If your Samsung Dryer won't start, here are a few things to check:
* Ensure all wires are correctly connected to their terminals.
* Confirm the dryer is properly plugged in.
* Check for a blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker.
* Make sure the door switch is functional and the door is fully closed. Check for error code 3.
* Verify the Start/Pause rotary selector dial is working.
* Confirm the control board is operational.
* Check if the belt is off or broken and if the Belt Cut-off Switch is activated.
* Ensure the drive motor is functional.
* Check the motor winding resistance: it should be 2.88 ohms between pin #3 and 4, and 3.5 ohms between pin #4 and 5.
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amber54Aug 21, 2025
How to fix a Samsung Dryer that doesn’t run?
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Thomas LoveAug 21, 2025
To ensure your Samsung Dryer runs, verify the door is securely latched, the power cord is plugged into a working electrical outlet, and your home's circuit breakers or fuses are in good condition. If the door was opened during a cycle, press the Start/Pause button again.
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fkimAug 25, 2025
What to do if Samsung DV5471AEP/XAA doesn't dry clothes?
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Matthew FisherAug 25, 2025
To troubleshoot a Samsung Dryer that isn't drying, ensure the exhaust hood outside your home opens and closes freely. Check the exhaust system for lint buildup and use a 4” rigid metal exhaust duct. Avoid overloading the dryer (1 wash load = 1 dryer load), sort heavy and lightweight items, and reposition large, bulky items for even drying. Also, confirm that your washer drains properly and consider adding a few towels if the load is too small.
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newtonchristinaAug 26, 2025
Why is my Samsung DV5471AEP/XAA Dryer not heating up?
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Sonya SmithAug 26, 2025
To troubleshoot a Samsung Dryer that is not heating, first check your home’s circuit breakers or fuses. Make sure you've selected a heat setting other than Air Fluff. If it's a gas dryer, verify the gas supply is on. Clean the lint filter and exhaust duct. Also, the dryer may be in the cool-down phase of the cycle.
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Jasmin BernardAug 28, 2025
Why is my Samsung DV5471AEP/XAA Dryer so noisy?
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John HarrisAug 28, 2025
If your Samsung Dryer is making noise, check the load for objects like coins or buttons and remove them. The dryer gas valve or heating element cycling on and off is normal. Ensure the dryer is leveled properly according to the installation instructions. A humming sound can occur due to air moving through the dryer drum and exhaust system.
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johnathanhowardAug 30, 2025
What to do if my Samsung Dryer runs for a few minutes and then stops?
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wbrownAug 30, 2025
If your Samsung Dryer runs for a few minutes and then stops, consider the following potential causes:
* Lint buildup around the drive motor.
* Low voltage supply.
* A blocked blower impeller in the blower housing.
* Start switch contacts stuck closed in the drive motor.
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Christina WarnerSep 1, 2025
How to fix a Samsung DV5471AEP/XAA when the motor runs but the tumbler won't turn?
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Jennifer GloverSep 1, 2025
If the motor in your Samsung Dryer is running but the tumbler isn't turning, the issue might be:
* A belt that is off, broken, or damaged.
* An idler tension spring that is too weak or stretched.
* An idler pulley that is jammed or stuck.
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Christopher BellSep 3, 2025
How to prevent lint on clothes in Samsung DV5471AEP/XAA Dryer?
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meadowstimothySep 3, 2025
To address lint on clothes after drying in your Samsung Dryer, clean the lint filter before every load and possibly during cycles with high lint production. Separate lint-producing fabrics (like fuzzy white cotton towels) from lint-trapping clothes (like black linen pants). Divide larger loads, and check pockets before washing and drying.
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Laura CastilloSep 5, 2025
Why does my Samsung DV5471AEP/XAA dry unevenly?
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Francisco DavisSep 6, 2025
If your Samsung Dryer dries unevenly, remember that seams, pockets, and other heavy areas may not dry completely. You can select the Very Dry setting. Avoid drying one heavy item with a lightweight load and sort heavy items from lightweight items for better results.
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Dennis WrightSep 7, 2025
What to do if Samsung DV5471AEP/XAA Dryer blows fuses or trips the circuit breaker?
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Jennifer FlowersSep 7, 2025
If your Samsung Dryer is blowing fuses or tripping the circuit breaker, check the following:
* Ensure the belt is well connected.
* Check the motor winding continuity (rotor winding, stator winding, generator).