A restricted exhaust air duct to the outside of the home: AF or F-30 appears and the dryer takes far longer than usual. Unplug the dryer and clear the exhaust air duct system
A clogged vent hood flap or a crushed duct: Air flow at the outside vent is weak or barely felt. Look at the outside vent and the duct run for a crushed section
A lint screen that is clogged or filmy: The lint screen is dull with fabric softener film. Clean the lint screen as part of the airflow check

The chart says exhaust air flow to the outside is restricted, so the dryer must be disconnected before the duct is detached.

Disconnect the duct at the dryer and clear it right through to the outside vent, including any elbows.

Make sure the flap opens freely when the dryer runs, and that nothing such as a bird's nest blocks it.

AF or F-30 (Oasis table).

None.

A vent brush or vacuum, a screwdriver or nut driver for the duct clamp.

What does AF or F-30 mean on a Kenmore Oasis dryer? An exhaust air flow restriction, in the chart's words.

How is F:30 on the Elite different? The Elite chart starts with the lint screen and fabric softener buildup before the duct.

What if the duct is clear? Check the lint screen and the blower fan, since the Oasis chart's F-45 and F-46 codes cover the fan.

Stop using the dryer until the duct is cleared, because a restricted exhaust is a fire risk

Disconnect power before you detach the exhaust duct

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code F:01

A failure of the main electronic control board.

Unplug the dryer for five minutes.

Plug it back in, and if the code returns replace the main electronic control board.

A fault on the main electronic control board that clears when the board resets: F:01 or F-01 appears and the dryer will not run a normal cycle. Unplug the dryer for 5 minutes, plug it back in and see whether the code returns
A control board fault that survives a restart: F:01 comes back each time the dryer is plugged in again. The chart replaces the main electronic control board in that case
A voltage spike that disturbed the control board: The code showed up after lightning, a blackout or a tripped breaker. Ask whether other appliances on the same circuit misbehaved

Use the plug, not just the controls, and leave it out for the full five minutes so the board resets.

A code that stays away after the trial run was a one-time glitch, and nothing more is needed.

The chart names the main electronic control board as the only part for F:01, on both the Elite and the Oasis.

F:01 (Elite) or F-01 (Oasis).

Main electronic control board.

A screwdriver or nut driver and a wrist strap.

Stop and unplug the dryer if there is a burning smell from the console or the back panel

Boards are expensive, so weigh the price against how old the dryer is before you buy one

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code F:02 (Elite)

A keypad failure on the Elite dryer's user interface.

Press the keys in the console to see whether one is stuck.

A stuck button on one of the two user interface control assemblies in the console causes this. If it cannot be freed, the assembly with the stuck button is replaced.

A button is stuck on the keypad of one of the two user interface control assemblies: F:02 appears on an Elite dryer and one button feels jammed or does not spring back. Press each button on both console assemblies and see which one stays down
Moisture or residue that holds a button down: The console is damp or sticky and a key responds erratically. Dry and clean the console and try the stuck button again
A console assembly with a jammed, shorted button: One button stays down no matter how you work it. The chart replaces the user interface control assembly with the stuck button

The Elite console holds two user interface control assemblies. The chart says a button is stuck on one of them, so press every key on both.

Work the key gently and clean around it. A film of moisture or residue can hold a key down.

On the Elite, the chart lists a single part for F:02: the console's user interface assembly.

F:02 (Elite table).

User interface control assembly.

A screwdriver or nut driver.

How many assemblies does the Elite have? Two, in the console, according to the chart.

How is the Oasis F-02 different? A single user interface board sits in the Oasis console, so that board is the part the chart replaces.

Unplug the dryer if liquid has run behind the console

The Elite has two user interface assemblies, so replace only the one with the stuck button

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code F:20

A failed heater relay on the main control board.

Replace the main electronic control board, which carries the heater relay.

The heater relay on the main electronic control board has failed: F:20 or F-20 appears and the dryer tumbles but does not heat, or the heat will not switch off. The chart names the relay on the board, so the board is the part to confirm
A spike that burned out the relay: The code arrived after a thunderstorm, power cut or breaker trip. Check whether other electronics on that circuit were hit as well
A one-off fault that clears when the board resets: The code appears once and does not come back. Unplug the dryer for several minutes and run a short cycle

Use the plug and leave it out for several minutes, which resets the control if the fault was a one-off.

Watch whether the dryer heats and switches off as it should. If it does, no repair is needed.

The chart says the heater relay on the main electronic control board failed, so the board is the only part named. Match it to your model number.

F:20 (Elite) or F-20 or F-21 (Oasis).

Main electronic control board.

A screwdriver or nut driver and a wrist strap.

What about F-21 on the Oasis? The Oasis table lists F-20 and F-21 together with the same instruction.

Unplug the dryer before opening the back panel, because the relay switches mains-voltage heat

If the dryer heats constantly, unplug it at once and do not run it again until the board is replaced

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code F-20 or F-21

A failed heater relay on the main control board, shown as F-20 or F-21.

Replace the main electronic control board, which carries the heater relay.

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code F-22 (Oasis)

An exhaust thermistor failure on the Oasis dryer.

The exhaust thermistor should read about 10,000 ohms at room temperature, and a defective one is replaced.

The exhaust thermistor has gone open and reads far above its normal resistance: F-22 appears on an Oasis dryer and the temperature control stops working or the heat cuts out early. Unplug the dryer and measure the exhaust thermistor; it should be about 10,000 ohms at room temperature
A broken wire or a connector that has backed out of the exhaust thermistor plug: The reading changes when the thermistor wire is moved or the plug is wiggled. Check the thermistor wiring and its plug for a break before you order a part
A thermistor that has aged out of range: The reading is far from the expected 10,000 ohms with the dryer cold. Replace the exhaust thermistor if it is defective

The exhaust thermistor sits in the airflow leaving the drum, so it stays hot after a cycle and can burn.

The chart says it should measure about 10,000 ohms at room temperature. Note the reading, because an open thermistor reads far higher and a good one reads close to that figure.

The chart names the thermistor as the only part for F-22 on the Oasis, so the control board is left in place.

Thermistor (exhaust).

A multimeter and a screwdriver or nut driver.

Is F-22 the open one? On the Elite table the matching code F:22 is the open thermistor. The Oasis chart words F-22 and F-23 the same way and gives both the same check.

Is the sensor called the same thing on the Elite? The Elite chart calls it the outlet thermistor; the Oasis chart calls it the exhaust thermistor.

Unplug the dryer and let it cool before you reach the thermistor, which sits where the exhaust air leaves the drum

Do not run the dryer without a working exhaust thermistor, because it is one of the sensors that guards against overheating

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code F:22 (Elite)

An open outlet thermistor on the Elite dryer, the sensor that reads the exhaust air.

The thermistor should read about 10,000 ohms. A defective one is replaced.

The outlet thermistor is electrically open: F:22 appears on an Elite dryer and the temperature control stops working. Unplug the dryer and measure the outlet thermistor; it should be about 10,000 ohms
A broken wire or connector at the outlet thermistor: The reading is open only when the wire is moved. Check the thermistor wiring for a break before you order a part
A thermistor that has drifted out of range: The reading is far from the expected 10,000 ohms. Replace the outlet thermistor if it is defective

The outlet thermistor sits in the exhaust path, which stays hot after a cycle, so wait until it is comfortable to touch.

The control detects an electrically open outlet thermistor for F:22. The chart says the reading should be about 10,000 ohms.

The chart names the outlet thermistor as the only part for F:22 on the Elite.

Outlet thermistor.

Unplug the dryer and let it cool before you reach the thermistor

Do not run the dryer without a working outlet thermistor, because it protects against overheating

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code F-23 (Oasis)

An exhaust thermistor failure on the Oasis dryer, in the shorted state.

The exhaust thermistor should read about 10,000 ohms at room temperature, and a defective one is replaced.

The exhaust thermistor has shorted and reads far below its normal resistance: F-23 appears on an Oasis dryer and the drying temperature is misread. Unplug the dryer and measure the exhaust thermistor; a shorted one reads near zero instead of about 10,000 ohms
A thermistor wire whose insulation has worn through and touches the metal: The reading is near zero and the wire runs against a sharp edge. Look along the lead for a bare spot and for a wire squashed by the panel
A thermistor that has failed internally: The lead is intact and the reading is still far from 10,000 ohms. Replace the exhaust thermistor if it is defective

Give it time first; the exhaust thermistor sits in the hot air leaving the drum.

A short often comes from wire insulation rubbed through against metal, which is cheaper to repair than a sensor.

The chart says about 10,000 ohms at room temperature and names the thermistor as the only part for F-23 on the Oasis.

Thermistor (exhaust).

Is F-23 the shorted one? On the Elite table the matching code F:23 is the shorted thermistor. The Oasis chart words F-22 and F-23 the same way and gives both the same check.

