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OCCURRENCE

POSSIBLE CAUSE

SOLUTION

Make sure the plug fits tightly in wall outlet.

Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse.

Make sure electrical line is not overloaded and the dryer
is on a separate circuit.

Call authorized service person for replacement.

Replace fuse.

Check to make sure supply valve is open. See
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for procedure.

See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.

Refill or replace tank.

Dryer should heat when utility service is restored.

Make sure all lint has been removed from the dryer lint
screen before starting each cycle.

Exhaust duct must be at least 4 inches in diameter and
made of rigid or flexible 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

 Drying Procedures

, page 10.

Clean out any obstruction.

Use a dehumidifier near the dryer.

Do not overload. See 

Drying Procedures

, page 10.

Remove items as soon as cycle ends.

See 

Drying Procedures

, page 10.

Follow fabric care label instructions.

Dryer does not start.

Dryer runs but won't

heat.

Drying cycle takes too

long, outside of the dryer

feels too hot or smells

hot.

Excessive wrinkling.

Electrical power cord is not securely
plugged in or plug may be loose.

House fuse blown or circuit breaker
tripped.

Thermal limiter tripped.

There are 2 house fuses in the dryer
circuit. If 1 of the 2 fuses is blown, the
drum may turn but the heater will not
operate.

Gas supply valve is not open (gas models).

Dryer does not have enough air supply to
support the burner flame (gas models).

LP gas supply tank is empty or there has
been a utility interruption of natural gas
(gas models).

Lint screen is clogged with lint.

Exhaust duct requirements have not been
met.

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.

Dryer is overloaded.

Items left in dryer too long.

Insufficient sorting of items.

Drying temperature too high.

DRYER

Summary of Contents for GLET1041AS2

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Page 2: ...e wash water These substances give off vapors that could ignite or explode Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE If the hot water system has not been used for such a period before using the washer turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes This will rel...

Page 3: ... grow teach them the proper safe use of all appliances Destroy the carton plastic bag and other packing materials after the laundry center is unpacked Children might use them for play Cartons covered with rugs bedspreads or plastic sheets can become airtight chambers Keeplaundryproductsoutofchildren sreach Topreventpersonal injury observe all warnings on product labels Before the laundry center is...

Page 4: ...s are moving Before loading unloading or adding items push in the cycle selector knob and allow the tub to coast to a complete stop before reaching inside To prevent injury do not reach into the dryer if the drum is moving Wait until the dryer has stopped completely before reaching into the drum A thermal limiter switch automatically turns off the dryer motor in the unlikely event of an overheated...

Page 5: ...ch could be damaged This also helps protect other items in the wash load Mend rips and tears to prevent further damage during washing Placedelicateitemssuchasbras shoulderpads hosiery andbeltsinamesh bag to prevent tangling during the wash cycle Turn knit items inside out to prevent pilling 3 Pretreat stains and heavy soil See Stain Removal pages 7 8 for details 4 Add a measured amount of detergen...

Page 6: ...ntoposition Fabric softener will be flushed from area under the built in fabric softener dispenserwhenLargeLoadWaterLevelisselected Ifabuild upoffabricsoftener occurs clean with hot water DO NOT REMOVE SERVICE CAP For models with a removable dispenser see picture below to the left 1 Attachfabricsoftenerdispensertotopofagitatorbypressingdowngently 2 Add softener to the dispenser following fabric so...

Page 7: ...r property comply with the basic warnings listed below Read and comply with all instructions on stain removal products Keep products in their original labeled containers and out of children s reach Thoroughly wash any utensil used Do not combine stain removal products especially ammonia and chlorine bleach Dangerous fumes may result Never wash items which have been previously cleaned in washed in ...

Page 8: ...from fabric Pretreat Wash using hottest water safe for fabric For heavy stains and tar apply nonflammable dry cleaning fluid to back of stain Replace towels under stain frequently Rinse thoroughly Wash using hottest water safe for fabric Some inks may be impossible to remove Washing may set some inks Use prewash stain remover denatured alcohol or nonflammable dry cleaning fluid Wash with chlorine ...

Page 9: ...pocket Overloading the washer Not enough detergent Undissolved detergent has left residue Static cling is attracting lint Load washed too long Pilling is normal with synthetic and permanent press fabrics This is due to abrasion from normal wear Undissolved detergent Some nonphosphate granular detergents can combine with hard water minerals to form a residue Overloading the washer Agitation time to...

Page 10: ... clean and in place 3 Load the dryer Theaverageloadwillfillthedrum1 3to1 2full Itemsneedroomtotumble freely for even drying and less wrinkling Do not overload dryer Whendryinglargeitems dryonly2or3atatime Fillouttheloadwithsmall and medium sized items For delicate or very small loads add 2 lint free towels for better drying less wrinkling and to prevent grease stains caused by fabric softener shee...

Page 11: ...he Soap and Detergent Association Use the drying rack to dry items which should not be tumbled Greasy oily stains Lint Pilling Fibers break off ball up and cling to fabric Shrinking Wrinkling Fabric softener sheet Overloading Overdrying causes static electricity Lint screen not clean when cycle began Lint is attached to pills Pilling is normal with synthetic and permanent press fabrics This is due...

Page 12: ...the bottom ofthedooropening Removebypullingstraightup Removethelintandreplace the screen Occasionallyawaxybuild upmayformonthelintscreenfromusingdryer added fabric softener sheets To remove this build up wash the lint screen in warm soapy water Dry thoroughly and replace Do not operate the dryer without the lint screen in place Ifthedryerdrumbecomesstainedfromnoncolorfastfabrics cleanthedrumwith a...

Page 13: ...s and turn items inside out Do not overload washer Stop washer and reduce load This is usually normal If sound continues washer is probably out of balance Stop washer and redistribute wash load Move laundry center so it rests firmly on solid floor Additional floor bracing may be needed Adjust leveling legs See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for details See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for removing shippin...

Page 14: ... and pressure increase Fully open hot and cold faucets Water pressure must be at least 30 psi 260 kPa Avoid running water elsewhere while washer is filling Straighten hoses Select higher water level load size Do not overload washer When control is set at highest fill level dry load level should not be higher than top row of circular holes in wash tub Measure hot water temperature at nearby faucet ...

Page 15: ...erload See Drying Procedures page 10 Remove items as soon as cycle ends See Drying Procedures page 10 Follow fabric care label instructions Dryer does not start Dryer runs but won t heat Drying cycle takes too long outside of the dryer feels too hot or smells hot Excessive wrinkling Electrical power cord is not securely plugged in or plug may be loose House fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped Th...

Page 16: ...s 3 Proper connection to a grounded power supply of sufficient voltage replacement of blown fuses repair of loose connections or defects in house wiring 4 Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing such as removal of trim cupboards shelves etc which are not a part of the appliance when it was shipped from the factory 5 Damages to finish after installation 6 Replacement of light bul...

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