Whirlpool Dryer will not come on

Common reasons your Whirlpool Dryer will not come on

The most common reasons for a Whirlpool dryer will not come on issue are a faulty thermal fuse, a failed door switch, or a broken drum belt.

32% of the time it's the
Thermal Fuse

17% of the time it's the
Door Switch

9% of the time it's the
Drum Belt

42% of the time it's the
Something else

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Most common repairs needed to fix a Whirlpool dryer

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.

How to replace a thermal fuse in an electric dryer

Door Switch Replacement

If your dryer won't start a cycle, a failed door switch could be causing the problem. The door switch detects when the dryer door is shut. A failed door switch won't sense whether the door is closed properly. The dryer won't start even though the door is closed when the door switch is bad. Have a Sears Home Services Technician check your dryer when it won't start. The technician will replace the door switch if it is defective.

How to replace a dryer door switch

Drum Belt Replacement

When your dryer is not spinning, a broken drum belt could be causing the problem. The drum belt wraps around the dryer drum and connects to the drive motor pulley. The drive motor rotates the belt to spin the drum. Over time, the drum belt becomes worn and can break. A switch on the idler pulley prevents the motor from starting when it senses that the drive belt is broken. When the dryer won't start, have a Sears Home Services Technician check your dryer and replace the drum belt if it's broken.

How to replace a dryer drum belt

What to expect when you experience a Whirlpool dryer will not come on issue

How is the will not come on issue fixed?

Correcting most dryer will not come on issues 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 will not come on problem

When a dryer will not come on, 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 will not come on 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.

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Glossary Terms

What is Natural Gas?

Natural gas is a fossil fuel used primarily for heating, cooking, and electricity generation. It's a hydrocarbon gas mixture consisting mainly of methane, but it also contains smaller amounts of other hydrocarbons and sometimes sulfur compounds.

What is a Gas Dryer?

A gas dryer is a laundry appliance that uses natural gas or propane to generate heat to dry clothes.

What is a Furnace Switch?

A furnace switch, also known as a safety switch, is an essential component of your heating system, ensuring it operates safely under all conditions by serving as a power shutoff mechanism.

What is Wattage?

Wattage is the measure of electrical power expressed in watts (W), indicating the rate at which a device consumes energy.