Quick Fixes For Common Clothes Dryer Problems

Quick Fixes For Common Clothes Dryer Problems

Quick fixes and tips for repairing common clothes dryer problems.

Problem: Can’t turn the clothes dryer on
Cause:

No power is reaching the outlet

Door switch is damaged

Defect in the centrifugal switch

Solution:

Check the fuse box / circuit breaker

Check the switch and replace it if necessary

Check the switch and replace it if necessary

Problem: Motor runs, but the drum doesn’t turn
Cause:

Drum is blocked

Drive belt is broken

Idler wheel is broken

Support wheel is worn

Solution:

Open the unit and look for obstructions around the drum

Replace the belt

Check the assembly and replace it if necessary

Check the wheel and replace it if necessary

Problem: The drum turns, but nothing gets dry
Cause:

Clog in the lint trap

Safety thermostat is defective

Defect in the heating element

Timer is defective

Solution:

Clean the trap and the exhaust vent

Check the thermostat and replace it

Check the element and replace it

Check the timer and replace it

Problem: It takes too long to dry a load
Cause:

Clog in the lint trap or exhaust vent

Dryer is overloaded

Clothes are too wet

Solution:

Clean the trap and exhaust vent

Reduce the load and try again

Reduce the load