Amana W10233410A, Use And Care Manual

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Vacation and Moving Care
Vacation care
Operate your dryer only when you are at home. If you will be on
vacation or not using your dryer for an extended period of time,
you should:
1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.
2. Clean lint screen. See “Cleaning the Lint Screen.”
Moving care
For power supply cor d -connecte d d ryers:
1. Unplug the power supply cord.
2. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.
3. Use masking tape to secure dryer door.
For d irect-wire d d ryers:
WARNING
Electrical S hock Hazard
Disconnect power before servicin g .
Replace all parts and panels before operatin g .
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
1. Disconnect power.
2. Disconnect wiring.
3. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.
4. Use masking tape to secure dryer door.
Changing the Drum Light
The dryer light automatically turns on inside the dryer drum when
you open the door.
To change the d rum light
1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.
2. Open the dryer door. Locate the light bulb cover on the back
wall of the dryer. Remove the screw located in the lower right
corner of the cover. Remove the cover.
3. Turn bulb counterclockwise. Replace the bulb with a 10-watt
appliance bulb only. Replace the cover and secure with the
screw.
4. Plug in dryer or reconnect power.
TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggeste d here an d possi b ly avoi d the cost of a service call...
Dryer Operation
Dryer will not run
■ Has a fuse b lown, or has a circuit b reaker trippe d ?
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 availa b le?
Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. Check with a
qualified electrician.
■ Was a regular fuse use d ?
Use a time-delay fuse.
■
Is the d ryer d oor firmly close d ?
■ Was the Power b utton presse d ?
■
Was the Start b utton firmly presse d ?
Press and hold for 1 second.
No heat
■ Has a fuse b lown, or has a circuit b reaker trippe d ?
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 soun d s
■
Has the d ryer ha d a perio d of non-use?
If the dryer hasn’t been used for a while, there may be a
thumping sound during the first few minutes of operation.
■ Is a coin, b utton, or paper clip caught b etween the d rum
an d front or rear of the d ryer?
Check the front and rear edges of the drum for small objects.
Clean out pockets before laundering.
■ Are the four legs installe d , an d is the d ryer level front to
b ack an d si d e to si d e?
The dryer may vibrate if not properly installed. See the
Installation Instructions.