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My kenmore gas dryer works for 5 minutes then control panel flashs and won't heat th cloths

GOD IS GOOD !!!! Gas Dryer no heat: or shuts down soon after heating CHECK: Thermal Fuse If the air flow in the dryer is restricted, the temperature in the heating chamber can get hot enough to blow the thermal fuse. If the fuse blows, it cuts power to the coils that control the gas valve. The fuse is usually mounted to the exhaust duct just inside the back panel. You can check its continuity with an ohmmeter. If, after disconnecting the fuse, you get any reading other than 0 when you touch the leads of the meter to its terminals, it has blown. There's no way to restore it -- you'll have to install a replacement. Igniter and Gas Valve Coils TEST with a multi meter: The igniter is an electric conductor that works like the element in an electric heater, glowing hot enough to ignite gas when you turn on the dryer. This conductor can burn out, and when it does, it may glow, but it won't get hot enough to ignite the gas. At times it may give a reading of continuity yet fail mechanically and not get hot enough to ignite flame though it gets hot and glows and even may show Ohms or continuity ( close circuit) ? Occasionally, the Gas safety valve and the electric coils that control the gas valve are defective -- they can wear out when the dryer gets old. When this happens, the igniter glows, but gas never enters the heating chamber or does not stay consistant. Performing a continuity test on either part will help you determine whether or not you need to replace it. But the coils should also be tested for amount of resistance as well as Ohms. As they may be showing ohms yet not putting out enough resistance to keep proper gas pressure flowing. Most coils should show at least 1300 ohms ( GIVE OR TAKE 150 OHMS). Anything significantly less Thus u get an ignition but then it soon goes back out. The flame does not stay lit. Air Flow and Heat The motor that drives the tumbler also drives a fan that circulates air through the heating chamber and the tumbler and expels it through the vent. If the air can't circulate, perhaps because of lint blockage, the heating chamber overheats, which prompts the cycling thermostat to turn off the gas. The thermostat resets when the chamber cools, but the chamber heats up quickly and the thermostat again shuts off the gas. The result is that the temperature in the tumbler doesn't stay hot, and your clothes take longer to dry, if they get dry at all. Warning There's a big difference between a dryer that doesn't heat up at all and one that just doesn't get hot enough to dry your clothes. In the first instance, the problem is usually a defective part, and things should be back to normal after you replace it. In the second instance, the problem is caused by restricted air flow, and you need to clear the lint filter and vents and take steps to prevent lint build-up. If you don't, you'll use more energy for drying than you need and the dryer may continue to malfunction. Worse, you may have a dryer fire.
4/26/2015 11:12:16 PM • Kenmore Sears... • Answered on Apr 26, 2015
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Dryer made a loud pop and there was burning smell and now dryer does not go on. It is an old dryer but a good one. Is it time to buy a new one?

Is always better if you have a service tech come in and give you his honest opinion, there are several things that need to be seen.
12/23/2015 3:18:52 AM • Kenmore Sears... • Answered on Dec 23, 2015
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Kenmore dryer drum turns, but turns very hard. push switch, but doesnt stay running, but when hold switch, it kicks the breaker

