Eike August 11, 2015 for Model Number Kenmore Gas Dryer 417.92142101 (circa 2001) I replaced the solenoids, and the dryer worked again for a few cycles. The heat grew weaker, and weaker, and now there is no heat at all. I do not hear the solenoids clicking to turn on the gas. Do you have any ideas?
1 Answer Hello Eike. You will need to test the thermostats and the flame sensor and make sure they are good. They should read closed for continuity. Also, check the igniter to see if it is good. If it is not glowing, test for power. Here is a link on how to use a multi-meter for the testing procedures. http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/oven-repair-including-ranges-cooktops/4810-how-check-continuity-ohmmeter.html Read More...
Julie C. July 21, 2014 for Model Number FGQ332ESO I have recently replaced the heating element and the bearing and belt. After the replacement of these two, there was no heat coming into the drum. It was suggested that I replace the solenoids, this has been done. There is visible flame, that stays on for long periods of time, but there is no heat in the drum. I can hear the blower. It seems almost as if the clothes are being air dried and not heated. I have since removed the Safety thermostat, the sensor, and the thrmostat that is located by the blower. I have tested continuity on all of them, but they all register. What am I missing? I don't want to replace a part that isn't broken, and be back in the same situation as I am now. Thanks
1 Answer Hello Julie, This sounds like an air flow issue. You should remove the duct from the rear of the unit and verify air flow. This should blow really hard. If not, the issue will be something like a softener sheet in the blower wheel or a missing drum seal. If there is good air flow from the dryer duct, the home ducting will have to be checked. Be advised that since you have removed the thermostats, you have created a fire hazard. Be sure to re-install these before placing the unit back into operation. Read More...
Attilio M. December 29, 2012 for Model Number 417.59012890 The dryer cabinet seems to get hotter than normal on high heat. This section is close to where the heater is. Is there a thermostat sensor that controls the heat? Or is it that I haven't noticed it before? I recently replaced the coils on the gas valve that failed. Without the coils it would not heat up. Thank you for your site. If it is a difficult part to find you usally have it!! Attilio M.
1 Answer Hello Attilio, This complaint is usually caused by one of two things. A sealed laundry room where the unit cannot pull in fresh air sufficiently, or a restricted exhaust duct. Flexible ducting is one thing that causes the second. If these have been checked, there are two thermostats that can be checked. The cycling or control thermostat 134048900 and the high limit thermostat 5308015399. The second one is also sometimes called the safety thermostat by the manufacturer. Read More...
Pfc April 14, 2012 for Model Number 41790142000 Hello. The dryer starts heating up and than it sops heating on any cycle, low, medium or high heat. It heats to barely warm. I do not hear the click of the valve that would indicate that it even attempts to restart after it stops heating. If open the door to stop it and than start it again I hear the valve clicking and it runs for a short while and it stops heating again. I think it might be the sensor gone bad. I appreciate any suggestions.
1 Answer Hello! It sounds like the secondary coil has shorted and needs to be replaced. The primary coil starts the heating process and the secondary coil maintains the heat throughout the cycle, when defective both coils needs to be replaced at the same time. Your coil kit is part number 5303931775. Thanks! Read More...