Common dryer problems

Before calling for service, check these:

q Is exhaust duct or outside exhaust hood clogged with lint?

Is the dryer door firmly closed?

Are the controls set in an ON position?

Did you firmly push the Start Button?

Is lint screen clogged with lint?

R!Is the power cord plugged in?

Have you blown a fuse or tripped a circuit breaker?

Electric dryers use 2 household fuses (or breakers). The drum may be turning but you may not have heat.

For gas dryers, are the valves open on the dryer and the supply line?

If you still have problems, see “Requesting Assistance or Service” on page 24.

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Contents

UseAndCare Call our toll-free Number 800-4477-6737Thank you for buying a ROPER@ appliance Please record your model’s information Your Safety Is important To us Dryer Safety Where It will be exposed UsingLine Dry-cleaning Solvents Other Install or store the dryer Exhaust Duct Should Other doors Parts and FeaturesAdditional features your dryer may have Stapinrr vnu~c dwmr Operating Your DryerBefore starting your dryer Drying guidelines Selecting the right cycle and settingStopping/restarting your dryer Damp Dry Cycle Cycle descriptions Automatic CyclesTimed Cycles No Heat/Fluff Cycle On some models End of cycle signal Delicates Drying cycles chartType of Load Automatic Cycle Canvas Shoes No Heat/Fluff cycle or line dryingType Load RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE Fabrics Rack DRY Using the drying rackAvailable as an option on some models Caring for Your Dryer Cleaning the lint screenEvery load cleaning As needed cleaning Cleaning the dryer interior To change drum light type Changing the drum light Lint Removing accumulated For more information, call our Consumer Assistance Center Drying tips Laundry TipsSorting clothes Choosing load sizes Saving energy Using dryer fabric softener sheets Drying Instructions Drying special-care itemsItems Napped items Problem Cause TroubleshootingCommon laundry problems Common dryer problems Se&ice Assistance Index Length of Warranty Dryer Warranty