Whirlpool LDR3822P Owners Manual - Page 13

Troubleshooting First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/product_help In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call. If you experience Possible Causes Solution Dryer Operation Dryer will not run Door not closed completely. Make sure the dryer door is closed completely. Press and hold the START button 2-5 seconds. Press and hold the START button 2-5 seconds. Household fuse is blown or circuit breaker has tripped. There should be a household fuse or circuit breaker for the dryer. Check that the fuse is intact and tight, or that the circuit breaker has not tripped. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician. Incorrect power supply. Electric dryers require 120 V power supply. Check with a qualified electrician. Wrong type of fuse. Use a time-delay fuse. Timer does not noticeably advance Dryer set to Timed or Air Dry. Dryer set to Normal Dry. The timer moves slowly and continuously for the time setting. The timer moves only when the clothing is mostly dry. See "Normal Cycle." Unusual Noise Thumping noise Dryer hasn't been used in a while. This is normal. The thumping sound should diminish after a few minutes of use. Rattling or vibrating noise A small object caught between the edges of dryer drum. Check the front and rear edges of the drum for small objects. Clean out pockets before laundering. Dryer isn't properly leveled. The dryer may vibrate if not properly installed. Check the levelness of the dryer. All four feet should be in firm contact with the floor. Clothing is balled up in dryer. When balled up, the load will bounce, causing the dryer to vibrate. Separate the load items and restart the dryer. WARNING 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. Dryer Results NOTE: The compact dryer operates at a lower wattage. Expect longer drying times. Clothes are not drying satisfactorily or drying times are too long Lint screen is clogged with lint. The exhaust vent or outside exhaust hood is clogged with lint, restricting air movement. Clean lint screen before each load. 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." 13