KitchenAid KEYS977E User's Manual
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1. Models KEYS977E KGYS977E USE amp CARE GUIDE KitchenAid Electronic _ T eme e Ae m gt A Note to 2 X gt 2 es 2 d oo d est ts m m S A ur eum 2 D e 2 Understanding Dryer Safety 9 4 Getting to Know Your Checking Your Vent 6 Operating Your Dryer 8 Using Other 15 Caring for Your Dryer 19 Troubleshooting deni 2A Requesting Assistance _ or Service 26 Index 27 Warranty 28 1 800 422 1230 Call with questions or comments PART NO 340563 Rev A NOTE YOU Thank you for buying KITCHENAID appliance KitchenAid designs the best tools for the most important room in your house To ensure that you enjoy many years of trouble free operation we developed this Use and Care Guide It contains valuable information concerning how to operate and maintain your new appliance properly and safely Please read it carefully Also please complete and mail the enclosed Product Registration Card For assistance or service Call the Consumer Assistance Center toll free 1 800 422 1230 If you need assistance or service first see the Troubleshooting section of this book After checking Troubleshooting additional help can be f2. Automatic and by the Automatic dryness you prefer Make changes to any of the Options SELECT you wish to change See pages 15 17 Tm VERY DRY MORE DRY REG DRY LESS DRY LEAST DRY e 9 0 3 Press Start The Drying Status light will glow PRESS START NOTES f the load is drier than you would like select Less Dry or Least Dry the next time you dry a similar load f the load is not as dry as you would like complete drying using a Timed setting Select More Dry or Very Dry the next time you dry a similar load When you press Select the Automatic dryness settings are selected first starting with Reg Dry Continue to press Select for a Timed setting see page 14 UPERATING YOUR DRYER Using Timed drying Use Timed drying to complete drying if some items are damp after using an Automatic cycle or to dry delicate items that require a short drying time 1 Press On Select until the light glows by the PRESS YOU SEE cycle you prefer ON SELECT REGULAR HEAVY HI JREPERM PRESS MED DELICATES LOW RNE DELICATES ULTRA LOW QUICK PRESS MED AIRTUMBLE NO HEAT 2 Press Select until the light glows below PRESS YOU SEE Timed and by the drying time you prefer Make changes to any of the Options you wish SELECT to change See pages 15 17 Xm NOTES f you select the RegularsHeavy Hi Perm Press Med Delicates Low or Fine Delicates Ultra Low cycle an Au
3. LOCK OUT SAECYCLE SIGNAL J EEXTRA CARE Understanding the End of Cycle signal Your dryer sounds an End of Cycle signal to let you know when the selected cycle is finished The signal is helpful when drying permanent press synthetics and other items that should be re moved from the dryer as soon as it stops The signal can be turned On or Off as described above Understanding the Extra Care option The Extra Care feature protects your clothing from YOU SEE wrinkles if you are unable to unload the dryer within 5 minutes after tumbling stops The load is tumbled without heat every few minutes up to 150 minutes A signal sounds every few minutes when Extra Care CYCLE SIGNAL is running The signal and cycle stop when you JE EXTRA CARE open the door or press Cancel USING OTHER FEATURES Understanding the Custom Memory feature The Custom Memory feature lets you tailor your cycle settings to match your drying needs When you press Start all options that have been selected within the cycle you choose are saved These customized options will be displayed each time the cycle is selected For any of the Automatic cycles see Using Automatic drying on page 13 you can change the dryness level or Timed setting End of Cycle signal and Extra Care options For the Quick Press Med cycle you can change the End of Cycle signal and Extra Care options e For the Air Tumble No Heat cycle you can
4. 9 SODO 9 DRYING CYCIOS n 10 12 Hack uuo oou 18 END OF CYCLE SIGNAL 16 LINT Removal 19 22 SCIBefi 19 sje e 20 Eg t qeu MN 17 SAFETY ieee darn diea 3 4 SELECTING CYCLE SETTING 10 12 SELECTRA ELECTRONIC CONTROLS 8 SERVICE 26 TIMED CYCLES Air Tumble No Heat 12 Quick 5 12 LE 14 TROUBLESHOOTING Dryer DrODIGIMS RR 25 Laundry problems 24 WARRANTY 28 DRYER WARRANTY TWO YEAR FULL WARRANTY FROM DATE OF PURCHASE Replacement parts and repair labor costs to correct defects in materials or workmanship Service must be provided by an authorized KitchenAid servicing outlet THIRD THROUGH Replacement parts for any electrical FIFTH YEAR element on electric models or any LIMITED WARRANTY burner on gas models to correct FROM DATE OF defects in materials or workmanship PURCHASE Replacement of the motor due to defects in materials and workmanship Replacement parts for SELECTRA electronic controls if defective in materials or workmanship THIRD THROUGH Replacement parts for the dryer TENTH YEAR drum
