Clothes Dryer
	Description The dryer is a household device used to remove moisture from clothing and textiles by using a rotating drum called a tumbler through which heated air is circulated to evaporate the moisture.

Maintenance Checklist

• Clean the lint trap after each load.
• Wipe the inside of the dryer frequently.
• Check the dryer vent pipe once a year for lint build-up.
• Check under the chute, duct or any area where lint builds up and clean if necessary.
• Check the balance of the dryer once a year, an unbalanced dryer can cause the appliance to age prematurely.

Troubleshooting - Clothes Dryer

Problem	Potential Cause	Potential Solution
Dryer will not turn on.	Open door	Shut the door.
	No power to unit.	Be sure unit is plugged in. If that does not work, check circuit breaker.
	Motor wire is loose.	Tighten motor wires.
The motor is running but the drum is stuck.	The drum is blocked.	Remove any obstructions from the drum.
	Drive belt is broken	Replace the drive belt.
	The support wheel is broken.	Replace necesssary parts.

Troubleshooting - Refrigerator

PROBLEM	POTENTIAL CAUSE	POTENTIAL SOLUTION
The load takes long to dry.	Overloaded dryer.	Remove part of load and dry again.
	There is a clog in the lint trap or exhaust vent.	Clear the trap and vent.
	The clothes are wet still.	Be sure spin cycle was completed. Remove clothes and dry again.
The clothes do not dry even though the drum is turning.	There is a clog in the lint trap or exhaust vent.	Clear trap and vent.
	The safety thermostat, heating element or timer is defective.	Inspect parts and replace as needed.
The unit continues to dry after cycle is complete	The timer malfunctioned.	Replace the timer.
The dryer is making a squeaking noise.	Screws are loose on cabinet	Check for loose screws and tighten.
	Foreign objects are causing the noise.	Check for and remove possible obstructions.