Hotpoint NVLR333GT Clothes Dryer User Manual


 
Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Dryer doesn’t start
Dryer is unplugged Make sure the dryer plug is
pushed completely into
the outlet.
Fuse is blown/circuit Check the house fuse/
breaker is tripped circuit breaker box and
replace fuse or reset
breaker.
NOTE:
Most
electric dryers use two
fuses/breakers.
Dryer doesn’t heat
Fuse is blown/circuit Check the house fuse/
breaker is tripped, circuit breaker box and
the dryer may tumble replace fuse or reset
but not heat breaker.
Gas service is off Make sure gas shutoff at
dryer and main shutoff
are fully open.
Dryer shakes or makes
Some shaking/noise Move dryer to an even
noise
is normal. Dryer may floor space, or adjust
be sitting unevenly leveling legs as necessary
until even.
Greasy spots on clothes
Improper use of Follow directions on fabric
fabric softener softener package.
Drying dirty items with Use your dryer to dry only
clean ones clean items. Dirty items can
stain clean items and the
dryer.
Clothes were not Sometimes stains which
completely clean cannot be seen when the
clothes are wet
appear
after drying. Use proper
washing procedures before
drying.
Clothes are wrinkled
Overdrying Select a shorter
drying time.
Remove items while they
still hold a slight amount
of moisture.
Letting items sit in dryer Remove items when cycle
after cycle ends ends and fold or hang
immediately.
Safety InformationOperating InstructionsTroubleshooting TipsCustomer Service
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Before you call for service…
Troubleshooting Tips
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages
first and you may not need to call for service.