GE DRSR495 - Manual (Page 13)

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Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Clothes take too long
to dry Improper sorting * Separate heavy items from lightweight items (generally,
a well-sorted washer load is a well-sorted dryer load).
Large loads of heavy fabrics
(like beach towels)
* Large, heavy fabrics contain more moisture and take
longer to dry. Separate large, heavy fabrics into smaller
loads to speed drying time.
Controls improperly set * Match control settings to the load you are drying.
Lint filter is full * Clean lint filter before every load.
Improper or obstructed
ducting
* Check installation instructions for proper
ducting/venting.
• Make sure ducting is clean, free of kinks and
unobstructed.
® Check to see if outside wall damper operates easily.
• Check the Installation Instructions to make sure the
dryer venting is correct.
Blown fuses or tripped
circuit breaker
* Replace fuses or reset circuit breakers. Since most dryers
use 2 fuses/breakers, make sure both are operating.
Overloading/combining loads * Do not put more than one washer load in the dryer
at a time.
Underloading ® If you are drying only one or two items, add a few items
to ensure proper tumbling.
Clothes are wrinkled Overdrying • Select a shorter drying time.
• Remove items while they still hold a slight amount of
moisture. Select a LESS DRY or DAMP DRY setting.
Letting items sit in dryer
after cycle ends
» Remove items when cycle ends and fold or hang
immediately.
Overloading ® Separate large loads into smaller ones.
Clothes shrink Some fabrics will naturally shrink
when washed. Others can be
safely washed, but will shrink
in the dryer ® To avoid shrinkage, follow garment care labels exactly.
® Some Items may be pressed back into shape after drying.
® If you are concerned about shrinkage In a particular
item, do not machine wash or tumble dry it.
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