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Frigidaire Dryer Error Code E53

Motor fault: motor stopped in the middle of a cycle; motor protector open, load too heavy, or wiring fault (rotary); motor centripetal switch failure (push button).

SourceFrigidaire Freestand Dryer - Service Manual (5995625760A)6-6 (68) / 6-16 (76)

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Rotary: Empty the drum and restart the dryer; if unit does not restart, check continuity of thermal limiter-1, wiring (J2 connectors, motor connectors, door switch connectors), door switch normality. Push button: Check wiring, check if motor centripetal switches are stuck in open or closed positions; replace motor or Electronic Control Board.

SourceFrigidaire Freestand Dryer - Service Manual (5995625760A)6-6 (68) / 6-16 (76)

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