Kenmore 8674 Use and Care Guide - Page 28

TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid the cost of a service call... Dryer will not run • Has a fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped? There may be 2 fuses or circuit breakers for the dryer. Check that both fuses are intact and tight, or that both circuit breakers have not tripped. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician. • Is the correct power supply available? Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. Check with a qualified electrician. • Was a regular fuse used? Use a time-delay fuse. • Is the dryer door firmly closed? If the top of the door does not latch when you push the start button, the control will beep 3 times. Open door, reclose firmly and start the dryer. • Was the Start button firmly pressed? Large loads may require pressing and holding the Start button for 2-5 seconds. No heat • Has a fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped? The drum may be turning, but you may not have heat. Electric dryers use 2 fuses or circuit breakers. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician. Confirm the power cord is properly installed. Refer to "Electrical Connection" for details. Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and restart the dryer. If the message persists, consult a qualified electrician. The dryer will continue to run when this diagnostic code is present. Press any key to clear the code from the display. The Estimated Time Remaining will return on the display. "AF" Diagnostic Code. The dryer vent may be crushed or blocked. Check the following: Check to see if the vent run from the dryer to the wall is crushed. Confirm the vent run from the dryer to the wall is free of lint and debris. Confirm the exterior vent exhaust hood is free of lint and debris. Confirm your vent system falls within the recommended run length and number of elbows for the type of vent you are using. Refer to "Plan Vent System" for details. Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and restart the dryer. If the message persists, have your entire home venting run cleaned. The dryer will continue to run when this diagnostic code is present. Press any key to clear the code from the display. The Estimated Time Remaining will return on the display. Unusual sounds • Has the dryer had a period of non-use? If the dryer hasn't been used for a while, there may be a thumping sound during the first few minutes of operation. • Is a coin, button, or paper clip caught between the drum and front or rear of the dryer? Check the front and rear edges of the drum for small objects. Clean out pockets before laundering. • Are the four legs installed, and is the dryer level front to back and side to side? The dryer may vibrate if not properly installed. See the Installation Instructions. • Is the clothing knotted or balled up? When balled up, the load will bounce, causing the dryer to vibrate. Separate the load items and restart the dryer. Dryer displaying code message • "PF" (power failure), check the following: Was the drying cycle interrupted by a power failure? Press and hold START to restart the dryer. • "F" Variable (F1, F2, F20) service codes: Call for service. "L2" Diagnostic Code. The drum will turn, but there may be a problem with your home power supply keeping the dryer's heater from turning on. Check the following: Check to see if a household fuse has blown or circuit breaker has tripped. Electric dryers use two household fuses or circuit breakers. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. 28 Clothes are not drying satisfactorily, drying times are too long, or load is too hot • Is the lint screen clogged with lint? Lint screen should be cleaned before each load. Fire Hazard Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use a plastic vent. Do not use a metal foil vent. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire. Is the exhaust vent or outside exhaust hood clogged with lint, restricting air movement? Run the dryer for 5-10 minutes. Hold your hand under the outside exhaust hood to check air movement. If you do not feel air movement, clean exhaust system of lint or replace exhaust vent with heavy metal or flexible metal vent. See "Venting Requirements."