Dryer runs but does not heat (no error code displayed)
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
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the dryer and shut off gas (for gas models) before servicing. High voltage and high temperatures are involved.
- Verify power supply: For electric dryers, check that the breaker is not partially tripped. The drum can run on 120V but heat requires full 240V.
- Clean lint and vents: Blocked airflow can blow safety devices. Clean the lint filter, internal ducts, and external vent thoroughly.
- Test thermal fuse and cutoff: Access the blower housing and heater assembly. Use a multimeter to test the thermal fuse and thermal cutoff for continuity. Replace any open devices and correct airflow issues.
- Check heating element: Test the element for continuity and for no continuity to ground. Replace if open or shorted.
- Inspect thermostats: Test the cycling thermostat and high-limit thermostat. Replace if defective.
If all components test good, the main control board heater relay or gas valve control (on gas models) may be faulty and should be checked by a technician.
Repair Difficulty
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