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My whirlpoor dryer is not drying the clothes. i have to dry it 3 or times to get it dried out. please tell me solution for that problem.thank you.

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First check for lint build up. You need to check the lint filter, inside the dryer, inside the dryer vent duct and the vent itself. Make sure that the flapper is able to move freely and not clogging the vent itself. Check that the tubing is not kinked if you have flexible ducting connecting the dryer to the vent.

Next what is the temperature of the room that the dryer is in? Most dryers work best when above 50 degrees F.

Next thing: clean the two metal bars if your dryer has a humidity sensor to determine clothing dryness. The fabric softener sheets can cause a residue on these sensors that block the reading.

Next: is the dryer getting warm/hot to the touch during the cycle? If not, then the thermostat or the dryer heating element may have failed. (Is this a gas or electric dryer?) Please provide a model number for your dryer if you need a parts list and other troubleshooting assistance.

I hope this helps.

Cindy Wells
(blocked vents are the most common source of dryer malfunctions, in my experience. It's also the simplest issue to check even though checking the entire path means moving the dryer.)

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