If you are having dryer problems and you cannot even get the
thing to start, then you might want to start going through this check
list of possibilities. There are a number of things that can cause your dryer to not run.
A couple of the most common problems are the thermal fuse has blown or the door switch is not operating properly. On many dryers if the thermal fuse blows, the dryer will not run at all. This fuse can be checked with an ohm meter. It should show continuity if it is okay. If there is no continuity then you need to replace it and also find out what else failed. This is a safety device
that usually blows because something else allowed the dryer to get too
hot. It is usually located in the back of the dryer, on the blower
housing. Some are oval in shape and others are rectangular, usually with
two wires attached.
A defective door switch or a bent door switch lever can also cause you to have problems. If the lever is broken or bent it will not activate the switch. If the switch is broken, this also will not allow the dryer to be started.
The push (or turn) to start switch
can go bad, but is unlikely. To check this, hold it in or turn it and
then check to make sure you have continuity with an ohm meter.
If the dryer starts and then stops when the switch is released check the control board or the ?even heat? control on some model dryers. Some dryers have a belt break switch that can fail or your belt may be way loose or broken.
Check
for burn marks or burnt wires at the terminal block on your dryer, poor
connections can cause all kinds of problems. Also poor connections can
cause fires.
A bad power cord also falls into this same category.
Of course, always check that you have the proper voltage to the outlet that you are plugging into.
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Investigate these areas if your dryer is not starting:
Proper Voltage from the House
Your dryer may not be receiving adequate voltage to start. Make
sure your dryer is plugged in. Also, check the circuit breaker panel to
make sure all the circuit breakers are in the correct positions. Or
check to make sure no fuses in the fuse panel are blown. Try plugging
something else into the same outlet. If it won't work either, then there
is likely something wrong with the power outlet. Any of these could be
the reason power is not getting to your dryer. Also, refrain from using
an extension cord to plug your dryer in.
Door Switch
If your dryer's door switch is defective, it will not
allow your dryer to start. Test your dryer's door switch. If it is
defective, replace it.
Start Switch
A dryer cannot start if its start switch is
defective. Test your dryer's start switch. If it is defective, you will
have to replace it for your dryer to start again.
Thermal Fuse
A thermal fuse is a heat-sensitive fuse attached to
your dryer's exhaust duct (in most models) that is designed to blow if
the dryer overheats. A blown fuse would cause your dryer to not heat, or
to not work at all. Open up your dryer's cabinet and locate its thermal
fuse. Test the component. If it has blown, replace it.
Thermostat
A defective dryer thermostat could be what is
preventing your dryer from starting. Open up your dryer's cabinet. Test
each of your dryer's thermostats. Replace any that have become
defective.
Timer Motor
Your dryer's timer will not function properly if its
motor is malfunctioning. Open up your dryer's cabinet and locate its
motor. Test the component. If it is not functioning as it should,
replace either the motor itself, or the entire timer assembly.
Motor
A burned out motor could be what is keeping your
dryer from starting. Test your dryer's motor and if it is defective,
replace it. You will have to open your dryer in order to gain access to
its motor.
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