[sanchw]

My Kenmore dryer is probably 14 years old. Beginning yesterday it quit heating. What steps do I need to take to find out why? If possible is girl terms :p

[Gem_22205]

So you can receive the best qualified answer can you provide the model # of your dryer? It should be located inside the door.

[sanchw]

Hi!
Model # 96573220
Stock 65732

Thank you!

[Gem_22205]

I thought this model looked familiar. A family member of mine will not part with it.

1. Check fusing 2, 30 amp fuses

2. If need be a tester is cheap but get one that will measure 220 vac.

3. If it is not the fuse, pull of back panel and look for burnt wires. Remember to ALWAYS unplug the appliance first.

[sanchw]

Yes, this is the first time in 14 years I have had any problems. I'm not ready to give up on it!
Thanks for your help. I will start looking into a tester and see what I come up with.

[Gem_22205]

My cousins problem was the thermal cut-off which wasn't too hard to repair. Hopefully your repairs will be minor.

[sanchw]

I hope so too! :cool:

[Gem_22205]

Have you checked to see if your home circuit breaker is tripped ? I should have suggested this first.

[sanchw]

No I haven't. The Dryer still runs. So I should check it first?

[Gem_22205]

If half of your home circuit breaker is tripped... the unit will run but produce no heat.
If voltage is there, you may need a multimeter to proceed.

[sanchw]

Breakers are good. What's a multimeter? Sorry...
I was going to go get a fuse tester

[Gem_22205]

Sorry, by another name, a fuse tester. The service member where you purchase it will be able to assist you with that.

[sanchw]

My brother has a tester so I'm going to go get it. One more IMPORTANT question...
Do I unplug to test?

[Gem_22205]

Absolutely ! Always unplug before doing any repairs or test.

[deevashere]

We have a lux wx500 thermostat.. and when the tempature has reach the desired level.. the fan on the furnace is still running and I just want to know why? We have a payne unit.

[eyou461]

No.