What should a good thermistor read? About 10,000 ohms at room temperature; a shorted sensor reads far below that.

Unplug the dryer and let it cool before you reach the exhaust path, since it stays hot after a cycle

A shorted sensor can mean the dryer misjudges its temperature, so do not run it until the reading is right

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code F:23 (Elite)

A shorted outlet thermistor on the Elite dryer, the sensor that reads the exhaust air.

The thermistor should read about 10,000 ohms. A defective one is replaced.

The outlet thermistor is electrically shorted: F:23 appears on an Elite dryer and the temperature control stops working. Unplug the dryer and measure the outlet thermistor; it should be about 10,000 ohms
A pinched or shorted thermistor wire: The reading is near zero and the wire is squashed against metal. Check the wiring for a short before you order a part
A thermistor that has failed in a shorted state: The reading is far below the expected 10,000 ohms. Replace the outlet thermistor if it is defective

The outlet thermistor sits in the exhaust path, which stays hot after a cycle, so wait until it is comfortable to touch.

The control detects an electrically shorted outlet thermistor for F:23. The chart says the reading should be about 10,000 ohms.

The chart names the outlet thermistor as the only part for F:23 on the Elite.

Outlet thermistor.

Unplug the dryer and let it cool before you reach the thermistor

Do not run the dryer without a working outlet thermistor, because it protects against overheating

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code F-24 or F-25

An inlet thermistor failure on the Oasis dryer.

Unplug the dryer and check the harness between the main board and the inlet thermistor.

Reseat loose wires or replace a damaged harness. Then measure the thermistor: near 50,000 ohms at room temperature is healthy, and infinite or near-zero resistance means the inlet thermistor and high-limit thermostat assembly is replaced.

A loose or damaged wire harness between the main electronic control board and the inlet thermistor: F-24 or F-25 appears on an Oasis dryer and the heat control stops working. Unplug the dryer and check the harness connections between the board and the thermistor
An inlet thermistor reading infinite or near zero ohms: The wiring is fine and the reading is far from 50,000 ohms. Measure the thermistor; the chart expects near 50,000 ohms at room temperature
A failed inlet thermistor/high limit thermostat assembly: The reading is open circuit or shorted to zero ohms. The chart replaces the assembly if the reading is infinite or near zero

You should measure near 50,000 ohms at room temperature. A reading of infinite or near zero ohms is a failed thermistor.

The chart names this assembly as the only part for F-24 and F-25 on the Oasis.

F-24 or F-25 (Oasis table).

Inlet thermistor/high limit thermostat assembly.

What do F-24 and F-25 mean on a Kenmore Oasis dryer? An inlet thermistor failure, in the chart's words.

The thermistor and high limit thermostat are one assembly, so do not bypass either

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code F:25

A shorted inlet thermistor, the sensor that reads the air entering the drum.

The thermistor should read about 50,000 ohms, and a defective one is replaced. On this dryer the inlet thermistor is built into the high-limit thermostat, so the two are replaced together.

The inlet thermistor is electrically shorted: F:25 appears on an Elite dryer and the heat control stops working. Unplug the dryer and measure the inlet thermistor; it should be about 50,000 ohms
A pinched or shorted thermistor wire: The reading is near zero and the wire touches metal. Check the wiring for a short before you order a part
A thermistor that has failed in a shorted state: The reading is far below the expected 50,000 ohms. Replace the high-limit thermostat and inlet thermistor if it is defective

The inlet thermistor sits in the heater area, which stays hot after a cycle, so wait until it is cool enough to touch.

The control detects an electrically shorted inlet thermistor for F:25. The chart says the reading should be about 50,000 ohms.

The chart notes that the inlet thermistor is combined with the high-limit thermostat on this dryer, so they are replaced as one part.

High-limit thermostat/inlet thermistor.

The inlet thermistor is combined with the high-limit thermostat, so do not bypass it

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code F-26

A drive motor failure.

Unplug the dryer and check the wiring between the main board and the drive motor.

If the connections are sound, replace the drive motor.

Loose or damaged wiring between the main electronic control board and the drive motor: F-26 appears on an Oasis dryer and the drum does not turn. Unplug the dryer and check the wiring connections between the board and the motor
A failed drive motor: The wiring connections are sound and the drum still does not turn. The chart replaces the drive motor if the wiring connections are sound
A jammed drum that stops the motor: The drum feels stiff or will not turn by hand. Spin the drum by hand with the dryer unplugged

Open the cabinet only after the plug is out of the wall, and keep that plug in view while you work.

at both ends and look for a worn or burnt harness along its whole length.

The chart names the drive motor as the only part for F-26 on the Oasis.

Drive motor.

Is it on the Elite too? No. The Elite table does not list F:26.

Unplug the dryer before you check any of the wiring

The drive motor is a heavy part; consider a technician if you have not opened this dryer before

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code F:28 and F:29

A failure of the moisture sensor.

Unplug the dryer and check the sensor's wiring.

If the connections are sound, replace the moisture sensor.

Loose or damaged wiring connections on the moisture sensor: F:28 or F-28 appears and auto-dry cycles end early or run too long. Unplug the dryer and check the wiring connections on the moisture sensor
A failed moisture sensor: The wiring connections are sound and the code remains. The chart replaces the moisture sensor if the wiring connections are sound
A sensor coated with fabric softener residue: The sensor bars in the drum look dull or filmy. Clean the sensor bars and see whether the code returns

Reseat each connector on the sensor and look along the wire for one that is pinched or corroded.

A film of fabric softener can stop the sensor reading dampness properly, so wipe the bars with a soft cloth.

The chart names the moisture sensor as the only part for F:28 and F:29 on both dryers.

F:28 or F:29 (Elite), F-28 or F29 (Oasis).

Moisture sensor.

A screwdriver or nut driver and a soft cloth.

What does the moisture sensor do? It tells the control how damp the load is so an auto-dry cycle can end at the right time.

Unplug the dryer before touching the sensor wiring

F:29 and F-29 are listed with the same instruction on the same sensor

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code F:30

Restricted airflow through the dryer.

Clean the lint screen.

If you use fabric softener sheets, wash the screen with water and a soft brush to remove the film they leave. Then clear any clog from the exhaust duct all the way to the outside of the house.

A lint screen clogged with lint: F:30 appears and the dryer takes far longer than usual. Clean the lint from the lint screen and try again
Fabric softener sheet buildup on the lint screen: The screen looks filmy and water beads on it instead of soaking through. Wash the lint screen with water and a soft-bristled brush
A clog or restriction in the exhaust air duct system: Air flow at the outside vent is weak and the vent hood flap barely lifts. Clear any clog or restriction from the exhaust air duct system to the outside

Pull the screen out and remove all the lint, including the lint that collects in the housing under it.

Use water and a soft-bristled brush to remove fabric softener buildup; a filmy screen restricts the air even when it looks clean.

Disconnect the duct at the dryer and clear it all the way to the outside vent; the chart names no part for F:30.

A soft-bristled brush and a vent brush or vacuum for the duct.

Is it a part failure? No. The chart names no part; the fix is cleaning the lint screen and the exhaust duct.

Why wash the lint screen? Fabric softener sheets leave a film on the screen that restricts airflow.

How is the Oasis AF or F-30 different? The Oasis code is worded as an exhaust air flow restriction and goes straight to the duct; it has its own page.

Stop using the dryer until the exhaust is cleared, because restricted airflow is a fire risk as well as a cause of F:30

Disconnect power before you detach the exhaust duct

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code F:31

A low voltage on the L2 leg of the 240 volt supply, below 30 volts.

Check the dryer's breakers at the panel.

Reset the L2 breaker if it has tripped, then unplug the dryer and check the power cord's connections at the terminal block, reseating loose wires and replacing a damaged cord. An electrician should check the 240 volt supply.

A tripped L2 breaker in the house circuit breakers for the dryer: F:31 or F-31 appears and the dryer tumbles but does not heat. Look at the dryer's breakers in the panel and switch the L2 breaker back on if it has tripped
Power cord wires working loose at the terminal block: The terminal block connections look burnt or slack. Unplug the dryer and check the power cord connections on the terminal block
A worn power cord: The cord shows cracks or burn marks, or sits loose in the plug end. Fit a new power cord if this one is worn
A problem with the 240 volt supply: The breakers and the cord are fine and the code remains. Have an electrician check the 240 volt power supply for the dryer

The chart says the L2 leg of 240 volt power is below 30 volts. A tripped half of the double breaker leaves the dryer tumbling but not heating.

at the terminal block and replace the power cord if it is damaged or worn.

If the breaker keeps tripping or the cord is fine, the fault is in the supply.

F:31 (Elite) or F-31 (Oasis).

Power cord.

A screwdriver or nut driver; an electrician's voltmeter for the supply.

Who checks the supply? An electrician, according to the chart.

