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    Aug 27, 2009, 08:28 AM
    Dryer Heating element
    Why does dryer run but not heat?
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    Aug 27, 2009, 06:09 PM

    Simply put. The motor runs on 120 volt power and the heating element operates on 240 volts.
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    Aug 27, 2009, 07:33 PM

    Assuming electric dryer, most likely a defective heating element.
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