ROPER” Home Appliances UseAndCare A Note to You.. ...................... 2 Dryer Safety ....................... 3-4 Parts and Features Operating ............... 5 Your Dryer ........... 6 Before starting your dryer .. .6 Starling your dryer .............. 6 Stopping/restarting your dryer.. .......................... 7 Selecting the right cycle and setting .......................... 7 End of cycle signal .............. 9 Using the drying rack ........ 12 Caring for Your Dryer ......... 13 Laundry Tips .
A Note to You Thank you for buying a ROPER@ appliance. ROPER appliances give you all the functionality of name brand appliances at a value price. To ensure you enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It contains valuable information about how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely. Please read it carefully. Also, please complete and mail the Ownership Registration Card provided with your appliance.
Dryer Safety Your safety is important to us. This guide contains safety statements under warning symbols. Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explanation of the use of the symbol. D ! 0 This symbol alerts you to hazards such as fire, electrical shock, or other injuries.
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: guide or in published user-repair *Read all instructions before using instructions that you understand the dryer. and have the skills to carry out.
Parts and Features The parts and features of your dryer are illustrated below. 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. NOTE: The drawings to show the different include all features. in this book may vary from your dryer model. They are designed features of all models covered by this book. Your model may not Temperature (PP. 7, 10) button (P.
Operating Your Dryer The information in this section helps you learn to use your dryer efficiently and safely. Refer to “Laundry Tips” on page 18 for additional information on sorting, loading, and drying most types of washables. NOTES: l Make sure your dryer is properly vented before using it. See warning below and your Installation Instructions. l Make sure your dryer is properly installed in a well-ventilated room where the temperature above 45°F (7°C).
3. If your dryer has a Temperature Selector, set it to the desired setting (see page 10). 4. Push the Start Button. NOTE: Your dryer stops automatically a cycle ends. Stopping/restarting your OR q dryer To restart the dryer: 1. Close the door. 2. Select a new cycle and temperature desired). 3. Push the Start Button. You can stop your dryer anytime during a cycle. To stop the dryer, either: l Open the dryer door. when (if 011 Turn the Cycle Control Knob to off.
Cycle descriptions Automatic Cycle(s) Dry most loads using the Energy Preferred Automatic Setting (*). Your Automatic cycle(s) shuts off when the selected dryness is reached. The Cycle Control Knob will not move until the load is almost dry. After the cool-down, the Knob automatically turns to an Off area and tumbling stops. l If the load is drier than you like, select a setting closer to LESS DRY the next time you dry a similar load.
WRINKLE (on some PREVENT” Feature models) When you are unable to remove a load from I the dryer as soon as it stops, wrinkles can form. The WRINKLE PREVENT feature tumbles the load without heat every few minutes up to 45 minutes after the cycle ends. This tumbling rearranges and fluffs the load to avoid wrinkles. You do not have to set the Cycle Control Knob for the WRINKLE PREVENT feature.
Drying cycles chart Use the chart below to help you make drying selections. The chart suggests heat settings and drying times for various loads. NOTES: l Use an Automatic cycle to dry most loads. l Use a Timed cycle only if the recommended Automatic cycle is not available. TYPE OF LOAD The check mark (/) in the chart below denotes recommended temperature settings. If some types of loads in the chart have more than one suggested temperature setting, choose the lowest setting available on your dryer.
No Heat/Fluff drying cycle or line The chart below includes examples of items that require drying without heat. Use the No Heat/Fluff cycle (if available on your dryer model), or place the items on a line or rack to air dry. NOTES: l Heat-sensitive fabrics should not be dried in the dryer. l Line dry bonded or laminated fabrics. l Always follow care label directions when they are available. Fire Hazard Use No Heat/Fluff Cycle or line dry items listed below. Do not use heat to dry these items.
Using the drying rack (Available as an option on some models) The drying rack lets you dry items that you may not want to tumble. The rack does not move, but the drum turns. 1. Fit rear legs of the rack into indentations in the back wall of the dryer. Lower the front so the legs rest on the dryer opening. 4. Select the Timed drying cycle (and temperature, if needed) or the No Heat/Fluff cycle (see page 11). 5. Push the Start Button. 2. Put wet items on top of the rack.
