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Whirlpool Dryer Repair Error Code F4

Code F4 means Heater Relay Failure. We confirm the failure on-site and quote repair options clearly in Austin.

Appliance: Whirlpool Dryer
Meaning: Heater Relay Failure
Coverage: 78701, 78702, 78703, 78704, 78705, 78745, 78758, 78759, 78729, 78748

Recent Dryer Repair Repairs in Austin

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Top verified matches for Whirlpool Dryer Repair code F4 in Austin.

Austin • Dec 28, 2025VERIFIEDREPAIRED

SAMSUNG • Model DV42H5200EP

$249

Parts + Labor

Issue

The customer reported that the dryer was not heating and clothes were coming out cold and still damp after a full drying cycle.

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Fix

The inspection revealed a burned-out heating element, caused by restricted airflow and excessive heat buildup due to lint accumulation. Repair Performed Replaced the failed heating element Replaced all 4 temperature and safety sensors Performed a full vacuum cleaning of the internal cabinet Cleaned lint buildup from the dryer ventilation system After the repair, the dryer was tested and confirmed to be heating properly and operating within manufacturer specifications. Warranty for labor and parts - 90 days

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* Prices shown are from past completed jobs and include parts and labor. Actual repair cost varies by model, diagnosis, and part availability.

What error code F4 means on a Whirlpool dryer

When F4 appears, the dryer is reacting to Heater Relay Failure. We verify the condition and fix the root cause.

How technicians usually fix it

A code narrows the diagnosis, but we still verify the exact failure on-site before replacing anything.

Typical fix: Check heater relays on board.

Other Whirlpool error codes

Other codes for Whirlpool dryers — click to see meaning and typical technician checks.

Code F01

Common Whirlpool dryer problems

If this code doesn’t match your symptom, these are common issues we diagnose in Austin.

Not Heating Making Loud Noise Won't Start Takes Too Long to Dry Burning Smell

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