"My dryer has a strange burnt or musty odor when running." |
Persistent smell |
Excessive lint buildup, overheating motor, or faulty wiring causing an electrical short. |
"My clothes are still damp after a full drying cycle." |
Dryer not heating properly |
Faulty heating element, malfunctioning thermostat, or blocked dryer vent. |
"The dryer gets extremely hot, and I’m worried about overheating." |
Dryer overheating |
Defective temperature sensor, clogged vents, or failing thermal fuse. |
"Some clothes come out dry while others are still damp." |
Uneven drying |
Blocked dryer vent, bad thermostat, or sensor malfunction. |
"The control panel keeps flashing error messages and the dryer won’t start." |
Persistent error codes |
Control board failure, sensor issue, or software malfunction. |
"The dryer door won’t shut properly, and I have to hold it closed." |
Door not sealing properly |
Worn-out latch, misaligned hinges, or damaged gasket. |
"The drum shakes excessively or vibrates during operation." |
Drum imbalance |
Worn suspension rods, misaligned drum, or unbalanced load. |
"There’s water pooling under my dryer after every cycle." |
Water leakage |
Clogged vent, condensation buildup, or drainage issue (ventless models). |
"My dryer makes loud banging or squeaking noises during use." |
Unusual noise |
Worn rollers, faulty motor, or loose blower wheel. |
"The dryer won’t start or tumble the clothes." |
Drum not spinning |
Broken belt, bad motor, or faulty idler pulley. |
"The buttons on the control panel don’t respond." |
Control panel unresponsive |
Electrical failure, damaged touchpad, or disconnected wiring. |
"The dryer keeps turning on and off before the cycle ends." |
Frequent cycling |
Overheating thermostat, blocked exhaust, or moisture sensor failure. |
"There’s a lot of lint inside the drum and lint trap area." |
Excessive lint buildup |
Blocked filter, airflow restriction, or clogged exhaust duct. |
"The interior light won’t turn on when I open the door." |
Light not working |
Faulty bulb socket, wiring issue, or door switch failure. |
"The dryer’s steam function doesn’t seem to work." |
Steam function not working |
Clogged steam nozzles, bad solenoid valve, or no water supply. |