USER GUIDE 12-Cycle Electric and Gas Dryers NS-TDRE67W1/NS-TDRG67W1/NS-TDRE67W1-C Before using your new product, please read these instructions to prevent any damage.
Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SAFETY & PRECAUTIONS 12-Cycle Electric and Gas Dryers Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of your new Insignia dryer. Insignia dryers feature the latest in design and capabilities and will provide reliable and trouble-free performance. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE This manual contains important information on the installation, use, and care of your appliance.
SAFETY & PRECAUTIONS NS-TDRE67W1/NS-TDRG67W1/NS-TDRE67W1 The level of risk is shown by the following indications. WARNING This symbol indicates the possibility of death or serious injury. CAUTION This symbol indicates the possibility of injury or damage to property. WARNING This symbol indicates the possibility of dangerous voltage constituting a risk of electrical shock is present that could result in death or serious injury.
SAFETY & PRECAUTIONS 12-Cycle Electric and Gas Dryers WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Read all instructions before using the appliance. • Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this User Guide. • Before use, the dryer must be properly installed as described in this User Guide. • ALWAYS follow the fabric care instructions supplied by the garment manufacturer.
SAFETY & PRECAUTIONS NS-TDRE67W1/NS-TDRG67W1/NS-TDRE67W1 • Clean the lint screen before or after each load. • Keep the area around the exhaust opening and surrounding areas free from lint, dust, and dirt. • The interior of the dryer and exhaust duct should be cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel. • Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer. Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 12-Cycle Electric and Gas Dryers • Oxidation creates heat. If this heat cannot escape, the items can become hot enough to catch fire. Piling, stacking, or storing these kinds of items may prevent heat from escaping and can create a fire hazard. • Take care that children’s fingers are not caught in door when closing it. This may result in injury. • Gas leaks may occur in your system, resulting in a dangerous situation. • Gas leaks may not be detected by smell alone.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Back components Electric Dryer Wiring box Back venting hole Gas Dryer Power cord (gas dryer only) Gas inlet 8 www.insigniaproducts.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 12-Cycle Electric and Gas Dryers Control panel # 1 2 ITEM DESCRIPTION Cycle selector Turn to select the cycle for the type of load. The cycle you select determines the heat control for the cycle. The Normal, Heavy Duty, Towels, Casual, Delicates, and Sanitize cycles are Sensor Dry cycles. The Quick Dry, Time Dry (20M, 40M, 60M, 80M), and Air fluff cycles are Manual Dry cycles. For more information, see Dryer options and settings on page 37.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Unpacking your dryer WARNING: • Packing materials can be dangerous to children. Keep all packing materials (such as plastic bags and polystyrene) out of the reach of children. • Unpack your dryer and inspect it for shipping damage. Make sure that you have received all the items shown in Package contents on page 7. • To prevent personal injury or strain, wear protective gloves and use a furniture mover whenever lifting or carrying your dryer. 10 www.insigniaproducts.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 12-Cycle Electric and Gas Dryers Choosing a location WARNING Fire Hazard • Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualified installer. • Install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer’s instructions and local codes. • Do not install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic venting materials. If flexible metal (foil type) duct is installed, it must be of a specific type identified by the appliance manufacturer as suitable for use with clothes dryer.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS • Do not install or store your dryer in an area where it will be exposed to water or weather. Keep the dryer area clear of combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors and liquids. Your dryer produces combustible lint. Keep the area around the dryer lint-free. 41.7 in. (105.9 cm) 27 in. 68.6 cm 12 www.insigniaproducts.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 12-Cycle Electric and Gas Dryers 30.0 in. 76.3 cm 41.7 in. (105.9 cm) 49.2 in. 125.0 cm Installing side-by-side, or in an alcove, closet, or other recessed area WARNING: • You must exhaust your dryer to the outside to reduce the risk of fire when installed any place inside the house. • Do NOT install another fuel-burning appliance in the same closet as your dryer. • For information about how to select and install exhaust ducts, see Exhausting requirements on page 16. www.