Bob May 05, 2011 for Model Number Kenmore 110.66642500 How do I test the Heating Element and/or the Thermal Fuse to determine if they are, in fact, defective?
1 Answer Hello Bob! You can test the element and fuse using a mulit meter MA-DM1. Here is a link you can refer to for help with using a multi meter: http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/oven-repair-including-ranges-cooktops/4810-how-check-continuity-ohmmeter.html. Thanks. Read More...
Bob May 05, 2011 for Model Number Kenmore 110.66642500 Dryer stopped heating last night. Removed FRONT panel today only to discover I can't access or see the Heating Element or the Thermal Fuse. Can't you direct me to where it is and how I test for both?
1 Answer Hello Bob. You will need to remove the back panel to access the heater and fuses. Hope this helps. Read More...
Stefanie S. May 04, 2011 for Model Number eed4400sq0 There are three wires for the heating element, can you tell me how to hook them back up?
1 Answer Hello Stefanie. There is a red wire with a large spade on it, it goes to the heater. Then the high limit WP3977767 hooks to the other terminal to the heater. The jumper wire goes from the high limit to the thermal cut-off 279816. The the last wire hooks to the other terminal of the thermal cut-off. Hope this helps. Read More...
David April 30, 2011 for Model Number leq8000hq1 Whats the most effective way to clean out a venting system?
1 Answer Hello David! If you have a short vent (around 5') a vacuum cleaner with a hose attachment will work fine. For a longer duct or one that is not accessible you it is better off to contact a proffesional. Thanks. Read More...
Edna F. April 29, 2011 for Model Number REX4634KDQ1 I would like to know how to remove my heating element so I can replace it.
1 Answer Hello Edna. These are not hard to do. Disconnect the power to the dryer. Remove the back panel of the dryer to access the heater. It is located in the bottom right hand corner and attached to the heater box. You will need to remove the wires going to the heater, then remove the screws holding the heater to the heater box. Pull out on the bottom of the heater and down to remove the heater. Reinstall in reverse order. Hope this helps. Read More...
K Blanch April 24, 2011 for Model Number whirlpool My dryer is making an electrical burning smell when it is running, and if I let it run for like 30 sec and I look inside the dryer I can see something glowing red. I think it is the element. What do you think?
1 Answer Hello K. Yes, the red glow is the element. You will need to check and see if you can locate where the smell is coming from. Check the motor, heating element, and the thermal fuses. Hope this helps. Read More...
Mike April 23, 2011 for Model Number LER3624DQ1 Does a new heating element come with a new thermostat? I have a bad thermostat. Should I purchase a new heating element or will a new thermostat be enough ? The heater does not look bad. dryer was drying OK before thermostat burned out.
1 Answer Hello Mike. If the heater is good, then you will just need to replace the thermal cut-offs 279816. Hope this helps. Read More...
Darrin April 22, 2011 for Model Number 8620PWO Clothes take 2 or 3 cycles to dry, unless I hold the switch down and keep the door to open to see if the coils are glowing. Sometimes they do, and sometimes they dont, but when they do, I close the door without the dryer shutting off and then the clothes will be dry. The vent is not clogged, so what do you think my problem might be. thanks, Darrin
1 Answer Hello Darrin. You will need to check for loose connections on the heater 279838 and thermal fuses 279816. If all the connections are good, test the heater and thermal fuses for continuity, they should read closed. If they are open, replace that part. Also chek the heater and make sure the coils are good and not broken, and making contact sometimes. If they test good, you will need to trace voltage and see where you are loosing it at. You can perform these test with a multi-meter MA-DM1. 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...
Vinnie April 01, 2011 for Model Number whirlpool LER6611LQ0 Does my model have only one heating element and is it necessary to change the connection wires when changing the heating elements?
1 Answer Hello Vinnei. Yes your dryer only has one heating element which is part number 279838. You shouldn't have to change any wiring unless it is burnt or damaged. Hope this helps. Read More...
Dominick P February 22, 2011 My whirlpool dryer does not seem to get hot enough. Especially towels, we need to run cycle twice. We are planning on changing the element., but also concern that it could be the thermostat. Please advise. Thank you
1 Answer Hey Dominick, make sure you check your vent and make sure it is not clogged. Thanks. Read More...