Dryer Not Heating
Clothes tumble but stay cold and damp. Common causes: heating element, thermal fuse, half-tripped breaker, or gas igniter. Start with these dryer-specific checks before replacing parts: Electric dryers: flip both legs of the 240V breaker off and on — one tripped leg causes heat failure with a running motor. Likely error codes for this symptom include Samsung HE, Samsung HC, Samsung 9C1, LG nP, LG gAS, Whirlpool L2, Maytag L2, Frigidaire E5B.
First things to check
- Electric dryers: flip both legs of the 240V breaker off and on — one tripped leg causes heat failure with a running motor.
- Clean the lint screen and run without heat first to confirm the drum turns.
- Gas dryers: confirm the gas shutoff behind the unit is fully open.
- Match your symptom to the error codes and compatible parts listed below.
- Replace the faulty part or call a technician if the fix requires sealed systems or live voltage work.
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FAQ
Why is my dryer not heating?
Clothes tumble but stay cold and damp. Common causes: heating element, thermal fuse, half-tripped breaker, or gas igniter.
What should I check first?
Electric dryers: flip both legs of the 240V breaker off and on — one tripped leg causes heat failure with a running motor. Clean the lint screen and run without heat first to confirm the drum turns. Gas dryers: confirm the gas shutoff behind the unit is fully open.
What error codes are related to this problem?
Samsung HE, Samsung HC, Samsung 9C1, LG nP, LG gAS, Whirlpool L2, Maytag L2, Frigidaire E5B
When should I call a technician?
Call a pro if you smell burning or gas, see sparking, or the same code returns after replacing the suspected part.
When to call a professional
Call a technician if you smell gas, see sparking, or basic checks don't resolve the issue.
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