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LG Dryer starts then stops

If your LG dryer starts then stops after a few seconds, the usual culprits are the user control and display board or a faulty timer, followed by basic inputs like the door switch or touchpad failing to send a steady start signal. If those check out, the motor relay can fail and cut power to the motor, and less commonly the control board or main control board may be shutting the cycle down. A bad moisture sensor can also tell the machine the load is dry and stop the drum, but that is rarely the cause. Start by confirming the door switch and start button respond every time, then test the timer and control board behavior; a multimeter and the dryer wiring diagram help when diagnosing relays and timers. If a board or relay needs replacement, enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to find the exact replacement part for your dryer and get step-by-step guidance for the repair.

01 - LG 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 - LG 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 - LG 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 - LG 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 - LG 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 - LG 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 LG dryer start then stop after a few seconds?
How do I test the motor relay or the timer when the dryer stops running?
Can a faulty moisture sensor make the dryer stop before clothes are dry?
The start/cancel button works intermittently. Is the user control and display board the problem?
How do I enter my model number to find the correct replacement part on RepairClinic.com?