Whirlpool 8314832A - Manuel (Page 10)

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Drying Rack
Select this option to dry items such as sweaters without
tumbling. The drum turns, but the rack does not move.
To use the drying rack
1. Slide rear pegs into the dimples on the back wall of the dryer.
Lower the front legs to rest on the dryer opening.
2. Put the wet items on top of the rack . Leave space between
the items so air can reach all the surfaces. Close the door.
NOTE: Do not allow items to hang over the edge of the rack .
3. Select the Timed Drying cycle and temperature, or the Fluff
Air cycle. Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be
dried on a clothesline or by using an air cycle. Push the
START button.
NOTE: You must remove rack for normal tumbling. Do not
use automatic cycles with the drying rack .
This chart shows examples of items that can be rack dried.
Select the cycle, temperature setting and drying time across from
each item.
*(Minutes) Reset cycle to complete drying, if needed. (Drying time
will depend on amount of moisture items hold).
NOTE: If your model does not have a drying rack you can order
one by calling 1-800-807-6777 or by contacting the dealer from
whom you bought your appliance.
CARING FOR YOUR DRYER
Cleaning the Lint Screen
Every load cleaning
The lint screen is located on the top of the dryer. Clean it before
each load. A screen block ed by lint can increase drying time.
To clean
1. Pull the lint screen towards you. Roll lint off the screen with
your fingers. Do not rinse or wash screen to remove lint. Wet
lint is hard to remove.
2. Push the lint screen firmly back into place.
IMPORTANT:
■ Do not run the dryer with the lint screen loose, damaged,
block ed, or missing. Doing so can cause overheating and
damage to both the dryer and fabrics.
■ 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.
■ If lint falls off the screen into the dryer during removal, check
the exhaust hood and remove the lint. See “Check ing Your
Vent.”
As needed cleaning
Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can build up on the
lint screen. This buildup can cause longer drying times for your
clothes, or cause the dryer to stop before your load is completely
dry. The screen is probably clogged if lint falls off the screen.
Clean the lint screen with a nylon brush every six months or more
frequently if it becomes clogged due to a residue buildup.
To wash
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.
3. Rinse screen with hot water.
4. Thoroughly dry lint screen with a clean towel. Replace
screen in dryer.
Rack Dry Cycle Temp Time*
Wool Sweaters
Block to shape and lay flat on
the rack Timed
Drying
Low 60
Stuffed toys or pillows
Cotton or polyester fiber filled
Timed
Drying
Low 60
Stuffed toys or pillows
Foam rubber filled
Fluff
Air
None 90
Sneakers or canvas shoes
Fluff
Air
None 90