E03
Stoves Heating Circuit Failure (Electric Models)

Dryer does not heat, E03 appears on display after a few minutes of running

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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

Open heating element, Failed high-limit thermostat, Failed thermal cut-out, Loose or burnt heater wiring connector

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the dryer and, for electric models, verify the breaker is off. Heating components can retain heat after shutdown.

  • Confirm power supply: For electric dryers, verify the double-pole breaker is not tripped and that you have full 240V at the outlet. A lost leg can cause no heat without other errors.
  • Access the heater assembly: Remove the rear panel (or lower front panel on some Stoves models) to access the heater housing.
  • Inspect wiring: Look for burnt connectors or loose spade terminals on the heater, thermostats, and thermal cut-out. Repair or replace damaged terminals.
  • Test the heating element: Disconnect the element leads and measure resistance with a multimeter. A typical element will show low resistance (e.g., 8–20Ω). If open (infinite resistance), replace the element.
  • Check thermostats and thermal cut-out: Test the high-limit thermostat and thermal cut-out for continuity at room temperature. Any open device must be replaced, and the cause of overheating (usually blocked vent) corrected.
  • Reassemble and test: After replacing faulty parts, reassemble panels, restore power, and run a heating cycle to confirm normal operation and that E03 is cleared.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Heating Element Assembly
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