Fisher & Paykel SmartLoad Dryer Code 8: Exhaust Temperature Too High

What Code 8 means

On Fisher & Paykel SmartLoad and AeroSmart dryers like the DEGX1, DGGX1, DE27CW1 and DG27CW1, Code 8 means the exhaust sensor measured an over temperature of 185 F (85 C). The air leaving the drum got hotter than the dryer allows, so it stops heating. The parts involved are the sensor circuit, the heating element, the controller and the sensor module. The display shows the code.

Common causes of Code 8

A restricted lint screen or vent trapping heat
A heating element that stays on too long
An exhaust sensor circuit reading incorrectly
A controller or sensor module not regulating heat

✓ One safe check you can try

1. Switch off the dryer and let it cool for at least thirty minutes. 2. Clean the lint screen and look into its slot for buildup. 3. Check that the exhaust hose behind the dryer is not crushed or kinked. 4. Run a small load on a low-heat setting. 5. If Code 8 returns, stop using the dryer and call us.

! Why to stop there

Overheating in a dryer is a fire-safety concern, so repeated restarts are not wise.
Telling a vent restriction from a bad sensor or element needs measurement.
We inspect the venting and the heat controls and explain what we find.
You see a written price first, and the work carries a 30-day workmanship warranty.

Opening a panel yourself does not automatically cancel a manufacturer warranty, but it can cause accidental damage, and some manufacturers set their own service conditions. Check your warranty terms, or ask us, before deciding.

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Code 8Code 8 questions

Is a blocked vent the most likely cause?

It is the first thing to rule out, because trapped air raises exhaust temperature quickly. Clean the lint screen and check the hose, then call us if the code returns.

How hot is 185 F?

It is the exhaust air limit this dryer allows. Beyond it the control cuts the heat, which is why the clothes stay damp and the display shows Code 8.

May I keep drying on air-only settings?

We would not rely on that. If the heat controls are suspect, it is safer to leave the dryer off until we have checked the sensor and the element.