Electrolux EFDE317TIW Complete Owner s Guide English - Page 11
Selecting The Right Cycle To Save Energy - installation manual
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Operating Instructions 11 SELECTING THE RIGHT CYCLE TO SAVE ENERGY This dryer has been specifically designed with options to help you save energy and at the same time utilize the optimal drying setting for your clothing. The normal cycle was used to rate the dryer for energy efficiency. The normal cycle defaults to normal temperature setting, normal dryness level and eco mode option (if available) on. Some cycles save more energy than others. Cycles that use the least amount of heat save the most energy. Use the lowest heat setting (auto and timed dry cycles) and less dry setting (auto dry cycles) to save on energy and prevent over drying your clothing. Press the power button to turn on the unit. Turn the cycle selector ring (on select models) in either direction or repeatedly press the cycles button (on other models) to scroll through the cycles. To change the cycle once it has begun, press the cancel button before selecting a new cycle. Just turning the cycle selector ring or pressing the cycles button will not change the cycle. Auto Dry Cycles Auto Dry cycles take the guesswork out of selecting the correct drying time for each load. Moisture sensing bars in the front of the dryer drum sense the moisture level of the load as it tumbles through the heated air. With Auto Dry cycles, the load will automatically be dried at the selected temperature to the desired dryness level. Auto Dry cycles save time and energy and protect fabrics. When the load has reached the selected dryness level, it will continue to tumble, unheated, during a cool down period. This helps reduce wrinkling and makes items easier to handle during unloading. NOTE Initial cycle times for Auto Dry Cycles are only estimates. Actual drying time may be longer or shorter than displayed time. Drying time varies depending on size and dampness of load and fabric type. If the load is too small or almost dry, the moisture sensing bars may not detect enough moisture to continue the cycle and the cycle may end after a few minutes. If this occurs, then select the time dry cycle to dry such loads. Room temperature and humidity, type of installation and electrical voltage or gas pressure can also affect drying time. normal Select this cycle to dry everyday fabrics including cottons, linens and sheets. towels Select this cycle to dry heavy loads such as towels and non-rubber-backed bath mats. mixed load (on select models) Select this cycle to dry loads containing a mix of fabrics. heavy duty Select this cycle to dry durable fabrics such as jeans and overalls. allergen (on select models) Select this cycle where you wish to reduce allergens as you dry your load. Items prone to heat damage are not recommended for this cycle. casual (on select models) Select this cycle to dry cottons, blends and permanent press items with a no-iron finish. delicates Select this cycle to dry knits and delicates. Time Dry Cycles time dry To manually select the drying time for any load, scroll the cycle selector indicator to time dry. Drying times from 30 to 60 minutes or 75 minutes (on select models) can be selected by pressing the dry time button. Drying time will be displayed. Select any drying temperature. Because this is not an Auto Dry cycle, you will not be able to select a dryness level. WARNING FIRE HAZARD To avoid fire hazard, do not use heat to dry items containing feathers or down, foam rubber, plastics similarly textured, rubber-like materials. Use the time dry cycle and the air dry (no heat) setting. 20min fast dry (400 series model) Select this cycle to quickly dry small loads in 20 minutes. 18min fast dry (500 series model) Select this cycle to quickly dry small loads in 18 minutes. 15min fast dry (600 series model) Select this cycle to quickly dry small loads in 15 minutes. instant refresh (on select models) Select this cycle to refresh fabrics, remove odors and reduce static by injecting the perfect amount of steam into clothing that has been left in the dryer, stored in crowded closets, drawers, or unpacked luggage. NOTE It is not recommended to use fabric softener sheets with steam cycles or steam options as it may cause staining on clothes.