Electrolux EIED55HIW Complete Owner's Guide (English) - Page 21

Solutions to Common Problems 21 Service Prevention Checklist Before calling for service, review this list. It may save both time and expense. The list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this dryer. OCCURRENCE Dryer does not start. POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Electrical power cord is not securely plugged Make sure the plug fits tightly in wall outlet. in or plug may be loose. House fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped. Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. Make sure electrical line is not overloaded and the dryer is on a separate circuit. Thermal limiter tripped. Call authorized service person for replacement. LCD displays DEMO MODE. Dryer runs but won't heat. Dryer has been programmed to temporarily perform a repeating demo cycle. To return to the factory default settings, press and hold the temperature and dryness buttons at the same for 5 seconds. There are 2 house fuses in the dryer circuit. If 1 Replace fuse. of the 2 fuses is blown, the drum may turn but the heater will not operate. (electric models) Gas supply valve is not open (gas models). Check to make sure supply valve is open. See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for procedure. Dryer does not have enough air supply to support the burner flame (gas models). See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. Drying cycle takes too long, outside of the dryer feels too hot or smells hot. LP gas supply tank is empty or there has been a utility interruption of natural gas (gas models). Lint filter is clogged with lint. Exhaust duct requirements have not been met. Refill or replace tank. Dryer should heat when utility service is restored. Make sure all lint has been removed from the dryer lint filter before starting each cycle. Exhaust duct must be at least 4 inches in diameter and made of rigid or semi-rigid metal. Electric dryer is connected to a 208 volt circuit. Drying procedures have not been followed. When in place, the duct must have no more than two 90° bends and must not exceed length listed in INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. Drying time will be 20% longer than drying on a 240 volt circuit. See "Operating Instructions." Outside exhaust hood or exhaust duct may be clogged or restricted. Clean out any obstruction. High humidity. Use a dehumidifier near the dryer.