Cirick November 04, 2011 for Model Number wed6200SW1 Half of the heating element coils are burnt and crumbly. I can replace the element but need to know if there is another part that needs to be replaced also that might have caused this
1 Answer Hi Cirick. It sounds like the venting system is clogged or kinked. You will need to check the vent and clean it out. Be sure and clean the vent pipe and the dryer air duct assembly. If the air flow is not good, the unit will retain moist air causing the clothes not to dry. Try running the unit with the vent unhooked from the back of the dryer and see if the dryer works properly. Part # 279838. This clogged vent will cause the heater to overheat and flex and break. Thank you. Read More...
1 Answer Hello Bobby. In automatic dry the dryer senses the moisture inside the unit, and when the clothes are dry, it shuts off. In time dry, the dryer runs on a set time and does not use the sensor to advance the timer. Hope this helps. Read More...
Ashley October 16, 2011 for Model Number WED5300SQ0 We just bought this dryer from a couple and as we start it, the drum rotates but it does not get hot. I did notice though that the timer is not working either. Please help me I am not sure what to do.
1 Answer Hello Ashely. 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 279838 and thermal fuses 279816 and see if they are good. If the dryer does not heat, the timer will not advance. You can test these with a multi-meter MA-DM1. They should read closed for continuity. Here is a link on how to use a multi-meter. Hope this helps. http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/oven-repair-including-ranges-cooktops/4810-how-check-continuity-ohmmeter.html Read More...
Don October 16, 2011 for Model Number Kenmore 110.66662501 The dryer would not run. The timer is running, but the dryer motor will not. I checked and found the heater / thermostat combination was bad. I will order the heater element, but will this alone keep the motor from running. The door switch checked good.
1 Answer Hello Don. No, it sounds like the thermal fuse WP3392519 is bad and will 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. Hope this helps. http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/oven-repair-including-ranges-cooktops/4810-how-check-continuity-ohmmeter.html Read More...
Arthur October 12, 2011 for Model Number 110.64742400 I have a kenmore 70 series and in the door is mod 110.64742400 is this the model number or is it located somewhere else? I just want to make sure I am ordering the right part.
1 Answer Hello Arthur! Yes, the number given 110.64742400 would be the correct model number to your dryer if found on the door itself of the dryer. If you are needing the element use part number 279838. Thanks! Read More...
Tonya October 07, 2011 for Model Number TEDX640PQ0 I have an Estate dryer and it won't get hot. I've replaced the heating element, the thermostat, and the dryer thermal fuse, it still doesn't get hot. So I unhooked the heater element and it continuously runs without any heat and to stop it I have to open the door. Do you have any idea what I need for it to get hot?
1 Answer Hi Tonya. The 2- issues you have all lead back to a timer issue. If it will not shut off regularily = bad timer. Also the heat circuit comes from the timer sent to the motor. As the motor reaches speed internally a centrifical switch closes and sends the "other " 120 vac to the heater. The timer is part # WP8299781. All fuses need to read closed. Have you replaced the thermal cut off kit , part # is 279816? Thank you. Read More...
Bill T. October 05, 2011 for Model Number Whirlpool 110.69522800 I ordered a replacement heating element. The part number on the new element matches the old one. However, here is the problem. The heating element connection is separate from the thermostat on the new one. Wiring too far apart now to connect originally. The number stamped on the part is 3403585. So it is identical in number, but the design is a little different. The old part had the thermostat directly next to the heating element. And the thermostat had two connections on it with a third wire connection. I have no where to put the third wire. Model Number dryer 110.69522800.
1 Answer Hi Bill. You will need the thermal fuse kit part # is 279816. Instructions provided. Thank you. Read More...
Vickie W. October 02, 2011 for Model Number LER6620PQ1 My dryer runs but dosent heat. I put all new fuses in house hold fuse box. I think its the heating element and I dont know where it is located at ?
1 Answer Hi Vicki. The heating element is located on the back side of the dryer. Unplug the unit and remove the back. The thermal fuse is located on the blower wheel hsg. on the left. It is part # WP3392519. Make sure it ohms closed. The element is located to the rt., on the bottom of the heater inlet housing. It will unbolt and pull off from the bottom. The element should read 10-30 ohms and not shorted to the casing. Part # is 279838. All fuses read closed. The thermal cut off kit is part # 279816. Thank you. Read More...
Ultra September 28, 2011 for Model Number whirlpool wed5300sq0 Dryer starts and heats. After 5 to 10 minutes it pops breaker. Any ideas? Thanks.
1 Answer Hello Ultra. Check and make sure the breaker is good and is not weak. If so, you will want to check and see if the motor 279827 is bad on the unit and is kicking the breaker. Hope this helps. Read More...
Tom D. September 26, 2011 for Model Number 11067632600 RESIDENTIAL DRYER My dryer runs, but does not heat at all. I've check my heater element core and it didnt have any breaks in the coil so I guess its not that. Research tells me it's probably the Dryer Thermostats and Fuses. I've already changed the Dryer Thermal Fuse. IDK any could use any guidance on this. Thanks Tom
1 Answer Hi Tom. All thermal fuse and high limit fuses should ohm close. The heating element that has gotten "lazy" and shorts to ground will produce very little heat. The element is part # 279838. If you have a restriction in the entire vent or the vent hood/ cap this will allow the element to overheat and get lazy. The thermal cut off kit - is part # 279816. It should be used along with a new element. Keep in mind the motor supplies the element with heating current. Check your wiring diagram for which wire (Red) should give 120vac out of the motor while running. The motor is part # 279827. Open the motor switch cover carefully and inspect for burnt terminals. Thank you. Read More...