Caring for Your Dryer Proper care of your dryer can extend its life. This section explains how to care for your dryer properly and safely. Cleaning Every load the lint screen cleaning The lint screen is located under a lid on top of the dryer. Clean it before each load. A screen blocked by lint can increase drying time. To clean: 1. Open the lid and pull the lint screen towards you. 2. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers. Do not rinse or wash screen to remove lint. Wet lint is hard to remove.
Cleaning the dryer interior Garments which contain unstable dyes, such as denim blue jeans or brightly colored cotton items, may discolor the dryer interior. These stains are not harmful to your dryer and will not stain future loads of clothes. It may be 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. 2. Apply paste to a soft cloth.
Changing (on some the drum light models) If your dryer has a drum light, it will be one of two types, as shown. The dryer light automatically turns on inside the dryer drum when you open the door. Fire Hazard Replace light bulb cover before operating dryer. Failure to do so can result in death or fire. To change drum light type 1: 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.
Removing accumulated lint Lint can gather inside the dryer and be a fuel for fire. Lint should be removed every two to 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 l-800-447-6737. Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before cleaning. Replace all panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
If your dryer is gas and has a full front panel, remove front panel as follows: 1. Unplug the power supply cord or turn off the electrical power. 2. Open lint screen lid. Remove two screws from lint screen area. 3. Open top by pulling forward and up at each front corner (see View A). Rest raised top against wall behind dryer (top is hinged at rear). 4. Remove two internal screws from front panel flanges (near top front corners).
Laundry Tips This section provides information on preparing clothes for drying, drying guidelines, instructions for drying special-care items. NOTES: Refer to your Washer Use and Care Guide for proper washing techniques laundry tips. l See pages 3 and 4 of this book for Important Safety Information. l Sorting and additional clothes Separate dark from light colors; colorfast from non-colorfast. Items a properly sorted for washing are usually properly sorted for drying.
. Using dryer fabric softener Dryer fabric softener sheets are recommended for reducing static cling and for softening fabrics. Always use fabric softener sheets labeled as dryer safe and follow package instructions carefully. * Put one fabric softener sheet on top of the load before starting the dryer. Do not add a fabric .-r-softener sheet after the drying cycle has started. Instant heat can cause the fabric softener l!iiizl to spot fabrics.
Drying special-care items Most garments and household textiles have manufacturer’s care labels with laundering instructions. Always follow care label directions when they are available. Pages 10 and 11 include drying instructions for most types of washables. The chart below provides drying instructions for special-care washables.
ITEMS DRYING INSTRUCTIONS Napped items Dry separately or with similar colors to avoid lint transfer. Follow care label instructions. 1. Remove from dryer while there is still a trace of moisture. 2. Smooth, reshape, and air dry before putting away. l Corduroy, velveteen Quilted, downfilled items Follow care label instructions. 1. Dry one at a time. 2. Remove from dryer and shake or fluff the item during the drying cycle. 3. Smooth and reshape before putting away.
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 24. Common laundry - problems - PROBLEM CAUSE Greasy spots l Dryer fabric softener improperly used. See manufacturer’s l Drying soiled items. l Full lint screen. (See page 13.) l Load not properly sorted.
Common dryer problems Before calling for service, check these: q Is exhaust duct or outside exhaust hood clogged with lint? Is the dryer door firmly closed? Are the controls set in an ON position? Did you firmly push the Start Button? Is lint screen clogged with lint? R! Is the power cord plugged in? Have you blown a fuse or tripped a circuit breaker? Electric dryers use 2 household fuses (or breakers). The drum may be turning but you may not have heat.
Reauestina --- - ---se&ice “- Assistance ~- - or Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting” on pages 22-23. It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below. 1. If you need assistance* ... Call our toll-free number. Dial toll-free from anywhere in the U.S.A.: 1-800-44-ROPER w l-800-447-8737 and talk with one of our trained El consultants.
Index This index is alphabetical. page number. Look for the word or phrase you want, and then look for the PAGE TOPIC PAGE TOPIC 8 LINE DRYING .......................................... 8 11 CARE/CLEANING Dryer interior ......................................... Lint screen ............................................ 14 13 LINT Accumulated ......................................... Removal ................................................ 13 16 CHOOSING 18 LOAD Size .............................
ROPER” Dryer Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY (FROM DATE OF PURCHASE) FSP@ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized Roper service company. I WHAT WE WILL NOT PAY FOR A. Service calls to: 1. Correct the installation of your dryer. 2. Instruct you how to use your dryer. 3. Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing. 4. Replace owner accessible light bulbs. B.
