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OCCURRENCE

OCCURRENCE

OCCURRENCE

OCCURRENCE

OCCURRENCE

POSSIBLE CAUSE

POSSIBLE CAUSE

POSSIBLE CAUSE

POSSIBLE CAUSE

POSSIBLE CAUSE

SOLUTION

SOLUTION

SOLUTION

SOLUTION

SOLUTION

Make sure the plug fits tightly in wall outlet.

Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse.

Make sure electrical line is not overloaded and the dryer
is on a separate circuit.

Call authorized service person for replacement.

Replace fuse.

Check to make sure supply valve is open. See
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for procedure.

See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.

Refill or replace tank.

Dryer should heat when utility service is restored.

Make sure all lint has been removed from the dryer lint
screen before starting each cycle.

Exhaust duct must be at least 4 inches in diameter and
made of rigid or flexible metal.

When in place, the duct must have no more than two
90° bends and must not exceed length listed in
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.

Drying time will be 20% longer than drying on a 240 volt
circuit.

See

 Drying Procedures

, page 10.

Clean out any obstruction.

Use a dehumidifier near the dryer.

Do not overload. See 

Drying Procedures

, page 10.

Remove items as soon as cycle ends.

See 

Drying Procedures

, page 10.

Follow fabric care label instructions.

Dryer does not start.

Dryer runs but won't
heat.

Drying cycle takes too
long, outside of the dryer
feels too hot or smells
hot.

Excessive wrinkling.

Electrical power cord is not securely
plugged in or plug may be loose.

House fuse blown or circuit breaker
tripped.

Thermal limiter tripped.

There are 2 house fuses in the dryer
circuit. If 1 of the 2 fuses is blown, the
drum may turn but the heater will not
operate.

Gas supply valve is not open (gas models).

Dryer does not have enough air supply to
support the burner flame (gas models).

LP gas supply tank is empty or there has
been a utility interruption of natural gas
(gas models).

Lint screen is clogged with lint.

Exhaust duct requirements have not been
met.

Electric dryer is connected to a 208 volt
circuit.

Drying procedures have not been
followed.

Outside exhaust hood or exhaust duct
may be clogged or restricted.

High humidity.

Dryer is overloaded.

Items left in dryer too long.

Insufficient sorting of items.

Drying temperature too high.

DRYER

DRYER

DRYER

DRYER

DRYER

Summary of Contents for 134126300B

Page 1: ...uctions 2 4 Washing Procedures 5 7 Stain Removal 7 8 Common Washing Problems 9 Drying Procedures 10 Features 11 Common Drying Problems 11 Care and Cleaning 12 Avoid Service Checklist 13 15 Warranty 16 Laundry Center Owner s Guide P N 134126300B 0407 ...

Page 2: ...agsorclothingontopofthelaundrycenter These substances give off vapors that could ignite the materials Do not add gasoline cleaning solvents or other flammable or explosivesubstancestothewashwater Thesesubstancesgiveoffvaporsthatcould ignite or explode Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE If ...

Page 3: ... labels Before the laundry center is removed from service or discarded remove the washer lid and dryer door to prevent accidental entrapment Failuretocomplywiththesewarningscouldresultinseriouspersonal injuries Prevent Injury To prevent shock hazard and assure stability during operation the laundry center must be installed and electrically grounded by a qualified service person in accordance with ...

Page 4: ...ector knob and allow the tub to coast to a complete stop before reaching inside To prevent injury do not reach into the dryer if the drum is moving Wait until the dryer has stopped completely before reaching into the drum Athermallimiterswitchautomaticallyturnsoffthedryermotorinthe unlikely event of an overheated situation electric dryers only A service technician must replace the thermal limiter ...

Page 5: ...e pins decorative buttons belt buckles and other objects which could be damaged This also helps protect other items in the wash load Mend rips and tears to prevent further damage during washing Placedelicateitemssuchasbras shoulderpads hosiery andbeltsinamesh bag to prevent tangling during the wash cycle Turn knit items inside out to prevent pilling 3 Pretreat stains and heavy soil See Stain Remov...

