The dryer works by tumbling the clothing and blowing air through the drum. The drum has baffles protruding into the drum to keep the clothes from bunching up. The length of time the dryer runs and the air temperature are elements of the various drying cycles. A motor turns the clothes drum and also turns a fan (called the blower). The air flow from the blower passes over a heating element. The air then passes through the drum and out the back of the dryer through ducts to the vent which is typically located outdoors. A gas dryer uses a burner assembly which is comprised of a control valve with 1 or 2 solenoids (also called coils), a gas jet, an igniter and a sensor. When the dryer is started, the igniter heats up, when the sensor detects the heat it signals the solenoid on the control valve to open and release the gas which is then lit by the glowing hot igniter. The igniter turns off but the gas jet remains open. The burning jet of gas keeps the sensor warm which keeps the gas valve open until the thermostat signals the control valve to stop the flow of gas. The dryer cannot operate until the door switch signals that the door is closed. The start button must then be pressed to enable the timer control. The timer control either regulates the length of time the dryer runs or it works in conjunction with a moisture sensor that measures the water vapor in the drum to determine when the clothes have dried. The temperature selector controls the maximum temperature inside the drum with the aid of thermostats. The heat turns on and off as needed to maintain the temperature.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
DRYER DOES NOT WORK AT ALL
Make sure dryer is plugged in securely
Check for blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker
Test the power outlet for current
Inspect the electrical cord for damage
Eliminate the use of an extension cord (if used)
Check the outlet voltage.
Test the door switch
Test the start switch
Test the safety fuse
Test the thermostats
Test the motor
DRYER TUMBLES BUT THERE IS NO HEAT
Check for proper air flow
Test the igniter
Test the gas jet
Test the flame sensor
Test the safety fuse
Test the thermostats
Test the centrifugal switch
Test the temperature selector switch
DRYER TAKES TOO LONG OR HEATS COMES ON ONLY FOR A SHORT TIME
Check the lint trap
Check for proper air flow
Inspect the vent hose for kinks or dips
Test the thermostats
Test the gas valve coils
Test the flame sensor
DRYER DRUM DOES NOT TUMBLE
Check the drum belt
Check the idler pulley
Test the motor
DRYER OVERHEATS
Check the lint trap
Check for proper air flow
Test the thermostats
DRYER WILL NOT STOP AUTOMATICALLY
Test the moisture sensor
Test the thermostats
WARNING: Disconnect power before removing any parts from the oven. If you are not comfortable doing any of these tests yourself, than you should get a technician to check the appliance for you.
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