How to Reset a Whirlpool Dryer
Power-cycle for 60 seconds. Thermal fuses do not reset — they are one-time devices.
Reset Steps
- 1
Unplug the dryer or switch off both breaker legs for 60 seconds.
- 2
Restore power and run a Timed Dry cycle.
- 3
If the dryer runs but doesn't heat after an F-code: test the thermal fuse and thermal cutoff for continuity — and clean the vent run, because restriction is what blows them.
💡 Good to know: Gas dryers: a no-heat condition with no code often alternates with the igniter glowing — that pattern means the gas valve coils are failing.
If the Code Comes Back
A code that returns after a reset means the underlying fault is still present. Look up your exact code for its causes and step-by-step fix:
F01 Main control board failure F22 Outlet thermistor failure F30 Restricted airflow — vent blockage F26 Drive motor failure F28 Moisture sensor bar failure — primary sensor F29 Moisture sensor bar failure — secondary sensor F31 Exhaust thermistor failure L2 Low or missing voltage on one leg of 240V supply
Frequently Asked Questions
Why won't my Whirlpool dryer heat even after resetting? +
A blown thermal fuse or cutoff doesn't reset — it must be replaced. They blow protectively when the vent is restricted, so clean the full duct run or the replacement will fail too.