Kenmore Washer/Dryer owner manual Problem Possible Cause Solution Dryer Will, Push to Start Dryer

Problem	Possible Cause	Solution
Dryer Will	Using a regular fuse.	Replace with a time-delay fuse.
Not Run	Dryer door not firmly closed.	Close dryer door tightly.
(cont'd)	PUSH TO START DRYER	Press PUSH TO START DRYER
	Button not firmly pressed.	Button again.
	Controls not set in an	Reset controls in an ON position.
	ON position.
Lint in Load	Lint screen is clogged.	Clean lint screen. Check for air
		movement.
	Improper sorting.	Sort lint givers from lint takers
		and by color.
	Load is too big or heavy.	Dry smaller loads so lint can be
		carried to the lint screen.
	Load is overdried.	Use correct dryer settings for fabric.
		Overdrying can cause lint-attracting
		static (see "OPERATION").

Paper or tissue in pockets.

Pilling being mistaken for lint.

Stains on Load Improper use of fabric softener in washer,

Drying soiled items.

Clean out pockets before drying.

Pilling (surface fuzz) is caused by normal wear and laundering.

Use fabric softener sheets in dryer. Add at beginning of cycle when load is cold.

Items need to be clean before being dried.

Items	Overdrying.	Match dryer settings to fabric type
Shrinking		(see "OPERATION").
	Poor garment quality.	Check quality of garment before
		purchasing.
	Manufacturer'scare label	Follow fabric care label instructions
	instructions not followed,	carefully.
Loads are	Overloading.	Dry smaller loads that can tumble freely.
Wrinkled	Overdrying.	Match dryer settings to fabric type
		(see "OPERATION").

	Load left in dryer at the
	end of cycle,
Odors	Household chemicals, paint,
	or varnish being drawn into
	dryer.

Remove load as soon as tumbling stops.

Do not use dryer while these chemical fumes are in the air.

	First use of dryer element	Will be gone after the first cycle.
	(electric only).
Unusual	Thumping of rollers when	Thump will go away after 5 minutes
Sounds	laundry center has set.	of drying.

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