5. enhanced fabric care for delicates and other fine fabrics In the Automatic cycles the FLO THRU Drying System automatically reduces the heat near the end of the cycles to prevent overdrying e The last few minutes of all cycles are without heat to make the load cooler to handle Drying tips Make sure you have selected the correct cycle and temperature for your load Always follow care label directions when they are available Always use fabric softener sheets labeled as dryer safe and follow package instructions carefully Remove the load from the dryer as soon as tumbling stops to reduce wrinkling This is especially important for permanent press knits and synthetic fabrics RegulareHeavy Hi Cotton and Linens CYCLES TEMPS JE REGULAR HEAVY HI PERM PRESS MED DELICATES LOW ANE DELICATES ULTRA LOW QUICK PRESS MED AIRTUMBLE NO HEAT e Extra Heavy or Heavyweight items bed spreads mattress pads quilts towels jeans corduroys work clothes Mediumweight items sheets cotton underwear diapers Preset Selections J RECYCLE SIGNAL CARE You may select a different Automatic dryness or use a Timed setting Automatic drying will dry a load in less time than a Timed setting and will be less likely to overdry See Using Automatic drying on page 13 OPERATING YOUR DRYER Selecting the right cycle and temperature setting Perm Press Me
6. 40 watt appliance bulb only 5 Replace the light bulb cover and lock in place by turning counter clockwise 6 Reconnect power supply CARING FOR YOUR LM AWARNING Fire Hazard Replace light bulb cover before operating dryer Failure to do so can result in death or fire To change drum light type 2 1 Unplug the dryer or disconnect the electricity leading to the dryer at the main power supply 2 Open the dryer door Remove the light bulb cover from the back wall of the dryer by removing the screw located in the lower right corner of the cover 3 Remove the light bulb by turning it counterclockwise 4 Replace the bulb with a 10 watt appliance bulb only 5 Replace the light bulb cover 6 Reconnect power supply CARING FOR YOUR DRYER Removing accumulated lint from inside the dryer cabinet Lint can gather inside the dryer and be a fuel for fire Lint should be removed every two to AWAR three years or more often depending on dryer usage Cleaning should be done by a qualified person If you have any questions or comments please call our Consumer Assistance Center at 1 800 422 1230 from anywhere in the U S A Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before cleaning Replace all panels before operating Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock 1 Unplug dryer or turn off power supply Heater box 2 Remove rear panel 3 Remove any lint
7. attracting static electricity Load size too big or heavy Tissue or paper left in pockets Pilling surface fuzz caused by normal wear and laundering attracts lint Static electricity Overdrying Dryer fabric softener improperly used See package directions Load includes synthetics synthetic blends permanent press and knit fabrics that build up static electricity Wrinkling Overloading e Overdrying especially permanent press and synthetic fabrics Large items balling or rolling up Clothes left in dryer at end of cycle Shrinking e Overdrying e Fabric or garment is not designed for tumble drying Dryer settings incorrect for fabric type Care label instructions not followed Greasy spots stains Dryer fabric softener improperly used Do not add to a warm load Drying soiled items Color change Drying dark colors with light colors Drying colorfast colors with non colorfast colors Garment damage Zippers snaps and hooks left open Strings and sashes not tied to prevent tangling Care label instructions not followed TROUBLESHOOTING Common dryer problems Dryer will not start REGU il X PERM Is the dryer door firmly closed v Have you selected a cycle Did you firmly press the Start Button b d Is the power cord plugged in wp Have you blown a fuse or tripped the circuit breaker Electric dryers
