[FONT=Times New Roman][SIZE=3][COLOR=#000000]Dryer seems to be working normally but blows the 220 circuit breaker after 15-20 minutes. The breaker feels very hot. The dryer will not trip the breaker when the heat is off and just on fluff the breaker stays cool. [/COLOR][/SIZE][/FONT][COLOR=#120019][FONT=Verdana]Continuity test on the element and the thermostat showed no problem.[/FONT][/COLOR]
[COLOR=#120019][FONT=Verdana]A visual inspection of the element looks discolored but in good shape.[/FONT][/COLOR]
[COLOR=#120019][FONT=Verdana]Do you think it is the dryer or circuit breaker?[/FONT][/COLOR]
[COLOR=#120019][FONT=Verdana]Thanks,[/FONT][/COLOR]
[COLOR=#120019][FONT=Verdana]David [/FONT][/COLOR]
[quote=David H;242604][FONT=Times New Roman][SIZE=3][COLOR=#000000]Dryer seems to be working normally but blows the 220 circuit breaker after 15-20 minutes. The breaker feels very hot. The dryer will not trip the breaker when the heat is off and just on fluff the breaker stays cool. [/COLOR][/SIZE][/FONT][COLOR=#120019][FONT=Verdana]Continuity test on the element and the thermostat showed no problem.[/FONT][/COLOR]
[COLOR=#120019][FONT=Verdana]A visual inspection of the element looks discolored but in good shape.[/FONT][/COLOR]
[COLOR=#120019][FONT=Verdana]Do you think it is the dryer or circuit breaker?[/FONT][/COLOR]
[COLOR=#120019][FONT=Verdana]Thanks,[/FONT][/COLOR]
[COLOR=#120019][FONT=Verdana]David [/FONT][/COLOR][/quote]
David,
It is most likely a weak circuit breaker or loose wire in your electric panel. The Breaker cannot hold under the 20 amp draw when the heater circuit is energized,and opens after a period of time.
[quote=Joe / APP Team;242621]David,
It is most likely a weak circuit breaker or loose wire in your electric panel. The Breaker cannot hold under the 20 amp draw when the heater circuit is energized,and opens after a period of time.[/quote]
Thank you,
I’m having that checked out
David
[quote=David H;243077]Thank you,
I’m having that checked out
David[/quote]
I’m sure your electrician will be able to determine where the problem is.
It was a pleasure to assist you.