Stop and unplug the dryer if the cord or the terminal block is hot or burnt

Leave the 240 volt supply to an electrician, as the chart says; do not probe mains voltage unless you are qualified

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code F-40

A communication error between the main control board and the blower motor control board.

Unplug the dryer and check the harness between the two boards.

A blown thermal fuse cuts power to the blower board and produces this code, so measure the fuse and replace it if it reads infinite resistance. Then check the wiring from the blower motor to its control board and see whether the blower fan spins freely, clearing any clog in the fan housing and replacing a damaged fan. With sound wiring, fuse and fan, replace the blower motor control board.

A harness fault between the blower control board and the main board: The Oasis shows F-40 and the blower stays silent. Unplug the dryer and inspect the wiring that links the two boards
A blown thermal fuse that stops the blower motor control board getting power: The blower control board is dead because the fuse is open. Check the resistance of the thermal fuse; infinite resistance means it is blown
A loose or damaged harness between the blower motor and the blower motor control board: The fuse is good and the blower still does not run. Check the wire harness connections between the blower motor and its control board
A blower fan that is clogged or damaged: The fan does not spin freely when turned by hand. Check that the blower fan spins freely and clear any clog or restriction in the fan housing
A failed blower motor control board: The wiring, the thermal fuse and the blower fan are all okay. The chart replaces the blower motor control board last

A blown thermal fuse prevents the blower motor control board getting power, which triggers F-40. Replace the thermal fuse if you measure infinite resistance.

Check the harness between the blower motor and its board, and that the fan spins freely; replace the fan if it is damaged, and the board only if everything else is okay.

Blower motor control board, blower fan, wire harness and thermal fuse.

Can a blown fuse cause it? Yes. A blown thermal fuse prevents the blower motor control board from getting power and triggers F-40.

Unplug the dryer before touching the fuse, the harness or the blower

A blown thermal fuse usually means something overheated, so find out why before you fit a new one

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code F-41

A blower motor failure.

Unplug the dryer and check the wiring between the blower motor and its control board.

Reseat loose wires or replace a damaged harness, then check that the blower fan spins freely, clearing a clog in the fan housing and replacing a damaged fan. If the fan is fine, replace the blower motor control board.

A loose or damaged wire harness between the blower motor and the blower motor control board: F-41 appears on an Oasis dryer and the blower does not run or runs badly. Unplug the dryer and check the harness between the blower motor and its control board
A blower fan that is clogged or damaged: The fan does not spin freely when turned by hand. Check that the blower fan spins freely and clear any clog or restriction in the fan housing
A failed blower motor control board: The harness and the fan are both okay and the code remains. The chart replaces the blower motor control board if the blower fan is okay

If it does not, check for a clog or restriction in the fan housing and replace the blower fan if it is damaged.

The chart puts the blower motor control board last for F-41, after the harness and the blower fan have been checked.

Blower fan, blower motor control board and wire harness.

Does F-41 check the thermal fuse? No. The thermal fuse check is part of F-40 and F-44.

Unplug the dryer before touching the harness or the blower

The blower motor control board is a costly part, so check the fan and the harness first

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code F-42 or F-43

An undervoltage failure.

Unplug the dryer and check the power cord at the terminal block.

Reseat loose wires or replace a damaged cord, and have an electrician check the supply voltage to the dryer.

Power cord connections at the terminal block that have loosened: An Oasis dryer shows F-42 or F-43 because the blower control sees too little voltage. Unplug the dryer and check the power cord connections on the terminal block
A power cord in poor condition: Cracks, scorching or a slack plug end are visible on the cord. Replace a cord that is damaged
A supply voltage that is too low: The connections are sound and the code still remains. Have an electrician check the power supply voltage to the dryer

at the terminal block; a loose terminal connection can drop the voltage under load.

The chart names the power cord as the only part for F-42 and F-43, so the dryer's boards are left in place.

If the cord and the terminal connections are good, the supply is the next thing to check.

F-42 or F-43 (Oasis table).

Power cord.

A screwdriver or nut driver; an electrician's voltmeter for the supply.

What do F-42 and F-43 mean on a Kenmore Oasis dryer? An undervoltage failure, in the chart's words.

Stop and unplug the dryer if the cord or the terminal block is hot or burnt

As the chart says, an electrician should check the supply voltage; only a qualified person should test mains voltage

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code F-45

A failure of the blower motor speed sensor.

Check the wiring between the blower motor and its control board.

Reseat loose wires or replace a damaged harness. A clogged exhaust vent can restrict fan speed and trigger F-45, so check the vent. Then see whether the blower fan spins freely, and replace the fan only if it spins freely and the vent is clear.

A loose or damaged wire harness between the blower motor and the blower motor control board: F-45 appears on an Oasis dryer and the blower speed is not being read. Unplug the dryer and check the harness between the blower motor and its control board
A clogged exhaust vent that restricts the fan speed: Airflow at the outside vent is weak and the dryer runs hot. Check for a clogged exhaust vent, since the chart says this can trigger F-45
A blower fan that spins freely and an exhaust that is clear but the code remains: The fan turns easily and the vent is open. The chart replaces the blower fan in that case

The chart says a clogged vent can restrict fan speed and trigger the F-45 code, so clear the duct before anything else.

If the fan does not spin freely, check for a clog or restriction in the fan housing.

Blower fan and wire harness.

A vent brush and a screwdriver or nut driver.

Can a clogged vent cause it? Yes. The chart says a clogged exhaust vent can restrict fan speed and trigger F-45.

Clear the exhaust vent before you order a fan, because a blocked vent alone triggers F-45

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code F-46

A blower motor failure, shown as F-46.

Check the wiring between the blower motor and its control board.

Reseat loose wires or replace a damaged harness, then see whether the blower fan spins freely, clearing a clog in the housing. Replace the fan only if it spins freely and the exhaust vent is clear.

A loose or damaged wire harness between the blower motor and the blower motor control board: F-46 appears on an Oasis dryer and the blower does not run or runs badly. Unplug the dryer and check the harness between the blower motor and its control board
A blower fan that spins freely with a clear exhaust but the code remains: The fan turns easily and the vent is open. The chart replaces the blower fan if it spins freely and the exhaust vent is clear

If it does not, check for a clog or restriction in the fan housing before you replace anything.

The chart names the blower fan and the wire harness as the parts for F-46.

Blower fan and wire harness.

Clear the exhaust vent first, since a clogged vent can cause blower faults as well

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code F-47

A code that the dryer does not use.

Ignore the code.

It can appear when you enter diagnostics but it has no meaning.

The dryer's diagnostics list a code that is not used: F-47 appears when you enter diagnostics and no fault is present. Note that the chart says to ignore it because it isn't used
A misread of a nearby real code such as F-45 or F-46: You read F-47 but the display actually shows a different code. Read the display again carefully, or run the diagnostics a second time
A code appearing after a diagnostics entry only: The code appears only while in diagnostics and never during a normal cycle. Exit diagnostics and run a normal cycle to see whether any code appears

The chart says this error code may appear when entering diagnostics but should be ignored because it isn't used.

If the dryer runs normally with no code, there is nothing to fix and no part to order.

The neighboring blower codes F-45 and F-46 have their own pages and their own parts.

None.

Why does it appear? The chart says it may appear when entering diagnostics.

What if the dryer misbehaves as well? Use the page for the real fault code that appears, such as F-45 or F-46.

Do not order any parts for F-47, because the chart says the code isn't used

If a real fault code appears with it, use that code's page instead

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code F:70 or F:71

A loss of communication between the main control board and the user interface assemblies.

Unplug the dryer and check the harness between the boards.

If the connections are sound, a technician should find the cause; the main board, one of the user interface assemblies, or both may need to be replaced.

A loose or chafed harness joining the main board to the two console assemblies: An Elite dryer shows F:70 or F:71 while the console dies or stops answering the keys. Pull the plug and inspect the harness that links the main board with the console assemblies
A failed user interface control assembly: The connections are sound and communication is still missing. Have a technician diagnose the cause, since one or both assemblies may need replacing
A failed main electronic control board: The assemblies are good and the code still remains. The chart says the main board and/or the assemblies might need to be replaced

Take the cover off the console only after the dryer is disconnected, and keep the plug in sight.

The Elite has two console assemblies, so check the wire harness to each one and reseat every connector.

The chart says the main electronic control board and/or the user interface control assemblies might need to be replaced, and does not say which.

F:70 or F:71 (Elite table).

Main electronic control board and user interface control assemblies.

What do F:70 and F:71 mean on a Kenmore Elite dryer? No communication between the electronic control board and the user interface control board assemblies.

Does the chart say which part fails? No. It says a technician should diagnose it, because the board and/or the assemblies may need replacing.

The chart says to contact a technician to diagnose the cause once the connections are sound

Unplug the dryer before opening the console, and replace one part at a time

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code F:72 through F:78

A failure of a user interface control assembly, shown as F:72 through F:78.

