John Lewis Condensor Tumble Drier JLTDC03 no heat

[beermontypython]

I have had this item for 4 years, it has been ok until today.

After putting in a couple of towels set it on cotton cupboard dry,the machine started as usual but after running for about 10 minutes the machine stopped and the start/pause led was flashing and bleeped 3 times.
I checked the drum but there was no heat.
I read the instruction book which stated that the red led activation was due to “an attempt to change the parameters after start of program”, yet I hadn’t touched any buttons after pressing start.It also advised to turn the machine off and on again to clear the led but nothing changes.

I have tried turning the machine on/off a few times and occasionally it will clear, start up again but there is no heat, then the red led comes on again….
Any rough idea of what the problem is and is it a diy job to perhaps replace an element which I done before on a vented dryer also rough idea of cost to have it repaired.It may be as well to buy a new one but maney is tight. thanks for any help

[electrofix]

Re: John Lewis Condensor Tumble Drier JLTDC03 no heat

with a 3 beep fault is it saying the conductimetric sensor is not right

as far as i know its should be the sensor circuit that detects moisture in the machine

suggested faults are wiring, brushes or main board fault

think you may need a professional with knowledge of the test proceedures

Dave

[beermontypython]

Re: John Lewis Condensor Tumble Drier JLTDC03 no heat

Thanks for that Dave,, any idea on cost

[electrofix]

Re: John Lewis Condensor Tumble Drier JLTDC03 no heat

no really its how long is a peice of string
have not had this fault yet so only going by tech info

not sure without looking it up but does this unit have a timed dry programme. if so it may work on that as it may not need to use this sensor

dave

[beermontypython]

Re: John Lewis Condensor Tumble Drier JLTDC03 no heat

Hi dave if it is what you have suggested then I think it’s gonna cost me well over £100. I had a fault with it just over a year ago when it was dead.
When the service bloke came, It had to have a new control panel which took him over an hour and seemed to be a cow to get at and put back.So if it is the conductimetric sensor I reckon it might mean a new machine.

I have had a look at the heater and done a continuity check on the elements and what I think are the thermostats both seem ok, but I have ordered a replacement from Ransons which I can return if not used. I ordered one just in case my testing identified a fault to save time on postage. My wife is going barmy having 2 daughters as well makes it difficult without the dryer… Can you tell me Dave if the fault is the part you mentioned would the elements still heat up when I turn it on.
I have stood at a safe distance with the elements visible and turned the dryer on but they dont warm at all.

[beermontypython]

Re: John Lewis Condensor Tumble Drier JLTDC03 no heat

electrofix wrote:no really its how long is a peice of string
have not had this fault yet so only going by tech info

not sure without looking it up but does this unit have a timed dry programme. if so it may work on that as it may not need to use this sensor

dave
I have tried it on a 20 minute dry, it works but no heat

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