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Problem
Drying time is not
• Heat settings, load size, or dampness of
consistent
clothing is not consistent.
Clothes take too
• Load is not properly sorted.
long to dry
• Large load of heavy fabrics.
• Dryer controls are not set properly.
• Lint filter needs to be cleaned.
• Exhaust ducts blocked, dirty, or duct run is
too long.
• House fuse is blown, circuit breaker has
tripped, or power outage has occurred.
• Dryer is overloaded.
• Dryer is underloaded.
Clothes are wrinkled
• Clothes dried too long (overdried).
• Clothes left in dryer too long after cycle
ends.
Clothes are shrinking
• Garment care instructions are not being
followed.
indicator light is
• Water supply error.
on during the drying
cycle
Water drips from
• This is normal.
nozzle when Steam
Cycle starts
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Possible Causes
• The drying time for a load will vary depending on the heat setting, the type
• Separate heavy items from lightweight items. Larger and heavier items take
• Heavy fabrics take longer to dry because they tend to retain more moisture.
• Use the appropriate control settings for the type of load you are drying.
• Make sure the lint filter is cleaned before every load. With some loads that
• Confirm that the exhaust ductwork is properly configured and free of debris,
• Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. Do not increase fuse capacity. If the
• Divide larger loads into smaller loads for drying.
• If you are drying a very small load, add a few extra items to ensure proper
• Overdrying a load of laundry can lead to wrinkled clothes. Try a shorter drying
• Remove items from the dryer immediately at the end of the cycle. Use the
• To avoid shrinkage, please carefully follow the fabric care instructions for
• Check steam feeder drawer:
(1) Make sure steam feeder is filled with water to MAX line.
(2) Make sure steam feeder is seated properly and drawer is fully closed.
(3) Turn the dryer off then restart the Steam cycle.
• Do not use distilled water; the water level sensor in steam generator will not
• Pump not working. Unplug dryer and call for service.
• This is steam condensation. The dripping water will stop after a short time.
of heat used (electric, natural gas, or LP gas), the size of the load, the type of
fabrics, the wetness of the clothes, and the condition of the exhaust ducts and
lint filter.
longer to dry.
To help reduce and maintain more consistent drying times for large and heavy
fabrics, separate these items into smaller loads of a consistent size.
produce high amounts of lint, it may be necessary to clean the filter during the
cycle.
lint, and obstructions. Make sure that outside wall dampers can open properly
and are not blocked, jammed, or damaged.
problem is a circuit overload, have it corrected by a qualified electrician.
tumbling action.
time, and remove items while they still retain a slight amount of moisture.
WRINKLE CARE option to continue tumbling clothes at the end of the cycle, for
up to 3 hours.
your garment, because some fabrics will naturally shrink when washed. Other
fabrics can be washed but will shrink when dried in a dryer. Use a low or no
heat setting.
work.
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