Unplug the dryer and check the harnesses between the two user interface assemblies and the main board.

If the wiring is sound, one or both user interface assemblies probably need to be replaced.

Loose or damaged wire harness connections between the two user interface assemblies: F:72 to F:78 appears on an Elite dryer and part of the console does not respond. Unplug the dryer and check the harness between the user interface assemblies
Loose or damaged wire harness connections between the main board and the assemblies: The assemblies are connected but the link to the main board is loose. Check the wire harness connections between the main electronic control board and the assemblies
One or both user interface control assemblies have failed: The wiring connections are okay and the code remains. The chart says one or both assemblies probably need to be replaced

Do not open the console while the dryer is connected; keep the plug visible while you work.

Also check the connections between the main electronic control board and the assemblies.

The chart says one or both probably need to be replaced. Replace one and test, then the other if the code remains.

F:72 through F:78 (Elite table).

User interface control assemblies.

What do F:72 through F:78 mean on a Kenmore Elite dryer? A user interface control assembly failure, in the chart's words.

Are all seven codes the same fault? The chart lists them on one row with the same steps.

Unplug the dryer before you open the console panel

The chart does not say which assembly fails, so replace one at a time and test

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code PF

A power failure while the dryer was running.

Check whether power was interrupted.

Press Start to carry on with the cycle or Stop to clear the display. If power failures keep happening, look at the dryer's outlet and cord.

A power failure or brief outage happened while the dryer was running: PF appears on the display after the lights flickered or the power went out. Note whether other appliances lost power at the same time
A damaged outlet cord or power cord that drops power intermittently: PF returns often and the cord or plug looks worn or is loose in the outlet. Check the outlet cord for damage and replace it if it is damaged
A tripped breaker or a loose terminal connection at the dryer: The dryer loses power when it is bumped or under load. Check the breaker and the cord connections at the terminal block

The chart says PF means a power failure occurred while the dryer was running. Start resumes the cycle; Stop clears the code.

Look along the whole cord and both ends for cracks, burn marks or a loose plug. The chart names the outlet cord and, for the Oasis, the power cord.

Do not use a cord with a cracked jacket or a burnt plug; a damaged cord is a fire risk as well as a cause of PF.

PF (Elite and Oasis tables).

Outlet cord (Elite) or power cord (Oasis).

A screwdriver or nut driver for the terminal block.

What does PF mean on a Kenmore Elite or Oasis dryer? A power failure occurred while the dryer was running, in the chart's words.

When is it a problem? If PF appears frequently, the chart says to check the power cord and replace it if it is damaged.

Unplug the dryer at once if the plug or outlet runs hot or gives off a burning smell

If PF returns frequently, do not keep restarting it; check the cord first, as the chart says

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code E1 and E2

Listed as thermistor failure.

Unplug the dryer and then check the resistance of the thermistor (temperature sensor). It should measure about 10,000 ohms at room temperature. If the thermistor is defective, replace it. Parts named: thermistor.

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code E3

Listed as user interface control panel and main electronic control board mismatch.

This code appears if a replacement control part is incorrect. Check the part numbers of the user interface (control key panel) and the main electronic control board. If the part is incorrect, replace it with the correct part. Parts named: user interface, Main electronic control board.

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code PF

Listed as power failure.

A power failure occurred during the cycle. Restart the cycle. If this code appears frequently, check the power cord and the electrical outlet. Parts named: power cord.

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code dE

Listed as door switch error.

Check the operation of the door switch using the diagnostic test mode, which is explained in the tech sheet that's typically stored in the console of the dryer.

If the door switch is defective, replace it. Parts named: door switch.

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code tE1 and tE2

Listed as thermistor failure.

The electronic control detects that the thermistor (temperature sensor) has failed. Unplug the dryer and measure the resistance through the thermistor. It should measure about 10,000 ohms at room temperature. If the thermistor is defective, replace it. Parts named: thermistor.

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code Add Water

Listed as steam feeder is dry.

Refill the steam feeder with water.

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code PS

Listed as power supply error.

The power cord on the back of the electric dryer isn't correctly connected. Unplug the dryer and connect the power cord according to the installation instructions.

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code tE1 or tE2

Listed as exhaust thermistor failure.

Unplug the dryer and check the exhaust thermistor wiring. or replace the wire harness if damaged. Check the resistance of the exhaust thermistor using a multimeter. You should measure about 10,000 ohms at room temperature. If not then replace the thermistor because it's defective. Replace the main control board if the exhaust thermistor and wiring are okay. Parts named: exhaust thermistor, Wire harness, Main control board.

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code E13

Listed as drain pump failure.

Unplug the dryer and check the drain pump for a clog. Check the drain hose for kinks or clogs. Replace the drain pump if damaged. Parts named: drain pump.

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code EE

Listed as main control board failure.

There's a software failure in the main control board. Unplug the dryer and replace the main control board. Parts named: main control board.

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code F0

Listed as lint filter.

The dryer won't run with the lint filter removed. Install the lint filter if missing.

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code tE3

Listed as heater thermistor failure.

Unplug the dryer and check the heater thermistor wiring. Check the resistance of the heater thermistor. It should measure about 250,000 ohms at room temperature. If the thermistor is defective, replace it. Replace the main control board if the heater thermistor and wiring are okay. Parts named: heater thermistor, Wire harness, Main control board.

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code tE4

Listed as steam generator thermistor failure.

Unplug the dryer and check the steam generator thermistor wiring. Check the resistance of the steam generator thermistor. It should measure about 50,000 ohms at room temperature. If the thermistor is defective, replace it. Replace the main control board if the steam generator thermistor and wiring are okay. Parts named: steam generator thermistor, Wire harness, Main control board.

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code tE5

Listed as compressor inlet thermistor failure.

Unplug the dryer and check the compressor inlet thermistor wiring. Check the resistance of the compressor inlet thermistor. It should measure about 10,000 ohms at room temperature. If the thermistor is defective, replace it. Replace the main control board if the compressor inlet thermistor and wiring are okay. Parts named: compressor inlet thermistor, Wire harness, Main control board.

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code tE6

Listed as compressor outlet thermistor failure.

Unplug the dryer and check the compressor outlet thermistor wiring. Check the resistance of the compressor outlet thermistor. It should measure about 10,000 ohms at room temperature. If the thermistor is defective, replace it. Replace the main control board if the compressor outlet thermistor and wiring are okay. Parts named: compressor outlet thermistor, Wire harness, Main control board.

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code tE7

Listed as evaporator inlet thermistor failure.

Unplug the dryer and check the evaporator inlet thermistor wiring. Check the resistance of the evaporator inlet thermistor. It should measure about 10,000 ohms at room temperature. If the thermistor is defective, replace it. Replace the main control board if the evaporator inlet thermistor and wiring are okay. Parts named: evaporator inlet thermistor, Wire harness, Main control board.

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code f1-e1-motor-relay-stuck-on-the-electronic

Listed as motor relay stuck on the electronic control board.

Replace the electronic control board. Parts named: electronic control board.

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code f1-e3-wrong-electronic-control-board

Listed as wrong electronic control board installed.

The code appears when you install the wrong electronic control board. Order and install the correct electronic control board for your model of dryer. Parts named: electronic control board.

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code f2-e1-stuck-button

Listed as stuck button.

A stuck button on the user interface control causes this code. If you can't free the stuck key, replace the user interface control. Parts named: user interface control.

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code f2-e4-or-f2-e5-user-interface-software-error

Listed as user interface software error.

The user interface has an internal failure. Replace the user interface control. Parts named: user interface control.

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code f3-e1-exhaust-thermistor-failure

Listed as exhaust thermistor failure.

Unplug the dryer and check the exhaust thermistor wiring. Check the resistance of the exhaust thermistor. It should measure about 10,000 ohms at room temperature. If the thermistor is defective, replace it. Replace the electronic control board if the exhaust thermistor and wiring are okay. Parts named: exhaust thermistor, Wire harness, Electronic control board.

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code f3-e2-moisture-sensor-failure

Listed as moisture sensor failure.

Check for a metal object shorted across the 2 metal moisture sensor bars inside the dryer.

Unplug the dryer and check the moisture sensor wire harness. Replace the moisture sensor wire harness if damaged. Parts named: moisture sensor wire harness.

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code f3-e3-inlet-thermistor-failure

Listed as inlet thermistor failure.

Unplug the dryer and check the inlet thermistor wiring. Check the resistance of the inlet thermistor. It should measure about 50,000 ohms at room temperature. If the thermistor is defective, replace it. Replace the electronic control board if the inlet thermistor and wiring are okay. Parts named: inlet thermistor, Wire harness, Electronic control board.

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code f4-e1-or-f4-e2-heater-relay-failure

Listed as heater relay failure.

Unplug the dryer and check the wire harness connections on the electronic control board heater relays and the heating element. Replace the electronic control board if the wiring is okay. Parts named: electronic control board, Wire harness.

