Dryer Repair

Jon P · #1 (**permalink**) 08-06-2008, 07:44 PM

Our dryer quit. It does nothing at all. No heat, drum doesn't turn, nothing. I tested the door switch and it is good. I also checked the breaker in my fuse box. There is no noise what so ever, not even a click. Timer settings or temp settings don't matter either. I was thinking maybe a start switch-relay?

richappy · #2 (**permalink**) 08-07-2008, 02:41 AM

Verify 230 volts to the dryer, then check the thermal fuse, a narrow white plastic item on the blower housing.

Jon P · #3 (**permalink**) 08-09-2008, 01:41 PM

richappy,
I have 230v to the dryer. So I tested that thermal fuse and found it is open. I ordered a new one and hope that is all that is wrong with it. Any reason why they fail? Old age? Thanks for your help. Much cheaper than replacing the dryer.

richappy · #4 (**permalink**) 08-10-2008, 04:03 AM

Sometimes they just wear out. You should check your ducting for a partial restriction that can overheat the dryer.

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Dryer Repair

Our dryer quit. It does nothing at all. No heat, drum doesn't turn, nothing. I tested the door switch and