Kenmore Washer/Dryer - Manual (Page 64)

Problem Possible Cause Solution
Dryer Will Using a regular fuse. Replace with a time-delay fuse.
Not Run
(cont’d)
Dryer door not firmly closed. Close dryer door tightly.
PUSH TO START DRYER
Button not firmly pressed. Press PUSH TO START DRYER
Button again.
Controls not set in an
ON position. Reset controls in an ON position.
Lint in Load Lint screen is clogged. Ciean lint screen. Check tor air
movement.
improper sorting. Sort lint givers from lint takers
and by color.
Load is too big or heavy. Dry smaller loads so lint can be
carried to the lint screen.
Load is overdried. Use correct dryer settings for fabric.
Overdrying can cause lint-attracting
static (see “OPERATION”).
Paper or tissue in pockets. Clean out pockets before drying.
Pilling being mistaken for lint. Pilling (surface fuzz) is caused by
normal wear and laundering.
Stains on Load Improper use of fabric softener
in washer.
Use fabric softener sheets in dryer. Add
at beginning of cycle when load is cold.
Drying soiled items. Items need to be clean before
being dried.
Items
Shrinking Overdrying. Match dryer settings to fabric type
(see “OPERATION”).
Poor garment quality. Check quality of garment before
purchasing.
Manufacturer’s care label
instructions not followed. Follow fabric care label instructions
carefully.
Loads are Overloading. Dry smaller loads that can tumble freely.
Wrinkled
Overdrying. Match dryer settings to fabric type
(see “OPERATION”).
Load left in dryer at the
end of cycle. Remove load as soon as tumbling
stops.
Odors Household chemicals, paint,
or varnish being drawn into
dryer.
Do not use dryer while these chemical
fumes are in the air.
First use of dryer element
(electric only).
Will be gone after the first cycle.
Unusual
Eiounds Thumping of rollers when
laundr/ center has set. Thump will go away after 5 minutes
of drying.
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