Manual for 300 SERIES - Troubleshooting and error codes + PDF Download

Manual for 300 SERIES - Troubleshooting and error codes + PDF Download

Brand: ELECTROLUX

Category: Dryer

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Uploaded: April 8, 2025, 1:50 p.m.

Manual Publish Date: 2018-01-01

Warranty Summary

One year warranty for all parts and labor, plus a second year parts-only limited warranty.
  1. Prepare load for drying.
  2. Check that the lint filter is clean and in place.
  3. Load the dryer and close the door.
  4. Select the appropriate cycle and settings for each load.
  5. Close the dryer door and start the drying cycle.
  6. Remove items when done.
  7. Clean the lint filter.

Troubleshooting and error codes

ProblemPossible CausesSolutions
Dryer does not start.
  • Electrical power cord is not securely plugged in or plug may be loose.
  • House fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped.
  • Action of pressing start button on "touch screen" style console not recognized
  • Thermal limiter tripped.
  • Delay time inadvertently activated.
  • Door may be open. Unit will not operate with door open.
  • Make sure the plug fits tightly in wall outlet.
  • Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse.
  • Make sure electrical line is not overloaded and the dryer is on a separate circuit.
  • Press start button with bare fingertip.
  • Call authorized service person for replacement.
  • Ensure delay time not activated.
  • Ensure door is closed.
LED displays "dn".
  • Dryer has been programmed to temporarily perform a repeating demo cycle.
  • Reset the unit back to factory default settings as described earlier.
Dryer runs but won't heat.
  • There are 2 house fuses in the dryer circuit. If 1 of the 2 fuses is blown, the drum may turn but the heater will not operate (electric models).
  • Gas supply valve is not open (gas models).
  • Dryer does not have enough air supply to support the burner flame (gas models).
  • LP gas supply tank is empty or there has been a utility interruption of natural gas (gas models).
  • Replace fuse.
  • Check to make sure supply valve is open. Refer to the Installation Instructions provided with the dryer.
  • See the Installation Instructions provided with the dryer.
  • Refill or replace tank. Dryer should heat when utility service is restored.

Troubleshooting and error codes

ProblemPossible CausesSolutions
Dryer does not start.
  • Electrical power cord is not securely plugged in or plug may be loose.
  • House fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped.
  • Action of pressing start button on "touch screen" style console not recognized
  • Thermal limiter tripped.
  • Delay time inadvertently activated.
  • Door may be open. Unit will not operate with door open.
  • Make sure the plug fits tightly in wall outlet.
  • Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse.
  • Make sure electrical line is not overloaded and the dryer is on a separate circuit.
  • Press start button with bare fingertip.
  • Call authorized service person for replacement.
  • Ensure delay time not activated.
  • Ensure door is closed.
LED displays "dn".
  • Dryer has been programmed to temporarily perform a repeating demo cycle.
  • Reset the unit back to factory default settings as described earlier.
Dryer runs but won't heat.
  • There are 2 house fuses in the dryer circuit. If 1 of the 2 fuses is blown, the drum may turn but the heater will not operate (electric models).
  • Gas supply valve is not open (gas models).
  • Dryer does not have enough air supply to support the burner flame (gas models).
  • LP gas supply tank is empty or there has been a utility interruption of natural gas (gas models).
  • Replace fuse.
  • Check to make sure supply valve is open. Refer to the Installation Instructions provided with the dryer.
  • See the Installation Instructions provided with the dryer.
  • Refill or replace tank. Dryer should heat when utility service is restored.