Toby August 28, 2013 for Model Number WSM2780 GE SPACE MAKER Dryer starts heat and flame goes off in 10 seconds. Would this be the thermostat?
1 Answer Hello Toby. Based on the information you provided, it sounds like the coils are bad and will need to be replaced. Read More...
Donny July 09, 2013 for Model Number Maytag MDG7500AWW (gas) Igniter glows and ignites and blows flame for 10-15 seconds and then flame is lost and igniter stops glowing. What might be the problem. Thanks.
Ed July 01, 2013 for Model Number LGR7648KQ0 Hello My gas dryer works okay except when it starts it will heat for a few minutes and then the heat goes away. I measured for continuity across the flame sensor and it was good,the chime on the multimeter sounds.. The continuity between the top and bottom connectors of the thermostat was good.The resistance between the two middle connectors was about 1.826 ohms.Then I heated the back of the therostat up with a hot air gun and the resistance of the top and bottom connectors went to infinite or the chime quit.This sounds normal for both items.Could the flame sensor be intermittent? Is there only one thermostat? I guess that leaves the igniter but it would seem hard to test it.
1 Answer Ed, This issue would most likely be caused by bad coils on the gas valve. The coils will allow gas flow but once they heat up they open and cause the gas flow to stop. You can let it cool down for a while and they will come back. This is a sign of weak coils 279834. Read More...
Ed July 01, 2013 for Model Number LGR7648KQ0 My gas dryer will heat up and run then the heat will go away after a few minutes but still runs.I disconnected the vent hose still the same.Is this the flame sensor causing the problem?
1 Answer Hello Ed. 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 and make sure it is getting hot enough to light the gas. 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...
John June 13, 2013 for Model Number kenmore 90 gas dryer dryer igniter does not come on checked fuse and thermostat both checked ok what do i check out next
1 Answer John, The igniter 279311 would be the next check, you'll want to disconnect the harness and check for approximately 50 to 500 ohms resistance on the Rx1 multi meter scale across the two pins in the connector. Then check the flame sensor WP338906 remove the wires from the terminals and check for a "closed" circuit across the terminals with the sensor at room temperature. Read More...
Aby June 13, 2013 for Model Number whirlpool gas dryer lhi5701go Turn on dryer and everything works, blower, drum spins after approximately 30 seconds the igniter glows hear a click and see flames and flame stays on approximately 4 minutes and go off. When next heating cycle begin igniter glows hear a click but no flames, this continues for five six cycle s and I turn off machine. Before doing this I cleaned and vacuumed everything air flow not obstructed and wipe all sensors with dry cloth. I waited 45 minutes and started machine again and all worked well till second heating cycle igniter glows hear click but no flames. machine works ok but only when completely cold . Did this four time until load of cloths dried. which is the culprit the flame sensor, dryer igniter or adjustable dryer cycling thermostat.
1 Answer Hello Aby. Sounds like the coils on the valve are bad and will need to be replaced on the unit. Unfortunately, the coils are not available separate from the valve and burner assembly, part number 279894. Thanks. Read More...
Ken June 01, 2013 for Model Number kgys700gq1 Dryer starts the drum, the drum turns but no flame. Checked igniter does not get any reading with tester. Thanks ken
1 Answer Ken, You will want to test the leads going to the igniter to see if it is getting 120 vac. If it is then the igniter is bad and if not then you will want to check the thermal fuses and thermostats for continuity. You can also check the flame sensor for continuity. These should all have continuity and if not then the part would need to be replaced. 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 Read More...
Bob W May 29, 2013 for Model Number LGQ9858PWO The drier runs but does not heat up to dry cloths. I do have the smell of gas.
1 Answer Hello Bob. 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 and make sure it is getting hot enough to light the gas. 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...
Robert T May 25, 2013 for Model Number Estate Gas Heavy duty 5 cycle 3 temp I turn on the dryer and it blows air and then it starts a loud humming sound and doesn't heat up. The humming will stop and then do it all over and never heat up.
1 Answer Hello Robert. Based on the information you provided, it sounds like the motor is bad and will need to be replaced on the unit. Read More...
Juststeve May 24, 2013 for Model Number Kenmore Series 70 Gas Dryer We have a Kenmore Series 70 Gas Dryer. The igniting coil heats up but it never ignites. I don't smell gas, so gas does not appear to be coming from the nozzle. We just had a repair man here last week, and he replaced the Igniter Kit. We were getting intermittent ignition for a day after that, but nothing since. We replaced the vent tube, and the dryer was otherwise cleaned. What should we be looking to replace?
1 Answer Juststeve, The most likely cause would be a bad flame sensor or a bad coils on the gas valve. You can test the flame sensor and it should be closed when doing a continuity test. If it checks ok then the coils are faulty. Read More...