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TROUBLESHOOTING
If you experience Possible Causes Solution
Dryer Operation
Dryer will not run Door not closed completely. Make sure the dryer door is closed completely.
Household fuse is blown or circuit
breaker has 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 fuses or reset the circuit
breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician.
Incorrect power supply. Electric dryers require 120-volt power supply. Check with
a qualied electrician.
Wrong type of fuse. Use a time-delay fuse.
Timer does not noticeably
advance
Dryer set to Timed or Air Dry. The timer moves slowly and continuously in the Timed and Air Dry
cycles.
Dryer set to Auto Dry. The timer moves only when the clothing is mostly dry. See “How
Auto Moisture Sensing Works” in “Using Your Dryer.”
Unusual Noise
Thumping noise Dryer hasn’t been used in a while. This is normal. The thumping sound should diminish after a few
minutes of use.
Rattling or vibrating noise A small object is caught between
the edges of dryer drum.
Check the front and rear edges of the drum for small objects.
Clean out pockets before laundering.
Dryer isn’t properly leveled. The dryer may vibrate if not properly installed. Check the
levelness of the dryer. All four casters should be in rm contact
with the oor.
Clothing is balled up in dryer. When balled up, the load will bounce, causing the dryer
to vibrate. Separate the load items and restart the dryer.
First try the solutions suggested here for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call.
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