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Error Code: EMPTY RESERVOIR Difficulty: Easy
Problem: The condensation water container is full and needs to be emptied.
How to Fix EMPTY RESERVOIR Error (Step-by-Step)
- The dryer has automatically paused because the container that collects water removed from your clothes is full.
- Locate the condensation water container. It is a pull-out drawer, typically positioned at the top-left of the dryer’s front panel.
- Firmly grip the handle and pull the container straight out from the dryer.
- Keeping the container level to prevent spills, carry it to a sink or drain.
- Carefully tilt the container and pour out all the collected water.
- Slide the now-empty container back into its slot until you feel or hear it click securely into place.
- The dryer is now ready to continue. Press the Start/Pause button to resume the drying cycle.
- Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.
Still Not Working?
If the replacement part didn’t fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure.
Most DIY parts are $50–$250. If you have a quote, use the total.
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