Hotpoint HTDX100EDWW Use and Care Manual - Page 10

Before you call for service... Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages, or visit Hotpoint.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 Possible Causes Dryer is unplugged Fuse is blown/circuit breaker is tripped Fuse is blown/circuit breaker is tripped, the dryer may tumble but not heat Gas service is off LP gas supply tank is empty or there has been a utility interruption of natural gas (gas models) Some shaking/noise is normal. Dryer may be sitting unevenly Improper use of fabric softener Drying dirty items with clean ones Clothes were not completely clean Lint filter is full Improper sorting Static electricity can attract lint Overloading Paper, tissue, etc. left in pockets No fabric softener was used Overdrying Synthetics, permanent press and blends can cause static Type of heat What To Do ‡ Make sure the dryer plug is pushed completely into the outlet. ‡ Check the house fusecircuit breaker box and replace fuse or reset breaker. NOTE: Electric dryers use two fuses or breakers. ‡ Check the house fusecircuit breaker box and replace both fuses or reset both breakers. Your dryer may tumble if only one fuse is blown or one breaker tripped. ‡ Make sure gas shutoff at dryer and main shutoff are fully open. ‡ Refill or replace tank. Dryer should heat when utility service is restored. ‡ Move dryer to an even floor space, or adjust leveling legs as necessary until even. ‡ 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. ‡ Clean lint screen before each load. ‡ Sort lint producers (like chenille) from lint collectors (like corduroy). ‡ See suggestions in this section under Static. ‡ Separate large loads into smaller ones. ‡ Empty all pockets before laundering clothes. ‡ 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. ‡ 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. 10