Trouble Shooting
You may save time and money by checking items below before calling for service. List includes common concerns that
are not the result of defective workmanship or materials. If your question is not explained below, contact Amana
Consumer Affairs Department at 800-843-0304.
TOPICPOSSIBLE CAUSESOLUTION
NOISE
Dryer may not be resting firmly on floorSome vibration is normal. Adjust leveling legs so dryer
Vibrating noise
rests firmly on floor. SInstalelea tion Inst foructrions
leveling details.
Loose objects, such as coins or pinsStop dryer and check for loose objects. Remove loose
Thumping, rattling, or
objects if possible.
clanking noise
Belt buckles, metal fasteners hitting drumClose zippers, buttons, and fasteners. Clothing with
buckles should be turned inside out.
As air moves through the dry, a whirNormlingal
Whirling sound
sound may be noticed
When the drum rotates, it may createNorm aal
Pulsating sound
pulsating sound
Sound before unit enters diagnostic Wfhuen nctsitonarting an automatic dry cycle using the moisture
Unit beeps at beginning of
of moisture sensor(some models).sensor feature(some models), wet clothes may contact
cycle
sensor bar triggering a 30-second diagnostic test. Normal
operation will resume after test is complete.
Many of the parts, such as the timerNorm, clalick as
Clicking sound
they operate
OPERATION
Electrical power cord may not be plugged Make suinr,e plug from power cord fits tightly into wall outlet.
Dryer does not run
or connection may be loose
Fuse blown, circuit breaker tripped, or powReplace feruse or reset circuit breaker. Do NOT increase
outage occurredfuse capacity. Call qualified electrician to correct circuit
overload problem. Call local utility company to correct
power outage.
Dryer door is not closedPush door closed.
Timer knob must be pushed in to restIarf dryer door wtas opened during a cycle, the timer knob
dryermust be pushed in to restart the cycle.
Dryer set to FLUFF/NO HEAT settingReset FABRIC SELECTOR knob.
Dryer does not heat
Damper on weather hood is stuck closSed oreverely restricted airflow will cause dryer to stop heating.
frozenCheck weather hood and exhaust system for restrictions.
Gas supply is shut off (Gas Dryers Only)Check other gas appliances in house for gas supply.
Exhaust system or outside vent is blocked.Check exhaust system and vent area for obstructions.
Automatic dry cycle with moisture seIt nsoisr normal for some moisture to remain in clothes.
feature(some models) is in use.
APPEARANCE
Heat causes the metal to darkenNormal. Will not affect performance.
Screen in back of drum
darkens
Fabric dyes that are not set can staiMan ket a pasthee from powdered detergent and rub on stain.
Dryer drum becomes stained
dryer drumThough you may not be able remove stain immediately, the
stain may fade and disappear over time.
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