Why does my Whirlpool dryer have no power?

Sometimes a Whirlpool dryer not starting is more of a power issue than a dryer malfunction. Make sure the dryer is correctly plugged into the proper electrical outlet. Check for tripped breakers or blown fuses. If needed, reset any tripped breakers and replace blown fuses.

Where is the reset button on a Whirlpool electric dryer?

Many dryers are equipped with a reset button on the control panel. If the motor won’t run, let the dryer cool for about ten minutes. Then push the reset button.

What to do if your Whirlpool dryer won’t start?

Check the breakers or fuses first. If the fuses are good and no breakers are tripped, you must check the outlet into which the dryer plugs. Slide the dryer plug out just far enough that you can see the prongs that go into the socket. Use an ohmmeter to check for 240 volts from one prong to the other.

Why does my dryer not start when the door is closed?

The door switch only allows the dryer to run when the door is fully latched. So it’s possible that your dryer won’t start because the signal that the door’s really closed isn’t being sent. Depending on your model, you’ll usually find the switch poking through the front panel into the dryer door frame.

How can I tell if my dryer switch is defective?

First, start the dryer and then listen for a humming noise. If the dryer makes a humming noise when you try to start it, this indicates that the belt switch is not defective. Next, search for your model number to determine if your dryer has a belt switch. If your dryer has a belt switch, use a multimeter to test the switch for continuity.

When to replace the start switch on a dryer?

Use a multimeter to test the start switch for continuity. If the switch does not have continuity, replace it. The door switch activates when the dryer door is closed. On most dryers, the door switch makes an audible clicking sound when it activates.

To determine if the start switch is defective, attempt to start the dryer. If the dryer hums but does not start, the start switch is not at fault. If the dryer does not respond or make any noise, the …start switch could be at fault. Use a multimeter to test the start switch for continuity.

Why does my electric dryer not turn on?

Today, we’re going to troubleshoot an electric dryer that won’t start. If your dryer won’t start, the most likely causes are a lack of power, a defective door switch, a blown thermal fuse or a bad start switch. First, let’s rule out a power issue. Open the dryer door and check if the light inside the dryer turns on.