Table of Contents
Advertisement
Before you call for service...
GEAppliances.co
Troubleshooting Tips
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages, or visit
GEAppliances.com. You may not need to call for service.
Problem
Possible Causes
What To Do
Dryer doesnt start
Dryer is unplugged
, Hake sure the dryer plug is pushed completely into
the outlet.
Fuse is blown/circuit breaker
, Checkthe house fuse/circuit breaker box and replace
is tripped
fuse or reset breaker. NOTE:Host electric dryers use
2 fuses/breakers.
Dryer doesnt heat
Fuse is blown/circuit breaker is
, Checkthe house fuse/circuit breaker box and replace
tripped; the dryer may tumble
both fuses or reset both breakers. Your dryer may tumble
but not heat
if only one fuse is blown or one breaker tripped.
Gas service is off
, Hake sure gas shutoff at dryer and main shutoff are
fully open.
Dryer shakes or
Some shaking/noise is normal.
, Hove dryer to an even floor space, or adjust leveling legs
makes noise
Dryer may be sitting unevenly
as necessary until even.
Greasy spots on clothes
Improper use of fabric softener
• Follow directions on fabric softener package.
Drying dirty items with
, Use your dryer to dry only clean items. Dirty items can
clean ones
stain clean items and the dryer.
Clothes were not
, Sometimes stains which cannot be seenwhen the
completely clean
clothes are wet appear after drying. Use proper washing
procedures before drying.
Lint on clothes
Lint filter is full
, Clean lint screen before each loud.
Improper sorting
, Sort lint producers (likechenille)from lint collectors
(likecorduroy).
Static electricity can attract lint
• Seesuggestions in this section under Static occurs.
Overloading
• Separate large loads into smaller ones.
Paper, tissue, etc. left in pockets
, Empty all pockets before laundering clothes.
Static occurs
No fabric softener was used
, 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.
Overdrying
e
Synthetics, permanent press
and blends can cause static
Type of heat
Inconsistent
drying times
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.
Advertisement
Table of Contents
