Frigidaire Clothes Dryer 131842900 9903 User Manual

P/N 131842900 (9903)  
 
This Owner's Guide provides general  
operating instructions for your dryer.  
It also contains information about  
features for several other models.  
Your dryer may not have every  
feature included.  
Protect Children  
Do not allow children to play on or in the dryer. Close supervision of  
children is necessary when the dryer is used near children. As children grow, teach  
them the proper, safe use of all appliances.  
Destroy the carton, plastic bag and other packing materials after the  
dryer is unpacked. Children might use them for play. Cartons covered with rugs,  
bedspreads or plastic sheets can become airtight chambers.  
Use the dryer only as instructed in  
this Owner's Guide and the  
Operating Instructions card  
included with your dryer.  
Keep laundry products out of children's reach. To prevent personal  
injury, observe all warnings on product labels.  
Avoid fire hazard or  
electricalshock. Donotuseanadaptor  
plug or extension cord or remove  
groundingprongfromelectricalpower  
cord. Failuretofollowthiswarningcan  
cause serious injury, fire or death.  
Before the dryer is removed from service or discarded, remove the  
dryer door to prevent accidental entrapment.  
Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries.  
Prevent Injury  
ELECTRIC DRYERS:  
To prevent shock hazard and assure stability during operation, the  
dryer must be installed and electrically grounded by a qualified service person in  
accordance with local codes. Installation instructions are packed in the dryer for the  
installer's reference. Refer to INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for detailed grounding  
procedures. If the dryer is moved to a new location, have it checked and reinstalled  
by a qualified service person.  
14-30R  
DRYER  
FUSED 30 AMP  
120/240 V OR  
120/208 V  
WALL  
RECEPTACLE  
DRYER  
SERVICE CORD  
To prevent personal injury or damage to the dryer, the electrical  
power cord of a gas dryer must be plugged into a properly grounded and polarized  
3-prong outlet. The third grounding prong must never be removed. Never  
ground the dryer to a gas pipe. Do not use an extension cord or an adaptor  
plug.  
CORRECT  
Use this way ONLY  
GAS DRYERS:  
ALWAYS disconnect the dryer from the electrical supply before  
attempting any service or cleaning. Failure to do so can result in electrical shock or  
injury.  
Grounding type  
wall receptacle  
Do not under  
any circumstances  
cut, remove,  
Do not use any type spray cleanser when cleaning dryer interior.  
Hazardous fumes or electrical shock could occur.  
or bypass  
the grounding prong  
from this plug.  
To prevent injury, do not reach into the dryer if the drum is moving.  
Wait until the dryer has stopped completely before reaching into the drum.  
To prevent injury and damage to the dryer:  
Power supply  
cord with 3-prong  
grounding plug  
All repairs and servicing must be performed by an authorized servicer  
unless specifically recommended in this Owner's Guide. Use only authorized  
factory parts.  
Do not tamper with controls.  
Do not install or store the dryer where it will be exposed to the weather.  
CORRECT  
Use this way ONLY  
A thermal limiter switch automatically turns off the motor in the unlikely event  
of an overheated situation (electric dryers only). A service technician must replace  
the thermal limiter switch after correcting the fault.  
Note: The instructions appearing in  
this Owner's Guide are not meant to  
cover every possible condition and  
situation that may occur. Common  
sense and caution must be practiced  
when installing, operating and  
Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries.  
maintaining any appliance.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
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Follow the guidelines below for preparing the load for drying.  
Drying Procedures  
Read the Operating Instructions card for operating your specific model.  
• Always read and follow fabric care labels and laundry product labels.  
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons, read  
Important Safety Instructions, pages 2-3, before operating this dryer.  
1. Prepare items for drying.  
Dry items of similar fabric, weight and construction in the same load.  
Separate dark items from light-colored items. Separate items that shed lint  
from those that attract lint. If an item sheds lint, turn it inside out.  
Be sure buckles, buttons and trim are heatproof and won't damage the  
drum finish. Close zippers, fasten hooks and Velcro®-like fasteners. Tie  
strings and sashes to prevent snagging and tangling.  
If possible, turn pockets inside out for even drying.  
Check for stains which may not have been removed in washing. Dryer heat  
may permanently set some stains. Repeat stain removal process before  
drying.  
