I have a Whirlpool gas dryer Model #LGR8858EQ2. The dryer works intermittently. The dryer will start, but after a while it will completely stop. the timer will continue to run. After several minutes, the dryer will attempt to start, you can hear the igniter go on, but nothing happens. After several more minutes, it will start and the process begins all over again. It takes 2-3 cycles to dry a load of clothes. I took the dryer apart and cleaned and vacumed the lint chute and blower area and also ran a brush through the vent line. A good anount of lint did come out of the vent, but it now looks clear. Any suggestions?

Ron Marek

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SOURCE: Whirlpool GEW9200LQ0 Gas Dryer

Andeb, 90% of the time long dry times are caused by blocked vents. If you are sure that this is not the case there are a couple of things to check. First check the sensor; press the more time button and less time button 4 times until 88 shows in the display.(more time,less time, more time, less time). Open the door and you will hear a beep and a see a code. On the inside just below the vent screen is the moisture sensor. Moisten your finger and lay it across the sensor strips covering both. If you hear a beep, the sensor is good. Sometimes they build up with fabric softner and need to be sanded lightly. Another issue might be the burner coils. Remove the bottom panel and check to see that the burner is igniting and remaining lit. Sometimes these coils become week and will not sustain the flame. I will attach a diagram, look at number 13 and 14 on the picture. These are the coils. Catriver..post back.

Posted on Sep 18, 2006

SOURCE: Dryer stopping in middle of cycle but timer continues to run.

oK " It's your timer, it has to be replaced

it's not going threw all it cycles, will start but will not finish

not a big job, unscrew plate on back at the top you will see
timer , take it out and replace it

( can not stress enough that you have to unplug the electrical cord from the wall socket before working on a dryer or any appliance )

Posted on Jan 24, 2008

SOURCE: I Have a Whirlpool LGR6620PQ0

Warning! To avoid personal injury or even death, always disconnect your appliance from its power source--that is, unplug it or break the connection at the circuit breaker or fuse box--before you do any troubleshooting or repair work on your appliance. Also, because some components may have sharp edges, use caution while working on your appliance.
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You may have faulty gas valve solenoids, especially since you've already replaced the other ignition components. Below is an image, (I hope), of the solenoids which can be found and ordered from the link above. A more rare cause can be a lint filter obstruction, i.e. the screen can be coated with an invisible film from using fabric softener sheets. Try running water over the filter screen, horizontally, and if water does not strain through, then replace the filter and stop using fabric sheets.



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Posted on Jul 04, 2008

SOURCE: elec. Whirlpool dryer shuts off before clothes are dry, unplug to

I doubt it is your motor that is causing the problem. It's always nice when someone says that it is the most expensive part to fix and that is the only solution. It's an electric dryer and there are tons of things that could be causing the issue for you. It sounds like the problem is probably the thermostat. What this does is shuts off the dryer if the heat is getting to high in the dryer. It is a safety feature to prevent it from catching on fire. It is a easy and cheap fix. The thermostat is located usually somewhere near the heating element housing and only costs around 20 dollars at any appliance repair shop. There is a wire diagram located behind the backing of your control panel. Just remove the few screws and take off the housing. It will help you locate the thermostat. If the motor was the problem your dryer wouldn't shut off the way it is. The thermostat is just shutting it down for safety and that is why you need to keep unplugging it to reset it. Change it out and it should work just fine for you. If you have any other questions let me know and good luck to you.

Posted on Jan 22, 2009

SOURCE: Kenmore Gas dryer (110.76742500) will not dry properly.

if the vent is clear then the problem is in the gas valve. Youneed to replace the coil set part number 279834.

Posted on Apr 07, 2009