17If Something Goes WrongBefore you call for serviceDryer Doesn’t StartDryer Doesn’t HeatDryer Shakes or MakesExcessive NoiseGreasy Spots on ClothesLint on ClothesDryer is unplugged • Make sure the dryer plug is pushedcompletely into the outlet.Fuse is blown/circuit • Check the house fuse/circuit breakerbreaker is tripped box and replace fuse or reset breaker.NOTE: Most electric dryers use two breakers.ProblemPossible Causes What to DoLint filter is full • Clean lint screen before each load.Improper sorting • Sort lint producers (like chenille) fromlint collectors (like corduroy).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.Improper use of fabric softener • Follow directions on fabric softener package.Drying dirty items with • Use your dryer to dry only clean items. Dirtyclean ones items can stain clean items and the dryer.Clothes were not completely • Sometimes stains which cannot be seen whenclean the clothes are wet “appear” after drying. Useproper washing procedures before drying.Some shaking/noise is normal. • Move dryer to an even floorspace, or adjustDryer may be sitting unevenly as necessary until even.Fuse is blown/circuit breaker • Check the house fuse/circuit breaker boxis tripped, the dryer may and replace fuse or reset breaker.tumble but not heatGas service is off • Make sure gas shutoff at dryer and mainshutoff are fully open.