Is your Electrolux washing machine not working? If so, you’ve come to the right place; this in-depth guide gives you steps on how to resolve this issue…
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Electrolux Washing Machine Dryer Not Working — How To Fix
If your Electrolux washing machine dryer isn’t working, here are the problems to look for…
1. Damaged User Control Board
If your Electrolux dryer isn’t working, it could be as a result of a damaged user control board. If you notice a burning smell coming from the front of the machine, you’ll need to replace the board. Here’s how to do this…
Step 1. Ensure that your washing machine is disconnected from the power outlet before starting this procedure in order to prevent any chances of electrical damage.
Step 2. Take out the bolts at the back of the machine holding the top panel to the cabinet. Slide the top panel backwards about a few inches, then lift it off the washer.
Step 3. Use your Philips screwdriver to loosen the two screws at the top of the control panel. Pry the panel off the front of the cabinet (use a flat-blade screwdriver if needed).
Step 4. Unplug the wire connector attached to the control panel. With your screwdriver, take out the nuts holding the user interface board to the control panel.
Step 5. Take the board off the panel and discard it. Take your new washing machine user interface control board out of its packaging.
Step 6. Mount the new interface control board on the panel, then secure it by applying the screws with your Philips screwdriver.
Step 7. Plug the wire harness into the terminal on the new user interface board. Mount the control panel onto the cabinet, then apply the two screws at the top to secure it.
Step 8. Slide the top cover onto the machine, then secure it by tightening the two screws at the back with your Philips screwdriver.
Step 9. Plug the dryer back into the power outlet, then test it to ensure that everything works properly.
2. Broken Drive Belt
Follow the steps below to replace a damaged drive belt in your Electrolux dryer…
Step 1. Ensure that your dryer is disconnected from the outlet before starting this procedure in order to prevent electrocution.
Step 2. With your Philips screwdriver, loosen the bolts at the back of the machine holding the top panel to the cabinet.
Step 3. Slide the top panel backwards about an inch or so, then lift it off the cabinet. Loosen the screws holding the control panel to the front of the machine using your Philips screwdriver.
Step 4. Pry the control panel off the front of the machine and unplug the wire connector attached to it. Set the control panel aside. Open your washing machine’s door.
Step 5. Loosen the screws on the front panel securing the lint filter housing cover. Tip the machine backwards, then place a support underneath the front.
Step 6. Using your Philips screwdriver, loosen the screws at the bottom of the front panel. Take the support out from underneath the dryer and set the machine on its feet.
Step 7. Remove the screws at the top of the front panel. Carefully lift the panel off the front of the cabinet, then unplug the door lock’s wire connector.
Step 8. Unplug the drum light wire connector and user interface wire connector from the main control board.
Step 9. Loosen the nuts holding the main control board support bracket to the front bulkhead. Pull the bracket off the bulkhead.
Step 10. Using your screwdriver, remove the nuts holding the front bulkhead to the cabinet. Support the main control board bracket on the cabinet.
Step 11. Reach underneath the drum. If still intact, take the drive belt off the motor shaft and idler pulley.
Step 12. Slide the old drive belt off the drum, then discard it. Prepare your new dryer drive belt for installation by taking it out of its packaging.
Step 13. With the grooved side turned inwards, loop the new drive belt around the drum. Reach under the drum and loop the new belt around the two pulleys in a zig-zag pattern.
Step 14. Rotate the drum slowly to help align it. Lift the front bulkhead and mount it back onto the cabinet. Apply the screws at the bottom to secure the bulkhead.
Step 15. Plug the wire connectors back into the main control board. Snap the control board bracket into the slots on the front bulkhead, then apply the screws to secure it.
Step 16. Lift the main front panel and plug the wire connector back in. Use your screwdriver to apply the bolts at the top of the front panel.
Step 17. Carefully tip the machine backwards and place a support underneath the front. Apply the bolts at the bottom with your Philips screwdriver.
Step 18. Take the support out from underneath the machine, then set the washer on its feet. Open the door of the dryer and apply the screws on the front panel to secure the lint filter housing.
Step 19. Reconnect the wire harness to the terminal on the control panel. Mount the control panel onto the cabinet, then apply the screws to secure it.
Step 20. Mount the top cover on the machine. Use your Philips screwdriver to apply the nuts at the back. Plug the dryer back into the outlet, then test the machine by running a cycle.
