RGD4516FW - Tumble drier Roper - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL RGD4516FW Roper

Sécheuse électronique Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien Table des matières Para una versión de estas instrucciones en español, consulte la página de “Ayuda o servicio técnico”.2 Dryer Safety34 Check Your Vent System for Good Air Flow Good air ow Along with heat, dryers require good air ow to efciently dry laundry. Proper venting will reduce your drying times and improve your energy savings. See “Installation Instructions.” The venting system attached to the dryer plays a big role in good air ow. Service calls caused by improper venting are not covered by the warranty and will be paid by the customer, regardless of who installed the dryer. Maintain good air ow by: Good Better Use Automatic Dry/Sensor Dry cycles for better fabric care and energy savings Use the Automatic Dry/Sensor Dry cycles to provide the most energy savings and enhanced fabric care from the dryer. During Automatic Dry/Sensor Dry cycles, drying air temperature or moisture level are sensed in the load. This sensing occurs throughout the drying cycle and the dryer shuts off when the load reaches the selected dryness. The Energy Preferred cycle will provide optimal energy savings. With Timed Dry, the dryer runs the amount of time set and sometimes results in shrinkage, wrinkling, and static due to over-drying. Use Timed Dry for the occasional damp load that needs a little more drying time or when using the drying rack. ■ Cleaning your lint screen before each load. ■ Replace plastic or foil vent material with 4" (102 mm) diameter heavy, rigid vent material. ■ Use the shortest length of vent possible. ■ Use no more than four 90° elbows in a vent system; each bend and curve reduces air ow. ■ Remove lint and debris from the exhaust hood. ■ Remove lint from the entire length of the vent system at least every 2 years. When cleaning is complete, be sure to follow the “Installation Instructions” supplied with your dryer for nal product check. ■ Clear away items from the front of the dryer.5 Control Panel & Features

Use your Dryer Cycle Knob to select available cycles on your dryer. Turn the knob to select a cycle for your laundry load. See “Cycle Guide” for detailed descriptions of cycles. TIMED DRY Will run the dryer for the specied time on the control. On models with a selectable temperature knob, you may choose a setting based on the fabrics in your load. Drying time and temperature will depend on your dryer model.

AUTOMATIC DRY/SENSOR DRY

Senses moisture in the load or air temperature and shuts off when the load reaches the selected dryness level. Gives the best drying in the shortest time. Drying time will vary based on fabric type, load size, and dryness setting.

TEMPERATURE Select a drying temperature based on the fabrics in your load. If you are unsure of the temperature to select for a load, select the lower setting rather than the higher setting. PUSH TO START/END OF CYCLE SIGNAL The End of Cycle Signal produces an audible sound when the drying cycle is nished. Promptly removing clothes at the end of the cycle reduces wrinkling. Turn the END OF CYCLE SIGNAL knob to select the desired setting (On or Off). Press the PUSH TO START knob to start the dryer. Not all features and options are available on all models. Appearance may vary.

Not all cycles and settings are available on all models. Items to dry: Temperature: Cycle Details: Cycle Guide — Automatic Dry/Sensor Dry Cycles Cycle Guide — Timed Dry Cycles Items to dry: Temperature:Cycle: Cycle Details: Not all cycles and settings are available on all models. TIMED DRY – Will run the dryer for the specied time on the control. Large or heavy items such as thick towels or robes Any load Heavy Dry Damp Dry Any Choose high to dry large or heavy loads. Dries items to a damp level or for items that do not require an entire drying cycle. NOTE: If loads do not seem as dry as you would like, select Heavy Dry/Very Dry next time you dry a similar load. If loads seem drier than you like, select Less Dry next time you dry a similar load. Casual, shirts, pants, lightweight items, synthetics, delicates, athletic wear Any Setting the Drying Temperature If your dryer has multiple heat settings: ■ A High temperature setting may be used for drying heavyweight items such as towels and work clothes. ■ A Low to Medium temperature setting may be used for drying medium-weight items such as sheets, blouses, dresses, underwear, permanent press fabrics, and some knits. ■ Use the No Heat temperature setting or No Heat Fluff cycle for foam, rubber, plastic, or heat-sensitive fabrics. ■ Line dry bonded or laminated fabrics. NOTE: If you have questions about drying temperatures for various loads, refer to the care label directions. Jeans, heavy work clothes, towels Heavy Dry/Very Dry Energy Preferred Less Dry Heavy Dry/Very Dry Energy Preferred Less Dry Heavy Dry/Very Dry Energy Preferred Less Dry Automatic Dry/Sensor Dry cycles give the best drying in the shortest time. Drying time varies based on fabric type, load size, and dryness setting. Select a drying temperature based on the fabrics in your load. If you are unsure of the temperature to select for a load, select the lower setting rather than the higher setting. Dryness Level: High Medium Low Work clothes, medium weight fabrics, sheets Rubber, plastic, heat sensitive fabrics No Heat Fluff (on some models)

Any cycle (on some models) N/A

No Heat No heat drying. Any load Tumble Press

Any Use low to medium temperature to smooth out wrinkles, such as those found in clothes packed in a suitcase or in items wrinkled from being left in the dryer too long.7 Using Your Dryer

1. Clean the lint screen

Clean the lint screen before each load. Pull the lint screen out of its holder. Roll lint off the screen with your ngers. Do not rinse or wash screen to remove lint. Push the lint screen rmly back into place. For additional cleaning information, see “Dryer Care”.

