Troubleshooting - Whirlpool W10388775A Installation Instructions Manual

Whirlpool clothes dryer user manual
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4. Install the two hinges to the front panel of the dryer using
4 screws. Use the non-slotted side to attach the hinge
to the front panel.
5. Install screws in top hinge holes in the door. Do not tighten
screws. Leave approximately 1/4" (5 mm) of screw exposed
6. Hang door by placing screw heads into top slotted holes of
hinges and slide door down. Align bottom screw holes in hinge
and door. Install two bottom screws. Tighten all hinge screws.
7. Close door to engage door strike.

TROUBLESHOOTINg

DRYER oPERATion
Dryer will not run
.
Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker
tripped?
There may be two household 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 a 240-volt power supply. Check
with a qualified electrician.
Was a regular fuse used?
Use a time-delay fuse.
no heat
Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker
tripped?
The drum may be turning, but you may not have heat. Elelctric
dryers use two household fuses or circuit breakers.Replace
the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem
continues, call an electrician.
Dryer displaying code message
"PF" (power failure), check the following:
Was the drying cycle interrupted by a power failure?
Press and hold START/PAUSE to restart the dryer.
"l2" Diagnostic Code (low or no line voltage condition):
The drum will turn, but there may be a problem with your
home power supply keeping the dryer's heater from turning
on. The dryer will continue to run when this diagnostic code
is present.
Press any key to clear the code from the display and return
to the estimated time remaining.
Try the following:
Check to see if a household fuse has blown or circuit breaker
has tripped. Electric dryers use two household fuses or
breakers. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
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.
"AF" (low airflow condition):
The dryer will continue to run when this diagnostic code is
present. Press any key to clear the code from the display and
return to the estimated time remaining.
Try the following:
Clean lint screen.
Check to see if 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.
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