Kenmore
No Power or Main Control Not Energized
Dryer is completely dead; no lights, no display, no response
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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
Tripped breaker, blown house fuse, faulty power cord, open thermal fuse, failed main control board
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety First: Turn off the breaker before inspecting wiring. 240V can be lethal.
Steps:
- Check power source: Verify the outlet has proper voltage with a multimeter. Reset any tripped breakers.
- Inspect power cord: Check for damage or burns at the plug and along the cord. Replace if damaged.
- Terminal block: Remove the rear cover and inspect the terminal block for burned or loose connections.
- Test thermal fuse: Locate the thermal fuse on the blower housing and test for continuity. Replace if open and correct any venting issues.
- Main control: If power and thermal fuse are good but the dryer is still dead, the main control board may be defective and require replacement.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
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