Maintenance
Before You Call for Service
You may save time and money by checking the following:
If the Washer:
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| Clean the screens in the water mixing valve and the filter |
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| Gas Dryers Only – Check to see if the gas valve in the dryer (behind the lower | ||
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| Check the exhaust duct to the outside to see if it is kinked, blocked or needs | ||
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| Is the load too small? Small loads may not tumble properly or dry evenly. | ||
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