An appliance problem starting right after a house move, a new detergent or additive, or a water/gas/power supply change should be checked against that specific change first. For dryer moisture-sensor cycle, first compare the same towel load on Timed Dry and Sensor Dry.
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- dryer moisture-sensor cycle with this exact failure state
- Diagnosis across small/mixed load versus sensor bars, airflow and control
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0 of 4 completedCapture the exact failure state
ReversibleNote exactly what changed — installation, supply type or product used — and confirm it worked immediately before. Expected behavior: sense damp fabric contact and end when the load reaches target dryness.
Isolate the component boundary
ReversibleCompare the same towel load on Timed Dry and Sensor Dry. Test with the previous product or a factory-recommended one, or verify the new supply connection matches the appliance's requirements. Boundary to separate: small/mixed load versus sensor bars, airflow and control.
Correct only the proven cause
ReversibleClean sensor bars by approved method and group similar fabrics. Correct the installation, switch back to a compatible product, or arrange service for a supply mismatch that cannot be user-corrected.
Verify and stop safely
ReversibleRun one complete normal cycle under the new conditions and confirm normal results. Service cycles that end immediately with a normal damp load and clean sensors.
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