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Solving operating problems
Pressing POWER does not turn the dryer on
Is the electrical cord plugged in? If not plug the cord in.
If there is a switch, is it switched on?
Could your household power supply be at fault? (If your plug is suitable, try plugging another electrical appliance into the same outlet).
Check your house circuit breakers and fuses. If they are at fault contact an electrician.
Dryer does not heat
Is the dryer set to the AIR DRY cycle?
Is the gas turned on? (Gas/LPG dryers only).
Has the dryer progressed to COOLING. (Check the Display Screen).
If the problem persists call for service.
Clothes are still wet/damp
Is the dryer set on DAMP?
Try selecting a higher dryness level.
Is the drum warm? If not, is the dryer set to the AIR DRY cycle?
If you have a gas dryer, is the gas turned on? Is your LPG bottle empty?
Try drying similar weight clothes together.
If the problem persists call for service.
Pressing START/PAUSE does not start the dryer
Is the lid open? Shut the lid and press START/PAUSE.
Is there a fault displayed on the display screen? Refer to page 57, – Before you call for service.
Dryer is taking a long time to dry
Is the lint bucket full? If so empty it to improve performance.
Is the airflow system free from obstruction?
If you have a gas dryer, is the gas turned on? Is your LPG bottle empty?
Has the dryer been vented correctly? Is the venting distance too great?
Is the machine
Have heavyweight items been separated from lightweight items?
Are the clothes very wet when they are removed from the washing machine? Increase your washer’s spin speed.
Are you using the AIR DRY cycle?
Dryer keeps stopping and starting
Your dryer has a reverse action tumble. When it changes direction it will pause momentarily and will start again in the opposite direction, this is normal.
Has WRINKLE FREE been selected?
