If your Samsung dryer stops early, you’re not alone. Unfortunately, this is an issue reported by a considerable number of users, all claiming that their Samsung dryer keeps turning off. However, understanding the possible causes and learning how to address them can help you get your Samsung dryer up and running without it stopping before your clothes are fully dry. In this article, I’ll walk you through the common reasons why a Samsung dryer might turn off early and offer practical solutions.
How to Fix a Samsung Dryer That Stops Early: Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1: Make Sure You’re Not Setting the Dry Level Too Low
It’s always best to start with the simplest steps. Your moisture sensor might be just fine—sometimes the problem is as simple as setting the dry level too low, particularly when using Sensor Dry cycles. By adjusting the dry level, you can ensure that the cycle doesn’t stop before all clothes are fully dry. Here’s how to do it (read each step before performing any action):
- Access Dry Level settings and select a higher dry level. This article from Samsung’s website provides effective instructions on how to change the dry level of your Samsung dryer. (Make sure to read the linked article thoroughly!)
- If your dryer has a Sensor Dry mode, make sure to enable it. This mode uses moisture sensors to adjust the drying time automatically. By selecting a higher drying level, you allow the sensors to ensure that every material, including heavier fabrics, is dried during the cycle.
- Some Samsung dryers have a feature called “Damp Alert.” It simply notifies you when clothes are mostly dry but still slightly damp. You can remove the lighter fabrics that are dry and let the heavier items continue for another cycle. This feature helps ensure all items are properly dried.
- Perform a drying cycle and monitor the results. If the Samsung dryer still stops early, move on to the next step.
Step 2: Check the Moisture Sensors
Moisture sensors are crucial in determining whether your clothes are dry or not. Over time, they may get dirty or coated with residue, so it’s important to clean them regularly:
- Locate the Moisture Sensors: You can find the moisture sensors inside the drum near the lint filter housing. They look like two curved metal bars that come into contact with your clothes during the drying cycle.
- Clean the Moisture Sensors: Add some mild soap to a bowl of water, dampen a soft cloth with the water, and gently wipe the sensor bars to remove any residue. If the residue is persistent, carefully wipe the bars with sandpaper to clean the remaining buildup.
- Dry the Sensors: After cleaning, make sure to dry the sensors completely, as any moisture left on them will cause issues during the next cycle.
- Test Your Dryer: Perform a drying cycle and see if the issue is resolved.
If you’ve cleaned the moisture sensors, run a cycle, and the Samsung dryer still stops early, it’s time to test the sensors to ensure they’re functioning properly. Moisture sensors have a specific lifespan and need to be replaced after some time.
What is the Life Expectancy of a Moisture Sensor?
The life expectancy ranges from 5 to 10 years, although it could go up to 12 years in the best-case scenario.
How Do I Know If My Samsung Dryer Moisture Sensor Is Bad?
Here’s a video that provides clear instructions for testing your moisture sensors:
If you’ve tested the moisture sensors and they’re as effective as an umbrella in a windstorm, it’s time to replace them. You could ask a professional to do it for you, or you could do it yourself by following this video:
If your Samsung dryer stops early while garments remain moist, the moisture sensor may be defective, or perhaps it is merely befouled
Conclusion
This was my complete guide on dealing with a Samsung dryer that stops early. Troubleshooting a dryer yourself can be frustrating, but I hope you successfully go through each step and solve the problem. However, it’s always best to consult a professional in cases similar to a Samsung dryer that keeps turning off.
