GE DRSR495 - Manual (Page 12)

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Before you call for service...
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Troubleshooting Tips
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages, or visit
ge.com. You may not need to call for service.
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
is tripped • Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and replace
fuse or reset breaker NOTE: Most electric dryers use
2 fuses/breakers.
Dryer doesn't heat Fuse is blown/circuit breaker is
tripped; the dryer may tumble
but not heat
• Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and replace
both fuses or reset both breakers. Your dryer may tumble
if only one fuse is blown or one breaker tripped.
Gas service is off • Make sure gas shutoff at dryer and main shutoff are
fully open.
Dryer shakes or
makes noise Some shaking/noise is normal.
Dryer may be sitting unevenly • Move dryer to an even floor space, or adjust 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 can
stain clean items and the dryer.
Clothes were not
completely clean • Sometimes stains which cannot be seen when the
clothes 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 STAT/C.
Overloading • Separate large loads into smaller ones.
Paper, tissue, etc. left in pockets • Empty all pockets before laundering clothes.
Static occurs No fabric softener was used • Try a fabric softener
• Bounce® Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheets have been
approved for use in all GE Dryers when used in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
Overdrying • Try a fabric softener
• Adjust setting to LESS DRY or DAMP DRY.
Synthetics, permanent press
and blends can cause static • Try a fabric softener
Inconsistent
drying times Type of heat • Automatic drying times will vary according to the type
of heat used (electric, natural or LP gas), size of load,
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types of fabrics, wetness of clothes and condition of
exhaust ducts.
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