Dryer shows E1 and may not heat or may shut off quickly.

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

Possible Causes

Open exhaust thermistor, Broken thermistor lead, Disconnected thermistor harness, Corroded connector at control

Safety first: Unplug the dryer before servicing.

Locate thermistor: Remove the rear panel and find the exhaust thermistor on the blower housing or exhaust duct.
Check connections: Ensure the thermistor connector is fully seated and free of corrosion.
Test thermistor: Disconnect and measure resistance with a multimeter. An open reading indicates failure. Replace with the correct Amana thermistor.
Reassemble and test: Reinstall panels, restore power, and run a test cycle to confirm E1 is cleared.

Medium 3/5

Exhaust Thermistor

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