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code f4-e3-airflow-restriction

Listed as airflow restriction.

Clean the lint screen.

Check the flexible vent hose behind the dryer for kinks or clogs. Clean the duct system that vents dryer air to the outside of your home. Make sure that the damper vent on the outside of your home opens properly.

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code f4-e4-voltage-supply-error

Listed as voltage supply error.

The L2 leg of 240-volt power is missing. Check the house circuit breaker that supplies the L2 leg of 240-volt power to the dryer. Reset the breaker if necessary. Unplug the dryer and check the power cord wiring on the dryer terminal block. Reconnect any loose power cord connections and wire the power cord according to the directions in the installation manual. Replace the power cord if damaged. With the dryer still unplugged, check the wiring connections on the electronic control board and reconnect any loose wires. Replace the control board if you find damage. Parts named: power cord, Electronic control board.

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code f6-e2-or-f6-e3-communication-failure

Listed as communication failure.

Communication between the electronic control board and user interface control has been lost. Unplug the dryer and check the wire harness between the electronic control board and the user interface control. Replace the user interface control. If the problem persists, replace the electronic control board. Parts named: wire harness, User interface control, Electronic control board.

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code E57 or E58

Listed as inverter board is drawing excessive current.

The inverter board supplies run voltage to the drive motor. Unplug the dryer and check the wire harness connections between the inverter board and the drive motor. or replace the wire harness if damaged. If the wire connections are okay, replace the drive motor. Parts named: drive motor, Wiring harness.

A loose or damaged wire harness between the inverter board and the drive motor: E57 or E58 appears and the drum will not run. Unplug the dryer and check the harness connections between the inverter board and the drive motor
A failed drive motor that draws too much current: The wire connections are okay and the code remains. The chart replaces the drive motor if the wire connections are okay
A short in the motor windings that overloads the inverter board: The inverter board runs hot or the code appears on start-up. Have the drive motor tested if it is available to you

The chart names the drive motor and the wiring harness for E57 and E58. The inverter board supplies run voltage to the motor and is not replaced here.

Watch the drum turn up to speed and check the code does not come back.

E57 or E58 (compact condensing dryer table).

Drive motor and wiring harness.

A screwdriver or nut driver.

What does the inverter board do? It supplies run voltage to the drive motor, according to the chart.

Is the inverter board replaced? Not for E57 or E58; the chart names the drive motor and wiring harness.

Unplug the dryer before touching the harness or the motor

The inverter board supplies the run voltage to the motor, so treat the harness as live until the dryer is unplugged

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code E59

Listed as no drive motor tachometer signal.

A loose or damaged wire harness between the inverter board and the drive motor: E59 appears and the motor runs unevenly or stops. Unplug the dryer and check the harness connections between the inverter board and the motor
A failed tachometer, which is a component of the drive motor: The wiring is good and the E59 code still remains. The chart replaces the drive motor because the tachometer is not available on its own
A drive motor with a damaged internal signal wire: The connector is seated but no speed signal reaches the board. Replace the drive motor if the wire connections are okay

The tachometer signal returns on the same harness, so a poor connection at either end gives E59.

The chart says the tachometer is a component of the drive motor and is not available as a separate part.

E59 (compact condensing dryer table).

Drive motor and wiring harness.

What is the tachometer? A component of the drive motor that reports its speed to the control.

Unplug the dryer before you touch the harness

Do not order a tachometer on its own; the chart says it is not available as a separate part

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code E5A

Listed as overheated inverter board.

This error can be caused by continuous dryer operation in hot ambient conditions. Allow the dryer to cool and then try to restart the dryer. If the code appears under normal operation and conditions, unplug the dryer and replace the inverter board. Parts named: inverter board.

Continuous dryer operation in hot ambient conditions: E5A appears after several loads in a row in a hot room. Allow the dryer to cool and then restart it
Poor ventilation around the dryer that traps heat: The dryer is in a closet or a tight space and the surrounding air is hot. Check the room temperature and the space around the cabinet
A failing inverter board that overheats under normal conditions: E5A appears on a first load in a cool room. The chart replaces the inverter board if the code appears under normal operation and conditions

The chart says continuous operation in hot ambient conditions can cause E5A, so leave the dryer for a while with the door open.

If it runs normally, the room heat was the cause and no repair is needed.

The chart names the inverter board as the only part for E5A, so nothing else is replaced first.

Inverter board.

What causes it? Continuous dryer operation in hot ambient conditions, according to the chart.

Can I keep running loads? Give the dryer time to cool first, since the board needs to cool down.

Let the dryer cool with the door open before you restart it

If E5A appears under normal conditions, unplug the dryer before touching the inverter board

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code E5C

Listed as voltage supply is too high (above 240 volts).

Unplug the dryer and check the voltage supply using a multimeter. Supply voltage shouldn't exceed 240 volts. Contact your electric company is supply voltage is too high. If supply voltage is okay, you'll usually need to replace the inverter board. Parts named: inverter board.

The supply voltage at the outlet is above 240 volts: E5C appears and the reading at the outlet is high. Unplug the dryer and measure the voltage supply with a multimeter
A utility supply that runs high: Other appliances or lights show the same high voltage at times. Contact your electric company if the supply voltage is too high
A failed inverter board that misreads a normal supply: The supply measures at or below 240 volts and E5C remains. The chart says you will usually need to replace the inverter board

The chart says the supply voltage shouldn't exceed 240 volts, so record the reading you get at the outlet.

A high supply is the utility's or the house wiring's problem, not the dryer's, so the dryer stays as it is until it is corrected.

The chart says you will usually need to replace the inverter board when the supply is fine.

Inverter board.

A multimeter, for a qualified person to use at the outlet.

What is the maximum supply? The chart says the supply voltage shouldn't exceed 240 volts, so record the reading you get at the outlet.

Who fixes a high supply? Your electric company, according to the chart.

Do not run the dryer on a supply above 240 volts, because that can damage the inverter board

Measure the outlet only if you are qualified; otherwise have an electrician or the utility do it

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code E5d or E5E

Listed as communication error between the inverter board and the main electronic control board.

Unplug the dryer and check the wire harness connections between the main electronic control board and the inverter board. or replace the wire harness if damaged. A faulty line filter can also cause this error code. The line filter eliminates interference from the power supply. Check the wire harness connections between the line filter and the main electronic control board. If all wiring connections are okay, you may need to replace the line filter, main electronic control board or the inverter board. Parts named: wiring harness, Line filter, Inverter board, Main electronic control board.

A loose or damaged wire harness between the main electronic control board and the inverter board: E5d or E5E appears and the two boards stop exchanging data. Unplug the dryer and check the harness connections between the two boards
A faulty line filter, which removes interference from the power supply: The harness is good and the wires to the line filter look worn. Check the wire harness connections between the line filter and the main electronic control board
A failed line filter, main electronic control board or inverter board: All the wiring connections are okay and the code remains. The chart says you may need to replace one of those three parts, so replace one at a time

A faulty line filter can also cause this code. The line filter eliminates interference from the power supply.

The chart lists all three as possible. Start with the cheapest, test, then the next.

Wiring harness, line filter, inverter board and main electronic control board.

What does the line filter do? It eliminates interference from the power supply, according to the chart.

Are the two codes the same fault? The chart lists them on one row with the same steps.

Unplug the dryer before touching either board or the line filter

The chart does not say which of the three parts fails, so replace one at a time and test between them

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code E5F

Listed as inverter board failed to start the drive motor.

Unplug the dryer and check the wire harness connections between main control board and the inverter board. and replace the wire harness if damaged. If the wire connections are okay, replace the inverter board. If the problem continues, replace the main electronic control board. Parts named: wiring harness, Motor inverter board, Main electronic control board.

A loose or damaged wire harness between the main control board and the inverter board: E5F appears and the drum does not start when the cycle begins. Unplug the dryer and check the harness connections between the two boards
A failed inverter board that cannot start the drive motor: The wire connections are okay and the code remains. The chart replaces the inverter board if the wire connections are okay
A failed main electronic control board: A new inverter board still gives the E5F code afterwards. The chart replaces the main electronic control board if the problem continues

The chart names the motor inverter board first for E5F, once the wiring between the two boards has passed.

This is the last part the chart names, after the wiring and the inverter board.

Wiring harness, motor inverter board and main electronic control board.

Unplug the dryer before you touch either of the boards

Replace one board at a time and test between them, since both are costly

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code E5H

Listed as motor voltage is too low (below 100 volts).

Unplug the dryer and check the wire harness connections between the drive motor and inverter board. or replace the wire harness if damaged. If the wire connections are okay, replace the inverter board. Parts named: inverter board, Wiring harness.

