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Dry Cycles

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General Tips for Drying

Use the automatic programmes to dry most loads. Electronic sensors measure the temperature of the exhaust to increase or decrease drying temperatures for faster reaction time and tighter temperature control.Cold water tap must be left on during drying cycles.This appliance’s automatic process from washing to drying can be selected easily.For most drying, make sure all clothes are similar in material and thickness.Do not overload the appliance by stuffing too many articles into the drum. Items must be able to tumble freely.Drying times may be longer than those on a vented dryer. For effective drying performance, don't load the drum more than half full.If you open the door and remove the load before the appliance has finished its programme, remember to press the Start/Pause button.Do not tumble dry woolen articles. Pull them to their original shape and dry them flat.Some woven and loopknit materials may shrink, by varying amounts, depending on their quality.Always stretch these materials out immediately after drying.Do not overload your appliance. Take out permanent press articles as soon as the appliance stops to reduce wrinkles.Always check the manufacturer’s instructions.Check fabric care labels on blankets and duvets before using the drying programme. Some blankets and duvets may shrink by the heated air.Do not dry any items made from or containing rubber or plastics, such as:Aprons, bibs, chair coversCurtains and table clothsBathmatsDo not dry fiber glass articles in the appliance. Glass particles left in the appliance may be picked up by your clothes and cause skin irritation.Be careful when removing your clothing from the appliance, as the clothing or appliance may be hot.The estimated drying time varies from the actual drying time during the Automatic cycle. The type of fabric, size of the load, and the dryness selected affect drying time.

Using Dry Cycles

Press the Dry button repeatedly to select a dry cycle.Dry clothes with less energy. When the option is set, the drying time can increase.Dry clothes with recommended settings.Use a Damp setting for items that you wish to iron.You can select drying time from 30 to 120 minutes, in 30-minute increments.Prepare the clothes and load the drum.For consistently dry loads, all articles in the load should be similar in material and thickness.Do not overload the drum. There should be enough room for clothes to tumble freely.Press the Power button.Select a wash cycle and add detergent.Press the Dry button as necessary.Press the Start/Pause button.Prepare the clothes and load the drum.For consistently dry loads, all articles in the load should be similar in material and thickness.Do not overload the drum. There should be enough room for clothes to tumble freely.For best results, don't load the drum more than half full.Press the Power button.Do not select a washing cycle and do not add a detergent.Rotate the knob to select the Dry Only cycle.Press the Dry button as necessary.Press the Start/Pause button.