Amana 40119701 User Manual

10

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.

TOPIC

POSSIBLE CAUSE

SOLUTION

Dryer may not be resting firmly on floor

Some vibration is normal. Adjust leveling legs so dryer
rests firmly on floor. See 

Installation Instructions

 for

leveling details.

Loose objects, such as coins or pins

Stop dryer and check for loose objects. Remove loose
objects if possible.

Belt buckles, metal fasteners hitting drum

Close zippers, buttons, and fasteners. Clothing with
buckles should be turned inside out.

As air moves through the dry, a whirling
sound may be noticed

Normal

When the drum rotates, it may create a
pulsating sound

Normal

Sound before unit enters diagnostic function
of moisture sensor(some models).

When starting an automatic dry cycle using the moisture
sensor feature(some models), wet clothes may contact
sensor bar triggering a 30-second diagnostic test. Normal
operation will resume after test is complete.

Many of the parts, such as the timer, click as
they operate

Normal

Electrical power cord may not be plugged in,
or connection may be loose

Make sure plug from power cord fits tightly into wall outlet.

Fuse blown, circuit breaker tripped, or power
outage occurred

Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Do NOT increase
fuse capacity. Call qualified electrician to correct circuit
overload problem. Call local utility company to correct
power outage.

Dryer door is not closed

Push door closed.

Timer knob must be pushed in to restart
dryer

If dryer door was opened during a cycle, the timer knob
must be pushed in to restart the cycle.

Dryer set to FLUFF/NO HEAT setting

Reset FABRIC SELECTOR knob.

Damper on weather hood is stuck closed or
frozen

Severely restricted airflow will cause dryer to stop heating.
Check 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 sensor
feature(some models) is in use.

It is normal for some moisture to remain in clothes.

Heat causes the metal to darken

Normal. Will not affect performance.

Fabric dyes that are not set can stain the
dryer drum

Make a paste from powdered detergent and rub on stain.
Though you may not be able remove stain immediately, the
stain may fade and disappear over time.