I am getting blinking lights and the error code e68 on my dryer. The dryness key seems to be the issue. I have pressed the button and it does not appear to be stuck. I followed the diganostic instructions on a posted thread and was able to enter the test mode, however when i went to the 4th turn and started to test the buttons the dryness lights kept lighting up. I have read other posts and saw comments that this error code could mean a bad control board or a bad interface or could it be a bad button?
Does anyone have any suggestions?
[quote=rickh60;303299]I am getting blinking lights and the error code e68 on my dryer. The dryness key seems to be the issue. I have pressed the button and it does not appear to be stuck. I followed the diganostic instructions on a posted thread and was able to enter the test mode, however when i went to the 4th turn and started to test the buttons the dryness lights kept lighting up. I have read other posts and saw comments that this error code could mean a bad control board or a bad interface or could it be a bad button?
Does anyone have any suggestions?[/quote]
Rick,
If you’re sure that none of the buttons are stuck or sticky,
You’ll need the control board
The interface, and your buttons are in essence,the same thing.
Good Luck,
Joe,
Thanks for the quick reply. I tried the needle trick to unstick the button but it didn’t seem to be stuck. When I push the button I can hear it click in and out to I assume it is not stuck. Do you agree? I want to make sure before i spend the money for a new control panel. Also, do you have any links on how to access the control panel?
Thanks,
rickh60
[quote=Joe / APP Team;303353]Rick,
If you’re sure that none of the buttons are stuck or sticky,
You’ll need the control board
The interface, and your buttons are in essence,the same thing.
Good Luck,
:)[/quote]
[quote=rickh60;303374]Joe,
Thanks for the quick reply. I tried the needle trick to unstick the button but it didn’t seem to be stuck. When I push the button I can hear it click in and out to I assume it is not stuck. Do you agree? I want to make sure before i spend the money for a new control panel. Also, do you have any links on how to access the control panel?
Thanks,
rickh60 
:)[/quote]
Rick,
I agree , I dont’ think you have a bad button , But , we’ll know in a few minutes.
Here are the teardown instructions for the console, control board and the interface(buttons).
Let us know how things go …
[LEFT][FONT=Arial,Bold]Removing the top panel:[/FONT][/LEFT]
[LEFT][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2]1. The top panel is held in place in the front by (3)[/SIZE][/FONT][/LEFT]
[SIZE=2][FONT=Arial]plastic tabs on the console[/FONT][/SIZE]
[SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial]SIZE=2 metal tabs (one on each side)[/SIZE][/FONT]
[LEFT][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2]2. Remove the (2) screws, slide the top back about[/SIZE][/FONT][/LEFT]
[SIZE=2][FONT=Arial]1/2 inch and lift the top off.[/FONT][/SIZE]
[LEFT][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][FONT=Arial,Bold]Removing the console:[/FONT][/FONT][/SIZE][FONT=Arial][/LEFT]
[LEFT][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2]1. Disconnect the dryer from electrical supply and[/SIZE][/FONT]
[SIZE=2][FONT=Arial]remove the top panel.[/FONT][/SIZE]
[SIZE=2][FONT=Arial]2. Remove the(4) screws, (2)oneach side,holding the[/FONT][/SIZE]
[SIZE=2][FONT=Arial]console to the front panel and roll the console[/FONT][/SIZE][/LEFT]
[SIZE=2][FONT=Arial]forward[/FONT][/SIZE]
[LEFT][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][FONT=Arial,Bold]Removing the control board:[/FONT][/FONT][/SIZE][FONT=Arial][/LEFT]
[LEFT][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2]1. Disconnect the dryer from electrical supply and[/SIZE][/FONT]
[SIZE=2][FONT=Arial]remove the top panel.[/FONT][/SIZE]
[SIZE=2][FONT=Arial]2. Removethe console.[/FONT][/SIZE]
[SIZE=2][FONT=Arial]3. Remove the (5) screws holding the control board to[/FONT][/SIZE][/LEFT]
[SIZE=2][FONT=Arial]the console and lift to control off[/FONT][/SIZE]
[LEFT][/SIZE][/FONT][/SIZE][/FONT][/SIZE][/FONT][/SIZE][/FONT][/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial,Bold]Removing the control board’s rear cover:[/FONT][/LEFT]
[LEFT][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2]1. Disconnect dryer from the electrical supply and[/SIZE][/FONT][/LEFT]
[SIZE=2][FONT=Arial]remove the control board[/FONT][/SIZE]
[LEFT][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2]2. Release the two locking tabs and roll the cover off of[/SIZE][/FONT][/LEFT]
[SIZE=2][FONT=Arial]the control[/FONT][/SIZE]
[LEFT][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][FONT=Arial,Bold]Removing the interface board:[/FONT][/FONT][/SIZE][FONT=Arial][/LEFT]
[LEFT][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2]1. Disconnect dryer from the electrical supply and[/SIZE][/FONT]
[SIZE=2][FONT=Arial]remove the control board.[/FONT][/SIZE]
[SIZE=2][FONT=Arial]2. With thecontrol boardremoved, the interface board[/FONT][/SIZE][/LEFT]
[SIZE=2][FONT=Arial]will lift out.[/FONT][/SIZE]
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[/SIZE][/FONT][/SIZE][/FONT][/FONT][/SIZE][/SIZE][/FONT][/FONT][/SIZE][/SIZE][/FONT][/FONT][/SIZE][/SIZE][/FONT]
Joe,
I followed the directions, accessed the control panel and checked the buttons. The selector button was not stuck as you thought and i ordered the new board. 
