Frigidaire · Dryer Serious

E62 — Heater Power Relay Fault

E62 indicates a fault in the power relay to the heater on the control board (the heater circuit/relay is not switching correctly), and the dryer forces a cool-down. (A heater relay stuck ON is more specifically E61; E62 is the broader heater-power-relay fault.) This is a control-board-level repair.

Keep using it?
Limited use only
DIY difficulty
Hard
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How to fix it

  1. Unplug the dryer immediately and let it cool — do not run it.
  2. Remove the rear panel and inspect heater assembly for visible coil damage.
  3. Measure heating element resistance to chassis; any reading other than infinite = replace element.
  4. Replace main control board (heater relay).
  5. Replace high-limit thermostat as preventive on a heat-runaway event.
  6. Verify normal heat cycling on test run.

Why it happens

Typical signs: E62 on display · Dryer extremely hot · Heater runs even on Air Fluff · Cycle ends abruptly

  • Welded heater relay on main control board Cannot interrupt power to heating element.
  • Shorted heating element to chassis Element coil contacting housing supplies constant heat.
  • Bad high-limit thermostat Failed closed, no backup cutout.

Parts you may need

If diagnosis points to a failed part, these are the common replacements. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

  • Frigidaire heating element + thermostat kit Common replacement
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  • Frigidaire dryer high-limit thermostat Common replacement
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More Frigidaire dryer codes

E11 E11 — Control Board Checksum (Memory) Error E4A E4A — Program Time Out Fault E5B E5B — Heater Fault (No Heating) E61 E61 — Heater relay failure on control board E64 E64 — Heating element open circuit E66 E66 — Thermal Limiter Open Circuit

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Frequently asked questions

What does the E62 code mean on a Frigidaire dryer?

E62 indicates a fault in the power relay to the heater on the control board (the heater circuit/relay is not switching correctly), and the dryer forces a cool-down. (A heater relay stuck ON is more specifically E61; E62 is the broader heater-power-relay fault.) This is a control-board-level repair.

What causes the E62 code on a Frigidaire dryer?

Welded heater relay on main control board: Cannot interrupt power to heating element. Shorted heating element to chassis: Element coil contacting housing supplies constant heat. Bad high-limit thermostat: Failed closed, no backup cutout.

Is it safe to keep using a Frigidaire dryer with a E62 error?

Limited use only. This is rated a serious-severity fault.

How do I fix E62 on a Frigidaire dryer?

Unplug the dryer immediately and let it cool — do not run it. Remove the rear panel and inspect heater assembly for visible coil damage. Measure heating element resistance to chassis; any reading other than infinite = replace element.

Always unplug an appliance before servicing it. This guide is for informational purposes and is not a substitute for a qualified technician. Verified against manufacturer documentation: frigidaire.com.