Removing Accumulated Lint
From Inside the Dryer Cabinet
Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending on dryer usage. Cleaning should be done by a qualified person.
From the Exhaust Vent
Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending on dryer usage.
Vacation and MovingCare
Vacation care
Operate your dryer only when you are at home. If you will be on vacation or not using your dryer for an extended period of time, you should:
1.Unplug dryer or disconnect power.
2.Close shutoff valve in gas supply line.
3.Wash lint screen.
Moving care
1.Unplug the power supply cord.
2.Close shutoff valve in gas supply line.
3.Disconnect gas supply line pipe and remove fittings attached to dryer pipe.
4.Cap the open fuel supply line.
5.Use masking tape to secure dryer door and lint screen door.
TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid the cost of a service call...
Dryer Operation
Dryer will not run
■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
■Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped?
Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician.
■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 at least 1 second.
No heat
■Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped?
The drum may be turning, but you may not have heat. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician.
■Is the valve open on the gas supply line?
Unusual sounds
■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 it a gas dryer?
The gas valve clicking is a normal operating sound.
■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 the Installation Instructions.
■“PF” (power failure), check the following:
Was the drying cycle interrupted by a power failure? Press and hold START to restart the dryer.
■“E” Variable (E1, E2, E3) service codes: Call for service.
Dryer Results
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.
WARNING
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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