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Electrolux Dryer starts then stops

If your Electrolux dryer starts then stops — it runs briefly then stops or the cycle ends after only a few seconds — start with the moisture sensor, which can falsely report dry clothes and prematurely shut the drum. If the sensor checks out, the next likely culprits are a faulty motor relay that cuts power to the motor, then the control board or main control board, both of which can intermittently kill a cycle; inspect circuit boards for burn marks or shorts. If the start or cancel button is intermittent, the user control and display board may be to blame, and a failing timer is another possibility. Before replacing parts, make sure the door switch and touchpad are working and, when appropriate, test relays or the timer with a multimeter and the wiring diagram. You can enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to pull up the exact replacement parts and repair guides for your dryer so you buy the right components and get back to reliably drying clothes.

01 - Electrolux Dryer Moisture Sensor

The moisture sensor monitors the clothing’s moisture level and sends a signal to the control board when the clothes are dry. If the moisture sensor is malfunctioning, it could inaccurately report that the clothing have sufficient dried, causing the drum to stop spinning. However, this is rarely the case. Before replacing the moisture sensor check all the more commonly defective parts. If you have determined that all of the other components are working properly, replace the moisture sensor.
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02 - Electrolux Dryer Motor Relay

If both the door switch and dryer touchpad are working appropriately, it's possible the motor relay is defective. However, this is not that common of a problem. Before replacing the motor relay, check all the more commonly defective parts. If you determine that all of the other components are working properly, you can test the motor relay by using a multimeter and consulting the wiring diagram to help determine if it is malfunctioning.
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03 - Electrolux Dryer Control Board

If both the door switch and dryer touchpad are working appropriately, it's possible the control board is defective. However, this is not that common of a problem. Before replacing the board, check all of the more commonly defective parts. If you have determined that all of the other components are working properly, replace the control board. (The control board cannot be easily tested, but you can try to inspect it for signs of burning or a shorted-out component.)
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04 - Electrolux Dryer Main Control Board

If both the door switch and dryer touchpad are working appropriately, it's possible the main control board is defective. However, this is not that common of a problem. Before replacing the board, check all of the more commonly defective parts. If you have determined that all of the other components are working properly, replace the main control board. (The control board cannot be easily tested, but you can try to inspect it for signs of burning or a shorted-out component.)
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05 - Electrolux Dryer User Control and Display Board

If the dryer's start/cancel button is only working intermittently, it's likely the user control and display board is malfunctioning and causing the dryer to stop running. A new board will need to be installed to resolve the problem.
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06 - Electrolux Dryer Timer

If both the door switch and dryer touchpad are working appropriately, it's possible the timer is defective. However, this is not that common of a problem. Before replacing the timer, check all the more commonly defective parts. If you determine that all of the other components are working properly, test the timer by using a multimeter and consulting the wiring diagram. If the timer is defective, replace it.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Why does my dryer start then stop after a few seconds?
Could a faulty moisture sensor make my Electrolux dryer stop early?
How do I test the motor relay or timer when the dryer starts then stops?
Can the user control board or main control board cause the dryer to stop mid-cycle?
How do I enter my model or part number on RepairClinic to get the right replacement part?

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