Kenmore Oasis dryer error codes
This chart provides Kenmore Elite Oasis dryer troubleshooting steps to correct problems resulting in error codes. The error code explanations shown below can help you diagnose a problem with your Kenmore Elite Oasis dryer.
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Exhaust air flow restriction
The exhaust air flow to the outside of your home is restricted. Unplug the dryer and clear the exhaust air duct system going to the outside of your home.
Power failure
A power failure occurred while the dryer was running. Press Start to continue the cycle or press Stop to clear the display. If this code frequently appears, check the power cord and replace it if it's damaged.
Main electronic control board failure
Unplug the dryer for 5 minutes and the plug the dryer back in. If the code reappears, replace the main electronic control board.
User interface keypad failure
A stuck button on the user interface control board causes this code. If you can't free the stuck key, replace the user interface control board.
Heater relay failure
The heater relay on the main electronic control board failed. Unplug the dryer and replace the main electronic control board.
Exhaust thermistor failure
Unplug the dryer. Check the resistance of the exhaust thermistor (temperature sensor). It should measure about 10,000 ohms at room temperature. If the thermistor is defective, replace it.
Exhaust thermistor failure
Unplug the dryer. Check the resistance of the exhaust thermistor. It should measure about 10,000 ohms at room temperature. If the thermistor is defective, replace it.
Inlet thermistor failure
Unplug the dryer and check the wire harness connections between the main electronic control board and the inlet thermistor. Reconnect any loose wires or replace the wire harness if damaged. If wire connections are okay, measure the resistance through the inlet thermistor. You should measure near 50,000 ohms at room temperature. If you measure infinite resistance or near zero ohms of resistance, replace the inlet thermistor/high limit thermostat assembly.
Drive motor failure
Unplug the dryer. Check the wiring connections between the main electronic control board and the drive motor. If the wiring connections are sound, replace the drive motor.
Moisture sensor failure
Check the wiring harness connections between the moisture sensor and the main electronic control board. If the wiring connections are sound, replace the moisture sensor.
Moisture sensor failure
Check the wiring harness connections between the moisture sensor and the main electronic control board. If the wiring connections are sound, replace the moisture sensor.
Low L2 voltage
The L2 leg of 240 volt power is below 30 volts. Check the house circuit breakers for the dryer and reset the L2 breaker if it's tripped. Unplug the dryer and check the power cord wire connections on the terminal block. Reconnect any loose wires or replace the power cord if it's damaged. Have an electrician check the 240 volt power supply for the dryer.
Communication error between the main electronic control board and the blower motor control board
Unplug the dryer and check the wire harness connections between the blower motor control board and the main electronic control board. Reconnect any loose wires or replace the wire harness if damaged. A blown thermal fuse will prevent the blower motor control board from getting power, triggering the F-40 code. Check the resistance of the thermal fuse. Replace the thermal fuse if you measure infinite resistance through the fuse. Check the wire harness connections between the blower motor and the blower motor control board. Reconnect any loose wires or replace the wire harness if damaged. Check to see if the blower fan spins freely. If not, check for a clog or restriction in the fan housing. Replace the blower fan if it's damaged. If the wire connections, thermal fuse and blower fan are okay, replace the blower motor control board.
Blower motor failure
Unplug the dryer and check the wire harness connections between the blower motor and the blower motor control board. Reconnect any loose wires or replace the wire harness if damaged. Check to see if the blower fan spins freely. If not, check for a clog or restriction in the fan housing. Replace the blower fan if it's damaged. If the blower fan is okay, replace the blower motor control board.
Undervoltage failure
Unplug the dryer and check the power cord connections on the terminal block. Reconnect any loose wires or replace the power cord if damaged. Have an electrician check the power supply voltage to the dryer.
Blower motor control board failure
Unplug the dryer and check the wire harness connections between the blower motor control board and the main electronic control board. Reconnect any loose wires or replace the wire harness if damaged. A blown thermal fuse will prevent the blower motor control board from getting power, triggering the F-44 code. Check the resistance of the thermal fuse. Replace the thermal fuse if you measure infinite resistance through the fuse. Check the wire harness connections between the blower motor and the blower motor control board. Reconnect any loose wires or replace the wire harness if damaged. Check to see if the blower fan spins freely. If not, check for a clog or restriction in the fan housing. Replace the blower fan if it's damaged. If the wire connections, thermal fuse and blower fan are okay, replace the blower motor control board.
Blower motor speed sensor failure
Check the wire harness connections between the blower motor and the blower motor control board. Reconnect any loose wires or replace the wire harness if damaged. Check for a clogged exhaust vent because a clogged vent can restrict fan speed and trigger the F-45 code. Check to see if the blower fan spins freely. If not, check for a clog or restriction in the fan housing. Replace the blower fan if the fan spins freely and the exhaust vent is clear.
Blower motor failure
Check the wire harness connections between the blower motor and the blower motor control board. Reconnect any loose wires or replace the wire harness if damaged. Check to see if the blower fan spins freely. If not, check for a clog or restriction in the fan housing. Replace the blower fan if the fan spins freely and the exhaust vent is clear.
Not used
This error code may appear when entering diagnostics but you should ignore it because it isn't used.
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