Sensor and computer have been replaced on cabrio dryer yet check vent light still comes on

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have a problem with my cabrio dryer its powered on but when i push start the sense like comes on and does nother whats the problem

SOURCE: Whirlpool Cabrio dryer won't start - the "sensing" light is on

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I'm trying to replace the motor from my Whirlpool Cabrio (WED6400SW1) dryer. The motor is impossible to remove from the blower. I can't break the motor away without stripping the plastic blower nut that connects to the two. What do you recommend I do at this point. I'm thinking that I should try to seperate the two by cutting the plastic connection and order a new blower fan.

SOURCE: Whirlpool Cabrio model WED6200SW1 clothes dryer

There are two thermistors (thermal sensors) in this dryer; one is the outlet thermistor located on the blower housing and the other is the inlet thermistor located on the heating element housing as an integral part of the high-limit thermostat.



These thermistors are negative coefficient type and monitors the dryer temperature on their locations according to their resistance which varies inversely with the temperature. The resistance drops as the temperature rises and rises as temperature drops.

One or both of the thermistors has an open connection or high resistance which makes the electronic control board thinks that the dryer temperature is low no matter how high it is. The electronic control board then doesn't cycle the heater relay and continue to turn on the heating element. The dryer temperature continues to rise and this blows the thermal fuse.

Make sure the thermistors are connected snugly. Remember that loose or open connection means high (infinite) resistance which makes the electronic control thinks of low dryer temperature. Measure the resistance of each thermistor then refer to the tables below. Replace the thermistor if the resistance reading doesn't comply with the table.



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SOURCE: My Whirlpool front load cabrio

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AF means air flow and this error indicates that dryer air flow is restricted. Run the dryer for 5-10 minutes. Hold your hand under the outside exhaust hood to check air movement. If the air movement is less than a hair dryer on high speed, clean the lint from the entire length of the system and exhaust hood, also check the outside exhaust duct. If the problem is still there after doing all this then recommended repair will be to use warranty as opening this unit voids warranty. Please get back to me if you have any other questions.

Kevin