Gracie G January 17, 2013 for Model Number REX4635EN1 How do you get to the heating element after you take the back off the dryer?
1 Answer Hello Gracie. Here is a video to help you. http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=rfDiR1DwAIo Read More...
Mary R January 16, 2013 I just received AP3094254 and have replaced the heating element in my Whirlpool dryer. It is still not putting out heat at any setting. Help!
1 Answer Hello Mary, You will want to check the thermal fuses and thermostats on the unit for continuity to make sure that they are good. If not good they 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...
Allen January 02, 2013 for Model Number LEV5634A Model #LEV5634A, Replaced heating element but dryer still not heating. Tested all the circuits and getting current to all except on the thermostat switch. What should my readings say?
1 Answer Hello Allen, Most likely you have a failed high limit but here's a link to help you with diagnosis. Thanks! http://www.appliancepartspros.com/repair-help/dryer-repair-help.html#2-2 Read More...
Brett January 01, 2013 for Model Number LEB6300PW1 My dryer won't heat at all. I have checked all the fuses on the back and they are getting continuity. How do I know for sure that it is the heating element.
1 Answer Hello Brett. 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. You can test these with a multi-meter MA-DM1. It 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 Read More...
Ally December 28, 2012 for Model Number admiral My dryer takes time to dry our clothes but the heater is always on and I was measuring about 21.5 amps from 5400w/240v heater. My vent is clean and I had a good air flow from the duct. Do you think I have problem with my heater?
1 Answer Hello Ally, If the heater is constantly on then there would not be a problem with the heater. More than likely you would have a problem with the cycling thermostat and/or the high limit thermostat. These thermostats will allow the unit to cycle off and on. Read More...
Raymond Hedge December 23, 2012 for Model Number WED5100VQO When I use my dryer on High. It get's hot and dries for a while, but then it seem's like it is not staying hot, like it cool's down. Doesn't stay at the same temperature and taking longer to dry than it should . Please can you help me? I'm pretty good on electronic's. Could the element be getting weak?
1 Answer Hello Raymond, many of the heating problems with dryers are related to restricted or clogged venting. You might check all your venting since you are getting some heat. Here's a link to help you check further. Hope this helps! http://www.appliancepartspros.com/repair-help/dryer-repair-help.html#electric Read More...
Sgt Elliott December 20, 2012 for Model Number medc400vw0 Ok my dryer is taking for ever to dry. Cleaned out the vents and vent to the outside. All ok, it gets hot inside the dryer but it is taking longer and longer to dry the same amount of items. What would be my next step thanks Sgt Elliott.
1 Answer Hello Sgt Elliott, You may want to pull the cover off the blower assembly and check to make sure that the wheel does not have lint covering it or that the wheel being damaged. If the wheel is damaged where it cannot pull the air properly then it will cause drying issues. Read More...
Bonnie December 19, 2012 for Model Number RED4100SQ0 Dryer quit heating and will not come on. I have replaced the push button and the thermal fuse to no avail. What should I try next?
1 Answer Hello Bonnie. You will need to check and see if the door switch WP3406102 is bad and needs 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 Read More...
Dorothy December 18, 2012 for Model Number kenmore Where can I purchase this heating element for a kenmore dryer?
1 Answer Dorothy, the heating element 279838 is available and ready to order with our company. Thanks! Read More...
Russel December 17, 2012 for Model Number RED4340SQ1 My dryer is taking 3 times to dry my clothes. I have recently cleaned out the vent and took the back off and cleaned the whole inside of the dryer and it is free flowing out the vent. I also put new part # 3387134 and part # 3392519 on the dryer but did not fix the problem either. I also took the heating element off and plugged back in to see if it got hot and yes it glowed red like it is supposed to. Do you have any suggestion what it might be? Thanks Russel
1 Answer Hello Russel. If the element is heating, then it has to be an air flow issue. Try running a load without the vent attached to the unit. Read More...