Why Dryers Break Down
Blocked or crushed ventsA dryer can only dry as fast as it can push moist air outside. Lint buildup, a crushed foil duct behind the machine or a stuck exhaust hood flap slow everything down.
Worn drum partsBelts, rollers and idler pulleys are wear items. They announce themselves with squeaks, thumps and eventually a drum that will not turn.
Safety fuses doing their jobA blown thermal fuse is a symptom, not just a part. It usually means the dryer overheated, often because of restricted airflow.
Heat-source failuresElectric elements burn out and gas igniters and valve coils weaken with age. Either one leaves the drum turning with no heat.
Sensor-dry problemsMoisture-sensing cycles rely on two metal strips in the drum. A film of fabric softener on them can make cycles stop too early.
Power and gas supplyA half-tripped breaker on a 240-volt circuit or a closed gas shutoff can look exactly like a broken dryer.
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