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Dryer Problems


10 Most Common Problems

1. Dryer will not operate
  • No AC power at outlet
    • Transfer to electrician
  • Defective door switch
  • Defective push to start switch
  • Defective thermal fuse
  • Defective timer
  • Defective motor
2. Dryer will not shut off
  • Defective timer
  • Heating element shorted to ground
3. Machine temperature to hot
  • Thermostats defective
4. Drum will not turn - motor runs
  • Drive belt broke
  • Idler pulley defective
5. Drive motor runs with door open
  • Defective door switch
6. Drive motor will not run
  • Defective timer
  • Defective motor
  • Open thermal fuse
7. Dryer will not heat
  • Element burned open
  • Defective thermostat
  • Defective motor start switch
  • Drum seals worn excessively
8. Drum light does not light
  • Defective door switch
  • Bulb blown
9. Machine noisy
  • Support rollers worn excessively
  • Idler pulley worn excessively
  • Blower wheel broken
10. Clothes not drying - heater ok
  • Blocked exhaust
  • Lint screen plugged
  • Thermostats defective

Dryer Problems

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