You are AWESOME... this will help me repair my dryer. Just 11 month old. This was so helpful. I have a portable Costway electric dryer.

@How-to-repair

16 күн бұрын

Hi thanks a lot for your comment and I'm glad it helped. It would be really helpful for me to get my video shared and help us fight appliance waste! Please remember to subscribe to our channel, as that really helps us 😇 Since we work very hard in our warehouse making free video guides for you all on appliances, we always appreciate a beer, offering a choice of single or round beer. www.how-to-repair.com/help/buy-paul-a-beer/ Thanks, Paul 👍

Reason I got one of these is because I know they are simple to maintain so as long as you don't overload them and clean the filters they should last long. I'm going 10 years on a portable washing machine that I myself maintain and I've seen my same model in the garbage by others who I believe abused them. Good tutorial.

Thank you so much ! I purchased the Black+Decker version and upon receipt the drum wouldn't turn, the seller and Black+Decker just said send it back, after watching your video I fixed it myself ! Really gave me a shot of confidence as I don't have any experience with these things :)

@bigmort6916

10 ай бұрын

Same here got the Russell Hobbs version same dryer upon purchase the drum not going around took back off and there was the belt in the bottom not even fitted onto the machine! All working now this video was just what I needed 😊

This Video was Fantastic! Editing was first class! You're troubleshooting first class! Thank you so much! Liked and subscribed!

@How-to-repair

10 күн бұрын

I get very humbled by your comment. All I'm trying to do is teach in the correct way that everyone understands. It would be really helpful for me to get my video shared and help us fight appliance waste! 😇 I will continue to invest the beer donations that I receive predominantly into the new video technology that I'm learning with tracking cameras and better audio to make it easier for everyone to understand. I'm also employing new blood now to assist me in my workload. You can support us by donating to our website www.how-to-repair.com/help/buy-paul-a-beer/

@dporrasxtremeLS3

9 күн бұрын

@@How-to-repair Good Health to You. May you Prosper and Live Long.

I keep coming back. watching this over and over. I was able to put my dryer drum back together after i took it apart one day, all thanks to this video. Now I am back because it wont dry. I'm following the links your comments, hopefully I can fix this issue. thank you so much. wonderful video.

Hi! Thank you so much for explaining the process thoroughly. Your video is very helpful! My dryer turns on and it spins too. The problem I have is that it'll turn off after a few minutes into the cycle.

@How-to-repair

2 ай бұрын

Hi thanks a lot for your comment and I'm glad it helped. It would be really helpful for me to get my video shared and help us fight appliance waste! Please remember to subscribe to our channel, as that really helps us 😇 Since we work very hard in our warehouse making free video guides for you all on appliances, we always appreciate a beer, offering a choice of single or round beer. www.how-to-repair.com/help/buy-paul-a-beer/ Thanks, Paul 👍

@rebeccamuntslag8940

2 ай бұрын

Hi! I'll definitely share the video and repost it. Do you know what's the repair for dryer turning off during cycle? It spins and everything. It starts as if it'd complete the cycle but the whole thing shuts off and clothes are still wet.

@steveparker3652

16 күн бұрын

@@rebeccamuntslag8940 Having this exact problem right now. Were you able to resolve?

This should have more likes! Very handy video, thanks x

@How-to-repair

Жыл бұрын

Glad you found a video helpful. Hope you had a good New Year. Please remember to subscribe to the channel glad we could help you @BlueCrow7 this is for you kzread.infoe432SAb2g08 please remember to subscribe as that's what keeps this channel going. Thanks 👍

This is fantastic! I have the Bush version. I've had it over a year but a few months ago (Out of warranty) it tripped the house fuse box and stopped working. I was going to throw it away and live without one, but this helped make me have a look. Pulling it apart, I found the little fuse had blown. I've been all over the machine and can't find a short. Putting a new fuse in, it seems to work, so I'm just waiting for it to do another fuse. My guess would be the heater, but thanks to you, I know where it is and what readings I'm looking for. Thanks!

