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GE Profile UltraFast Combination Washer / Dryer
GE Profile Washer Dryer Fault 353: Meaning and Fix
What it means
GE says code 353 indicates the combo lint filter is clogged, including possible fabric-softener residue.
Try this first
- Remove the lint filter.
- Separate the foam and plastic-mesh sections as instructed.
- Rinse them with warm water and use a soft-bristle brush to remove residue.
- Dry and reinstall the filter correctly.
- Run a wash-and-dry cycle to verify operation.
Can I keep using it?After completing GE's lint-filter cleaning steps, run the wash-and-dry verification cycle. If code 353 returns, use GE's model-specific support guidance before continuing troubleshooting.
Repair usually required?A repair is not the first step for code 353. GE's documented procedure is to clean and correctly reinstall the lint filter, then run a wash-and-dry cycle to verify operation.
If the error keeps returning
If 353 returns after the filter has been cleaned, dried, and correctly reinstalled, use the linked GE support source for additional guidance for your exact model.
Official source
Troubleshooting information verified against manufacturer support documentation.
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