Samsung dryer not starting

Why is my Samsung dryer turning on but not starting?

First, make sure the door is shut tight. If the dryer still doesn't start, there are several possible reasons, from a door switch that's not recognizing that the door is closed to a failure in the main electronic control board.

A broken power cord, failed push-to-start switch or a bad timer can also prevent the dryer from starting. Some dryers use a motor relay to control the drive motor, so a broken motor relay can prevent the dryer from starting.

Check the dryer drive belt

If you hear the motor running but the drum doesn't turn, you likely need to replace the drive belt.

Here’s a video that shows how to replace the drive belt in a common dryer:

If you need to have a service technician replace the drive belt, schedule dryer repair service.

Troubleshooting tips for a Samsung dryer not starting

Some dryers use a belt switch to keep the drive motor from running so you might not hear the motor run when the drive belt breaks. A failed drive motor will also prevent the dryer from starting.

In electric dryers, a blown thermal fuse can keep the dryer from starting.

Find expert DIY troubleshooting tips for an electric dryer in this popular YouTube video:

Check the dryer door switch

For safety, always make sure to disconnect the power before you check continuity.

To access the door switch, pull out the lint screen. Remove the screws that secure the lint screen housing to the top panel. Release the clips and lift the top panel to access the door switch. Unplug the door switch from the wire harness.

With the dryer door closed, put your meter leads on the door switch wires that connect to the blue and white wires on the other end of the plug. You should measure near 0 ohms of resistance. If you measure no continuity, then the door switch is broken.

Replace the door switch as shown in this video:

Have a service technician test and replace the dryer door switch if you’re unable to complete these tasks on your own.

Test the dryer thermal fuse

With the dryer unplugged, open the cabinet and access the thermal fuse. Unplug the wires from the thermal fuse. Use the multimeter to measure the resistance between the spades on the thermal fuse.

You should measure near 0 ohms of resistance through the thermal fuse. If you measure no continuity, then replace the thermal fuse.

Here’s a video showing you how:

Here’s something to keep in mind. More often than not, if you blew a thermal fuse, it’s because your exhaust vent is clogged with lint. Before you hook your dryer back up, check your vent and clean it out with a lint brush.

Check the push-to-start switch

Now, if your thermal fuse was okay, the next thing to check is the start switch.

1. Reassemble the dryer and then plug it back in.
2. Open the door and push the door switch in.
3. While holding the door switch in, push the start switch.

You should hear a click as the relay engages. Then release the door switch and you should hear a click as the relay disengages. If you heard the clicks, the start switch is probably okay.

If you didn’t hear the clicks, unplug the dryer and check continuity through the push-to-start switch.

1. With the dryer unplugged, remove the console back panel.
2. Unplug the wires from the start switch.
3. Have someone hold the start switch in and check resistance on the spades for the light blue wires.

You should measure near 0 ohms of resistance with the start button pressed in. If you measure no continuity, then you’ll need to replace the push-to-start switch.

Here’s a video that shows how to replace the push-to-start switch:

If all of the components described above have checked out okay, then the motor windings or internal centrifugal switch could be defective. A wiring failure could also be preventing the dryer from starting. You should get a qualified technician to check this out.

If you have a Samsung gas dryer, follow the troubleshooting tips in this video to determine why the dryer won’t start:

What to expect when you experience a Samsung dryer not starting issue

How is the not starting problem fixed?

Correcting most not starting problems usually involves replacing the thermal fuse, door switch or drum belt. However, there are many potential causes, so a thorough diagnosis is key to fixing the problem. An accurate diagnosis is essential to understanding how much the repair will be.

Sears Home Services recommendations for a dryer that is not starting

When the dryer is not starting it can be for many reasons. To avoid replacing unneeded parts we recommend having a Sears Home Services professional perform diagnostic tests to identify the root cause of the problem. Our technicians are experienced at diagnosing all types of dryer failures.

