Dryer shows E08 and may stop heating or not start; often related to fan or airflow monitoring.
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.
Possible Causes
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Disconnect mains power. Sharp metal edges inside the cabinet—wear gloves.
Inspection steps:
- Access the fan: On many Candy dryers, the fan is located at the front or side of the heater duct. Remove the relevant panel to expose it.
- Check for obstructions: Remove lint clumps, fabric pieces, or objects from the fan housing.
- Spin test: Rotate the fan by hand. It should spin freely without scraping. If stiff or noisy, the motor bearings may be worn.
- Check impeller: Ensure the plastic fan wheel is firmly attached to the motor shaft and not cracked.
- Electrical test: Verify continuity of the fan motor windings and check for supply voltage when the dryer is running (only if you are trained to work on live circuits).
Repair: Replace the fan motor or fan wheel if defective. After reassembly, clean all accessible ducts and filters to restore proper airflow.
Repair Difficulty
Required Part
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