Electrolux ELFG7437AG Complete Owners Guide - Page 43

43 TROUBLESHOOTING Common drying inquiries Many drying problems involve poor cleaning results, poor soil and stain removal, residues of lint and scum, and fabric damage. For satisfactory drying results, follow these suggestions provided by The Soap and Detergent Association. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE MEASURES Greasy, oily stains • Fabric softener sheet • Rub fabric softener • Add a few bath towels to small stains with bar loads for proper tumbling. soap. Rinse and rewash. • Some "silk-like" fabrics should be air dried. • Use proper drying temperature. • Place fabric softener sheet on top of load before starting the dryer. Lint • Overloading • Reduce load • DO NOT overload dryer. • Overdrying causes static electricity • Lint screen not clean when cycle began • Lint is attached to "pills" size and rewash using liquid fabric softener in the final rinse. • Or, add a fabric softener sheet and tumble without heat. • Use lint brush or • Use fabric softener in washer or dryer to reduce static electricity. • Remove items when they are slightly damp to avoid overdrying. • Check that lint filter is clean and in place. roller to remove lint. Pilling (fibers • Overdrying break off, ball up and cling to fabric) • Use a lint brush or shaver to remove pills. • Use fabric softener to lubricate fibers. • When ironing, use spray starch or fabric finish on collars and cuffs. • Turn items inside out to reduce abrasion. Shrinking • Temperature too high • Overdrying • Irreversible condition. • Follow fabric care label directions. • If shrinking is a concern, check load often. • Remove items while slightly damp and hang or lay flat to complete drying. • Block knits into shape. Wrinkling • Overloading • Leaving items in dryer after cycle ends • Reduce load size and tumble at medium or low heat for 5-10 minutes. • Remove items immediately. Hang or fold. • DO NOT overload dryer. • Remove items as soon as cycle ends. Isolated wet • Low water • Check water line spots on pressure in pressure. fabrics after home is not completed sufficient Steam cycle to atomize incoming water during steam cycle • Ensure water line pressure is minimum of 20 psi. DO NOT exceed 120 psi.