A loose or damaged wire harness between the drive motor and the inverter board: E5H appears and the motor does not get full run voltage. Unplug the dryer and check the harness connections between the motor and the inverter board
A failed inverter board that delivers less than 100 volts to the motor: The wire connections are okay and the code remains. The chart replaces the inverter board if the wire connections are okay
A poor connector that drops voltage on the way to the motor: The plug is discolored or a pin is loose. Look at the connector pins for heat marks and reseat the plug

A connector that has run hot can drop the motor voltage below 100 volts, so look for discolored plastic or melted pins.

The chart names the inverter board and the wiring harness for E5H, and replaces the board after the wiring passes.

Inverter board and wiring harness.

Unplug the dryer before touching the harness or the inverter board

Stop and do not restore power if a connector is burnt or melted

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code Ex21 or Ex22

Listed as condensate drain pump failure.

Unplug the dryer and check the wire harness between the condensate drain pump and the main electronic control board. or replace the wire harness if damaged. If the wire harness connections are okay, check the pump and drain hose for a clog or restriction. If the drain path is clear, replace the condensate drain pump. If the problem continues, replace the main electronic control board. Parts named: condensate drain pump, Main electronic control board, Wire harness.

A loose or damaged wire harness between the condensate drain pump and the main electronic control board: Ex21 or Ex22 appears and water collects in the condensate tank or the dryer stops. Unplug the dryer and check the harness between the pump and the board
A clogged condensate pump or drain hose: The pump runs but water does not leave, or the hose is kinked or full of lint. Check the pump and the drain hose for a clog or restriction
A failed condensate drain pump: The wiring is good and the drain path is clear but the pump does not empty the water. The chart replaces the condensate drain pump if the drain path is clear
A failed main electronic control board: A new condensate pump still gives Ex21 or Ex22 afterwards. The chart replaces the board if the problem continues

A condensing dryer collects water, so lint or a kink in the hose stops it draining. Clear anything you find.

This is the chart's order once the wiring and the hose have both passed, so do not skip ahead to the board.

Condensate drain pump, main electronic control board and wire harness.

A shallow pan, towels, and a screwdriver or nut driver.

What does the condensate pump do? It moves the water this dryer collects out of the machine, since a condensing dryer has no outside vent.

What is checked before the pump? The wire harness and then the pump and drain hose for a clog.

Unplug the dryer and mop any water before you reach for the pump, since wet wiring is a shock risk

The board is the last and costliest part, so clear the drain path and check the harness first

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code Ex31 or Ex32

Listed as humidity sensor failure.

Unplug the dryer and check the wire harness between the humidity sensor and the main electronic control board. or replace the wire harness if damaged. Check the humidity sensor and replace it if damaged. If the wire harness connections and humidity sensor are okay, replace the main electronic control board. Parts named: humidity sensor, Main electronic control board.

A loose or damaged wire harness between the humidity sensor and the main electronic control board: Ex31 or Ex32 appears and the auto-dry cycles end early or run too long. Unplug the dryer and check the wire harness between the sensor and the board
A damaged humidity sensor: The sensor looks cracked, corroded or coated with residue. Check the humidity sensor and replace it if it is damaged
A failed main electronic control board that cannot read a good sensor: The harness and the sensor are both fine and the code remains. The chart replaces the board if the wiring and the sensor are okay

Look for cracks, corrosion or a film of fabric softener residue on the sensor surface.

The chart puts the board last, after the harness and the sensor have both been checked and found good.

Humidity sensor and main electronic control board.

What does the humidity sensor do? It reads how damp the air in the drum is so the dryer can end an auto-dry cycle at the right time.

Unplug the dryer before touching the sensor or the harness

The board is the last and costliest part, so check the sensor and the harness first

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code Ex45

Listed as door open.

The main electronic control board detects whether the door is open. Close the door if it's open. If the door is closed, unplug the dryer and check the wire harness between the door switch and the main electronic control board. or replace the wire harness if damaged. If the wire connections are okay, replace the door switch. If the problem continues, replace the main electronic control board. Parts named: door switch, Main electronic control board, Wire harness.

The door is open or not fully closed: Ex45 appears and the dryer will not start with the door apparently shut. Close the door firmly and check nothing is caught in the door seal
A loose or damaged wire harness between the door switch and the main electronic control board: The door is closed but the control still reads it as open. Unplug the dryer and check the harness between the door switch and the board
A failed door switch: The wiring is good and the switch does not register the door closing. The chart replaces the door switch if the wire connections are okay
A failed main electronic control board: A new door switch still gives the Ex45 code afterwards. The chart replaces the board if the problem continues

The chart says the main electronic control board detects whether the door is open, so a door left slightly ajar gives this code.

This is the chart's order once the door and the wiring have passed, so replace the switch before the board.

Door switch, main electronic control board and wire harness.

Is the door switch always the fault? No. The chart checks that the door is really closed and the wiring before it replaces the switch.

Can I bypass the switch? No. The switch is what stops the drum when the door opens.

Do not tape or bypass the door switch, because the drum must stop when the door opens

Unplug the dryer before you open the cabinet to reach the switch

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code Ex51

Listed as drive motor failure.

Unplug the dryer and check the wire harness connections between the main electronic control board and the drive motor. or replace the wire harness if damaged. If the wire connections are okay, replace the main electronic control board. If the problem continues, replace the drive motor. Parts named: drive motor, Main electronic control board, Wiring harness.

A loose or damaged wire harness between the main electronic control board and the drive motor: Ex51 appears and the drum does not turn when the cycle starts. Unplug the dryer and check the harness connections between the board and the motor
A failed main electronic control board: The wire connections are okay and the drum still does not turn. The chart replaces the main electronic control board first once the wiring passes
A failed drive motor: A new main board still gives the Ex51 code. The chart replaces the drive motor if the problem continues

For Ex51 the chart replaces the board before the motor, which is the reverse of most drive motor codes.

The chart's last part for Ex51, taken only if the code continues. Match the motor to your model number.

Drive motor, main electronic control board and wiring harness.

Unplug the dryer before you check any of the wiring

The board and the motor are both costly, so confirm the harness first and replace one part at a time

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code Ex52

Listed as drive motor thermal cut-out tripped.

The thermal cutout trips when the drive motor overheats. Overloading the dryer can cause the motor to overheat. Remove some of the load if too large or heavy. Allow the motor time to cool off and restart the dryer. If the dryer isn't overloaded, unplug the dryer and remove the load. Spin the drum by hand to check for drive system friction. If you detect excessive friction, check all drive components and replace any damaged parts. Parts named: drive system components.

The dryer is overloaded and the drive motor overheated: Ex52 appears after a heavy load and the motor housing is hot. Remove some of the load if it is too large or heavy
The motor has not had time to cool: The code appears again straight after a restart on the same load. Allow the motor time to cool off and restart the dryer
Friction in the drive system that makes the motor work too hard: The drum feels stiff or rough when you spin it by hand. Unplug the dryer, remove the load and spin the drum by hand to feel for friction

The chart says overloading the dryer can cause the motor to overheat, so lighten the load first.

Give it time with the door open. If the dryer restarts and runs, an overload was the cause.

Excessive friction means checking all the drive components and replacing any damaged parts, since a stiff drum is what overheats the motor.

Drive system components.

None for the load check; a screwdriver or nut driver to reach drive parts.

What trips it? Overloading the dryer can cause the motor to overheat, according to the chart.

How do I check for friction? Unplug the dryer, take out the load and spin the drum by hand.

Let the motor cool with the dryer unplugged before you touch it

Do not keep restarting a dryer whose thermal cut-out keeps tripping, because the motor can be damaged

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code EX53

Listed as motor sensing circuit error.

The main electronic control board detects an internal error in its motor circuit. Unplug the dryer and replace the main control board. Parts named: main electronic control board.

An internal error in the motor circuit of the main electronic control board: Ex53 appears and the dryer will not run the drum. The chart replaces the main control board for an internal error
A power surge that damaged the control board: The code followed a storm, an outage or a breaker trip. Note whether other electronics on the circuit were affected
A one-off fault that clears when the dryer is reset: Ex53 appears once and then does not return afterwards. Unplug the dryer for several minutes and see whether the code returns

Use the plug and leave it out for several minutes, which resets the control if the fault was a one-off.

If Ex53 does not return, no repair is needed. If it does, the chart's fix is the board.

The chart says the board detects an internal error in its own motor circuit, so the board is the only part named.

EX53 (compact condensing dryer table, capital X in the chart).

Main electronic control board.

A screwdriver or nut driver and a wrist strap.

Why does the chart write this code with a capital X? The chart prints this row as EX53 while the others use a lowercase x. It is the same family of codes; the x stands for a digit or letter the chart leaves open for the others.

Unplug the dryer before you open the cabinet

The board is a costly part, so price it against the age of the dryer before ordering

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code Ex54

Listed as jammed drive motor.

Overloading can prevent the motor from running. Remove some of the load if too large or heavy. If the dryer isn't overloaded, unplug it and remove the load. Spin the drum by hand to check for drive system friction. If you detect excessive friction, check all drive components and replace any damaged parts. Parts named: drive system components.