Wonderful video, Great teacher! Love my little Panda dryer... I've had it over 6 years and I bought it from a Freight Damage store for $60 USD! The only blemish it had was the metal case at the timer was dinged. I pulled the drum, fixed the ding and have used it with very few failures! It's a reliable workhorse and very simplistic straight forward design. Currently, I have a No Heat situation I will be trouble shooting. Thank you for the upload👍 Edit: I'll probably have to stay with a US store as shipping from Great Britain to Oklahoma would be horrible, I presume.

@josephvaladez6199

3 ай бұрын

I have the same issue with mine. What was your no heat issue ??

Thank you for helping People te learn in easy way!!

Your a life saver mate thanks a lot 👍🏻

I found that if you put clothes or anything on the top of the dryer when it's operating, the dryer will eventually overheat and trip the thermal cutoff (so, don't do that). If that happens, simply turn the dryer switch to off and let the unit cool down to room temperature. The top of the dryer should be cool to the touch - not warm for the switch to reset. Then close the door and turn the switch to on and you should be good to go.

@How-to-repair

Жыл бұрын

Really glad you posted the information for other people. This is what helps everybody. Hope you had a good New Year please remember to subscribe to the channel was that's what helps us

@How-to-repair

Жыл бұрын

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@Nydas

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this tip! I hope thats my issue. Love my little dryer, its only a couple of months old so dont want to have to deal with getting it fixed already.

Thank you for posting this very informative video. I recently purchased a lightly used Panda 3.5 cf dryer and noticed that it squeaks when it runs. What should repair or replace? Idler pulley? Thank you for your help in this matter!

Absolutely fascinating.

U are a rock star thank you for the information i can Maintenance my portable dryer

Thanks for the awesome tutorial.

@How-to-repair

Жыл бұрын

You're very welcome! Thank you for leaving a comment this is for you kzread.infoe432SAb2g08 please remember to subscribe as that's is what keeps this channel going. Thanks 👍

@California007

Жыл бұрын

@@How-to-repair Is it possible to keep the timer to stay in the hot zone only? We don't mind to open the door to turn it off manually.

Well done!

Lovely! Thank you for doing this! There's not a lot of resources for the compact appliances but we love ours! And we want to keep them running

@How-to-repair

Жыл бұрын

I try and make videos on anything I ever have in the workshop. There is always someone you can help. Thank you very much for subscribing to the channel. Please remember to share our channel with your friends. Have a great Christmas and a happy New Year sorry for the late reply, I was away on holiday. We all need to take a break occasionally

You're a champ. Thank you!

@How-to-repair

Жыл бұрын

Oranjoose this is for you kzread.infoe432SAb2g08 please remember to subscribe as that's what keeps this channel going. Thanks 👍

Thanks alot of the tutorial!

@How-to-repair

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome! Thank you for leaving a comment, I would love you to leave your opinion on our poll about manufactures building in obsolescence to appliances. kzread.infoUgkxygHomnUySd_bYjaJBdEHPO6T4dYo9Ahm and this is for you kzread.infoe432SAb2g08 please remember to subscribe as that's is what keeps this channel going. Thanks 👍

This is great,thank you

@How-to-repair

2 ай бұрын

Hi thanks a lot for your comment. It would be really helpful for me to get my video shared and help us fight appliance waste! Please remember to subscribe to our channel, as that really helps us 😇 Since we work very hard in our warehouse making free video guides for you all on appliances, we always appreciate a beer, offering a choice of single or round beer. www.how-to-repair.com/help/buy-paul-a-beer/ Thanks, Paul 👍

Thank you!

@How-to-repair

2 жыл бұрын

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Saved my a$$, thanks.

Very useful😊

@How-to-repair

3 ай бұрын

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Watched entire video..VERY informative! My problem is the drum making a horrible noise when turning. Lint is charcoal gray and leaves that color on my hands. Please advise. All belts are good and everything else seems to be good.