you have to check to see if something is stuck in the blower wheel,a bad roller or belt pulley or a bad motor.your lint filter is on top so pull out the dryer,unplug it,remove the vent line and remove the back panel.pull out the lint filter and remove the two phillips screws in front of the filter hole,go in the back and take out the four screws that hold the metal duct on.now you can see the blower wheel.see if anything is in it stopping the motor from spinning,the wheel is connected to the motor,if something is in the blower it will stop the motor from spinning.clean out the duct with a vaccum and vac out the back of the dryer,if you have a shop vac set it on blow and blow off the wheel and through where the air blows into the vent line,and blow out the heater duct.you should take this apart and clean it out at least once every 1 to 1 and a half years.put the back to gether and pull the front apart.don't put the two screws back into the top panel yet because you have to pop up the top panel with a screw driver,stick the driver in between the front and top panels around two inches front the corner and pop up the top panel,one side at a time,then you'll see a 5/16 inch screw one on each side around three inches down from the top front panel,remove them,now with a small blade screw driver,stick it in between the wire connecter to get it apart that goes to the door switch,you have to stick it in one side then stick it in the other side and pull,you might have to do it a few times till it comes apart,then pull up on the front panel one side at a time and remove the front panel,now you have to get the belt off of the pulley,stick your head into the drum and reach in under the drum on the right side and grab the pulley,lift it up and to the right with your left hand and with your right hand remove the belt off of the motor pulley,then slide the drum and belt out of the frame.check the rollers and pulley,you can get a piece of wire and strip the ends back,stick each end into the outside wires on the door switch,plug the dryer back in and start it to see if the problem is with the motor,let it run for a few seconds,if it sounds good get a belt kit,it comes with the belt,rollers and new pulley,install the kit and you'll be fine.watch this video,it should help you out.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SIN4yQQTv54if you have any other questions let me know,here's abetter video and it shows you how to replace the motor if that's your problem and it shows how to take your dryer apart better than the first video,watch both they should help you alot.good luck and let me know how you make out.http://www.youtube.com/user/RepairClinic?v=wuP7o10SOG8&feature=pyv&ad=5621605061&kw=dryer%20motor
11/11/2012 7:30:54 PM • Kenmore Sears... • Answered on Nov 11, 2012
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Kenmore dryer runs but isn't heating

Hi RD EdenHere are a few things to check:ALWAYS UNPLUG YOUR DRYER BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO DO ANY WORK ON IT. Check to make sure you are getting full 220 Volt power to the dryer, if you are then:Check your WiringOften the main wiring connection from the house, at the dryer, burns and the connection breaks. If this has happened to your dryer, you need to replace the power cord and the terminal block inside the dryer to which the wire is attached.Check the Door SwitchIf the door switch or the door-switch actuator is defective, the dryer won't work and you need to replace the failed component. The switch is inside the dryer main housing near the door frame. Sometimes you need to raise or open the top or front of the dryer to reach the switch. Check for continuity you should have none with door open, and should have a reading when closed. If not replace the door switch.Check to make sure you heating problem is not a lint build up in the discharge hose or inside of the dryer venting system,as this condition can cause heater/thermistor problems such as overheating of the heating coil leading to failure of the coil and burnout of the thermostat/thermistor due to overheat. Remove the back/or front just under the door of the machine and try to locate the air duct going from the blower to the drum. Normally inside/outside the air duct you will find the heating coil and the thermostats/thermistors. Once you have located the heating coil, remove the two wires from it and check the coil with an ohm meter across the two terminals of the coil.You should read continuity across the terminals, if you do not read continuity you will need to replace the coil as it is faulty. If the heating coil is ok, then: You can check the thermostat/thermistor/thermal fuse one at a time by removing the two wires and taping them together with electrical tape.Try to run the dryer, if it runs and heats up then replace the thermal fuse/thermistor/thermostat.If you have an ohm meter then you can test the thermostat/thermistor/thermal fuse,then you do not have to tape the wires together as described above.But do not trust the ohm meter all the time, because sometimes it will give a false positive that the fuse is ok when in reality it is faulty.DO THE FOLLOWING TEST:To test your thermostat/thermistor/thermal fuse remove the wires from the thermostat/thermistor/thermal fuse and check the fuse/thermostat,thermistor for continuity, if you DO NOT have continuity then replace the thermostat/thermistor/thermal fuse.DO NOT LEAVE THE WIRES TAPED TOGETHER AFTER THE TEST AS THIS COULD CAUSE A FIRE BECAUSE YOU HAVE REMOVED THE SAFETY.This test of the thermal fuses,thermistor,thermostat, will show if the thermal fuse,thermostat,thermister is really faulty or not.Check your blower wheel to make sure it is secure to the shaft and not plugged with lint,socks,etc. If you have to replace your blower wheel it will remove clockwise as looking at the blower wheel. You will have to hold the belt end of the motor with a vise grip pliers or maybe the shaft of the motor has a notch cut on it for a wrench to fit.If the thermal fuse overheats the dryer will not operate. It's located on the blower housing. It cannot be reset. You can test it with an Ohm meter or continuity checker, remove both wires from the thermal fuse and put the test probes to each of the ends of the thermal fuse, if no continuity then replace the thermal fuse.If you do not have a volt/ohm meter then:DO THE FOLLOWING: Remove the wires and tape them together and try to start the dryer.If the dryer starts then replace the fuse.A vent clogged with lint can cause it to overheat. Right after replacing a dryer element, always run the dryer on air fluff/no heat, and go outside to verify there's plenty of air coming out your vent system.If the vent's clogged, that new element can burn out very quickly. For video and pictures on how to replace a generic element go to the following website: davesrepair.com/DIYhelp/DIYreplacingWPLdryels.htmPlease take time to rate meBud
10/11/2012 9:21:00 PM • Kenmore Sears... • Answered on Oct 11, 2012
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Kenmore dryer, 417.93042202, just replaced gas coil set, but now we only get high heat, regardless of the heat setting.

