Jb September 11, 2016 for Model Number DV448AEP/XAA Samsung dryer DV448AEP/XAA - the dryer turns on and spins without issue however there isn't heat, the air blows cold. All vents etc are clean and the dryer isn't set to air fluff. Is replacing the Heating Element Assembly sufficient? Does the heating element assembly contain the Thermal Fuse? If not would recommend changing that at the same time? Any advice is greatly appreciated. Thank you!
1 Answer JB, The heating element does have the thermal fuse and high limit on it. It would be recommended to do a continuity test on all the parts to make sure that they have continuity. If they check ok then the issue will not be the heater or thermal fuse or high limit in which case if all the thermostats check ok There are 2 components other than the thermostats which would cause the heating element not to work. First is the motor and second the control board. The best option is to disconnect the power to the unit and access the heating element. Disconnect one wire that is going to the heating element, preferably the one on the thermostat side. Plug the unit back up and using a multimeter you will want to turn the dryer on and test for 120 vac at the terminal on the heater where the wire was disconnected. What this will do is eliminate the heater element itself and the motor. If there is 120 vac at this point then you know the heater is good and the motor is good because the other 120 vac coming through the thermostats is the control board side of the circuit. If there is not 120 vac at that point then you will want to test the other terminal on the heater and check for 120 vac. If there is not 120 vac then the motor would be bad . Read More...
Joe September 06, 2016 for Model Number DV431AEW/XAA-01 What is the correct heater assy? AP4342351 or DC93-00154A or DC97-14486A? Thanks,
1 Answer Hello Joe. You will need to order DC97-14486A for the heater assembly needed for the unit. Read More...
Eric August 09, 2016 for Model Number DV316BEC/XAA Could you please explain the wiring hook-up for this heater assembly for the Samsung Model: DV316BEC/XAA?
1 Answer Hello Eric. There is a great video on the parts page that shows the wiring hookup for the element assembly. http://www.appliancepartspros.com/samsung-heating-element-assembly-dc97-14486a-ap4342351.html Read More...
Dean H June 04, 2016 for Model Number DV350AEP/XAA-0000 Dryer is heating and running fine most of time, however occasionally it will just power off (requiring power on button) and does not always power on right away, but it will power back on. I have checked/clean the exhaust and taken the dryer apart and cleaned and looked at switches. All seems ok. Not sure what it. Can control panels fail in this way? Thank you
1 Answer Dean, With the unit just shutting down on its own, this issue would most likely be caused by a faulty main control board. Read More...
Stephanie May 25, 2016 for Model Number DV438AER/XAA Need to replace Dryer Heating Element Assembly on my Samsung Front Loading Dryer. I know that the correct replacement part is DC97-14486A. I have removed the OEM assembly (to make certain I could) and can see that the nibs on the OEM part and the nibs of the replacement assembly DO NOT match. The OEM part only has one flat nib on what appears to be the connection for the Dryer High Limit Thermostat and the replacement assembly has two flat nibs. The original wiring, therefore, cannot be connected using the original wiring. Is there some type of alternative cable available to accommodate this design change? I have taken a photo of the OEM assembly to show the difference in the connecting nibs if that could be useful in answering this question.
1 Answer Stephanie, The manufacturer does not show a jumper wire to correct the wiring for the heater. This would require you to get some high temp wiring and high temp connectors. The part number for the high temp wire that we have is TJMA0514G and the connectors are part number TJMA02875-1. Read More...
Jason May 03, 2016 for Model Number DV231AEW/XAA-0001 Tumbler keeps running, even after display panel is turned off. No power. Only stops when door is open or unplugged. I have tried replacing both pcb board and front panel electrics. Also replaced door switch. None of these have changed anything. Dryer does all functions. It dries properly and timer works fine. Just doesn't stop when done and still runs when turned off. I have not tried replacing element yet, but not sure if that would do it either. Any ideas? Thanks
1 Answer Jason, You will want to check for a stuck centrifugal switch on the motor. If the switch is stuck then it could cause this but you will also want to check to make sure that there are no damaged wires (which is more likely). It sounds like there is a wire that is shorting to ground and completing the circuit to the motor. Read More...
Becca March 08, 2016 for Model Number DV42H5200EW/A3-0000 My dryer is running, but not heating properly. I am planning to check the heating element, the thermistor, and the thermal fuse. I am confused because it seems that the heating element assembly contains a thermostat and a thermistor, in addition to the the thermal fuse and thermistor located behind the blower assembly. Do I need to check all of these? The thermal fuse and thermistor videos only address the parts located behind the blower assembly.
1 Answer Becca, Yes you would test these other thermostats for continuity. If any of them do not have continuity then you will need to replace the parts required. Read More...
Brett F. February 17, 2016 for Model Number DV407AEW/XAA-0001 Replaced Heating Element assembly as per the video, took pictures of wiring prior and replaced correctly. Put back together as instructed, started dryer and let run for about a minute, opened dryer and smoke was coming out of the dryer. Took the dryer back apart and verified that the wiring was correct and it happens to match exactly to the video. I have the heating element assembly back out and not sure if I should try it again.
1 Answer Hello Brett, You should start the unit momentarily with the front off to see where the smoke is originating. Be aware that lint is highly flammable and should be removed with a vacuum cleaner before re-starting. Also be aware that if the unit is run too long with the cabinet open, since the air flow is disrupted, it can damage the heating element. Sometimes when a new element is energized, the new will "burn off" producing smoke and a distinctive hot smell. Read More...
Luis November 13, 2015 for Model Number DC97-14486A(AP4342351) I have Samsung dryer model # DV219AEW/XAA I need if this parts # DC97-14486A (AP4342351). I want to know if this works in my dryer.
1 Answer Luis, Yes the heating element assembly DC97-14486A is the correct heater assembly for your model dryer. Read More...
Tom September 18, 2015 for Model Number DV220AEW Just replaced the heating element and turned on the dryer to test it out. Let it run for 1 minute and then stopped it and opened the door. The clothes in there were very hot and there was a burning smell. Any ideas on what the problem is??? I checked that the part fit my model before I purchased. Please help!
1 Answer Tom, As for the smell, the element will give off a burning odor as it burns off impurities from the manufacturing process and shipping. As for being hot you will want to check the vent system from the blower wheel to the outside of the home to ensure that it is clean and clear as this can cause overheating. Read More...