If the lint screen is clogged, it restricts the airflow in the dryer, which reduces its ability to dry the clothes. Therefore, it is understandable why dryer manufacturers instruct dryer owners to clean the lint screen after each time you use the dryer. If you look at the lint screen after using the dryer, you are likely to see that a lot of lint comes off just one dryer load. Another good indication that it is too full is if you can hear the dryer struggling, often making a squeaking sound. An obvious indication that the dryer load is too large is when the drum struggles to spin when you try to start the dryer.

To make sure the dryer can do its job, never fill the drum more than 3/4 full. If clothes are still damp when they should be dry, the first thing you should consider is whether there were too many clothes in the dryer. If lint is not to blame for the dryer heating but not drying, the dryer’s heating element, thermostats, and thermistor should be checked to resolve the issue. Lint can cause a blockage if the lint screen is not cleaned after using the dryer, and when lint builds up in the ventilation duct or inside the dryer. If your dryer gets hot but does not dry, it is most likely a lint blockage that is causing the issue. So if your drying is not drying, or it is taking too long to dry, you will likely want to get it fixed as soon as possible. Dryers are great for drying clothes in a hurry or to use when there is bad weather.

Dryer gets really hot to the touch