Electrolux EIGD55H Technical & Service Manual page 82

Troubleshooting
The following troubleshooting chart involves common concerns that are not the result of defective workmanship
or materials in this washer. Some problems below involve improper installation and issues arising from the users
household water supply. See the Use and Care guide for the unit in question and the Installation Section in this
manual.
Problem
Dryer does not start.
1. Electrical power cord is not
2. House fuse blown or circuit
3. Thermal limiter tripped.
LCD displays
1. Dryer has been programmed
"DEMO MODE".
Dryer runs but won't 1. There are 2 house fuses in
heat.
2. Gas supply valve is not open
3. Dryer does not have enough
4. LP gas supply tank is empty
1. Lint filter is clogged with lint.
Drying cycle takes
too long, outside of
2. Exhaust duct requirements
the dryer feels too
hot or smells hot.
3. Electric dryer is connected to
4. Drying procedures have not
5. Outside exhaust hood or
6. High humidity.
Cause
securely plugged in or plug
may be loose.
breaker tripped.
to temporarily perform a
repeating demo cycle.
the dryer circuit. If 1 of the 2
fuses is blown, the drum may
turn but the heater will not
operate. (electric models)
(gas models).
air supply to support the
burner flame (gas models).
or there has been a utility
interruption of natural gas
(gas models).
have not been met.
a 208 volt circuit.
been followed.
exhaust duct may be clogged
or restricted.
Correction
1. Make sure the plug fits tightly in wall outlet.
2. Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse.
3. Test and replace thermal limiter.
1. Turn the cycle selector knob to SPIN
ONLY/TIME DRY cycle, press the START
button then the CANCEL button.
2. Activate the controls by turning the cycle
selector knob and turn to TIME DRY cycle.
3a.Press and hold CANCEL button and CTRL
LOCK button for 3 seconds. (IQ Touch)
3b.Press and hold CANCEL button and
EXTENDED TUMBLE (Third button from the
left) for 3 seconds. (Wave Touch)
1. Replace fuse.
2. Check to make sure supply valve is open.
See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for
procedure.
3. See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.
4. Refill or replace tank. Dryer should heat
when utility service is restored.
1. Make sure all lint has been removed from dryer lint
filter before starting each cycle.
2a. Exhaust duct must be at least 4 in. dia. and made of
rigid or semi-rigid metal.
2b. When in place, the duct must have no more than
two 90° bends and must not exceed length listed in
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.
3. Drying time will be 20% longer than drying on a 240
volt circuit.
4. See "Operating Instructions."
5. Clean out any obstruction.
6. Use a dehumidifier near the dryer.
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