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Question posted by Dhansen57 on May 29th, 2014

My New Ken More Elite Dryer Won't Get Warm When Drying

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Answer #1: Posted by richsappliance on May 29th, 2014 9:11 PM
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It is either the thermal cut off or the element.

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Use and Care Guide - Page 2

I I IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Master Protection Agreements SAFETY MESSAGES 3 Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3-6 Kenmore
Use and Care Guide - Page 4

... an appropriate outlet that is not properly grounded. 4 I I BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the dryer. • Before use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or similarly textured rubber-like materials. • Keep area around the exhaust opening and adjacent...
Use and Care Guide - Page 5

...laundry area. Improper power circuit can cause deform, smoke and fire. Exhaust/Ducting" Gas dryers MUST be kept as short as stove, cooking oven. The dryer exhaust system must be 4 in. (10.2 cm) in this appliance, follow the Installation Instructions. Electrical... dryer at least 18 in . DO NOT use of fire, electric shock, or injury to follow this ducting will affect drying time...
Use and Care Guide - Page 7

...Door swing can be reversed to select the e e desired dry cycle. Add cycle options or adjust settings with one metal .... Power Cord Location (Gas Models) Terminal Block Access Panel (Electric Models) DOUBLE-COATED STEEL DRUM It is coated with the touch...page 20. O TIME AND STATUS DISPLAY The easy-to improve dryer stability on uneven floors. EASY-ACCESS REVERSIBLE DOOR Wide-opening, ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 8

... review this entire manual before installing and operating your dryer! A Iouvered door is recommended. • Be sure to allow for sufficient airflow. ft. 796.8027#9##/796.9027#9##: IEC 7.3 cu. Refer to the diagram to the left for minimum vent opening requirements. LOCATION REQUIREMENTS Dryer (Gas and Electric) Please refer to the rating label. 6-8 in . IMPORTANT: Read...
Use and Care Guide - Page 10

... dryer must have it is your gas supplier, 3/8-in excess of 20 ft. (6.1 m). Failure to minimize the possibility of electric ...or death. • Supply line requirements: Your laundry room must be 1/2-in fire, explosion, or death...new AGA- Failure to follow this appliance. water column for lengths in . IPS. Larger tubing should be properly grounded. Connect the dryer to the dryer...
Use and Care Guide - Page 11

... exhaust to do so can result in your laundry room's gas supply using this dryer is equipped with local codes and regulations. If your laundry room's gas supply. (_ Check all pipe connections (both internal and external) for the type of fire, electric shock, or injury to do so can result in fire, explosion, or...
Use and Care Guide - Page 12

...ft. (4.50 m), use UL (Underwriters Laboratories) listed No.-10 AWG wire (copper wire only), or as all new construction after January 1, 1996. Please contact a quali- Failure to follow basic precautions, including the following: • Any installation in dryers...circuit, fused at 30 amperes. I I ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS _A/ADM I A 4-wire connection must...
Use and Care Guide - Page 13

... for all mobile and manufactured home installations, as well as all new construction after January 1, 1996. • A UL-listed strain relief is prohibited for: (1) new branch-circuit installations, (2) mobile homes, (3) recreational vehicles, and ... s0..2.......... O Reinstall the terminal block access cover. 13 I I CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS (cont.) CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS WARNING" .
Use and Care Guide - Page 14

....5 m) 3 2-1/2" (6,35 cm) 4 30 feet (9.1 m) 22 feet (6.7 m) NOTE: Deduct 6 ft. (1.8 m) for your duct is too long. Check your old transition duct is the maximum allowable duct...before using the dryer. lation. Lint builds up in reduced drying performance, longer dry times and increased ... duct type and number of wall cap. Check your new dryer, check the items listed below ) O Select the...
Use and Care Guide - Page 15

...of exhaust duct must always point in order to maximize drying performance and reduce lint buildup and condensation in unsatisfactory dryer performance. DO NOT exceed the maximum bleloncgkthagleisst.ed in...flexible metal duct shall not exceed 8 ft.(2.4m) • In Canada, that comply with the appliance by the manufacturer's warranty. O Connect dryer exhaust to existing ductwork, • ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 16

... be level. O Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the 2 hinge screws that the dryer provides optimal drying performance, it must rest solidly on the pedestal to support the weight of the door opening . I I Make sure that the dryer does not rock from the dryer door opening . Reattach the door to make sure that all 4 leveling feet...
Use and Care Guide - Page 17

... button to start the dryer. NOTE: If all new construction after January 1, 1996. Checking Venting Vent ductwork should be warm after the dryer has been operating for all mobile and manufactured home installations, as well as all air is not purged from the gas line. O Is dryer level? ELECTRIC MODELS O Close the dryer door. O Press the Cycle...
Use and Care Guide - Page 18

... allowed in either direction until the desired cycle LED is illuminated. NOTE: If the dryer has been stopped for a complete description. 18 I I If;qlWARNING" To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to select the desired dry cycle by pressing and holding the Control Lock button for 5 seconds.. The display also...
Use and Care Guide - Page 19

...dryer will shut off and the cycle settings will be changed if desired. If the load is selected, the dryer...DRYER Press the POWER button to... the dryer immediately... the fastest and most efficient drying performance. The preset temperature, ...buttons as shown on the dryer. O CLEAN THE LINT ...in the clothes. 19 I I OPERATING THE DRYER POWER _ Extra Dry _ 60 |_o ! _ormal 140 Louo ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 20

...Sensor Dry Cycles Sensor Dry cycles utilize a sensor that SANITIZE cycle reduces 99.9% of bacteria on laundry, and none of the bacteria will be shown in your garments, not every dry ...moisture content. The dryer automatically sets the dryness level and temperature at the recommended setting for each cycle. The estimated time remaining will carry over onto the next laundry load. 20 ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 21

... overload the dryer; To clean, pull the lint screen straight up and roll any lint off the screen with the same drying cycle. See "Regular Cleaning" on other flammable substances. Always ensure the lint screen is clean before starting a new load; Lint Screen 21 I I WARNING" To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or...
Use and Care Guide - Page 22

... set up an appointment to set , the Control Lock indicator will be displayed. CYCLE STATUS INDICATOR This portion of the drying cycle is started, the estimated time will appear and all buttons are disabled. When the dryer is selected, the display will light before each load. Once the cycle is currently underway...
Use and Care Guide - Page 23

...and loads. Press the TEMR CONTROL button repeatedly to scroll through available settings. O DRY LEVEL Selects the level of the articles in 1-minute increments. Use this cycle for...available with MANUAL DRY cycles. • The dryer will decrease the cycle time. • Use a LESS DRY or DAMP DRY setting for items that are selected automatically. I I SENSOR DRY cycles are ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 25

... is clean before reinstalling and using this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. • Never use steel wool or abrasive cleansers because they can restrict the airflow through the screen reducing dryer efficiency and lengthening dry times. If the CHECK VENT indicator illuminates, the exhaust system should be checked...

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