Those coils serve to supply the gas to the burner and do not have anything to do with the temp. That is the job of the control thermostat. It mounts on the blower housing. Older models have a bi-metal klixon type control. Typically having 4 wires. 2 small wires which heat up the klixon so that it will shut down faster for knits and perma. 2 bigger wires which go to the gas assembly. Newr models have a thermistor. I would be a replacing the control stat stat. LOL If you need further help, reach me via phone at https://www.6ya.com/expert/dan_73bbd84fe1d95b61
9/18/2012 3:19:06 PM • Kenmore Sears... • Answered on Sep 18, 2012
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Remote not working at install Casa Turbina DC 60

Do you have a phone with a front facing selfie camera? Face the front of the remote at the camera and press a button. You should see a flash. If you don't, the batteries need changing or the remote has failed. ..
4/21/2024 12:53:31 AM • Dryers • Answered on Apr 21, 2024
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Holmes HSF1610A 16" floor-standing fan. Replacement part for my fan?

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4/20/2024 12:29:02 AM • Dryers • Answered on Apr 20, 2024
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How can I find my necklace in my dryer?

First check the lent catching screen and then the vent and hose and the ground below the vent exit. Completely clean those out. If you don't find the necklace in that process, turn the dryer on to see if it will eject the necklace into the vent hose. If it is trapped behind the drum, you should be able to hear it rattling around. However, dismantling the dryer can be dangerous so you should consider a hiring a dryer repairman to do that if it is necessary.
4/7/2024 3:27:06 AM • Dryers • Answered on Apr 07, 2024
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Oster 12 bottle wine cellar model 0W0912H6H. Not sure what temp it's at. The panel out but not cooling.

Get rid of it. The problem is likely the control board. Open this page, press CTRL+F and type 0W0912H6H and press enter. Full of issues! https://www.consumeraffairs.com/homeowners/oster_appliances.html?page=3 https://www.google.com/search?q=Oster+0W0912H6H+problems+with+display+panel ..
4/2/2024 4:41:00 AM • Dryers • Answered on Apr 02, 2024
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New defy tumble dryer dtd259 dried 1 bundle of washing and now bottom light of time remaining indicator stays on. Refuse to reset or even after unplugging for few minutes still doing it.

I've just browsed your hand book that goes with this machine, as I'm in the UK I can sumise from the booklet that this won't reset as the fluff filter has something obtrusive in it, or there is something caught in the tube venter grille, can I suggest if both those are clear you hold the cancel/reset button down for a few seconds to reset & reboot it into ready mode, sorry I can't be of more help than this ????
3/22/2024 10:23:55 AM • Dryers • Answered on Mar 22, 2024
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I cleaned the blades on my Ionic Pro Air Filter 2 times, then vacuumed the slots on the vent. It is still buzzing when I turn it on.

