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Question posted by sun4292 on September 6th, 2011

Dryer With No Heat

There is no heat in my fairly new dryer. What part do you think we need? My husband usually fixes our appliances.

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Answer #1: Posted by majorapplirepair on October 11th, 2011 3:24 PM
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May be a clog in the vent. May be bad high limit switch or bad heating element. check the vent first and make sure its clean and clear and allows good airflow.

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Ventilation Specification - Page 1

... You can be obtained from your appliance. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING." Post the following warning in the vicinity of this manual and on your local gas supplier. ® DRYER VENTING SPECIFICATIONS Table of Contents DRYER VENTING SPECIFICATIONS 1 DRYER SAFETY...1 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ...4 Venting Requirements...
Ventilation Specification - Page 3

...or injury to persons when using the dryer. ■ Do not place items exposed to play on or in the dryer. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: The gas installation must be exposed to the weather.... ■ Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or similarly textured rubber-like materials. ■ Clean lint screen before using the dryer, follow basic precautions, including the...
Ventilation Specification - Page 4

... for use in the central duct system. 4 Lint Even though the dryer is removed from laundry area. 3. Central Exhaust System Requirements The following codes should be reviewed... dryer will keep lint from the garments in the dryer, heat is in this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. International Fuel Gas Code: In the 2003 version, section 614. 3. Gas Clothes Dryers. 5. The dryer ...
Ventilation Specification - Page 5

...9632; Confirm that have only one dryer unit attached to dissipate heat. Connecting a number of dryers to a single vent system is common in coin-laundry stores and in the dryer is extremely low, an "AF" ...elbows required for the venting system. Dryer Closet Installations Closets used . (The total vent system length includes all Whirlpool gas dryer models are some requirements for the ...
Owners Manual - Page 4

...; Immediately call the fire department. - do if you smell gas" instructions. 4 Gas suppliers recommend that you cannot reach your gas supplier, call your gas supplier. WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS: • Do not try to light any appliance. • Do not touch any other appliance. - WARNING: Gas leaks cannot always be detected by UL or CSA...
Owners Manual - Page 5

... in death, explosion, or fire. Failure to use your dryer following installation instructions apply: ■ Installations and repairs must be performed by a qualified or licensed contractor, plumber, or gasfitter qualified or licensed by using a ball valve, it shall be a T-handle type. ■ A flexible gas connector, when used, must be dried on a clothesline...
Owners Manual - Page 8

...door is sprayed into the dryer drum after several minutes of tumbling with wrinkle-free finish may yield better results than those without heat such as rubber, plastic, and heat-sensitive fabrics. Time* (Minutes...completely. Turn off at any time by pressing the DRY TIME up to complete drying, if needed . If selected for the Enhanced Touch Up Cycle. Steam Cycles In these cycles, a ...
Owners Manual - Page 10

...while the screen is located in the door opening of the dryer. DRYER CARE Cleaning the Dryer Location Keep dryer area clear and free from items that contain unstable dyes, such...lint is completely dry. Doing so can build up . See "Venting Requirements." As needed cleaning Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can cause overheating and damage to both sides of combustion and...
Owners Manual - Page 12

... front to back and side to side? default time), which can result in the Installation Instructions for details. ■ Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and restart the dryer. Failure to the wall is free of lint and debris. ■ Confirm the exterior vent exhaust hood is present. Clean out pockets before each...
Owners Manual - Page 13

... inlet valve. Use 4" (102 mm) diameter vent material. ■ Is the dryer located in clothing (usually blue jeans). Level the dryer. Clean lint screen. Stains on load ■ Is the lint screen clogged? Do not use fabric softener sheets with water and heat. Loads are still wrinkled following Steam Cycle? Select Enhanced Touch Up...
Installation Instructions - Page 3

... department. - The dryer must be performed by smell. WARNING: For your gas supplier, call your gas supplier. do if you cannot reach your safety, the information in this or any electrical switch; Follow the gas supplier's instructions. • If you smell gas" instructions. 3 If a gas leak is detected, follow the "What to light any appliance. • Do...
Installation Instructions - Page 4

... flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3 feet. Leveling legs (4) B. NOTE: Do not use leveling legs supplied with dryer if ...new exhaust vent) ■ Tin snips (new vent installations) ■ ¼" nut driver (recommended) ■ Tape measure ■ Pliers A B A. Parts needed Check local codes. Long inlet hose E. NOTE: Do not use leveling legs supplied with dryer...
Installation Instructions - Page 5

... mm) 27" (686 mm) 51 1/2" (1308 mm) NOTE: Most installations require a minimum 5" (127 mm) clearance behind the dryer for the exhaust vent with a maximum slope of a companion appliance should also be installed in garages, closets, mobile homes, or sleeping quarters. See "Venting Requirements." ■ A separate 15 or 20-amp circuit needed for gas dryers and 30...
Installation Instructions - Page 6

...1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) D 27" (686 mm) 27" (686 mm) E* 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) *Required spacing NOTE: Some models are not recommended for spacing of the door are acceptable. ■ Companion appliance spacing should be considered. See "Venting Requirements." Closet installation - Dryer only (460 mm) C A* B Side View Steam (Electric or Gas) A* 1" (25 mm) B 7 5/8" (194 mm...
Installation Instructions - Page 7

... the top of the cabinet are required. Additional installation requirements This dryer is allowed. 24 in.2 * (155 cm2) 3"* (76 mm) 6"* (152 mm) 1"* (25 mm) 76" (1930 mm) A* 1" 27" 1" (25 mm) (686 mm) (25 mm) Steam (Electric or Gas) Non-Steam (Electric or Gas) A* 5 ½" (140 mm) 5" (127 mm) *Required spacing NOTE: Some models are...
Installation Instructions - Page 9

... copper tubing. ■ Lengths over 20 ft (6.1 m) should be used . If connected to convert the appliance from the gas supply piping system during pressure testing at pressures greater than 20 ft (6.1 m), use with a different gas without consulting your dryer has been converted to use TEFLON®† tape. ■ Must include a shutoff valve: In...
Installation Instructions - Page 10

...- Shown is also recommended that a separate circuit serving only this dryer be sure there are in doubt as to the gas pipe. Closed valve B. Test all connections by a qualified electrician.... any leak found. Non-flared male fitting NOTE: For LP gas connections, you are no kinks. Dryer gas pipe ■ The gas pipe that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all ...
Installation Instructions - Page 13

...needed for best drying performance ■ Use the following vent system chart to determine type of the dryer...35 ft (10.7 m) 29 ft (8.8 m) 4 Rigid metal 27 ft (8.2 m) 21 ft (6.4 m) Install Vent System 1. NOTE...new inlet hoses. CONNECT INLET HOSE (STEAM MODELS) The dryer must fit over the dryer exhaust outlet and inside the dryer. Screw on the cardboard. Use caulking compound to dryer...
Installation Instructions - Page 14

... Dry heated cycle, and start of lime scale may lead to brass male end of the dryer. This dryer automatically ...that gas supply is level. If there is closed. Check the dryer's final location. See "Level Dryer." 6. Read "Dryer Use." Gas Models ... live in the dryer. COMPLETE INSTALLATION 1. Check for certain part replacement or repair. Attach "Y" connector to the need for leaks around...
Dimension Guide - Page 1

...) 1"* 27" 1"* (25 mm) (686 mm) (25 mm) Most installations require a minimum 5" (127 mm) clearance behind the dryer for the exhaust vent with product. An individual manual shutoff valve must be connected to change materials and specifications without notice. Do not overtighten. gas. Specifications subject to the cold water faucet using new inlet hoses. Dryer can...

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