Kitchen Large Electric Appliances - Dryer Heating Problem
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Hammerhead
04-07-04, 05:13 AM
So I have a feeling my heating element is going out, sometimes it takes several tries to dry completely, sometimes it does great.
Where should I start? Is there some place to get a diagram of the insides so I can locate the element before I start tearing it apart?
Thanks
Where should I start? Is there some place to get a diagram of the insides so I can locate the element before I start tearing it apart?
Thanks
Sharp Advice
04-07-04, 08:20 AM
Hello: Hammerhead
Try reading the electric dryer forum topic note in this forum. Should have the cause and solution already addressed.
Also be sure the washer is spinning correctly thus removing excess water from heavy materials like towels. Improper washer water removal will leave excess water in the heavy material fabrics. Which in turn places a higher burdon on the dryer.
Also possible the heating element(s) are weak glowing. Thus not providing enough heating for heavy loads or large loads.
May also be the vent hoods internal baffle door. May not be opertional at all times or not opening fully. Check it for proper operation, etc.
Additional Help and Suggestions:
Read the manufacturers online web site for problem possibilities, solving methods, disassembly, reassembly methods, repair procedures, pictorials, downloadable repair manuals, etc which may be available online.
Search the manufacturers web site for a downloadable version of the owners or service manual. The file will be a pdf file opened with Adobe, which also needs to be downloaded first but worth having once obtained.
Retail appliance parts dealers can also help determine what the possible problem may be. Bring the make, model and serial numbers. Appliance part stores and dealers are listed in the phone book.
Check back on your question several more times. Other members posting replies in this forum topic may offer you additional advice, ideas, suggestions, test and or repair methods.
Use the reply button to add additional information or questions. Using this method moves the topic back up to the top of the list automatically.
Regards & Good Luck.
Sharp Advice. TCB4U2B2B Business Management Services. Web Site Host, Forums Monitor & Multiple Topics Moderator. Energy Conservation Consultant & Natural Gas Appliance Diagnostics Technician.
Personal Reminder:
Buckle Up & Drive Safely.
"The Life You Save, May Be Your Own."
DRYER SERVICE TIP:
It's always adviseable to clean the entire exhaust venting system every 2 years. Or during any dryer maintenance, connection and or repairs.
Try reading the electric dryer forum topic note in this forum. Should have the cause and solution already addressed.
Also be sure the washer is spinning correctly thus removing excess water from heavy materials like towels. Improper washer water removal will leave excess water in the heavy material fabrics. Which in turn places a higher burdon on the dryer.
Also possible the heating element(s) are weak glowing. Thus not providing enough heating for heavy loads or large loads.
May also be the vent hoods internal baffle door. May not be opertional at all times or not opening fully. Check it for proper operation, etc.
Additional Help and Suggestions:
Read the manufacturers online web site for problem possibilities, solving methods, disassembly, reassembly methods, repair procedures, pictorials, downloadable repair manuals, etc which may be available online.
Search the manufacturers web site for a downloadable version of the owners or service manual. The file will be a pdf file opened with Adobe, which also needs to be downloaded first but worth having once obtained.
Retail appliance parts dealers can also help determine what the possible problem may be. Bring the make, model and serial numbers. Appliance part stores and dealers are listed in the phone book.
Check back on your question several more times. Other members posting replies in this forum topic may offer you additional advice, ideas, suggestions, test and or repair methods.
Use the reply button to add additional information or questions. Using this method moves the topic back up to the top of the list automatically.
Regards & Good Luck.
Sharp Advice. TCB4U2B2B Business Management Services. Web Site Host, Forums Monitor & Multiple Topics Moderator. Energy Conservation Consultant & Natural Gas Appliance Diagnostics Technician.
Personal Reminder:
Buckle Up & Drive Safely.
"The Life You Save, May Be Your Own."
DRYER SERVICE TIP:
It's always adviseable to clean the entire exhaust venting system every 2 years. Or during any dryer maintenance, connection and or repairs.