Section 5 Troubleshooting - Frigidaire Dryer Servicing

The following troubleshooting chart involves problems arising from improper drying techniques and are not valid
service issues. Many drying problems involve poor cleaning results, poor soil and stain removal, residues of lint
and scum, and fabric damage. For satisfactory drying results, follow these suggestions provided by The Soap and
Detergent Association.
For Troubleshooting the electronic control and error codes, See Section Three Electronic Control.
Problem
1. Fabric softener sheet.
Greasy, oily
stains
Lint 1. Overloading.
2. Over dying causes static
3. Lint screen not clean when
4. Lint is attached to "pills."
Pilling 1. Over dying.
(Fibers break
off, ball up and
cling to fabric.)
1. Temperature too high.
Shrinking
2. Over dying.
Wrinkling 1. Overloading.
2. Leaving items in dryer after
Cause
electricity.
cycle began.
cycle ends.

Section 5 Troubleshooting

Correction
1. Rub fabric softener stains with bar soap. Rinse and
rewash.
2. Place fabric softener sheet on top of load before start-
ing the dryer.
3. Some "silk-like" fabrics should be air dried.
4. Add a few bath towels to small loads for proper
tumbling.
5. Use proper drying temperature.
1. Reduce load size and rewash using liquid fabric
softener in the final rinse.
2. Or, add a fabric softener sheet and tumble without
heat.
3. Use lint brush or roller to remove lint.
4. Check that lint filter is clean and in place.
1. Use a lint brush or shaver to remove pills.
2. Use fabric softener to lubricate fibers.
3. Turn items inside out to reduce abrasion.
4. When ironing, use spray starch or fabric finish on
collars and cuffs.
1. Irreversible condition.
2. Follow fabric care label directions.
3. If shrinking is a concern, check load often.
4. Remove items while slightly damp and hang or lay flat
to complete drying.
5. Block knits into shape.
1. Reduce load size and tumble at medium or low heat
for 5-10 minutes.
2. Remove items immediately. Hang or fold.
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