What causes a dryer not heating?

A dryer not heating can be caused by heat, heating element, thermostat, igniter issues. We track 100 error codes across 9 brands related to this symptom.

How do I fix a dryer not heating?

There are 200 community-ranked fixes for this symptom across 9 brands. The average fix success rate is 89%. Find your specific error code below for step-by-step instructions.

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Dryer Not Heating

Dryer running but not heating? Find error codes for heating element, thermostat, and igniter problems across Samsung, LG, Whirlpool, and more.

100

Error Codes

Brands

200

DIY Fixes

89%

Avg Success

Hotpoint

2 codes

All Hotpoint codes

MECH-11

Intermittent Heating — Heats Initially Then Stops

🌀 HTX24GASKWS 6.2 cu ft Gas Dryer with Auto Dry and Wrinkle Prevent Option· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace Gas Valve Solenoid Coils to Fix Thermal Fatigue Failure

MECH-10

Gas Igniter Glows But No Flame

🌀 HTX24GASKWS 6.2 cu ft Gas Dryer with Auto Dry and Wrinkle Prevent Option· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace Gas Valve Solenoid Coils and Inspect Igniter

Kenmore

11 codes

All Kenmore codes

ELEMENT BURNED OUT

Heating Element Burned Out

🌀 796.81382 Elite Electric Dryer· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace Heating Element and Check Safety Thermostats

GAS IGNITER FAIL

Gas Igniter / Coil Failure

🌀 796.81382 Elite Electric Dryer· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace Gas Valve Solenoid Coils and Igniter

THERMAL FUSE BLOWN

Thermal Fuse Blown

🌀 796.81382 Elite Electric Dryer· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace the Thermal Fuse and Inspect Heating Element

No Power to Gas Ignition

🌀 796.81382 Elite Electric Dryer· 2 fixes· 85% success

Test and Replace Gas Igniter Assembly and Check Wiring

Heater System Error

🌀 796.81382 Elite Electric Dryer· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace Heating Element, Thermal Fuse, and Thermostat

tE3

Thermistor Error — Inlet

🌀 796.81382 Elite Electric Dryer· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace the Inlet Thermistor Sensor

tE1

Thermistor Error — Drum

🌀 796.81382 Elite Electric Dryer· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace Drum Thermistor Sensor

ELEMENT BURNED OUT

Heating Element Burned Out

🌀 110.65132 7.0 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Wrinkle Guard· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace Heating Element and Check Safety Thermostats

THERMAL FUSE BLOWN

Thermal Fuse Blown

🌀 110.65132 7.0 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Wrinkle Guard· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace the Thermal Fuse and Inspect Heating Element

Low or No Voltage — L2 Leg

🌀 110.65132 7.0 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Wrinkle Guard· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace the Dryer Terminal Block and Power Cord

F29

Moisture Sensor Short

🌀 110.65132 7.0 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Wrinkle Guard· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace Moisture Sensor and Wiring Harness

KitchenAid

4 codes

All KitchenAid codes

BURNING SMELL

Burning Smell During Operation

🌀 KWED5000HW 7.0 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Wrinkle Shield Option· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace Heating Element and Clean Internal Components

NO HEAT

Not Heating — Drum Turns But Clothes Stay Wet

🌀 KWED5000HW 7.0 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Wrinkle Shield Option· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace Heating Element or Thermal Fuse

Low / No Line Voltage on L2

🌀 KWED5000HW 7.0 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Wrinkle Shield Option· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test Voltage and Replace Faulty Breaker or Wiring

F31

L2 Line Voltage Not Detected

🌀 KWED5000HW 7.0 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Wrinkle Shield Option· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace Power Cord or Terminal Block Connections

LG

7 codes

All LG codes

IGNITER FAIL

Igniter Failure

🌀 DLG7301WE 7.3 cu. ft. Smart Gas Dryer with Sensor Dry· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace the Hot-Surface Igniter Assembly

GAS VALVE COIL FAIL

Gas Valve Solenoid Coil Failure

🌀 DLG7301WE 7.3 cu. ft. Smart Gas Dryer with Sensor Dry· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace Gas Valve Solenoid Coil Set

No Power to Gas Igniter

🌀 DLG7301WE 7.3 cu. ft. Smart Gas Dryer with Sensor Dry· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace Gas Valve Solenoid Coils Set

THERMAL FUSE BLOWN

Thermal Fuse Blown

🌀 DLEX3900W 7.4 cu. ft. Smart Electric Dryer with TurboSteam· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace Thermal Fuse and Inspect Vent System

ELEMENT BURNED OUT

Heating Element Failure

🌀 DLEX3900W 7.4 cu. ft. Smart Electric Dryer with TurboSteam· 2 fixes· 85% success

