My dryer stopped working in the middle of drying a load of laundry. It was still hot when I opened the door. We tried everything to get it to work again but we cant figure it out! It is a Whirlpool, about 8-10 years old. Thanks for your help.
2007-05-05 10:22:08 · 12 answers · asked by Jaim Jaim 5 in Home & Garden ➔ Cleaning & Laundry
The first thing I did was check the breaker. There is no burning smell at all.
2007-05-05 10:31:10 · update #1
The timer is working.
2007-05-05 10:31:26 · update #2
That happened to me, and it ended up being the themostat.
2007-05-05 10:46:19 · answer #1 · answered by lennie 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Krystal may be right but it is more likely the belt has broken. The belt goes around the outside of the Drum which holds you clothes. To access the bely you have to pull the dryer out from the wall; unplug it (Also shut off the gas if it is an gas dryer) Remove the screws and take the back off. The belt goes around the Drum and the motor; there is also a belt tensioner which put the proper tension on the belt. On some dryers this is a fairly simple job but on others it can be quite difficult. If you cannot do this contact a reputable qualified large appliance technician.
2016-05-21 03:35:57 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are 3 basic parts to a dryer; the electrical parts, the heater, and the mechanism that makes it spin. If it won't turn on at all, and it appears to not be external (you said you checked the breaker) than it must be a loose or burned out wire inside. Or you may just need a new power cord, that happened to me one time and my husband was able to install a new power cord he got at home depot. Good luck!
2007-05-05 11:28:32 · answer #3 · answered by Jessica 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Did you check to make sure the vent was not clogged with lint. Also sometimes lint will get built up around the thermostat. Either will cause the dryer to stop in mid cycle.
2007-05-05 12:43:17 · answer #4 · answered by Joan H 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check the circuit breaker?
Is the timer working, but it's not turning? That would be a belt.
2007-05-05 10:30:18 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you checked the electrical plug, it might be the fuse that needs changing. A very long time ago, this happened to me ,but with the washing machine. I called the company & they sent someone straight away to look at it. I felt rather ashamed, when he told it was only this small problem. I was lucky that day,They did´t charge me for the call out
2007-05-05 10:39:54 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Does the outlet, where the dryer is plugged in, have a 'Ground Fault Interruptor'; it's a circuit breaker right in the plug outlet. It should have 2 buttons, with one saying 'test' on it.
2007-05-05 10:38:26 · answer #7 · answered by mrjomorisin 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try the Repair Clinic @ their 800# and get free advise and help from the repairman.They also,have a good diagram and troubleshooting page too.
2007-05-05 17:41:19 · answer #8 · answered by koi 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would bet that your drive belt is broken start your dryer for about a second and see if it is tumbling your clothes
2007-05-05 10:35:41 · answer #9 · answered by tarpontime2006 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The belt may have broken.
2007-05-05 10:29:03 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