Kenmore 8804 Use and Care Guide - Page 6

Care and Cleaning Con't Do not store or place laundry products on top of dryer at any time. They can damage the finish or controls. If the dryer drum becomes stained from noncolorfast fabrics, clean the drum with a damp cloth and a mild liquid household cleanser. Remove cleanser residue before drying the next load. Every 18 months an authorized servicer should clean the dryer cabinet interior and exhaust duct. These areas can collect lint and dust over time. An excessive amount of lint build-up could result in inefficient drying and possible fire hazard. Outside Clean the cabinet with mild soap and water. Never use harsh, gritty or abrasive cleansers. If the cabinet becomes stained, clean with diluted chlorine bleach [I/2 cup (120 ml) in 1 quart (.95 liter) water]. Rinse several times with clear water. Remove glue residue from tape or labels with a mixture of warm water and mild detergent. Or, touch residue with the sticky side of the tape or label. Before moving the dryer, place a strip of cardboard or thin fiberboard under the front leveling legs to prevent damage to floor. Common Drying Problems 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 POSSIBLECAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVEMEASURES Greasy, oily stains e Fabric softener sheet. o Rub fabric softener stains with bar soap. Rinse and rewash. o Add a few bath towels to small loads for proper tumbling. o Some "silk-like" fabrics should be air dried. o Use proper drying temperature. Place fabric softener sheet on top of load before starting the dryer. Lint Overloading. o Reduce load size and rewash using liquid Do not overload dryer. • Overdrying causes static fabric softener in the final rinse, o Use fabric softener in washer or dryer to electricity. e Lint screen not clean Or, add a fabric softener sheet and tumble without heat. reduce static electricity. o Remove items when they are slightly when cycle began. Use lint brush or roller to remove lint. damp to avoid overdrying. Lint is attached to "pills." o Check that lint screen is clean and in place. Pilling (Fibers break off, ball up and cling to fabric.) Pilling is normal with synthetic and permanent press fabrics. This is due to abrasion from normal wear. o Use a lint brush or shaver to remove pills. Use fabric softener to lubricate fibers. o When ironing, use spray starch or fabric finish on collars and cuffs. Turn items inside out to reduce abrasion. Shrinking Overdrying. Irreversible condition. o Follow fabric care label directions. o 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, o Remove items immediately. Hang or fold. o Do not overload dryer. o Remove items as soon as cycle ends.