Dryer heats on timer but not when using sensor (washer, heating, appliance)
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This doesn't happen all the time but my Frigidaire Dryer model #feq332es0 occasional will not heat enough to dry clothes when running sensor mode (automatic dry) but will always dry when in timed mode. What usually is the culprit? Thanks
Thanks. That may be it. Any idea how complicated the install will be.
I have to open up the dryer to install a new bearing drum but from Youtube videos looks pretty simple
One other thing, it is an intermittent issue and doesn't happen all the time. I would say when using the automatic dry cycle the dryer will fail to heat enough probably 1/3 of the time. So most of the time it works.
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This doesn't happen all the time but my Frigidaire Dryer model #feq332es0 occasional will not heat enough to dry clothes when running sensor mode (automatic dry) but will always dry when in timed mode. What usually is the culprit? Thanks
I experienced the same thing with a GE model. I tested the sensor to discover the control was faulty. I tend to think as your problem is intermittent the problem resides with the moisture sensor. You can try operating the dryer under anoother automatic dry mode for cottons or delicates using the auto (more/less) dry mode to see of the problem exists in another operation.
I repair my own appliances. I order parts from Appliance Parts & Consumer Electronic Parts | PartSelect Make sure the dryer is unplugged. The replacement items is often an exact terminal hook-up so its difficult to mess anything up. If you have some basic hand tools I encourage you to give repairing it yourself if your up to the challenge. Really, its not that difficult. Take a picture of where wires are before you remove the control before you install the new one.
The worst than can happen is that you stop with machine open for a repairman to install your procured control... you'll save money regardless. Tell the repair man you'll reassemble the machine. If there is a minimum hourly charge for the repairman have him/her reassemble the machine.
One other thing, it is an intermittent issue and doesn't happen all the time. I would say when using the automatic dry cycle the dryer will fail to heat enough probably 1/3 of the time. So most of the time it works.
Personally we have the same issue and our unit is 14 years old. I decided not to do it. If I were going to open up my machine and replace the parts, then while its open I'd replace the heating coil also. But since I'm getting 100% dry in one mode, so I left it alone. If you do follow this direction, keep in mind that as the unit gets older the part prices go up.
As to difficulty, look up youtubes and take-a-parts from the link. As to actually doing it add the costs of all the parts plus a few hours of your time and compare it to the cost of replacing it.
Thanks. We bought this washer/dryer combo unit around 8 years ago and this is the first issue we have had. Washer has worked flawlessly.
Unit is basic without too many electronics (digital readouts, 100 million wash/dry combinations, etc) but it works. I'm wary of new appliances with all these electronic gizmos.
I went ahead and replaced the rear drum assembly and new drum belt to fix squeak. Pretty easy with online videos and only cost $23 for parts shipped ($15 for rear drum assembly and $8 for belt). Belt was optional but figured since I had the whole thing out might as well replace it also.
Wiped and cleaned the moisture sensor inside dryer. Let's see if this helps resolve the drying issue. Thanks
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