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Dryer Troubleshooting: Fix Common Problems

The first step towards a working Dryer is identifying the problem. Select one of our preferred guides below to diagnose and solve Dryer common issues.

Won't Start

Your clothes dryer is unresponsive, and will not turn on. Seems to be dead, but may show some signs of life.

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Dryer

Gas Dryer Not Heating

Is your gas dryer spinning, turning on, or starting loads, but not heating up? Does the dryer complete, but your clothes are still wet? Try these fixes!

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Dryer

Electric Dryer Not Heating

Your electric dryer isn't heating up.

Temperature
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Dryer

Making Loud Noise

Is your dryer grinding, thumping, rattling or rumbling, or a combination of these?

Sound
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Dryer

Not Spinning

Your dryer shows some life, but won't spin or tumble the clothes. It's not turning, though there may be a humming sound.

Mobility
Dryer
Dryer

Stops Mid Cycle

Your clothes dryer stops in the middle of a cycle.

Power
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Dryer

Smells Like Gas

Your dryer smells like it is leaking gas. The odor may be especially strong when you open the door on the dryer. Here are some steps to take to figure out what's wrong.

Smell
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Dryer

Not Heating

Your dryer spins, but is not heating up to dry the clothes.

Temperature
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Dryer

Squeaking

Your dryer is making those annoying squeaking, squealing noises as it runs.

Sound
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Dryer

Electric Dryer Overheating

Your electric clothes dryer is running too hot.

Temperature
Dryer
Dryer

Gas Dryer Overheating

Your gas dryer is running too hot.

Temperature
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Dryer

Smells Like It's Burning

Your dryer is making the room smell burnt. Maybe it's even making your clothes smell burnt. It may even be a little smoky. Let's look for the causes and work through the solutions.

Smell
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Dryer