Kenmore 131786800 Owner's Manual page 8

Dnj,ing Procedures
Followfabriccare label instructions.
Place small items in a mesh bag.
Filldryerdrum 1/3to 1/2 full.
• Follow the guidelines below for preparing the load for drying.
• ReadtheOryerOperatinglnstructions, pages19-20,foroperatingyourspecific
model.
• Always read and follow fabric care labels and laundry product labels.
_To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons, read
Important Safetylnstructions, pages 2-4, before operating this dryer.
1. Prepare items for drying.
•
Dry items of similar fabric, weight and construction in the same load.
• 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.
Besurebuckles,buttons and trim are heatproof and won't damage the drum
finish. Closezippers,fasten hooks and Velcro®-Iike fasteners.Tiestringsand
sashesto prevent snagging and tangling.
If possible, turn pockets inside out for even drying.
Check for stains which may not have been removed in washing. Dryer heat
may permanently set some stains. Repeat stain removal process before
drying.
Placesmall items in a mesh bag to prevent tangling and for easy removal.
2. Check that lint screen is clean and in place.
3. Load the dryer.
• The averageload willfill the drum 1/3 to 1/2full. Items need room to tumble
freely for even drying and lesswrinkling. Do not overload dryer.
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When drying large items, dry only 2 or 3 at a time. Fillout 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 overd ry items. Overd rying 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).
SeeDryer Operating Instructions card for your specific model controls.
5. Turn cycle selector clockwise to the desired setting.
6. Start the dryer.
• Turn Start control clockwise to ON. Hold for 1-2 seconds and release.
• To add or remove items when the dryer isrunning, open the door. Thedryer
will always stop when the door is opened.
• Allow the drum to come to a complete stop before reaching inside.
7. When the cycle ends, remove items immediately and hang
or fold. If load is removed before the cycle ends, turn cycle selector to OFF.
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