Candy Dryer Error Codes (What They Mean + Fixes)

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If your Candy dryer is displaying an error code, it means the appliance has detected a condition that may interrupt drying or affect performance. This guide explains the most common Candy dryer error codes, what they usually mean, and safe checks you can try before calling service.

Common Candy Dryer Error Codes

E01 — Door Lock Error

What it usually means

  • The door is not detected as closed or locked.

Try this

  1. Close the door firmly.
  2. Remove any laundry caught in the door seal.
  3. Restart the dryer.

Call service if

  • The dryer will not start.

E02 — Heating Error

What it usually means

  • The dryer is not heating to the required temperature.

Try this

  1. Clean the lint filter thoroughly.
  2. Check the exhaust vent for blockages.
  3. Restart and run a normal cycle.

Call service if

  • Clothes remain cold or damp.

E03 — Drain or Condenser Error

What it usually means

  • Moisture is not being removed correctly.

Try this

  1. Empty the water container (condenser models).
  2. Clean the condenser and filters.
  3. Restart the cycle.

Call service if

  • The dryer stops early or displays the error again.

E04 — Overheating Detected

What it usually means

  • Excess internal temperature has been detected.

Try this

  1. Turn the dryer off and allow it to cool.
  2. Clean filters and vents before restarting.

Call service if

  • The error returns during the next cycle.

E05 — Temperature Sensor Error

What it usually means

  • The temperature sensor is reporting abnormal readings.

Try this

  1. Turn power off for 5 minutes.
  2. Restart and test a short cycle.

Call service if

  • The error persists.

E06 — Moisture Sensor Error

What it usually means

  • The dryer cannot correctly detect moisture levels.

Try this

  1. Clean moisture sensor bars inside the drum.
  2. Restart the dryer.

Call service if

  • The dryer stops too early or over-dries.

E07 — Motor Error

What it usually means

  • A fault has been detected with the drum motor.

Try this

  1. Reduce load size.
  2. Restart after turning power off.

Call service if

  • The drum does not rotate.

E08 — Motor Overheating

What it usually means

  • The motor has overheated due to airflow restriction or heavy load.

Try this

  1. Allow the dryer to cool completely.
  2. Clean filters and vents.
  3. Restart with a smaller load.

Call service if

  • The error returns quickly.

E09 — Control Board Error

What it usually means

  • An internal electronic control fault has been detected.

Try this

  1. Turn off power for 5 minutes.
  2. Restart the dryer.

Call service if

  • The dryer will not start.

PF — Power Failure

What it usually means

  • The dryer experienced a power interruption.

Try this

  1. Press Start to resume the cycle.
  2. Restart if needed.

Call service if

  • The message appears without a recent outage.

How to Clear a Candy Dryer Error Code

  1. Turn the dryer off.
  2. Switch off power at the wall for 5 minutes.
  3. Restore power and start a short test cycle.

If the error returns immediately, it usually indicates an active fault.

When to Call Service

  • Persistent heating or motor errors
  • Repeated overheating or airflow warnings
  • Electronic control faults
  • Any error that prevents the dryer from starting

FAQ

Can blocked vents cause Candy dryer error codes?

Yes. Restricted airflow is a common cause of Candy dryer errors.

Do Candy dryer error codes vary by model?

Yes. Codes may vary slightly by model and region, but the meanings above apply to most Candy dryers.

Is it safe to keep resetting the dryer?

Occasional resets are fine, but repeated resets without fixing the underlying cause are not recommended.