Replace Heating Element and Thermal Fuse

VENT LINT BUILDUP

Dryer Vent Lint Accumulation

🌀 DLEX3900W 7.4 cu. ft. Smart Electric Dryer with TurboSteam· 2 fixes· 90% success

Inspect and Repair Vent System with Professional Tools

No Power to Gas Igniter

🌀 DLEX3900W 7.4 cu. ft. Smart Electric Dryer with TurboSteam· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace Gas Valve Solenoid Coils Set

Magic Chef

4 codes

All Magic Chef codes

NO POWER

Dryer Completely Dead

🌀 MCSDRY35W 3.5 cu ft Compact Electric Dryer· 2 fixes· 85% success

Test and Replace Internal Thermal Fuse and Power Cord

OVERHEATING

Dryer Overheating or Too Hot

🌀 MCSDRY35W 3.5 cu ft Compact Electric Dryer· 2 fixes· 90% success

Inspect and Replace Cycling Thermostat

WONT START

Dryer Will Not Start

🌀 MCSDRY35W 3.5 cu ft Compact Electric Dryer· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace Thermal Fuse and Drive Motor

NO HEAT

Dryer Runs But No Heat

🌀 MCSDRY35W 3.5 cu ft Compact Electric Dryer· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace Heating Element and Thermostats

Maytag

8 codes

All Maytag codes

IGNITER GLOWS NO HEAT

Igniter Glows But No Heat

🌀 MGD6630HW 7.3 cu ft Gas Dryer with Extra Power· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace Both Gas Valve Solenoid Coils

WONT START

Dryer Will Not Start

🌀 MGD6630HW 7.3 cu ft Gas Dryer with Extra Power· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace Door Switch, Thermal Fuse, or Start Switch

NO HEAT GAS

No Heat (Gas)

🌀 MGD6630HW 7.3 cu ft Gas Dryer with Extra Power· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace Igniter and Flame Sensor

F8E1

Exhaust High-Limit Thermostat Tripped

🌀 MGD6630HW 7.3 cu ft Gas Dryer with Extra Power· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace the Exhaust High-Limit Thermostat

BURNING SMELL

Burning Smell

🌀 MED6630HW 7.3 cu ft Electric Dryer with Extra Power· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace Worn Drum Felt Seal and Inspect Burner Assembly

WONT START

Dryer Will Not Start

🌀 MED6630HW 7.3 cu ft Electric Dryer with Extra Power· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace Door Switch, Thermal Fuse, or Start Switch

NO HEAT ELECTRIC

No Heat (Electric)

🌀 MED6630HW 7.3 cu ft Electric Dryer with Extra Power· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace Heating Element and Thermal Cutoff

F8E1

Exhaust High-Limit Thermostat Tripped

🌀 MED6630HW 7.3 cu ft Electric Dryer with Extra Power· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace the Exhaust High-Limit Thermostat

Miele

20 codes

All Miele codes

HEAT EXCHANGER DIRTY

Heat Exchanger / Condenser Cleaning Required

🌀 Miele TXD 160 WP T1 Heat Pump Dryer· 2 fixes· 90% success

Remove and Deep Clean the Heat Exchanger Assembly

LINT BUILDUP

Lint Accumulation — Performance Degradation

🌀 Miele TXD 160 WP T1 Heat Pump Dryer· 2 fixes· 85% success

Disassemble and Deep Clean Internal Components to Remove Lint Buildup

F25

Heat Pump Refrigerant Sensor Fault

🌀 Miele TXD 160 WP T1 Heat Pump Dryer· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace Faulty Heat Pump Refrigerant Sensor

F22

Heat Pump Compressor Fault

🌀 Miele TXD 160 WP T1 Heat Pump Dryer· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace Compressor Start Relay and Overload Protector

F20

Drain Pump Fault

🌀 Miele TXD 160 WP T1 Heat Pump Dryer· 2 fixes· 85% success

Test and Replace the Drain Pump Motor

F16

Heater Relay Fault

🌀 Miele TXD 160 WP T1 Heat Pump Dryer· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace Heater Relay or Control Board

F11

Condenser NTC Temperature Sensor Fault

🌀 Miele TXD 160 WP T1 Heat Pump Dryer· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace the Condenser NTC Temperature Sensor

F10

Condenser Unit Blocked — Airflow Restricted

🌀 Miele TXD 160 WP T1 Heat Pump Dryer· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace the Condenser Unit to Fix Severe Blockage

F03

NTC2 Temperature Sensor — Short Circuit

🌀 Miele TXD 160 WP T1 Heat Pump Dryer· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace NTC2 Outlet Air Temperature Sensor

F02

NTC1 Temperature Sensor — Open Circuit

🌀 Miele TXD 160 WP T1 Heat Pump Dryer· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace NTC1 Inlet Air Temperature Sensor

