Appliance Repair in Marietta, GA

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Appliance Repair in Marietta, GA

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25 May 2022 Dryer | Repair

Dryer is not heating, how to fix it

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One of the most common complaints on a dryer is that it is no longer heating. There are several reasons and we’ll explore some of the most common below. First we will discuss the parts that can fail which would cause a no heat complaint. Note that we are using a common, basic dryer for this example.

Parts that could cause a no heat compaint

Components located on the back of the dryer

Heating Element

Your heater can short to the cavity of the dryer or literally break in 2

High Limit Fuse

This is a safety fuse located on the heater housing. It is a one time use fuse. When it blows the dryer will turn on, but it will not heat.

High Limit Thermostat

This is a thermostat located on the heater housing. It is suppose to open and close when it reaches certain temperatures to prevent the dryer from overheating.

Operating Thermostat

This is the main operating thermostat for your dryer. Its main purpose is to regulate the temperature inside the dryer.

Thermal Fuse

This is another safety fuse located on the blower housing. This is a one time use fuse, when it blows the dryer will not start at all.

Dryer Power Supply Connection

Terminal Block

Your power cord is attached to the dryer using a terminal block like the picture to the left. If the connection is loose then over time it can burn up and lose power.

Power Cord

When the incorrect screws are used to connect the power cord, or the screws are not tightened all the way, eventually it will generate enough heat and burn up the connections. When this happens you will usually need to replace the cord, terminal block, and redo some wiring.

Dryer Timer

Mechanical Timer

Your dryers mechanical timer is the primary source of user input. Your dryer should have a timer chart located behind the back panel which will instruct you how to test your specific timer. If all other components check out, then this is your likely problem.

Control Board

Newer dryers have replaced the timer for a control board. The same concept still stands true, it is the primary source of user input. If all other compents check out, than the control board is the likely suspect.

How to Test These Parts

If you don’t have a multimeter then testing these parts is just a guessing game. The easiest way to test is to check continuity of each of the fuses/heating element. If you turn the multimeter to the OHMs setting, you will be able to put your leads onto each terminal and if the multimeter beeps then you know it has continuity (meaning it is good).

There are of course extraneous scenerios where further testing is necessary, but 99% of the time this is sufficient.

Case Study

Brand: Whirlpool / Kenmore
Model: 11068132414
Complaint: Not Heating
Initial thoughts: Shorted heating element or a blown thermal fuse due to clogged vent
Repairs done: Replaced heating element that had shorted (coil had burned into 2 pieces). Part # WP3387747

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25 May 2022 Dryer | Repair

Dryer Is Not Starting. What do I do?

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A dryer is an appliance that uses fairly simple components to dry your clothes. Everything boils down to using heated air to circulate through the wet clothes and dispelling moisture through vent tubing to the outside of your home. Inefficiencies in this system should always be repaired before they become larger issues.

Dryer not starting at all

· If you just moved or got a new dryer, make sure the cord is plugged in and the breaker is on and not tripped.

· If you have a gas dryer, make sure the gas shutoff valve is on

· Door switch. A broken door switch will prevent the dryer from starting at all. The best way to check the door switch is to unplug the dryer, press the door switch, and check for continuity with a multimeter

· Thermal fuse. Dryers have various thermal fuses. The fuse that is located on the blower housing will prevent the dryer from coming on if it is blown. This is a one time use fuse and will have to be changed to fix the dryer. You will also need to determine why the fuse was blown to prevent it from happening again. The most common reason is a clogged vent, but other reasons could be a shorted heating element or bad operating thermostat/thermistor.

· Broken belt. When the belt breaks, the idler pulley will fall and engage the belt switch. This switch is there to prevent the motor from starting when the belt is broken.

· Burned up power cord/terminal block. A burned-up power cord is a common occurrence if the cord was installed too loose. A loose connection builds up heat, and will eventually burn up. Unplug the dryer and check the terminal block to make sure that everything is attached securely.

· Timer/control board. Depending on what type of dryer you have, a shorted timer or control board can prevent the dryer from starting at all. You will have to refer to your specific wiring schematic to determine the best way to test these components.

To get the most out of your dryer, it is important to pay attention to early signs that your dryer isn’t working properly. Long dry times is the biggest indicator that you need to clean the vent. Unusual noises usually mean something is starting to fail and should be addressed before it turns into a bigger issue.

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