Vacation and Moving Care
For direct-wired dryers:
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.Clean lint screen. See “Cleaning the Lint Screen.”
Moving care
For power supply cord-connected dryers:
1.Unplug the power supply cord.
2.Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.
3.Use masking tape to secure dryer door.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before servicing.
Replace all parts and panels before operating.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
1.Disconnect power.
2.Disconnect wiring.
3.Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.
4.Use masking tape to secure dryer door.
TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid the cost of a service call...
Dryer Operation
Dryer will not run
■Has a fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped?
There may be 2 fuses or circuit breakers for the dryer. Check that both fuses are intact and tight, or that both circuit breakers have not tripped. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. 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 Power button firmly pressed? Press and hold for 1 second.
No heat
■Has a fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped?
The drum may be turning, but you may not have heat. Electric dryers use 2 fuses or circuit breakers. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician.
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 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.
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