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Admiral Dryer starts then stops

If your Admiral dryer starts then stops—whether it runs briefly then stops or it stops after a few seconds—the most likely suspects are the user control and display board or a faulty timer, especially if the start/cancel button is intermittent. After those, check the moisture sensor, which can falsely tell the dryer the load is dry, and the motor relay, which can cut power to the motor. Control boards, including the main control board, are possible but less common; inspect them for burned or shorted components before replacing. Start by verifying the door switch and touchpad/start button work, then test the timer and relays with a multimeter and inspect wiring and connections. If you find a failed part, enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to pull up the exact replacement part and diagrams for your dryer so you can get it fixed right the first time.

01 - Admiral 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 - Admiral 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 - Admiral 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 - Admiral 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 - Admiral 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 - Admiral 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 bad moisture sensor make my dryer stop before clothes are dry?
How do I test the motor relay or timer when my dryer starts then stops?
How can I tell if the control board is causing the dryer to stop mid-cycle?
How do I enter my model number or part number on RepairClinic to find the right replacement part?

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