Frigidaire Dryer Servicing page 82

Section 5 Troubleshooting
The following troubleshooting chart involves common concerns that are not the result of defective workmanship or
materials in this dryer. Some problems below involve improper installation and issues arising from the users
household water supply. See the Use and Care guide for the unit in question and the Installation Section in this
manual.
Problem
Dryer does not 1. Electrical power cord is not
start.
2. House fuse blown or circuit
3. Thermal limiter tripped.
LCD displays DEMO 1. Dryer has been programmed
mode.
Dryer runs but 1. There are 2 house fuses in the
won't heat.
2. Gas supply valve is not open
3. Dryer does not have enough air
4. LP gas supply tank is empty or
Drying cycle takes 1. Lint filter is clogged with lint.
too long, outside of
the dryer feels too 2. Exhaust duct requirements have
hot or smells hot.
3. Electric dryer is connected to a
4. Drying procedures have not been
5. Outside exhaust hood or exhaust
6. High humidity.
5-2
Cause
securely plugged in or plug
may be loose.
breaker tripped.
to temporarily perform a
repeating demo cycle.
dryer circuit. If 1 of the 2 fuses
is blown, the drum may turn but
the heater will not operate.
(Electric models)
(gas models).
supply to support the burner
flame (gas models).
there has been a utility
interruption of natural gas (gas
models).
not been met.
208 volt circuit.
followed.
duct may be clogged or
restricted.
Correction
1. Make sure the plug fits tightly in wall outlet.
2. Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse.
3. Test and replace thermal limiter.
1. To return to the factory default settings,
press and hold the temperature and dryness
buttons at the same for 5 seconds.
1. Replace fuse.
2. Check to make sure supply valve is open. See
Installation Instructions for procedure.
3. See Installation Instructions.
4. Refill or replace tank. Dryer should heat
when utility service is restored.
1. Make sure all lint has been removed from dryer
lint filter before starting each cycle.
2a. Exhaust duct must be at least 4 inches in
diameter and made of rigid or semi-rigid metal.
2b. When in place, the duct must have no more
than two 90° bends and must not exceed length
listed in Installation Instructions.
3. Drying time will be 20% longer than drying
on a 240 volt circuit.
4. See "Operating Instructions."
5. Clean out any obstruction.
6. Use a dehumidifier near the dryer.