Thank you for the concise and informative video on the upkeep and repairs for these compact portable dryers. I recently purchased a Panda 3.5 Dryer in very good condition. However, when I turn it on it squeaks a little bit. Could this be caused by a bad belt or bad idler pulley? I would like to be able to fix this, especially when I live in an apartment. Thank you for your help in this matter!

my hotpoint 9325 has the filter at the back same place as this one

We started hearing a louder, lower pitched motor noise when the dryer starts cold, but then after about 10 minutes of use, the motor goes back to normal sound. Still drying the same, exhaust is perfectly clear. We cleaned it all out, and noticed a gap between drum felt and drum on one side, but no other obvious issues. Thoughts?

How do you detach the cycling thermostat from the wires? My black and decker dryer runs for a few minutes, cuts off and stays off for 20 mins, and repeats this. It does not do this on air dry cycle. I think the issue is cycling thermostat.

IIRC theres also a small fuse that goes from the motor to the control module that goes out and u'll have a no start machine.

Hello! The fan belt on my Panda mini dryer has that yellow padding behind it, it’s pretty run down & is now causing a tapping sound on the drum. Is that yellow pad replaceable or should the fan belt itself be replaced? Any help would be appreciated. Thank you!

@HannahAndNemo

3 ай бұрын

I would like to know where to buy a replacement for this pad too!

I need to replace the power cord but can’t locate any in stock anywhere using the part #. Is there a universal power cord that I can purchase/locate relatively easy?

Thank you for the video, I need assistance with the drum, that metal center has this ring that came off, how do I replace that?

@How-to-repair Hope you are well & Thanks so much for this video. Can you link the heating element & the cycling thermostat? I've searched on your website & can't find the heating element but I was able to find the cycling thermostat. Thank you again!

@jaysonbaudot

2 ай бұрын

did you have any luck finding the heating element?

Thanks for your informative video. Mine is not blowing hot air, can you suggest where to buy the thermostat? Thanks in advance.

@71suns

Жыл бұрын

If you find that part please share. If we can share the resources for parts and solutions we've discovered for repairs it will be so appreciated and helpful. Thank you.

Mine had pet fur, hair, and a sweater string wrapped around the ring of the air system 0:40. It was causing the dryer to overheat specially around the heat fuse/small filter by the door on my panda. And it was tough to turn the drum. I had to take everything apart and clean it out DEEPLY. I’m about to put it back together. I’ll let you know if it was a successful solution.

@How-to-repair

2 жыл бұрын

hope it worked Thankyou For leaving a comment this is for you kzread.infoe432SAb2g08 please remember to subscribe as that's is was keeps this channel going. Thanks 👍

@GordosMom

Жыл бұрын

@@How-to-repair it did work! Thank you for this video! You are so extremely helpful. 🙏🏼

@DiannaRuks

7 ай бұрын

@@GordosMom similar thing happened to me, mid cycle I heard a clicking sound then smelled something burning. Came out of my kitchen and discovered my dryer shut off. I immediately unplugged it, waited a few minutes before plugging it back in again, it wouldn't start. Waited some more and it started working again. I allowed it to cool down at least 30 minutes. I guess it tripped the safety system because it was overheating. I believe all due to my new towels that are releasing a bunch of lint.

Thank you for the super helpful video! I am trying to replace the fan belt from my 2.6cu ft dryer but nowhere seems to sell them. Is there a keyword or something I should be searching for? Are they called something else?

@fannsmusic8112

Жыл бұрын

You can make it, that's what I did.. bought aroll of polyurethane sized it and burned the ends together... and so far so good.. how this helps!!

Good evening. I would like to ask you, where will I be able to find that transparent belt at the back that rotates the dryer tub? I opened the dryer in the back, because it stopped drying the clothes and made a strange noise, and I found the transparent belt broken. Thank you so much

Our unit is tripping the circuit breaker. I will have to tear it down to find the fault. Do you ship parts to the US.

