Burning smell from tumble dryer blocked vent
burning smell from tumble dryer – builders had blocked vent when machine was in use. Is that fatal?
Rob Hilliar
Hi Rob
No I don’t think it’s fatal, the burning smell is most probably fluff burning around the heater, if the tumble dryer has stopped heating in might be a thermostat or you might have blown the heating element.
These video will help you find the fault pick one that suits your make. If you need more help please give me your make and model number
Tumble Dryer Repair Videos
