Frigidaire 137181900A Clothes Dryer User Manual


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6
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Operating Your Dryer
(Mesh bag not included.)
WARNING
Toreducetheriskofre,electricshockorinjuryto
persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
in this Use and Care Guide before operating your dryer.
CAUTION
Do not continue to use the dryer if you hear squeaking,
grinding, rubbing or other unusual noises. This could
beasignofmechanicalbreakdownandleadtoreor
seriousinjury.Contactaqualiedtechnicianimmediately.
Normal Operating Sounds
A
B
C
D
You may or may not hear the following sounds from your
new dryer:
A. SUSPENSION ROLLERS The dryer drum is
supported by a set of suspension rollers. At times
there may be a thumping or rolling sound when the
dryer starts. This may happen if the dryer has not
been in use for a period of time, or after a heavy
loadhasremainedinthedryerdrumforanextended
period,creatingatemporaryatspotontheedge
of the roller. The noise should dissipate as the dryer
operatesandtheatspotssmoothout.
B. AIR FLOW SYSTEM Your dryer is equipped with a
high volume air handling system. In some installations
there may be some sounds associated with air
movement throughout the dryer, including the air
duct,blower,andexhaustsystem.Thisisnormaland
can vary with load size and type.
C. GAS VALVE(Gasmodelsonly.)Theowofgasis
controlled by electric solenoids. During operation there
may be a clicking sound as the valve opens and closes to
controlthegasow.
D. GAS BURNER (Gas models only.) When the burner
is operating, there may be sounds generated as the
airowmixeswiththegasame.Thisnoiseisnormal
and will only occur when the gas is ignited in the
combustion tube.
1 Prepare load for drying.
Dry items of similar fabric, weight and construction •
in the same load.
Separate dark items from light-colored items. Sepa-•
rate items that shed lint from those that attract lint.
Check for stains which may not have been removed •
in washing. Repeat stain removal process and wash
again before drying. Dryer heat may permanently
set some stains.
Place delicate or small items in a mesh bag.•
Be sure buckles, buttons and trim are heatproof •
andwon’tdamagethedrumnish.Closezippers;
fasten hooks and Velcro
®
-like fasteners. Tie strings
and sashes to prevent snagging and tangling.
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