This step-by-step dryer repair guide shows how to replace the electronic control board in a gas dryer.
You may need to replace the electronic control if the dryer doesn't power up even though the electrical outlet works and the power cord is properly connected to the control board. You may also need to replace the electronic control board if the burner igniter doesn't glow in a heated cycle and you've checked all wiring and components in the igniter circuit.
Because the dryer electronic control board manages all of the appliance's components and controls the dryer cycle times, it's difficult to pinpoint the control board as the source of a problem. Unless you see obvious damage to the dryer electronic control board or you've definitely determined that the control board failed, have a local dryer repair expert do advanced diagnostic tests before replacing the dryer control board with a manufacturer-approved dryer part.
Use this procedure to for Frigidaire, Electrolux or Kenmore dryer electronic control board replacement. You also can use the same basic steps to replace the electronic control board in some Whirlpool, Maytag, Amana, Samsung, LG and GE dryers.
If your dryer is electric, see our repair guide How to replace an electronic control board in an electric dryer.