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Question posted by katiejody on May 21st, 2013

Dryer Trips Circuit

after running for about 15 min the circuit breaks and i have to reset the breaker

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Answer #1: Posted by zalabantu on May 21st, 2013 2:26 PM

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Owners Manual - Page 1

...safety messages will tell you how to reduce the chance of Contents DRYER SAFETY 1 CONTROL PANEL 4 CYCLE GUIDE 5 DRYER USE 6 DRYER CARE 7 TROUBLESHOOTING 8 WARRANTY 11 ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Back Cover ... manual and on the model and serial number label, located at the top inside dryer door well. Dealer name Serial number Address Phone number Model number Purchase date Table ...

Owners Manual - Page 2

IMPORTANT: The gas installation must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54. The dryer must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70. 2

Owners Manual - Page 3

...load. ■■ Use the shortest length of this manual must be sure to efficiently dry laundry. do if you cannot reach your gas supplier, call your gas supplier from a neighbor's ... exhaust hood. ■■ Remove lint from the front the dryer. 3 For more than four 90° elbows in this or any electrical switch; Do not use a plastic vent. Proper venting will be...

Owners Manual - Page 4

... every few minutes. On some models) The WRINKLE PREVENT features will run after your drying cycle is included in your dryer model. On other models, you may be set to On. Cycle...PREFERRED, which is fixed. On other models, the End of time the feature runs. It periodically starts and stops the dryer, tumbling the load without heat to Off. 4 Temperature Control (on some ...

Owners Manual - Page 5

... on fabric type, load size, and dryness setting. Rubber, plastic, heat No-heat drying. The load is the last step in the dryer too long. High or Low Will run the dryer for items that uses heat. Depending on model, temperature may feel slightly damp. High Casual, shirts, pants, Gives the best drying...

Owners Manual - Page 6

... space for temperature suggestions. To find out whether your dryer. Reset cycle to the following table. 4. Turn the Cycle...dryer Open the dryer door or turn the Cycle Control knob to an Off area when the dryer is part of fire, electric...N/A Time 60 min. 60 min. 90 min. 6 Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be removed for your dryer, wipe the dryer drum with a ...

Owners Manual - Page 7

...dryer interior. This includes clearing piles of laundry in the door of clean cloths or towels to remove residue buildup. 4. Pull the lint screen toward you have a gas dryer, close shutoff valve in dryer.... at home. See "Cleaning the Lint Screen." 7 IMPORTANT: ■■ Do not run the dryer with hot water. 5. Do not rinse or wash screen to remove lint. The lint ...

Owners Manual - Page 8

... website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) to possibly avoid the cost of non-use? Electric dryers use 2 household fuses or circuit breakers. Clean out pockets before operating. Move the dial past OFF. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. Use masking tape to secure dryer door. Remove the cover. Disconnect power. 2. Use masking tape to secure...

Owners Manual - Page 9

... been selected? Select the right cycle for 5-10 minutes. Failure to dry quickly? Level the dryer. Increasing or decreasing the dryness level will increase drying times. The timer moves only when the ... ■■ Is the exhaust vent or outside exhaust hood to tumble freely. Run the dryer for the types of the dryer requires 5" (127 mm). If you do so can result in back or other ...

Owners Manual - Page 10

...the load removed from the area, rewash, and dry the clothing. ■■ Is the electric dryer being used for the first time? Loads are caused by dyes in the load and shut off...swing or hamper door Drying rack - The new electric heating element may feel very warm. 10 The odor will not transfer to finish before removing laundry from the dryer before Cool Down may have an odor. These...

Installation Instructions - Page 1

...System 13 Install Leveling Legs 13 Level Dryer 13 Connect Vent 13 Reverse Door Swing (Optional 14 Complete Installation 15 SÉCURITÉ DE LA ...Electrical Requirements - DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of Contents / Table des matières DRYER SAFETY 1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2 Tools and Parts 2 Location Requirements 2 Electrical Requirements - Canada 5 Electrical...

Installation Instructions - Page 2

... not level. See "Electrical Requirements." ■ A sturdy floor to support the total weight (dryer and load) of the Dryer User Instructions. Do not operate your dryer at least 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor for proper exhaust installation. See "Venting Requirements." ■ A separate 30-amp circuit. ■ If you purchased your local building inspector...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

... the top and bottom of the door are required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is your dealer. ■ Special provisions must be made in mobile homes to introduce outside air into the dryer. Recommended spacing should be considered on the sides and rear. The National Electric Code requires a 4-wire supply connection for this...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

... and UL listed strain relief. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will be run with clothes dryers. grounding conductor can result in a location where grounding through the neutral conductors. If the dryer is installed in a risk of electric shock by direct wire: Power supply cable must be : ■ Flexible armored cable or...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

...an equipmentgrounding conductor and a grounding plug. WARNING: Improper connection of the line. The cord is 5 ft (1.52 m) in the Dryer User Instructions. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is within reach of electric shock. For further information, please reference the service numbers located in length. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 5 GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS ■ For a grounded...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

...screw the removable conduit connector onto the strain relief threads. Electrical Connection Options If your type of electrical connection: 4-wire (recommended) 3-wire (if 4-wire is ...cm) 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R) A fused disconnect or circuit breaker box* A UL listed, 120/240-volt minimum, 30-amp, dryer power supply cord* 4-wire connection: Direct Wire 3-wire connection: Power supply...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

...electrical connections. Cut 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) from external ground conductor screw. Remove neutral ground wire from 3 remaining wires. Center silver-colored terminal block screw C. Neutral ground wire 4. Insert tab of extra length so dryer... can be moved if needed. You have 5 ft (1.52 m) of terminal block cover into a hook shape. (2.15" cm) D...

Installation Instructions - Page 9

...(green or bare) of the terminal block. Ground wire (green or bare) of dryer rear panel. You have completed your electrical connections. Neutral (white or center wire) E A A. Neutral ground wire B. You... strain relief 3. Connect the other power supply cable wires under the screw of extra length so dryer can be moved if needed. Insert tab of terminal block cover into a hook shape. 1"...

Installation Instructions - Page 10

...5. Now go to neutral wire. 1. External ground conductor screw B. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. B C D Optional 3-wire connection Use for direct wire or power supply cord where local codes do.... Center silver-colored terminal block screw D. You have completed your electrical connections. Grounding path determined by a qualified electrician 3.

Installation Instructions - Page 15

... circuit breaker has not tripped. ■ Dryer door is level. If you do not feel heat, cancel cycle and close the door. If there is still no heat, contact a qualified technician. When the dryer has been running or "On" position. ■ Start button has been pushed firmly. ■ Dryer is plugged into an outlet and/or electrical supply...

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