E16

GE Drum Motor Overload or Stall Detection

GE dryer shows E16 and may not start or may shut off when the drum attempts to turn.

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

Seized drum rollers, Worn drum glides, Foreign object jamming drum, Weak or failing drive motor

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Disconnect power and, for gas models, shut off gas.

Check for drum obstruction:

Open the door and try to rotate the drum by hand. It should turn smoothly.
If stiff or grinding, remove the front panel to inspect the drum support rollers, front glides, and felt seals.
Remove any foreign objects (coins, screws, clothing) caught between drum and front or rear bulkhead.

Inspect support components:

Spin each drum roller by hand; replace any that are noisy, flat-spotted, or seized.
Inspect front drum glides and felt; replace if worn through or missing.
Check the idler pulley for smooth rotation; replace if noisy or seized.
If the drum turns freely but E16 persists, test and replace the drive motor.

Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Drum Support Rollers

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