Samsung Dryer keeps stopping
Common reasons your Samsung Dryer keeps stopping
The most common reasons your Samsung dryer keeps stopping are a failed drive motor, a broken drive belt, or a malfunctioning electronic control board.
33% of the time it's the
Drive Motor
19% of the time it's the
Drum Belt
16% of the time it's the
Electronic Control Board
32% of the time it's the
Something else
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Most common repairs needed to fix a Samsung dryer
Drive Motor Replacement
The drive motor in a dryer is responsible for turning the drum and the blower wheel that circulates air through the dryer. If the motor is overheating or malfunctioning, it may shut off intermittently, causing the dryer to stop unexpectedly during a cycle. You might notice the dryer runs for a short period before stopping, leaving clothes partially dry. If you suspect the drive motor is at fault, schedule an in-home repair appointment with Sears Home Services to have a technician diagnose and replace the failed motor.
Drum Belt Replacement
A worn or broken drum belt could be the reason your dryer keeps stopping. The drum belt wraps around the drum and the motor pulley, rotating the drum. If the belt is worn out or broken, it can cause the drum to stop turning, leading the dryer to halt. To address this issue, inspect the drum belt for any signs of wear, fraying, or breakage. A Sears Home Services technician can replace a broken drum belt and inspect the dryer for any other signs of failure.
Electronic Control Board Replacement
The control board manages all the dryer’s functions, including the cycle duration and stopping the machine when the cycle is complete. If the control board is faulty, it may send incorrect signals that cause the dryer to stop prematurely. You might notice the dryer stops intermittently or ends the cycle unexpectedly. Diagnosing control board issues can be complex and requires professional expertise. If you suspect the electronic control board is the problem, schedule an in-home repair appointment with Sears Home Services to have a technician diagnose and replace the faulty control board.
What to expect when you experience a Samsung dryer keeps stopping issue
How is the dryer keeps stopping issue fixed?
Correcting most dryer keeps stopping issues involves replacing the drive motor, drive belt, or electronic control board. 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 keeps stopping problem
When a dryer keeps stopping, 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 keeps stopping 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.
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Additional possible Samsung dryer symptoms you may experience
- Samsung dryer won't get hot
- Samsung dryer won't turn off
- Samsung dryer won't start cycle
- Samsung dryer won't heat up
- Samsung dryer taking a long time to dry
- Samsung dryer stops early
- Samsung dryer stopped working
- Samsung dryer sensor dry not working
- Samsung dryer not working
- Samsung dryer not turning on
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- Samsung dryer not drying
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- Samsung dryer noisy
- Samsung dryer no power
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