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TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) to possibly avoid the cost of a service call...
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Dryer Operation
Dryer will not run
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Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped?
There may be 2 household 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.
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Is the correct power supply available?
Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. Check with a qualified electrician.
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Was a regular fuse used?
Use a time-delay fuse.
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Is the dryer door firmly closed?
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Was the Start button firmly pressed?
Large loads may require pressing and holding the Start button for 2-5 seconds.
No heat
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Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped?
The drum may be turning, but you may not have heat. Electric dryers use 2 household
fuses or circuit breakers. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem
continues, call an electrician.
Unusual sounds
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Has the dryer had a period 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.
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Is a coin, button or paper clip caught between the drum and front or rear of the dryer?
Check the front and rear edges of the drum for small objects. Clean out pockets before
laundering.
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Are the four legs installed, and is the dryer level front to back and side to side?
The dryer may vibrate if not properly installed. See the Installation Instructions.
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Is the clothing knotted or balled up?
When balled up, the load will bounce, causing the dryer to vibrate. Separate the load
items and restart the dryer.
Dryer displaying code message
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“PF” (power failure), check the following:
Was the drying cycle interrupted by a power failure?
Press and hold START to restart the dryer.
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“F” Variable (F1, F2, F20, etc.) service codes:
Call for service.
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“L2” Diagnostic Code (low or no line voltage condition):
The drum will turn, but there may be a problem with your home power supply keeping
the dryer's heater from turning on. The dryer will continue to run when this diagnostic
code is present. Press any key to clear the code from the display and return to the
estimated time remaining.
Try the following:
Check to see if a household fuse has blown or circuit breaker has tripped. Electric dryers
use two household fuses or breakers. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
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Confirm the power cord is properly installed. Refer to “Electrical
Connection” for details.
Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and restart the dryer.
If the message persists, consult a qualified electrician.
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“AF” (low airflow condition):
The dryer will continue to run when this diagnostic code is present. Press any key to clear
the code from the display and return to the estimated time remaining.
Try the following:
Clean lint screen.
Check to see if the vent run from the dryer to the wall is crushed or kinked.
Confirm the vent run from the dryer to the wall is free of lint and debris.
Confirm the exterior vent exhaust hood is free of lint and debris.
Confirm your vent system falls withing the recommended run length and number of
elbows for the type of vent you are using. Refer to “Plan Vent System” for details.
Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and restart the dryer.
If the message persists, have your entire home venting run cleaned.
