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Question posted by julianajanette1 on January 17th, 2013

Dryer Not Heating

Hi, My dryer will run but not heat up at all.  Do you know what the most common cause of this problem is? Juliana

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Answer #1: Posted by majorapplirepair on February 2nd, 2014 10:55 AM
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Heating element or the safety fuse and safety thermostat.

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Installation Instructions - Page 1

... Requirements 4 Venting Requirements 5 Plan Vent System 6 Install Vent System 7 Install Leveling Legs 7 Level Dryer 8 Make Gas Connection 8 Connect Vent 8 Reverse Door Swing (Optional 8 Complete Installation 9 SEGURIDAD DE... el cierre de la puerta (opcional) ..... 18 Complete la instalación 19 DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of injury, and tell you and others are ...
Installation Instructions - Page 2

... were included. s Metal exhaust system hardware. 2 WARNING: For your safety, the information in this or any other appliance. - gas s Caulking gun and compound (for adjusting dryer feet) s Level s ¼" nut driver or socket wrench s Knife s Safety glasses s Vent clamps s Pipe-joint compound resistant to light any appliance. • Do not touch...
Installation Instructions - Page 3

...cm) 29" (73.66 cm) C *27 ¾" (70.5 cm) 29" (73.66 cm) D A. Place dryer at temperatures below 45ºF (7ºC). Small Opening Side-Swing Door B. Wide Opening Hamper Door *Most installations require a minimum ...following are for the exhaust vent with automatic sensor cycles may not operate correctly if dryer is not level. s Additional clearances might not shut off at the end of...
Installation Instructions - Page 4

...Burner information is properly installed and grounded in the door well of your "Dryer User Instructions." 4 Recessed area B. Mobile home installations require: s Metal exhaust...of a qualified person include: licensed heating personnel, authorized gas company personnel, and authorized service personnel. Side view - Additional Installation Requirements This dryer is equipped with a cord having...
Installation Instructions - Page 5

... an elbow and a ³⁄₈" flare x ³⁄₈" NPT adapter fitting between dryer pipe and ³⁄₈" approved tubing. s Lengths over 20 ft (6.1 m) should be made... flare x ³⁄₈" NPT adapter fitting between the stainless steel gas connector and the dryer gas pipe, as needed to follow these instructions can result in the absence of L.P. Do not...
Installation Instructions - Page 6

... be connected or secured with rigid metal or flexible metal vent Improper venting can cause moisture and lint to collect indoors, which extend into the interior of the exhaust...section of the dryer. Do not use plastic or metal foil vent. A B A. Wall D. Rigid metal or flexible metal vent G. Terminate the exhaust vent outside. 6 Housecleaning problems and health problems. Use a ...
Installation Instructions - Page 7

...." Firmly grasp the body of vent (rigid metal or flexible metal). Once connection is made and dryer is acceptable. 4" (10.2 cm) 2½" (6.4 cm) See the exhaust vent length chart ...under each of the dryer. Use clamps to exhaust hood with 4" (10.2 cm) clamp. 4. Determine Vent Length 1. Run vent to connect the exhaust vent. 6. Leave enough room to dryer location. The following )...
Installation Instructions - Page 8

....2 cm) clamp, connect vent to the floor. 3. Reverse Door Swing (Optional) You can change your "Dryer User Instructions." Reversible Large Side-Swing Door A B D C 1. Remove bottom screws from the gas pipe...final position. Open valve 4. Connect Vent 1. Place towel (A) on right side of the dryer. Open dryer door. Loosen (do not remove) top screws from cabinet. 4. Use a small, flat-...
Installation Instructions - Page 9

.... 4. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. When the dryer has been running for 20 minutes and start , check the following: s Dryer is open it from inner door. Tighten screws halfway. Remove bottom...If needed, slide door catch left side of dryer. Dispose of hinge slot. s Electrical supply is open the dryer door and feel heat, turn the dryer off screws. Do not pull on left ...

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