Avoid Service 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
Dryer does not start. Electrical power cord is not securely plugged Make sure the plug fits tightly in wail outlet
in or plug may be loose,
House fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse
Make sure electrical line isnot overloaded and the dryer ison
a separate circuit
Thermal limiter tripped_ Call authorized service person for replacement
Dryer runs but won't heat. There are 2 house fuses in the dryer circuit If Replace fuse
1 of the 2 fuses is blown, the drum may turn
but the heater will not operate_
Gas supply valve is not open (gas models), Check to make sure supply valve is open, SeeINSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONSfor procedure
Dryer does not have anough air supply to See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
support the burner flame (gas models),
LPgassupplytank isemptyor there hasbeen Refill or replace tank
a utility interruption of natural gas (gas
models)_ Dryer should heat when utility service is restored
Drying cyde takes too long, Lint screen is dogged with lint, Make sure all lint hasbeen removed from the dryer lint screen
outsideofthedryerfeelstoo before starting each cycle
hot or smells hot.
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
Drying time will be 20% longer than drying on a 240 volt
circuit.
See Drying Procedures, page 4,
Clean out any obstruction,
Scratching or chipping of the
drum finish.
Electric dryer is con nected to a 208 volt circuit
Drying procedures have not been followed
Outside exhaust hood or exhaust duct may
be clogged or restricted
High humidity,
Excessive wrinkling, Dryer is overloaded_
Items left in dryer too long
Insufficient sorting of items
Drying temperature too high.
Foreign objects such as coins, pins, clips or
buttons are inside the dryer
Permanently attached items such as belt
buckles, zippers and fasteners may be hitting
the inside of the drum
Use a dehumidifier near the dryer,
Do not overload See Drying Procedures, page 4,
Remove items as soon as cycle ends
See Drying Procedures, page 4.
Follow fabric care label instructions_
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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