Haier RDE400AW manual

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    Model # RDE400AW/R,RDE200AW,CRDE400AW/R,CRDE200AW C y c l e s V e r y D a m p D r y C o o l d o w n C y c l e c o m p l e t e d E x t e n d t r u m b l e L o u d e r S o f t e r O f f C y c l e S i g n a l P e r m a n e n t P r e s s O n O f f W r i n k l e C a r e T i m e d C y c l e s M o r e T i m e L e s s T i m e A u t o D r y T i m e d D r y [...]

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    2. Do not dry articles that have been previously cleaned in,washed in, soaked in,or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances, as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode. 3. Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance. Close supervision of children is necessary when the appliance is [...]

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    16. This dryer must be properly installed in accordance with the installation instructions before it is used. See grounding instructions in the installations sections. 17. Proper grounding must be ensured to reduce the risk of electric shock and force. Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the dry[...]

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    3 T ables Of Contents PAGE Safety Instructions ............................................................................ 1 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................ 13-22 .......................................................... 13 Other Features .........................................................[...]

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    4 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS Phillips head and flathead screwdrivers Channel-lock adjustable pliers 1/2 inch open end wrench Carpenter s level Measuring tape (12ft. Min.) Duct tape Rigid or flexible metal 4 inch (10.2 cm) duct Vent hood 1. Remove all packaging material. This includes the foam base and all adhesive tape holding the dryer accessorie[...]

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    5 Exhaust System Connections Requirements and Instructions 1. Do not use plastic flexible duct to exhaustthe dryer. Excessive lint can build up inside system and create a fire hazard and restrict air flow. Restricted airexhaust flow will increase dryer times. If your present system is made up of plastic duct or metal foil duct, replace it with a ri[...]

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    6 Materials English Although vertical orientation of the exhaust system is acceptable. Certain extenuating circumstances could affect the performance of the dryer: 1. Only rigid metal duct work should be used. 2. Venting vertically through a roof may expose the exhaust system to down drafts causing an increase in vent restriction. 3. Running the ex[...]

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    7 Do Not Install Your Dryer: In an area exposed to dripping water or outside weather conditions. In an area where it will come in contact with curtains, thick carpet, or anything that will obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air. On carpet. Floor must be solid with a maximum slope of 1inch (2.54 cm). Location of Your Dryer English Dryer[...]

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    8 Correct Incorrect Correct Incorrect Correct Incorrect English[...]

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    9 Electrical Connections Requirements and Instructions 1. This appliance must be properly grounded. Electrical shock can result if the dryer is not properly grounded. Follow the instructions in this manual for Proper grounding. 2. Do not use an extension cord with this dryer. Some extension cords are not designed to withstand the amounts of electri[...]

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    10 1. Remove the screws securing the terminal block access cover and the strain relief mounting bracket located on the back of the dryer in the upper corner. 2. Install a U.L. approved strain relief into the power cord entry hole of the mounting bracket. Finger tighten the nut only at this time . 3. Thread a U.L. Approved 30 Amp . Power cord, NEMA [...]

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    English 11 4- W ire Cord Connections 1. Remove the screws securing the terminal block access cover and the strain relief mounting bracket located on the back of the dryer upper corner . 2. Install a UL approved strain relief into the power cord entry hole of the mounting bracket . Finger tighten the nut only at this time. 3. Remove the green neutra[...]

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    Caution: Label all wires prior to disconnection, when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper operation and be dangerous. Check unit for proper operation after servicing. Warning: Discard or destroy the carton and plastic bags after the dryer is unpacked. Children should not be allowed to use them to play with. Cartons covered with rug[...]

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    Understanding the Control Panel OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS 1 2 8 3 7 6 5 4 9 Power On/Off Button: (1) Start/Pause Button: (2) Press the button once to operate the dryer. Press the button once again to turn the dryer "OFF". Press this button once to start the dry process. Press this button once again to pause the activity during the dry cycle[...]

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    Timed/Cycles Button: (5) Cycles Button: (7) More Time & Less Time Button: (6) "Cycle" button will let you select your desired dry cycles. For your convenience, there are seven fabric care dry cycles programmed in this mode:Customized, Normal, Heavy , Cotton, Bulky Items, Permanent P ress and Delicate. "Timed/Cycles" button w[...]

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    Function Light Indicator: The function "display light" indicates selected feature is "ON" or the cycle is about to begin. During the dry cycle, "flashing light" indicates current running program. Rapidly flashing light indicates that the dryer is not operating properly. 15 Group the clothes of the same kind (cotton, ch[...]

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    Auto Dry cycle and Timed Dry cycle Load clothes into dryer The appropriate load shall be 1/3 ~ 1/2 of the drum volume. Avoid too much load, for a certain space is needed to allow clothes free rotation for uniform and wrinkle- proof drying. When drying big articles, only 2-3 pieces shall be loaded at a time and supplemented with middle and small art[...]

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    Various button initial status for "Normal program" 2. Press "Cycles" button to select a suitable full automatic cycle The Normal program will be automatically selected after powering on. If other full automatic program is desired, press "Auto-program Selection" button until corresponding indicator turns on. Cycle Signa[...]

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    After powering on, the clothes dryer automatically sets dryness at "Very", which means the normal drying time. If other drying time is desired, press "Sensor Dryness Level" button to select a shorter time. 3. Press "Sensor Dryness Level" button to select a suitable drying time After switching on, the dryer sets corresp[...]

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    Timed Dry cycle 1 7 4 6 2 5 Cycles Dry Cool down Cycle completed Extend tumble Customized On Off Wrinkle Care More Time Less Time Auto Dry Rack dry Timed Dry Time Remaining On/Off Power Pause Start Te m p Air Only(No Heat) High Medium Low Normal Heavy Cotton Delicate Bulky Items Louder Softer Signal Cycle Off Cycles Timed 3 2. Press "Timed/Cyc[...]

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    Other Features 2. Press "Timed/Cycles" button and select "Rack Dry" cycle 1. Press "Power On/Off" button to power on After powering on, press "Timed/Cycle" button to select "Rack Dry" program. 3. Press "More Time" And "Less Time" buttons to set a suitable time After setting "[...]

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    22 For best dr ying results, clean the lint filter before Do not overload the dryer. Balance the dryer load, evenly Throughout the dryer for the best results. Drying time depends on many variables: load size, type of fabric and moisture in it, heat and moisture in the room, electric voltage, length of the venting duct, etc. Always follow the fabric[...]

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    23 Care and Cleaning Guide • Lint filter needs to be cleaned before and after each use for your unit to Operate at optimum efficiency. The filter can be slid out , by pulling on The tab located on the inside of the dryer door. The filter may be Washed or vacuumed. Remove the excess water from the filter by Gently shaking the filter. This will rem[...]

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    24 Troubleshooting Dryer does not operate: Check if unit is plugged in. The plug may have come loose. Check if the electrical wall socket is the correct voltage. Check if the circuit breaker needs to be reset or if the fuse needs to be replaced. Check if the unit is in Off mode. Press Power On/Off button again . Check if door is open or not in plac[...]

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    Full ONE Year Warranty For 12 months from the date of original retail purchase, Haier will repair or replace any par free of charge including labor that fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. Limited Warranty After only year from the original retail pur- chase date Haier shall provide a part at no cost , as indicated below, to replace s[...]