Follow fabric care label instructions.  
Place small items in a mesh bag to prevent tangling and for easy removal.  
2. Check that lint screen is clean and in place.  
3. Load the dryer.  
Theaverageloadwillfillthedrum1/3to1/2full.Itemsneedroomtotumble  
freely for even drying and less wrinkling. Do not overload dryer.  
Whendryinglargeitems,dryonly2or3atatime.Fillouttheloadwithsmall  
and medium sized items.  
For delicate or very small loads, add 2 lint-free towels for better drying, less  
wrinkling, and to prevent grease stains caused by fabric softener sheets.  
Place small items in a mesh bag.  
Donotoverdryitems.Overdryingcancausewrinkling,shrinkage,harshness,  
and a build-up of static electricity, which can produce more lint.  
If desired, add a dryer fabric softener sheet.  
4. Close the dryer door and set dryer controls (some models).  
See Operating Instructions card for your specific model controls.  
5. Turn cycle selector clockwise to the desired setting.  
6. Start the dryer.  
Turn the START knob clockwise to ON. Hold for 1-2 seconds and release.  
Toaddorremoveitemswhenthedryerisrunning,openthedoor.Thedryer  
will always stop when the door is opened. Allow the drum to come to a  
complete stop before reaching inside.  
To restart dryer, close the door then turn the START knob clockwise to ON.  
Hold for 1-2 seconds and release.  
Fill dryer drum 1/3 to 1/2 full.  
7. When the cycle ends, remove items immediately and hang  
or fold. If load is removed before the cycle ends, turn cycle selector to OFF.  
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Cycle Signal Control (some models)  
Features  
When the Cycle Signal Control is ON, a signal will sound at the end of each cycle  
and during the Press Saver setting (some models). The volume is adjustable on  
some models.  
Drum Light (some models)  
A drum light will come on whenever the door is opened to illuminate the dryer  
drum during loading and unloading. Closing the door turns off the light.  
Reversible Dryer Door  
Your dryer is equipped with a reversible door. The door can be hinged on the right  
or left side. Refer to the INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for directions on changing  
the door.  
Drying Rack (some models)  
Use the drying rack to dry items which should not be tumble dried.  
1. Open the dryer door and remove the lint screen.  
2. Insert drying rack into the dryer drum. Place the front bar under the lip of the  
lint screen opening.  
3. Place items to be dried on top of the rack. Weight should not exceed 10 lbs.  
Leavespacebetweenitems, butdonotletitemshangoverthesidesorthrough  
the grids. Do not tumble other items when using the drying rack.  
4. Selectatimeddrysettingbestsuitedforitemsbeingdried.UseonlytheAirFluff  
(no heat) temperature setting for items containing plastic, foam rubber,  
rubber-like materials, feathers or down.  
5. When items are dry, remove the rack and replace the lint screen. If lint screen  
is not in place, tumbling items could enter the exhaust system and cause  
damage to the dryer.  
Place the front bar under  
the lip of the lint screen opening.  
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.  
PREVENTIVE MEASURES  
• Add a few bath towels to small loads for  
proper tumbling.  
PROBLEM  
Greasy, oily  
stains  
POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS  
• Fabric softener sheet.  
• Rub fabric softener stains with bar 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  
• Do not overload dryer.  
• Use fabric softener in washer or dryer to  
reduce static electricity.  
• Remove items when they are slightly damp  
to avoid overdrying.  
• Check that lint screen is clean and in place.  
• Overloading.  
• Overdrying causes static  
electricity.  
• Lint screen not clean  
when cycle began.  
• Lint is attached to "pills."  
• Reduce load 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 roller to remove lint.  
Pilling  
• 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.  
• Pilling is normal with  
synthetic and permanent  
press fabrics. This is due  
to abrasion from normal  
wear.  
(Fibers break  
off, ball up and  
cling to fabric.)  
• Turn items inside out to reduce abrasion.  
Shrinking  
• 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.  
• Overdrying.  
Wrinkling  
• 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.  
• Overloading.  
• Leaving items in dryer  
after cycle ends.  
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To reduce risk of fire or serious injury to persons or property, comply  
with the basic warnings listed in Important Safety Instructions, pages 2-3, and  
those listed below.  