8. change the Timed setting End of Cycle signal and Extra Care options Using the Lock Out feature The Lock Out feature allows you to lock out others from using your dryer which is especially useful if you have young children Once Lock Out is activated the control panel is disabled from use To select Lock Out 1 Press Cancel to turn the control panel off 2 Press and hold Select Lock Out for 5 seconds When you release the key the light next to Lock Out under the Status section of the control panel will glow To unlock the control panel e Press and hold Select Lock Out for 5 seconds When you release the key the light next to Lock Out will turn off and your dryer will be ready to use Status lights Status lights glow when your dryer is operating indicating the various stages of the drying cycle If the status lights are blinking there has been a power failure Press Cancel then make your new selections NOTE You can only select Lock Out when your dryer is not in use PRESS SELECT LOCK OUT YOU SEE STATUS DRYING COOL DOWN P EXTRA CARE 3 LOCK OUT YOU SEE STATUS DRYING COOL DOWN EXTRA CARE LOCK OUT USING UTHER FEATURES Using the drying rack The drying rack lets you dry items without tumbling them The rack does not move but the drum turns 1 Fit rear legs of the rack into spaces in the back wall of the dryer Lower the front so the legs rest on
9. clips inset of illustration and along top edge of side panel Door wires must not touch drum when dryer is operating 11 Replace top panel and lint screen screws Top and front panels must be securely place before operating dryer ac 12 Level the dryer if necessary 13 Plug in dryer or turn on power supply TROUBLESHOOTING Most laundering problems are easily solved if you understand the cause Check the following list for common laundry problems and the next page for common dryer problems If you need further assistance see Requesting Assistance or Service on page 26 NOTE In the following list the most common laundry problems are listed first Common laundry problems Problem Cause Slow drying or clothes still wet Incorrect cycle or temperature setting selected Full or clogged lint screen See page 19 Exhaust vent clogged restricted or too long See pages 6 7 and Installation Instructions Dryer not level to allow for clothes contacting the electronic dryness sensor Dryer located in room with temperature below 45 7 Load too large and bulky to dry quickly e Drying heavy fabrics denim towels with light fabrics synthetics permanent press Fabric softener sheet blocking exhaust grill inside dryer drum Lint Full lint screen See page 19 Load not properly sorted Overdrying especially synthetic fabrics that cause lint
10. damages so this exclusion or limitation may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state Outside the United States a different warranty may apply For details please contact your authorized KitchenAid dealer If you need assistance or service first see the Troubleshooting section of this book After checking Troubleshooting additional help can be found by checking the Requesting Assistance or Service section In the U S A call our Consumer Assistance Center at 1 800 422 1230 KitchenAid Benton Harbor MI 49022 2692 U S A PART NO 3405631 Rev B CARD NO 2195265 1996 KitchenAid Registered trademark TM Trademark of KitchenAid U S A 10 96 Printed in U S A 6 96
11. ct vent from Bend vent gradually to the dryer and clean one avoid kinking section at a time until you reach the exhaust hood Use the hose attach ment on your vacuum or a pole or wire with 5 Use duct tape to seal all joints Do not use screws a feather duster or rag attached to clean out lint to secure vent Lint may Be sure the flapper on the outside end of vent catch on screws moves freely When cleaning is complete be sure to follow the Installation Instructions supplied with your dryer for final product check P UPERATING YOUR ORYER To get the best dryer results possible you must use your dryer correctly This section tells you how to use your dryer properly and efficiently Understanding the SELECTRA electronic controls Your new electronic dryer has solid state SELECTRA controls as illustrated below Many of the electronic features and options may be new to you They are described on the following pages CYCLES TEMPS AUTOMATIC OR TIMED OPTIONS STATUS REGULAR HEAVY HI CYCLE SIGNAL DRYING PERM PRESS MED VERY DRY EXTRA CARE COOLDOWN DELICATES LOW MORE DRY EXTRACARE FINE DELICATES ULTRA LOW REG DRY LOCKOUT QUICK PRESS MED Less ory AIRTUMBLE NO HEAT LEAST DRY CANCEL SELECT LOCK OUT Audible tones guide your selections You hear one tone if the dryer accepts your selection three tones if the dryer does not accept your selection Bef
