Samsung DC68-02312A-04 - Manual (Page 26)

E-1 SAMSUNG Dryer Owner’s Instructions
Troubleshooting
CHECK THESE POINTS IF YOUR DRYER...
doesn’t run.
• Be sure the door is latched shut.
• Be sure the power cord is plugged into a live electrical outlet.
• Check the home’s circuit breaker and fuses.
• Press the Cycle Selector dial again if the door is opened during the cycle.
doesn’t heat.
• Check the home’s circuit breaker and fuses.
• Select a heat setting other than Air Fluff.
• On a gas dryer, check that the gas supply is on.
• Clean the lint filter and exhaust duct.
• Dryer may have moved into the cool-down phase of the cycle.
doesn’t dry.
• Check all of the above, plus...
• Be sure the exhaust hood outside the home can open and close freely.
• Check exhaust system for lint buildup. Ducting should be inspected and
cleaned annually.
• Use 4” rigid metal exhaust duct.
• Do not overload. 1 wash load = 1 dryer load.
• Sort heavy items from lightweight items.
• Large, bulky items like blankets or comforters may require repositioning to
ensure even drying.
• Check that the washer is draining properly to extract adequate water from
the load.
• Load may be too small to tumble properly. Add a few towels.
is noisy.
• Check the load for objects such as coins, loose buttons, nails, etc. Remove
promptly.
• It is normal to hear the dryer gas valve or heating element cycle on and off
during the drying cycle.
• Be sure the dryer is leveled properly as outlined in the installation
instruction.
• It is normal for the dryer to hum from the high velocity of air moving
through the dryer drum and exhaust system.