Dryer Won’t Start? Easy Troubleshooting Guide

You set the timer… you push the start button… and NOTHING happens. Before you call a repairman or run out and buy a new dryer, there are several easy things you can check yourself at home that could save you a lot of money. In this step-by-step beginner friendly dryer repair video, I’ll show you how to troubleshoot a dryer that won’t turn on when you hit the start switch. We’ll walk through the most common problems including: • Tripped breaker • Bad door switch • Thermal fuse • Power cord connection • Start switch testing • How to use a test meter on ohms • Visual inspections for burnt wires and loose connections I’ll also show you how to safely open the dryer, remove the front panel, test components, and check continuity using a multimeter. This video is designed for beginners and homeowners that want to learn how to fix things around the house without spending hundreds of dollars on a service call. If you like repair videos like this, give me a thumbs up, subscribe, and leave me a comment. If there’s a repair you want to see next, let me know and I may add it to the list of upcoming videos. Now go out there and get that dryer fixed. #dryerrepair #dryerwontstart #appliancerepair #fixitwithjay #dryertroubleshooting #howtofixadryer #dryernotworking #repairathome #diyrepair #homemaintenance #thermalfuse #doorswitch #electricaltroubleshooting #multimetertesting #fixityourself