Common Tumble Dryer Faults
I repair a wide range of common tumble dryer problems, from simple faults to more involved electrical, control and heating issues.
| Tumble Dryer Fault | Possible Causes |
|---|---|
| Not heating | Failed heater element, faulty thermostat, thermal cut-out tripped, blocked airflow, sensor fault, PCB fault |
| Taking too long to dry | Blocked filters, restricted airflow, blocked condenser, overloaded drum, weak heater, moisture sensor fault |
| Clothes still damp | Blocked lint filter, blocked condenser, faulty moisture sensor, incorrect programme, poor ventilation, heater issue |
| No power | Blown fuse, faulty socket, damaged power cable, failed on/off switch, control board fault, door switch fault |
| Drum not turning | Broken drive belt, faulty motor, seized drum, worn jockey wheel, capacitor fault, control board issue |
| Making loud noises | Worn drum rollers, faulty bearings, loose belt, worn jockey pulley, foreign object inside, motor bearing fault |
| Squeaking or squealing | Worn drum bearings, dry or worn rollers, worn belt, faulty tension pulley, motor bearing wear |
| Banging during cycle | Loose drum, worn support rollers, damaged drum seam, foreign object, worn suspension or mounting parts |
| Stops mid-cycle | Overheating, blocked airflow, faulty thermostat, motor overheating, sensor fault, PCB/control fault |
| Tripping electrics | Heater leaking to earth, motor fault, damaged wiring, moisture ingress, faulty mains filter, control board fault |
| Door not closing | Broken door latch, damaged catch, misaligned door, worn hinge, faulty door switch |
| Water tank warning light | Full water container, blocked pump, blocked condenser channel, faulty float switch, blocked internal hose |
| Condenser light showing | Blocked condenser, dirty heat exchanger, restricted airflow, blocked filters, sensor fault |
| Leaking water | Blocked condenser, cracked water tank, blocked pump hose, loose pipe, faulty pump, poor seal around condenser unit |
| Burning smell | Lint build-up, overheating heater, blocked airflow, worn belt, motor issue, electrical fault |
| Overheating | Blocked lint filter, restricted vents, faulty thermostat, failed thermal sensor, blocked condenser, fan issue |
| Heat pump dryer not drying | Blocked filters, dirty heat exchanger, compressor fault, sensor fault, airflow restriction, possible sealed-system issue |
| Error code showing | Heating fault, sensor fault, airflow restriction, door lock fault, motor issue, pump fault, PCB/control fault |