Problem Possible Causes What To DoDryer doesn’t start Dryer is unplugged • Make sure the dryer plug is pushed completely intothe outlet.Fuse is blown/circuit breaker • Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and replaceis tripped fuse or reset breaker. NOTE: Most electric dryersuse 2 fuses/breakers.Thermal limiter tripped • Call authorized service person for replacement.Dryer doesn’t heat Fuse is blown/circuit breaker • Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and replaceis tripped, the dryer may both fuses or reset both breakers. Your dryer may tumbletumble but not heat if only one fuse is blown or one breaker is tripped.Dryer shakes or Some shaking/noise is normal. • Move dryer to an even floor space, or adjust leveling legsmakes noise Dryer may be sitting unevenly as necessary until even.Greasy spots on clothes Improper use of fabric softener • Follow directions on fabric softener package.Drying dirty items with • Use your dryer to dry only clean items. Dirty items canclean ones stain clean items and the dryer.Clothes were not • Sometimes stains which cannot be seen when the clothescompletely clean are wet appear after drying. Use proper washingprocedures before drying.Lint on clothes 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.Troubleshooting TipsSave time and money! Review the charts on the followingpages, or visit www.GEAppliances.com. You may not needto call for service.10Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsInstallation InstructionsBefore you call for service…