Dryer Results - Maytag BRAVOS W10201176C Use & Care Manual

■ "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.
In the U.S.A. - Confirm the power cord is properly installed. Refer to "Electrical
Connection" for details.
Select a Timed Cycle, and restart the dryer.
If the message persists, consult a qualified electrician.
Clothes are not drying satisfactorily, drying times are too long, or load is too hot
■ Is the lint screen clogged with lint?
Lint screen should be cleaned before each load.
WARNING
Use a heavy metal vent.
Do not use a plastic vent.
Do not use a metal foil vent.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death
or fire.
■ Is the exhaust vent or outside exhaust hood clogged with lint, restricting air movement?
Run the dryer for 5-10 minutes. Hold your hand under the outside exhaust hood to check
air movement. If you do not feel air movement, clean exhaust system of lint or replace
exhaust vent with heavy metal or flexible metal vent. See the Installation Instructions.
■ Are fabric softener sheets blocking the grille?
Use only one fabric softener sheet, and use it only once.
■ Is the exhaust vent the correct length?
Check that the exhaust vent is not too long or has too many turns. Long venting will
increase drying times. See the Installation Instructions.
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■ "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 crushed or kinked.
Confirm 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.
Select a Timed Cycle, and restart the dryer.
If the message persists, have your entire home venting run cleaned.

Dryer Results

Is the exhaust vent diameter the correct size?
■
Use 4" (102 mm) diameter vent material.
■ Is the dryer located in a room with temperature below 45ºF (7ºC)?
Proper operation of dryer cycles requires temperatures above 45ºF (7ºC).
■ Is the dryer located in a closet?
Closet doors must have ventilation openings at the top and bottom of the door. The rear of
the dryer requires 5" (127 mm) of airspace, and the sides and front of the dryer require a
minimum of 1" (25 mm). See the Installation Instructions.
■ Has the Air Fluff modifier been selected?
Select the right temperature for the types of garments being dried. See "Modifiers."
■ Is the load too large and heavy to dry quickly?
Separate the load to tumble freely.