GE GTD86ESSJWS Use and Care Manual - Page 14

Before you call for service... 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 Dryer doesn't start Dryer doesn't heat Dryer shakes or makes noise Greasy spots on clothes Lint on clothes Static occurs Inconsistent drying times The Dry dryness level was chosen but load is still damp 14 Possible Causes Dryer is unplugged House Fuse is blown/circuit breaker is tripped Dryer fuse blown 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: Most electric dryers use two fuses/breakers. • The single (Gas) or one of the two (Electric) fuses in the rear of the backsplash blew because the house circuit protection didn't work. Have a qualified technician check for power at outlet. House Fuse is blown/circuit breaker is tripped; the dryer may tumble but not heat Gas service is off No heat temperature selected • 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 is tripped. • Make sure gas shutoff at dryer and main shutoff are fully open. • Select another heat setting. Some shaking/noise is normal. • Move dryer to an even floor space, or adjust leveling legs Dryer may be sitting unevenly as necessary until even. Improper use of fabric softener Drying dirty items with clean ones Clothes were not completely clean • 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. Lint filter is full • Clean lint screen before each load. Improper sorting • Sort lint producers (like chenille) from lint collectors (like corduroy). Static electricity can attract lint • See suggestions 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. No fabric softener was used Over-drying Synthetics, permanent press and blends can cause static • 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. • Try a fabric softener. Type of heat Load consists of a mixture of heavy and light fabrics • 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. • When combining heavy and light fabrics in a load, choose More Dry if you are using a sensor cycle. Exhaust system is blocked • Inspect and clean exhaust system.