Electrolux dryer not spinning
Common reasons your Electrolux dryer is not spinning
The most common reasons your Electrolux dryer is not spinning are a broken drum belt, open heating element or a worn drum bearing.
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Drum Belt26% of the time it's the
Heating Element9% of the time it's the
Drum Bearing18% of the time it's the
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Most common repairs needed to fix an Electrolux dryer
Drum Belt Replacement
When your dryer is not spinning, a broken drum belt could be causing the problem. The drum belt wraps around the dryer drum and connects to the drive motor pulley. The drive motor rotates the belt to spin the drum. Over time, the drum belt becomes worn and can break. A switch on the idler pulley prevents the motor from starting when it senses that the drive belt is broken. When the dryer won’t start, have a Sears Home Services Technician check your dryer and replace the drum belt if it’s broken.
Heating Element Replacement
If your dryer is not spinning, an open heating element could be causing the problem. The electronic control board on the dryer will detect when the heating element is open (or broken). When the control senses a bad heating element, it won’t start the dryer motor until the bad heating element is replaced. When your dryer is not spinning, schedule service through Sears Home Services and we’ll send a technician to your home to fix the dryer.
Drum Bearing Replacement
A worn drum bearing can stop the dryer from spinning by overheating the dryer drive motor. Friction caused by a worn drum bearing will cause the drive motor to overheat and trip the overload that protects the motor from damage. A worn drum bearing can also slow the rotation of the drum and blower wheel so the thermal fuse blows. When your dryer stops spinning, have a Sears Home Services Technician examine the dryer and replace the drum bearing if it’s worn.
What to expect when you experience an Electrolux dryer not spinning issue
How is the not spinning problem fixed?
Correcting most not spinning problems usually involves replacing the drum belt, heating element or drum bearing. However, there are many potential causes, so a thorough diagnosis is key to fixing the problem. An accurate diagnosis is essential to understanding how much the repair will be.
Sears Home Services recommendations for a dryer that is not spinning
When the dryer is not spinning it can be for many reasons. To avoid replacing unneeded parts we recommend having a Sears Home Services professional perform diagnostic tests to identify the root cause of the problem. Our technicians are experienced at diagnosing all types of dryer failures.
What to look out for with a dryer not spinning diagnosis
Diagnosing modern appliances without proper knowledge and training can be difficult. Without using proper diagnostic techniques, fixing your dryer problem will only be achieved through changing parts on a hunch. Appliances, especially in the last 10 years, have become extremely advanced, and many models have electronic parts that are difficult to test. DIY repairs on the latest appliance models are becoming increasingly difficult.
When you need professional service and search for Electrolux dryer repair near me, choose Sears Home Services as your service provider. We’ll fix your Electrolux dryer right.
An idle Electrolux drum means clothes tumble no more, often caused by frayed belts or seized motors. Letting them sit damp can lead to musty smells. Instead, rely on dryer repair near me to restore normal rotation. Quick action preserves freshness and shortens overall laundry time.
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Additional possible Electrolux dryer symptoms you may experience
- Electrolux dryer display not working
- Electrolux dryer not working
- Electrolux dryer not drying
- Electrolux dryer stopped working
- Electrolux dryer burning smell
- Electrolux dryer no power
- Electrolux dryer not turning on
- Electrolux dryer leaking water
- Electrolux dryer noisy
- Electrolux dryer not heating
- Electrolux dryer not starting
- Electrolux dryer light not working
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