My dryer still won't work
Hi I posted a question a week ago here about my dryer not working but the solution did not end up working once I rechecked my work three times. I hoped the solution was related to power, but I rechecked the cord twice and it shows that it is okay (I initially checked only the outlet and breakers). The problem is that the dryer stopped working midcycle- although the timer switch still works, as does the start button, because the heating element activates. I changed the thermal fuse twice- each time caused the dryer to run for thirty minutes before stopped again- and have replaced the motor along with all four fuses (twice). I'm running out of things to diagnose. Help!
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jedi_marigold, having to change the thermal fuse and other fuses so often would lead me to think you have a short some where, check (all) wires/plugs/connections for loose,corrosion,damage,bare spots or burnt spots including timer contacts and heating element,etc., also check the door switch to see if it is loose/damaged and functioning.
by L Pfaff
It could be a dirty contact in the timer.
by DrGlowire
"replaced the motor along with all four fuses" are those the ones in your fuse box at your house? Replaced the motor, replaced the thermal fuse and still have issues with blowing fuses etc. after 30min? Is that correct?
by oldturkey03
Something isn't right. The heating element should not come on until the centrifugal switch in the motor opens/closes. That's a safety feature on all dryers. The motor has to be turning the dryer drum enough for the centrifugal switch to make the contact and complete the circuit to the heater. That switch is internal to the motor.
by LadyTech
Is the heating element coming on but the motor isn't?
A clogged vent or kinked vent hose will blow that thermal fuse.
by LadyTech
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