Overloading that prevents the motor from running: Ex54 appears after a heavy load and the drum will not turn. Remove some of the load if it is too large or heavy
Friction in the drive system that jams the drum: The drum feels stiff or will not turn by hand. Unplug the dryer, remove the load and spin the drum by hand
A damaged drive component such as a roller, belt or bearing: You can feel roughness or hear grinding when you turn the drum. Check all the drive components and replace any that are damaged

The chart says overloading can prevent the motor from running, so lighten the load first.

Get the drum empty before you test it, so you feel only the drive system's friction.

Excessive friction means checking all the drive components and replacing any damaged parts. The chart names only the drive system components.

Drive system components.

What can jam the motor? Overloading, or friction in the drive system.

Unplug the dryer before reaching into the drum area or the drive system

Do not keep restarting a jammed motor, because it can overheat and trip the thermal cut-out

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code Ex62

Listed as shorted compressor.

Unplug the dryer and check the wire harness connections between the main control board and compressor. or replace the wire harness if damaged. If the wire harness connections are okay, you'll probably need to have the compressor replaced. A service technician should do this repair because it involves recovering and recharging refrigerant in the sealed refrigerant system. Parts named: compressor, Wire harness.

A loose or damaged wire harness between the main control board and the compressor: Ex62 appears and the dryer stops heating or runs without drying. Unplug the dryer and check the harness connections between the board and the compressor
A shorted compressor: The wire harness connections are okay and the code returns. The chart says you will probably need to have the compressor replaced
A damaged harness that shorts to the frame: The insulation is worn or burnt near the compressor. Look along the harness for damage before you decide the compressor has failed

A damaged harness can look like a shorted compressor. Fix it first, since it costs far less than a compressor.

The chart says this repair involves recovering and recharging refrigerant in the sealed refrigerant system, so it is not a home repair.

Compressor and wire harness.

A screwdriver or nut driver for the harness; a technician's refrigerant tools for the compressor.

Can I replace the compressor myself? No. The chart says a service technician should do it because it involves recovering and recharging refrigerant.

What do I check first? The wire harness connections between the main control board and the compressor.

A compressor replacement must be done by a service technician, because it involves recovering and recharging refrigerant in the sealed refrigerant system

Unplug the dryer before touching the compressor wiring

Price the repair against the age of the dryer, because a compressor is one of the costliest parts

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code Ex63

Listed as compressor not operating.

A loose or damaged wire harness between the main control board and the compressor: Ex63 appears and the compressor does not start when the dryer asks for heat. Unplug the dryer and check the harness connections between the board and the compressor
A compressor that has failed and no longer runs: The wire connections are okay and the compressor is silent. The chart says you will probably need to have the compressor replaced
A connector that has backed out at the compressor: The harness looks fine but a plug is not fully seated. Reseat the compressor connector firmly and try again

Push each plug fully home at the compressor and at the board, and check for heat marks on the pins.

The chart says the compressor repair involves recovering and recharging refrigerant, so it is a technician job.

Compressor and wire harness.

A screwdriver or nut driver for the harness; a technician's refrigerant tools for the compressor.

Who replaces the compressor? A service technician, because it involves the sealed refrigerant system.

A compressor replacement must be done by a service technician, because it involves recovering and recharging refrigerant in the sealed refrigerant system

Unplug the dryer before you touch any compressor wiring

Have the repair priced against the age of the dryer first

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code Ex64

Listed as compressor sensor circuit failure.

Unplug the dryer and check the wire harness connections between the main control board and compressor. or replace the wire harness if damaged. If the wire harness connections are okay, you'll probably need to replace the main electronic control board. Parts named: main electronic control board, Wire harness.

A loose or damaged wire harness between the main control board and the compressor: Ex64 appears and the compressor's sensor signal is missing. Unplug the dryer and check the harness connections between the board and the compressor
A failed main electronic control board that cannot read the compressor sensor circuit: The wire harness connections are okay and the code remains. The chart says you will probably need to replace the main electronic control board
A damaged sensor lead inside the harness: The connector is seated but the signal wires are worn. Replace the wire harness if it is damaged

The sensor circuit shares this harness, so a worn wire gives Ex64 without any compressor fault.

The chart says you will probably need to replace the main electronic control board for Ex64.

Main electronic control board and wire harness.

Do I replace the compressor? Not for Ex64. The chart names the main electronic control board and the wire harness.

Unplug the dryer before touching the harness or the board

Unlike Ex62 and Ex63, the chart names the board, not the compressor, so a technician's sealed-system work is not the first step here

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code Ex71

Listed as temperature sensor failure.

Unplug the dryer and measure the resistance of the temperature sensor using a multimeter. You should measure about 5,000 ohms of resistance at 77 degrees. If not then replace the temperature sensor because it's defective. If resistance is okay, check the wire harness connections between the temperature sensor and the main electronic control board. or replace the wire harness if damaged. If the wire harness connections are okay then you'll usually need to replace the main electronic control board. Parts named: temperature sensor, Wire harness, Main electronic control board.

A temperature sensor whose resistance is off: Ex71 appears and the dryer heats wrongly or ends the cycle early. Unplug the dryer and measure the sensor; the chart expects about 5,000 ohms at 77 degrees
A loose or damaged wire harness between the temperature sensor and the main electronic control board: The sensor reads normally but the Ex71 code still remains. Check the wire harness connections between the sensor and the board
A failed main electronic control board that misreads a good sensor: The sensor and the wiring both check out on the meter and by eye. The chart says you will usually need to replace the main electronic control board

The chart expects about 5,000 ohms at 77 degrees. If it is not, the sensor is defective and is replaced.

The chart says you will usually need to replace the main electronic control board at this point.

Temperature sensor, wire harness and main electronic control board.

A multimeter and a screwdriver or nut driver.

What should the sensor measure? About 5,000 ohms of resistance at 77 degrees.

Unplug the dryer and let it cool before you reach the sensor

The board is the last and costliest part, so measure the sensor and check the harness first

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code Ex83, Ex86 or Ex87

Listed as main control board failure.

Unplug the dryer and replace the main electronic control board. Parts named: main electronic control board.

An internal failure of the main electronic control board: Ex83, Ex86 or Ex87 appears and the dryer will not run a normal cycle. The chart replaces the main electronic control board directly
A power surge that damaged the control board: The code followed a storm, an outage or a breaker trip. Note whether other electronics on the circuit were affected
A one-off fault that clears when the dryer is reset: The code appears once and then does not return afterwards. Unplug the dryer for several minutes and see whether the code returns

Use the plug, which resets the control if the fault was a one-off. The chart does not include this step, but it costs nothing.

If the code does not return over a short cycle, no repair is needed and the board stays in place.

The chart's whole instruction for Ex83, Ex86 and Ex87. Match the board to your full model number.

Ex83, Ex86 or Ex87 (compact condensing dryer table).

A screwdriver or nut driver and a wrist strap.

Are the three codes the same fault? The chart lists them on one row with the same instruction.

Unplug the dryer before you open the cabinet to reach the board

The board is a costly part, so price it against the age of the dryer before ordering

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code Ex91

Listed as user interface communication failure.

Unplug the dryer and check the wire harness connections between the user interface and main electronic control board. or replace the wire harness if damaged. If the wire harness connections are okay, replace the user interface board. If the problem continues, replace the main electronic control board. Parts named: user interface, Main electronic control board, Wire harness.

A loose or damaged wire harness between the user interface and the main electronic control board: Ex91 appears and the panel goes dark or ignores the keys. Unplug the dryer and check the harness between the user interface and the board
A failed user interface board: The wire harness connections are okay and the panel still does not communicate. The chart replaces the user interface board after the harness
A failed main electronic control board: A new user interface board still gives the Ex91 code. The chart replaces the board if the problem continues

The chart puts the user interface first for Ex91, ahead of the main electronic control board, once the wiring has passed.

The chart's last part, taken only after the harness and the user interface have both been checked and replaced.

User interface, main electronic control board and wire harness.

Unplug the dryer before you open the console panel

Replace one part at a time and test between them, since both are costly

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code Ex92 or Ex98

Listed as user interface is incompatible with the main electronic control board.

This code appears when you replace the user interface or the main electronic control board using the wrong part. Use your dryer model number to check the part number and install the compatible part. Parts named: user interface, Main electronic control board.

The wrong user interface was installed: Ex92 or Ex98 appeared right after the user interface was replaced. Compare the part number of the fitted user interface against the one for your model number
The wrong main electronic control board was installed: Ex92 or Ex98 appeared right after the main board was replaced. Compare the part number of the fitted board against the one for your model number
A look-alike part from a similar dryer: The part matches by name but carries a different number. Check your full model number in a parts list before you reorder

The chart says the code appears when you replace the user interface or the main electronic control board using the wrong part.

