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Before Calling For Service (cont.)
Problem
Drying time is
• Heat settings, load size, or
not c onsistent
dampness of clothing is not
consistent.
Clothes take
• Load is not properly sorted.
too 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
• Clothes dried too long
wrinkled
(overdried).
• Clothes left in dryer too long
after cycle ends.
Clothes are
• Garment care instructions are
shrinking
not being followed.
• Water supply error.
indicator
light is on
during the
drying cycle
Water drips
• This is normal.
from nozzle
when Steam
Cycle starts
The display
• The duct work is about 90%-
shows "d90",
95% blocked.("d90" or "d95" error
"d95"
code displayed 2 hours only)
• House exhaust system blocked.
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Possible Causes
• The drying time for a load will vary depending on the heat
• Separate heavy items from lightweight items. Larger and
• Heavy fabrics take longer to dry because they tend to
• Use the appropriate control settings for the type of load
• Make sure the lint filter is cleaned before every load. With
• Confirm that the exhaust ductwork is properly configured
• Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. Do not increase
• Divide larger loads into smaller loads for drying.
• If you are drying a very small load, add a few extra items to
• Overdrying a load of laundry can lead to wrinkled clothes.
• Remove items from the dryer immediately at the end
• To avoid shrinkage, please carefully follow the fabric care
• 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
(3) Turn the dryer off then restart the Steam cycle.
• Do not use distilled water; the water level sensor in the
• The pump is not working. Unplug the dryer and call for
service.
• This is steam condensation. The dripping water will stop
after a short time.
• Do not use the dryer until the exhaust system has
• Check the outside dryer vent while the dryer is operating
• If the exhaust system is extremely long, have it repaired or
• Keep the area around the dryer clean and free of clutter.
• Check the vent hood for damage or lint clogging.
• Make sure the area around the vent hood is clear.
Solutions
setting, the type 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.
heavier items take longer to dry.
retain more moisture. To help reduce and maintain more
consistent drying times for large and heavy fabrics,
separate these items into smaller loads of a consistent size.
you are drying.
some loads that produce high amounts of lint, it may be
necessary to clean the filter during the cycle.
and free of debris, lint, and obstructions. Make sure that
outside wall dampers can open properly and are not
blocked, jammed, or damaged.
fuse capacity. If the problem is a circuit overload, have it
corrected by a qualified electrician.
ensure proper tumbling action.
Try a shorter drying time, and remove items while they
still retain a slight amount of moisture.
of the cycle. Use the WRINKLE CARE option to continue
tumbling clothes at the end of the cycle, for up to 3 hours.
instructions for 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.
fully closed.
steam generator will not work.
been cleaned and/or repaired. Using the dryer with a
severely restricted exhaust is dangerous and could result
in a fire or other property damage.
to make sure there is strong airflow.
rerouted.
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