Is your clothes dryer failing to generate the warmth needed to dry your laundry effectively? In this guide, we’ll walk you through the steps to diagnose and resolve the issue, ensuring your dryer functions at its best.
“Ignite Your Dryer’s Performance with Our Troubleshooting Guide”
Dryer Not Heating
Don’t let a non-heating dryer disrupt your daily routine. Dive into this guide to identify potential problem areas and troubleshoot your dryer effectively.
Possible Damaged Parts:
- Heating Element
- Thermal Fuse
- Igniter
- High-Limit Thermostat
- Cycling Thermostat
- Gas Valve Solenoid
- Control Board
- Timer
Troubleshooting Guide:
- Check Power Supply: Ensure the dryer is plugged in and receiving power. Replace any blown fuses or reset circuit breakers.
- Lint Filter and Vent: Clean the lint filter and inspect the vent for blockages. A clogged vent can impede airflow and cause heating problems.
- Heating Element: Test the heating element for continuity using a multimeter. Replace it if there is no continuity.
- Thermal Fuse: Check the thermal fuse for continuity. If it’s blown, replace it and investigate the cause of overheating.
- Igniter: Inspect the igniter for visible damage or cracks. If it’s defective, it won’t ignite the gas, and the dryer won’t heat.
- Thermostats: Test the high-limit and cycling thermostats for continuity. Replace any malfunctioning thermostats.
- Gas Dryers Only – Gas Valve Solenoid: On gas dryers, test the gas valve solenoids for continuity. Replace any faulty solenoids.
- Control Board: If all else checks out, consider the control board. It could be the source of the issue if it fails to send the signal for heating.
- Timer: Ensure the timer is advancing correctly. If it’s stuck or not progressing, it may affect the heating cycle.
- Professional Service: If you’ve exhausted these troubleshooting steps and your dryer still isn’t heating, it’s advisable to consult a professional technician for a comprehensive diagnosis and repair.
By following these steps, you can efficiently diagnose and resolve the heating issue in your clothes dryer, keeping your laundry routine smooth and hassle-free.
Please note that this troubleshooting guide is applicable to leading brands such as Amana, Inglis, Frigidaire, Kenmore, Whirlpool, and many others.
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The Common Damaged Washer & Dryer Parts
Here are some frequently damaged washer and dryer parts. You can easily find these parts and compare prices on eBay below.
- 303373K Dryer Roller Wheel Drum Support Belt Kit
- 3395654 Kenmore Whirlpool Dryer Motor
- 3976576 Kenmore Dryer Timer
- 3978918 Whirlpool Dryer Control Board
- 4581EL2002C(4pcs) 4561EL3002A & 4400EL2001A Dryer Repair Kit Replacement for LG
- 5231EL1001C Dryer Lint Screen Filter Replacement Fit for LG Dlex5170w Dley1201v
- 5304521513 Dryer Control Board
- 5304513609 OEM Electrolux Dryer Blower Wheel
- 5304533220 Frigidaire Stack Unit Washer/Dryer Fill Hose
- 5304508358 Frigidaire Kenmore Dryer Lint Filter Housing
- 63407190 Maytag Dryer Control Board
- 688210 Kenmore Dryer Timer Used
- 8546219 OEM Refurbished Whirlpool Dryer Control
- 8559430 Kenmore Dryer Control Panel & Interface Board
- 8558763 Kenmore Dryer Control Panel & Interface Board
- 134345100 134523200 Frigidaire Dryer Control Electrolux (Refurbished)
- 134701310 Frigidaire Kenmore Dryer Lint Filter Housing
- 3395652 WP279827 Dryer Motor for Whirlpool Roper Kenmore PS334304 AP3094245
- 341241 Genuine OEM Kenmore Whirlpool Dryer Belt
- 4561EL3002A & 4400EL2001A Dryer Repair Kit Replacement for LG
- 4581EL2002C(4pcs) Dryer Repair Kit Replacement for LG
- 5304513609 New Genuine OEM Electrolux Dryer Blower Wheel
- 5304533220 5304508358 Frigidaire Stack Unit Washer/Dryer Fill Hose
- 5231EL1001C Dryer Lint Screen Filter Replacement Fit for LG Dlex5170w Dley1201v
- 63719670 Maytag Dryer Interface Control Board
- 688210 Kenmore Dryer Timer Used
- Certified Appliance Accessories 4-Prong Dryer Cord
- DC92-00319B Samsung Dryer User Interface Control Board
- DC92-00322U Samsung Dryer Control Board
- DC92-01606B Samsung Dryer Control Board
- DC92-01607G Samsung Dryer Control Board
- DC92-01736A Samsung Dryer Control Board
- DC92-01896A Samsung Dryer Control Board
- DC92-02527E Samsung Dryer Control Board
- DC61-04159A Samsung Washer Dryer Stacking Kit
- DC62-30042A Samsung Dryer Water Inlet Valve
- EBR62707647 LG Dryer Main Control Board
- EBR74329401 LG Dryer Interface Control Board
- EBR80198608 LG Dryer Control Board
- Genuine OEM 341241 Kenmore Whirlpool Dryer Belt
- Genuine OEM 3976576 Kenmore Dryer Timer
- Genuine Whirlpool Dryer Control 8546219 Same Day Ship & 60 Days Warranty
- Genuine Whirlpool Dryer Control Board W11178025 Same Day Ship & 60 Days Warranty
- GE Dryer Lint Screen Filter P# WE18M34 WE19M10011
- GE Dryer Timer WE04X25280 AP6032628 PS11763067
- GE Washer Dryer Main Control Board P#234D2617G001 WH16X27251
- Kenmore 688210 Dryer Timer Used
- Kenmore 8558763 Dryer Control Panel & Interface Board
- Kenmore Whirlpool 3395654 Dryer Motor
- LG EBR62707647 Dryer Main Control Board
- LG EBR74329401 Dryer Interface Control Board
- Maytag 63719670 Dryer Interface Control Board
- Maytag 6 3407190 Dryer Control Board
- NEW OEM Electrolux Dryer Blower Wheel 5304513609
- New Genuine OEM Whirlpool Dryer Push To Start Switch WPW10117655
- OEM Refurbished Whirlpool Dryer Control 8546219 Same Day Ship & 60 Days Warranty
- Samsung DC61-04159A Washer Dryer Stacking Kit
- Samsung DC92-00319B Dryer User Interface Control Board
- Samsung DC92-00322U Dryer Control Board
- Samsung DC92-01606B Dryer Control Board
- Samsung DC92-01607G Dryer Control Board
- Samsung DC92-01736A Dryer Control Board
- Samsung DC92-01896A Dryer Control Board
- Samsung DC92-02527E Dryer Control Board
- Samsung DC47-00022A Gas Dryer Igniter Replacement
- Vintage Dryer Timer Motor M006 3W JZ 2A5319
- WE04X25280 Dryer TIMER Fits Old Numbers WE04X25280
- Whirlpool 3389441 Dryer Door Catch
- Whirlpool 3978918 Dryer Control Board
- Whirlpool 4581EL2002C(4pcs) 4561EL3002A & 4400EL2001A Dryer Repair Kit Replacement for LG
- Whirlpool 5231EL1001C Dryer Lint Screen Filter Replacement Fit for LG Dlex5170w Dley1201v
- Whirlpool WP694419 Dryer Buzzer
- Whirlpool WPW10111606 Dryer Main Control Board
- Whirlpool WPW10186032 Dryer Timer Control
- and more ..
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