GE Spacemaker DCXH46 Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions

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21Customer ServiceTroubleshooting TipsOperating InstructionsSafety Instructions Installation InstructionsBefore you call for service…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 is • Check the building’s fuse/circuit breaker box andtripped replace fuse or reset breaker. NOTE: Electric dryersuse two fuses/breakers.Thermal limiter tripped • Check the vent for any obstructions. Call authorizedservice person for replacement, if necessary.Dryer doesn’t heat Fuse is blown/circuit breaker is • Check the building’s fuse/circuit breaker box andtripped, the dryer may tumble replace fuse or reset breaker. Your dryer may tumblebut not heat if only one fuse is blown or one breaker tripped.Gas service is off • Make sure gas shutoff at dryer and main shutoff arefully open.LP gas supply tank is empty • Refill or replace tank. Dryer should heat when utilityor there has been a utility service is restored.interruption of natural gas(gas models)Dryer shakes or makes Some shaking/noise is normal. • Move dryer to an even floor space, or adjustnoise Dryer may be sitting unevenly leveling legs as necessary until even.Greasy spots on clothes Improper use of fabric softener • Follow directions on fabric softener package.Drying dirty items with clean ones • Use your dryer to dry only clean items. Dirty items canstain clean items and the dryer.Clothes were not completely clean • Sometimes stains which cannot be seen when theclothes are wet appear after drying. Use properwashing procedures 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.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 first and you may not need to call for service.