NED5100TQ - Tumble drier AMANA - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL NED5100TQ AMANA

WARNING: For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize

the risk of re or explosion, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death. – Do not store or use gasoline or other ammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. – WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

Do not try to light any appliance.

Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.

Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.

If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the re department. – Installation and service must be performed by a qualied installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.

Clear the room, building, or area of all occupants. WARNING: Gas leaks cannot always be detected by smell.Gas suppliers recommend that you use a gas detector approved by UL or CSA.For more information, contact your gas supplier.If a gas leak is detected, follow the “What to do if you smell gas” instructions. 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. WARNING Fire HazardUse a heavy metal vent.Do not use a plastic vent.Do not use a metal foil vent.Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or re. 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: 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. Good Better 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 the dryer. ■ Check Your Vent System for Good Air Flow4 CONTROL PANEL Not all features and options are available on all models. Appearance may vary. Cycle Selector (Timer) Control Automatic Dry/Sensor Dry The Automatic dry cycle takes the guesswork out of drying time and enhances fabric care. The Automatic Dry cycle may be used for most loads. The Cycle Selector (Timer) control may be set to ENERGY PREFERRED, which is good for most fabrics. At the end of the cycle, you may check the dryness of the load. If the load is drier than you like, select a setting closer to ■ Less Dry the next time you dry a similar load. If the load is not as dry as you want, select a Timed cycle ■ to complete drying and the next time you dry a similar load, choose a setting closer to Very Dry. Drying time with an automatic cycle varies according to the type of fabric, size of load, and temperature setting. On some models, the temperature is included in the cycle selections. WRINkLE PREVENT Setting (on some models) The WRINKLE PREVENT features will run after your drying cycle is complete. It periodically starts and stops the dryer, tumbling the load without heat to help avoid wrinkling. On some models, WRINKLE PREVENT automatically starts at the end of the cycle. Opening the door will stop this feature. On other models, you can set the WRINKLE PREVENT selector knob to ON or choose the amount of time the feature runs. NOTE: A signal will sound periodically when the WRINKLE PREVENT setting is selected, but only if the End of Cycle signal is also selected. Timed Dry On some models, temperature is included in the cycle selections. 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. Temperature Control (on some models) You may 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. Temperature Tips If your dryer has multiple heat settings: A High heat setting may be used for drying heavyweight ■ items such as towels and work clothes. A Low to Medium heat setting may be used for drying ■ medium-weight items such as sheets, blouses, dresses, underwear, permanent press fabrics, and some knits. A Low heat setting may be used for drying lightweight items ■ such as lingerie. You may use a no heat (air) setting for 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.5 CYCLE GUIDE Not all cycles and settings are available on all models. *On some models, the dryer continuously tumbles the load, without heat, for up to 30 minutes or until the dryer door is opened. End of Cycle Signal Control (on some models) The End of Cycle signal sounds when a cycle is complete. On some models, the End of Cycle Signal is xed. On other models, the End of Cycle Signal is selectable and the signal will sound only if set to On. If the WRINKLE PREVENT feature is selected and the End of Cycle Signal is on, the signal sounds every few minutes. The signal stops when you open the door or turn the Cycle Control knob to Off.