12. d Cotton and Linens Use the Extra Care option Lightweight batistes organdies lingerie with this cycle to ensure the best wrinkle free REGULAR HEAVY HI drying IHE PERM PRESS MED DELICATES LOW ANE DELICATES ULTRA LOW QUICK PRESS MED AIRTUMBLE NO HEAT Permanent Press Synthetics Blends Heavy or Mediumweight work clothes jackets raincoats shirts play clothes sheets slacks Knits Heavy or Mediumweight cottons rayons blends T shirts slacks shirts synthetics polyester acrylic etc dress slacks skirts sweaters Preset Selections FEREG DRY JiECYCUE SIGNAL SAC EXTRA CARE Knits Lightweight synthetics polyester acrylic etc blends blouses and dresses Delicates Low CYCLES TEMPS REGULAR HEAVY HI PERM PRESS MED J EDELICATES LOW FINE DELICATES ULTRA LOW QUICK PRESS MED AIRTUMBLE NO HEAT Use this setting to reduce heat on garments Preset Selections 3ikAvroMaric FEREG DRY JAE CYCLE SIGNAL EXTRA CARE Delicate Fabrics e Lingerie exercise wear Sheer curtains gauze lace etc Fine Delicates Ultra Low CYCLES TEMPS REGULAR HEAVY HI PERM PRESS MED DELICATES LOW SC FINE DELICATES ULTRA LOW QUICK PRESS MED AIRTUMBLE NO HEAT This cycle setting reduces drying temperat
13. e manufacturer of the fabric softener or product Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or similarly textured rubber like materials Clean lint screen before or after each load Keep area around the exhaust opening and adjacent surrounding areas free from the accumulation of lint dust and dirt The interior of the dryer and exhaust vent should be cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel See Installation Instructions for grounding requirements SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DRYER The parts and features of your dryer are illustrated on this page Become familiar with all parts and features before using your dryer Page references are included next to some features Refer to those pages for more information about the features SELECTRA electronic controls p 8 nos ec Bee Lint screen SS p 19 oe SSS Ses Model and serial number label p 2 pepe 2 grill ro Lic 2 21 Electronic dryness sensor Dryer drum p 20 Wide opening hamper door Additional feature your dryer has ULTRA LOW temperature setting p 11 CHECKING YOUR VENT Your dryer must be properly installed and vented to achieve maximum drying efficiency Install your dryer in a well ventilated room where the temperature is always above 45 F 7 C Also make sure that your dryer is leveled Refer to your Installation Instr
14. if it rusts due to defects in LIMITED WARRANTY materials or workmanship FROM DATE OF Replacement parts for the dryer top cabinet assembly should any sign of rust appear due to defects in materials or workmanship PURCHASE LENGTH OF KITCHENAID KITCHENAID WARRANTY WILL PAY FOR WILL NOT PAY FOR A Service calls to 1 Correct the installation of the dryer including venting Heavy four inch metal exhaust vent must be used Refer to the venting section of this manual and your Installation Instructions 2 Instruct you how to use the dryer 3 Replace house fuses or correct house wiring 4 Correct house plumbing Repairs when dryer is used in other than normal home use Damage resulting from accident alteration misuse abuse improper installation including but not limited to venting with plastic or flexible foil or installation not in accordance with local electrical or plumbing codes Any labor costs during limited warranties Replacement parts or repair labor costs for units operated outside the United States Pickup and delivery This product is designed to be repaired in the home Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the appliance KITCHENAID DOES NOT ASSUME ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
15. ing the Air Tumble No Heat cycle selecta tima thal will be ANE DELICATES UUIRA LOW Make sure pillows are completely dry Foam appropriate for the items QUICK PRESS MED rubber pillows take a long time to dry you are fluffing or drying JE AIR TUMBLE NO HEAT Plastic Shower curtains tablecloths 20 30 minutes Preset Selections Rubber backed rugs 40 50 minutes Olefin Polypropylene Sheer nylon 3450 MIN 10 20 minutes ant Se NOTE Always follow care label directions E when they are available DPERATING YOUR DRYER Using Automatic drying In the Automatic cycles the FLO THRU Drying System automatically reduces the heat setting to prevent overdrying of fabrics An electronic dryness sensor control senses the amount of moisture in the load and automatically shuts off the dryer when the selected dryness is reached Reg Dry is the preset dryness automatically selected for the RegulareHeavy Hi Perm Press Med Delicates Low and Fine Delicates Ultra Low cycles You can change the Automatic setting or select a Timed setting to match your load 1 Press On Select until the light glows by the PRESS YOU SEE cycle you prefer RegulareHeavy Hi Perm Press Med Delicates Low or Fine Delicates Mitra LOW SELECT REGULAR HEAVY HI PERM PRESS MED DELICATES LOW FINE DELICATES ULTRA LOW QUICK PRESS MED AIR TUMBLE NO HEAT 2 Press Select until the light glows below PRESS YOU SEE
