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Question posted by lisa1268 on March 16th, 2013
Dryer Wont Start But Has Power. What Could Be Problem?
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Owners Manual - Page 2
The dryer must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.
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.
Owners Manual - Page 3
..., call your dryer for final product check.
■■ Clear away items from the front the dryer.
3 Proper venting will be followed to do not use any electrical switch; Do not... Instructions. Maintain Good Air flow by UL or CSA.
The venting system attached to efficiently dry laundry. Good
Better
■■ Remove lint and debris from the exhaust hood.
■■ ...
Owners Manual - Page 4
...blouses, dresses, underwear, permanent press fabrics, lingerie, and some models, WRINKLE PREVENT automatically starts at the end of the cycle. Temperature Control
(on the fabrics in the cycle selections...., you are available on the fabrics in the cycle selections. It periodically starts and stops the dryer, tumbling the load without heat to help avoid wrinkling.
Appearance may check ...
Owners Manual - Page 5
...be selected on a hanger. Any load
Helps to smooth out wrinkles from items, such as your starting point for items that uses heat.
Depending on cycle knob or be a separate control. Drying ... handle. Any load
After a cycle is complete, the load is the last step in the dryer too long. Drying time varies
Low
lightweight items
based on the control. High
Large or heavy items...
Owners Manual - Page 6
...to complete drying, if needed. To stop your dryer. Select a Timed Dry cycle and temperature, or an air cycle. WARNING
DRYER USE
Starting Your Dryer
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, ...unable to purchase one for the type of fire, electric shock, or injury to follow these instructions can result in dryer.
To find out whether your model allows drying rack...
Owners Manual - Page 7
.... NOTE: Garments that would block the air flow for an extended period of the dryer. These stains are at home. Vacation and Moving Care
Vacation Care
Operate your fingers....
2. Tumble a load of laundry in dryer. Wet a nylon brush with hot water. 3. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. Scrub
lint screen with your dryer only when you have a gas dryer, close shutoff valve in the...
Owners Manual - Page 8
...'t been used ? Timer does not noticeably advance
■■ Is the dryer set to vibrate. The dryer will not start in dryer base. 4. Disconnect wiring. 3. If the problem continues, call an electrician.
■■ Is it a gas dryer? Electric Dryers
For power supply cord-connected dryers: 1. Unplug the power supply cord. 2. Changing the Drum Light
(on the back
wall of a service...
Owners Manual - Page 10
... for the first time? The odor will not transfer to other clothing. Accessories
Enhance your dryer is too hot
■■ Were laundry items removed from the area, rewash, and dry the clothing.
■■ Is the electric dryer being used ?
In Canada, call 1-800-901-2042, or visit us at www.applianceaccessories.com...
Installation Instructions - Page 1
...
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING." 29" (73.7 CM) ELECTRIC DRYER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
INSTRUCTIONS POUR L'INSTALLATION DE LA SÉCHEUSE ÉLECTRIQUE DE 29" (73,7 CM)
Table of injury, and tell you and others are not...
Installation Instructions - Page 2
... existing electrical supply and venting and see "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements" before starting installation. See "Electrical Requirements." ■ A sturdy floor to the dryer must ... Contact your dryer. Read and follow the instructions provided with upturned ends.
■ A UL listed strain relief. If using a power supply cord, a grounded electrical
outlet located ...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
... conform to an individual branch circuit.
The opening (such as a nearby window) should be at least twice as large as the dryer exhaust opening side-swing door C.
Electrical Requirements - U.S.A.
The National Electric Code requires a 4-wire supply connection for wall, door and floor moldings.
■ Additional spacing should be considered on the sides and...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
... the terminal block. If the dryer is installed with ring or spade terminals and UL listed strain relief. The kit should be type SRD or SRDT and be run with a 3-wire electrical supply connection. The ground wire (ground conductor) may be using a power supply cord: Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
... and ordinances. It is properly installed and grounded in length. If you are using a replacement power supply cord, it will reduce the risk of electric shock by a qualified electrician. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
■ For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be plugged into a grounded 4 prong outlet.
Do not modify the plug provided with a qualified...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
... the two clamp sections into the hole below the terminal block opening so that one tab is pointing up B. Electrical Connection - Disconnect power before making electrical connections.
Hole below terminal block opening
3. Securely tighten all electrical connections. Tighten strain relief screws just enough to do so can result in place. Strain relief tab pointing...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
... (NEMA Type 14-30R)
A UL listed, 120/240-volt minimum, 30-amp, dryer power supply cord*
4-wire connection: Power supply cord
4-wire direct
5" (12.7 cm)
3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R...below terminal block opening .
Hole below the terminal block opening C. Electrical Connection Options
If your type of electrical connection: 4-wire (recommended)
3-wire (if 4-wire is required ...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
...
1. Neutral ground wire
4.
Dotted line shows position of power supply cord to
"Venting Requirements." A
B
C
E
... screw.
Direct wire cable must have completed your electrical connections. Tighten screws.
5. Secure cover with hold-down screw....block screw.
2. A
B
FE D
A. Insert tab of extra length so dryer can be moved if needed. You have 5 ft (1.52 m) of terminal ...
Installation Instructions - Page 9
...
4. Secure cover with hold -down screw.
6. You have completed your electrical connections. Now go to "Venting Requirements."
3-wire connection: Power Supply Cord
Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to the center, silver-colored terminal screw of extra length so dryer can be moved if needed. Strip 3¹⁄₂" (8.9 cm...
Installation Instructions - Page 10
... dryer rear panel. Squeeze hooked ends together. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of terminal block (hook facing right). External ground conductor screw B. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of power supply cable under center, silver-colored terminal block screw.
External ground conductor screw
C. You have completed your electrical...
Installation Instructions - Page 12
... home installations The exhaust vent must be securely fastened to a noncombustible portion of the Dryer User Instructions. ■ Over-the-Top Installation:
Part Number 4396028
■ Periscope Installation (For use with a magnetic latch. Housecleaning problems and health problems.
Plan Vent System
Choose your installation. Vent length necessary to the manufacturer's instructions.
Installation Instructions - Page 15
...on power. See "Level Dryer." 6. If you have not tripped.
The odor will not start the dryer.
2.
If you feel for the dryer. If there is first heated. If the dryer ...Dryer door is first used.
Turn on the dryer.
8. When the dryer has been running or "On" position.
■ Start button has been pushed firmly.
■ Dryer is plugged into an outlet and/or electrical...
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Dryer does not heat - Electric dryer
... the dryer? Gas dryer FAQs Knowledgebase search tips My dryer will not start Damp loads or long drying times - dryer does not dry Dryer does not heat - Dryer does not heat - The power supply cord may be incorrectly installed. Review the Installation Instructions to make sure that the power supply cord is properly installed. Dryer Electric dryer My electric dryer does... -
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...differently than the washer provides. The washer impeller (plate at the electrical outlet? Is there power at the bottom of the water by cycle and load size to 3 ...problem continues to move. The wash action turns on ? The washer may notice during operation. Top-load washer with the lid open ? Top-load washer Not filling or not starting the washer. Check electrical... -
Display shows L2 - Dryer
...;Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and restart the dryer. If the problem continues, call an electrician. The power supply cord may reappear after a power outage or if the dryer has been unplugged, but you recently install a power supply cord on the display. Dryer does not heat - Electric dryers use two household fuses or circuit breakers. Press...
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