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Dryer won't start. was drying a load and had a pair of tennis shoes in with the clothes. It stopped and now won't start back up. All lights, beeps etc. seem to work fine just won't start.

  • Anonymous May 11, 2010

    Is it making any noises? What is the make and model of the dryer? Is it electric or gas? When was the was the last time you used it with no problems? Have you recently noticed that you cloths are NOT drying in the same amount of time they use to, IE - you have to run the dryer 2, maybe even 3 times to dry what you use to dry in 1 cycle? What is the position of the dial? Is it humming? Is the door close completely - Any obstructions that would keep the door from closing all the way?

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As silly as this seems, did you make sure the door is completely closed. This is a common problem when drying tennis shoes. One time when I was living in an apt. complex, I went to check on my laundry, and my shoes were lying on the floor (with a couple of other fabrics). I then stood by and watched the remainder of the cycle, and next thing you know - the door opens up and throws out my shoes. Never would've believed it unless I seen it with my own eyes. I would turn everything off, and then go through your regular routine. If this doesn't work, feel free to contact me - and we can go to Plan B...:) Good Luck to you, Jim

  • Jim May 14, 2010

    Hi there,
    I'm not sure if you found your problem, but I just received your comment on my page - and wanted to know if you found the problem. If not, let me know. It sounds like we'd have to go to plan B. And that means its probably the switch that is connected to your dryer door. Once you open the door, its up in the right hand corner where the door opens and closes. These switches are famous for going out, and they're easy to change. They're about a $15.00 part too. Anyway, if you've found the problem great! If not, then feel free to let me know and I'll help you through it. Best of Luck to you! Jim

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