KitchenAid KWED5000HW 7.0 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Wrinkle Shield Option WON'T START Error Fix: Dryer Won't Start — No Response

Error code WON'T START on the KitchenAid KWED5000HW 7.0 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Wrinkle Shield Option means: Dryer Won't Start — No Response. Pressing start produces no response. Check door is fully closed — door switch must be engaged. Press and hold start for 2-3 seconds (KitchenAid dryers require held press, not a tap). Check outlet voltage and circuit breaker. If display is lit but dryer won't start, check door switch with multimeter. Broken door switch is common and inexpensive (~$10).

The most successful fix is "Test and Replace Door Switch" (medium difficulty, ~45 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $10-$20. HomeMD has 2 community-ranked fixes for this error.

This error is rated medium severity. It should be addressed soon, but your appliance may still function in a limited capacity.

Yes — the top-ranked community fix ("Test and Replace Door Switch") is rated medium difficulty and takes about 45 minutes. Tools needed: Phillips screwdriver, Multimeter.

DIY cost: $10-$20. Professional repair typically costs $120-$180. Many homeowners save money by trying the top-ranked community fix first.

The KitchenAid KWED5000HW 7.0 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Wrinkle Shield Option has 8 other known error codes, including: AF (Airflow Restriction Warning), BURNING SMELL (Burning Smell During Operation), F01 (Main Control Board EEPROM Error), F02 (Keypad / User Interface Error), F22 (Exhaust Thermistor Open/Shorted), and 3 more.