CYCLES LOAD TYPES FEATURES TEMPERATURE

AUTOMATIC DRY or 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 varies based on fabric type, load size, and dryness setting. Depending on model, temperature may be selected on cycle knob or be a separate control. Automatic Dry High Heat Jeans, heavy work clothes, towels Gives the best drying in the shortest time. Drying time varies based on fabric type, load size, and dryness setting. High Automatic Dry Low Heat Casual, shirts, pants, lightweight items Gives the best drying in the shortest time. Drying time varies based on fabric type, load size, and dryness setting. Low Towels Towels, Mattress pads, quilts Thoroughly dries extra-heavy items. High Very Dry Jeans, heavy work clothes This dryness level removes more load moisture than the Energy Preferred cycle. Dries heavy seams. Any *Energy Preferred Automatic Setting Most loads Use this dryness level as your starting point for automatic drying. Any Delicates Small loads, lightweight items Gently dries delicate items. Low or Extra Low Less Dry Most loads This dryness level removes less moisture than the Energy Preferred cycle. Seams of garment may feel slightly damp. Use for loads you may want to complete drying on a hanger. Any TIMED DRY Will run the dryer for the specied time on the control. Depending on model, temperature may be selected on cycle knob or be a separate control. Timed Dry High Heat Heavy or bulky items Completes drying if items are still damp. High Timed Dry Low Heat Small loads, lightweight items Gently dries delicate items and knits. Low Heavy Dry Large or heavy items such as thick towels or robes Evenly dries large or heavy loads. High Damp Dry Any load Dries items to a damp level or for items that do not require an entire drying cycle. Any Wrinkle Free Any load Helps 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. Low or Medium heat depending on fabrics in load Air Dry Rubber, plastic, heat sensitive fabrics No-heat drying. No heat SPECIAL SETTINGS These settings are added at the end of certain cycles to reduce wrinkling. Cool Down All loads This is the last step in a cycle that uses heat. The load is cooled slowly to reduce wrinkling and make it easier to handle. No heat Wrinkle Prevent Any load *Periodically starts and stops dryer, tumbling the load to avoid wrinkling. No heat6 DRYER USE Starting Your Dryer WARNING Explosion Hazard Keep ammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer. Do not dry anything that has ever had anything ammable on it (even after washing). Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, explosion, or re. WARNING Fire Hazard No washer can completely remove oil. Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on it (including cooking oils). Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be dried on a clothesline or by using an Air Cycle. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or re. To restart your dryer Close the door. Select a new cycle and temperature (if desired). Push the Start button or knob. Drying Rack (Optional on some models) Use the Drying Rack to dry items such as sweaters and pillows without tumbling. The drum turns, but the drying rack does not move. If your model does not have a drying rack, you may be able to purchase one for your model. To nd out whether your model allows drying rack usage and for information on ordering, please refer to the front page of the manual or contact the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer. NOTE: The drying rack must be removed for normal tumbling. To use the drying rack

1. Place drying rack in dryer.

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 wet items on top of drying rack, leaving space between

items. Do not allow items to hang over the edge of the drying rack. Close the door.

3. Select a Timed Dry cycle and temperature, or an air cycle.

Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be dried on a clothesline or by using an air cycle. Refer to the following table.

4. Start the dryer. Reset cycle to complete drying, if needed.

Rack Dry Cycle Temp Time Washable wool items (block to shape, lay at on drying rack) Timed Dry Low 60 min. Stuffed toys/pillows (cotton or polyester lled) Timed Dry Low 60 min. Stuffed toys/pillows (foam rubber lled) Air (no heat) N/A 90 min.

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

persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this dryer. This guide covers several different models. Your dryer may not have all of the cycles and features described. Before using your dryer, wipe the dryer drum with a damp cloth to remove dust from storing and shipping.

1. Clean lint screen before each load. See “Cleaning the Lint

2. Load clothes loosely into the dryer and close the door. Do

not pack the dryer. For best results, allow space for clothes to tumble freely.

3. Turn the Cycle Control knob to the recommended cycle

for the type of load being dried. Use the Energy Preferred Automatic Setting to dry most heavy to medium-weight fabrics.

4. If your dryer has a Temperature selector, set it to the

recommended setting for the type of fabric being dried. See “Cycle Guide” for temperature suggestions. On some models, temperature is included in the cycle selections.

5. (OPTIONAL) Your dryer may have a Wrinkle Prevent feature

selector. Use this to avoid wrinkling when you are unable to remove a load from the dryer as soon as it stops.

6. (OPTIONAL) Your dryer may have an End of Cycle Signal.

The signal is helpful when drying items that should be removed from the dryer as soon as it stops. The End of Cycle signal is part of the Start button and is selectable. Turn the Start button to ON or OFF. The signal will sound only if the selector is set to On.

Stopping and Restarting You can stop your dryer anytime during a cycle. To stop your dryer Open the dryer door or turn the Cycle Control knob to OFF. NOTE: The Cycle Control knob should point to an Off area when the dryer is not in use.7 Cleaning the Dryer Location 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. Cleaning the Lint Screen Clean lint screen before each load. A screen blocked by lint can increase drying time. IMPORTANT: 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. The exhaust hood is located where the dryer air exits your home. DRYER CARE Every Load Cleaning Style 1:

1. The lint screen is located on top of the dryer. Pull the lint

screen toward you. 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.

1. The lint screen is located in the door of the dryer. Pull the lint

screen straight up. 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.

