Why is my Whirlpool Duet steam dryer not heating up?

Why is my Whirlpool Duet steam dryer not heating up?

If your Whirlpool dryer is not heating at all, one of the most common reasons is a fault with the heating element. The heating element consists of a coil of wire inside a metal chamber. If the coil breaks, the heating element will no longer heat and will need to be replaced. Unplug the dryer from the power source.

How do I reset my Whirlpool Duet steam dryer?

If your Whirlpool dryer displays a “PF” error code, indicating a recent power failure, the dryer will need to be reset and restarted. This is done by pressing “Start” for a few seconds to restart the dryer. If the dryer does not restart automatically, select a new cycle and any options then press “Start” to begin.

How do you check the thermal fuse on a Whirlpool Duet dryer?

Remove the back access panel on the dryer, and look for the exhaust duct near the bottom of the unit. The thermal fuse is either circular or oblong, often white plastic with black material in the center and two wire leads. The thermal fuse is mounted on the exhaust duct.

How to fix Whirlpool duet “Sud” message?

• If too much detergent was used, run the unit through a Rinse/Spin cycle then a Normal cycle without adding any detergent. This should clear the unit of the excess detergent. • Check CCU Replace failed component. To access the pressure switch, take the top off the machine by removing the 3 screws along the rear lip.

Why is my Whirlpool duet dryer not spinning?

– Shut off the power. Unplug the dryer. – Raise the cabinet top. Pull the lint screen out of the housing in the top panel of the dryer. – Remove the front panel. – Remove the drive belt. – Install the new drive belt. – Reinstall the front panel. – Reassemble the top panel. – Restore power to the dryer.

Why is my Whirlpool electric dryer not heating?

The Igniter is Not Working. Dryers need to be able to heat up in order for them to dry clothes.

  • Faulty Flame Sensor. A sensor should detect gas dryer flames.
  • Malfunctioning Gas Valve. Gas dryers have one or more gas valve solenoids that open the gas valve ports to allow gas to enter the burner assembly.
  • How to replace thermal fuse on Whirlpool duet dryer?

    Unplug the machine

  • Remove the back panel from the dryer
  • The heating element will be located near the bottom of the machine,you’ll need to disconnect the wires going to it
  • Mark the location of each wire,so you can remember where they go later
  • Remove the high-heat thermostat from the old heating element and transfer it to the new one