Before Calling For Service - Kenmore 796.8128 Series Use & Care Manual

BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (continued)
Problem
Display shows error
code: tE1 or tE2
Lint on clothes
Buttons are disabled or
CL shows in display
Light does not turn on
when door is opened
Possible Cause
Temperature sensor failure.
Lint fi lter not cleaned properly.
Laundry not sorted properly.
Excess static in clothes.
Dryer is overloaded.
Tissue, paper, etc., left in pockets.
CONTROL LOCK function is engaged. Press and hold the TOUCH UP button for fi ve
Dryer has been off for more than four
minutes and the light is disabled.
Turn off the dryer and call for service.
Remove the lint from the fi lter before every load.
With the lint removed, hold the fi lter up to a light
to see if it is dirty or clogged. If it looks dirty,
follow the cleaning instructions in the Care and
Cleaning Section. With some loads that produce
high amounts of lint, it may be necessary to clean
the fi lter during the cycle.
Some fabrics are lint producers (i.e., a fuzzy white
cotton towel) and should be dried separately from
clothes that are lint trappers (i.e., a pair of black
linen pants).
Use a fabric softener to reduce static electricity.
Be sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions.
Overdrying a load of laundry can cause a buildup
of static electricity. Adjust settings and use a
shorter drying time, or use AUTO DRY cycles.
Divide extra large loads into smaller loads for drying.
Check pockets thoroughly before washing and
drying clothes.
seconds to activate or deactivate the function.
Press the POWER button to turn on the dryer, which
will enable the drum light.
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