Care and Cleaning  
Before cleaning the dryer interior, unplug the electrical power cord to avoid  
electrical shock hazards.  
Do not use any type spray cleanser when cleaning dryer interior. Hazardous  
fumes or electrical shock could occur.  
Inside  
Clean the lint screen after every load. Lint build-up in the screen restricts air  
flow, which causes longer drying times. The screen is located at the bottom of  
the door opening. Remove by pulling straight up. Remove the lint and replace  
the screen.  
Occasionally a waxy build-up may form on the lint screen from using dryer-  
added fabric softener sheets. To remove this build-up, wash the lint screen in  
warm, soapy water. Dry thoroughly and replace. Do not operate the dryer  
without the lint screen in place.  
Clean lint screen after every load.  
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  
amountoflintbuild-upcouldresultininefficientdryingandpossiblefirehazard.  
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 [1/2 cup  
(120 ml) in 1 quart (.95 liter) water]. Rinse several times with clear water.  
Removeglueresiduefromtapeorlabelswithamixtureofwarmwaterandmild  
detergent. Or, touch residue with the sticky side of the tape or label.  
Do not store or place laundry products  
on top of dryer at any time. They can  
damage the finish or controls.  
Before moving the dryer, place a strip of cardboard or thin fiberboard under  
the front leveling legs to prevent damage to floor.  
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Before calling for service, review this list. It may save both time and expense. The list includes  
common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this dryer.  
Avoid Service  
Checklist  
OCCURRENCE  
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
SOLUTION  
Electrical power cord is not securely plugged  
in or plug may be loose.  
Make sure the plug fits tightly in wall outlet.  
Dryer does not start.  
House fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped.  
Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse.  
Make sure electrical line is not overloaded and the dryer is  
on a separate circuit.  
Thermal limiter tripped.  
Call authorized service person for replacement.  
Replace fuse.  
There are 2 house fuses in the dryer circuit.  
If 1 of the 2 fuses is blown, the drum may  
turn but the heater will not operate.  
Dryer runs but won't heat.  
Gas supply valve is not open (gas models).  
Check to make sure supply valve is open. See INSTALLATION  
INSTRUCTIONS for procedure.  
Dryer does not have anough air supply to  
support the burner flame (gas models).  
See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.  
LP gas supply tank is empty or there has been  
a utility interruption of natural gas (gas  
models).  
Refill or replace tank.  
Dryer should heat when utility service is restored.  
Lint screen is clogged with lint.  
Make sure all lint has been removed from the dryer lint  
screen before starting each cycle.  
Drying cycle takes too long,  
outside of the dryer feels  
too hot or smells hot.  
Exhaust duct requirements have not been  
met.  
Exhaust duct must be at least 4 inches in diameter and made  
of rigid or flexible metal.  
When in place, the duct must have no more than two 90°  
bends and must not exceed length listed in INSTALLATION  
INSTRUCTIONS.  
Electric dryer is connected to a 208 volt  
circuit.  
Drying time will be 20% longer than drying on a 240 volt  
circuit.  
Drying procedures have not been followed.  
See Drying Procedures, page 4.  
Outside exhaust hood or exhaust duct may  
be clogged or restricted.  
Clean out any obstruction.  
High humidity.  
Use a dehumidifier near the dryer.  
Dryer is overloaded.  
Do not overload. See Drying Procedures, page 4.  
Remove items as soon as cycle ends.  
See Drying Procedures, page 4.  
Excessive wrinkling.  
Items left in dryer too long.  
Insufficient sorting of items.  
Drying temperature too high.  
Follow fabric care label instructions.  
Foreign objects such as coins, pins, clips or  
buttons are inside the dryer.  
Always remove foreign objects from pockets before  
laundering. Remove objects from drum and restart dryer.  
Scratchingorchippingofthe  
drum finish.  
Permanently attached items such as belt  
buckles, zippers and fasteners may be hitting  
the inside of the drum.  
It may be necessary to baste a scrap of material securely  
around ornaments before drying to prevent scratching and  
damage to the dryer.  
Drum damage caused by foreign objects or  
permanently attached items is not covered by the  
warranty.  
