Ikea Overheating Protection Trip

Dryer stops after a few minutes and clothes are still very wet, no error code shown

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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

Blocked airflow, Failing motor overheating, High-limit thermostat tripping, Dryer installed in very hot environment

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the dryer and allow it to cool completely before working on it.

  • Clean all airflow components: Clean lint filter, condenser/heat exchanger, and internal ducts as described in airflow-related entries.
  • Check installation conditions: Ensure the dryer has adequate clearance around it and is not installed in a confined, unventilated cabinet without proper airflow.
  • Inspect motor and thermostats: Access the motor and heater housing. Check that the motor cooling fan is intact and that thermostats are firmly attached to the ducts.

If the dryer repeatedly stops after a short time even with clean airflow, a failing motor or thermostat may be overheating and should be tested and replaced as needed.

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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

High-Limit Thermostat
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