TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid the cost of a service call...
Dryer will not run |
|
| Clothes | are | not | drying satisfactorily, | drying times are too |
|
|
| long, or | load is | too hot |
| |
Has a fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker | tripped? |
|
|
|
|
| |
There may be 2 fuses or circuit breakers for the | dryer. Check | • Is the | lint | screen clogged with lint? |
| ||
to make sure both fuses are intact and tight, | or | that both | Lint screen | should be cleaned before each load. | |||
circuit breakers have not tripped. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If a problem continues, call an electrician.
msthe correct power supply available?
Electric dryers require 240 volt power supply. Check with a qualified electrician.
Was a regular fuse used?
Use a
msthe dryer door firmly closed?
Was the Start button firmly pressed?
Large loads may require pressing and holding the Start button for
No heat
Has a fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped?
The drum may be turning, but you may not have heat. Electric dryers use 2 fuses or circuit breakers. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If a problem continues, call an electrician.
Unusual sounds
•Has the dryer had a period of non-use?
If the dryer hasn't been used for a while, there may be a thumping sound during the first few minutes of operation.
Is a coin, button, or paper clip caught between the drum and front or rear of the dryer?
Check the front and rear edges of the drum for small objects. Clean out pockets before laundering.
Are the four legs installed, and is the dryer level front to back and side to side?
The dryer may vibrate if not properly installed. See the Installation Instructions.
•is the clothing knotted or balled up?
When balled up, the load will bounce, causing the dryer to vibrate. Separate the load items and restart the dryer.
Fire Hazard
Use a heavy meta_ vent.
Do not use a plastic vent.
Do not use a meta_ foil vent.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire.
•Is the exhaust vent or outside exhaust hood clogged with lint, restricting air movement?
Run the dryer for
•Are fabric softener sheets blocking the grille?
Use only one fabric softener sheet, and use it only once.
•Is the exhaust vent the correct length?
Check that the exhaust vent is not too long or has too many turns. Long venting will increase drying times. See "Plan Vent System" in the Installation Instructions.
•Is the exhaust vent diameter the correct size? Use 4" (10.2 cm) diameter vent material.
Dryer displaying code message
•"PF" (power failure), check the following:
Was the drying cycle interrupted by a power failure? Press and hold START to restart the dryer.
•E Variable (El, E2, E3) service codes:
Call for service.
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer.
P(ace dryer at least 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor for a garage installation.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
Is the dryer located in a room with temperature below 45°F (7°C)?
Proper operation of dryer cycles requires temperatures above 45°F (7°C).
27