Why a Dryer Does Not Dry Clothes
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Our dryer quit blowing hot air. Any idea what could cause two dryers to do this? |
Clothes Dryer Problem
Electrical Question: Why did our dryer quit blowing hot air?
- Our dryer quit blowing hot air last weekend and we replaced with a refurbished one and it is having the same issue.
- We had an electrician check and the plug is getting appropriate electricity.
- Any idea what could cause two dryers to do this (all fuses thermostats etc show continuity).
This electrical wiring question came from Chris, a Homeowner in Mississippi.
Dave’s Reply:
Thanks for your electrical wiring question Chris.
Problem with a Clothes Dryer
Application: Problem with a Clothes Dryer.
Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced. This electrical project is best performed by a Licensed Electrical Contractor or Certified Electrician.Contractor.
Electrical Tools Required: Basic Electricians Pouch Hand Tools, Voltage Tester, and appropriate Safety Gear.
Estimated Time: Depends on the personal level experience, ability to work with tools, install electrical circuit wiring, and the available access to the project area.
Electrical Safety: Identify the electrical power source to the Clothes Dryer, turn it OFF and Tag with a Note before working with the electrical wiring.
Electrical Wiring Parts and Materials: Electrical parts and materials for the Clothes Dryer should be approved for the specific project and compliant with local and national electrical codes.
Electrical Codes and Inspections: Installing or changing home electrical wiring should be done according to local and national electrical codes as adopted in your location. A permit and inspections may also be required.
Clothes Dryer Does Not Dry Clothes
This electrical wiring project is about a Problem with a Clothes Dryer in the Laundry of a Old Home.
Clothes Dryer Does Not Heat
Reviewing the Electrical Question:
- Our dryer quit blowing hot air last weekend and we replaced with a refurbished one and it is having the same issue. We had an electrician check and the plug is getting appropriate electricity.
- Chris, from the information you have provided, Make sure the dryer vent is clear and not obstructed. A clogged dryer vent will prevent air from exhausting which will prevent the dryer from heating.
- Please note that a clogged dryer vent could also be a potential fire hazard, therefore it is essential to have the dryer vent cleaned out.
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Laundry Room Electrical Wiring
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3-Wire and 4-Wire Configurations for Clothes Dryers
See an electric dryer installation with a typical 220 Volt electric power cord wiring system. You may find yourself with either a 3-wire or 4-wire electric dryer, or a 3-wire or 4-wire outlet. Lets look a how the electric dryer is wired and what to do if your cord does not match the plug.
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