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Kenmore Dryer E1 / E2 / tE1 / tE2 Error Code
Thermistor fault on 110 electronic and 796 dryers on Kenmore dryers.
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The control has decided its temperature sensor has failed. Without a working thermistor the dryer can't regulate heat. The fix Sears PartsDirect gives is to test the sensor and swap it if it's bad.
Compatible models
Kenmore 110-series dryers with electronic controls (E1, E2) and Kenmore 796 model dryers (tE1, tE2), as listed by Sears PartsDirect.
Also shown as
110-series electronic control dryers show E1 or E2; 796 dryers show tE1 or tE2. Both are described the same way, with a good sensor reading about 10,000 ohms at room temperature.
Difficulty
Start with the safe checks below; a worn part may need replacing.
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How to fix Kenmore E1 / E2 / tE1 / tE2
Clear it with a reset
Unplug the dryer for a few minutes and plug it back in. Start a heated cycle and see whether the code returns within the first few minutes.
Clean lint from around the screen
With the dryer unplugged, vacuum the lint screen slot. It won't fix a dead sensor, but heavy lint near the exhaust is worth removing either way.
When to call a technician
When the code keeps coming back, have the thermistor measured and replaced. Order it by your full model number, since 110 and 796 dryers use different parts.
Parts linked to E1 / E2 / tE1 / tE2
These are the parts most often behind this code. Tap one to see what it does and the signs it is failing.
Order parts by your full model number so they fit.
Frequently asked questions
Which Kenmore models show the E1 / E2 / tE1 / tE2 code?
Kenmore 110-series dryers with electronic controls (E1, E2) and Kenmore 796 model dryers (tE1, tE2), as listed by Sears PartsDirect.
Can I fix Kenmore E1 / E2 / tE1 / tE2 myself?
Often. The first steps above are safe checks a homeowner can do. If they don't clear E1 / E2 / tE1 / tE2, the cause is likely a worn part that needs replacing.
Other Kenmore dryer codes
- AF / F30 / F4E3Exhaust airflow is restricted
- PFPower went out during a cycle
- F31 / F4E4Low or missing voltage on one leg (electric dryers)
- F01 / F1E1Main control board fault
- F02 / F2E1A button on the panel is stuck
- F22 / F23 / F3E1Exhaust thermistor fault
- F24 / F25 / F3E3Inlet thermistor fault
- F28 / F29 / F3E2Moisture sensor fault
- F20 / F21 / F4E1 / F4E2Heater relay fault
- F70 / F71 / F6E2 / F6E3Control boards have stopped talking to each other
- E3 / F1E3Control panel and main board don't match
- dEDoor switch problem on 796 dryers
- E10 / E11 / E12 / EAFControl board fault on 417 dryers
- E24 / E25Temperature sensor fault on 417 dryers
- E4A / E5BNo heat or drying takes too long (417 dryers)
- E8CHigh-limit thermostat keeps tripping (417 dryers)
- F40 to F46Blower system fault on the Elite Oasis
- F26Drive motor fault on the Elite Oasis
Last reviewed 2026-10-21. Codes and steps can vary by model; check your owner's manual.