I have a 7kg white Bush tumble dryer model DHB7VTDW and cannot locate the part number for a new drum belt. Argos will not give it me. Can you advice a belt i can fit and a place to source it please.

Where can I find a wiring diagram for the 3.5 panda dryer??? I need to check the heating element wires

I have only hady dryer for about 2 weeks. Has been drying perfectly but now will not work. The vents haver been cleaned regularly, there is nothing on top of or around the dryer. The unit has been vented correctly and all loads have been in accordance to the machines weight limits. When you start the dryer, it now turns, heats up, but in several minutes, stops and wont turn on again unless it has been off for at least 2 hours, and then when started again the same steps start again.

My drier keeps turning off when it's on hot mode. I wonder what is causing the issue. It works fine on cooling mode. Please advise.

I have portable dyer the metal that has 8 hole it’s not staying in place so I can’t attached the drum do you know where can I get the circle metal ?

My good man, we’ve had this very dryer for 2-3 years but it stopped working recently. I tried to replace the fan belt but that wasn’t it. It runs and the blower fan rotates for a few minutes but then the blower fan stops spinning where heat won’t be pushed out. I have no idea how you fix it.

@6packtallboys

9 ай бұрын

Hey there, did you ever find a solution? I'm dealing with the exact same problem

Need another Spring for pulley.

Does anyone know where to get the panda 40SF drum belt?

What's the name of the clear belt and part number for that piece? Mine was broke when I open the dryer

My dryer stopped working randomly, I opened the back up To find my thermostat wire some how got cut in half some how while drying is that replaceable? Or will it work to just re wire it ?

@71suns

Жыл бұрын

Did you find a resource to repair or replace your thermostat? Please share it if you did. Many thanks.

Need to replace spring for pulley.

Just got a new compact panda dryer, it never turns on half the time

Followed the tutorial and determined that I have a bad door switch. However, I do not know where to order a new one? Any suggestions?

@How-to-repair

Жыл бұрын

you will need your full model number to be able to get the correct door lock for your machine Thank you for leaving a comment, I would love you to leave your opinion on our poll about manufactures building in obsolescence to appliances. kzread.infoUgkxygHomnUySd_bYjaJBdEHPO6T4dYo9Ahm and this is for you kzread.infoe432SAb2g08 please remember to subscribe as that's is what keeps this channel going. Thanks 👍

Where can you purchase belts from?

I would like to know how to replace a circuit board for 2.0 panda push button dryer

@How-to-repair

Жыл бұрын

Very hard for me to answer that as I have not got the machine in front of me, sorry

Where can I get and buy the belt for this ?

Where can I locate a schematic diagram to identify the parts of my Panda 2.6 cu ft touch-pad dryer? Where can I purchase the necessary parts to fix it? If I'm unable to fix my ONLY TWO YEAR-OLD (purchased) dryer what BRAND would you recommend to replace it OTHER THAN Panda that would have better reliability?

@1kontrabida

Жыл бұрын

Panda is a good brand, clean vacuum the motor and the heating element and the sensing thermostat those are the only ones u need to look out or most likely to break. Ive torn and rebuilt my whole dryer and from experience these will last very long as they have a simple mechanism

Based on your knowledge, are these small dryers worth buying in comparison to the regular big dryers?

@How-to-repair

Жыл бұрын

If you can fit the standard size I would as they will have more air flow and don't need to be full. If you turn them to low heat with only a couple of items you will save on power as well

@Zee-jv1nb

Жыл бұрын

@@How-to-repair thank you very much. I was deliberating what to do

Hi, I have one of these and the knob isn't counting down it just stays in the same position the whole time the dryer is operating, would you know what the issue is? I have spoken to the company I bought it from and they said they're going to send a replacement (not sure if they mean a knob or machine probably the former) as it's less than a year old, but I won't know how to replace the knob, do you have a video showing this please?