Thanks again for all your help. This is an easy repair and is saving me a serivce call. 
Thanks again
rickh60
[quote=rickh60;303843]Joe,
I followed the directions, accessed the control panel and checked the buttons. The selector button was not stuck as you thought and i ordered the new board.
Thanks again for all your help. This is an easy repair and is saving me a serivce call.
Thanks again
rickh60[/quote]
Rick,
Great job,
Glad to have helped,
You’re saving a lot more than just a service call.
Drop us a line, and let us know how things went.
Good Luck,
Folks, there are lots of references on the web suggesting that the E68 error code for the Frigidaire Affinity dryer is due to either a stuck button on the panel or a defective central control board. In my case neither of these were the reason. The reason turned out to be a burned out thermostat. In fact, when I mentioned to the repairman that the net suggested the problem was either a stuck button or a bad CCB he looked at me like I am from out of space. He said the most common problem in that case is with the thermostat.
Note that the thermostat is not easy to get to. The machine has to be opened up completely and the thermostat is situated somewhere below in the back. Good luck!
[quote=rm999;761494]Folks, there are lots of references on the web suggesting that the E68 error code for the Frigidaire Affinity dryer is due to either a stuck button on the panel or a defective central control board. In my case neither of these were the reason. The reason turned out to be a burned out thermostat. In fact, when I mentioned to the repairman that the net suggested the problem was either a stuck button or a bad CCB he looked at me like I am from out of space. He said the most common problem in that case is with the thermostat.
Note that the thermostat is not easy to get to. The machine has to be opened up completely and the thermostat is situated somewhere below in the back. Good luck![/quote]
RM,
Thanks for the update and information. Was the E68 error the only issue ?
Anything is possible, but a “burned out thermostat” usually wouldn’t create a “stuck button” error code.
Thanks,
Joe,
I have an E68 code on my frigidaire dryer. I took the dryer apart and found the tech dryer sheet. When I try the first step of the test sequence (hold the start and pause button) I get a rE5 code and I can’t go any further. The only thing I can think of is either I don’t know what frigidaire considers 12 o’clock position or the board is really screwed up. The board is rather expensive and I wanted to run the tests before I invested in a new one. Any help would be apreciated.
[quote=jonnypud9;762464]Joe,
I have an E68 code on my frigidaire dryer. I took the dryer apart and found the tech dryer sheet. When I try the first step of the test sequence (hold the start and pause button) I get a rE5 code and I can’t go any further. The only thing I can think of is either I don’t know what frigidaire considers 12 o’clock position or the board is really screwed up. The board is rather expensive and I wanted to run the tests before I invested in a new one. Any help would be apreciated.[/quote]
Johnnypud,
Before you replace the control board, you want to check all the thermostats and heater for proper circuitry, and loose connections. If all checks are proper, then replace the control board.
Thanks,
[quote=Joe / APP Team;761506]RM,
Thanks for the update and information. Was the E68 error the only issue ?
Anything is possible, but a “burned out thermostat” usually wouldn’t create a “stuck button” error code.
Thanks,[/quote]
Joe,
Yes, the thermostat was the only issue and as explained I was getting the E68 error prior to its replacement.
Regards.
