Dryer is turning the drum but there is no heat to dry the clothes. This fault can be caused by a multitude of different components that may have failed. It can also be the result of a clogged dryer vent hose. Follow the steps in order below to fix your dryer that will not heat. NOTE: If you live in an older home, you may have a fuse box. Check to be sure the issue you are having is not being caused by a blown fuse.
Clothes Dryer Troubleshooting:
1. CHECK DRYER CONTROLS
Check that the dryer is not on “AIR FLUFF” mode.
If your dryer is on the correct setting then move to step 2.
2. CHECK AIR FLOW/VENT
Check to be sure dryer vent hose is not clogged and restricting airflow. If so, how to clean dryer vent hose.
If your dryer vent hose is not clogged and the dryer is able to properly vent out the air move to step 3.
3. CHECK POWER
Be sure you know how to use a multimeter to check for power before attempting this.
Remove power by unplugging the dryer cord from the wall.
Check for 220/240V across the two hot legs.
Check for 110/120V from neutral to each hot leg.
If you have the correct power voltage going to your dryer then move to step 4.
4. CHECK COMPONENTS
Remove power by unplugging the dryer cord from the wall before testing for continuity.
Thermal fuse – check for continuity
Thermal cutoff – check for continuity
Heating element – check for continuity
Operating thermostat – check for continuity
High limit thermostat – check for continuity
How to use a multimeter to check for continuity
When you check continuity on the above parts, remove a wire from the part so you do not read back through a different path.
If everything above has tested OK, then look for the wiring diagram that should be inside the control panel or find your service manual. This will tell you if certain contacts should be open or closed during different drying cycle settings.
Note: The troubleshooting method above will work on all electric dryers. Maytag, Whirlpool, Samsung, GE, LG, Roper, Frigidaire, Kenmore, Bosch, Hotpoint, Haier, Fisher & Paykel, Electrolux…
Michael Fall,
Have you checked what the voltage is coming into your dryer? Also, it may be that your breaker is faulty or it has 2 breakers for the dryer. Two 110V breakers instead of one 220V or 240V breaker. Have you made sure the venting system is clean and clear? Have you tested or checked to be sure all wiring harnesses are connected to the controls? A loose wire can cause your issue also. Let us know and we can assist further if needed.
-RR
I have an Estate dryer model # 1106072010. I have replaced the high limit thermostat, cycling thermostat, heating element, and the thermal fuse. It still will not heat. What should I do next?
Max,
If you have tested every single part that allows your dryer to heat, but it is still not heating, you may have a wiring issue. Check all wiring and if applicable make sure wiring harnesses are tight and secure. Have you checked the thermal fuse at the back of your dryer? Are you getting the proper voltage to the dryer? Could there be an issue with the electrical plug? Is the control panel and timer working properly? Check the wiring behind the knob and display to be sure all wires are secure.
-RR
I have a Samsung Dryer that is only 2.5 years old. It will not heat and ive checked every fuse, cutoff, element, and thermostat on the machine with a multimeter. And had an electrician friend come to look at it with me. I cannot find anything online about my specific model on fixing it or troubleshooting it. It’s model number DV400EWHDWR/AA.
CAN ANYONE HELP ME OUT? please and thank you.
Perez,
If you replaced the heating element AND the thermal fuse, the next part that may be bad that is causing your dryer to not heat would be a thermostat. Have you tested the thermostats?
-RR
I have a Samsung electric dryer not heating. I replace the heating element and all of the fuses. I still do not have heat. Any ideas? Thanks in advance.
Cathi,
What is the model number? You may need to simply replace the control selector switch if it is an older dryer.
-RR
my roper dryer heats on some settings but does not heat on others. I replaced the thermal cut off but that did not help
any suggestions
Andy,
No heat could mean blown thermal fuse, improper voltage. Timer not advancing could be faulty timer or not correct power.
-RR
timer does not move and no heat