@How-to-repair

Ай бұрын

I'm sorry I have not got a video on that. You mostly just damaged the plastic insert in the knob by turning at the wrong way it is common to break them.

My panda dryer started making a loud like rubbing noise like the drum is rubbing in something... hopefully I can figure it out from this video

@How-to-repair

Жыл бұрын

I have come across a lot of problems with the base of the machine as it is a little flimsy. Make sure the base is in a perfectly straight condition. If these tumble do I have a knock on the base this can be the problem. Have a great New Year and please remember to subscribe to the channel is that helps us glad we could help you @truthseeker8873 this is for you kzread.infoe432SAb2g08 please remember to subscribe as that's what keeps this channel going. Thanks 👍

What's the power consumption when in use on these?

@How-to-repair

Жыл бұрын

about 4 amps

Thank you for the detail tutorial of the ins and outs of a compact dryer. Do you have a shop to buy parts for this particular appliance ?

Please help. My drum has detached from the back part. What part would I need to fix it?

@How-to-repair

9 ай бұрын

You will need to make a video of your failed components, so I can see what you're talking about

December 21,2022 11:30AM MT Good morning my name is Correna, I came across your video this morning while searching for information diy troubleshooting for my 3.75Cu Ft compact Panda Dryer. The reason I am contacting you is seeing if your available to assist with me on figuring out what is causing the issue with my dryer? Thank you for your time today with reading this along with any other assistance in helping me with my issue with my dryer I appreciate your time. Last night my dryer began rattling mixed with a metal grinding noise that switches between level of loudness, it is very loud. I took off the back and checked the belts all are intact heating and drum works. Suggestions on what to check out or information on how to fix the problem? Please if your available with assistance with help me with finding an solution to my problem I’d appreciate it very much. Thank you for your time and may you and your loved ones are safe and healthy God Bless you and Happy Holidays

@How-to-repair

Жыл бұрын

I have had a few problems with these making noises and most of the time it is because the base plate on the machine has moved. This can be due to someone putting the machine down hard, but if the base plate warps in any way it can cause noises to appear. Have a great Christmas and a happy New Year. I hope this rectified your problem. glad we could help you @ms50fifty this is for you kzread.infoe432SAb2g08 please remember to subscribe as that's what keeps this channel going. Thanks 👍

Have a Panda. When turned on it starts, runs for a couple of minutes, starts heating up and then shuts off, and it won't start again at all for some time (till it cools down?". Anyone have a diagnosis for this? I am not a pro, or even a handy person, but if I had specifics I might try a repair.

@How-to-repair

Жыл бұрын

adam podlofsky this could either be a bad wiring connection or you may have a thermostat cutting in and out. this is for you kzread.infoe432SAb2g08 please remember to subscribe as that's what keeps this channel going. Thanks 👍

@tinagoff222

Жыл бұрын

Mine is doing this same thing please tell me how to fix it

@71suns

Жыл бұрын

Same problem. I have a Panda (model PAN865w) as well. Purchased two years ago February 2021. Mine has a touch control panel rather than a control knob setting. Panda does not provide anything in their manual to identify parts nor a schematic diagram of the dryer, other than the most rudimentary/ basic identification of the dryer. I've spent days trying to find solutions and/or parts to avoid dumping this dryer in the landfill. I bought it new for nearly $300. I'm a senior on a fixed income. I've never overloaded it and have cleaned both lint filters faithfully after EVERY load. At most I do my laundry twice a month. The problem is not belts..I removed the back panel a few days ago. It's an electrical issue that's preventing it from operating correctly. WHERE TO PURCHASE PARTS? And identifying the necessary parts is the issue. I'm extremely frustrated, angry and feel as if I threw nearly $300 out the window. If by chance you resolve your issue I would be so grateful if you'd share the solution and where you got the parts.

@71suns

Жыл бұрын

​@@tinagoff222 Same.

Where am I buy parts I need

I need to replace the clear belt. Is that on your website? I couldn’t find it.

