E20
Montpellier Motor Overload / Overheating Protection

Dryer shows E20 and may stop with little or no drum movement.

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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

Overloaded drum with heavy items, Stiff or seized drum support rollers, Failing motor bearings

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the dryer and allow it to cool for at least 30 minutes.

  • Reduce load: Remove some items from the drum, especially heavy towels or bedding, and try a smaller load.
  • Check drum rotation: With the dryer off, rotate the drum by hand. If it feels rough, noisy, or very stiff, inspect the rear bearing and front felt/rollers.
  • Inspect belt and pulleys: Remove the rear panel and check that the belt is correctly tensioned and that the idler pulley spins freely.
  • Test again: After adjustments, run a short cycle. If E20 recurs quickly with a light load, the motor may be overheating internally and should be replaced.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Drum Drive Motor
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