3. Damaged Motor
To replace a damaged drive motor in your Electrolux dryer, here are the steps you’ll need to take…
Step 1. Make sure to unplug the dryer from the outlet before starting this procedure in order to prevent any chances of electrocution.
Step 2. Go to the back of the machine and take out the screws holding the top cover using a Philips screwdriver. Slide the top backwards about an inch or so, then lift it off the dryer.
Step 3. Loosen the nuts holding the control panel using your Philips screwdriver. Pry the panel off the front of the machine, then unplug the wire connector.
Step 4. Open the dryer’s door, then take out the screws on the front panel securing the lint filter housing cover.
Step 5. Get someone to help your tip the machine backwards and support it. Use your Philips screwdriver to take out the two screws underneath the front panel.
Step 6. Carefully set the washing machine back onto its feet. Loosen the nuts at the top of the dryer’s front panel.
Step 7. Lift the front panel off the cabinet. Disconnect the lid lock wire connector attached to the front panel, then set it aside.
Step 8. Unplug the user interface connector and drum light connector from the terminals on the main control board (make sure to take note of where ach connector goes).
Step 9. With your Philips screwdriver, take out the screws holding the control board mounting bracket to the front bulkhead. Move the bracket out of place and support it.
Step 10. Use a Philips screwdriver to take out the bolts holding the bulkhead to the cabinet. Carefully lift the bulkhead off the machine and set it aside.
Step 11. Reach underneath the machine’s drum, then unhook the drive belt from the idler pulley and motor pulley.
Step 12. Lift the drum assembly out of the cabinet carefully and set it aside. Unhook the spring from the idler arm.
Step 13. Take the idler assembly out of the cabinet and set it aside. Unplug the wire harness attached to the drive motor.
Step 14. Use a pair of pliers to squeeze the motor shaft. Using a 7/8 inch socket, loosen the blower wheel by turning it clockwise.
Step 15. Use a flat-blade screwdriver to pry off the motor retaining clips. Pull the motor assembly out of the cabinet and discard it.
Step 16. Take your new washer drive motor out of its packaging. Insert the shaft of the new motor into the blower wheel.
Step 17. Snap the two retaining clips onto the motor assembly. Rotate the blower wheel counter-clockwise to secure it.
Step 18. Plug the wire connector into the terminal on the new motor assembly. Reinstall the idler arm in the cabinet, then hook the spring onto it.
Step 19. Carefully guide the drum back into the cabinet. Reach underneath the drum, then loop the belt around the motor pulley and idler pulley in a zig-zag pattern.
Step 20. Lift the front bulkhead and mount it on the cabinet. Apply the screws at the bottom of the bulkhead to help secure it.
Step 21. Hook the control board bracket onto the bulkhead and secure it by applying the screws. Plug the drum light and interface control board wires into the main board.
Step 22. Reconnect the door lock wire harness to the front panel. Mount the panel on the dryer, then secure it by applying the screws at the top. Tip the washer backwards a bit, then apply the screws at the bottom of the panel.
Step 23. Open the door of the dryer, then apply the screws to secure the lint filter housing cover.
Step 24. Reattach the wire connector to the control panel. Snap the panel onto the machine, then apply the screws at the top with your Philips screwdriver.
Step 25. Slide the top cover onto the cabinet, then apply the bolts at the back to secure it. Plug the dryer back into the electrical outlet, then try running a spin cycle to ensure that everything works properly.
4. Damaged Idler Spring
If your Electrolux dryer isn’t working even when the motor is running, it indicates that the idler spring is damaged. Follow the steps below to learn how to replace this part…
Step 1. In order to prevent any chances of electrocution, make sure to unplug your washing machine’s power cord from the outlet before starting this repair.
Step 2. Loosen the nuts at the back of the cabinet securing the top panel using a Philips screwdriver. Pull the top panel off the machine and set it aside.
Step 3. With your Philips screwdriver, loosen the two screws securing the control panel to the front of the dryer. Pry the panel off the dryer, then unplug the interface wire connector.
Step 4. Open the door of the dryer, then use your screwdriver to take out the bolts on the front panel securing the lint filter housing cover.
Step 5. With someone helping you, tip the washing machine backwards a bit and place a support underneath the front panel. Use your Philips screwdriver to remove the two screws at the bottom of the panel.
Step 6. Carefully take the support out from underneath the machine, then set the dryer back onto its feet.
Step 7. Remove the three screws at the top of the dryer’s front panel. Lift the panel off the dryer, then disconnect the door lock wire connector.
