Frigidaire Dryer Error Code E64 — Heating Element Failure
What this means
The E64 error code on Frigidaire dryers indicates the heating element has an open circuit and is not generating heat. The dryer drum will still spin but clothes won't dry. This is one of the most common Frigidaire dryer errors. The heating element can burn out due to age, restricted airflow from clogged vents, or power surges. Frigidaire uses Electrolux-style error codes since it's part of the Electrolux family.
Step-by-step fix
4 stepsVerify the symptom
Run a timed dry cycle and feel the air inside the drum after a few minutes. If the drum spins but the air is cold, the heating element is confirmed not working.
Also check your circuit breaker — electric dryers use two breakers (or a double breaker). If one side trips, the motor runs but the heater doesn't.
Access the heating element
Unplug the dryer. Remove the rear panel (most Frigidaire models) to access the heating element housing. The element is in a metal canister or mounted on a bracket near the drum.
Take a photo of the wire connections before disconnecting anything.
Test the heating element
Disconnect the wires from the heating element terminals. Set your multimeter to resistance and measure across the two terminals. A working element typically reads 8–20 ohms. An open reading (OL/infinity) means the element coil is broken.
Also test each terminal to ground (the element housing) — any reading indicates a grounded element that could trip breakers.
Replace the heating element
Remove the mounting screws from the element housing. Slide out the old element, install the new one, reconnect the wires, and reassemble the panel. Run a test cycle to confirm heat.
Before reassembly, clean the lint buildup inside the element housing — excess lint is what causes elements to burn out prematurely.
When to call a professional
If the new element blows quickly or the dryer keeps tripping breakers, there may be a wiring short or grounding issue that needs professional diagnosis.
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Information compiled from manufacturer service manuals, official troubleshooting documentation, and appliance repair industry resources. This guide is for informational purposes only — always consult a qualified technician for complex repairs.
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