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Question posted by billmeadow on November 18th, 2011

My Fex831fs0 Dryer Doesn't Get Hot As It Turns.

REcently had problem with dryer lint exhaust comoing off and had to clean up inside the dryer. Belt had begun to slip. Heater was working when I put the exhaust back together but stopped heating a couple of days later. Drum still turns fine.

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Answer #1: Posted by OnlineOutreachSpecialist on November 21st, 2011 12:55 PM

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To be honest sounds like something is not connected currently after you troubleshooted the last time. Or your heater element has completely gone out on you. You are looking at a service tech coming out to fix the unit, this is not a typical DIY job. The part alone will cost around $75-100.

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Installation Instructions (All Languages) - Page 2

... tape). (electric dryer). 2 Do not store or use gasoline or other appliance. Leave these instructions. All safety messages will simplify the installation and ensure the Laundry Center is the safety...Gas line shutoff valve (gas dryer). • Rigid or semi-rigid metal 4 inch • ½ NPT union flare adapters (x2) and (10.2 cm) exhaust duct work. This symbol alerts you what...

Installation Instructions (All Languages) - Page 3

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Installation Instructions (All Languages) - Page 4

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Installation Instructions (All Languages) - Page 5

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Installation Instructions (All Languages) - Page 6

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Installation Instructions (All Languages) - Page 8

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Installation Instructions (All Languages) - Page 9

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Installation Instructions (All Languages) - Page 10

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Installation Instructions (All Languages) - Page 11

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Complete Owner's Guide (English) - Page 2

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Complete Owner's Guide (English) - Page 4

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Complete Owner's Guide (English) - Page 6

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Complete Owner's Guide (English) - Page 7

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Complete Owner's Guide (English) - Page 8

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Complete Owner's Guide (English) - Page 9

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Complete Owner's Guide (English) - Page 10

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Complete Owner's Guide (English) - Page 11

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Complete Owner's Guide (English) - Page 12

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