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FRIGIDAIRE GALLERYDRYER WARRANTY (UNITED STATES)  
Your Frigidaire product is protected by this warranty  
WARRANTY  
PERIOD  
FRIGIDAIRE, THROUGH ITS AUTHORIZED  
SERVICERS, WILL:  
THE CONSUMER WILL BE  
RESPONSIBLE FOR:  
FULLONE-YEAR  
WARRANTY  
One year from original  
purchasedate.  
Pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this Costs of service calls that are listed under  
appliance which prove to be defective in materials or IMPORTANT RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE  
workmanship.  
CONSUMER.*  
LIMITEDWARRANTY  
(Applicabletothe  
StateofAlaska)  
Time period listed above.  
All of the provisions of the full warranty above and the Costsofthetechnician'straveltothehomeandany  
exclusions listed below apply.  
costs for pick up and delivery of the appliance  
required because of service.  
Your appliance is warranted by Frigidaire Home Products, a division of White Consolidated Industries, Inc. We authorize no person to change  
or add to any of our obligations under this warranty. Our obligations for service and parts under this warranty must be performed by Frigidaire  
or an authorized Frigidaire servicer.  
*IMPORTANT  
RESPONSIBILITIES  
OF THE CONSUMER  
This warranty applies only to products in ordinary household use, and the consumer is responsible for the  
items listed below:  
1. Proper use of the appliance in accordance with instructions provided with the product.  
2. Proper installation by an authorized servicer in accordance with instructions provided with the appliance and in  
accordance with all local plumbing, electrical and/or gas codes.  
3. Proper connection to a grounded power supply of sufficient voltage, replacement of blown fuses, repair of loose  
connections or defects in house wiring.  
4. Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing, such as removal of trim, cupboards, shelves, etc., which  
are not a part of the appliance when it was shipped from the factory.  
5. Damages to finish after installation.  
6. Replacement of light bulbs and/or fluorescent tubes (on models with these features).  
EXCLUSIONS  
This warranty does not cover the following:  
1. CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING  
FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY.  
Note: Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this limitation  
or exclusion may not apply to you.  
2. Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in workmanship or material, or for appliances not in ordinary  
household use. The consumer shall pay for such service calls.  
3. Damages caused by services performed by servicers other than Frigidaire or its authorized servicers; use of parts other  
than genuine Frigidaire Home Products parts; obtained from persons other than such servicers; or external causes  
such as abuse, misuse, inadequate power supply or acts of God.  
4. Products with original serial numbers that have been removed or altered and cannot be readily determined.  
Keep your bill of sale, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment record. The date on the bill establishes the warranty  
period should service be required. If service is performed, it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts. This  
written warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights that vary from state to state. Service under  
this warranty must be obtained by contacting Frigidaire Home Products:  
IF YOU NEED  
SERVICE  
800 • 944 • 9044  
Frigidaire Home Products  
P.O. Box 212378  
Augusta, GA 30917  
Product features or specifications as described or illustrated are subject to change without notice. All warranties are made  
by White Consolidated Industries, Inc. This warranty applies only in the 50 states of the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico.  
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To avoid unnecessary cost and inconvenience, make a few simple checks before  
calling for service. Common occurrences and their solutions can be found in the  
Avoid Service Checklist. Be sure you have followed the instructions in this manual.  
Service Information  
(Canada)  
If you are unable to locate the cause of a problem, call for service. Insist on factory  
service by an authorized FRIGIDAIRE HOME PRODUCTS PARTS AND SERVICE  
depot.  
FRIGIDAIREHOMEPRODUCTSPARTSANDSERVICE  
All Frigidaire appliances are backed by FRIGIDAIRE HOME PRODUCTS PARTS AND  
SERVICE, one of Canada's largest parts and service networks.  
The Frigidaire reputation means you can enjoy complete professional service from  
one of our hundreds of trained technicians across the country. Ask your Frigidaire  
dealer for details about the Extended Service Plan offered by FRIGIDAIRE HOME  
PRODUCTS PARTS AND SERVICE to all purchasers of Frigidaire appliances in  
Canada.  
FRIGIDAIREHOMEPRODUCTSPARTSANDSERVICE  
7075 Ordan Drive  
Mississauga,Ontario  
L5T 1K6  
Place the name, address and telephone number of your service depot in the  
spaces below.  
