A dryer can fail without displaying a code. Choose what you can observe, then confirm the model manual before trying any procedure.
Choose a symptom
Dryer Not Heating
Clothes tumble but stay wet and cool
Explore →Dryer Takes Too Long
A load needs extra cycles to dry
Explore →Dryer Has Little or No Airflow
Exhaust feels weak or a vent warning appears
Explore →LG Dryer d80, d90 or d95
LG Flow Sense reports restricted exhaust airflow
Explore →Dryer AF or Check Vent Message
An airflow or vent message appears
Explore →Samsung Dryer C80 or C90
A Samsung Vent Blockage test result reports restricted exhaust
Explore →Dryer Won’t Start
The dryer does not begin a cycle
Explore →Dryer Stops Mid-Cycle
The dryer quits before the load is done
Explore →Dryer Drum Not Spinning
The motor may run or the controls light but the drum stays still
Explore →Dryer Squeaking
A repetitive squeak occurs during tumbling
Explore →Dryer Rattling
A loose or vibrating sound appears
Explore →Dryer Burning Smell
Smoke or a burning odor develops
Explore →Dryer Overheating
The cabinet or laundry becomes unusually hot
Explore →Gas Dryer Has No Heat
A gas dryer tumbles without heating
Explore →Dryer Trips the Breaker
The circuit breaker trips repeatedly
Explore →Dryer Lint Buildup
Lint collects around the screen or vent
Explore →Dryer Sensor Drying Poorly
Sensor cycles stop too early or run too long
Explore →Heat-Pump Dryer Water Tank Full
A condensate tank alert interrupts drying
Explore →Dryer Steam Water Issue
A steam cycle lacks water or reports a supply issue
Explore →Dryer Vent Installation Check
A new installation triggers airflow concerns
Explore →Stop signs
Gas odor, smoke, sparking, a burning smell, water near electrical parts, and severe overheating take priority over troubleshooting. Move to safety and get qualified help.