Customer Questions and Answers for Lint Filter by Ge

The Lint Filter is an OEM component for GE clothes dryers. Located inside the dryer cabinet behind the door, this filter screens lint and other debris from the air stream before it is recirculated during the drying cycle. Consistent lint filtering is essential for safety and performance.

Causes of a lint filter becoming clogged or damaged could be a failure to clean after each use, dryer vent duct restrictions slowing airflow, or material deterioration from heat and extended use.  

Symptoms of a bad lint filter include:

• Slow or inefficient drying times  
• Excessive warmth of the cabinet, burner housing or vent ductwork
• Burned lint smell or visible lint buildup in the duct or venting area
• Tripped thermal fuses or blown heating elements due to restricted airflow

This OEM GE part can also be used on Hotpoint, RCA, and Kenmore/Sears appliances.