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Samsung Dryer has a burning smell

If your Samsung dryer smells like burning, act quickly but calmly. The most common cause is excess lint in the lint trap or venting, which can overheat against the heating element or burner and give off a burning odor, so start by cleaning the lint filter and vent and run a quick airflow check. If the smell continues, a stretched, frayed or slipping drive belt is the next likely culprit; a slipping belt can heat up and smoke, so inspect the belt and confirm the drum and idler pulley turn freely. A shorted main control board can also produce an electrical burning smell, so look for burn marks or damaged components on the control board. Less likely but possible causes include a stuck blower or a worn blower belt and a damaged idler pulley or idler assembly that lets the belt slip. If you find a worn part, replace it; enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to get the exact replacement part that fits your dryer.

01 - Samsung Dryer Lint Filter

Excessive lint build-up in the dryer can be a fire hazard. The element or burner can cause the lint to catch on fire. It is recommened to clean out the dryer and dryer venting at least once a year.

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02 - Samsung Dryer Drive Belt

A drive belt that is stretched, worn or frayed can slip producing a burning smell. If the belt is damaged also check that the drum and idler pulley turn freely.

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03 - Samsung Dryer Main Control Board

A dryer's main control board controls the voltage being sent to all of the appliance's electrical components. The board itself can become shorted and produce a burning smell. You should inspect the board for any burn marks or a shorted components and replace if necessary.

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04 - Samsung Dryer Blower Belt

Some dryer models use a belt to run the blower. If the blower gets stuck or the blower belt is worn, loose and slipping, it can produce a burning smell. Confirm the blower turns freely and replace the belt if needed.

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05 - Samsung Dryer Idler Pulley

The idler pulley keeps tension on the belt to prevent it from slipping. If the idler wheel is damaged or stops turning, the belt can slip on the drive pulley, producing a burning smell. If your idler pulley is damaged or doesn't turn, you should replace it. Replacing the drive belt is also recommended.

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06 - Samsung Dryer Idler Assembly

The idler pulley assembly keeps tension on the belt to prevent it from slipping. If the idler wheel is damaged or stops turning, the belt can slip on the drive pulley, producing a burning smell. If your idler pulley assembly is damaged or doesn't turn, you should replace it. Replacing the drive belt is also recommended.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why does my dryer smell like something is burning?

Can a worn drive belt make my dryer smell like it is burning?

My dryer is making grinding or squeaking noises and smells like something is burning. What should I check?

My dryer drum is not turning and there is a burning odor. Could the belt or idler pulley be the cause?

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