12
before calling for service
The lint trap filter is full
Clean the filter screen before each load.
problem
possible causes
what to do
Lint on the clothing
You didn’t use fabric softener
Try a fabric softener.
Synthetics, permanent press
and mictures can cause static
Try a fabric softener.
There’s static
electricity
Type of heat
The automatic dry times vary according to
the type of heat used (electric, natural gas
or LP), the size of the load, the type of
fabrics, the dampness of the clothing, and
the state of the exhaust ducts.
Inconsistent dry
times
Incorrect sorting
Separate heavy articles from light ones
(generally a load that is well sorted for
the washing machine is also well sorted
for the dryer).
Large loads of heavy
fabrics (such as beach towels)
Large and heavy fabrics retain more
moisture and require a longer time to
dry. Divide large and heavy fabrics into
smaller loads to shorten the dry time.
Controls put in the wrong
positions
Adjust the controls to the right settings for
the load to be dried.
The clothing takes
too long to dry
Inappopiate sorting
Separate items that shed (like chenille)
from those that collet lint (like corduroy).
Static electricity can attract
lint
See the suggestions in this section under
the subtittle
Static
.
Overloading
Divide large loads into small ones.
The clothing came ouy too dry
Try a fabric softener.
Adjust the controls to dry less.
The lint trap filter is full
Clean the lind trap filter before every load.
Wrong or obstructed duct
Review the installation instructions to
achieve appropriate ventilation.
Make sure that the duct is clean and free
of kinks and obstructions.
Check to make sure that the vent damper
is working freely.
Review the installation instructions to
make sure that the dryer’s ventilation is
correct.
Paper, tissues, etc. in the
pockets of clothing
Empty all pockets before washing and
drying clothes.
