Use and Care Guide
TROUBLESHOOTING
CHECK THESE SOLUTIONS IF YOUR DRYER...
solutions listed below before making a service call. This will help you save
time and money.
Problem Solution
• After cleaning the exhaust hood, check that the flapper or louvers
move freely.
• Reassemble the exhaust duct and hood, checking that the joints are
secure and sealed.
• Operate the dryer and verify that the exhaust air is not obstructed in
the vent and that there are no leaks in the system.
• The outside exhaust hood should be cleaned more frequently to ensure
proper operation.
The unit
doesn’t start.
• Make sure the door is latched shut.
• Be sure the power cord is plugged into a live
electrical outlet.
• Check the home’s circuit breaker and fuses.
• Press the Start/Pause button again if the door is
opened during the cycle.
The unit
doesn’t heat.
• Check the home’s circuit breaker and fuses.
• Select a heat setting other than Air fluff and check
that the Temp selection is not on “No heat”.
• On a gas dryer, check that the gas supply is on.
• Clean the lint filter and exhaust duct.
• Dryer may have moved into the cool-down process
of the cycle.
Doesn’t dry.
• Check all of the above, plus...
• Be sure the exhaust hood outside the home can
open and close freely.
• Check exhaust system for lint buildup. Ducting
should be inspected and cleaned annually.
• Use a 4" rigid metal exhaust duct.
• Do not overload. 1 wash load = 1 dry load.
• Sort heavy items from lightweight items.
• Large, bulky items like blankets or comforters may
require repositioning to ensure even drying.
• Load may be too small to tumble properly. Add a
few towels.
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Dryer Care
Troubleshooting
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