Whirlpool W10529641A, W10529643A - SP manual Dryer Displaying Code Message or Indicator Is Lit

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If you experience

Possible Causes

Solution

Dryer Results (cont.)

Odors	Recent painting, staining, or	Ventilate the area. When the odors or fumes are gone from
	varnishing in the area where your	the area, rewash and dry the clothing.
	dryer is located.
	For steam cycles, the water is not	Make sure water is connected to the dryer. Check that water
	properly connected with the dryer.	inlet hose is connected to both the faucet and dryer’s water
		inlet valve. Check that the water supply is turned on.
	Odors are left in garments after	On some models: To remove odors left in garments after
	wearing.	wearing, select Steam Refresh. This cycle is best for reducing
		wrinkles and odors from dry loads consisting of wrinkle-free
		cotton, cotton-polyester blends, common knits, and synthetics.
Load too hot	Load removed before cooldown	Allow the dryer to complete the cooldown portion of the cycle
	portion of cycle complete.	before removing the load.
	Using Timed Dry cycle with a high	Select an Automatic Cycle with a lower heat setting to avoid
	temperature setting.	overdrying the load.
Dryer Displaying Code Message or Indicator Is Lit
“PF” (power failure)	The drying cycle has been	Touch and hold START to restart the dryer. NOTE: The Control
	interrupted by a power failure.	Lock function may be enabled when recovering from a power
		failure. To unlock the control, touch and hold CONTROL LOCK
		for at least 3 seconds.
“L2” Diagnostic Code	There may be a problem with your	The dryer will continue to run when this diagnostic code is
(low or no line voltage	home power supply, keeping the	present. Touch any pad to clear the code from the display
condition)	dryer’s heater from turning on.	and return to the estimated time remaining.
		NOTE: This error will only show during the initial installation.
		Try the following:
		Check to see if a household fuse has blown or circuit breaker
		has tripped. Electric dryers use two household fuses or
		breakers. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
		Confirm that the power cord is properly installed. Refer to
		the Installation Instructions for details.
		Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and restart the dryer.
		If the message persists, consult a qualified electrician.
“F# E#” (F1 E1, F3 E1, etc.)	The dryer is in need of service.	If a code beginning with an “F” appears in the display,
variable service codes.		alternating between F# and E#, the dryer control has
		detected a problem that requires service. Call for service.
Check Vent indicator is lit	The lint screen or vent is clogged;	The dryer will continue to run when this indicator is lit.
	the vent is crushed or kinked or	Try the following:
	has too many turns.	• Clean lint screen.
		• Check to see if the vent run from the dryer to the wall is
		crushed or kinked.
		• Confirm that the vent run from the dryer to the wall is free
		of lint and debris.
		• Confirm that the exterior vent exhaust hood is free of lint
		and debris.
		• Confirm that your vent system falls within the recommended
		run length and number of elbows for the type of vent you
		are using. Refer to “Plan Vent System” in the Installaton
		Instructions for details.
		• Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and restart the dryer.
		• If the indicator remains lit, have your entire home venting run
		cleaned.

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