Troubleshooting Tips - GE Spacemaker DSXH43 Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions

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.
Possible Causes What To Do
Dryer doesn't start Dryer is tmplugged * Make sure the dD,er plug is pushed completely into
the outlet.
Fuse is blown/circuit breaker is • Check the building's fl_se/circuit breaker box and
tripped replace fi_se or reset breakeL NOTE:Elect/ic dryers
use two filses/breakers.
Thermal limiter tripped • Check tile vent for any obstructions. Call authorized
sela_ice pelson for replacement, if necessary.
Dryerdoesn't h eat Fuse is blown/circuit breaker is * Check the building's fl_se/circuit breaker box and
tripped, the dryer may tumble replace fi_se or reset breakeL Your dD,er may ramble
but not heat if only one filse is blown or one breaker tripped.
Gas service is off • Make sure gas shutoff at dryer and main shutoff are
filly open.
LP gas supply tank is empty • Refill or replace rank. Dryer should heat when utility
or there has been a utility sela_ice is restored.
interruption of natural gas
(gas models)
Dryershakesormakes Some shaking/noise is normal. • Move dryer to all even floor space, or adjust
noise Dryer may be sitting unevenly leveling legs _tsnecessary until even.
Improper use of fabric softener • Follow directions on fabric softener package.
Drying dirty items with clean ones • Use your dlTer to dry only clean items. Dirty items can
stain clean items and tile dryeL
Clothes were not completely clean • Sometimes stains which cannot be seen when the
clothes are wet appearafter drying. Use proper
w_tshing procedures before drying.
Lint filter is full • Clean lint screen before each load.
Improper sorting • Sort lint producers (like chenille) fiom lint collectors
(like corduroy).
Static electricity can attract lint
• See suggestions in this section under Static occurs.
Overloading * Separate large loads into smaller olles.
Paper, tissue, etc., left in pockets • Empty all pockets before laundering clothes.
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