Look the model up in a parts list and compare it with the number on the fitted part.

Unplug the dryer before you open the console or the board cover, and refit the correct part.

User interface and main electronic control board.

Your model number, a parts list and a screwdriver or nut driver.

When do they appear? When you replace the user interface or the main board with the wrong part.

Stop refitting parts until the part number matches your model number

Return a part that the seller cannot match to your dryer

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code Ex9E

Listed as one or more user interface buttons don't work.

Unplug the dryer and check the wire harness connections between the user interface and the main electronic control board. or replace the wire harness if defective. If the wire harness connections are okay, replace the user interface. Parts named: user interface, Wire harness.

A loose or damaged wire harness between the user interface and the main electronic control board: Ex9E appears and one or more buttons do nothing. Unplug the dryer and check the harness between the user interface and the board
A defective user interface: The wire harness connections are okay and the buttons still do not work. The chart replaces the user interface if the wire harness connections are okay
Moisture or residue on the buttons: The panel is damp or sticky and buttons respond erratically. Dry and clean the panel and press each button again

at both ends and replace the wire harness if it is defective or the insulation is worn.

A film of moisture or residue can keep a button from responding. Clean around each key.

The chart names the user interface and the wire harness as the parts for Ex9E.

User interface and wire harness.

A screwdriver or nut driver and a dry cloth.

Does the chart name the board? No. For Ex9E the parts are the user interface and the wire harness.

Unplug the dryer before you open the console panel

Do not pry at the buttons; a broken button means replacing the whole user interface

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code ExH1

Listed as incoming power supply frequency out of limits.

Unplug the dryer. Have your local electrical power service provider check the power supply frequency. If it's normal and the code doesn't clear, replace the main electronic control board. Parts named: main electronic control board.

The incoming power supply frequency is out of limits: ExH1 appears and the dryer will not run a cycle at all. Have your local electrical power service provider check the power supply frequency
A supply problem outside the house, such as a generator or a grid fault: The dryer is on a generator or the frequency drifts under load. Check whether the dryer is running from a generator
A failed main electronic control board that misreads a normal frequency: The provider says the frequency is normal and the code remains. The chart replaces the main electronic control board if the frequency is normal

Disconnect it before you take any further step, since ExH1 is about the supply rather than the dryer's own parts.

The chart says exactly this. The frequency is a supply matter that a homeowner cannot measure with a normal multimeter.

The chart names the main electronic control board as the only part for ExH1, and only after the supply frequency has been confirmed normal.

None for the frequency check; a screwdriver or nut driver for the board.

Do not run the dryer from a generator whose frequency you cannot verify

Unplug the dryer before opening the cabinet to reach the board

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code ExH2

Listed as power supply voltage too high (above 130 VAC).

Unplug the dryer and check the outlet voltage using a multimeter. If the voltage is high, have an electrician repair the voltage supply problem. If the voltage is normal, replace the main electronic control board. Parts named: main electronic control board.

The outlet voltage is above 130 VAC: ExH2 appears and the reading at the outlet is high. Unplug the dryer and check the outlet voltage using a multimeter
A supply fault in the house wiring or from the utility: Other appliances or lights show the same high voltage. Have an electrician repair the voltage supply problem if the voltage is high
A failed main electronic control board that misreads a normal supply: The outlet voltage is normal and the code remains. The chart replaces the main electronic control board if the voltage is normal

The chart's limit for ExH2 is above 130 VAC. Take the reading with the dryer unplugged and note it down.

A high supply is a wiring or utility fault, so the dryer stays as it is.

The chart names the main electronic control board as the only part for ExH2, and only after the outlet voltage has been confirmed normal.

Do not run the dryer on a supply above 130 VAC at the point the chart measures, because that can damage the board

Measure the outlet only if you are qualified; otherwise have an electrician do it

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code ExH3

Listed as power supply voltage too low (below 100 VAC).

Unplug the dryer and check the outlet voltage using a multimeter. If the voltage is low, have an electrician repair the voltage supply problem. If the voltage is normal, replace the main electronic control board. Parts named: main electronic control board.

The outlet voltage is below 100 VAC: ExH3 appears and the reading at the outlet is low. Unplug the dryer and check the outlet voltage using a multimeter
A loose or worn outlet or plug that drops voltage: The plug or outlet is warm, loose or discolored. Inspect the outlet and the plug, and have an electrician repair them if they are worn
A failed main electronic control board that misreads a normal supply: The outlet voltage is normal and the code remains. The chart replaces the main electronic control board if the voltage is normal

The chart's limit for ExH3 is below 100 VAC. Take the reading with the dryer unplugged and note it down.

A low supply is a wiring or utility fault, so the dryer stays as it is.

The chart names the main electronic control board as the only part for ExH3, and only after the outlet voltage has been confirmed normal.

Who fixes a low supply? An electrician, per the chart.

Stop and unplug the dryer if the plug or outlet is hot or smells of burning

Measure the outlet only if you are qualified; otherwise have an electrician do it

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer code ExH4, ExHD, ExHE, ExHF or ExF6

Listed as main electronic control board failure.

Unplug the dryer and check the wire harness connections between the main electronic control board and the user interface. or replace the wire harness if damaged. If the wire harness connections are okay, replace the main electronic control board. Parts named: main electronic control board, Wire harness.

A loose or damaged wire harness between the main electronic control board and the user interface: ExH4, ExHD, ExHE, ExHF or ExF6 appears and the dryer will not run a normal cycle. Unplug the dryer and check the harness connections between the board and the user interface
A failed main electronic control board: The wire harness connections are okay and the code remains. The chart replaces the main electronic control board if the wire harness connections are okay
A damaged harness that upsets the board's checks: The connector is seated but the cable is worn. Replace the wire harness if it is damaged

A poor connection here gives the same board failure code, and costs far less to fix.

The chart names the main electronic control board and the wire harness as the parts for these five codes.

ExH4, ExHD, ExHE, ExHF or ExF6 (compact condensing dryer table).

Main electronic control board and wire harness.

What do ExH4, ExHD, ExHE, ExHF and ExF6 mean? A main electronic control board failure, in the chart's words.

Are the five codes the same fault? The chart lists them on one row with the same steps.

What is checked before the board? The wire harness connections between the main board and the user interface.

Unplug the dryer before you open the console or reach the board

The board is a costly part, so check the harness first and price it against the dryer's age

Kenmore Elite and Oasis dryer error codes

Kenmore's Elite and Oasis dryers show codes for airflow, heating, sensors and control faults. Elite and Oasis are two product lines with their own control boards, and the page notes where a code differs between them. The most common codes concern airflow, which is the vent, and heating, which is the element or the gas valve, and both begin with the lint filter and vent.

Clean the lint filter before every load and check the vent hose and the outside hood for lint. A crushed or long vent hose restricts airflow and causes overheating codes. For an electric dryer that does not heat, check that both breakers are on. A sensor or control board code may clear after a power reset, and a code that returns needs a technician.

The model and serial are on a label inside the door opening. Kenmore parts are sold through Sears PartsDirect. Use a metal vent hose rather than plastic foil, and keep the run short.

The Elite and Oasis names mark Kenmore dryer lines of different ages, and the code table you need depends on which line your model belongs to. The model label shows the number; the Elite lines begin with certain prefixes and the Oasis line with others. If the code you see is not listed on this page, search again with the number from the label. Many dryer faults are cured by clearing the vent, and the same airflow check is the first step whatever the line.

The two product lines differ in what they report. The Elite dryers carry a fuller display and report sensor faults with a code on the screen, while the Oasis dryers use a simpler panel and rely on a smaller set of codes and indicator lights. When you read the table below, look for your code's own row and the part that the row names, because the repair that matches a thermistor, a heater relay or a keypad is different even when the symptoms, such as a dryer that does not heat, look alike.

A thermistor is a small temperature-sensing part that reports the exhaust or inlet air temperature to the control. If it reads open or shorted, the control cannot judge the heat and stops the cycle. A heater relay is a switch on the control board that powers the heating element; a stuck or failed relay leaves the dryer tumbling cold. A keypad or user interface fault makes buttons unresponsive or the display wrong. Knowing which part a code names lets you describe the problem accurately and avoid paying for the wrong repair.

Most dryer faults come back to heat and airflow, so run through three checks before you order a part. First, clean the lint screen and the vent. Second, check that the dryer has its full power: an electric dryer needs both legs of a 240 volt supply and a gas dryer needs the gas valve open. Third, run a short test cycle on high heat and feel the exhaust at the vent hood. Warm air out of the hood means the heat works and the sensing is at fault; cold air means the heating circuit is not on.

What does an airflow code mean on a dryer?

The vent is restricted; clean the lint filter, hose and hood.

Why does my dryer not heat?

Check both breakers on an electric dryer, then the vent.

How do I know whether I have an Elite or an Oasis?

The model number on the label shows the line.