F13
Whirlpool Dryer Temperature Sensor or Fan Fault

Washer-dryer combo shows F13 during drying cycle; drying does not start or stops quickly.

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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

Failed dryer NTC sensor, blocked dryer air duct, failed dryer fan motor, wiring fault in dryer temperature circuit

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the combo and allow time for internal components to cool before working near the dryer section.

Step-by-step checks:

  • Clean lint paths: Remove rear or front panels as needed to access the dryer air duct. Clean lint from the blower housing, ducting, and lint filter housing.
  • Inspect dryer fan: Spin the blower wheel by hand; it should rotate freely without wobble. Check for broken blades or obstructions.
  • Test dryer NTC: Locate the dryer temperature sensor on the heater housing or exhaust duct. Disconnect and measure resistance at room temperature (typically 10–20kΩ; verify spec). Replace if open, shorted, or far out of range.
  • Check wiring: Ensure all connectors in the dryer circuit are tight and undamaged.

When to replace: Replace a faulty dryer NTC or fan motor as needed. If components test good but F13 persists, the main control board may not be reading the sensor correctly and may require replacement.

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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Dryer Temperature Sensor (NTC)
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