16. ithin the cycle you choose These customized options will be displayed each time the cycle is selected but can be changed if you prefer See Understanding the Custom Memory feature on page 17 CYCLES TEMPS AUTOMATIC OR TIMED OPTIONS CREGULAR HEAVY HI a SIGNAL PERM PRESS MED 70 MIN CARE DELICATES LOW FINE DELICATES ULTRA LOW p QUICK PRESS MED AIRTUMBLE NO HEAT ON SELECT SELECT Preset Selections SELECT LOCK OUT PRESS YOU SEE ON SELECT REGULAR HEAVY HI TE PERM PRESS MED PRESS DELICATES LOW FINE DELICATES ULTRA LOW SELECT QUICK PRESS MED AIR TUMBLE NO HEAT PRESS START Stopping restarting your dryer 1 To stop your dryer at any time to add or remove clothes Open the dryer door The Drying Status light will blink while the door 1 open Press Cancel Cancel will clear current settings and any remaining cycle times 2 To restart the dryer close the dryer door and repeat Steps 1 through 3 in the Starting your dryer section PRESS CANCEL UPERATING YOUR DRYER Selecting the right cycle and temperature setting The following pages describe the drying cycles on your dryer The descriptions include suggested temperature settings and drying times for various loads Cycle and temperature tips Your dryer has a special Ultra Low temperature setting that reduces drying temperatures providing
17. nAid with any questions or concerns at KitchenAid Brand Home Appliances Consumer Assistance Center Correspondence Dept 2000 North M 63 Benton Harbor MI 49022 2692 Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence If the dealer authorized servicer and KitchenAid have failed to resolve your problem you can contact the Major Appliance Consumer Action Program MACAP MACAP is a group of independent consumer experts that voices consumer views at the highest levels of the major appliance industry MACAP will in turn inform us of your action Major Appliance Consumer Action Program 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 INDEX This index is alphabetical Look for the word or phrase you are interested in then look for the page number TOPIC PAGE AIR TUMBLE NO 12 ASSISTANCE 26 AUTOMATIC CYCLES Delicates LOW n n ho Eee ER iw Pus 11 Fine Delicates Ultra Low 11 Perm Press Med 11 Regular Heavy Hi 10 USNO 13 CARE CLEANING Dryer MErOF crni e 20 T DIU 19 CUSTOM MEMORY 17 CY CES 10 12 DRUM LIGH T 21 DRYER Before 8 FealtulBS cio ict 5 RETI 9 GN OLY ERIT T 3 4
18. ore starting your dryer Wipe the dryer drum with a damp cloth before using AWAR N N G to remove dust from storing and shipping f your dryer has a Consumer Buy Guide remove it and place it with your Use and Care Guide Load clothes loosely into the dryer and close the door Do not pack the dryer allow space for clothes to tumble Explosion Hazard Never place items in the dryer that are dampened with gasoline or other flammable fluids No washer can completely remove oil Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on it including cooking oils Doing so can result in death explosion or fire UPERATING YOUR DRYER Starting your dryer Preset selections As shown in the illustration the preset selections are RegulareHeavy Hi Automatic Reg Dry with Cycle Signal and Extra Care options On This section tells you how to change any of those selections Choosing other selections you do not want to use the preset settings you can make other selections as foliows 1 Press Onr Select until the light glows by the cycle temp you prefer See the chart on pages 10 12 to help guide your selections 2 Press Select below any setting you wish to change Automatic or Timed or Options Continue to press Select until the light glows by the setting you prefer 3 Press Start The Drying Status light will glow NOTE Pressing Start will save all options that have been selected w
