Robert for Model Number GGC9858HQ0 WHIRLPOOL DRYER We checked all the thermostats and the igniter and flame sensor. Everthing tested fine for continuity so we hooked everything back up and low and behold the the igniter stated to glow and flame turned on. About one to two minutes went by and the flame went out. We restarted the dryer and this time the igniter failed to glow and no flame. Can the problem be an issue with flame sensor or one or both of the thermosats or a weak igniter?
Answer Hi Robert. Dryer Gas Coils: Check the coils 279834 and see if they test good. You can test the coils using a multi-meter MA-DM1. The two prong coil will read 1,000-1,300 ohms, and the three prong coil will read 1,300-1,400 ohms across prongs 1&2, and 500-600 ohms across prongs 1&3. Make sure the igniter ohms 50-800 ohms cold part # 279311. Make sure the entire vent system is not kinked and /or restricted. Clean the outside vent hood / cap assy. so it opens and closes on its own 4-5x/yr. The coils will read good and then open under power as all electrical devices can. Thank You. Read More... Answered by AppliancePartsPros.com | Saturday, March 31, 2012