Hotpoint HTX26EASWWW Use and Care Manual - Page 12

TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS Troubleshooting Tips... Before you call for service Problem Clothes shrink Greasy spots on clothes Lint on clothes Static occurs Possible Causes Some fabrics will naturally shrink when washed. Others can be safely washed, but will shrink in the dryer. 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 What To Do To avoid shrinkage, follow garment care labels exactly. Some items may be pressed back into shape after drying. If you are concerned about shrinkage in a particular item, do not machine wash or tumble dry it. 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 occurs. 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 Appliances dryers when used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Try a fabric softener. Adjust setting to Less Dry. Try a fabric softener. 12 49-3000367 Rev 1