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TROUBLESHOOTING
Try these solutions to possibly avoid costs of a service call...
Dryer Operation
Dryer will not run:
nHas a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker
tripped? Electric dryers use 2 household fuses or circuit
breakers. Check that both fuses are intact and tight, and
breakers have not tripped. Replace fuse or reset circuit
breaker. If problem persists, call an electrician.
Dryer drum turns, but no heat:
nHas a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker
tripped? Electric dryers use 2 household fuses or circuit
breakers. Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. If problem
persists, call an electrician.
Dryer displaying code message:
n“PF” (power failure) Check the following: Was drying cycle
interrupted by power failure? Press and hold START to restart
dryer.
Try the following:
Check if a household fuse has blown or circuit breaker has
tripped. Electric dryers use two household fuses or breakers.
Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker.
Conrm power cord is properly installed. Refer to “Electrical
Connection” section for details.
Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and restart dryer.
If message persists, consult a qualied electrician.
nFor all models without a display window, if “WET”
indicator light is ashing and all other display/indicator
lights on control panel are off: Call for service.
n“F” Variable (F1E1, F2E2, F3E1, F3E2, F7E1, F3E6, F3E7)
service codes: Call for service.
Dryer Results
Clothes are not drying satisfactorily, drying times are
too long, or load is too hot:
nIs lint screen clogged with lint? Lint screen should be
cleaned before each load.
nIs exhaust vent or outside exhaust hood clogged with lint,
restricting air movement? Run dryer for 5-10 minutes. Hold
hand under outside exhaust hood to check air movement. If
you do not feel air movement, clean exhaust system of lint or
replace exhaust vent with heavy metal or exible metal vent.
nAre fabric softener sheets blocking grille? Use only one
fabric softener sheet, and use each only once.
nIs exhaust vent correct length? Check if exhaust vent is too
long or has too many turns. Long venting increases dry time.
nIs correct power supply available? Electric dryers require
240-volt power supply. Check with a qualied electrician.
nWas a regular fuse used? Use a time-delay fuse.
qCheck that dryer is level. See “Level Dryer”.
qRemove blue lm on console and any tape remaining on
dryer.
qWipe dryer drum interior thoroughly with a damp cloth to
remove any dust.
qRead “Dryer Use” in your Use and Care Guide.
qPlug into a grounded outlet.
qCheck that gas supply is on.
qCheck for leaks.
All Models:
qSelect a Timed Dry heated cycle, and start dryer. Do not
select Air Only Temperature setting.
If dryer will not start, check the following:
•Controlsaresetinarunningor“On”position.
•Startbuttonhasbeenpushedrmly.
•Dryerispluggedintoanoutletand/orelectricalsupplyis
connected.
•Householdfuseisintactandtight,orcircuitbreakerhasnot
tripped.
•Dryerdoorisclosed.
This dryer automatically runs an installation diagnostic routine
at the start of its rst cycle.
NOTE: You may notice an odor when dryer is rst heated. This
odor is common when heating element is rst used. The odor
will go away.
Electric Models Only:
Gas Models Only:
DOOR REVERSAL
If you prefer to reverse the door swing on your dryer:
nA door reversal kit, Part Number W10277499 is available
to order. For further information, see “Assistance or Service”
section in your Use and Care Guide, or to download
door reversal instructions on your computer, have your model
number ready, and go to www.whirlpool.com.