19. ound by checking the Requesting Assistance or Service section or by calling the telephone number above When calling you will need to know your appliance s complete model number and serial number You can find this information on the model and serial number label see diagram on page 5 Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference You must provide proof of purchase or installation date for in warranty service Model Number Builder Dealer Name Serial Number Address Date Installed Phone UNDERSTANDING DRYER SAFETY Your safety is important to us This symbol alerts you to hazards This guide contains safety symbols and statements such as fire electrical shock or Please pay special attention to these symbols and other injuries follow any instructions given Here is a brief explan ation of the use of the symbol WARNING For your safety 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 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 e Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas s
20. s buildup 1 Open the lid and pull the lint screen towards you or the lint may be falling off the screen because it is clogged Clean the lint screen with a nylon brush every six months or more frequently if it becomes clogged due to a residue buildup To clean Use the following method 1 Wet both sides of lint screen with hot water 2 Wet a nylon brush with hot water and liquid detergent scrub lint screen with the brush to remove residue buildup 2 Roll lint off the screen with your fingers Do not rinse or wash screen to remove lint Wet lint is hard to remove 3 Rinse screen with hot water 4 Thoroughly dry lint screen with a clean towel replace in dryer 3 Push the lint screen firmly back into place and close the lid IMPORTANT Do not run the dryer with the lint screen loose damaged blocked or missing Doing so can cause overheating and damage to both the dryer and fabrics e Some towels made of synthetic fibers and natural fibers polyester and cotton blends may shed more lint than other towels causing your dryer s lint screen to fill up faster Be sure to remove lint from the lint screen before and after drying new towels CARING FOR YOUR DRYER Lint signal The lint signal a whistle tone indicates excessive NOTE Clean your lint screen before each load Do lint is present on your lint screen or it not wait for the lint signal has a residue buildup See page 19 A full lin
21. t screen restricts airflow and reduces drying efficiency When you hear the signal stop the dryer and clean the lint screen Cleaning the dryer interior Garments which contain unstable dyes such as denim blue jeans or brightly colored cotton items AWAR NI may discolor the dryer interior These stains are not harmful to your dryer and will not stain future loads of clothes It is helpful to dry unstable dye items inside out to prevent dye transfer To clean dryer drum 1 Make a paste with powdered laundry detergent and very warm water Explosion Hazard 2 Apply paste to a soft cloth Use nonflammable cleaner OR Failure to do so can result in death Apply a liquid non flammable household cleaner explosion or fire to the stained area and rub with a soft cloth until all excess dye is removed 3 Wipe drum thoroughly with a damp cloth 4 Tumbie a load of clean cloths or towels to dry drum Changing the drum light The dryer light automatically turns on inside the dryer drum when you open the door Your dryer s drum light may be one of two types as shown To change drum light type 1 1 Unplug the dryer or disconnect the electricity leading to the dryer at the main power supply 2 Open the dryer door Remove the light bulb cover from the back wall of the dryer by turning the cover clockwise 3 Remove the light bulb by turning it counterclockwise 4 Replace the bulb with a
22. the dryer opening 2 Put wet items on top of the rack Leave space between the items so air can reach all surfaces See chart below for suggested cycles and settings for items that might best be rack dried Drying time will depend on amount of moisture items hold NOTE Make sure nothing hangs over the edge of the rack Stuffed toys or pillows Cotton or polyester fiber filled Stuffed toys or pillows Foam rubber filled Sneakers or canvas shoes Reset cycle as needed to complete drying CYCLE TEMPERATURE TIME minutes e pt E Air Tumble None cycle is unheated Air Tumble None cycle is unheated 30 50 4 Select a Timed drying cycle see page 14 or the Air Tumble cycle 5 Press the Start Button 4 sm NOTE The rack must be removed for normal tumbling Automatic cycles do not work with the drying rack CARING FOR YOUR RYER Proper care of your dryer can extend its life and help your dryer operate efficiently Cleaning the lint screen Every load cleaning As needed cleaning The lint screen 1 located under lid on top of the Laundry detergents and fabric softeners can cause dryer Clean it before each load A screen blocked a residue buildup on the lint screen This buildup by lint can increase drying time can cause longer drying times for your clothes or cause the dryer to stop before your load is com pletely dry You be able to see thi