Step 8. With your Philips screwdriver, loosen the nuts holding the main control board bracket to the bulkhead. Move the bracket out of place and support it.
Step 9. Loosen the screws holding the front bulkhead to the cabinet. Lift the bulkhead off the dryer and set it aside.
Step 10. Carefully reach under the drum and take the drive belt off the idler pulley and motor pulley. Using the belt for support, lift the drum out of the cabinet and set it aside.
Step 11. If still intact, unhook the spring from the idler arm. Discard the old spring and take the new one out of its packaging.
Step 12. Attach the new idler spring to the motor mount. Hook the spring onto the idler arm.
Step 13. Lift the drum and carefully guide it back into the cabinet. Reach underneath the drum, then loop the drive belt around the idler and motor pulleys in a zig-zag formation.
Step 14. Snap the front bulkhead back into the slots on the front panel. Use your Philips screwdriver to apply the screws at the bottom of the bulkhead.
Step 15. Move the control board mounting bracket into place, the apply the screws to secure it to the front bulkhead.
Step 16. Plug the drum light and user interface wire connectors into the appropriate terminals on the main control board.
Step 17. Reattach the door lock wire connector to the front panel. Mount the panel onto the front of the dryer.
Step 18. Open the dryer’s door and apply the screws on the front panel to secure the lint filter housing cover.
Step 19. Apply the screws at the top of the front panel. Tip the washing machine backwards and place a support underneath (you can also get someone to help you hold it).
Step 20. Use your Philips screwdriver to apply the two screws underneath the front panel. Plug the wire connector back into the control panel.
Step 21. Snap the control panel onto the front of the machine, then use your Philips screwdriver to apply the screws at the top.
Step 22. Remount the top panel on the cabinet. Use your screwdriver to apply the nuts at the back.
Step 23. Plug the dryer back into the electrical outlet, then make sure everything works properly by running a spin cycle.
5. Damaged Outlet Duct Thermal Fuse
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If your Electrolux dryer isn’t working, the final thing you should check is the outlet duct thermal fuse. Here are the steps you’ll need to take to replace this part…
Step 1. Disconnect the appliance from the power outlet before starting this procedure in order to prevent any chances of electrical damage.
Step 2. Take out the two screws holding the top panel to the cabinet using a Philips screwdriver. Lift the top cover off the machine, then set it aside.
Step 3. Open the dryer’s door, then use your Philips screwdriver to take out the screws on the front panel holding the lint filter assembly cover.
Step 4. Remove the two screws at the top of the control panel. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, pry the control panel off the front of the cabinet.
Step 5. Disconnect the wire harness attached to the control panel, then set it aside. Get someone to help you tip the dryer backwards a bit, then place a support underneath the front.
Step 6. Loosen the two screws underneath the front panel. Take out the support underneath the dryer, then set the appliance back onto its feet.
Step 7. Use your Philips screwdriver to unscrew the two bolts at the top of the main front panel. Carefully pull the front panel off the cabinet.
Step 8. Unplug the door lock wire connector from the front panel. Set the front panel aside. Disconnect user inter face board and drum light wire connectors from the main control board on the drum.
Step 9. Loosen the two screws holding the control board’s mounting bracket to the front bulkhead. Move the board out of place and support it.
Step 10. Loosen the screws at the bottom of the front bulkhead using your Philips screwdriver. Lift the bulkhead off the cabinet and set it aside.
Step 11. Reach underneath the drum assembly, then take the belt off the two pulleys. Pull the drum assembly out of the cabinet and set it aside.
Step 12. Loosen the screws holding the heating element housing to the duct. Use your Philips screwdriver to take out the nuts holding the housing to the base of the cabinet.
Step 13. Pull the housing out of place, then set it on the cabinet laying sideways. Unplug the wires attached to the thermal fuse on the housing.
Step 14. With your Philips screwdriver, remove all the screws holding the fuse in place. Take the fuse off the housing and discard it.
Step 15. Prepare your new thermal fuse for installation by removing it from its packaging. Install the new thermal fuse on the housing and apply the nuts with your Philips screwdriver.
Step 16. Plug the wire connectors into the appropriate terminals on the new thermal fuse. Position the heating element housing on the heat duct, then apply all the screws to secure it.
Step 17. Lift the drum assembly and guide it back into the cabinet. Reach underneath the drum, then fit the belt around the motor pulley and idler pulley (ensure that the belt is looped in a zig-zag formation).
Step 18. Mount the front bulkhead on the cabinet, then tighten the screws at the bottom using a Philips screwdriver.