@adrianaionelaprofiroiu5610

10 ай бұрын

Hi. Did you found somewhere to buy the clear belt?

@tiffanywarrington9003

2 ай бұрын

I need asstiance with the blower belt as well

What if the drum keeps dropping off

My white pully wheel is snapped in two!

@CapriDuff-Harris2013

8 ай бұрын

Can you help, please, in purchasing the replacement correct part! 😊

@CapriDuff-Harris2013

8 ай бұрын

The 1 that connects to the External fan, which turns the air in the machine. Broken pulley wheel was making it smell burnt, not having the belt on it, and making the noise of the fan sound mad loud when the belt was on the half boken pulley wheel!

What do I do if I hear a grinding noise 🤔

@How-to-repair

Жыл бұрын

+Kyesha Fletcher I would check that you haven't bent the base of the machine as this is a common problem. I would love you to leave your opinion on our poll about manufacturers building in obsolescence to appliances. kzread.infoUgkxygHomnUySd_bYjaJBdEHPO6T4dYo9Ahm and this is for you kzread.infoe432SAb2g08 please remember to subscribe as that's is what keeps this channel going. Thanks 👍

I have a issue with the power button on a panda dryer. I replaced the control panel but the same thing. Comes on chimes then nothing just blank no response. I have asked panda to send another mother board and they have not responded. The website doesn't show the motherboard to replace... now I have a non function dryer after warranty.. It has power just not starting when you touch the panel buttons. I need help to trouble shoot get it to start.

@71suns

Жыл бұрын

I have the same problem. My model is PAN865W with an oval touch pad control panel. Initially it will light up when plugged in, then shuts down. No response when I touch the on 'button'.

@71suns

Жыл бұрын

Have you found a solution to the issue with your dryer? Please share the solution you found if so. I'm so frustrated and frankly enraged that I've ended up spending innumerable hours online searching endlessly for a solution to this problem. This video has helped immensely as I've watched it several times and am much more familiar with identifying the internal workings of the dryer. BUT WHERE TO GET THE NECESSARY PARTS? Btw...there are very few appliance repair people who will even repair these so you either repair them yourself or take it to the dump. Unconscionable.

@71suns

Жыл бұрын

Hi...where did you purchase your control panel? It sounds as though that wasn't the solution after all. Have you resolved the problem at this juncture? Have you considered replacing the door switch? How about the fuse? I want to find a schematic diagram of the location of all the parts inside the dryer. Specific locations so I can see what's where!

@ladyowl6743

10 ай бұрын

the schematic should be on the side of the dryer.

@ladyowl6743

10 ай бұрын

I am like you. I want to fix it because it works great when it does work. I replaced the control panel and it did the same thing. I tried to order another motherboard just in case something burnt out on it. No response to any of my emails. I thought about replacing the door latch maybe its not making contact to signal it to start.

Mine isn't heating out of the box. Help.

@How-to-repair

Жыл бұрын

there is two settings on the dial hot cycle and cold cycle, glad we could help you @lisahawkins1430 this is for you kzread.infoe432SAb2g08 please remember to subscribe as that's what keeps this channel going. Thanks 👍

How can i easily reach you??

@How-to-repair

2 жыл бұрын

use the contact us page at website please www.how-to-repair.com/help/contact-us/

You skipped over way too quickly on how to actually put the drum belt onto the pulley. Super confused can't figure this out at all

I have the question sir my dyer is exactly the same as you have the tumble dyer cost way in white and the drum itself is broken can I buy just the drum? Where to buy?

I need to replace the power cord but can’t locate any in stock anywhere using the part #. Is there a universal power cord that I can purchase/locate relatively easy?

@How-to-repair

Жыл бұрын

Any 13 amp power lead should do the job you will only need to do the connections inside the machine correctly. glad we could help you @dvon3232 this is for you kzread.infoe432SAb2g08 please remember to subscribe as that's what keeps this channel going. Thanks 👍