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Avoid Service
Checklist
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.
OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Dryer does not start. Electrical power cord isnot securely plugged Make sure the plug fits tightly in wall 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.
1of 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 isopen. SeeINSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONSfor procedure.
Dryer does not have anough air supply to SeeINSTALLATION 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 cycle takes too long, Lint screen is clogged with lint. Make sureall lint hasbeen removed from the dryer lint screen
outsideofthedryerfeelstoo before starting each cycle.
hot or smells hot.
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.
Clean out any obstruction,
Scratching or chipping of the
drum finish.
Exhaust duct requirements have not been
met.
Electric dryer isconnected 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.
Remove items as soon as cycle ends.
See Drying Procedures.
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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