Amana 40091502 - Manual (Page 10)

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Trouble Shooting
You may save time and money by checking items below before calling for service. List includes common concerns that
are not the result of defective workmanship or materials. If your question is not explained below, contact Amana
Consumer Affairs Department at 800-843-0304.
TOPIC POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
NOISE
Vibrating noise Dryer may not be resting firmly on floor Some vibration is normal. Adjust leveling legs so dryer
rests firmly on floor. See Installation Instructions for
leveling details.
Loose objects, such as coins or pins Stop dryer and check for loose objects. Remove loose
objects if possible. Thumping, rattling, or
clanking noise
Belt buckles, metal fasteners hitting drum Close zippers, buttons, and fasteners. Clothing with
buckles should be turned inside out.
Whirling sound As air moves through the dry, a whirling
sound may be noticed Normal
Pulsating sound When the drum rotates, it may create a
pulsating sound Normal
Clicking sound Many of the parts, such as the timer, click as
they operate Normal
OPERATION
Dryer does not run Electrical power cord may not be plugged in,
or connection may be loose Make sure plug from power cord fits tightly into wall outlet.
Fuse blown, circuit breaker tripped, or power
outage occurred Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Do NOT increase
fuse capacity. Call qualified electrician to correct circuit
overload problem. Call local utility company to correct
power outage.
Dryer door is not closed Push door closed.
Timer knob must be pushed in to restart
dryer If dryer door was opened during a cycle, the timer knob
must be pushed in to restart the cycle.
Dryer does not heat Dryer set to FLUFF/NO HEAT setting Reset FABRIC SELECTOR knob.
Damper on weather hood is stuck closed or
frozen Severely restricted airflow will cause dryer to stop heating.
Check weather hood and exhaust system for restrictions.
Gas supply is shut off (Gas Dryers Only) Check other gas appliances in house for gas supply.
APPEARANCE
Screen in back of drum
darkens Heat causes the metal to darken Normal. Will not affect performance.
Dryer drum becomes stained Fabric dyes that are not set can stain the
dryer drum Make a paste from powdered detergent and rub on stain.
Though you may not be able remove stain immediately, the
stain may fade and disappear over time.