| The most common
cause for slow dry times and/or poor drying is
a plugged exhaust vent. To check this, remove the
vent from the back of your dryer and dry a load
of laundry. If the dry time is normal, the vent
is plugged, and a quick cleaning will immediately
improve drying times. RepairClinic.com recommends
using a dryer vent brush, available in 10-foot and 20-foot lengths,
to make this job a snap.
Electric dryers use a heating element and several
other components to dry the clothes. If the heating
element burns out, the dryer may continue to
tumble but won't heat. The best way to check
the element is to use an Ohm meter or continuity
checker. Replacing the element is a fairly simple
repair. Find the correct replacement for your
machine using our PartDetective.
In gas dryers, a common problem is when one
of the electrical coils on the gas valve fails
intermittently, causing the flame to shut off
before the thermostat sends a signal. If you
can see the flame as the dryer cycles, you'll
notice it comes on for a few seconds and shuts
off right away. Then, the igniter lights up and
cycles off without the gas igniting again. If
you have this problem, you need to replace both
coils on the gas valve. Again, use our PartDetective to
find the exact gas valve coils you need.
There is also internal ductwork in your dryer,
and if it gets clogged, your dryer will not dry
properly. To see if this is your problem, remove
the lint filter, and use a flashlight to inspect
the inside of the duct. |
