Kitchen Gas Appliances - Dryer Heating Problems
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jim27
05-11-03, 08:33 PM
My Kenmore gas dryer takes about three 70 min. cycles to dry the clothes. I have cleaned out the vent and replaced both thermostats. The flame cycles on and off but the dryer doesn't seem to get very hot. What can I check next?
Sharp Advice
05-11-03, 09:05 PM
Hello Jim27. Welcome to my Gas Appliances forum and our Do-It-Yourself Web Site.
Since you have already insured the venting system is clean and in good working order and the vent hoods flapper is opening fully, I assume, the next possible problem causes are listed above.
Now that it is established the venting system is not the problem, the next most likely parts are those on top of the gas valve. They are the solenoids.
When one of them gets heated too much from normal usage, the coils of wire within them expand and break the internal electrical connection. Solenoid replacement is the only correctional option.
Replacing the solenoids, which are sold in pairs only, should resolve the problem. Be sure to unplug the dryer first and turn off the gas supply to it before attempting any repairs.
Remove the entire gas valve assembly. Then remove both solenoids off the gas valve body by removing the hold down cover plate. Replace both solenoids and reassemble the parts as you originally found them
Or take the entire gas valve unit to your local appliance parts store and have the entire assembly and all the parts tested individually and as an assembly.
Another possibility could be a defective gas valve. Remove entire gas valve unit as an assembly. Take the entire assembly to your local appliance parts store for testing. Gas valves are not repairable. Replacement is the only option, if the gas valve is found to be defective.
Flame Sensor is yet another possibility:
This part is located on the burner housing. If it's defective, it may cause the problem your discribing. You can test this part with a continuity tester or an ohm meter.
A weak glow coil may also be all or part of the problem. Replacing it may resolve the problem but not positively.
For additional information, repair instructions etc. read the other questions within this forum pertaining to dryer topics. The questions already asked describe like or similarly related problem descriptions as your question.
These prior postings and any or all the replies offered within them contain all the required information needed pertaining to the many possible problems with the dryers unit like your describing.
Retail appliance parts dealers can also help determine what the possible problem may be. Bring the make, model & serial numbers.
Appliance parts dealers are an excellent source for additional problem solving information and original replacement parts. Parts dealers are listed in the phone book.
If you need further assistance, use the REPLY button once again to add any additional information or ask additional questions after attempting the correctional method or methods offered.
Regards & Good Luck, Forum Host & Multiple Topic Moderator.
TCB4U2B2B Company Enterprises. Energy Conservation Consultant & Gas Appliance Diagnostics Technician.
Since you have already insured the venting system is clean and in good working order and the vent hoods flapper is opening fully, I assume, the next possible problem causes are listed above.
Now that it is established the venting system is not the problem, the next most likely parts are those on top of the gas valve. They are the solenoids.
When one of them gets heated too much from normal usage, the coils of wire within them expand and break the internal electrical connection. Solenoid replacement is the only correctional option.
Replacing the solenoids, which are sold in pairs only, should resolve the problem. Be sure to unplug the dryer first and turn off the gas supply to it before attempting any repairs.
Remove the entire gas valve assembly. Then remove both solenoids off the gas valve body by removing the hold down cover plate. Replace both solenoids and reassemble the parts as you originally found them
Or take the entire gas valve unit to your local appliance parts store and have the entire assembly and all the parts tested individually and as an assembly.
Another possibility could be a defective gas valve. Remove entire gas valve unit as an assembly. Take the entire assembly to your local appliance parts store for testing. Gas valves are not repairable. Replacement is the only option, if the gas valve is found to be defective.
Flame Sensor is yet another possibility:
This part is located on the burner housing. If it's defective, it may cause the problem your discribing. You can test this part with a continuity tester or an ohm meter.
A weak glow coil may also be all or part of the problem. Replacing it may resolve the problem but not positively.
For additional information, repair instructions etc. read the other questions within this forum pertaining to dryer topics. The questions already asked describe like or similarly related problem descriptions as your question.
These prior postings and any or all the replies offered within them contain all the required information needed pertaining to the many possible problems with the dryers unit like your describing.
Retail appliance parts dealers can also help determine what the possible problem may be. Bring the make, model & serial numbers.
Appliance parts dealers are an excellent source for additional problem solving information and original replacement parts. Parts dealers are listed in the phone book.
If you need further assistance, use the REPLY button once again to add any additional information or ask additional questions after attempting the correctional method or methods offered.
Regards & Good Luck, Forum Host & Multiple Topic Moderator.
TCB4U2B2B Company Enterprises. Energy Conservation Consultant & Gas Appliance Diagnostics Technician.
jim27
05-17-03, 04:52 PM
Thanks Tom,
The info was helpful but in the end it turned out to be a dirty exhaust duct. I had cleaned out the duct with a snake but there was still lint built up enough to keep it from drying fast . The main problem is that my laundry room is in the middle of the house. This makes the duct about 30 feet long which I have learned is a no no. My solution was to run a new duct . It is about ten feet long and exhausts into the garage with a water trap that I made from a plastic kitty litter bucket. It works great and now my clothes dry quickly as they should. Thanks again for your advice.
The info was helpful but in the end it turned out to be a dirty exhaust duct. I had cleaned out the duct with a snake but there was still lint built up enough to keep it from drying fast . The main problem is that my laundry room is in the middle of the house. This makes the duct about 30 feet long which I have learned is a no no. My solution was to run a new duct . It is about ten feet long and exhausts into the garage with a water trap that I made from a plastic kitty litter bucket. It works great and now my clothes dry quickly as they should. Thanks again for your advice.
jeff1
05-18-03, 09:57 PM
**My solution was to run a new duct . It is about ten feet long and exhausts into the garage with a water trap that I made from a plastic kitty litter bucket. It works great and now my clothes dry quickly as they should**
Gas dryers are really suppose to vent outdoors and not inside at all!! :(
Sorry!!
jeff.
Gas dryers are really suppose to vent outdoors and not inside at all!! :(
Sorry!!
jeff.
Sharp Advice
05-19-03, 07:41 AM
Hello: jim27
As long as you located, corrected the problem are are satified with the modified setup, all should be fine.
The problem with venting a dryer in doors anywhere, even into a garages inclosed area, is the moisture and non captured lint the drying process produces.
If the cureent set up does not meet with your satisfaction, extend that vent to an outside wall. Doing so would resolve all the problems your most likely going to encounter.
As long as you located, corrected the problem are are satified with the modified setup, all should be fine.
The problem with venting a dryer in doors anywhere, even into a garages inclosed area, is the moisture and non captured lint the drying process produces.
If the cureent set up does not meet with your satisfaction, extend that vent to an outside wall. Doing so would resolve all the problems your most likely going to encounter.