Whirlpool Dryer Not Heating - Diagnosing Common Issues

Hi and thanks for watching. This video covers the most likely issues with a standard Whirlpool-style dryer, that cause it not to heat and dry your clothes. If you're getting heat but things are still damp, you may have air flow issues in the dryer or in the venting, so check that as well.

We will check the hi limit thermostat, operating thermostat, cycling thermostat, timer, and other general issues common to Whirlpool dryers not heating.

Byrd Appliance Specialists
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Shreveport, LA 71104
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[byrdappliancespecialists]

Due to lots of comments about the thermal fuse, the following note will be pinned to the top to help folks. The thermal fuse on electric dryers is not on the heat circuit; it is on the drive circuit. This means that if the thermal fuse is bad, the dryer won't start at all. We have another video on electric dryers that don't start. Good luck!

[michaelfox]

Just fixed. my dryer. Based on your video analysis I determined it was the timer. Instead of buying a new timer I saw someone in the comments mentioned that the contacts might need to be cleaned. So I took the timer apart and noticed that when I spun the dial one set of contacts were not touching. So I gently bent the copper contact so it would touch at the appropriate spot of the dial spin and the dryer was back in business. Plus I super cleaned it when I did my evaluations and Nnow it works like new. I WIN!!! Thanks for the good video.

[ticktickboom]

Thank you sir! You just helped me help a police mans widow be able to afford to fix her machine. Guy offered to swap it out for $200 with five year warranty. She doesnt have it.

Watched this video and took my multimeter over to find out it was a $17 thermostat. I let her buy my lunch. (Burger no fries or drink)

Again thank you sir and YouTube.
Due to YT I have replaced several car parts. $1100 in mechanical labor.
Three hot water tanks (weekend rates saved all three times)
Switched a gas stove to 220v by capping gas line and running new power from panel.
Replaced breakers in two houses.
And removed half dozen sebaceous cysts from my body.
Currently watching videos on molar extractions. (Might leave that to the pros though)

Appreciate the help and so does mrs. Gloria.

[John]

I can't thank you enough for this video! Our dryer was spinning fine but stopped drying and heating up a MONTH after warranty expired! I was was like "Aww... F*#^!!!" I had absolutely NO IDEA what was inside that thing! I was was looking at a $200.00 service call (just for the VISIT!)
Turned out the wire to the heating element crimp connector was bad. I took it off, cleaned the wire, put on a new crimp connector, and was done in an hour and a half. (And 45 minutes of that was spent going to Lowes to pick up the crimp connector and some electrical tape!
All said and done, I fixed my dryer (something I NEVER thought I could do) for less than $15.00
...THANKS TO YOU!!
GOD BLESS!!

[danielsmith]

Brother i owe you a big one!!! My dryer has been killing a heating element ever 11 to 14 months but this time it was the safety thermostat. I took the lint shoot off and it was almost completely stopped up coming out if the drum and from there to my outside exhaust was matted about an inch thick. I praise god it quit when it did and the safety worked as designed cause i was headed for a house fire. Thanks man. YOU SAVE MY HOUSE AND MY FAMILY!! PEOPLE CLEAN OUT YOUR LINT SHOOT, PAY SOMEONE, DO WHATEVER YOU GOT TO. THOSE THINKS FROM WALMART AND HOME DEPOT DONT WORK!!!

[laurencebouchard]

Just fixed my dryer and saved 120$ by doing it myself!! Thank you sir, may your pillow always be cold 🙌🏻

[brian]

Love these guys who go calmly about explaining how to diagnosis and fix problems instead of playing stupid music and wasting time with nonsensical banter. Thank you so much for taking the time to make this and other videos. Hope you and your business are thriving.

[JTBurke]

OCT 2024. My Whirlpool Dryer Model # WED4850HW0 stopped heating. After successfully repairing a Washing Machine and a Dishwasher using YouTube I decided to try my luck. This video was exactly what was needed to identify and fix the dryer. I had to buy a Multimeter tester at HD ($18) and I then followed the steps exactly as done in the video. There was no issue with my vent or any of the circuits I tested. So it was most likely the timer. I ordered a new timer assembly from Appliance Parts Pros ($115) and it arrived two days later. It was an easy to swap out the old failed timer assembly with the new one. Before putting the machine back together I tested it and it operated just like it should. This video is the prefect example of how to help DIY / homeowners troubleshoot and repair a dryer. Thanks!

[deannadavis]

It's my lower thermostat! I never thought I would see the day when I would be fixing my own dryer! Thank you so much for this

[Freddygold]

Thank you man for a NO BULLSHIT video! Straight to the point and nothing left out. Best troubleshoot ive seen yet! Thanks!

[keithyounce]

A Thousand Thank Yous! I( suspected it was my timer, because the problem initially affected the 'High Heat - Timed Dry' area of the dial, then it stopped heating altogether. Took me 5 minutes to pull off the back, and another 5 to diagnose in the exact same order as the video. I ordered a replacement from Amazon for $60. Installed it in two minutes, and am now good to go. Such a relief that I don't have to pay for a new dryer or a repair visit. THANK YOU!!

[JohnDoe-upus]

Great, Great Video. It is people like you that helps millions of people save money. I am surprised there is not a million likes. You have helped me with my whirlpool. As a renter who has to pay for washer/dryer maintenance, thos is a game changer. I urge all renters and home owner to watch this video

[lindasapienza]

With your very clear step by step approach we were able to test and determine that the thermostat was bad. Ran to the parts store, bought the kit and replaced both thermostats. You saved us hundreds on repair or replacement. Thank you so much!!

[jot]

Thank for the intro into my appliance repair career. Or my first time fixing a dryer. I love that I was able to fix my brother’s dryer instead of having him buy a new one. He is on a fixed income and anytime I can save him money, it makes me happy. Plus, it was fun! I was an electrician so I know how to use tools, but never fixed an appliance in my life until now, thanks to you.

[jessanicoletti]

Super helpful!!! Followed this tutorial to identify that it was my timer also not working. Ordered a replacement and installed it today. We’re back in business 🔥🔥🔥 with a dryer blowing hot air again. Amen 🙏🏻. Thanks guys from a single DIY mom just trying to get by.

[olgalydia]

Worked like a charm!!! My husband was ready to put my dryer on the curbside and I watched your video a fixed it myself🙋‍♀️
Can't thank you enough!!!!

[Birdnird]

Thank you so much @Byrd appliances! I am a DIYer but had no idea how to diagnose and fix my dryer. When I got to the timer and discovered an open circuit I was so relieved. After I replaced it and tested the dryer....HEAT! I am thrilled. Thank you again. Saved me $150 on a service call, or a new $600-700 dryer.

[timothysmoot]

I did exactly as he instructed and it worked just like he said it would. The part cost me $11 on amazon, took 2 days for it to arrive and 15 minutes to install and test. I got heat immediately. I appreciate this guy.

[kcchand]

This is what happened to our dryer. I borrowed a multi-meter, followed your instructions. My test showed that the timer switch was faulty. I bought a new one and installed it. Dryer now works like new! Thank you so much for this video! You saved me a bunch of cash.

[tallguyu]

I just want to say THANK YOU for this video!! I had no idea what I was doing but after watching this, I went and bought a meter and figured out that it was the top thermostat and had it fixed in 30 min. I probably paid to much at $35 here in town rather than the internet for the part but I'm a family of 6 and can't wait around for parts to come in the mail. My dryer was only 26 months old so it was really frustrating but I saved a ton of money because of this video. Thank you!!