Electrolux Dryer error code
Electrolux Dryer Error HE
Heating Error - Dryer isn't heating as it should.
Heating Error - Dryer isn't heating as it should.
Try these first
Start here before buying a part or taking the appliance apart.
- 1Check 1
Power Cycle: Turn the dryer off and on again to see if the error code clears.
- 2Check 2
Hard Reset: Unplug the dryer for several minutes to perform a hard reset of the electronics.
- 3Check 3
Wiring Inspection: If you are comfortable doing so, unplug the dryer and check the wiring connections on the main control board for any loose or damaged wires.
A quick explanation
What does HE mean?
Heating Error - Dryer isn't heating as it should.
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How to fix Electrolux dryer error HE
Start with the safest checks and work from simple to technical.
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Step 1
1. Unplug the dryer from the power outlet.
- 2
Step 2
2. Check your home's circuit breaker box to ensure the breaker dedicated to the dryer is not tripped. Electric dryers use two breakers; ensure both are on.
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Step 3
3. Disconnect the vent hose from the back of the dryer and check for any lint buildup or obstructions that could restrict airflow.
- 4
Step 4
4. Remove the rear access panel. Locate the heating element and disconnect its wires. Use a multimeter to test for continuity between the terminals. If there is no continuity, the element is faulty and needs to be replaced.
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Step 5
5. Find the thermistor/thermostat on the blower housing or heating element housing. Disconnect the wires and test for continuity. An infinite resistance reading indicates a faulty part that needs replacement.
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Step 6
6. If the heating components test correctly, the problem could be a faulty connection or a failed main control board.
Read the additional checks from the current guide
How to Fix HE Error (Step-by-Step) Unplug the dryer from the power outlet and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.Check your home's circuit breaker box to ensure the breaker dedicated to the dryer is not tripped. Electric dryers use two breakers; ensure both are on.Disconnect the vent hose from the back of the dryer and check for any lint buildup or obstructions that could restrict airflow.Remove the rear access panel. Locate the heating element and disconnect its wires. Use a multimeter to test for continuity between the terminals. If there is no continuity, the element is faulty and needs to be replaced.Find the thermistor/thermostat on the blower housing or heating element housing. Disconnect the wires and test for continuity. An infinite resistance reading indicates a faulty part that needs replacement.If the heating components test correctly, the problem could be a faulty connection or a failed main control board.Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.
What to Check Next on This Electrolux Dryer Focused repair path: dryer airflow, heating, motor, sensor, and control checks. Do not treat the fault as reset-only if it keeps returning; use the failed function to choose the next test. Disconnect power before opening panels, then confirm whether the Electrolux dryer repeats the same code after a clean reset. Match the symptom to the part of the cycle or function that fails: fill, drain, heat, cool, spin, latch, ignite, fan, sensor, or control response. Inspect simple causes first: airflow, water supply, drain path, door closure, filter, venting, wiring connectors, and visible damage. Use meter testing or service diagnostics before replacing electronic controls, because wiring, switches, sensors, and loads can mimic board failure. Use the complete Electrolux dryer model number from the appliance tag before ordering any model-specific part. Check, inspect, clean, test, measure, remove, reconnect, clear, and replace parts only when the symptom supports that path. If these checks point toward a part, verify the complete Electrolux model number from the appliance tag before ordering. &tag=appliancefixg-20Verified Compatible Alternatives:134792700137249910
What may be causing it?
- Main control board failure
- Loose or damaged wiring connections on the main control board
These are possibilities to investigate, not proof that one part has failed.
Recommended part
Recommended part for this error code
Main Control Board (part number varies by model)
Price noted in the current guide: $75-$250
Why this part is shown: It is associated with Electrolux Dryer error HE in the current guide. The error code alone does not prove this part has failed.
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Safety first
Disconnect power before opening panels or touching internal parts.
When to stop
- Stop if you see burned wiring, melted connectors, water near electrical parts, or a gas smell.
- Do not perform live-voltage testing unless you are trained and equipped for it.
- Use the exact model manual or service information before replacing electronic controls.
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