Troubleshooting, Common laundry problems

Troubleshooting

Most laundering problems are easily solved if you understand the cause. Check the following list for laundry problems you may have and their possible causes. Also refer to the next page for a dryer checklist which can help you solve some simple problems without calling for service. If you still need help, see “RequestingAssistance or Service” on page 19.

Common laundry problems

PROBLEM	CAUSE
Greasy spots	l	Dryer fabric softener improperly used. See manufacturer’s directions.
	l	Drying soiled items.
Lint	l	Full lint screen. (See page 10.)
	l Load not properly sorted.
	l Overdrying, especially synthetic fabrics that cause lint-attracting
		static electricity.
	l Load size too big or heavy.
	l Tissue or paper left in pockets.
	l Pilling (surface fuzz caused by normal wear and laundering)
		attracts lint.
Shrinking	l	Overdrying.
	l Fabric type and quality inappropriate for drying.
	l Dryer settings incorrect for fabric type.
	l Manufacturer’s care label instructions not followed.
Slow drying	l	Full lint screen.
	l Load too large and bulky to dry quickly.
	l Dryer located in room with temperature below 45°F (7°C).
	l Exhaust duct clogged, restricted, or too long.
Stains	l	Drying soiled items.
	l Dryer fabric softener improperly used. See manufacturer’s directions.
	l Dryer interior stained. (See page 11 for cleaning procedures.)
Static	l	Overdrying.
electricity	l Dryer fabric softener improperly used. See manufacturer’s directions.

	l Load includes synthetics, synthetic blends, permanent press, and knit
		fabrics that build up static electricity.
Wrinkling	l	Overloading.
	l Overdrying, especially permanent press, and synthetic fabrics.
	l Clothes left in dryer at end of cycle.