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installing in a closed cabinet Minimum clearances between your dryer and adjacent walls or other surfaces are: • Either side: 1 in. (2.5 cm) • Rear: 5 in. (12.7 cm) • Top: 24 in. (61 cm) • Front: 2 in. (5.1 cm) 1 in. (2.5 cm) 1 in. (2.5 cm) 27 in. (68.6 cm) 24.0 in. (61.0 cm) 2.0 in. (5.1 cm) 14 30.0 in. (76.3 cm) 5 in. (12.7 cm) www.insigniaproducts.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 12-Cycle Electric and Gas Dryers Note: The dryer can be installed in either the left or right side of the cabinet. 1.0 in. (2.5 cm) 1 in. (2.5 cm) 27.0 in. (68.6 cm) 1.0 in. (2.5 cm) 3 in. (7.6 cm) 482 in. (3102 cm) 242 in. (1552 cm) 3 in. (7.6 cm) www.insigniaproducts.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Exhausting requirements WARNING: • Do not exhaust your dryer into a chimney, a wall, a ceiling, an attic, a crawl space, or a concealed space in a building. • Your dryer must be exhausted to the outside to reduce the risk of fire when installed in an alcove or closet. WARNING: NEVER USE A PLASTIC OR NON-METAL FLEXIBLE DUCT • If your existing duct work is plastic, non-metal, or combustible, replace it with metal.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 12-Cycle Electric and Gas Dryers Duct requirements WARNING: You are responsible for correctly installing the exhaust system. • Use a 4-inch (10.2 cm) diameter rigid aluminum or rigid galvanized steel duct. Do not use a smaller duct. • Ducts larger than 4 inches (10.2 cm) in diameter can result in increased accumulation of lint and changes in performance. • Lint should be removed regularly (from the internal filter every cycle and from ducts).
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS For best results, the static pressure in any exhaust system should be between 0.3 to 0.8 inches of water column, and it cannot be less than 0 under any circumstances with an installed duct with a four inch diameter. Measurement must be done with the empty dryer working with a manometer at the point where the exhaust duct connects to the dryer. A no-heat setting should be used. Lint filter must be clean. WEATHER HOOD TYPES . (1 4 in 4 in . (1 0 .2 4 in cm) . (1 0 .2 0 .
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 12-Cycle Electric and Gas Dryers Electrical connections An individual branch (or separate) circuit serving only your dryer is recommended. DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD. Gas models - U.S. and Canada A 120-volt, 60Hz AC approved electrical service, with a 15 ampere fuse or circuit breaker is required. Electric models - U.S. only The dryers require a 120/240 volt, 60Hz AC approved electrical service.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Using a three-wire outlet If your outlet is a three-wire (three-prong) outlet, choose a three-wire power supply cord with ring or spade terminals and UL listed strain relief. The three-wire power supply cord must: • Be at least 4 ft. (1.2 m) long. • Have three 10-gauge solid copper wires. • Match a three-wire outlet of NEMA Type 10-30R. See Three-wire outlet - for electric dryers: on page 29 for instructions on how to connect a power cord to your dryer.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 12-Cycle Electric and Gas Dryers Gas ignition: Your dryer uses an automatic ignition system to ignite the burner. There is no constant burning pilot. COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Your dryer must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter. A “T” handle manual gas valve must be installed in the gas supply line to the installed dryer at the location of operation.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Changing the dryer vent location (optional) This dryer is shipped to vent from the back. It can also be configured to vent to the bottom or left side. BACK VIEW 3.6 in. (9.3 cm) 12.1 in. (30.8 cm) Tools you will need Adapter kits are standard components and can be purchased from any retailer. Phillips screwdriver Aluminum tape Gloves Materials you will need • 4 in. (10.2 cm) duct (rigid or UL-listed flexible metal) (not included) • 4 in. (10.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1 12-Cycle Electric and Gas Dryers Remove the two rear exhaust retaining screws, then pull out the exhaust duct. Retaining screw Rear exhaust duct 2 3 Press the tabs on the knockout, then carefully remove the knockout for the desired vent opening. Push the adapter duct onto the blower housing of the dryer. Adapter duct DRYER SIDE/BACK VIEW Knockout 4 5 6 Connect a 4 in. (10.2cm) elbow to the 4 in. (10.2cm) duct section, and secure all joints with aluminum tape.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Bottom venting TOP VIEW SIDE VIEW 4.5 in. (11.4 cm) 3.5 in. (9.3 cm) 1.5 in. (3.8 cm) 12.1 in. (30.8 cm) 1 Remove the two rear exhaust retaining screws, then pull out the exhaust duct. Retaining screw Rear exhaust duct 2 3 Press the tabs on the knockout, then carefully remove the knockout for the desired vent opening. Push the adapter duct onto the blower housing of the dryer. Adapter duct Knockout 4 5 24 DRYER SIDE/BACK VIEW Connect a 4 in. (10.