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Troubleshooting
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/product_help –
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If you experience Possible Causes Solution
Dryer Results (cont.)
Odors Recent painting, staining, or
varnishing in the area where
your dryer is located.
Ventilate the area. When the odors or fumes are gone from the area,
rewash and dry the clothing.
Steam models only: For steam
cycles, the water is not properly
connected with the dryer.
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.
Odors are left in garments after
wearing.
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.
Load too hot Load removed before cooldown
portion of cycle complete.
Allow the dryer to complete the cooldown portion of the cycle before
removing the load.
Using Timed Dry cycle with a high
temperature setting.
Select an Automatic Cycle with a lower heat setting to avoid overdrying
the load.
Dryer Displaying Code Message or Cycle Status Indicator Lights Up
“PF” (power failure) The drying cycle has been
interrupted by a power failure.
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.
“L2” Diagnostic Code
(low or no line voltage
condition)
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.
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.
Conrm 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 qualied electrician.
“F# E#” (F1 E1, F3
E1, etc.) variable
service codes
The dryer is in need of service. 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.
Check Vent indicator
is lit
The lint screen or vent is clogged;
the vent is crushed or kinked or
has too many turns.
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.
• Conrm that the vent run from the dryer to the wall is free of lint
and debris.
• Conrm that the exterior vent exhaust hood is free of lint and debris.
• Conrm 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.
“Loc” or “Lc” The Control Lock is enabled. 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.