Avoid Service Checklist
OCCURRENCE
Before calling for service, review this list. It may save both time and expense. The list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this dryer.
POSSIBLE CAUSE | SOLUTION |
Dryer does not start. Electrical power cord is not securely plugged in or plug may be loose.
Make sure the plug fits tightly in wall outlet.
House fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped.
Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse.
Make sure electrical line is not overloaded and the dryer is on a separate circuit.
Thermal limiter tripped. | Call Sears or other qualified service dealer |
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Dryer runs but won't heat. There are 2 house fuses in the dryer circuit. | Replace fuse. |
If 1 of the 2 fuses is blown, the drum may |
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Gas supply valve is not open (gas models).
Check to make sure supply valve is open. See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for procedure.
Dryer does not have anough air supply to | See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. |
support the burner flame (gas models). |
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LP gas supply tank is empty or there has | Refill or replace tank. |
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(gas models). | Dryer should heat when utility service is restored. |
Drying cycle takes too long, Lint screen is clogged with lint. outside of the dryer feels too
hot or smells hot.
Make sure all lint has been removed from the dryer lint screen before starting each cycle.
Exhaust duct requirements have not been met.
Exhaust duct must be at least 4 inches in diameter and made of rigid or flexible metal.
When in place, the duct must have no more than two 90° bends and must not exceed length listed in
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.
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| Electric dryer is connected to a 208 volt | Drying time will be 20% longer than drying on a 240 volt |
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| Drying procedures have not been | See Drying Procedures. |
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| Outside exhaust hood or exhaust duct may | Clean out any obstruction. |
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| High humidity. | Use a dehumidifier near the dryer. |
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Excessive wrinkling. |
| Dryer is overloaded. | Do not overload. See Drying Procedures. |
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| Items left in dryer too long. | Remove items as soon as cycle ends. |
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| Insufficient sorting of items. | See Drying Procedures. |
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| Drying temperature too high. | Follow fabric care label instructions. |
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Scratching or chipping of the Foreign objects such as coins, pins, clips or
drum finish. | buttons are inside the dryer. |
| Permanently attached items such as belt |
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Always remove foreign objects from pockets before laundering. Remove objects from drum and restart dryer.
It may be necessary to baste a scrap of material securely around ornaments before drying to prevent scratching and damage to the dryer.
Drum damage caused by foreign objects or permanently attached items is not covered by the warranty.
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