GE GTUP240EMWW Use and Care Manual - Page 16
Dryer Problem - problems
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Before you call for service... Dryer Problem Possible Causes What to do Dryer doesn't start Dryer is unplugged Fuse is blown/circuit breaker is tripped 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 2 fuses/breakers. Dryer doesn't heat Fuse is blown/circuit Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and replace both fuses or breaker is tripped; the dryer reset both breakers. Your dryer may tumble if only one fuse is blown may tumble but not heat or one breaker tripped. Gas service is off Make sure gas shutoff at dryer and main shutoff are fully open. Dryer shakes or makes noise Some shaking/noise is normal. Dryer may be sitting unevenly Move dryer to an even floor space, or adjust leveling legs as necessary until even. Improper use of fabric softener Follow directions on fabric softener package. Greasy spots on clothes Drying dirty items with clean ones Use your dryer to dry only clean items. Dirty items can stain clean items and the dryer. Clothes were not completely Sometimes stains which cannot be seen when the clothes are wet clean 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). Lint on clothes Static electricity can attract lint See suggestions in this section under STATIC. 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 Overdrying 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. Synthetics, permanent press and blends can cause Try a fabric softener. static Inconsistent drying times Type of heat 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. 16