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Avoid Service
Checklist
Before catling forservice, reviewthis 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 dwer.
OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Dryer does not start. Electrical power cord is not securely, Make sure the plug fits tightly in wall outlet
plugged in or plug may be loose
House fuse blown or circuit breaker Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse_
tripped,
Make sure electrical line is not overloaded and the
dryer is on a separate circuit
Thermal limiter tripped, Call authorized service person for replacement,
Dryerrunsbutwon'theat. There are 2 house fuses in the dryer Replace fuse.
circuit If 1 of the 2 fuses is blown, the
drum may turn but the heater will not
operate
Gas supply valve is not open (gas Check to make sure supply valve is open_ See
models) INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for procedure_
Dryer does not have anough air supply See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
to support the burner flame (gas models)_
LP gas supply tank is empty or there has Refill or replace tank.
been 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 sure all lint has been removed from the dryer lint
outsideofthedryerfeelstoo screen 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
Electric dryer is connected to a 208 volt Drying time will be 20% longer than drying on a 240
circuit_ volt circuit
Drying procedures have not been See Drying Procedures, page 5,
followed
Outside exhaust hood or exhaust duct Clean out any obstruction,
may be clogged or restricted
High humidity Use a dehumidifier near the dryer
Excessive wrinkling. Dryer is overloaded. Do not overload. See Drying Procedures, page 5,
Items left in dryer too long, Remove items as soon as cycle ends.
Insufficient sorting of items. See Drying Procedures, page 5.
Drying temperature too high Follow fabric care label instructions_
Scratching or chipping of the
drum finish,
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,
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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