GE Hotpoint HTDX100GM8WW Owner's Manual page 10

Before you call for service...
Troubleshooting Tips
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Problem Possible Causes
Dryer doesn't start Dryer is unplugged
Fuse is blown/circuit
breaker is tripped
Dryer doesn't heat Fuse is blown/circuit
breaker is tripped, the
dryer may tumble but not
heat
Gas service is off
LP gas supply tank is empty
or there has been a utility
interruption of natural gas
(gas models)
Dryer shakes or Some shaking/noise is
makes noise normal. Dryer may be
sitting unevenly
Greasy spots on Improper use of fabric
clothes softener
Drying dirty items with
clean ones
Clothes were not
completely clean
Lint on clothes Lint filter is full
Improper sorting
Static electricity can
attract lint
Overloading
Paper, tissue, etc. left in
pockets
Static occurs No fabric softener was
used
Overdrying
Synthetics, permanent
press and blends can
cause static
Inconsistent drying Type of heat
times
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What To Do
• Make sure the dryer plug is pushed completely into the outlet.
• Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and replace fuse or reset
breaker. NOTE: Electric dryers use two fuses or breakers.
• Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and replace both fuses or
reset both breakers. Your dryer may tumble if only one fuse is blown or
one breaker tripped.
• Make sure gas shutoff at dryer and main shutoff are fully open.
• Refill or replace tank. Dryer should heat when utility service is restored.
• Move dryer to an even floor space, or adjust leveling legs as necessary
until even.
• Follow directions on fabric softener package.
• Use your dryer to dry only clean items. Dirty items can stain clean items
and the dryer.
• Sometimes stains which cannot be seen when the clothes are wet
appear after drying. Use proper washing procedures before drying.
• Clean lint screen before each load.
• Sort lint producers (like chenille) from lint collectors (like corduroy).
• See suggestions in this section under Static.
• Separate large loads into smaller ones.
• Empty all pockets before laundering clothes.
• Try a fabric softener.
• Bounce Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheets have been approved for use
®
in all GE Dryers when used in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions.
• Try a fabric softener.
• Adjust setting to Less Dry or Damp Dry.
• Try a fabric softener.
• Automatic drying times will vary according to the type of heat used
(electric, natural or LP gas), size of load, types of fabrics, wetness of
clothes and condition of exhaust ducts.