Place laundry in the dryer. Close the door. Do not tightly pack the dryer; clothes should be able to tumble freely. NOTE: Your model may have a different door than the one shown. Some models have drop down doors.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to

persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this dryer. Before using your dryer, wipe the dryer drum with a damp cloth to remove dust from storing and shipping.

3. Select the desired cycle

Select the desired cycle for your load. See the Cycle Guide for more information about each cycle.

AUTOMATIC DRY/SENSOR DRY CYCLES

You can select a different dryness level, depending on your load, by turning the knob to dryness level. Selecting Very Dry, ENERGY PREFERRED, or Less Dry automatically adjusts the dryness level at which the dryer will shut off. Once a dry level is set, it cannot be changed without stopping the cycle. AUTOMATIC DRY/SENSOR DRY cycles give the best drying in the shortest time. Drying time varies based on fabric type, load size, and dryness setting.8

6. Press PUSH TO START to begin

cycle (appearance may vary) Push and hold the PUSH TO START knob to begin the cycle.

4. Set cycle settings and options

Select cycle settings and options by turning the knob to the desired position. NOTE: Not all options and settings are available with all cycles.

5. Select End of Cycle Signal

(depending on model) Turn the END OF CYCLE SIGNAL knob to select the desired setting (On or Off). The End of Cycle Signal produces an audible sound when the drying cycle is nished. Promptly removing clothes at the end of the cycle reduces wrinkling. Dryer Care Keep dryer area clear and free from items that would block the air ow for proper dryer operation. This includes clearing piles of laundry in front of the dryer.

1. Apply a liquid, nonammable household cleaner to the

stained area of the drum and rub with a soft cloth until stain is removed.

2. Wipe drum thoroughly with a damp cloth.

3. Tumble a load of clean cloths or towels to dry the drum.

NOTE: Garments that contain loose 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. Dry these items inside out to avoid drum staining.

REMOVING ACCUMULATED LINT

From inside the dryer cabinet Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending on dryer usage. Cleaning should be done by a qualied servicer. From the exhaust vent Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending on dryer usage.

Every load cleaning The lint screen is located in the dryer. A screen blocked by lint can increase drying time. To clean:

1. Pull the lint screen out of its holder. Roll lint off the

screen with your ngers. Do not rinse or wash screen to remove lint. Wet lint is hard to remove.

2. Push the lint screen rmly back into place.9

Do not run the dryer with the lint screen loose, damaged, blocked, or missing. Doing so can cause overheating and damage to both the dryer and fabrics.

If lint falls off the screen into the dryer during removal, check the exhaust hood and remove the lint. See “Venting Requirements.” 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 while the screen is in the dryer. Clean the lint screen with a nylon brush every 6 months, or more frequently, if it becomes clogged due to a residue buildup. To wash:

1. Roll lint off the screen with your ngers.

2. Wet both sides of lint screen with hot water.

3. Wet a nylon brush with hot water and liquid detergent.

Scrub lint screen with the brush to remove residue buildup.

4. Rinse screen with hot water.

5. Thoroughly dry lint screen with a clean towel.

Reinstall screen in dryer. VACATION, STORAGE,

Non-Use or Storage Care Operate your dryer only when you are at home. If you will be on vacation or not using your dryer for an extended period of time, you should:

1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.

2. (For gas dryers only): Close shut off valve to gas supply

3. Clean lint screen. See “Cleaning the Lint Screen.”

Moving Care For power supply cord-connected dryers:

1. Unplug the power supply cord.

2. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.

3. Use tape to secure dryer door.

For direct-wired dryers:

1. Turn off power at fuse or breaker box.

2. Disconnect wiring.

3. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.

4. Use tape to secure dryer door.

1. Unplug or disconnect power to dryer.

2. Close shutoff valve in gas supply line.

3. Disconnect gas supply line pipe and remove ttings

attached to dryer pipe.

4. Cap the open fuel supply line.

5. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.

6. Use tape to secure dryer door.

Reinstalling the Dryer Follow the “Installation Instructions” to locate, level, and connect the dryer.

1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.

2. Open the dryer door. Locate the light bulb cover on the

back wall of the dryer. Using a 1/4" nut driver or socket wrench, remove the screw located in the lower right-hand corner of the cover. Remove the cover.

