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Whirlpool dryer stopped working
Common reasons your Whirlpool dryer stopped working
The most common reasons your Whirlpool dryer stopped working are an open heating element, faulty thermal fuse or a worn drum bearing.
63% of the time it's the Heating Element
17% of the time it's the Thermal Fuse
10% of the time it's the Drum Bearing
10% of the time it's the Something else
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Most common repairs needed to fix a Whirlpool dryer
Heating Element Replacement
If your dryer stopped working, an open heating element could be causing the problem. An open (or broken) heating element can short against metal inside the dryer cabinet and cause the house circuit breaker for the dryer to trip. If you reset the tripped breaker and tips right away when you start a heated cycle in the dryer, then you should have a Sears Home Services Technician check the dryer. The technician will replace the heating element if it’s open.
Thermal Fuse Replacement
A faulty or blown thermal fuse can keep the dryer from starting. The thermal fuse is a safety device mounted on the blower housing that trips when the dryer overheats. The thermal fuse in most electric dryers prevents the motor from running. In some gas dryers, a blown thermal fuse will also prevent the motor from running. A clogged exhaust vent system often causes the dryer to overheat and the thermal fuse to blow. When the dryer won’t run, have a Sears Home Services Technician visit your home and fix the dryer. The technician will replace the thermal fuse if it’s blown.
Drum Bearing Replacement
A worn drum bearing can stop the dryer from working by overheating the dryer drive motor. Friction caused by a worn drum bearing will cause the drive motor to overheat and trip the overload that protects the motor from damage. A worn drum bearing can also slow the rotation of the drum and blower wheel so the thermal fuse blows. When your dryer stops working, have a Sears Home Services Technician examine the dryer and replace the drum bearing if it’s worn.
What to expect when you experience a Whirlpool dryer stopped working issue
How is the stopped working problem fixed?
Correcting most stopped working problems usually involves replacing the heating element, thermal fuse or drum bearing. 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 has stopped working
When the dryer has stopped working 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 stopped working 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.
If your Whirlpool dryer quits mid-run, sensor malfunctions or overheating can be triggers. Damp clothes left sitting risk stale smells. Rather than wait, reach out to dryer repair near me. Quick diagnosis and repair minimize disruption to your laundry process.
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Glossary Terms
A dryer drum is the main interior component of a clothes dryer where clothes are placed to be dried. It rotates during the drying cycle, allowing heated air to circulate through the clothes.
A dryer filter, commonly known as a lint filter, is a component of a clothes dryer that captures lint and other debris from clothes during the drying process, preventing them from clogging the dryer vent.
A dryer pedestal is a platform that elevates a dryer off the ground, making it easier to load and unload laundry while also providing additional storage space in some models.
A dryer rack is an accessory for clothes dryers that provides a stationary platform to dry items without tumbling, ideal for delicate or bulky items, or shoes that might be damaged by the usual drying cycle.