TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid the cost of a service call...
Dryer will not run
Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped?
Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. There may be 2 household fuses or circuit breakers for the electric dryer. Check that both fuses are intact and tight, or that both circuit breakers have not tripped. If the problem continues, call an electrician.
is the correct power supply available?
Electric dryers require
Was a regular fuse used?
Use a
Is the 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 household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped?
The drum may be turning, but you may not have heat. Electric dryers use 2 household fuses or breakers. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician.
Unusualsounds
•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 "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.
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.
"AF" (dryer is experiencing a low airflow condition):
To clear the code, press STOP once and the estimated time remaining countdown will return to the display. "AF" will continue to appear with each cycle until the low airflow condition is resolved.
Try the following: Clean lint screen.
Check that the vent pipe from the dryer to the wall is clear.
Check at the outside of the home that the vent exhaust hood is not blocked.
Have your home venting run cleaned professionally.
If the problem continues, call for service. To contact Sears Service, call
"F" Variable (F1, F2, F20, etc.) service codes: Call for service. To contact Sears Service, call
Clothes are not drying satisfactorily, drying times are too long, or load is too hot
•Is the lint screen clogged with lint?
Lint screen should be cleaned before each load.
Fire Hazard
Use a heavy metal vent.
Do not use a plastic vent.
Do not use a metal 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
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