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Dryer Operation
Dryer will not run
■ Has a fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped?
There may be 2 fuses or circuit breakers for the dryer.
Check that both fuses are intact and tight, or that both circuit
breakers have not tripped. Replace the fuse or reset the
circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician.
■ Is the correct power supply available?
Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. Check with a
qual
ified electrician.
■ Was a regular fuse used?
Use a time-delay fuse.
■ Is the dryer door firmly closed?
■ Was the Start button firmly pressed?
Large loads may require pressing and holding the Start
bu
tton for 2-5 seconds.
No heat
■ Has a fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped?
The drum may be turning, but you may
not have heat. Electric
dryers use 2 fuses or circuit breakers. Replace the fuse or
reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an
electrician.
Unusual sounds
■ Has the dryer had a period of non-use?
If the dryer hasn’t been used for a while, there may be a
thum
ping sound during the first few minutes of operation.
■ Is a coin, button, or paper clip caught between the drum
and front or rear of the dryer?
Check the front and rear edges of the drum for small objects.
Clean out pockets
before laundering.
■ Are the four legs installed, and is the dryer level front to
back and side to side?
The dryer may vibrate if not properly installed. See the
Installation Instructions.
■ Is the clothing knotted or balled up?
When balled up, the load will bounce, causing the dryer to
vibrate.
Separate the load items and restart the dryer.
Dryer displaying code message
■ “PF” (power failure), check the following:
Was the drying cycle interrupted by a power failure?
Press and hold START to restart the dryer.
■ “L2” Diagnostic Code (low or no line voltage condition):
The drum will turn, but there may be a problem with your
home power
supply keeping the dryer’s heater from turning
on. The dryer will continue to run when this diagnostic code is
present. Press any key to clear the code from the display and
return to the estimated time remaining.
Try the following:
Check to see if a household fuse has blown or circuit breaker
has
tripped. Electric dryers use two household fuses or
breakers. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
Confirm the power cord is properly in
stalled. Refer to
“Electrical Connection” section for details.
Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and restart the dryer.
If the message persists, consult a qualified electrician.
■ “AF” (low airflow condition):
The dryer will continue to run when
this diagnostic code is
present. Press any key to clear the code from the display and
return to the estimated time remaining.
Try the following:
Clean lint screen.
Check to see if the vent run from the dryer to the wall is
c
rushed or kinked.
Confirm the vent run from the dryer to the wall is free of lint
and debris.
Confirm the exterior vent exhaust hood is free of lint and
debris.
Confirm your vent system falls within
the recommended run
length and number of elbows for the type of vent you are
using. Refer to “Plan Vent System” for details.
Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and restart the dryer.
If the message persists, have your entire home venting run
cleaned.
■ “F” Variable (F1, F2, F20) service codes:
Call for service.
Dryer Results
Clothes are not drying satisfactorily, drying times are too
long, or load is too hot
■ Is the lint screen clogged with lint?
Lint screen should be cleaned before each load.
WARNING
Fire Hazard
Use a heavy metal vent.
Do not use a plastic vent.
Do not use a metal foil vent.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death
or re.