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Slider22
Jan 12, 2010, 09:12 PM
My dryer only turns itself off when in a heat mode... not fluff. I don't think it is the motor. Any suggestions?

WallyHelps
Jan 13, 2010, 06:10 AM
It sounds like it is overheating and the thermal cutout is shutting it off. I would pull the dryer out from the wall and take a look at the vent pipe and make sure it is clear of lint. Look back into the dryer and forward down the pipe towards the outside--make it as clean as possible. This lint can catch fire.

Best of luck,
WallyH