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Problem
Possible Cause
Solution
Dryer Will
Using a regular fuse.
Replace with a time-delay fuse.
Not Run
Dryer door not firmly closed.
Close dryer door tightly.
(cont'd)
PUSH TO START Button
Press PUSH TO START Button again.
not firmly pressed.
Controls not set in an
Reset controls in an ON position.
ON position.
Lint in Load
Lint screen is clogged.
Clean lint screen. Check for air
movement.
Improper sorting.
Sort lint givers from lint takers
and by color.
Load is too big or heavy.
Dry smaller loads so lint can be
carried to the lint screen.
Load is overdried.
Use correct dryer settings for fabric.
Overdrying can cause lint-attracting
static (see "OPERATION").
Paper or tissue in pockets.
Clean out pockets before drying.
Pilling being mistaken for lint.
Pilling (surface fuzz) is caused by
normal wear and laundering.
Stains on Load Improper use of fabric softener
Use fabric softener sheets in dryer. Add
in washer,
at beginning of cycle when load is cold.
Drying soiled items.
Items need to be clean before
being dried.
Items
Overdrying.
Match dryer settings to fabric type
Shrinking
(see "OPERATION").
Poor garment quality.
Check quality of garment before
purchasing.
Manufacturer's care label
Follow fabric care label instructions
instructions not followed,
carefully.
Loads are
Overloading.
Dry smaller loads that can tumble freely.
Wrinkled
Overdrying.
Match dryer settings to fabric type
(see "OPERATION").
Remove load as soon as tumbling
stops.
Do not use dryer while these chemical
fumes are in the air.
Load left in dryer at the
end of cycle.
Odors
Household chemicals, paint,
or varnish being drawn
into dryer.
First use of dryer element
Will be gone after the first cycle.
(electric only).
Unusual
Thumping of rollers when
Thump will go away after 5 minutes
Sounds
dryer has set.
of drying.
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