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Electrolux Dryer error code

Electrolux Dryer Error E71-E72-2

Outlet thermistor failure.

Outlet thermistor failure.

ModerateStart with 5-15 minutes of safe checks
✅ WORTH FIXINGParts under $100
Electrolux dryer repair guide for error E71-E72-2
Error codeE71-E72-2Dryer

Try these first

Start here before buying a part or taking the appliance apart.

  1. 1
    Disconnect the dryer from the wall outlet to

    Disconnect the dryer from the wall outlet to ensure safety.

  2. 2
    Slide the dryer away from the wall and

    Slide the dryer away from the wall and remove the screws holding the rear access panel in place.

  3. 3
    Locate the outlet thermistor, which is a small

    Locate the outlet thermistor, which is a small sensor mounted on the exhaust housing.

A quick explanation

What does E71-E72-2 mean?

Outlet thermistor failure.

The answer you came for

How to fix Electrolux dryer error E71-E72-2

Start with the safest checks and work from simple to technical.

  1. 1

    Disconnect the dryer from the wall outlet to

    Disconnect the dryer from the wall outlet to ensure safety.

  2. 2

    Slide the dryer away from the wall and

    Slide the dryer away from the wall and remove the screws holding the rear access panel in place.

  3. 3

    Locate the outlet thermistor, which is a small

    Locate the outlet thermistor, which is a small sensor mounted on the exhaust housing.

  4. 4

    Unplug the wire harness connected to the old

    Unplug the wire harness connected to the old thermistor and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.

  5. 5

    Remove the single screw holding the thermistor and

    Remove the single screw holding the thermistor and take it off.

  6. 6

    Install the new thermistor, secure it with the

    Install the new thermistor, secure it with the screw, and plug the wire harness back in.

  7. 7

    Reattach the rear panel, plug the dryer in,

    Reattach the rear panel, plug the dryer in, and run a test cycle to check if the error is gone.

  8. 8

    Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes,

    Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.

Read the additional checks from the current guide

How to Fix E71 / E72 Error (Step-by-Step) Disconnect the dryer from the wall outlet to ensure safety.Slide the dryer away from the wall and remove the screws holding the rear access panel in place.Locate the outlet thermistor, which is a small sensor mounted on the exhaust housing.Unplug the wire harness connected to the old thermistor and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.Remove the single screw holding the thermistor and take it off.Install the new thermistor, secure it with the screw, and plug the wire harness back in.Reattach the rear panel, plug the dryer in, and run a test cycle to check if the error is gone.Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on. Verified Compatible Alternatives:134711200134711300 Still Not Working? If the replacement part didn't fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure. Browse all Electrolux error codes: Electrolux Error Codes

If the code comes back

Do not keep replacing parts based only on the code. Repeat the safe checks above. If the fault remains, stop and arrange qualified service rather than ordering from the code alone.

Recommended part

Recommended part for this error code

Part listed in the current guide

OEM candidate: 134587700

Price noted in the current guide: $15-$55

Why this part is shown: It is associated with Electrolux Dryer error E71-E72-2 in the current guide. The error code alone does not prove this part has failed.

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