Troubleshooting Dryer - Kenmore C978-97222 Use & Care Manual

Dryer Problem Possible Causes
Dryer doesn't start Dryer is unplugged
Fuse is blown/circuit breaker is
tripped
Dryer doesn't heat Fuse is blown/circuit breaker is
tripped; the dryer may tumble but
not heat
Gas service is off
Dryer shakes or Some shaking/noise is normal.
makes noise Dryer may be sitting unevenly
Greasy spots on Improper use of fabric softener
clothes
Drying dirty items with clean ones
Clothes were not completely clean
Lint on clothes Lint filter is full
Improper sorting
Static electricity can attract lint
Overloading
Paper, tissue, etc. left in pockets
Static occurs No fabric softener was used
Overdrying
Synthetics, permanent press and
blends can cause static
Inconsistent drying Type of heat
times
What to do
Make sure the dryer plug is pushed completely into the outlet.
Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and replace fuse or re-
set breaker. Note: Most electric dryers use 2 fuses/breakers.
Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and replace both fuses
or reset both breakers. Your dryer may tumble if only one fuse is
blown or one breaker tripped.
Make sure gas shutoff at dryer and main shutoff are fully open.
Move dryer to an even floor space, or adjust leveling legs as
necessary until even.
Follow directions on fabric softener package.
Use your dryer to dry only clean items. Dirty items can stain
clean items and the dryer.
Sometimes stains which cannot be seen when the clothes are wet
appear after drying. Use proper washing procedures before dry-
ing.
Clean lint screen before each load.
Sort lint producers (like chenille) from lint collectors (like cordu-
roy).
See suggestions in this section under STATIC.
Separate large loads into smaller ones.
Empty all pockets before laundering clothes.
Try a fabric softener.
Some fabric conditioner dryer sheets can be used in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions.
Try a fabric softener.
Adjust setting to LESS (dry).
Try a fabric softener.
Automatic drying times will vary according to the type of heat
used (electric, natural or LP gas), size of load, types of fabrics,
wetness of clothes and condition of exhaust ducts.
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