Kenmore HE3 model#11092822101 Gas dryer turns on, ignitor glows and stays on, dosn't light, dryer turns itself off after 20 seconds and smells burnt. I have checked for any restictions all clear with free flow to outside. I removed the gas valve coils and tested them, both give 1300 ohms with multimeter. What should I test next?

Gerald Griffin

• 248 Answers
• Posted on Nov 12, 2007

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Probably a high limit fuse. Check on the burner shroud for a 2 wire thermos. They should have little resistance. If so replace. If they are open, check for a restricted vent. Remove front panel and clean out area below filter.

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replace the selonoids

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replace the igniter. The ignitor is the most comon problem with gas appliances checking continuity does not tell you if it is bad or not it has to draw a certain amount of amps to open the gas safty valve and the is no safe way to check this on most gas dryers

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bad holding coil on the gas valve

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HI, Check your 4" vent to the outside and make sure it is clean and that it has no kinks.
Any restriction to the outside will cause the dryer to short cycle. All thermostats must have continuity. With the dryer running, remove the lint screen and check to see if there is good air flow by putting your hand in where the filter goes (it is safe). You should feel air rushing past your hand if the vent is clear.
I hope this helps you. Please let me know if I can assist you further.

Vic