Dryer takes too long to dry

Try these checks in order

Exact controls and access points differ by model. Stop when a step does not match your appliance or manual.

1. 1

   Clean the lint screen

   Remove all lint and wash residue from the screen only as the manual directs.

   What you want: Light passes through the clean screen.
2. 2

   Check exterior airflow

   Run the dryer and confirm the outside vent hood opens with a strong stream of air.

   What you want: Airflow is steady and the hood is clear.
3. 3

   Use smaller, matched loads

   Mixing towels with light items or overfilling the drum increases time.

   What you want: Items can separate and tumble.
4. 4

   Use a higher washer spin

   A washer that leaves clothes very wet makes the dryer work longer. Select a suitable higher spin for sturdy fabrics.

   What you want: Clothes enter the dryer damp, not dripping.
5. 5

   Check the cycle sensor area

   Clean only the visible sensor bars listed in the manual, usually inside the drum near the lint screen.

   What you want: The bars are clean and dry.

If the problem remains

Find the full model number. Open the official manual, check for a recall, and describe which checks you completed before contacting service.