2xs and 2x's is 2 extra small in clothes and not the same as '2 times'. Edited out for clarity. If the fan isn't turning, either the run capacitor has failed or the fan is binding. If the fan is turning is is part of the ionization process or there is a bad connection. What the maker says Noisy functioning (audible loud buzzing sound) is a sign that your Ionic Pro® Compact ionic air purifier is overdue for a complete clean-up of the collection blades and the internal ionizing wires. The internal ionizing wires must be kept clean to ensure silent and normal operation. May 10, 2011

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Or it is just worn out! https://www.google.com/search?q=ionic+pro+air+purifier+buzzing+noise ..
3/20/2024 6:11:51 AM • Dryers • Answered on Mar 20, 2024
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I need a manual for Harbor Breeze ceiling fan model #LP8293LBN

Good luck! That's just a low-end store brand for Lowes.
3/13/2024 10:22:12 AM • Dryers • Answered on Mar 13, 2024
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Faqe7077kw0 dryer beeps 3 times won't start replaced the door switch same problem. Hold in the select button and press start and it will run until I let up on the select button

  1. Check the Power Supply:
    • Ensure that your dryer is receiving proper power. Use a multimeter to test the wall plug. You should have two poles giving 110-120 volts each and a ground. If only one side is hot and the other is not, you could have issues.
  2. Common Causes for Dryer Not Starting:
    • Let's explore some common reasons why your dryer might not start:
      • Thermal Fuse: The thermal fuse is a safety device that protects the dryer from overheating. If it's blown, the dryer won't start. Test it for continuity using a multimeter Check your exhaust vent for restrictions..
      • Start Switch: If the dryer hums but doesn't start, the start switch might be faulty. Test it for continuity with a multimeter.
      • Door Switch: The door switch activates when the dryer door is closed. Listen for a "click" when you start the dryer. If you don't hear it, test the door switch for continuity.
  3. Door Switch Solution:
    • If the door switch isn't "clicking," it might be the culprit. Try this:
      • Push the length of the switch from side to side (without removing it) to see if it clicks.
      • If it clicks, it's likely not defective.
      • Reassemble the dryer to see if it works.
Remember to safely disconnect the power before attempting any repairs. If these steps don't resolve the issue, consider seeking professional assistance or further diagnostics
3/13/2024 3:16:44 AM • Dryers • Answered on Mar 13, 2024
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Are harbor breeze light kits universal to all harbor breeze fans?

For information on Harbor Breeze light kits you will need to check the model number and consult the manual. Do you know the model name and number? If you do you can check for the manual here on Harbor Breeze Ceiling Fan Manuals I found the articles on Harbor Breeze Accessories helpful for solving remote control problems. There is also a great deal of information on Harbor Breeze helpful for solving remote control problems and many other issues involving your Harbor Breeze Ceiling Fan. Hope this all helps
3/7/2024 12:12:54 PM • Dryers • Answered on Mar 07, 2024
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Cissell dryer not lighting and showing code "af"?

Code af on the cissell commercial dryers is air flow. Check the lint trap and the tube leading outside the most effective way to do this is start the dryer let it heat up and take a hand held digital thermometer and check the tube . You will see a drop in temperature when you pass the blockage . If that's not the issue omh you temp sensor in the lint trap compartment.
3/6/2024 12:13:36 AM • Dryers • Answered on Mar 06, 2024
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Gassy smell from Electrolux electric dryer

Sounds like you have a blockage somewhere. There may be an animal or a bird's nest in there. Dryers should be fully stripped and cleaned about every 3 years. 'Dryer Fires' are a real thing and there are companies that do nothing except clean and de-lint dryers. https://www.google.com/search?q=Dryer+Fires ..
2/23/2024 8:24:00 PM • Dryers • Answered on Feb 23, 2024
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I need to find a light kit for a harbor breeze

You should be able to pick these up at Lowes if I'm not mistaken. I just bought a Harbor Breeze ceiling fan from there and saw the light kits around the same area. I also believe that, you dont necessarily have to get a Harbor Breeze light kit and that some are interchangeable.Hope this helps some.
2/20/2024 2:57:13 PM • Dryers • Answered on Feb 20, 2024
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