Loading ClothesCycle Descriptions
Load clothes loosely into the dryer. Do not pack the dryer. Allow This manual covers several different models. Your dryer may vary
space for clothes to tumble freely. The following chart shows from the model shown, and may not have all of the cycles and
examples of balanced loads that would allow for proper tumbling. features described.
Heavy work 3 pair of pants, 4 pair of jeans, 2 pair of
clothes overalls, 3 shirts
Delicates3 camisoles, 1 robe, 4 slips,
6 undergarments, 2 sets of sleepwear,
1 child?s outfit
Less Dry
Towels10 bath towels, 10 hand towels, 14 wash
cloths, 1 bath mat
Mixed Load3 double sheets, 4 pillowcases,
8 T-shirts, 6 pair of shorts, 2 blouses,
8 handkerchiefs
Cycle Control knob
Drying, Cycle, and Temperature Tips
Select the correct cycle and temperature for your load.Auto Dry cycle
Cool Down tumbles the load without heat during the last few Use your Automatic cycle to dry most loads. Your dryer has a
minutes of all cycles to make the load easier to handle.control that senses the moisture level in the load and shuts off
when the load reaches the selected dryness.
Drying tips
nFollow care label directions when they are available.nSelect the temperature from the temperature selector based
on the fabrics in your load.
nIf you use fabric softener sheets, use only those labeled
?dryer safe.? Follow package instructions.After drying a load, check the dryness.
nIf the load is drier than you like, select a setting closer to Less
nRemove the load from the dryer as soon as tumbling stops to
Dry the next time you dry a similar load.
reduce wrinkling. This is especially important for permanent
press, knits, and synthetic fabrics.nIf a load is not as dry as you like, complete drying using a
Timed cycle. Select a setting closer to Very Dry the next time
Cycle and temperature tips
you dry a similar load.
nDry most loads using the Energy Preferred Automatic
Setting ().NOTE: Drying time varies with an Automatic cycle. The type of
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fabric, the size of the load, and the dryness selected affect drying
nUse a High Heat setting for drying heavyweight items such as
time. See ?Drying, Cycle, and Temperature Tips.?
towels and work clothes.
nUse a Medium Heat setting for drying medium weight items, Timed Drying cycle(s)
such as sheets, underwear, permanent press fabrics, and Use your Timed Drying cycle to complete drying if items are still
some knits.damp after the Automatic cycle. Also use Timed Drying for
heavyweight and bulky items, such as bedspreads and work
nUse a Low Heat setting for drying lightweight items such as
clothes or large loads that require a long drying time. Set the
lingerie, blouses, dresses, and some knits.
temperature selector, if available, to High Heat.
nUse a no-heat (air) setting for rubber, plastic, or heat-sensitive
On some models, you may use the Timed Drying cycle for
fabrics.
lightweight items such as lingerie or knits. Set the temperature
nLine dry bonded or laminated fabrics.selector, if available, based on the fabrics in your load.
If you are unsure of the temperature to select for a load, select a
Air Fluff or Air Dry cycles
lower setting rather than a higher setting.
Use the Air Fluff or Air Dry cycle for items that require drying
NOTE: If you have questions about drying temperatures for
without heat such as rubber, plastic, and heat-sensitive fabrics.
various loads, refer to the care label directions.
Set the Cycle Control knob to Air Fluff or Air Dry. This chart
shows examples of items that can be dried using the Air Fluff or
Air Dry cycle.
Type of LoadAir Fluff or
Air Dry cycle*
Foam rubber?pillows, padded bras,
stuffed toys20 - 30
Plastic?Shower curtains, tablecloths20 - 30
Rubber-backed rugs40 - 50
Olefin, polypropylene, sheer nylon10 - 20
*(Minutes). Reset cycle to complete drying if needed.
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