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    Sandyb Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Dec 22, 2006, 10:53 AM
    Clothes dryer
    My kenmore dryer isn't getting hot to dry clothes
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    Dec 22, 2006, 12:54 PM
    Usually if the drier isn't getting hot but it turns and is running then it means that the heating element has opened up. They're not difficult to change but if you don't know anything about electricity then get an electrician to help. The heating unit is typically a metal housing about 2' long and has the heating coil inside of it. They do burn out but they're not too expensive.
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    Dec 22, 2006, 08:39 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by Sandyb
    my kenmore dryer isnt getting hot to dry clothes
    Check vent hose for restriction. Remove the hose and see if dryer heats up without it. If not, then check thermal fuse or thermostat.
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    Feb 26, 2011, 08:02 AM
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    Hi,
    This is helpful for my situation, thank you. I have a Gas dryer, it is a Maytag from 1992, do you have an idea where the thermostat would be and how to check it? I think I know where the thermal fuse is and how to check it.
    Thanks for your help
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