How Do You Troubleshoot A Clothes Dryer?
Dryers are hardy machines that can run for years. Even when something does go wrong, the problem may be something simple, like lint buildup. Check this list for possible causes and solutions. See also How to Fix a Clothes Dryer That Dries Slowly. Check the plug and reset the circuit breaker. It could simply mean that there’s no power getting to the machine. Make sure the door is closer and the the latch isn’t obstructed by any articles of clothing. Call a professional if these don’t solve the problem. More extreme culprits for a dyer that won’t start are a bad door switch, a failed drive belt, a failed motor or a bad thermal fuse (protects the motor). Clean the lint filter. Remove the lint and clean it with hot water and a toothbrush. A clogged filter can cause slow drying. Clean the exhaust duct. A clog here can also prevent the drying from drying. Straighten out an kinks in the exhaust duct. Remove some clothes from a heavy load. Overloading puts undo stress on the machine creating a
