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BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (cont.)
Problem Possible Causes
Drying time is not • Heat settings, load size, or
consistent dampness of 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.
The display shows:
• Water supply error.
ERROR
WATER SUPPLY ERROR.
FILL STEAM FEEDER
WITH FILTERED WATER.
SEE OWNERS MANUAL.
ADD WATER
0:08
EST. TIME
20%
REMAINING
REFRESH
MID
HIGH
HIGH
Water drips from
• This is normal.
nozzle when Steam
Cycle starts.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
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Solutions
• The drying time for a load will vary depending on the heat
setting, the type of heat used (electric, natural, 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.
• Separate heavy items from lightweight items. Larger and
heavier items take longer to dry.
• Heavy fabrics take longer to dry because they tend to
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.
• 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 produce high amounts of lint, it may be
necessary to clean the filter during the cycle.
• Confirm that the exhaust ductwork is properly configured
and free of debris, lint, and obstructions. Make sure that
outside wall dampers can open properly and are not
blocked, jammed, or damaged.
• Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. Do not increase
fuse capacity. If the problem is a circuit overload, have it
corrected by a qualified electrician.
• Divide larger loads into smaller loads for drying.
• If you are drying a very small load, add a few extra items to
ensure proper tumbling action.
• Overdrying a load of laundry can lead to wrinkled clothes. Try
a shorter drying time, and remove items while they still retain
a slight amount of moisture.
• Remove items from the dryer immediately at the end of the
cycle. Use the WRINKLE CARE option to continue tumbling
clothes at the end of the cycle, for up to 3 hours.
• To avoid shrinkage, please carefully follow the fabric
care 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 and/or the RACK DRY option.
• 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 work.
• Pump not working. Unplug dryer and call for service.
• This is steam condensation. The dripping water will
stop after a short time.