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 6 12-Cycle Electric and Gas Dryers Attach aluminum tape to the back of the dryer to seal the original dryer vent hole. Aluminum tape Elbow Installing your dryer Important: We recommend that you use a qualified installer to install your dryer. Tools you will need Phillips screwdriver Pliers Level Pipe wrench Flat-head screwdriver Adjustable wrench that opens to 1" (2.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Step-by-step instructions Note: If a gas dryer is being installed, you will need to call a licensed professional to do the installation. Step 1: Make sure that the floor is a solid, level surface • Use a level to make sure that the floor where you are installing your dryer is level. This helps minimize vibration, noise, and unwanted movement. Notes: • If the front of the dryer is higher than the rear by more than one degree, it may take longer to dry small loads.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2 12-Cycle Electric and Gas Dryers Connect one end of the exhaust ducting to the venting hole on the back of your dryer, then use aluminum tape to secure the ducting to your dryer. The crimped ends of the duct sections must point away from your dryer. Use a 4 in. (10.2 cm) diameter rigid metal duct. Exhaust ducting 3 Back venting hole Connect the other end of the ducting to the exhaust hood, then tighten the duct strap to secure it in place.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2 Connect all the pipe joints and tighten with a wrench. Note: An additional fitting is required to connect the 3/4 in. (1.9 cm) female thread end of a flexible connector to the 3/8 in. (1 cm) male threaded end on the dryer. Use only new AGA or CSA certified gas supply line with SS flexible connectors. The National Fuel Gas Code requires that an accessible, approved manual gas shutoff valve be installed within 6 in. (15 cm) of your dryer.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 12-Cycle Electric and Gas Dryers Step 5: Connect the power cord (U.S. models only) Important: • Before you connect the power cord, review the electric requirements in Electric requirements on page 18. • Before testing or operating your dryer, make sure that your dryer is grounded. See Grounding requirements on page 21. • Determine whether your electric outlet is a three-wire or four-wire outlet. See Power outlet types on page 19.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Four-wire outlet - for electric dryers: Center terminal block screw Neutral grounding wire (white) Black wire External ground connector Red wire Neutral wire (white or center wire) Green or bare copper wire of the power cord 1 2 3 4 5 6 3/4" (1.9 cm) UL-listed strain relief Remove the center terminal block screw. Connect the ground wire (green or unwrapped) of the power cord to the external ground conductor screw.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 12-Cycle Electric and Gas Dryers Step 6: Level your dryer • If your dryer is not level, carefully tilt your dryer just enough to adjust the leveling feet on the bottom of your dryer. Extend the feet only as much as is necessary. If the feet are extended too much, your dryer may vibrate. Level Loosen Tighten Adjustable leg Step 7: Plug in your dryer Make sure that all exhaust and electrical connections are complete, then plug your dryer into the electrical outlet.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Reversing the dryer door 1 Make sure that the power cord is unplugged. 2 While supporting the door, remove the four hinge screws from the door, then lift the door to remove it and set the door aside. Remove two screws Remove two screws CAUTION: Be careful not to drop the door when removing the screws. Remove the screws for the locker cover on the right side of the dryer and the screws for the locker cover on the left side of the dryer.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 5 12-Cycle Electric and Gas Dryers Remove the 12 screws around the door. Outside door board Inside door board 6 7 Pull the inside door board from the outside door board. Rotate the outside door board 180°, then reassemble it with the inside door board with the screws you removed previously. www.insigniaproducts.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 8 Install the hinges onto the left side of the dryer. 9 Align the hinges on the door with the hinge screw holes on the front of your dryer, then secure the door with the four screws you previously removed. Install two screws Install two screws 34 www.insigniaproducts.