Kenmore Elite dryer not heating
Common reasons your Kenmore Elite dryer is not heating
The most common reasons your Kenmore Elite dryer is not heating are an open heating element, failed thermal cut-off fuse or a faulty thermal fuse.
32% of the time it's the
Heating Element
19% of the time it's the
Thermal Cut-off Fuse
16% of the time it's the
Thermal Fuse
33% of the time it's the
Something else
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Most common repairs needed to fix a Kenmore Elite dryer
Heating Element Replacement
An open heating element could be causing the problem when your dryer is not heating. “Open” means that the heating element is broken and current isn’t flowing through the element to produce heat. You may not see physical damage on the heating element for it to be electrically open. An interior break in the continuity of the element can prevent it from heating. When your dryer isn’t heating, have a Sears Home Services Technician visit your home and fix the dryer.
Thermal Cut-off Fuse Replacement
A failed thermal cut-off fuse will prevent your dryer from heating. This fuse is a safety device that helps keep the dryer from overheating. Overheating is often caused by a clogged exhaust vent system in the dryer. Once the thermal cut-off fuse trips, it won’t reset. You’ll need to have a Sears Home Services Technician visit your home and replace the blown thermal cut-off fuse. The technician will check for the cause of the blown fuse and correct any additional problems so the dryer will heat and run properly after replacing the fuse.
Thermal Fuse Replacement
In a gas dryer not heating, a blown thermal fuse could be causing the problem. The thermal fuse is a safety device attached to the blower housing that trips when the dryer overheats. A faulty thermal fuse may trip at a lower temperature than it is designed to trip at. When your gas dryer won’t heat, schedule a repair appointment through Sears Home Services and we’ll send an in-home technician to fix the dryer. The technician will check the thermal fuse and replace it if it’s blown.
What to expect when you experience a Kenmore Elite dryer not heating issue
How is the not heating problem fixed?
Correcting most not heating problems usually involves replacing the heating element, thermal cut-off fuse or thermal fuse. However, there are many potential causes, so a thorough diagnosis is key to fixing the problem. An accurate diagnosis is essential to understanding how much the repair will be.
Sears Home Services recommendations for a dryer that is not heating
When the dryer is not heating it can be for many reasons. To avoid replacing unneeded parts we recommend having a Sears Home Services professional perform diagnostic tests to identify the root cause of the problem. Our technicians are experienced at diagnosing all types of dryer failures.
What to look out for with a dryer not heating diagnosis
Diagnosing modern appliances without proper knowledge and training can be difficult. Without using proper diagnostic techniques, fixing your dryer problem will only be achieved through changing parts on a hunch. Appliances, especially in the last 10 years, have become extremely advanced, and many models have electronic parts that are difficult to test. DIY repairs on the latest appliance models are becoming increasingly difficult.
When you’re unable to fix a failure yourself, set up Kenmore Elite dryer repair service and we’ll send a Sears Home Services technician to fix the problem.
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Additional possible Kenmore Elite dryer symptoms you may experience
- Kenmore Elite dryer won't turn off
- Kenmore Elite dryer won't heat up
- Kenmore Elite dryer stopped working
- Kenmore Elite dryer not working
- Kenmore Elite dryer not turning on
- Kenmore Elite dryer not starting
- Kenmore Elite dryer not spinning
- Kenmore Elite dryer not drying
- Kenmore Elite dryer no power
- Kenmore Elite dryer no heat
- Kenmore Elite dryer leaking water
- Kenmore Elite dryer drum roller replacement
- Kenmore Elite dryer burning smell
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