3. Turn bulb counterclockwise. Replace the bulb with

a 10-watt appliance bulb only. Replace the cover and secure with the screw.

4. Plug into a grounded outlet or reconnect power.10

To possibly avoid a service call, rst try the suggestions listed here or refer to the “Assistance or Service” page. If you experience Possible Causes Solution Troubleshooting Door not closed completely. Make sure the dryer door is closed completely. Household fuse is blown or circuit breaker has tripped. Electric dryers use 2 household fuses or circuit breakers. The drum may be turning, but you may not have heat. Replace both fuses or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician. Dryer will not run Push to Start knob not pressed rmly or held long enough. Incorrect power supply. Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. Check with a qualied electrician. Wrong type of fuse. Use a time-delay fuse. Unusual sounds Dryer had a period of non-use. If the dryer hasn’t been used for a while, there may be a thumping sound during the rst few minutes of operation. Check the front and rear edges of the drum for small objects. Clean out pockets before laundering. All four legs are not installed, dryer not level front to back and/or side to side. The dryer may vibrate if not properly installed. See “Installation Instructions”. A coin, button, or paper clip caught between the drum and front or rear of the dryer. Clothing knotted or balled up. When balled up, the load will bounce, causing the dryer to vibrate. Separate the load items and restart the dryer. Press and hold the PUSH TO START knob until you hear the dryer drum moving. No heat Household fuse is blown or circuit breaker has tripped. The drum may be turning, but you may not have heat. Electric dryers use 2 household fuses or circuit breakers. Replace both fuses or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician. It is a gas dryer. The gas valve clicking is a normal operating sound. Supply line valve not open. For gas dryers, verify that the valve is open on the supply line. Clothes are not drying satisfactorily, drying times are too long Lint screen clogged with lint. Lint screen should be cleaned before each load. The No Heat temperature setting/No Heat Fluff cycle has been selected. Select the right setting and cycle for the types of garments being dried. See “Cycle Guide.” Load too large and heavy to dry quickly. Separate the load to tumble freely. Exhaust vent or outside exhaust hood clogged with lint, restricting air movement. Run the dryer for 5-10 minutes. Hold your hand under the outside exhaust hood to check air movement. If you do not feel air movement, clean exhaust system of lint or replace exhaust vent with heavy metal or exible metal vent. Make sure vent is not crushed or kinked. See “Installation Instructions”. Exhaust vent diameter not the correct size. Use 4" (102mm) diameter vent material. Dryer located in a room with temperature below 45ºF (7ºC). Proper operation of dryer cycles requires temperatures above 45ºF (7ºC). Dryer located in a closet without adequate opening. Closet doors must have ventilation openings at the top and bottom of the door. The front of the dryer requires a minimum of 1" (25mm) of airspace, and, for most installations, the rear of the dryer requires 5" (127mm). See “Installation Instructions”. Exhaust vent not the correct length. Check that the exhaust vent is not too long or has too many turns. Long venting will increase drying times. Make sure vent is not crushed or kinked. See “Installation Instructions”. Fabric softener sheets blocking the grille. Use only one fabric softener sheet, and use it only once. Incorrect power supply. Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. Check with a qualied electrician.11 To possibly avoid a service call, rst try the suggestions listed here or refer to the “Assistance or Service” page. If you experience Possible Causes Solution Troubleshooting (cont.) Cycle time too short Automatic cycle ending early. The load may not be contacting the sensor strips. Level the dryer. Use Timed Dry for very small loads. Change the Dry Level setting on Automatic Dry/Sensor Dry cycles. Increasing or decreasing the Dry Level setting will change the amount of drying time in a cycle. Lint on load Lint screen clogged. Lint screen should be cleaned before each load. Stains on load or drum Dryer fabric softener not properly used. Add dryer fabric softener sheets at the beginning of the cycle. Fabric softener sheets added to a partially dried load can stain your garments. Drum stains are caused by dyes in clothing (usually blue jeans). These will not transfer to other clothing. Loads are wrinkled Dryer tightly packed. Dry smaller loads that can tumble freely to reduce wrinkling. Odors Recent painting, staining, or varnishing in the area where your dryer is located. If so, ventilate the area. When the odors or fumes are gone from the area, rewash and dry the clothing. Dryer being used for the rst time. The new electric heating element may have an odor. The odor will be gone after the rst cycle. Load is too hot Laundry items removed from the dryer before the end of the cycle. Allow Cool Down cycle to nish before removing laundry from dryer. All cycles are cooled slowly to reduced wrinkling and make it easier to handle. Items removed before Cool Down may feel very warm. High temperature cycle was used or the Temperature control was set on high. Select a lower temperature, and use an Automatic Dry/Sensor Dry cycle. These cycles sense the temperature or the moisture level in the load and shut off when the load reaches the selected dryness. This reduces overdrying.12 WHIRLPOOL

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