Step 19. Reconnect the drum light and user interface board wire connectors into the main control board.
Step 20. Mount the main control board bracket onto the bulkhead. Using your Philips screwdriver, apply the screws.
Step 21. Plug the door lock wire connector back into the front panel. Snap the front panel on the cabinet, then apply the two screws at the top.
Step 22. Open the machine’s door and apply the screws to secure the lint filter housing cover.
Step 23. Tip your washing machine backwards carefully, then apply the two screws at the bottom using your Philips screwdriver.
Step 24. Plug the wire harness back into the terminal on the control panel. Snap the panel on the cabinet, then use a screwdriver to apply the two screws at the top.
Step 25. Place the top cover on the cabinet, then tighten the nuts at the back to secure it. Plug the machine’s power cord into the electrical outlet. Try running a spin cycle to ensure that everything works properly.
Electrolux Washing Machine Not Working — Solution
Is your Electrolux washing machine not working? Here are the issues you should look for…
1. Power Outlet Isn’t On
If your Electrolux washing machine isn’t working, the first thing you should do is check to ensure that the power outlet is turned on.
If the power outlet is on, try disconnecting the appliance and plugging another appliance in. If the second appliance also doesn’t work, it indicates that the outlet is damaged. You’ll need to contact an electrician to take a look at the issue.
2. Burnt Power Cord
If the outlet isn’t damaged, the second thing you should check is the power cord. If you notice any damage or burns to the cord, you’ll need to replace it. Here are the steps you’ll need to take to do this…
Step 1. Make sure to disconnect your washing machine from the electrical outlet before starting this procedure.
Step 2. Carefully move the machine forwards a bit to get more working space. Loosen the screws at the back of the machine holding the top panel to the cabinet using your Philips screwdriver.
Step 3. Slide the top cover backwards, then lift it off the cabinet. Use your screwdriver to take out the bolt holding the power cord grounding wire to the support bracket.
Step 4. Disconnect the power cord’s wire connector from the control board. Release the strain relief from the rear panel using a flat-blade screwdriver.
Step 5. Pull the power cord out of the cabinet, then discard it. Take your new washing machine power cord out of its packaging.
Step 6. Transfer the strain relief from the old power cord to the new one. Pass the wire connector of the new power cord through the opening on the cabinet, then snap the strain relief in place.
Step 7. Plug the new power cord’s wire connector to the main control board. Use your screwdriver to apply the bolt to secure the grounding wire.
Step 8. Snap the top cover onto the cabinet, then tighten the screws at the back using your Philips screwdriver.
Step 9. Plug the new power cord into the electrical outlet, then try turning the machine on to see if the issue has been resolved.
3. Burnt Control Board
The final thing you should check if your Electrolux washing machine won’t start is the main control board. If this board burns or fails, your washer will not operate at all. Click here to learn how to replace this part.
Electrolux Washing Machine Dial Not Working — Solved
If your Electrolux washing machine dial isn’t working, you’ll need to replace it. Take the following steps to do this…
Step 1. Prevent any chances of electrocution by ensuring that your washing machine is unplugged from the outlet before starting this repair.
Step 2. With a Philips screwdriver, loosen the bolts at the back of the machine holding the top cover. Slide the panel backwards and lift it off the cabinet.
Step 3. Slide the soap tray out of the dispenser, then press the button inside to release it. Set the detergent tray aside.
Step 4. Loosen the two screws at the top of the control panel using your Philips screwdriver. Take out the remaining two screws next to the detergent dispenser opening.
Step 5. Pry the control panel off the front of the cabinet (use a flat-blade screwdriver if needed). Unplug the electrical connector from the control panel.
Step 6. Using your Philips screwdriver, remove the screws holding the user interface board to the control panel. Take the user interface board off the panel.
Step 7. Pry the control dial off the interface control board, then discard it. Take your new control dial out of its packaging, then snap it onto the user interface board.
Step 8. Mount the user interface board on the control panel, then tighten the screws with your Philips screwdriver.
Step 9. Reconnect the wire harness to the terminal on the interface board. Snap the panel onto the front of the cabinet, then apply the screws at the top to secure it.
Step 10. Reapply the two screws next to the dispenser opening. Slide the soap tray into the dispenser assembly.
Step 11. Place the top cover on the cabinet. Secure the top panel by applying the screws at the back with your Philips screwdriver.
Step 12. Plug the power cord back into the electrical outlet, then try running a cycle to see if the problem has been fixed.