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. Replace screen

in dryer.8 Cleaning the Dryer Interior

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 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 Inside the Exhaust Vent Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending on dryer usage. Vacation and Moving Care Vacation 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. If you have a gas dryer, close shutoff valve in gas supply line.

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

Moving care - Electric Dryers For power supply cord-connected dryers:

1. Unplug the power supply cord.

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

3. Use masking tape to secure dryer door.

For direct-wired dryers: WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all parts and panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.

1. Disconnect power.

2. Disconnect wiring.

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

4. Use masking tape to secure dryer door.

Moving care - Gas Dryers

1. Unplug the power supply cord.

2. Close shutoff valve in gas supply line.

3. Disconnect gas supply line pipe and remove ttings attached

4. Cap the open fuel supply line.

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

6. Use masking tape to secure dryer door.

Changing the Drum Light (on some models)

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 Phillips head screw driver, 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 in dryer or reconnect power.9

TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) to possibly avoid the cost of a service call... www.amana.com/help Dryer will not run Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker ■ tripped? Electric dryers use 2 household fuses or circuit breakers. The drum may be turning, but you may not have heat. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician. Is the correct power supply available? ■ Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. Check with a qualied electrician. Was a regular fused used? ■ Use a time-delay fuse. Is the dryer door rmly closed? ■ Was the Start button or knob rmly pressed? ■ Is a cycle selected? ■ The dryer will not start in the Wrinkle Prevent position. Move the dial past OFF. No heat Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker ■ tripped? Electric dryers use 2 household fuses or circuit breakers. The drum may be turning, but you may not have heat. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician. For gas dryers, is the valve open on the supply line? ■ Unusual sounds Has the dryer had a period of non-use? ■ If the dryer hasn’t been used for awhile, there may be a thumping sound during the rst few minutes of operation. Is coin, button, or paper clip caught between the drum ■ and front or rear of the dryer? Check the front and rear edges of the drum for small objects. Clean out pockets before laundering. Is it a gas dryer? ■ The gas valve clicking is a normal operating sound. Are the four legs installed, and is the dryer level front to ■ back and side to side? The dryer may vibrate if not properly installed. See the Installation Instructions. Is the 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. Timer does not noticeably advance Is the dryer set to Timed or Air Dry? ■ The timer moves slowly and continuously for the timed setting. Is the dryer set to Automatic Drying? ■ The timer moves only when the clothing is mostly dry. Clothes are not drying satisfactorily or drying times are too long Is the lint screen clogged with lint? ■ Lint screen should be cleaned before each load. WARNING Fire Hazard Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use a plastic vent. Do not use a metal foil vent. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or re. ■ Is the 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. See the Installation Instructions. Are fabric softener sheets blocking the grille? ■ Use only one fabric softener sheet, and use it only once. Is the exhaust vent the correct length? ■ Check that the exhaust vent is not too long or has too many turns. Long venting will increase drying times. See the Installation Instructions. Is the exhaust vent diameter the correct size? ■ Use 4" (102 mm) diameter vent material. ■ Is the dryer located in a room with temperature below 45ºF (7ºC)? Proper operation of dryer cycles requires temperatures above 45ºF (7ºC).10 Is the dryer located in a closet? ■ Closet doors must have ventilation openings at the top and bottom of the door. Sides and front of dryer require a minimum of 1" (25 mm) of airspace, and the rear of the dryer requires 5" (127 mm). See the Installation Instructions. Has an air dry cycle been selected? ■ Select the right cycle for the types of garments being dried. Is the load too large and heavy to dry quickly? ■ Separate the load to tumble freely. Cycle time too short WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install dryer. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. ■ Is the automatic cycle ending early? The load may not be contacting the sensor strips. Level the dryer. Change the dryness level setting on Automatic Cycles. Increasing or decreasing the dryness level will change the amount of drying time in a cycle. Lint on load Is the lint screen clogged? ■ Lint screen should be cleaned before each load. Stains on load or drum Was the dryer fabric softener 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). This will not transfer to other clothing. Loads are wrinkled Was the load removed from dryer at the end of ■ the cycle? Was the dryer overloaded? ■ Dry smaller loads that can tumble freely. Odors Have you recently been 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. Is the electric 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 Were laundry items removed from the dryer before the ■ end of the cycle? Allow the 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. Was a high temperature cycle used, or was a separate ■ temperature control set on high? Select a lower temperature, and use an automatic drying 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. 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