20 Most Recent Kenmore 63942 Dryer - Page 8 Questions & Answers

Either the motor bound up by the the blower wheel or the run winding is bad on the motor itself. Once you access the blower wheel area you'll know which situation that you are dealing with, If you need further help, I’m available over the phone at https://www.6ya.com/expert/jason_4570d45317834dd3

If you still need help please post your model number. Gas/Electric?
Eric

The following link explains how to diagnose a dryer "no heat" problem:

http://www.fixya.com/support/r630242-dryer_runs_but_not_heat

If you require addtional assistance, please let me know. I hope this helps you diagnose your problem.

Kenmore by Sears,
DD
This is really a simple project
I believe your belt broke and Kenmore put a kill switch to protect your motor and heating element.
there are two screws when you remove your lint screen.
Remove those screws.(philips)
With a straight screwdriver, gently pry up the top of dryer.
When loose, open all the way to the back and rest on the wall,
On each inside,behind the door, at the top, is a 1/4" bolt. Use Socket to Remove both. Pull up and out on the front and put it to the side.
Remove the drum.
Now you can clean the inside with a vacumn. See the kill switch in front of motor.
The model is inside the door on the left
since you have it apart check the drum rollers for flat spots as well as freedom in movement DO NOT GREASE
Put it back together

If you look at where the motor is, directly in front of it on the floor there are two slots. This is where the the pulley slides in and rest. Here is a video that I think will help. http://youtu.be/JXf2AL1MEzA If you need further help, I’m available over the phone at https://www.6ya.com/expert/jason_4570d45317834dd3

yes there is need to check the thermal fuse first then the high limit thermostat. then the heating element

To shut the water off, how do you do it? Do you simply turn off the machine at the timer or do you have to turn the water off at the home water supply? If at the machine, check the water level control or the pressure tub feeling this water level control. If you must turn it off at the wall , replace the water inlet valve. If I can help further...Eric and Ann CampionP.S. Please keep in mind we help pay our staff with earnings from parts sales. Help us keep this valuable service free and order your parts from us. Visit our website for additional help at http://www.affordableappliance.com or for Parts Order Only, Call 1-570-622-6441

Hi, If you have a gas dryer.
The most common problem with a gas and no heat is the ignitor going bad...

Here is a tip that I wrote about that problem...

Gas Dryer not Working Gas Dryer Not Heating
http://www.fixya.com/support/r4398592-gas_dryer_not_working_gas_dryer_not

If your dryer is electric..
There could be a number of different problems...
Check out this tip that I wrote about this problem...

Dryer Troubleshooting Electric Dryer won t Heat
http://www.fixya.com/support/r3866345-dryer_troubleshooting_electric_dryer_won

heatman101

check the wiring to the gas valve, then with an ohm meter check for continuity across the gas valve contacts, there should be a reading from anywhere between 30 and 60 ohms, this reading depends on the voltage provided from the controller, if there is a reading connect a voltmeter across the contacts reconnect the solenoid and wile watching the meter and turning on the dryer there should be a marked voltage appear across the terminals, at that time your gas should flow, this voltage is there momentarily unless the flame is lit and the controller has detected a flame so watch for it, if the voltage is there replace the gas valve assembly. if there is no voltage present than you problem may be located in the controller area IE timer assembly

If your vent hose is more than about ten feet long, your dryer may not have enough pressure to keep the air moving sufficiently to dry the clothes. Is it possible you are simply over loading your dryer?

Most of the gas dryers have everything accessible by simply releasing the spring clips atop the toe panel and getting it out the way.
Here are some repair pix with manual
If you need further help, reach me via phone at https://www.6ya.com/expert/dan_73bbd84fe1d95b61