- 09/05/2022
- By Editor
- Washer and dryer repairs
Amana dryers have not lost their popularity over the years, they are quite simple and reliable. However, problems happen with any home appliance for a variety of reasons, so let’s look at what problems with Amana dryers you should be prepared for and what to do if they occur.
The dryer does not start even though you have plugged it in and pressed the start button.
A common cause is a fuse, it can burn out during power surges. Before calling a repairman, check, it will take a couple of minutes. If necessary, replace with exactly the same.
Why can a fuse burn out except for power surges? The heat dissipation pipe is clogged, this may cause the dryer to overheat and kill the fuse. Check and clean dryer ventilation.
Amana dryer’s drum does not spin
The reason may be a worn belt or drum roller. Both the belt and the roller are constantly subjected to stress, sooner or later the parts wear out.
- Replace drive belt
- Replace drum rollers
There may be a more serious problem – a faulty drive motor.
In this case, do not try to repair the dryer yourself, replacing the motor is a serious challenge, call a professional.
Drying in the dryer takes an abnormally long time.
A possible reason is that the heater has become worse to glow and warm up the dryer.
Clogging of ventilation is also possible – there is no moisture removal, therefore drying is less effective.
- Clean the air vent at least once a year.
Amana dryer overheating
Heating does not stop when the desired temperature is reached, causing the appliance to become too hot.
This is quite dangerous – if there are signs of overheating, immediately turn off the device and do not use it until it is repaired, otherwise a fire may occur.
- Replace the heating element – this should be done by a qualified person.
Excessive noise from your Amana dryer
The problem of noise is definitely related to the moving parts in the device – this is the belt, rollers, motor.
The belt may wear out, as well as the rollers, something may become loose, in any case, increased noise is a sign of a malfunction.
Contact our professionals, and they may have to:
- Replace drive belt
- Replace drum rollers
- Replace drum roller axle
- Replace drive motor
Amana dryer often turns off, changes the mode of operation on the go, shows strange statuses on the display.
Most likely it is an electronics problem. Modern dryers contain electronic control boards and chipsets that can fail. It will require the work of a professional to replace such parts.
These are not all, but quite common problems that you may encounter as an Amana dryer owner. Don’t be afraid, just call us and we will repair your dryer with a guarantee and in a short time.
