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Electrolux Dryer starts on its own

If your Electrolux dryer starts on its own, start by checking the user controls: an intermittent start/cancel button or a control panel that is unresponsive often points to a failing touchpad or user control and display board. If the touchpad and start button are working normally, the most likely cause is a bad motor relay, followed by a defective timer and then the main control board. You can test the motor relay and timer with a multimeter and a wiring diagram; the main control board is harder to bench-test but you can look for burned components or obvious shorts. Treat the touchpad or user control as the culprit when the dryer start button not working or the dryer controls not responding are part of the symptom. Fixing the correct part stops the dryer from starting unexpectedly and prevents unnecessary replacements. Enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to see the exact replacement motor relay, timer, control board, or touchpad that fits your dryer and get step-by-step guidance for the repair.

01 - Electrolux Dryer Motor Relay

If the dryer touchpad is 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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02 - Electrolux Dryer Timer

If the dryer touchpad is 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.
Common

03 - Electrolux Dryer Control Board

If the dryer touchpad is 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.)
Common

04 - Electrolux Dryer Main Control Board

If the dryer touchpad is 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.)
Common

05 - Electrolux Dryer Touchpad and Control Panel

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 start running. A new board will need to be installed to resolve the problem.
Less Common

06 - 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 start running. A new board will need to be installed to resolve the problem.
Less Common

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does my Electrolux dryer start on its own?
Could a bad touchpad or user control board make the dryer start by itself?
How do I test the motor relay or timer when the dryer starts on its own?
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I replaced the control board but the dryer still starts by itself. What should I check next?

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