20 Most Recent Frigidaire FDE216RE Dryer Questions & Answers

Hi wawhitlock20...

Here are a few things to check:
ALWAYS UNPLUG YOUR DRYER BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO DO ANY WORK ON IT.
Check to make sure you are getting full 220 Volt power to the dryer, if you are then:
Check your Wiring
Often the main wiring connection from the house, at the dryer, burns and the connection breaks. If this has happened to your dryer, you need to replace the power cord and the terminal block inside the dryer to which the wire is attached.
Check the Door Switch
If the door switch or the door-switch actuator is defective, the dryer won't work and you need to replace the failed component. The switch is inside the dryer main housing near the door frame. Sometimes you need to raise or open the top or front of the dryer to reach the switch. Check for continuity you should have none with door open, and should have a reading when closed. If not replace the door switch.
Check to make sure you heating problem is not a lint build up in the discharge hose or the dryer,as this condition can cause heater/thermistor problems such as overheating of the heating coil leading to failure of the coil and burnout of the thermostat/thermistor due to overheat.
Remove the back/or front just under the door of the machine and try to locate the air duct going from the blower to the drum. Normally inside/outside the air duct you will find the heating coil and the thermostats/thermistors. Once you have located the heating coil, remove the two wires from it and check the coil with an ohm meter across the two terminals of the coil.
You should read continuity across the terminals, if not you will need to replace the coil as it is faulty.
If the heating coil is ok, then:
You can check the thermostat/thermistor/thermal fuse one at a time by removing the two wires and taping them together with electrical tape.
If the coil heats up then replace the thermostat/thermistor/thermal fuse as it is faulty.
If you have an ohm meter then you can test the thermostat/thermistor/thermal fuse,
then you do not have to tape the wires together as described above.
To test your thermostat/thermistor/thermal fuse remove the wires from the thermostat/thermistor/thermal fuse and check for continuity, if you DO NOT have continuity then replace the thermostat/thermistor/thermal fuse.
DO NOT LEAVE THE WIRES TAPED TOGETHER AFTER THE TEST AS THIS COULD CAUSE A FIRE BECAUSE YOU HAVE REMOVED THE SAFETY.
Check your blower wheel to make sure it is secure to the shaft and not plugged with lint,socks,etc.
If the thermal fuse overheats the dryer will not operate. It's located on the blower housing. It cannot be reset.
You can test it with an Ohm meter or continuity checker, remove both wires from the thermal fuse and put the test probes to each of the ends of the thermal fuse, if no continuity then replace the thermal fuse.
A vent clogged with lint can cause it to overheat.
Right after replacing a dryer element, always run the dryer on 'air fluff' / 'no heat', and go outside to verify there's plenty of air coming out your vent system.
If the vent's clogged, that new element can burn out very quickly.
For video and pictures on how to replace a generic element go to the following website:
davesrepair.com/DIYhelp/DIYreplacingWPLdryels.htm
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No laughing now, wife did it to me yesterday fixing a blown breaker for the A/C
Check the breaker, and I would then check the plug to make sure the prongs are good.
Next you are looking for the saftey switch on the door.
Then I would look at the timer.

There are some excellent exploded view illustrations you can use for a reference at searspartsdirect.com. Just type in your model number and look under the link on the following page. There is also a zoom feature so you can get closer views if needed.

There are also helpful dryer belt diagrams listed at repairclinic.com. Just click on the "Repair Help" link at the top of the page and look for the "Dryer Belt Diagram" link on the following page listed under "Special Features". The Fridgidaire diagrams are listed as C, B, and G. You will have to know the age of the appliance to make sure the diagram you are using is accurate. If you do not know the age, please post back with your SERIAL number and I can tell you how old it is. I hope you find this information helpful.

If the terminal is 5/16 it needs to be 5/16. The reason is that it passes the correct resistance. The smaller the contact, the more resistance and heat. You may be okay with a 5/16 connector in 250'F and that is probably the best option. However, I would image that any local wholesale electrical wholesaler would carry them. https://www.google.com/search?q=5%2F16+high+temperature+spade+terminal Nedco and CES are my go-to wholesalers https://www.google.com/search?q=electrical+wholesaler+near+me ..

Help in the link which also refers to the thermal limiter. It is a gas appliance and should be only serviced by a certified and registered gas technician. https://www.google.com/search?q=Frigidaire+Affinity+Door+Open ..

It is a gas appliance so has to be worked on by a gas certified technician. Call for service. That is the law. ..

