Problem Cause Comments Recommendations
Condensation on Door Glass Cold machine Vapors will condense on cold surfaces Preheat dryer before using
Condensation on Door Glass Dirty lint bag Restricts air flow Empty lint bags frequently. Wash or dry-clean at least once a week.
Condensation on Door Glass Clogged condenser coils Insulates coils, causing poor cooling effect and heat transfer Clean as needed, but at least once every 6 months
Condensation on Door Glass Cold drafts in area of machine Doors and windows left open Directs drafts away from machine
Condensation on Door Glass Steam leaks in heating coils Can cause corrosion in dryer Repair steam leaks
Condensation on Door Glass Poor air flow Dirty lint bag may contribute to problem Clean lint bag. Check and adjust fan speed.
Poor Reclamation Low drying temperature Maximum air temperature should be 150°F Outlet temperature from refrigerated condenser should be <45°F Monitor air temperature in lint compartment. Adjust steam and condenser refrigerant.
Poor Reclamation Dirty lint trap Restricts air flow Empty lint bags frequently. Wash or dry-clean at least once a week.
Poor Reclamation Leaking door gaskets Causes loss of solvent and allows cool air to enter dryer Check for faulty gaskets and latches. Repair or replace as needed.
Poor Reclamation Clogged condenser and heating coils Insulates coils, causing poor cooling effect and heat transfer Clean as needed, but at least once every 6 months
Poor Reclamation Poor seating of exhaust and/or inlet damper Causes loss of solvent and allows cool air to enter dryer Check for faulty gaskets and tension spring. Repair or replace as needed.
Poor Reclamation Clogged solvent and water drain lines from water separator May cause loss of solvent Clean drain lines Clean water separator and reprime. Also, clean out line from machine to water separator.
Poor Reclamation Poor air flow Dirty lint bag may contribute to problem Clean lint bag. Check and adjust fan speed.
Slow Drying Low drying temperature Maximum air temperature should be 150°F Monitor air temperature in lint compartment. Adjust steam and refrigerant conditions.
Slow Drying Restricted air flow Dirty lint trap may restrict air flow Empty lint bags frequently. Wash or dry-clean at least once a week.
Slow Drying Cylinder speed too fast Compresses clothes against cylinder wall Adjust speed so that garments fall just past the center of door glass
Slow Drying Poor air flow Dirty lint bag may contribute to problem Clean lint bag. Check and adjust fan speed.

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