Sears Clothes Dryer - Manual (Page 16)

SECTION 4
Care, Service, Upkeep
HOW TO SAVE ON SERVICE
Check these points BEFORE you call for service.* *
IF YOUR DRYER
WON’T
START WON’T DOESN’T DRY
HEAT CLOTHES
SATISFACTORILY
POSSIBLE REASON-
DO THIS TO CORRECT
■ Be sure the cord is plugged all the way
Into electrical outlet.
■ ■ Replace fuse. Reset circuit breaker. A
240-volt dryer has two tuses-make sure
both are good and also tight.
■ Close door.
■ Make sure Dryness Control is at a HEAT setting.
■ Push Start Control or move lever to Start.
■ If you have a gas dryer, check to see if gas valve
in dryer (behind front access panel) and main
gas line valve are turned on.
■ Adjust Automatic Cycle (if your dryer has one) to
more or less dry setting.
■ Timed Cycle-Allow more time.
■ Clean lint screen.
■ Check exhaust duct to outside to see if kinked,
blocked or needs cleaning.
*For each condition, try all suggested corrections shown. If the problem is not
corrected, call your Service Department. When calling for service be sure to give
them your model and serial numbers and date of purchase.
GAS DRYER IGNITION
Your gas dryer has a safety device which shuts off the gas if the burner fails to light in a
short time. If this happens, turn the dryer OFF. Check to see if the manual gas valve is
open. Wait 5 minutes, for the safety device to reset. Then reset the dryer controls. If
dryer still fails to heat, call for service.
NOTE: Front access pansL must be closed before starting dryer.
IMPORTANT
• NEVER use Pre-wash Sprays near your washer or dryer as they can damage plastic
and painted parts. This type of damage is not covered under the terms of your
Warranty.
• Use a fabric softener in this dryer only if it states on the fabric softener label that it is
safe to use in dryers. See caution on page 5.
CLEANING AND CARE
• Use a soft damp cloth to clean the cabinet. Avoid using harsh abrasives.
•
gjps, buckles, and other hard objects from clothing before washing or drying.
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