23. tomatic dryness is preset f you prefer to have a Timed dry instead continue to press Select until the Timed light glows Automatic light shuts off and the light glows by the time you prefer If you pass the desired time repeat Step 2 3 Press Start The Drying Status light will glow USING OTHER FEATURES Your electronic dryer has several features that help you customize your drying cycles The information in this section helps you understand how and when to use your dryer s special features Using the Cycle Signal and Extra Care options Your electronic dryer automatically selects the Cycle Signal and Extra Care options when you press On Select You can turn one or both options Off if you prefer Each time you press Select Lock Out you turn an option On or Off Press Select Lock Out under the Options section of your control pane once to turn both options Off P P SELECT LOCK OUT Press Select Lock Out twice to turn only the Cycle Signal On Press Select Lock Out three times to turn only Extra Care On YOU SEE OPTIONS CYCLE SIGNAL EXTRA CARE YOU SEE OPTIONS EXTRA CARE YOU SEE OPTIONS CYCLE SIGNAL JE EXTRA CARE continued on next page USING OTHER FEATURES Using the Cycle Signal and Extra Care options cont e Press Select Lock Out four times to turn both PRESS YOU SEE options On again g SELECT OPTIONS
24. uctions for more information Venting 2 Use a 4 exhaust hood Smaller hoods increase AWAR G drying times N A Fire Hazard Use a heavy metal vent Do not use a plastic vent Do not use a metal foil vent Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire 3 The exhaust vent can be routed up down left right or straight out the back of the dryer Space requirements are listed in your Installation Instructions If the dryer is not properly installed and vented it will not be covered under the warranty NOTE Service calls caused by improper venting will be paid for by the customer whether it was a paid installation or self installed For paid installa tion call the company that installed the vent for adjustment 1 Four inch heavy metal or flexible metal vent must be used Do not use plastic vent or flexible metal foil vent Do not kink or crush flexible metal vent It must be completely extended to allow adequate exhaust air to flow Check vent after installation Refer to your Installation Instructions for proper length requirements of vent CHECKING YOUR VENT Venting cont 4 Use the straightest path possible when routing the 6 Clean exhaust vent periodically depending on use exhaust vent Avoid 90 but at least every 2 years turns if possible Allow or when installing your room when using dryer in a new location elbows or making turns Disconne
25. upplier 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 continued on next page UNDERSTANDING DRYER SAFETY IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons when using the dryer follow basic precautions including the following Read all instructions before using the dryer Do not repair or replace any part of the Do not dry articles that have been previ ously cleaned in washed in soaked in or spotted with gasoline dry cleaning sol vents other flammable or explosive substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode Do not allow children to play on or in the dryer Close supervision of children is necessary when the dryer is used near children Before the dryer is removed from service or discarded remove the door to the drying compartment Do not reach into the dryer if the drum is moving Do not install or store the dryer where it will be exposed to the weather Do not tamper with controls dryer or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in this Use and Care Guide or in published user repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by th
26. ures providing better fabric care for delicates and other fine fabrics Preset Selections FEREG DRY J RECYCLE SIGNAL continued on next page YOUR DRYER Selecting the right cycle and temperature setting cont Quick Press Med Removing wrinkles from clothes that have This cycle uses a fixed been packed in a suitcase 30 minute Timed set Removing wrinkles from items not removed ting that cannot be REGULAR HEAVY HI from the dryer at the end of acycle changed PERM PRESS MED As soon as the dryer DELICATES LOW stops fold or put items FINE DELICATES ULTRA LOW on hanger PRESS MED AIRTUMBLE NO HEAT Preset Selections JiETIMED 3630 MIN SIGNAL CARE AWARNING Fire Hazard Use Air Tumble No Heat or line dry items listed below Do not use heat to dry these items Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire Air Tumble No Heat Rubber Plastic Heat Sensitive Fabrics This cycle is unheated Foam Rubber Pillows padded and uses a 50 minute bras stuffed toys 20 30 minutes Timed setting that you i nch REGULAR HEAVY HI Make sure coverings are securely stitched Ca PERM PRESS MED Shake and fluff pillows by hand several use tia niormation in r the box to the left to help DELICATES LOW times dur
