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Frigidaire Dryer starts then stops

If your Frigidaire dryer starts then stops, or it starts for a few seconds and then shuts off, the likely causes are electrical or control-related rather than the drum itself. Start by checking the door switch and the touchpad since those can interrupt power; the moisture sensor is listed first because it can falsely report dry and stop the cycle, although that is uncommon. If those check out, the next suspects are a failing motor relay, a faulty control board or main control board, a bad user control and display board—especially if the start/cancel button works intermittently—and finally the timer. You can often test the motor relay with a multimeter and inspect control boards for burned components before buying replacements. If you need the exact part, enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to pull the correct replacement for your dryer and get step-by-step repair guidance for a dryer that starts then stops, dryer stops after a few seconds, or dryer runs briefly then stops.

01 - Frigidaire 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 - Frigidaire 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 - Frigidaire 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 - Frigidaire 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 - Frigidaire 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 - Frigidaire 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?
How do I test the motor relay, timer, or moisture sensor when the dryer starts then stops?
Can a bad start button or user control board make the dryer stop mid-cycle?
My dryer stops because it thinks clothes are dry. How do I check the moisture sensor?
How do I enter my dryer model number on RepairClinic to find the right replacement part?

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