⚠️ Safety Warning: Appliance repair involves electricity, gas, and moving parts. Always disconnect power before working on any appliance.
Error Code: PAU Difficulty: Easy
Problem: A problem with power to the motor.
How to Fix PAU Error (Step-by-Step)
- Ensure the dryer door is fully shut and latched. The dryer will not operate if the door switch is not engaged.
- Verify that a drying cycle has been selected using the main dial or buttons.
- Press the ‘Start/Pause’ button firmly to begin the selected cycle.
- Check your home’s circuit breaker panel or fuse box to confirm that the breaker for the dryer has not tripped. If it has, reset it.
- Make sure the dryer’s power cord is securely plugged into the wall outlet.
- Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.
- Check for simple blockages (lint screen, drain path, or filter) and clean anything you find.
Still Not Working?
If the replacement part didn’t fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure.
Most DIY parts are $50–$250. If you have a quote, use the total.
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Expert: Mike Sullivan
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