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Before Calling For Service
Your dryer is equipped with an automatic error-monitoring system to detect and diagnose problems at an early
stage. If your dryer does not function properly or does not function at all, check the following before you call for
service.
Problem Possible Causes
Solutions
Dryer will not
turn on
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plugged in.
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breaker has tripped, or power
outage has occurred.
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grounded outlet matching the dryer’s rating plate.
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fuse capacity. If the problem is a circuit overload, have it
corrected by a qualified electrician.
Dryer does
not heat
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breaker has tripped, or power
outage has occurred.
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(gas models only).
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fuse capacity. If the problem is a circuit overload, have it
corrected by a qualified electrician.
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shutoff are both fully open.
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spots
on clothes
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dried together.
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fabric softener.
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because dirty items can soil clean clothes placed in the
same or subsequent loads.
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removed during the washing process.
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according to the instructions for your washer and
detergent.
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Lint on clothes
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some loads that produce high amounts of lint, it may be
necessary to clean the filter during the cycle.
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towel) and should be dried separately from clothes that
are lint trappers (i.e., a pair of black linen pants).
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clothes.
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clothes after
drying
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incorrectly.
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(overdried).
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press, or synthetic blends.
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Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static
unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric
softener or product.
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electricity. Adjust settings and use a shorter drying time,
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softener.
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