GE 465 owner manual Before you call for service…, Problem Possible Causes What To Do

Before you call for service…

Troubleshooting Tips

Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and 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	• Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and
	tripped	replace fuse or reset breaker. NOTE: Most electric
		dryers use two fuses/breakers.
Dryer doesn’t heat	Fuse is blown/circuit breaker is	• Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and
	tripped, the dryer may tumble	replace fuse or reset breaker.
	but not heat
	Gas service is off	• Make sure gas shutoff at dryer and main shutoff are
		fully open.
Dryer shakes or makes	Some shaking/noise is normal.	• Move dryer to an even floor space, or adjust
noise	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 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 STATIC.
	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 controls for less drying.
	Synthetics, permanent press and • Try a fabric softener.
	blends can cause static
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,
		types of fabrics, wetness of clothes and condition of
		exhaust ducts.

13

Safety Instructions

Operating Instructions

Troubleshooting Tips

Customer Service