Troubleshooting Your Drying Machine: Common Issues and Solutions

When you have the laundry to do, it is extremely important that your dryer works properly. A drier is a useful appliance that dries your clothes after washing. But sometimes your dryer just doesn’t turn on at all (or it’s not hot enough to dry your clothes). Then there are other potential issues such as clothes becoming tangled or even ripped inside the dryer. Now is when you need to troubleshoot. Troubleshooting is diagnosing an issue and resolving it Today, we teach how to fix your dryer in dumbass terms — ideally the third grade equivalent This article is delivered to you by Xinqinfeng, providing you with enhanced dryer help. 

Why Is My Dryer Not Starting? 

So if your dryer won’t start, don’t stress — freak out. Here are a few things you canYou can check that may help troubleshoot the issue. Ensure dryer is plugged in with the wall socket. If it’s not plugged in, that might explain why it isn’t turning on. If proper dryer plug.  If panel for dryer is plugged in, check the dryer outlet. You can do this by plugging something else in, like a lamp or phone charger. If the lamp comes on, that tells you the outlet is working. If the lamp doesn’t power up, plug your dryer into an alternate electrical outlet to test it. 

If the dryer still doesn’t work, the issue may be the door switch. The door switch is a tiny component that informs the dryer that the door is indeed closed. Your dryer won’t run if the door isn’t properly closed, or if the switch is malfunctioning. If you suspect the door switch might the issue, you could have it repaired by a repair person. They can diagnose the issue and get your dryer running once again. 

Why Is My Dryer Not Heating Up – What Can I Do? 

Now, if your dryer turns on but doesn't get hot, there could be a few different things going on. A blown thermal fuse is a common problem, for example. A thermal fuse is a safety device found inside your dryer that prevents the heating element from functioning when it gets too hot. If this fuse is blown, then you'll need to replace it to get the dryer to function properly again. 

A broken heating element can also be a reason your dryer’s not getting hot. The heating element is the component that heats the air inside the dryer and dries the clothes. Your clothes will not dry if it is not working. To test for heater element is broken you can use equalizer called ohmmeter. If you don’t have a multimeter at home, you can ask someone who has one and knows how to use it, or you might want to take your dryer to a professional for one, or someone that knows how to check it for you. 

How to Keep Clothes From Getting Tangled or Ripped in the Dryer 

Have you ever had to deal with graphitti appearing on your clothes or pants getting tangled up in the dryer? That can be very frustrating! But don’t worry, there are a few things you can do that will help you from experiencing this. The first one is to ensure you are not overloading the dryer. It’s worth giving clothes enough room to tumble freely while they dry. If the dryer is overloaded, the clothes may become stuck together or entangled. 

Second, use the appropriate cycle for the clothing being dried. Delicate garments, for instance, need to be dried on low heat to ensure their safety. In contrast, denser fabrics, such as towels, need to be run on a hotter setting." If you use the right settings, your clothing will dry better and be less likely to suffer damage while doing so. 

Third, you may use fabric softener when drying your clothes. Fabric softener helps minimize static cling that causes clothing to stick together and tangle. It also softens your clothes and gives them a nice scent! And finally, always check pockets before throwing things in the dryer. People sometimes forget to remove items, such as loose change, keys or tissues. These things can wreak havoc on your clothes — and the dryer itself. 

Finding and Replacing a Broken Dryer Belt 

Another essential component of your dryer is the dryer belt. So, it helps in turning the drum around. If your dryer belt is broken, your dryer will if perform at all. The following are some indications that your dryer belt may be broken or malfunctioning: 

Drum is not revolving at all 

It rattles loudly when operating. 

The dryer smells like it is burning 

The belt appears old, worn, frayed, or even broken 

If you do see these signs, it is time to change the dryer belt. First, unplugs dryer from off the wall so you keep yourself safe. The next step is to remove the front panel of the dryer. This can be done by just unscrewing it. After which you will be loosening the tensioner and removing the old Thread. Then you can loop the new dryer belt around the drum and around the tensioner and the motor pulley. Last but not least, ensure you tighten the tensioner and replace the front panel. If you’re not comfortable doing this alone, you should call a repair person to perform the task.