Common Drying Problems
Many drying problems involve poor cleaning results, poor soil and stain removal, residues of lint and scum, and fabric damage.
For satisfactory drying results, follow these suggestions provided by The Soap and Detergent Association.
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSES
Greasy, oily
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Fabric softener sheet.
stains
Lint
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Overloading.
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Overdrying causes static
electricity.
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Lint screen not clean when
cycle began.
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Lint is attached to "pills."
Pilling
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Overdrying.
(Fibers break off,
ball up and cling
to fabric.)
Shrinking
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Temperature too high.
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Overdrying.
Wrinkling
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Overloading.
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Leaving items in dryer after
cycle ends.
Avoid Service Checklist
Before calling for service, review this list. It may save both time and expense. The list includes common occurrences that are
not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this dryer.
OCCURRENCE
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Dryer does not start.
Electrical power cord is not securely plugged in or plug
may be loose.
House fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped.
Thermal limiter tripped.
Dryer runs but won't
There are 2 house fuses in the dryer circuit. If 1 of the 2 fuses is
heat.
blown, the drum may turn but the heater will not operate.
Drying cycle takes too
Lint fi lter is clogged with lint.
long, outside of the
dryer feels too hot or
Exhaust duct requirements have not been met.
smells hot.
Electric dryer is connected to a 208 volt circuit.
Drying procedures have not been followed.
Outside exhaust hood or exhaust duct may be clogged or
restricted.
High humidity.
Excessive wrinkling.
Dryer is overloaded.
Items left in dryer too long.
Insuffi cient sorting of items.
Drying temperature too high.
Scratching or chip-
Foreign objects such as coins, pins, clips or buttons are
ping of the drum
inside the dryer.
fi nish.
Permanently attached items such as belt buckles, zippers
and fasteners may be hitting the inside of the drum.
SOLUTIONS
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Rub fabric softener stains with bar
soap. Rinse and rewash.
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Reduce load size and rewash using
liquid fabric softener in the fi nal
rinse.
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Or, add a fabric softener sheet and
tumble without heat.
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Use lint brush or roller to remove lint.
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Use a lint brush or shaver to remove
pills.
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Irreversible condition.
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Reduce load size and tumble at me-
dium or low heat for 5-10 minutes.
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Remove items immediately. Hang or fold.
SOLUTION
Make sure the plug fi ts tightly in wall outlet.
Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse.
Make sure electrical line is not overloaded and the dryer is on a sepa-
rate circuit.
Call authorized service person for replacement.
Replace fuse.
Make sure all lint has been removed from the dryer lint fi lter before
starting each cycle.
Exhaust duct must be at least 4 inches in diameter and made of rigid or
semi-rigid metal.
When in place, the duct must have no more than two 90° bends and
must not exceed length listed in INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.
Drying time will be 20% longer than drying on a 240 volt circuit.
See "Operating Instructions."
Clean out any obstruction.
Use a dehumidifi er near the dryer.
Do not overload. See "Operating Instructions."
Remove items as soon as cycle ends.
See "Operating Instructions."
Follow fabric care label instructions.
Always remove foreign objects from pockets before laundering. Re-
move objects from drum and restart dryer.
It may be necessary to sew a scrap of material securely around orna-
ments before drying to prevent scratching and damage to the dryer.
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PREVENTIVE MEASURES
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Add a few bath towels to small loads for
proper tumbling.
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Some "silk-like" fabrics should be air dried.
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Use proper drying temperature.
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Place fabric softener sheet on top of load
before starting the dryer.
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Do not overload dryer.
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Use fabric softener in washer or dryer to
reduce static electricity.
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Remove items when they are slightly damp
to avoid overdrying.
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Check that lint fi lter is clean and in place.
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Use fabric softener to lubricate fi bers.
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When ironing, use spray starch or fabric
fi nish on collars and cuffs.
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Turn items inside out to reduce abrasion.
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Follow fabric care label directions.
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If shrinking is a concern, check load often.
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Remove items while slightly damp and
hang or lay fl at to complete drying.
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Block knits into shape.
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Do not overload dryer.
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Remove items as soon as cycle ends.
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