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 “Requesting Assistance or Service” on page 19.
Common laundry problems
‘ROBLEM CAUSE
sreasy spots l Dryer fabric softener improperly used. See manufacturer’s directions.
l Drying soiled items.
*Full lint screen. (See page 10.) |
l Load not properly sorted.
l Overdrying, especially synthetic fabrics that cause
l Load size too big or heavy.
OTissue or paper left in pockets.
*Pilling (surface fuzz caused by normal wear and laundering) attracts lint.
shrinking *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. |
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| 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. |
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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. |
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l Load includes synthetics, synthetic blends, permanent press, and knit fabrics that build up static electricity.
Wrinkling .Overloading.
*Overdrying, especially permanent press, and synthetic fabrics.
.Clothes left in dryer at end of cycle.