Dryer displays E08 and may not heat; fan may run intermittently

Safety first: Unplug the dryer. Heating components can retain heat; allow to cool before touching.

• Visual inspection of heater: Remove the rear panel to access the heater housing. Check for burnt spots, broken coils (on visible element types), or discolored connectors.
• Test the heating element: Disconnect the element terminals and measure resistance with a multimeter. A typical Hoover dryer element will show a low but finite resistance (e.g., 20–40 Ω). If it reads open circuit, replace the heater assembly.
• Check thermostats and cut-outs: Test continuity across thermostats on the heater housing. Replace any that are open when at room temperature (unless they are manual reset types that can be reset).
• Inspect wiring: Look for heat-damaged wires or loose spade terminals. Repair or replace as needed.
• Control board relay: If the heater and wiring are good but E08 persists and the heater never energizes, the heater relay or triac on the PCB may be faulty. This typically requires PCB repair or replacement by a professional.