Brand:
Whirlpool
Category: Dryers
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Available Languages: EN , ES
Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 9:25 p.m.
One year limited warranty covering defects in materials or workmanship, with product repair as the exclusive remedy.
| Problem | Possible Solutions |
|---|---|
| Dryer will not run | Is the dryer door firmly closed? |
| Was the Start button firmly pressed? (Large loads may require 2-5 seconds.) | |
| Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped? Is the correct power supply available? (Electric dryers require 240-volt.) | |
| Unusual sounds | Dryer had a period of non-use? (Thumping for first few minutes.) |
| Coin, button, or paper clip caught between drum and dryer? | |
| Are the four legs installed and dryer level? | |
| No heat | Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped? (Electric dryers use 2 fuses/breakers.) |
| Dryer displaying code message |
"PF" (Power Failure): Press and hold START to restart. "L2" (Low/No Line Voltage): Check fuses/breakers, confirm power cord, select Timed Dry heated cycle and restart. Call electrician if persists. "AF" (Low Airflow): Clean lint screen, check vent for kinks/blockages, confirm vent system length/elbows. Select Timed Dry heated cycle and restart. Clean entire home venting if persists. "E" Variable (E1, E2, E3): Call for service. |
| Dryer Results (Not drying satisfactorily, too long, too hot) | Is the lint screen clogged with lint? |
| Has the Air Only temperature setting been selected? | |
| Is the load too large and heavy to dry quickly? | |
| Are clothes damp/wet from Refresh cycle? (Select Enhanced Touch Up.) | |
| Is the exhaust vent or outside exhaust hood clogged? (Run dryer 5-10 min, check airflow. Clean if needed.) | |
| Loads are wrinkled | Was the load removed promptly? (Use Enhanced Touch Up.) Are loads still wrinkled after Steam Cycle? (Check water connection.) Was the dryer overloaded? (Dry smaller loads.) |
| Odors | Recent painting/varnishing in the area? (Ventilate.) Is water connected? (Check inlet hose.) Remove odors with Quick Refresh cycle. |