HEAT EXCHANGER DIRTY

Heat Exchanger / Condenser Cleaning Required

🌀 Miele TWI 180 WP T1 Heat Pump Dryer with WiFiConn@ct· 2 fixes· 90% success

Remove and Deep Clean the Heat Exchanger Assembly

LINT BUILDUP

Lint Accumulation — Performance Degradation

🌀 Miele TWI 180 WP T1 Heat Pump Dryer with WiFiConn@ct· 2 fixes· 85% success

Disassemble and Deep Clean Internal Components to Remove Lint Buildup

F25

Heat Pump Refrigerant Sensor Fault

🌀 Miele TWI 180 WP T1 Heat Pump Dryer with WiFiConn@ct· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace Faulty Heat Pump Refrigerant Sensor

F22

Heat Pump Compressor Fault

🌀 Miele TWI 180 WP T1 Heat Pump Dryer with WiFiConn@ct· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace Compressor Start Relay and Overload Protector

F20

Drain Pump Fault

🌀 Miele TWI 180 WP T1 Heat Pump Dryer with WiFiConn@ct· 2 fixes· 85% success

Test and Replace the Drain Pump Motor

F16

Heater Relay Fault

🌀 Miele TWI 180 WP T1 Heat Pump Dryer with WiFiConn@ct· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace Heater Relay or Control Board

F11

Condenser NTC Temperature Sensor Fault

🌀 Miele TWI 180 WP T1 Heat Pump Dryer with WiFiConn@ct· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace the Condenser NTC Temperature Sensor

F10

Condenser Unit Blocked — Airflow Restricted

🌀 Miele TWI 180 WP T1 Heat Pump Dryer with WiFiConn@ct· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace the Condenser Unit to Fix Severe Blockage

F03

NTC2 Temperature Sensor — Short Circuit

🌀 Miele TWI 180 WP T1 Heat Pump Dryer with WiFiConn@ct· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace NTC2 Outlet Air Temperature Sensor

F02

NTC1 Temperature Sensor — Open Circuit

🌀 Miele TWI 180 WP T1 Heat Pump Dryer with WiFiConn@ct· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace NTC1 Inlet Air Temperature Sensor

Samsung

20 codes

All Samsung codes

LINT BUILDUP

Internal Lint Accumulation — Fire Hazard

🌀 Samsung DVG45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Gas Dryer with Multi-Steam· 2 fixes· 90% success

Disassemble Dryer Cabinet and Deep Clean Internal Lint

THERMAL FUSE BLOWN

Thermal Fuse Blown — No Heat

🌀 Samsung DVG45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Gas Dryer with Multi-Steam· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace the Thermal Fuse and Inspect Heating Components

C90

Vent 90% Blocked

🌀 Samsung DVG45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Gas Dryer with Multi-Steam· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace and Professionally Clean Entire Dryer Vent System

C80

Vent 80% Blocked

🌀 Samsung DVG45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Gas Dryer with Multi-Steam· 2 fixes· 90% success

Professional Dryer Vent System Cleaning and Inspection

Temperature Overload — Drum Overheat

🌀 Samsung DVG45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Gas Dryer with Multi-Steam· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace High-Limit Thermostat or Heating Element

Temperature Sensor Error

🌀 Samsung DVG45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Gas Dryer with Multi-Steam· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace Faulty Thermistor Sensor

HC2

Gas Ignition Failure

🌀 Samsung DVG45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Gas Dryer with Multi-Steam· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace Weak Igniter and Test Gas Valve Coils

HC4

High Exhaust Temperature (>70°C)

🌀 Samsung DVG45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Gas Dryer with Multi-Steam· 2 fixes· 85% success

Test and Replace Exhaust Thermistor if Needed

Overheat Error

🌀 Samsung DVG45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Gas Dryer with Multi-Steam· 2 fixes· 85% success

Inspect and Replace Thermal Fuse and Thermistors

Heating Error — Not Heating

🌀 Samsung DVG45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Gas Dryer with Multi-Steam· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace Thermal Fuse, Igniter, and Gas Valve Coils

LINT BUILDUP

Internal Lint Accumulation — Fire Hazard

🌀 Samsung DVE45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam Sanitize+· 2 fixes· 90% success

Disassemble Dryer Cabinet and Deep Clean Internal Lint

THERMAL FUSE BLOWN

Thermal Fuse Blown — No Heat

🌀 Samsung DVE45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam Sanitize+· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace the Thermal Fuse and Inspect Heating Components

C90

Vent 90% Blocked

🌀 Samsung DVE45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam Sanitize+· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace and Professionally Clean Entire Dryer Vent System

C80

Vent 80% Blocked

🌀 Samsung DVE45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam Sanitize+· 2 fixes· 90% success

