Tumble Dryer
F07
The F07 error code on an Electrolux tumble dryer indicates a fault with the heating circuit — specifically that the appliance is detecting no heat or insufficient heat during a drying cycle. It’s a moderately serious fault that will stop your dryer from drying clothes properly, but in many cases it’s fixable without a professional.
What does this error mean?
The F07 code means the control board has detected that the drum temperature isn’t rising as expected during operation. The dryer’s NTC temperature sensor (thermistor) monitors heat inside the drum, and if it reads a temperature that’s too low — or reports an implausible reading — the board triggers F07 and halts the cycle. This is a safety and performance fault: the machine won’t damage your clothes, but it won’t dry them either.
Est. repair cost
£10–£25 DIY (thermistor replacement); £80–£160 professional repair (heating element or control board)
🔍 Likely causes
🛠️ Step-by-step fix
Reset the dryer: Switch it off at the wall, wait 5 minutes, then power it back on and run a short cycle. A one-off glitch can trigger F07 and a reset clears it.
Clean the lint filter: Remove and clean the lint filter thoroughly after every cycle — a partially blocked filter is the single most common cause of heating faults. Rinse it under a tap if fabric softener residue has clogged the mesh.
Clean the condenser unit (condenser models only): Remove the condenser drawer at the bottom of the machine, rinse it under a cold tap until the water runs clear, and refit it fully. Do this every 1–2 months.
Check the plinth filter and heat exchanger area: On condenser models, remove the plinth panel and vacuum out any lint build-up around the heat exchanger fins. Restricted airflow here causes thermal cut-outs that trigger F07.
Test the NTC thermistor: If you’re comfortable using a multimeter, disconnect the dryer from the mains, access the thermistor (typically clipped to the rear drum housing — consult your model’s service diagram), and test its resistance. A healthy NTC thermistor reads approximately 10kΩ at 25°C. A wildly different or open-circuit reading means it needs replacing. Replacement parts cost £10–£25 online and are clip-fit on most Electrolux models.
Stop here if the heating element or control board is suspected: These components require opening the appliance’s electrical panels. Do not attempt this unless you are a qualified electrician — call an engineer instead.
📞 When to call a professional
If cleaning all filters and resetting the machine doesn’t resolve F07, and thermistor replacement hasn’t fixed it, you likely have a failed heating element, blown thermal fuse, or faulty control board — all of which require professional diagnosis. Call an appliance repair engineer and tell them: ‘My Electrolux tumble dryer is showing error code F07, I’ve cleaned all filters and reset the machine, and it still won’t heat.’ This gives them everything they need to arrive prepared.
⚖️ Repair or replace?
A professional repair for an F07 fault — typically a heating element or control board replacement — costs £80–£160 in the UK including parts and labour. If your dryer is under 5 years old, repair is almost always worth it. If it’s 8 years or older and the control board has failed, a new mid-range condenser dryer (£250–£400) may be more cost-effective than a £130+ board repair on an ageing machine.