is connected to one side of the holding coil of the gas valve the secondary coil of the gas valve and the sensor that is mounted on the burner chamber The holding coil secondary coil booster coil sensor and igniter circuits interact with one another to assure safe operation of the dryer gas burner The gas valve has two chambers in series both must be opened before gas will flow into the burner The solenoid that controls the gas flow through the first chamber has two coils the booster coil and the holding coil The solenoid that control the second chamber has one coil the secondary coil N SENSOR IGNITER SECONDARY COIL O O BOOSTER COIL O O HOLDING COIL L1 The other side of the holding coil booster coil and igniter are connected to neutral through the second centrifugal switch in the motor closed when the motor is running When power is applied across these circuits current flows through the holding coil but the holding coil does not have enough magnetic force to open the solenoid by itself At the same time current flows through sensor contacts providing power to the booster coil and the ig niter When current flows through both the holding and booster coils the first chamber opens The contacts of the sensor are in parallel with the secondary coil As long as the contacts of the sensor remain closed cur rent flow bypasses the secondary coil
72. r important venting requirements 6 Installation MUST conform to current Manufactured Home Construction Safety Standard which is a Federal Regulation Title 24 CFR Part 32 80 or when such standard is not applicable with American National Standard for Mobile Homes The dryer is designed under ANSI Z 21 5 1or ANSI UL2158 CAN CSA C22 2 latest editions for HOME USE only UNDER COUNTER amp STACK MODELS ROUGH IN DIMENSIONS 26 68 3 cm 35 1 4 89 5 cm ae F i ee Y 3 8 0 96 cm Dia E 3 GAS PIPE 1 2 54 cm REAR VIEW VENT KNOCKOUT _ F 68 6 cm SIDE VIEW 8 3 em 32 UNPACKING 1 Using the four shipping carton corner posts two on each side carefully lay the dryer on its left side and remove foam shipping base NA Nido To prevent damage do not use the control panel as a means to pick up or move the dryer 2 Return the dryer to an upright position REVERSING DOOR SWING Your dryer is designed so the door swing may be reversed at any time without additional parts Conversion is accomplished by transferring hinges to the opposite side of the cabinet To change the direction of the door opening 1 Open the dryer door Remove the four hinge hole plugs from the left side of the door opening Place nearby for future installation NOTE You may need a plastic knife to help pull out the plugs Be careful not to scratch the pai
73. ryer is in operation When the dryer stops the dampers automatically close to prevent drafts and the entrance of insects and rodents To avoid restricting the outlet maintain a minimum of 12 inches 30 5 cm clearance between the vent hood and the ground or any other obstruction The following are specific requirements for proper and safe operation of your dryer Failure to follow these instructions can create excessive drying times and fire hazards A Do not use plastic flexible duct to exhaust the dryer Excessive lint can build up inside exhaust system and create a fire hazard and restrict air flow Restricted air flow will increase dryer times If your present system is made up of plastic duct or metal foil duct replace it with a rigid or flexible metal duct Ensure the present duct is free of any lint prior to installing dryer duct 28 rN If the dryer is not exhausted outdoors some fine lint will be expelled into the laundry area An accumulation of lint in any area of the home can create a health and fire hazard The dryer exhaust system MUST be exhausted to the outside of the dwelling P Do not allow combustible materials for example clothing draperies curtains paper to come in contact with exhaust system The dryer MUST NOT be exhausted into a chimney a wall a ceiling or any concealed space of a building which can accumulate lint resulting in a fire hazard A Exceeding the length of duct pipe or number of el
74. sidue 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 23 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 astrip of cardboard or thin fiberboard under the front leveling legs to prevent damage to floor Do not store or place laundry products on top of dryer at any time They can damage the finish or controls Avoid Service Checklist OCCURRENCE Dryer does not start Dryer runs but won t heat 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 House fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped Thermal limiter tripped There are 2 house fuses in the dryer circuit If 1 of the 2 fuses
75. the two wires from the heating element 3 Remove the high limit thermostat Removing the high limit thermostat 1 Disconnect the dryer from electrical supply and remove the top panel 2 Disconnect the two wires and remove the two screws holding thermostat to the heating element assembly 4 From the rear of the dryer remove the four screws securing the heating element assembly to the rear of the cabinet Removing the thermal limiter Electric dryers 1 Disconnect the dryer from electrical supply and remove the top panel 2 Disconnect the two wires and remove the two screws holding limiter to the rear panel Removing the control thermistor 1 Disconnect the dryer from electrical supply and remove the front panel 66 2 Disconnect the wires from the thermistor and re 4 Removetwoscrews holding the housing to the dryer move the two screws holding the thermistor to the base blower housing 5 Remove the front motor lock by inserting a screw driver at the rear of the housing to release the housing from the motor Removing the blower housing and fan blade 1 Disconnect the dryer from electrical supply and remove the drum 2 Removethe controlthermistor 3 Using a 7 8 socket turn the fan blade clockwise while holding the motor shaft to remove the blade from the motor shaft 6 Raise the front of the motor and pull the housing forward 6 Removing the idler pulley 1