Professional Dryer Vent System Cleaning and Inspection

Temperature Overload — Drum Overheat

🌀 Samsung DVE45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam Sanitize+· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace High-Limit Thermostat or Heating Element

Temperature Sensor Error

🌀 Samsung DVE45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam Sanitize+· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace Faulty Thermistor Sensor

HC2

Gas Ignition Failure

🌀 Samsung DVE45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam Sanitize+· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace Weak Igniter and Test Gas Valve Coils

HC4

High Exhaust Temperature (>70°C)

🌀 Samsung DVE45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam Sanitize+· 2 fixes· 85% success

Test and Replace Exhaust Thermistor if Needed

Overheat Error

🌀 Samsung DVE45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam Sanitize+· 2 fixes· 85% success

Inspect and Replace Thermal Fuse and Thermistors

Heating Error — Not Heating

🌀 Samsung DVE45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam Sanitize+· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace Thermal Fuse, Igniter, and Gas Valve Coils

Whirlpool

24 codes

All Whirlpool codes

MECH-WONT-START

Dryer Will Not Start

🌀 Whirlpool WED75HEFW 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace Thermal Fuse and Inspect Venting

MECH-NOT-DRY

Clothes Not Drying Completely

🌀 Whirlpool WED75HEFW 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam· 2 fixes· 85% success

Test and Replace Gas Valve Coils (Gas Dryer) or Heating Element (Electric Dryer)

MECH-NO-HEAT

Dryer Runs But No Heat

🌀 Whirlpool WED75HEFW 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace Heating Element and Thermal Fuses

Low Line Voltage (L2 Leg)

🌀 Whirlpool WED75HEFW 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam· 2 fixes· 85% success

Test and Repair House Wiring and Dryer Power Circuit

Power Failure

🌀 Whirlpool WED75HEFW 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam· 2 fixes· 85% success

Inspect and Repair Power Cord and Terminal Block Wiring

F6E6

Heater Relay Failure

🌀 Whirlpool WED75HEFW 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace the Main Control Board with Heater Relay

F6E3

Gas Valve Relay Failure

🌀 Whirlpool WED75HEFW 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace the Main Electronic Control Board

F6E2

Incoming Power Error

🌀 Whirlpool WED75HEFW 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test Outlet Voltage and Replace Power Cord if Needed

F4E3

Exhaust High Limit Thermostat Tripped

🌀 Whirlpool WED75HEFW 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace the Exhaust High Limit Thermostat After Fixing Vent Restriction

F4E1

Airflow Restriction Detected

🌀 Whirlpool WED75HEFW 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam· 2 fixes· 90% success

Thoroughly Clean and Inspect the Entire Vent Duct System

F3E2

Exhaust Thermistor Shorted

🌀 Whirlpool WED75HEFW 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace Shorted Exhaust Thermistor

F3E1

Exhaust Thermistor Open Circuit

🌀 Whirlpool WED75HEFW 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace Exhaust Thermistor Sensor

MECH-WONT-START

Dryer Will Not Start

🌀 Whirlpool WED5000DW 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace Thermal Fuse and Inspect Venting

MECH-NOT-DRY

Clothes Not Drying Completely

🌀 Whirlpool WED5000DW 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer· 2 fixes· 85% success

Test and Replace Gas Valve Coils (Gas Dryer) or Heating Element (Electric Dryer)

MECH-NO-HEAT

Dryer Runs But No Heat

🌀 Whirlpool WED5000DW 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace Heating Element and Thermal Fuses

Low Line Voltage (L2 Leg)

🌀 Whirlpool WED5000DW 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer· 2 fixes· 85% success

Test and Repair House Wiring and Dryer Power Circuit

Power Failure

🌀 Whirlpool WED5000DW 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer· 2 fixes· 85% success

Inspect and Repair Power Cord and Terminal Block Wiring

F6E6

Heater Relay Failure

🌀 Whirlpool WED5000DW 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace the Main Control Board with Heater Relay

F6E3

Gas Valve Relay Failure

🌀 Whirlpool WED5000DW 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace the Main Electronic Control Board

F6E2

Incoming Power Error

🌀 Whirlpool WED5000DW 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test Outlet Voltage and Replace Power Cord if Needed

F4E3

Exhaust High Limit Thermostat Tripped

🌀 Whirlpool WED5000DW 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace the Exhaust High Limit Thermostat After Fixing Vent Restriction

F4E1

Airflow Restriction Detected

🌀 Whirlpool WED5000DW 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer· 2 fixes· 90% success

Thoroughly Clean and Inspect the Entire Vent Duct System

F3E2

Exhaust Thermistor Shorted

🌀 Whirlpool WED5000DW 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace Shorted Exhaust Thermistor

F3E1

Exhaust Thermistor Open Circuit

🌀 Whirlpool WED5000DW 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace Exhaust Thermistor Sensor

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