What to look out for with a dryer not starting diagnosis

Diagnosing modern appliances without proper knowledge and training can be difficult. Without using proper diagnostic techniques, fixing your dryer problem will only be achieved through changing parts on a hunch. Appliances, especially in the last 10 years, have become extremely advanced, and many models have electronic parts that are difficult to test. DIY repairs on the latest appliance models are becoming increasingly difficult.

Samsung Dryer Won’t Start

When your Samsung dryer won’t start, try resetting the electronic control board using this procedure:

1. Turn the dryer off.
2. Unplug the dryer power cord from the electrical outlet to completely disconnect electrical power.
3. Leave the dryer unplugged for 2 minutes.
4. Plug the dryer power cord back into the electrical outlet to restore power.

Turn the dryer on and check to see if it will start the cycle. If not, one of these failures could be causing the problem when your Samsung dryer won’t start:

• Defective electronic control board.
• Broken drum drive belt.
• Bad control panel.
• Tripped thermal cut-off fuse.
• Failed drive motor.
• Defective control panel.
• Wiring failure.

Schedule dryer repair Service to have a Sears Home Services technician visit you home and fix Samsung dryer that won’t start when you’re unable to find and fix the problem yourself.

Samsung Dryer Turns On but Won’t Start

When your Samsung dryer turns on but won’t start, the electronic control board could be frozen up due to a power surge through the electrical lines. Resetting the main electronic control board in your Samsung dryer may free up the control board so the dryer will start. Follow these steps to reset the control board in your Samsung dryer that turns on but won’t start:

1. Turn off the dryer.
2. Unplug the dryer power cord from the electrical outlet.
3. Leave the dryer unplugged for 2 minutes.
4. Plug the power cord back into the electrical outlet to restore electrical power.

The electronic control board will reboot and reset. It may work properly so try to start the dryer.

If the dryer won’t start after resetting the control board, one of the problems could be preventing the dryer from starting even though it turns on:

• Defective electronic control board.
• Failed control panel.
• Broken door switch.
• Blown thermal cut-off fuse.
• Bad drive motor.
• Broken drive belt.
• Internal wiring failure.

Schedule dryer repair service when you’re unable to find and fix the cause of your Samsung dryer that turns on but won’t start.

Samsung Dryer Won’t Start but has Power

When your Samsung dryer won’t start but has power, press in firmly on the dryer door to make sure it’s fully shut. If the door won’t close all the way, check these issues.

• An obstruction such as a garment could be sticking out of the drum that is blocking the door from shutting fully. Clear the obstruction and fully close the dryer door.
• Examine the door strike and replace that part if the strike is broken or damaged.
• Unplug the dryer and check inside the door catch for debris. Remove debris from the door switch so the door strike will insert fully into the door catch.

A locked up electronic control board will prevent the Samsung dryer from starting even though it has power. Reset the electronic control board by unplugging the dryer power cord for 2 minutes and then plugging the power cord back in. Check to see if the dryer will start after resetting the control board.

Make sure the control lock or child lock feature on the control panel isn’t turned on. If the control lock is turned on, the start button won’t work. Turn off the control lock by following the instructions in the owner’s manual for your Samsung dryer.

Samsung Dryer Turning On but not Starting

When your Samsung dryer turns on but is not starting, follow these expert troubleshooting tips:

• Check the dryer door. Make sure the door is fully shut.
• Examine the door strike. Replace the door strike if it’s damaged or broken.
• Unplug the dryer and look for debris or a foreign object stuck in the door catch. Remove anything you find in the door catch.
• Reset the electronic control board. Unplug the dryer for 2 minutes to reset the control board and then plug the power cord back in to restore power. The control board will reboot and reset. See if the dryer starts after resetting the control board.

If these troubleshooting tips don’t help you resolve the problem with your Samsung dryer turning on but not starting, schedule dryer repair service and we’ll send a technician to your home to fix the dryer.
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