E64 — Heating element open circuit
The dryer expects current draw through the heating element and sees none — either the element is burned out, a thermal fuse has opened, or there's a break in the heater circuit. Most common Frigidaire dryer code.
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- Limited use only
- DIY difficulty
- Moderate
- Typical cost
- $30-70
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The fix
Heating element
Heating element open circuit
Diagnose first: Heating element coil broken. Check for clogged vent (root cause of most heater failures) and replace thermal fuse at the same time.
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How to fix it
- Unplug the dryer.
- Verify 240V at the outlet (both legs hot to ground).
- Remove rear access panel.
- Measure heating element resistance — should be ~10–50 ohms. Infinite = replace element.
- Test thermal fuse for continuity — must read closed; if open, replace AND inspect vent.
- Test high-limit thermostat for continuity.
- Clean entire vent run from machine to exterior hood.
- Reassemble and run a heat test cycle.
Why it happens
Typical signs: E64 shown on display · Drum tumbles but no heat · Clothes still wet at end of cycle · Cycle completes but cold
- Burned-out heating element Open coil — most common cause. Element resistance reads infinite.
- Blown thermal fuse on blower housing Usually a symptom of restricted vent; replace fuse AND clear vent.
- Open high-limit thermostat Tripped from prior overheat.
- Broken wire in heater circuit Especially around drum contact points.
- House supply only delivering 120V (one leg lost) Electric dryer needs 240V — verify both legs hot at outlet.
Other parts sometimes needed
If diagnosis points to a failed part, these are the common replacements. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- Frigidaire high-limit thermostat Common replacementAmazon →
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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.