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Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Dryer doesn't start Dryer is unplugged • Hake sure the dryer plug is pushedcompletely into
the outlet,
Fuse isblown/circuit breaker • Checkthe housefuse/circuit breaker box and replace
istripped fuse or reset breakeENOTE:Host electric dryers use
2fuses/breakers.
Dryer doesn't heat Fuseisblown/circuit breaker is • Checkthe house fuse/circuit breaker box and replace
tripped; the dryer may tumble both fusesor reset both breakers.Yourdryer may tumble
but not heat if only onefuse isblown or one breaker tripped.
Gasservice is off • Hake sure gas shutoff at dryer and main shutoff are
fully open.
Dryer shakes or Someshaking/noiseisnormal. • Hove dryer to an evenfloor space,or adjust levelinglegs
makes noise Dryer may be sittingunevenly as necessary until even.
Greasy spots on clothes Improper use of fabric softener • Followdirections on fabric softener package.
Drying dirty items with • Useyour dryer to dry only clean items. Dirty items can
clean ones stain clean items and the dryeE
Clothes were not • Sometimes stains which cannot be seenwhen the
completely clean clothes are wet oppeor after drying. Useproper washing
procedures before drying.
Lint on clothes Lint filter isfull • Cleanlint screen before each load.
Improper sorting • Sort lint producers (likechenille)from lint collectors
(likecorduroy).
Static electricity can attract lint • Seesuggestions in this sectionunder STATIC.
Overloading • Separate large loads into smaller ones.
Paper,tissue, etc. left in pockets • Empty all pockets before launderingclothes.
Static occurs No fabric softenerwas used • Try a fabric softeneE
• Bounce®FabricConditioner Dryer Sheetshave been
approved for usein all GEDryers when used in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions,
Overdrging • Try a fabric softener:
• Adjust setting to LESSDRYor DAMPDRY
Synthetics, permanent press • Try a fabric softener:
and blendscan cause static
Inconsistent Type of heat • Automatic drying times willvary according to the type
drying times of heat used(electric,natural orLPgas),sizeof load,
types of fabrics,wetness of clothes and condition of
exhaust ducts.
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