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Question posted by ALWAYSBLUE13 on October 4th, 2011

My Whirlpool Gas Dryer Continously Runs And Dosent Heat. The Ignitor Does Lite U

IF I SET IT FOR 10 MINUTES IT WILL CONTINUE TO RUN WITHOUT PRODUCING ANYHEAT. THE IGNITOR DOES LITE UP THOUGH.

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Answer #1: Posted by majorapplirepair on October 9th, 2011 9:20 AM
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Flame sensor is going bad or the ignitor is getting weak. the is the most likely cause. The ignitor must glow white hot not just red hot to work right.

 

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Use and Care Guide - Page 2

.... All safety messages will tell you and others are not followed. 2 We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of injury, and tell you what the potential hazard is the safety alert symbol. Always read and obey all...
Use and Care Guide - Page 3

... explosion, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death. - The dryer must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70. Follow the gas supplier's instructions. • If you use a gas detector approved by UL or CSA. WHAT TO DO IF YOU...
Use and Care Guide - Page 4

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Use and Care Guide - Page 5

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Use and Care Guide - Page 6

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Use and Care Guide - Page 7

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Use and Care Guide - Page 8

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Use and Care Guide - Page 9

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Use and Care Guide - Page 10

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