What's wrong with my appliance?
Straight answers about common appliance problems — what usually causes them, what a technician checks, and when it's time to call. Written by MMO Appliance Repair, serving homeowners since 2013.
Washers & Dryers
Why Is My Dryer Not Heating?
A dryer that tumbles but stays cold usually has a failed heating part or a safety device that has cut the heat. In electric dryers that is often the heating element, a thermal fuse or a thermostat. In gas dryers it is often the igniter, gas valve coils or a flame sensor. A clogged vent can also make a dryer overheat and trip those safety parts, so the vent should be checked along with the repair.
Read guideWasher Not Draining or Not Spinning?
Draining and spinning problems are often connected: many washers will not spin if water is not draining out. Common causes are a clogged drain pump or filter, a kinked drain hose, a failed drain pump, a faulty lid or door lock switch, or worn drive parts such as a belt, coupling or motor. An overloaded or unbalanced load can also stop the spin cycle.
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