Productandfeaturespecificationsasdescribedorillustratedaresubjectto  
change without notice.  
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WARRANTY (CANADA)  
G ALLERY AUTO MATIC WASHERS AND DRYERS  
WARRANTOR:  
Fo r se rvic e und e r this wa rra nty, c o nta c t yo ur lo c a l  
d e a le r/re ta ile r,a uthorize d FRIGIDAIREHOMEPRODUCTS  
PARTS AND SERVIC E d e p o t, o r:  
Frigid a ire Home Prod uc ts  
7075Ord a n Drive  
Mississa ug a , Onta rio  
L5T 1K6  
FRIGIDAIRE HOME PRODUCTS PARTS & SERVICE  
7075Ord a n Drive  
Mississa ug a , Onta rio  
L5T 1K6  
Te l.:  
Fa x:  
(905)565-9200  
(905)565-0937  
WARRANTO R WILL THRO UG H ITS AUTHO RIZED  
SERVIC E DEPO T:  
WARRANTY PERIOD:  
Forthe first two ye a rsa fte rp urc ha se b y the orig ina l  
consumer/owner:  
Pa ya llc oststo re p a irorre p la c e a nyd e fe c tive p a rts.  
Life tim e wa she r, a fte r p urc ha se b y the o rig ina l  
consumer/owner:  
Pa y a ll c o sts (e xc lud ing la b o ur to insta ll) o f a  
polypropylene wa sherba sketa nd/orpolypropylene tub.  
Top loa d a utom a tic wa she rsonly: tra nsm ission for  
the third throug h te nth ye a ra fte rp urc ha se b y the  
origina lconsumer/owner:  
Pa ya llc osts(e xc luding la bourto insta ll)to re pla c e a ny  
d e fe c tive tra nsmission.  
WARRANTY APPLIES TO:  
a) Prod uc tsp urc ha se d a nd insta lle d in Ca na d a forp e rsona lsingle fa milyhouse hold use .  
b) De fe c tsre sulting ora rising out ofthe ma nufa c turing p roc e ss.  
c) Produc tsbe a ring le gible ma nufa c ture r'smode la nd se ria lnumbe rs.  
d) Re pla c e me ntpa rtsonlyforthe re ma ind e rofthe origina lwa rra nty.  
WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO:  
a) Tra nsporta tionda ma ge.  
b) Sup p lya nd re p la c e me nt ofp orc e la in,fuse s,g la ssa nd lig ht b ulb s.  
c) Pa rts a nd se rvic e sup p lie d o r o b ta ine d fro m o the r tha n FRIG IDAIRE HO ME PRO DUC TS PARTS AND SERVIC E o r  
FRIG IDAIRE HO ME PRO DUC TS PARTS AND SERVIC E a utho rize d d e p o ts.  
d) Da ma ge orfa ilure a sthe re sult ofa b use ,imp rop e rorc omme rc ia luse .  
CO NSUMER/ O WNER RESPO NSIBILITY:  
a) To provid e proofofthe origina ld a te ofpurc ha se byme a nsofa billofsa le orpa yme ntre c ord ve rifying purc ha se  
date.  
b) To p a ya llc oststo ma ke the a p p lia nc e re a d ilya c c e ssib le forse rvic e .  
c) To e nsure prope rpowe rsupplya nd c onne c tion ofthe a pplia nc e to sa me .  
d) Prop e rinsta lla tion,c ontrolse tting a nd c a re offinish.  
Thiswa rra nty isin a d d itio n to a ny sta tuto ry wa rra ntie sc o nta ine d in a ny a p p lic a b le le g isla tio n. The te rm sa nd  
c onditionsofthiswa rra ntya re notinte nde d to e xc lude orlimityourrightsunde rthose sta tute s. The wa rra ntorhowe ve r  
re se rve sthe rig ht to c ha rg e tra nsp orta tion a nd tra ve lling c ostsford ista nc e sin e xc e ssof48 kilome tre s(30 mile s)  
fro m the ne a re st FRIG IDAIREHO MEPRO DUC TSPARTSAND SERVIC E a utho rize d se rvic e d e p o t.  
Thiswa rra ntyp lusthe sta tutorywa rra ntie sme ntione d a re the onlywa rra ntie sgive n to the c onsume r/owne rforthis  
product.  
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