To put your Frigidaire Dryer FEQ1442ES0 into diagnostic mode, follow these steps:

1. Hold down the Select and Cancel buttons at the same time for six seconds. After one buzzer sound, the two keys will be released.
2. Press and hold the Select and Cancel keys for six seconds right away. The display will indicate "r 2" when the buzzer sounds once.

Once you've put your dryer in diagnostic mode, you may run the diagnostic test to find any problems. You can consult your dryer's operating instructions booklet if you require any more help. I hope this is useful.

Good Afternoon Friend, this is Z. Thank you for your post! If you are receiving an error code E61 on your Frigidaire Affinity dryer, first check if it is a false error code by resetting the power to your appliance by either unplugging it or flipping off the breaker for about ten minutes. If the error code persists, it could potentially mean that your dryer is experiencing a failure with the heater relay. This is not a typical DIY job. I would recommend reaching out to an experienced appliance tech just to ensure no troubleshooting step has been missed. You can often locate a qualified service provider through the manufacturer website. Best regards.

Thumping and grinding is indication of a worn rear bearing and worn drum slides at the front. They are made of felt and are supposed to be oiled periodically. They are an easy replacement on older machines. https://www.google.com/search?q=Frigidaire+dryer+gler642as3+parts ..

The important part that is missing from this question is the model of the dryer as this part may used on multiple models. The correct Google search query is frigidaire (model) replace timer or frigidaire (model) timer wiring diagram The result will be like this and you can click on the images tab as well. https://www.google.com/search?q=%E2%80%8Bfrigidaire+(model)+timer+wiring+diagram I deleted the Answer that you got previously as it was from an AI Answer Bot https://www.fixya.com/users/rege-oluwaseun I am an advanced human being to provide comprehensive and accurate information based on authoritative non-specific answers ..

Question edited for clarity. Question moved from Cars and Trucks. No, not normally, it comes as a unit and this is standard procedure. If it is failing in three years, you have an airflow issue which is causing overheating. https://www.partselect.com/PS418120-Frigidaire-131553900-Heating-Element-Assembly.htm?SourceCode=20&SearchTerm=GLER331AS2&ModelNum=GLER331AS2&ModelID=1107102 Having said that, here are bare coils if you want to try it and the price is a lot more favorable, just make sure voltage and wattage matches.

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SOUNDS LIKE FAULTY THERMOSTAT / REGULATOR FOR HEATER ELEMENT, COMMON PROBLEM IN DRYERS

There are several things it could be, but before you start throwing parts at it give these folks a call at their 800# tech line. https://www.repairclinic.com/ProductDetail/641599?symptoms=1

Control board probably needs replacement you can find the part here... https://www.partselect.com/Models/FFRE4120SW/Manufacturer/4/Sections/Control-Panel/?ModelID=6901298&ModelNum=FFRE4120SW&mfgModelNum=&ManufactureID=4&Selected=E1595D82EF749006AEC1AD26B911C7D1B16785E2&Position=2&mfg=Frigidaire&Type=Dryer&Mark=2 Suggest you call their 888# to confirm with their tech's before throwiing parts at it. Best to you. Also these guys 800# but they show special order item. https://www.repairclinic.com/RepairHelp/How-To-Fix-A-Dryer/1-2-2269837-/New/Frigidaire-Dryer-Won-T-Start-FFRE4120SW

check out these sites... https://www.repairclinic.com/ProductDetail/689318?symptoms=1 https://www.appliancepartspros.com/repair-help/frigidaire-dryer-aeq8000fe0-repair/aeq8000fe0-wont-start.html A call to their tech 800#s so you don't start throwing parts at it. :) Best to you

The Frigidaire AEQ8000FE electric dryer is displaying the 50 and start/stop lights blinking randomly with periodic beeping. Pressing the control panel clears the issue, but it returns after a few minutes. Despite this issue, the dryer is working properly.

The loud, constant squeak/squeal from your Frigidaire dryer, combined with a burning smell, indicates a serious problem that needs to be addressed. While replacing the drum bearing kit was a good step, it appears that there may be other issues at play. One possible cause of the squeaking could be a worn or damaged drive belt or idler pulley. If the idler pulley spring came off, it is possible that the belt is not properly tensioned and may be slipping or rubbing against the drum, causing the squeaking noise. Additionally, a slipping belt can generate a burning smell as it heats up from the friction. Another possible cause of the burning smell could be a malfunctioning heating element, which may be overheating the dryer and causing the burning odor. It is recommended that you stop using the dryer immediately and unplug it from the power source. It is not safe to continue using a dryer that is producing a burning smell.