Problem Possible Cause Solution
Dryer Will Usinga regularfuse. Replace with a time-delayfuse.
Not Run Dryer doornot firmly closed. Close dryer door tightly.
(con't) PUSH TO START Button Press PUSH TO START Button again.
not firmly pressed.
Controls not set in an Reset controls in anON position.
ON position.
Lint in Load Lint screen is clogged. (;lean lint screen. Check for air
movement.
Improper sorting. Sort lint givers from lint takers
and by color.
Load is too big or heavy. Dry smaller loads so lint can be
carried to the lint screen.
Load isoverdried. Usecorrect dryer settings for fabric.
Overdrying can cause lint-attracting
static (see "OPERATION").
Paper or tissue in pockets. Clean out pockets before drying.
Pilling being mistaken for lint. Pilling (surface fuzz) is caused by
normal wear and laundering.
Stains on Load Improper useof fabric softener Use fabric softener sheets indryer. Add
in washer, atbeginning of cycle when load is cold.
Drying soiled items. Items need to be clean before
being dried.
Items Overdrying. Match dryer settings to fabric type
Shrinking (see "OPERATION").
Poor garment quality. Check quality ofgarment before
purchasing.
Manufacturer's care label Follow fabric care label instructions
instructions not followed, carefully.
Loads are Overloading. Dry smaller loads that can tumble freely.
Wrinkled Overdrying. Match dryer settings to fabric type
(see "OPERATION").
Remove load as soon as tumbling
stops.
Do not use dryer while these chemical
fumes are in the air.
Loadleft in dryer at the
end ofcycle.
Odors Household chemicals, paint,
or vamiish beingdrawn
into dryer.
Firstuseof dryerelement Will be gone afterthe first cycle.
(electrk"only).
Unusual Whistle - blocked lint screen Clean lint screen.
Sounds causes Lint Alert to activate.
Thumping of rollers when Thumpwill go away after 5 minutes
dryer has set. ofdrying.
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