Whirlpool EL2020W - Manual (Page 15)

L A U N D R Y G U I D E
Drying tips
Articles to be ironed should be removed from the dryer while still damp.
Dry only clean items. Soiled hems can leave stains on the dryer drum. These stains can be picked up
by other hems in the load. Dryer heat may permanently set some stains.
Dryer fabric softeners
Dryer fabric softeners are recommended for reducing static cling and for softening fabrics. Always follow
package instructions carefully.
NOTE: Static can also be reduced by not overdrying.
• For best resuhs, put fabric softener sheet on top of the load before starting the dryer. DO NOT add
a fabric softener sheet after the cycle has started. Instant heat can cause the fabric softener to spot
fabrics.
• Clear, grease-like spots can resuh from the fabric softener sheet becoming tangled or wrapped in an
hem during tumbling. If fabric softener causes a stain, wet the stain and rub whh liquid detergent or
bar soap then wash.
• Some dryer fabric softeners can clog the lint screen and slow drying. Use only fabric softeners labeled
as dryer safe.
Energy saving tips
• Dry only full loads without overdrying.
• Avoid overloading dryer, adding wet hems to a partly dried load, or opening the door unnecessarily.
• Plan your laundry to dry one load after another. A warm dryer shortens drying time.
• Shorten drying times by:
-keeping the lint screen clean.
- using your dryer in a room where room air temperature is above 45°F (7°C).
-exhausting dryer properly.
- sorting loads by fabric weight and type.
Vacation care
1. Unplug power supply cord or turn off electrical power supply. Shut off supply GAS VALVE if you
have a gas dryer.
2. Clean lint screen.
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