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TROUBLESHOOTING

NORMAL OPERATING SOUNDS

The following sounds are normal during the operation of the dryer.

Tumbling sound: This is normal as the heavy, wet clothes in the dryer are continuously being tossed around.

Air rushing noise: This happens as the dryer drum spins and the air is rushing through the dryer drum.

DRYER DOES NOT OPERATE

Check that the dryer is plugged in. The plug may have come loose.

Check that the electrical wall receptacle is of proper voltage. Electric dryers require a 240 volt power supply.

Check if the circuit breaker needs to be reset, or if the fuse needs to be replaced.

Check that the Cycle Select knob is in the “O ” position. Press the Start/Pause button again.

Check that the dryer door is Þrmly shut.

CLOTHES ARE NOT DRYING

Dryer may be overloaded. Wet clothes should not Þll more than ½ of the drum

 

volume.

Check the exhaust ducting and exhaust hood. The entire exhaust system should

 

be free of obstructions.

The exhaust system should be maintained, and cleaned regularly.

Dryer load may need to be sorted. Heavyweight clothes should be separated

 

from lightweight clothes.

Bulky items may require repositioning.

Check the lint screen. Lint screen should be cleaned before each load.

Check that the dryer is not set on the Air Flu (no heat) temperature setting.

For gas dryers, check that the gas supply line is open.

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Haier RDG350AW, RDE350AW Troubleshooting, Normal Operating Sounds, Dryer does not Operate, Clothes are not Drying