Amana 40119701 User Manual
6
Features, Hints, and Care
Drying Times
It is impossible to give exact drying
times. Conditions from home to home
vary and directly affect drying times.
The length of time it takes to dry loads
will depend on several variables.
times. Conditions from home to home
vary and directly affect drying times.
The length of time it takes to dry loads
will depend on several variables.
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Load size
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Type of fabric, washer, and spin
speed will determine moisture in
the fabric.
speed will determine moisture in
the fabric.
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Heat and moisture in the room.
Damp air coming into the dryer
will increase drying time.
Damp air coming into the dryer
will increase drying time.
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Installation (length of exhaust
duct, etc.).
duct, etc.).
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Electric voltage or gas pressure.
If you have an automatic cycle, you
need not worry about time. The
automatic cycle will determine the time
needed.
need not worry about time. The
automatic cycle will determine the time
needed.
Here are some important items to
remember:
remember:
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In some models, the automatic cycle
does not operate as a timed cycle.
While using this feature, the cycle
dial advances as the clothes dry. the
dial may advance slowly or quickly
depending on the moisture content
of the clothes.
does not operate as a timed cycle.
While using this feature, the cycle
dial advances as the clothes dry. the
dial may advance slowly or quickly
depending on the moisture content
of the clothes.
•
Do not set the timer for a “higher”
setting than necessary. If you have a
permanent press/knit cycle, use it
for loads of permanent press, knits,
and for clothes made from, or
containing synthetic fibers. This
cycle has a longer COOL DOWN
period at the end of the cycle to
reduce wrinkling.
setting than necessary. If you have a
permanent press/knit cycle, use it
for loads of permanent press, knits,
and for clothes made from, or
containing synthetic fibers. This
cycle has a longer COOL DOWN
period at the end of the cycle to
reduce wrinkling.
How to Remove Ball Point
Pen Ink Marks from the
Dryer Drum
If the ink stain is fresh, place dry rags in
the dryer. Using the hottest heat setting,
run the dryer for one hour to absorb the
ink.
the dryer. Using the hottest heat setting,
run the dryer for one hour to absorb the
ink.
If the stain is not fresh, apply household
spray or cream cleaner to a soft cloth,
and rub the stain. Then, place wet rags
in the dryer. Using the hottest heat
setting, run the dryer for one hour to
remove any cleaner residue.
spray or cream cleaner to a soft cloth,
and rub the stain. Then, place wet rags
in the dryer. Using the hottest heat
setting, run the dryer for one hour to
remove any cleaner residue.
Optional Drying Rack
Drying Rack, Part No. 504105, is useful for
drying items that require no-tumble drying,
such as tennis shoes, sweaters, stuffed
toys or other delicate items.
drying items that require no-tumble drying,
such as tennis shoes, sweaters, stuffed
toys or other delicate items.
General Dryer Care
Cleaning
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•
Ordinarily, dryer cylinder will need no
care.
care.
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Wipe dryer cabinet as needed. If detergent, bleach or other washing
products have been spilled on the dryer, wipe immediately. Some
products will cause permanent damage if spilled on the cabinet.
products have been spilled on the dryer, wipe immediately. Some
products will cause permanent damage if spilled on the cabinet.
•
Do not allow sharp or rough objects to lean against the dryer. The finish
could be damaged.
could be damaged.
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Use only a damp or sudsy cloth for cleaning the control panel. Some
spray prewash products may harm the finish on the control panel.
spray prewash products may harm the finish on the control panel.
Lint Filter
Clean lint filter after drying each load. A clean lint filter ensures efficient drying
and clothes will remain lint-free when unloading dryer. A layer of lint on the
screen will reduce air flow through the dryer and lengthen drying time. Lint
screen may be washed with soap and water if needed.
Clean lint filter after drying each load. A clean lint filter ensures efficient drying
and clothes will remain lint-free when unloading dryer. A layer of lint on the
screen will reduce air flow through the dryer and lengthen drying time. Lint
screen may be washed with soap and water if needed.
Lubrication
All moving parts are sealed in a permanent supply of lubricant or are equipped
with oilless bearings. Additional lubrication will not be necessary.
All moving parts are sealed in a permanent supply of lubricant or are equipped
with oilless bearings. Additional lubrication will not be necessary.
Exhaust System
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•
The exhaust duct should be inspected after one year of use and cleaned
if necessary. Inspect and clean exhaust duct every one to two years as
required thereafter.
if necessary. Inspect and clean exhaust duct every one to two years as
required thereafter.
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The weather hood should be checked frequently to make sure the
dampers move freely, dampers are not pushed in and that nothing has
been set against them.
dampers move freely, dampers are not pushed in and that nothing has
been set against them.
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Keep dryer area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and
other flammable vapors and liquids.
other flammable vapors and liquids.
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Do not obstruct the flow of combustion (gas dryers) and ventilation air.
Drying Rack