Neil for Model Number hye3460ayw Hello, my dryer, model HYE3460ayw started shutting off before the clothes were dry, it has gotten progressively worse. Based on information I found on the internet I ordered a high limit kit and replaced those parts, but this did not fix the problem. It has gotten to a point where the dryer will only run for about 5 minutes before shutting off. When it shuts off it wont do anything until it cools for a bit, then it will start and run again for a short period of time. It also seems that on any temperature setting except "air fluff" the temperature in the drum is getting very hot. On further research it appears that my cycling thermostat may be bad. Does this sound correct? Or is there something else that could be causing my problem? Thanks
Answer Neil, The first thing that you will want to check is the dryer venting. It sounds like, based on the information, that the vent is clogged up and causing the unit overheat inside. This will cause the cycling thermostat to close and remain closed allowing the timer to cycle faster than normal. Check the venting from the blower wheel all the way to the outside of the home for obstructions, clogging and especially where it comes out of the home for lint clogging a screen or causing the vent flap to not open. Read More... Answered by AppliancePartsPros.com | Friday, May 16, 2014