Gram
Overheat Trip Due to Blocked Airflow
Dryer stops after a few minutes and clothes are still wet; no error code.
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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
Severely blocked lint filter or ducts, Failed or weak drum fan/blower, Dirty condenser or heat exchanger, Faulty cycling thermostat
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the dryer and allow it to cool before inspection.
- Thorough cleaning: Clean the lint filter, exhaust hose, wall vent, condenser, and all accessible air passages. Remove lint mats from around the blower housing.
- Check blower operation: Access the blower wheel and ensure it is firmly attached to the motor shaft and not cracked. Replace if damaged.
- Test cycling thermostat: Use a multimeter to check the thermostat for proper operation. Replace if it opens too early or fails to reset.
- Monitor test cycle: After cleaning and repairs, run a monitored cycle and check that the dryer runs continuously without premature shutdown.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
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