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Problem Possible Cause What To Do
Dryer won’t operate Control panel is asleep • This is normal. Press POWER, the
touch screen or any button to activate
the control panel.
Dryer is unplugged • Make sure cord is plugged securely into
a working outlet.
Controls are not set properly • Make sure the cycle was set correctly,
close the lid and press START.
Fuse is blown/circuit breaker • Check house circuit breakers/fuses.
is tripped Replace fuses or reset breaker.
NOTE: Electric dryers use two fuses
or breakers.
Electronics need to be reset • Unplug dryer, wait 2 minutes, plug
back in and press POWER.
START was not pressed after • Press START.
a cycle was set
Door was opened during • Close the door and reset cycle, to the
the dry cycle beginning if necessary. Press START.
Dryer is too cold • If the dryer has been exposed to
temperatures below freezing for an
extended period of time, allow it to
warm up before pressing POWER.
Otherwise, the display will not come on.
For a complete list of solutions to common dryer problems, use the
Troubleshooting Tips feature located by pressing the HELP button
while on the dryer Home Screen (see Using the Troubleshooter).
If your dryer will not operate, check the Problem Solver below:
The following are normal sounds you may hear:
Sound Description
Thumping noise when • If the dryer has not been used for an extended period of time, you may
drum rotates hear a thumping noise from temporary flat spots on the drum support
rollers. The noise will go away after use.
Normal
Operating
Sounds