76. to tumble freely for even drying and less wrinkling Do not overload dryer When drying large items dry only 2 or 3 ata time Fill out the load with small and medium sized items For delicate or very small loads add 2 lint free towels for better drying less wrinkling and to prevent grease stains caused by fabric softener sheets Do not overdry items Overdrying can cause wrinkling shrinkage harshness and a build up of static electricity which can produce more lint If desired add a dryer fabric softener sheet 4 Close the dryer door and set dryer controls some models See Operating Instructions card for your specific model imformation 5 Start the dryer PressSTART To change selections after the cycle has started press STOP CLEAR twice Make changes and restart dryer To add or remove items when the dryer is running press STOP CLEAR once to pause the dryer PAU will be displayed The dryer will always stop when the door is opened Allow the drum to come to a complete stop before reaching inside 21 e To resume the cycle press START again e Tostop the dryer press STOP CLEAR twice Two dashes will be displayed for approximately thirty seconds 6 Whenthecycle ends remove items immediately and hang or fold If load is removed before the cycle ends press STOP CLEAR twice to cancel the cycle Features End of Cycle Signal Asignal will sound at the end of the cycle and periodicall
77. trical terminals connectors heaters etc are adequately spaced away from all metal parts and panels e All safety grounds both internal and external are correctly and securely connected e All panels are properly and securely reassembled ATTENTION This service manual is intended for use by persons having electrical and mechanical training and a level of knowledge of these subjects generally considered acceptable in the appliance repair trade Electrolux Home Products cannot be responsible nor assume any liability for injury or damage of any kind arising from the use of this manual 2001 White Consolidated Industries 2 SAFE SERVICING PRACTICES QUICK REFERENCE SHEET Serial nameplate location Serial number breakdown Tech sheet location Failure codes On line test Specification Component resistance chart Sample wiring diagrams Sample wiring diagram for electric models Sample wiring diagram for gas models SECTION A OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Before operating your dryer Operating steps Cycle Selection Normal Quick Towels Perm Press Knits Delicates Touch Up Cycle Adjustment Temperature Selection Dryness Selection Cycle Options Press Saver Air Fluff No Heat Dryer Features Control Lock Signal Time Dry Error Codes Dryer settings reference chart SECTION B OWNERS GUIDE Safety information What to do if you sm
78. uctions are not followed Pedestal A pedestal accessory specifically designed for this dryer may be used when elevating the dryer for ease of use Failure to use accessories certified by the manufacturer could result in personal injury property damage or damage to the dryer Important Safety Instructions Read all instructions before using this dryer IIA ANNE To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or injury to persons when using this dryer comply with the basic warnings listed below rN Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries Prevent Fire Donotdry 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 or explode To prevent fire do not use heat to dry items containing plastic foam rubber or similarly textured rubber like materials or items containing feathers or down Use Air Fluff No Heat only 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 PAASA Do not operate the dryer if the lintscreen is blocked damaged or missing Fire h
79. ug the wiring from the control console and side panel 4 Remove one screw from each side located about 6 inches down from the top that holds the front panel to the side panel 4 Release the clips holding the front panel to the side panels and gently lean the panel forward qaa Note The two wires going to relay RL 2 have locking terminals that can be released with a small screwdriver ba a ba lt gt da SOMOS i 0 PA s Front Panel A Removing the electronic control and display 1 Disconnect the dryer from electrical supply and remove the front panel 58 3 Releasethe ribbon by unlocking the ribbon connec 2 Disconnect the wires from the door switch and tor by lifting connector about 1 4 of an inch away unplug the harness for the sensor bars from the board 3 Ifthe dryer is equipped with a drum light disconnect the two wires from the drum light Connect in the unlocked position 4 Remove the 4 screws holding the board to the console the 2 screws holdin the diaplay to the 0 y ne _ ns cmp ee nee Coa RE console and lift the board and display off A E a See tara Ea a 4 Disconnect the ribbon from the control board 5 Remove the 2 screws one in each corner holding the console to the front panel and liftthe console up Removing the console 1 Disconnect the dryer from electrical supply and remove the front panel 99 Removing the
80. y during Press Saver at the volume level selected 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 Reversible Dryer Door Your dryer is equipped with a reversible door The door can be hinged on the right or left side Refer to the INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for directions on changing the door 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 the 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 Use only the Air Fluff no heat temperature setting for items containing plastic foam rubber rubber like materials feathers or down Common Drying Problems D 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 Many drying problems involve poor cleaning results poor soil and stain removal residues of lint and scum and fabric damage For satisfactory drying results

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