Why won't my dryer start?

The most common reasons a dryer won't start include the door not being fully closed, the Stop/Start knob not being turned to the On setting, or not pressing and holding the Stop/Start knob long enough until you hear the drum moving. For electric dryers, a blown household fuse or tripped circuit breaker can also prevent starting — electric dryers use 2 fuses or circuit breakers, so both should be replaced or reset. (Page 12)

From the official Whirlpool Sans61121 Electric Dryer manual, page 12

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