F14
Hotpoint
Dryer Heater Circuit Fault
On washer-dryer models: drying cycle starts but stops quickly with F14; no or low heat.
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Safety Warning
This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.
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Possible Causes
Failed dryer heating element, Tripped thermal cut-out (TCO), Loose heater wiring, Faulty dryer relay on control board
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the machine and allow it to cool.
F14 is another dryer-related error on Hotpoint washer-dryers.
- Access dryer heater: Remove the top cover and rear panel as needed to reach the dryer heater housing.
- Check thermal cut-out: Many Hotpoint dryer heaters have a resettable or one-shot thermal cut-out. Test continuity across the TCO. If open and non-resettable, replace the TCO or entire heater assembly.
- Test heater element: Measure resistance across the heater. If open circuit, replace the heater.
- Inspect wiring and connectors: Tighten any loose connections and replace burnt terminals.
- Control board: If heater and TCO are good but F14 persists, the dryer heater relay on the main PCB may be faulty and the board may need replacement.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
Dryer Heater Assembly
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