Whirlpool WED97HEDW Use & Care Manual page 17

Troubleshooting
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If you experience
Dryer Results (cont.)
Odors Recent painting, staining, or
varnishing in the area where
your dryer is located.
Steam models only: For steam
cycles, the water is not properly
connected with the dryer.
Odors are left in garments after
wearing.
Load too hot Load removed before cooldown
portion of cycle complete.
Using Timed Dry cycle with a high
temperature setting.
Dryer Displaying Code Message or Cycle Status Indicator Lights Up
"PF" (power failure) The drying cycle has been
interrupted by a power failure.
"L2" Diagnostic Code There may be a problem with your
(low or no line voltage home power supply, keeping the
condition) dryer's heater from turning on.
"F# E#" (F1 E1, F3 The dryer is in need of service.
E1, etc.) variable
service codes
Check Vent indicator The lint screen or vent is clogged;
is lit the vent is crushed or kinked or
has too many turns.
"Loc" or "Lc" The Control Lock is enabled.
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Possible Causes
Ventilate the area. When the odors or fumes are gone from the area,
rewash and dry the clothing.
Make sure water is connected to the dryer. Check that water inlet hose
is connected to both the faucet and dryer's water inlet valve. Check
that the water supply is turned on.
Steam models only: To remove odors left in garments after wearing,
select Steam Refresh. This cycle is best for reducing wrinkles and
odors from dry loads consisting of wrinkle-free cotton, cotton-
polyester blends, common knits, and synthetics.
Allow the dryer to complete the cooldown portion of the cycle before
removing the load.
Select an Automatic Cycle with a lower heat setting to avoid overdrying
the load.
Touch and hold START to restart the dryer. NOTE: The Control Lock
function may be enabled when recovering from a power failure.
To unlock the control, touch and hold CONTROL LOCK for at
least 3 seconds.
The dryer will continue to run when this diagnostic code is present.
Touch any pad to clear the code from the display and return to the
estimated time remaining.
NOTE: This error will only show during the initial installation.
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 that the power cord is properly installed. Refer to the
Installation Instructions for details.
Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and restart the dryer.
If the message persists, consult a qualified electrician.
If a code beginning with an "F" appears in the display, alternating
between F# and E#, the dryer control has detected a problem that
requires service. Call for service.
The dryer will continue to run when this indicator is lit.
Try the following:
• Clean lint screen.
• Check to see if the vent run from the dryer to the wall is crushed
or kinked.
• Confirm that the vent run from the dryer to the wall is free of lint
and debris.
• Confirm that the exterior vent exhaust hood is free of lint and debris.
• Confirm that 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" in the Installaton Instructions for details.
• Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and restart the dryer.
• If the indicator remains lit, have your entire home venting run cleaned.
Touch and hold CONTROL LOCK for 3 seconds to unlock the controls
of the dryer. During this time the LED Display will count down 3-2-1.
When the Control Lock is disabled, the LED Display will clear.
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