Amana 40086001 - Manual (Page 11)

Trouble Shooting
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TOPIC
Drying
POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Long drying times Improper exhaust system Check Installation Instructions for length of proper exhaust
system. Only use 4" diameter rigid or semi-rigid duct.
Restricted airflow wilt cause dryer to stop heating. Check
weather hood and exhaust system for restrictions.
Overloading Dry one wash load at a time.
Sorting Separate heavy items from lightweight items.
Full lint filter Clean lint filter before each use.
Clothes too wet from washer Check that the washer had enough spin speed to extract
water. Clothes may need to be rearranged in the washer
and put through an additional spin cycle to extract enough
water before drying.
Lint Full lint filter Clean lint filter before each use.
Improper sorting Separate lint producers (cotton towels) from lint attracters
(synthetic fabrics).
Paper, tissues, or other items left in pockets Remove items from pockets before washing or drying.
Overloading Overloading reduces airflow so lint is not collected in filter.
Dry one wash load at a time.
Static Overdrying Adjust controls for shorter drying time. Use a fabric
softener.
No fabric softener was used Use a fabric softener.
Synthetic fabrics can cause static Use a fabric softener.
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