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Dryer will not turn off

Dryer will not turn off — Stuck in Pause mode after opening door

Whirlpool · Smart Electronic Dryers

What does Dryer will not turn off mean?

The dryer remains in Pause mode and will not turn off after the door was opened before the Wrinkle Shield™ option finished, rather than completely stopping.

Common Causes

  • The dryer door was opened prematurely during the Wrinkle Shield™ option.

Repair Steps & Checklist

Click steps to track your progress.

  1. 1

    To turn the dryer off, simply touch the POWER button.

  2. 2

    If you wish to continue the Wrinkle Shield™ option, touch and hold the START/PAUSE button.

  3. 3

    Avoid opening the dryer door before the Wrinkle Shield™ option has fully completed to prevent this mode.

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Verified technical data. Last updated: April 2026

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Source: Whirlpool Smart Electronic Dryers
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