Page 6: ... stop and restart washer during a spin when using the fabric softener dispenser For models with a removable dispenser see picture below to the left 1 Attachfabricsoftenerdispensertotopofagitatorbypressingdowngently 2 Add softener to the dispenser following fabric softener label directions 3 Add water to bring liquid level to top of the peg in the center of the cup 4 Remove the dispenser from the a...

Page 7: ...with the basic warnings listed below Read and comply with all instructions on stain removal products Keep products in their original labeled containers and out of children s reach Thoroughly wash any utensil used Do not combine stain removal products especially ammonia and chlorine bleach Dangerous fumes may result Never wash items which have been previously cleaned in washed in soaked in or spott...

Page 8: ...est water safe for fabric For heavy stains and tar apply nonflammable dry cleaning fluid to back of stain Replace towels under stain frequently Rinse thoroughly Wash using hottest water safe for fabric Some inks may be impossible to remove Washing may set some inks Use prewash stain remover denatured alcohol or nonflammable dry cleaning fluid Wash with chlorine bleach if safe for fabric Or soak in...

Page 9: ...f chlorine bleach Unfastened zippers hooks buckles Rips tears and broken threads Overloading the washer Degradation of fabric Incorrect sorting Tissues left in pocket Overloading the washer Not enough detergent Undissolved detergent has left residue Static cling is attracting lint Load washed too long Pilling is normal with synthetic and permanent press fabrics This is due to abrasion from normal ...

Page 10: ...heaverageloadwillfillthedrum1 3to1 2full Itemsneedroomtotumble freely for even drying and less wrinkling Do not overload dryer Whendryinglargeitems dryonly2or3atatime Fillouttheloadwithsmall and medium sized items For delicate or very small loads add 2 lint free towels for better drying less wrinkling and to prevent grease stains caused by fabric softener sheets Donotoverdryitems Overdryingcancaus...

Page 11: ...eat Use lint brush or roller to remove lint Use a lint brush or shaver to remove pills Irreversible condition Reduce load size and tumble at medium or low heat for 5 10 minutes Remove items immediately Hang or fold SOLUTIONS SOLUTIONS SOLUTIONS SOLUTIONS SOLUTIONS Add a few bath towels to small loads for proper tumbling Some silk like fabrics should be air dried Use proper drying temperature Place...

Page 12: ...r drying times The screen is located at the bottom ofthedooropening Removebypullingstraightup Removethelintandreplace the screen Occasionallyawaxybuild upmayformonthelintscreenfromusingdryer added fabric softener sheets To remove this build up wash the lint screen in warm soapy water Dry thoroughly and replace Do not operate the dryer without the lint screen in place Ifthedryerdrumbecomesstainedfr...

Page 13: ...authorized servicer To prevent unnecessary noise and damage to tub fasten fasteners and turn items inside out Do not overload washer Stop washer and reduce load This is usually normal If sound continues washer is probably out of balance Stop washer and redistribute wash load Move laundry center so it rests firmly on solid floor Additional floor bracing may be needed Adjust leveling legs See INSTAL...

Page 14: ... Straighten hoses Select higher water level load size Do not overload washer When control is set at highest fill level dry load level should not be higher than top row of circular holes in wash tub Measure hot water temperature at nearby faucet with candy or meat thermometer Water temperature should be at least 130 F 70 C Adjust water heater as necessary Avoid using hot water elsewhere before or d...

Page 15: ...ny obstruction Use a dehumidifier near the dryer Do not overload See Drying Procedures page 10 Remove items as soon as cycle ends See Drying Procedures page 10 Follow fabric care label instructions Dryer does not start Dryer runs but won t heat Drying cycle takes too long outside of the dryer feels too hot or smells hot Excessive wrinkling Electrical power cord is not securely plugged in or plug m...

Page 16: ...ement parts only for the remainder of the original warranty WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO a Transportationdamage b Supply and replacement of porcelain fuses glass and light bulbs c Partsandservicesuppliedorobtainedfromotherthan ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS PARTS AND SERVICE or ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS PARTS AND SERVICE authorized depots d Damage or failure as the result of abuse improper or commercial us...

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