Café Heating System Failure

Dryer runs but does not heat (no error code displayed)

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Safety Warning

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.

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Possible Causes

Open heating element, Failed gas igniter or gas valve coils (gas models), Blown thermal cutoff, Faulty cycling thermostat

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the dryer. For gas Café dryers, shut off the gas supply.

  • Confirm symptom: Run the dryer on high heat for 5–10 minutes and check if the drum interior is warm. If not, proceed.
  • Check basic airflow: Clean the lint filter and verify the exhaust vent is not blocked, as poor airflow can cause overheating and blown fuses.
  • Access heater components: Remove the rear panel (electric) or lower front panel (gas) to access the heater housing or burner assembly.
  • Test thermal cutoff and thermostats: Using a multimeter, test the thermal cutoff and cycling thermostat for continuity. Replace any open components.
  • Test heating element (electric): Measure resistance across the element terminals; replace if open.
  • Test igniter and coils (gas): For gas models, observe if the igniter glows when running. If it does not, test and replace the igniter. If it glows but the burner does not light, test and replace the gas valve coils.
  • Reassemble and test: After replacing faulty parts, reassemble the dryer and run a test cycle to confirm proper heating.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Heating Element Assembly
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