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 12-Cycle Electric and Gas Dryers Using your dryer WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance. Drying a load of clothes Step 1: Turn on your dryer • Press the (power) to turn on your dryer. The Clean Filter indicator flashes 10 times when your dryer is powered on. Clean the filter before loading the dryer. Step 2: Load your dryer • Place only one wash load in your dryer at a time.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Step 4: Start your dryer 1 Press the (start/pause) button. The Drying indicator illuminates. 2 If you need to pause the cycle (for example to add or remove items or adjust the load), press the (start/pause) button, then open the door. Your dryer stops tumbling. When you are ready to start drying again, close the door, then press the (start/pause) button. Unloading your dryer 1 2 When the drying cycle is over, your dryer beeps six times and then turns off.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 12-Cycle Electric and Gas Dryers Dryer options and settings • Settings in bold are initial settings. The • (dot) indicates optional functions you can select. • For best results, follow the wet load size recommendations noted for each cycle: • Small load: Fill the dryer drum with three to four items, not more than 1/4 full. • Medium load: Fill the dryer drum up to about 1/2 full. • Large load: Fill the dryer drum up to about 3/4 full. Do not overload. Items need to tumble freely.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CYCLE 60 Min 80 Min Air Fluff 38 FABRIC TYPE TEMP DRYNESS High Med Low No Heat High Med Low No Heat No Heat www.insigniaproducts.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 12-Cycle Electric and Gas Dryers Special laundry tips ITEMS DRYING GUIDE Bedspreads and comforters • Follow the care label instructions or dry using the 60 Min or 80 Min cycle (Medium Temp). • Make sure that the item is thoroughly dry before using or storing. • During the drying cycle, you may need to reposition the item to make sure that it is completely dried. Blankets • Use the Normal cycle and dry only one blanket at a time for best tumbling action.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Fabric Care Chart Follow the cleaning and care labels on clothes and other fabrics.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Warning symbols for laundering 12-Cycle Electric and Gas Dryers Dry clean Do not wash Dry clean Do not wring Do not dry clean Do not bleach Line dry/Hang to dry Do not tumble dry Drip dry No steam (added to iron) Dry flat Do not iron Maintaining your dryer Cleaning the exterior • Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive substances. • Protect the surface from sharp objects. • Do not place any heavy or sharp objects or a detergent box on the dryer.
USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 4 5 6 After cleaning the exhaust hood, make sure that the flapper or louvers move freely. Reassemble the exhaust duct and hood, making sure that the joints are secure and sealed. Operate your dryer and make sure that the exhaust air is not obstructed in the vent and that there are no leaks in the system. Note: Check and clean the outside exhaust hood frequently to ensure a proper air flow.
USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS PROBLEM 12-Cycle Electric and Gas Dryers SOLUTION Dryer is noisy. • It is normal for your dryer to hum due to the high velocity of air moving through the dryer drum and exhaust system. • It is normal to hear the dryer gas valve or heating element cycle on and off during the drying cycle. • Check the load for objects, like coins, loose buttons, nails, or broken zippers. Remove these items. • Make sure that your dryer is level. Clothes are unevenly dried.
USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Understanding the error codes Your dryer is equipped with an automatic error-monitoring system to detect and diagnose problems at an early stage. When an error occurs, the dryer beeps for five seconds every 15 minutes. After 24 hours, the dryer turns off automatically. ERROR CODE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTIONS The Drying, Cooling, A control circuit board Contact authorized service and Wrinkle Care malfunction has personnel for help. DO NOT use (option) indicators occurred.
12-Cycle Electric and Gas Dryers ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Definitions: The Distributor* of Insignia branded products warrants to you, the original purchaser of this new Insignia-branded product (“Product”), that the Product shall be free of defects in the original manufacturer of the material or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of your purchase of the Product (“Warranty Period”).
NS-TDRE67W1/NS-TDRG67W1/NS-TDRE67W1-C • • • • • • • • Damage due to incorrect operation or maintenance Connection to an incorrect voltage or power supply Attempted repair by any person not authorized by Insignia to service the Product Products sold “as is” or “with all faults” Consumables, including but not limited to batteries (i.e. AA, AAA, C etc.
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