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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (cont.)
Overdrying a load of laundry can cause a buildup of static elec-
tricity. Adjust settings and use a shorter drying time, or use SEN-
SOR DRY cycles. Select a "Less Dry" setting on Sensor Dry
cycles, if necessary.
Dryer will not turn on
Check if...
Then...
Power cord is not properly plugged in.
House fuse is blown, circuit breaker has tripped, or
power outage has occurred.
Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. Do not increase fuse capacity.
If the problem is a circuit overload, have it corrected by a qualified
electrician.
NOTE:
Due to the design of electric dryers, it is possible for a circuit
problems to allow an electric dryer to run without heat.
Dryer does not heat
Check if...
Then...
House fuse is blown, circuit breaker has tripped, or
power outage has occurred.
Gas supply or service turned off (gas models only).
Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. Do not increase fuse
capacity. If the problem is a circuit overload, have it corrected
by a qualified electrician.
Greasy or dirty spots on clothes
Check if...
Then...
Clean and dirty clothes being dried together.
Make sure to use your dryer to dry only clean items, because
dirty items can soil clean clothes placed in the same or sub-
sequent loads.
Clothes were not properly cleaned or rinsed
before placing them in the dryer.
Stains on dried clothes could be stains that weren’t
removed during the washing process. Make sure that clothes
are being completely cleaned or rinsed according to the
instructions for your washer and detergent. Some difficult
soils may require pre-treating prior to washing.
Confirm that the house gas shutoff and the dryer gas shutoff
valves are both fully open. Even if gas is not supplied the
dryer, it will run and no error codes will be displayed. Verify
that other gas appliances in the home are working normally.
Excess static in clothes after drying
Check if...
Then...
Fabric softener not used or used incorrectly.
Clothes dried too long (overdried).
Drying synthetics, permanent press,
or synthetic blends.
Use a fabric softener option, if equipped,
to reduce static electricity. Be sure to follow the
manufacturer’s instructions.
These fabrics are naturally more prone to static buildup.
Try using fabric softener, or use LESS DRY and/or shorter
TIMED DRY time settings.
Make sure that the plug is securely plugged into a ground-
ed outlet matching dryer’s rating plate.
CHECK VENT INDICATOR IS BLINKING *
Check if...
Then...
Ductwork is too long or has too many
turns/restrictions.
Partial blockage of the ductwork due to lint buildup
or other foreign object.
Install a shorter or straighter duct run. See the
Installation Instructions for details.
Ductwork should be checked/cleaned immediately. Dryer
can be used in this condition, but drying times will be longer
and energy consumption will be increased.
* This warning light is not a dryer failure and is snot cov-
ered by the dryer warranty. Contact a duct cleaning service
to set up an appointment to have your exhaust system
cleaned and inspected.
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