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LG dryer not starting
Common reasons your LG dryer is not starting
The most common reasons your LG dryer is not starting are a faulty thermal fuse, failed door switch or a broken drum belt.
65% of the time it's the Thermal Fuse
18% of the time it's the Door Switch
8% of the time it's the Drum Belt
9% of the time it's the Something else
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Most common repairs needed to fix a LG dryer
Thermal Fuse Replacement
A faulty or blown thermal fuse can keep the dryer from starting. The thermal fuse is a safety device mounted on the blower housing that trips when the dryer overheats. The thermal fuse in most electric dryers prevents the motor from running. In some gas dryers, a blown thermal fuse will also prevent the motor from running. A clogged exhaust vent system often causes the dryer to overheat and the thermal fuse to blow. When the dryer won’t run, have a Sears Home Services Technician visit your home and fix the dryer. The technician will replace the thermal fuse if it’s blown.
Door Switch Replacement
If your dryer is not starting, a failed door switch could be causing the problem. The door switch detects when the dryer door is shut. A failed door switch won’t sense whether the door is closed properly. The dryer won’t start even through the door is closed when the door switch is bad. Have a Sears Home Services Technician check your dryer when it won’t start. The technician will replace the door switch if it is defective.
Drum Belt Replacement
When your dryer won’t start a cycle, 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.
What to expect when you experience an LG dryer not starting issue
How is the not starting problem fixed?
Correcting most not starting problems usually involves replacing the thermal fuse, door switch or drum belt. 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 starting
When the dryer is not starting it can be for many reasons. To avoid replacing unneeded parts, we recommend scheduling LG dryer repair with a local Sears Home Services professional who can 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 starting 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.
LG Dryer Says Check Filter and Won’t Start Troubleshooting
It’s normal for an LG dryer Check Filter light to blink when your program a cycle. This is a reminder to clean the lint screen before starting each cycle. If you haven’t already cleaned the lint screen, pull it out and clean it then press the Start button. The Check Filter light should stop blinking as the dryer starts.
The Check Filter light won’t prevent the dryer from starting. Other problems can prevent your LG dryer from starting.
Follow these troubleshooting tips when your LG dryer won’t start.
- Make sure that you close the dryer door fully. Press in on the dryer door and see if the cycle starts. Check for obstructions keeping the door from closing fully. Push any garments blocking the door into the dryer drum so it closes properly.
- Check the control panel for the Control Lock being enabled. The cycle won’t start if the Control Lock is enabled. Press and hold the Lock button to disable the Control Lock if you find it turned on.
- Look for an error code flashing on the control panel display. For example, a code such as dE indicates that the door switch in the dryer is defective. Look up the error code being displayed and follow the troubleshooting steps to clear the code on your dryer so it starts.
If these basic troubleshooting tips don’t help you resolve the starting problem, schedule dryer repair service and we’ll send a Sears Home Services technician to your home to fix the dryer.
How to Fix an LG Dryer that Turns On but Won’t Start
Fixing an LG dryer that turns on but won’t start may be as simple as disabling the Child Lock on the control panel. If you find the Control Lock enabled, press and hold the Lock button for 3 seconds to disable that feature.
When the dryer won’t start even though the Child Lock isn’t on, the control board could be locked up due to a power surge through the electrical lines. Follow these steps to reset the electronic control board in an LG dryer:
- Unplug the dryer to completely disconnect electrical power.
- Press and hold the Start/Pause button for 5 seconds.
- Plug the dryer power cord back in to restore electrical power.
The dryer may work properly after resetting the control.
If the dryer still doesn’t work after resetting the control, press in on the dryer door to make sure it is fully shut. If the door won’t shut properly, check for garments blocking the door from closing. Clear the garments and shut the door then try to start the dryer.
If the dryer won’t start with the door fully shut, you’ll likely need to schedule dryer repair service. Failures such as a blown thermal fuse, broken door switch, broken dryer belt, bad drive motor, failed control panel, defective electronic control board or a wiring failure could be preventing your LG dryer from starting. Our Sears Home Services technician will diagnose the starting problem and get your LG dryer running again in no time.
When I press the start button on my dryer nothing happens?
From simple issues like a door not fully closed to more complex problems like a blown thermal fuse, broken drive belt or faulty switches, these troubleshooting tips and DIY repair strategies can help get your dryer back up and running.
Check the Dryer Door Switch
Make sure that the dryer door is fully closed so that it properly engages the door switch. Press in firmly on the door so it latches properly.
If the dryer still won’t start, you’ll likely need to check the door switch using a multimeter as shown in this video:
Replace the dryer door switch if it’s bad.
Check the Dryer Drive Belt
LG dryers typically use a broken drive belt switch that prevents the drive motor from running if the dryer belt is broken.
Checking for a broken drive belt is fairly simple in many LG dryers. Unplug the dryer and lift or remove the top panel to check the drive belt. If you don’t see the drive belt firmly connected across the top of the dryer drum, the belt is likely broken and you’ll need to replace it.
If these basic troubleshooting steps don’t help you resolve the problem with your LG dryer not starting, schedule dryer repair service to have a Sears Home Services technician visit you home and fix the dryer.
Pressing Start on an LG dryer but hearing nothing often indicates a faulty control panel or door switch. Basic resets may not uncover deeper wiring problems. For certain results, bring in dryer repair near me. Skilled testing quickly revives your appliance to full functionality.
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Glossary Terms
A dryer drum is the main interior component of a clothes dryer where clothes are placed to be dried. It rotates during the drying cycle, allowing heated air to circulate through the clothes.
A dryer filter, commonly known as a lint filter, is a component of a clothes dryer that captures lint and other debris from clothes during the drying process, preventing them from clogging the dryer vent.
A dryer pedestal is a platform that elevates a dryer off the ground, making it easier to load and unload laundry while also providing additional storage space in some models.
A dryer rack is an accessory for clothes dryers that provides a stationary platform to dry items without tumbling, ideal for delicate or bulky items, or shoes that might be damaged by the usual drying cycle.