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Answer This answer was located on our Repair Forum, this is a free service in which technicians will assist with answering repair questions for our customers. Please use this link to assist in your repair. http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/dryer-repair/149834-heating-element.html

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My whirlpool dryer (ler6634dqo) still gets hot but takes several restarts to dry my clothes. Would this be the dryer heating element?

Lisa

Answer Hello Lisa. It sounds like the venting system is clogged. You will need to check the vent and clean it out. Be sure and clean the pipe and the dryer both. Hope this helps.

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Does my model have only one heating element and is it necessary to change the connection wires when changing the heating elements?

Vinnie for Model Number whirlpool LER6611LQ0

Answer Hello Vinnei. Yes your dryer only has one heating element which is part number 279838. You shouldn't have to change any wiring unless it is burnt or damaged. Hope this helps.

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The dryer was not getting hot enough so I checked the element and found it was partially burned out. I found part of the element melted/shorted to the metal heat tube it gets installed in. The new element touches the side also when it is installed. That does not make sense to me that it touches the sides. Is that a design flaw? The machine is only a little over a year old. Thanks for your help. Phil

Phil for Model Number LTE5243DQ9

Answer Hello Phil. If installed properly, the element will not touch the sides of the heater box. If it does, you need to replace the box, it is warped.

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My dryer has started intermittently running with no heat. Usually after starting and stopping and changing between high and medium heat settings, I can get it to run with heat. The heat seems too hot on all settings. All vents are clear. Does this sound like a thermostat issue or a heating element issue or both? Thank you in advance for your assistance!

Connie for Model Number WED5200VQ1

Answer Hello Connie. You need to test the temp switch 3399640 and make sure it is good on the unit. If not, it will cause the issue you are having. You can test this with a multi-meter TJMA-DMT3. Here is a link on how to use a multi-meter. http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/oven-repair-including-ranges-cooktops/4810-how-check-continuity-ohmmeter.html

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can an amana heating element be used in a whirlpool dryer??

Gina for Model Number g.loney_64@ymail.com

Answer Gina, It's not likely, at this point. model number of the dryer your working on we can research the possibility and inform you of the correct part number needed.

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If I order a new heater element can I return it if that doesn't solve my "non-heating" problem?

Dan for Model Number 11066732500

Answer Hello Dan. Here is a link to our return policy. http://www.appliancepartspros.com/customerservice/returns.aspx

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Lately my dryer seems to pull a lot of electricity when I use it and then pops my screw-in 30 amp fuse in my breaker box. Dryer continues to run but with no heat. I replace the fuse and all returns to normal for a few more dryer loads, then it occurs again. Dryer outlet vent clear, and taking the back panel and heat coils covers off, all clear there also but 3 of the 5 coils getting dark in color. see nothing else to comment on.

Rowdy Y for Model Number eed4300sqo

Answer Rowdy, You will want to pull the heating element out of the dryer and check for arch marks on the casing like the element grounding out. If this checks ok then you will want to check to make sure that the wiring in the unit is good and no shorts to ground. You will also want to have your home circuit tested as a weak circuit could also cause this issue.

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My dryer model # LER5636LQO whirlppol gets hot for the first few minutes then quits getting hot. It takes several cycles for the clothes to dry. I have cleaned the vent system and it still does this. Would the problem be the heating element?

William R for Model Number LER5636LQ0

Answer Hello William R. No, you need to check the vent and make sure it is clear. If so, wither the hi limit or the cycling thermostat will need to be replaced on the unit. You can test this with a multi-meter TJMA-DMT3. Here is a link on how to use a multi-meter. http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/oven-repair-including-ranges-cooktops/4810-how-check-continuity-ohmmeter.html

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My whirlpool dryer stopped heating so I checked the heating element it seemed to look shorted out so I replaced it and the thermostat last night plugged it up dryer worked but still no heat. Is there something I'm not checking?

Travis

Answer Hello Travis. Check and make sure you have 240 volts coming to the dryer. Check and make sure the unit is not set to Air Fluff. Also check the heater and thermostats and see if they are good. You can test these with a multi-meter TJMA-DM1. They should read closed for continuity. Here is a link on how to use a multi-meter. http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/oven-repair-including-ranges-cooktops/4810-how-check-continuity-ohmmeter.html

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