[quote=rm999;763009]Joe,
Yes, the thermostat was the only issue and as explained I was getting the E68 error prior to its replacement.
Regards.[/quote]
RM,
Thanks for the update. Your response will be in the Repair Forum, for future reference. Everyone will be able to review your response, and use it to determine the issue, before replacing the control assembly.
Thanks Again,
Did the test procedure and wasn’t able to get the Temperature key to test out. Does this mean the whole board is shot or any way to test out individual board components?
WP,
You don’t want to start by replacing the control board(s)
You do want to separate the control panel from the user interface controlboards and make sure there are no “stuck” buttons, or damaged or weak return springs.
" Carefully free the button and perform the test again. If button is free but the key struck code still exists, replace electronic control."
Thanks,
I pulled everything apart and separated the circuit board from the plastic housing and was able to press the individual buttons on the circuit board. At first the temp button wouldn’t cycle through the levels, but then started working. I put it back together and it worked for a bit then went back to erroring out. I will separate the individual buttons to make there isn’t something keeping the circuit board button from releasing.
WP,
Great, You’re on target. Clean evrything up, a dab of silicone lubricant on all the springs and buttons, and try it again.
Thanks,
So after a cleanup after my last post it was working fine until last week. Same E68 code now and the dryness won’t cycle. button is not stuck. Where can I get a wiring diagram for the whole unit so I can check sensors?
WP, We’re going to presume your issue is with a [model]AEQ7000ES0[/model] . The E68 error code indicates an issue with a “stuck button” on the control panel, or a faulty control board.
We have attached a PDF file of the Dryer Tech Data Sheet as you requested, so you can program into the various diagnostic and error code programs and determine the issue.
AEQ7000.pdf (382.9 KB)
Thanks Joe. I’ll give it a shot and see what i get for a defect. I jumped the thermocouple and the gas didn’t fire, so that doesn’t look to be the problem. I disconnected the humidity sensor, but didn’t jumper the wires together as it didn’t look like the sensor usually has power between the leads due to the design of the sensor. Can I jumper the humidity leads together without damaging the board?
I’ll check the door switch as I don’t remember seeing the light going on and off. Would the dryer even start if the door switch was failed open?
Gas will fire for just a second or three before it trips out to the E68 code. Would it even fire if the flame sensor is bad (open)?
Is the control thermistor the sensor on the motor or the one on the back right near the drum or is it the high limit stat?
Will any sensor faults come up as an individual code or a generic one besides the Error codes listed on the tech sheet?
[quote=wpstrassburg;820865]Thanks Joe. I’ll give it a shot and see what i get for a defect. I jumped the thermocouple and the gas didn’t fire, so that doesn’t look to be the problem. I disconnected the humidity sensor, but didn’t jumper the wires together as it didn’t look like the sensor usually has power between the leads due to the design of the sensor. Can I jumper the humidity leads together without damaging the board?
I’ll check the door switch as I don’t remember seeing the light going on and off. Would the dryer even start if the door switch was failed open?
Gas will fire for just a second or three before it trips out to the E68 code. Would it even fire if the flame sensor is bad (open)?
Is the control thermistor the sensor on the motor or the one on the back right near the drum or is it the high limit stat?
Will any sensor faults come up as an individual code or a generic one besides the Error codes listed on the tech sheet?[/quote]
WP, Manipulating the sensor wires won’t really solve the issue, and jumping the wires will make the control “think” the clothes are wet and cause the dryer to not shut down. Besides there is the possibility of damage to the control board(even though very slight).
No, the dryer would not attempt to start if the door switch circuit was defective or stuck in the “open” position, there’d be no circuit or L1 voltage (120 VAC)to the motor through the door switch, and the dryer would not start.
If the flame sensor were defective, the burner would not even attempt to glow or ignite.
The Thermal limiter is located on the right rear wall of the dryer cabinet. The Hi Limit thermostat is located on the top of the heater housing (shroud) and the control thermistor is mounted on the front of the blower housing. The thermostats need to be “closed” at room Temp. and the thermistor should be approximately 50 K ohms on a meter test.
The heater and sensor circuit failure codes are listed on pg.1 of the tech sheet, there are a couple of codes for the control thermistor and one ( E5B) for a no heat situation. The information advises of checks to make at the heat circuit components. The majority of the error codes pertain to the control board, so when you conduct the diagnostic error codes, you may want to write them down, so you can compare them to the list and determine the possible issues.