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Air Fluff or Air Dry cycles DRYEL fabric care system
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Use the Air Fluff or Air Dry cycle for items that require drying When using DRYEL fabric care, select the DRYEL cycle setting
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without heat such as rubber, plastic or heat-sensitive fabrics. Set and the DRYEL temperature setting. DRYEL fabric care, when
the Cycle Control knob to Air Fluff or Air Dry. This chart shows used in accordance with the manufacturer?s directions, has been
examples of items that can be dried using the Air Fluff or Air Dry tested and approved for use in full-size dryers built by Whirlpool
cycle.Corporation.
Type of LoadAir Fluff or End of Cycle Signal
Air Dry cycle*
 The End of Cycle signal sounds when a cycle is complete. If
your End of Cycle signal is selectable, the signal will sound
Foam rubber?pillows, padded bras,
only if set to On.
stuffed toys20 - 30
 If the Wrinkle Shield feature is on, the signal sounds every few
Plastic?Shower curtains, tablecloths20 - 30
minutes. The signal stops when you open the door or turn the
Rubber-backed rugs40 - 50
Cycle Control knob to Off.
Olefin, polypropylene, sheer nylon10 - 20
*(Minutes). Reset cycle to complete drying if needed. Drying Rack (optional)
The drying rack is useful for machine drying items you would not
When using Air Fluff or Air Dry
necessarily want to tumble dry or that you would normally line dry
 Check that coverings are securely stitched.(for example, tennis shoes, pillows, stuffed toys).
 Shake and fluff pillows by hand periodically during cycle.You can order a drying rack by contacting the dealer from whom
you purchased your dryer.
 Dry item completely. Foam rubber pillows are slow to dry.
To use the drying rack
1. Slide rear pegs into the dimples on the back wall of the dryer.
Additional FeaturesLower the front legs to rest on the dryer opening.
This manual covers several different models. Your dryer may not
have all of the features described.
Heavy Dry
Select this cycle to evenly dry large or heavy items such as thick
cotton bath towels or robes. Set the Temperature selector, if
available, to High Heat.
2. Put the wet items on top of the drying rack. Leave space
between the items so air can reach all the surfaces. Close the
Cotton
door.
Select this cycle to thoroughly dry heavy items such as sheets,
NOTE: Do not allow items to hang over the edge of the drying
mattress pads and quilts, or a load of towels. Set the Temperature
rack.
selector, if available, to High Heat.
3. Select cycle and temperature to match the fabrics in your
Synthetics/Permanent Pressload. Items containing foam, rubber or plastic must be dried
Select this cycle to dry medium to lightweight synthetic or no-iron on a clothesline or by using an air cycle. Refer to the following
items such as shirts, blouses or dresses. Choose a Medium Heat table.
setting if available.4. Press Start. Reset cycle to complete drying, if needed.
NOTE: The drying rack must be removed for normal tumbling. Do
Quick Dry
not use the automatic cycle with the drying rack.
Use this cycle for drying small loads or loads that need a short
drying time. Choose a High or Medium Heat setting depending on
Rack DryCycleTempTime*
the types of fabrics being dried.
DelicatesWool SweatersTimed Low60
Select this cycle to dry small loads or lightweight items. Set the Block to shape and lay flat on
Temperature selector, if available, to Low or Extra-Low Heat.the drying rack
TUMBLE PRESS settingStuffed toys or pillowsTimed Low60
Select this cycle to help remove wrinkles from items such as Cotton or polyester fiber filled
clothing packed in a suitcase or items wrinkled from being left in
the dryer too long. Set the Temperature selector, if available, to
Stuffed toys or pillowsAir None90
Medium or Low Heat depending on the fabrics in your load.
Foam rubber filled(no heat)
Damp Dry
Select this cycle to dry items to a damp level, or to dry items that Sneakers or canvas shoesAir None90
do not require an entire drying cycle. Use the Damp Dry cycle on
(no heat)
items such as jeans (to avoid stiffness) or cotton clothing (to make
pressing easier). If your model has a Temperature selector, choose
a temperature setting based on the fabrics in your load.*(Minutes). Reset cycle to complete drying if needed.
Wrinkle Guard II
When you are unable to remove a load from the dryer as soon as it
stops, wrinkles can form. The Wrinkle Guard II feature periodically
tumbles, rearranges and fluffs the load for up to 30 minutes
without heat to help keep wrinkles from forming. Press the Wrinkle
Guard ON button to enable the Wrinkle Guard II feature. A signal
will sound periodically when the Wrinkle Guard II feature is on if
the End of Cycle Signal is selected. The signal and the tumbling
will end when you open the dryer door, or when you turn the Cycle
Control knob to Off.
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