27. use 2 household fuses or breakers 2 Lint accumulation in hood or exhaust vent or extended drying times Is the lint screen full wp Is exhaust vent or outside exhaust hood clogged with lint Refer to venting section on pages 6 7 3 No heat For gas dryers is the valve open on the supply line Also some dryers may have an internal gas valve wp For electric dryers have you blown a fuse or tripped a circuit breaker Electric dryers use 2 household fuses or break ers The drum may be turning but you may not have heat 4 Noises Does lint screen need to be cleaned lint alert If the dryer hasn t been used for awhile there may be a thumping sound during the first few minutes of operation If noises continue call the Consumer Assistance Center 5 Odor When operating a new dryer the new electric heating element may have an odor Are household chemical odors being drawn into dryer Proper ventilation needs to be used if painting or staining near the dryer NOTE Store and use paints varnishes etc away from your dryer whenever possible If you still have problems see Requesting Assistance or Service on page 26 REQUESTING ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Before calling for assistance or service please check Troubleshooting on pages 24 and 25 It may save you the cost of a service call If you still need help follow these instructions If you need assistance or ser
28. using a vacuum cleaner or soft _ brush Avoid damaging wires and thermostats Thermostats 4 Replace rear panel 5 Open lint screen lid Remove 2 screws from lint screen area T 1 6 Open top by pulling forward and up at each front corner see illustration Rest raised top against _ wall behind dryer top is hinged at rear CARING FOR YOUR DRYER Removing accumulated lint from inside the dryer cabinet cont 7 Remove 2 internal screws from front panel flanges near top front corners Lift front panel slightly lifting off lower clips see lower clip inset of illustration below Slowly pull front panel forward disengaging panel from drum Drum will drop slightly 8 Move front panel aside and rest edge against side of dryer Avoid disconnecting wire clips see wire clips inset of illustration below or damaging wires 9 Remove any lint using a vacuum cleaner or soft brush Burner Motor gas models only Dryer with front panel removed 10 Reassemble in reverse order Before closing the top check the following Drum seal must be flared out see drum seal insets of illustration and properly positioned against panel at back of drum Rotate drum counterclockwise one full turn to check drum seal Belt should be centered and tight on Oryer drum Wire clip retainer which holds the door switch wires must be secured to top of front panel see wire
29. vice Call the KitchenAid Consumer Assistance Center toil free 1 800 422 1230 When calling Piease know the purchase date and the complete model and serial number of your appliance see page 2 This information will help us to better respond to your request We will provide you with Use and maintenance procedures e Installation information Features and specifications on our full line of appliances e Accessory and repair parts sales Do it yourself repair help Specialized customer assistance Spanish speaking hearing impaired limited vision etc Referrals to local dealers service companies and repair parts distributors KitchenAid service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after warranty service anywhere in the United States To locate the authorized KitchenAid service company in your area you can also look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages If you need replacement parts If you need to order replacement parts we recom mend that you only use factory authorized parts These parts will fit right and work right because they are made with the same precision used to build every new KITCHENAID appliance To locate factory authorized replacement parts in your area call our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number or your nearest authorized service center For further assistance If you need further assistance you can write to Kitche
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