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Why won't my dryer turn on after I've replaced the heating element?

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There can be quite a few reasons for this. Electric parts may have gotten damaged; a fuse may need a replacement; the protection switch inside the machine may have been triggered; a wall plug fuse may be off...Google for a manual or call your plumber.

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I've replaced my heat element coil, but now my fuse keeps blowing. What should I do?

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Check to see if you put the heat element coil in properly and that the wires are connected.

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Can I do this if it is a gas dryer?

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That is a very dangerous task to do on your own. It would be best to Have a professional appliance repair technician do it for you.

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Are heating elements interchangeable, or do I have to purchase a specific element for that specific brand of dryer?

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No, they are not interchangeable. If you do a google image search for "dryer heating element" you can easily see they come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes. One brand might use the same element for different models, but different brands are almost never interchangeable.

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What if, after changing the heat element, it’s still blowing cold?

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That means that either your heating element wasn't actually the problem or you have multiple failures in the electrical system of your dryer.

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I replaced the element, but the dryer still isn’t getting hot. What does that mean?

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This most likely means that either your heating element wasn't the problem, or you have multiple failures. There are other components besides the element that heat a dryer.

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I changed the heating element and sensors in my Samsung dryer. Now, when I plug it in, the heating element comes right on, and then the fuse pops. What do I do?

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It sounds like you may have something grounded. In this case, I would call a professional technician to assist you in a full diagnostic and cost to repair.

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