GE DVL223 - Manual (Page 20)

Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Dryer doesn’t start Dryer is unplugged • Make sure the dryer plug is pushed completely into
the outlet.
Fuse is blown/circuit breaker • Check the household Distribution Panel fuse/circuit
is tripped breaker box in your home, and replace fuse or reset
breaker. NOTE: Most electric dryers require your home
to use 2 fuses or a breaker.
Thermal limiter tripped • Call authorized service person for replacement.
Dryer doesn’t heat Fuse is blown/circuit breaker • Check the fuse/circuit breaker box in your home, and
is tripped, the dryer may replace fuse or reset breaker.
tumble but not heat
Gas service is off • Make sure gas shutoff at dryer and main shutoff are
fully open.
There are 2 fuses in the • Replace fuse.
household Distribution Panel
for the dryer circuit. If 1 of the
2 fuses in the household
Distribution Panel is blown,
the drum may turn but the heat
will not operate
Gas supply valve is not open • Check to make sure supply valve is open.
(gas models) See Installation Instructions for procedure.
Dryer does not have enough air • See Installation Instructions
supply to support the burner
flame (gas models)
LP gas supply tank is empty • Refill or replace tank. Dryer should heat when utility
or there has been a utility service is restored.
interruption of natural gas
(gas models)
Dryer shakes or Some shaking/noise is normal. • Move dryer to an even floor space, or adjust leveling legs
makes 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 can
clean ones stain clean items and the dryer.
Clothes were not • Sometimes stains which cannot be seen when the clothes
completely clean are wet appear after drying. Use proper washing
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 Tips
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