How to Troubleshoot and Fix a Dryer Display That Isn't Working

If you are having issues with your dryer’s display not working, we are here to help you troubleshoot the problem from start to finish. Normally, if your dryer is having display issues on the console, there will be symbols or error codes on your display to indicate what and where the issue is happening. But if the display isn’t showing anything at all, or one of the key components on the display is not functioning, it can be hard to determine what exactly is causing its issues – which is why we’re here to help diagnose the problem! If your dryer has no display, cycles won’t change, or buttons you push won’t have any impact, the likely part-related solution is with the control board.

However, before you rush straight to this more expensive repair, we’ve got some steps you can walk through to make sure the problem isn’t more easily solved; like a power source issue or a quick dryer reset. Our expert-curated repair guide below will help you figure out not only what the cause of your dryer display issues are, but how to fix them! That way you can get your dryer back to 100 percent as soon as possible!

How to Diagnose a Dryer Display

If your dryer display isn't working, your dryer usually produces an error code that you could look up in your owner's manual. On other models, a series of lights may flash to indicate that the dryer is experiencing a problem:

Using This Page, You Will be Able to Troubleshoot the Following Symptoms

1. Dryer Display / Control Panel Not Working

Inspect These Common Issues First

If your display or control panel is not working, be sure to check these common user errors before you move on to the next section.

FIX TIP

Remember, when troubleshooting any dryer symptom, start by unplugging the dryer from the electrical outlet or turning off the breaker.

Error Codes

Common issues with the display/console include control board issues and stuck buttons, which are commonly indicated by unique manufacturer error codes, which you can locate using your user manual. If your display is not working but throwing a code (which will usually be represented by seemingly random numbers or letters), they may be trying to tell you what the problem is.

Resetting Your Dryer

Sometimes a reset of the control board is what is ultimately needed to get your dryer display back to normal. Depending on your dryer model, this may require a specific sequence of buttons to be pushed, or there may already be a reset button on your dryer.

Check Your Power Source

The power source within your home may be at fault for issues like this. Make sure to check not only your outlet, but also the breaker and fuses for any issues.

Reinsert Power Cord

Check that the power cord for your dryer is still connected, as it may have fallen or disconnected from the wall outlet inadvertently.